Lead Culture with Jenni Catron

Leadership feels heavy right now. Between global uncertainty, shifting workplace dynamics, and the emotional weight our teams carry, many leaders are feeling the strain — and the loneliness — that comes with responsibility. In this episode, Jenni Catron unpacks the  weight of leadership and why it feels harder than ever to keep teams engaged. Drawing from her own leadership journey, Jenni shares w...

In this powerful episode of the LeadCulture Podcast , Jenni Catron sits down with executive business coach and former product designer Katie Richardson to unpack the intersection of leadership, identity, and faith. Katie shares her journey from designing award-winning products to building a multimillion-dollar international business—all while raising four children—and how she learned to lead witho...

In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast , Jenni Catron is joined by Dr. Barry Jones and Camille Holland from Irving Bible Church to explore the “Commit” phase of the Lead Culture Framework—a crucial stage in sustaining organizational culture. Culture isn’t something you build once and forget. Momentum naturally fades, values get fuzzy, and behaviors can slip if leaders don’t actively protect a...

Every leader has the power to shape culture—but too often, it’s left to chance, leaving teams disengaged and underperforming. In this episode, Jenni Catron dives into the equip phase of the LeadCulture Framework , showing how leaders at every level can take ownership of culture, equip their teams, and turn values and vision into action. Jenni shares practical strategies for developing your people...

Culture doesn’t protect itself. If you don’t design it, you’ll default to one—and it’s usually not the one you want. In this episode, Jenni unpacks the build phase of the LeadCulture Framework: the rhythms and systems that take culture from aspirational to operational. Joining her is Carson Pedraza, Executive Director of Operations at Local Church in South Florida. Carson has been instrumental in...

In this episode of the LeadCulture Podcast, Jenni Catron dives into the Define Phase of the LeadCulture Framework, where culture clarity becomes the driving force for thriving teams. Jenni sits down with Angela Shirley , an executive leader overseeing 70+ early childhood educators and 300+ students across multiple campuses. Post-pandemic, Angela faced burnout, high turnover, and the quiet undercur...

Every leader wants a thriving culture—but it starts with getting uncomfortably honest about the one you already have. In this episode, Jenni unpacks the LeadCulture Framework with the first and most courageous step: assessment. She’s joined by pastor, author, and podcast host Adam Weber , who shares his raw and vulnerable journey of discovering how his leadership was unintentionally shaping a cult...

As the summer of leadership series wraps up, we’re diving deep into one of today’s most urgent leadership challenges: effectively leading Gen Z. This special bonus episode features an exclusive conversation between Jenni Catron and Zach Meerkreebs , a seasoned pastor who has walked alongside Gen Z students during their formative college years. Zach brings a unique, frontline perspective on what it...

In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast , Jenni Catron wraps up our Summer of Leadership series with an essential conversation about the eight leadership skills that truly shape a healthy, sustainable culture — and why your culture plan needs to be as clear and intentional as your budget plan for next year. If you’ve followed along this summer, you know these aren’t just “soft skills.” They’re...

In this final episode of the Summer of Leadership series, Jenni Catron, CEO of the 4Sight Group, unpacks the leadership advantage that turns good cultures into unstoppable ones: ownership . Drawing from a powerful real-life story of Jamie — a nonprofit leader who turned around her disengaged remote team during COVID — Jenni reveals how taking responsibility for what you can control transforms team...

In this episode, Jenni Catron tackles one of the most misunderstood — and underused — drivers of a healthy team culture: accountability . Too often, leaders shy away from accountability because they fear conflict or discomfort. But when done right, accountability isn’t harsh — it’s an act of care that builds clarity, trust, and unstoppable momentum. Jenni breaks down why so many teams struggle wit...

Most leaders know feedback is important — but few know how to do it in a way that actually builds trust instead of fear. In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast , Jenni Catron unpacks why healthy feedback is one of the most generous gifts you can give your team — and how it can transform your culture from confusion to clarity. Jenni shares a practical framework for giving feedback that’s relat...

Struggling to delegate without feeling like you’re giving up control? In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast , Jenni Catron unpacks the mindset shift every leader needs to build a culture of growth through effective delegation. You’ll learn why delegation isn’t about offloading tasks—it’s a strategic leadership skill that develops your team and increases your capacity. Jenni shares the three...

In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast , Jenni Catron continues the Summer of Leadership series by tackling one of the most overlooked yet essential leadership skills: decision-making. Whether you're leading a small team or an entire organization, how decisions are made—and how clearly that process is communicated—can either build trust or breed confusion. Jenni outlines three keys to cl...

Most leaders think they’re communicating clearly—but their teams feel confused, out of the loop, or even disrespected. Why the disconnect? In this episode of the Summer of Leadership series, Jenni Catron unpacks one of the most underestimated leadership skills: communication. But not just the tactical side—she explores how intentional communication is actually one of the most powerful ways you sho...

We’ve all heard the buzz around artificial intelligence, business intelligence, and strategic intelligence. But in a world obsessed with data and efficiency, there’s one form of intelligence that often gets overlooked—and it might be the most important of all: emotional intelligence . In this week’s episode of the LeadCulture Podcast during the Summer of Leadership series, Jenni unpacks why EQ is...

In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast , Jenni Catron kicks off our Summer of Leadership series by spotlighting the most overlooked but foundational leadership skill: self-leadership . As leaders rise through the ranks, many realize they were trained to be led—but not necessarily to lead themselves. Jenni unpacks the personal and organizational impact of this shift, emphasizing how self-aware...

This summer, leadership gets personal. In this kickoff to the Summer of Leadership series, Jenni Catron invites you into a focused season of growth—because leadership isn't just about strategy, it's about you . Leaders today are navigating more pressure than ever. And what your team needs most isn’t a new policy—it’s a more grounded, self-aware, communicative you . That’s why Jenni is di...

As we head into summer—a season when team energy can dip and distractions rise—it’s more important than ever to ensure your people feel seen, valued, and appreciated . In this week’s episode, Jenni Catron breaks down why employee appreciation isn’t just a feel-good bonus—it’s a strategic leadership move that strengthens organizational culture, boosts motivation, and builds trust. Why this conversa...

Burnout isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a quiet epidemic. Across every industry, leaders are exhausted, teams are stretched thin, and emotional resilience is wearing down. And it’s not just happening out there . It’s happening to us —in boardrooms, church offices, classrooms, and Zoom calls. That’s why we’re revisiting one of our most timely and needed conversations: Scott Savage’s raw and hope-filled...

In this episode of the LeadCulture Podcast , Jenni Catron sits down with Ashley Warren to dive into the core of leadership and team culture. They discuss the critical role of self-awareness in leadership, the importance of creating a culture of clarity and care, and the practical strategies that help leaders foster an engaged, thriving team. Drawing from their own experiences, Jenni and Ashley exp...

In this episode of the Lead Culture podcast, Jenni Catron dives into a critical yet often overlooked leadership tool: the organizational chart . Great leadership demands more than vision — it requires building a structure that fosters clarity, alignment, and momentum. Jenni walks leaders through a practical, step-by-step framework for reevaluating their org charts, helping you steward both your pe...

In this episode of LeadCulture , Jenni Catron returns to one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools in a leader’s toolkit: the organizational chart. But this isn’t your typical HR conversation. Jenni unpacks how org charts—when designed with intention—become a strategic force for clarity, culture, and communication. You’ll hear how a clear structure empowers better decision-making, aligns your...

Last week, we talked about C ulture Busters —those subtle cracks that can quietly corrode a healthy team. This week, we’re flipping the script. In this episode of the Lead Culture Podcast , Jenni Catron unpacks 10 Culture Builders —everyday leadership behaviors that may seem simple, but when practiced with intention, have the power to transform your team culture. From celebrating the people who em...

We’re throwing it back to an oldie but a goodie on the LeadCulture Podcast—an episode that laid the foundation for Jenni Catron’s USA Today Bestselling book Culture Matters . This is the first of a two-part series where Jenni dives into the everyday realities of leadership and the forces that build or bust a healthy culture. In this episode, we’re talking Culture Busters —those subtle, often unint...