The Thermostat with Jason Barger

What gets in our way from finding congruence as leaders or within our team and organizational cultures? And, what helps us find it? Season 9 Episode 4: Congruence in Leadership and Culture In this episode of The Thermostat Podcast , Jason V. Barger unpacks the critical theme of congruence —the alignment of values, beliefs, words, and actions—and its impact on effective leadership and organizationa...

What are the key characteristics of championship teams? What helps them stick together and stay strong through adversity? Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! Episode Description: What makes a championship team? Is it raw talent, strategic coaching, or something more? In this episode of The Thermostat Podcast, Jason V. Barger dives deep into the core element...

Jason Barger is joined by globally-celebrated author of the book Atomic Habits, James Clear, in a powerful conversation about habits, mindset, leadership and culture. Unlock the secrets of building a winning culture with James Clear, the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits ! In this episode of The Thermostat, Jason V. Barger sits down with James Clear to explore the power of h...

What vision do you have for the year ahead? The outcomes of our actions as humans, leaders, teams and cultures are directly tied to the clarity of what gets our eyes. Podcast Summary: Season 9, Episode 1 – "What Vision Do You See Ahead?" Kick off 2025 with a powerful dose of inspiration and clarity in this season premiere of The Thermostat Podcast with Jason V Barger. In this episode, Jason shares...

Before the calendar turns to a New Year, Jason reflects and celebrates the important messages and moments from the past season of the podcast that we don't want to forget. Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/ cheers-to-2024 / Jason Barger is a husband, father, speaker, and author who is passionate a...

The holiday season often brings much anticipation for all that lies ahead. What mindset will help many in your organization (and life) prepare for the future? Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/ anticipation / Jason Barger is a husband, father, speaker, and author who is passionate about business l...

What does truly exceptional service and hospitality look and feel like? The Japanese concept of Omotenashi captivates many organizational cultures.  Season 8 Episode 50: Cultures That Practice Omotenashi In this episode of The Thermostat Podcast, Jason V. Barger explores the Japanese concept of Omotenashi and how it can transform your leadership and team culture. Key takeaways: Discover the three...

We live in a world that is often more busy than productive. What is the kryptonite of productivity and what do we need to remember to improve our effectiveness? In this episode of The Thermostat Podcast , host Jason V. Barger uncovers the ultimate productivity killer: distractions. Discover practical strategies for overcoming the modern-day challenges of busyness, inefficiency, and scattered focus...

The best and most authentic team and organizational cultures step back and recommit to the future they are aiming to create. What culture commitment questions should we be talking about? Tired of empty promises in your team or organization? In this episode of The Thermostat, leadership expert Jason V. Barger explores the power of "culture commitments" and how to actually back them up with action....

What does a mindset of giving thanks and practicing gratitude really look like? This episode shares tips on giving thanks for the people and cultures you are a part of. As Thanksgiving approaches, Jason V. Barger explores the idea of practicing gratitude beyond the holiday season. Drawing from his experience as a basketball player, he emphasizes the importance of cultivating a spirit of thankfulne...

Rivalries and competitors exist everywhere in our world. However, identifying and appreciating our Admirational Rivals may just make everyone better. Enhance your leadership and corporate culture with the concept of "admirational rivals." Jason V. Barger explores how healthy competition can drive personal and professional growth. Learn to leverage the strengths of those you admire to improve your...

Thermostat Cultures LIVE was another powerful event this year hosted by Jason Barger. This episode shares some of the messages and voices that resonated with participants! Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/ tcl-highlights / Jason Barger is a husband, father, speaker, and author who is passionate a...

Jason Barger previews this year's Thermostat Cultures LIVE hybrid event that he hosts. Guests this year include James Clear, Chloe Valdary, Howard Behar, Ken Bouyer, Kevin Clayton and more! Last Chance - Purchase your Hybrid Tickets for Nov. 8th Now. 🔥 Ready to Level Up Your Leadership & Culture? 🔥 Tune in to this episode of The Thermostat Podcast as Jason V. Barger gets us fired up for the 8th...

Every person and culture on the planet has habits that are bringing out their best and helping to create the culture they want AND also habits that might be getting in their way. Which habits are we trying to shift? 🚀 Episode 43: Atomic Habits in Culture - Small Changes, BIG Impact on Your Team 🚀 Want to build a thriving team culture? It starts with tiny habits. In this episode of The Thermostat...

The way all humans and cultures develop is by having experiences, learnings, ideas that shift their perspective and transform them into something new. We used to approach something this way… "But Now" we see it differently. 🔥 Episode 42: "But Now" Leadership - Transform Your Team & Culture 🔥 Have you ever had an experience that completely changed your perspective on leadership? In this episode o...

Words are powerful. How we say something matters. When messages engage the minds and hearts of others and are connected with action, progress is stimulated. Jason shares tips and reflections on sharing important messages with your people. This episode of The Thermostat explores the crucial concept of "word economy" and how it impacts our leadership and communication effectiveness. Jason V. Barger...

Why do some leaders, coaches and teammates seem to amplify the talent of others and bring out their best and others tend to never get the most out of the talent? Get your Tickets Now to TCL 2024 -  11.8.24 Hybrid Event  www. ThermostatCulturesLive.com and https://jasonvbarger.com/thermostat-cultures-live/ and for Sponsorship Packages / opportunities or bulk tickets, please email Info@JasonVBarger....

When leaders, teams and organizations begin to forget the core of their past and heart of their culture, cultural amnesia begins to set in. Jason shares about the symptoms to avoid. Have you ever felt the pulse of your company's culture start to fade? In this episode of The Thermostat, Jason V. Barger explores the concept of "cultural amnesia" - a phenomenon where organizations lose touch with the...

What common attributes do high-performing teams share? Jason Barger identifies 6 attributes that help high-performing teams continue to perform highly over time. Podcast Summary: In the competitive landscape of business, achieving success is one thing, but sustaining it over long periods is an entirely different challenge. In this episode of The Thermostat podcast, host Jason V. Barger dives into...

What does it mean to practice unreasonable hospitality in our team and organizational cultures? Jason Barger shares research and observations on powerful ways leaders, teams and organizations are captivating their people. Podcast Summary - The Thermostat with Jason Barger Season 8 Episode 37: Unreasonable Hospitality In this episode of The Thermostat, Jason Barger explores the concept of unreasona...

As the war for talent has been raging since the Great Resignation, are we truly experiencing a staffing crisis, or is it actually a culture crisis? Jason Barger shares research and observations on the workforce today. Podcast Description: Staffing Crisis OR Culture Crisis? | The Thermostat Podcast with Jason V Barger (Season 8, Episode 36) Are you struggling to attract and retain top talent? The l...

In a freaky fast world, the best team and organizational cultures are navigating the speed of everything around them with intentionality and purpose. Jason Barger shares tips on best practices for shaping culture.  Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/ culture-shaping-fast-vs-thoughtful / Jason Barge...

The workforce is evolving rapidly with different generations and how they interact with each other impacts the experience and success of the culture. What does data and research tell us about the different generations and what we all are seeking? Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/navigate-gen-gap/...

A desire for greater accountability is something you hear in every relationship, team and organization on the planet. The problem is, we need to redefine our relationship with the word accountability to remember its true meaning.

The highly-anticipated and 8th version of the inspiring hybrid event, Thermostat Cultures LIVE, returns and pre-sale tickets are now available. Jason Barger hosts a powerful event focused on leadership and culture with thought-leaders from around the globe. Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! For full show notes visit https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/tcl-20...