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Keine Folge ohne die DSGVO! Zu Beginn (00:50) werfen Prof. Niko Härting und Dr. Stefan Brink einen Blick auf eine Entscheidung des OVG Saarlouis (Beschl. v. 13.5.2025, Az. 2 A 165/24). Im Ergebnis zustimmend, aber in der Begründung abweichend, setzen sie sich mit dem Beschluss auseinander, in dem das OVG die spannende Frage der Abdingbarkeit von Art. 15 DSGVO in einem arbeitsrechtlichen Vergleich beantworten musste. Weniger erfreut zeigen sich die erfahrenen Podcaster anschließend (12:45) über eine Pressemitteilung des LG Leipzig zu einem Urteil (Urt. v.4.7.2025, Az. 05 O 2351/23), in welchem das Gericht einem Facebook-Nutzer eine vergleichsweise hohe Geldsumme zusprach wegen Datenschutzverstößen von Meta. Für den abschließenden (23:50) Höhepunkt der Folge sorgt schließlich jedoch weniger das Datenschutzrecht, sondern vielmehr die Besprechung eines Urteils des Bundesverwaltungsgerichts (Urt. v. 22.1.2025, Az. 2 WD 14.24). Dieses hatte einen bemerkenswerten Fall zu behandeln: ein Hauptfeldwebel schlief mit der Ehefrau eines Kameraden und sah sich infolgedessen vor einem Truppendienstgericht mit dienstrechtlichen Sanktionen konfrontiert. Entgegengesetzt zur Heiterkeit über den illustren Sachverhalt steht das Unverständnis von Prof. Härting und Dr. Brink über das Urteil, welches sie als nicht mehr zeitgemäß bewerten.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh explains why it's pretty clear that the MLB needs to start implementing the home run derby swing off at the end of regular season games, details David Tepper's latest slip up, is very disappointed in WD's review of "Stand By Me" in At The Movies, tells why the 2015 Carolina Panthers are a "lesson of perspective", and David Glenn, of the NC Sports Network, joins the show to break down storylines he's interested in ahead of ACC Kickoff.

Today, I'm joined by Garry Ridge—beloved leadership coach, former CEO and Chairman of WD-40 Company, bestselling author, and passionate advocate for people-first workplace cultures.In this candid and energizing conversation, Garry and I dig into what it truly means to foster a workplace where people feel safe, valued, and connected—a space where anyone, with the right approach, can build an extraordinary culture. Drawing from his 25 years at the helm of a global brand and his latest book, Any Dumbass Can Do It, Garry shares his hard-earned wisdom, favorite behaviors of great coaches, and the core values that made WD-40 a beacon of trust, belonging, and performance.Subscribe to our weekly updates and monthly talent development newsletter here. Order Own Your Career Own Your Life on AmazonApply to Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!This episode is sponsored by LearnIt, which is offering a FREE trial of their TeamPass membership for you and up to 20 team members of your team. Check it out here.Also iSpring Suite, an eLearning authoring tool that offers thousands of assets, quizes, and role play simulations. They are offering our listeners a free trial here. Connect with Andy here: Website | LinkedInConnect with Garry Ridge here: LinkedInIn this episode, Garry shares:His simple yet powerful philosophy: when people feel safe, valued, and connected, they do their best work—and go home happier.The critical distinction between managers and coaches, and why WD-40 replaced “manager” with “coach” in every job title.A breakdown of “soul-sucking” leadership behaviors—from ego and micromanagement to fear-based cultures—and the transformation that comes with self-awareness.Strategies for equipping new leaders, including the necessity of teaching fundamental coaching skills, not just promoting top performers.The power of psychological safety, learning moments, and openly sharing mistakes for creating a culture of innovation and growth.WD-40's unique “Maniac Pledge” and how it eliminates blame, sparks accountability, and puts people in the driver's seat of their own learning.Why feedback, authenticity, and vulnerability are non-negotiable for today's leaders—and how to ask for help as a superpower, not a weakness.Insights on maintaining strong cultures in remote/hybrid work environments, plus the evolving opportunity of AI to free up creativity and connection.Practical lessons from Garry's own “dumbass” moments, and why leaders must intentionally center themselves to avoid “bringing leftovers” to their teams.Whether you're...

Diesmal gehen wir nach dem Prinzip "go with the flow" vor: Wir beginnen mit den Tests der AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE. Die gibt es bisher zwar nur in China - ähnlich wie damals die 7900 GRE, die dann aber doch irgendwann im Rest der Welt veröffentlicht wurde. Daher haben Computerbase und PCGH zusammen mit ihren Communities eine organisiert und getestet, beide Seiten ein und dieselbe Karte. Wir gedenken des 30-jährigen Bestehens der mp3, des bekanntesten Audio-Dateiformats, gehen dann direkt zu unseren aktuellen Musikempfehlungen: Melodic Death Metal mit "The Halo Effect", Mittelalter HipHop von... "Mittel Alta" und Blackened Death Metal von "Kanonenfieber". Meep feiert eine Premiere, sie hat nämlich nicht nur Jurassic World Rebirth im Kino gesehen, sondern auch noch den allerersten Jurassic Park, das Original, nachgeholt. Worauf alle gewartet haben: die Öle. Ja, wir haben über die wichtigsten Öle gesprochen, die in keinem Haushalt fehlen dürfen. WD-40 zum Lösen von festen Dingen, Silikonöl zum Schmieren und Ballistol für den ganzen Rest, zum Beispiel für die Waffen. Oder die Schneidbretter. Oder um sich einzureiben. Es geht quasi für alles. Viel Spaß mit Folge 264! Sprecher:innen: Meep, Michael Kister, Mohammed Ali DadAudioproduktion: Michael KisterVideoproduktion: Mohammed Ali Dad/Michael KisterTitelbild: MeepBildquellen: Pixabay/ WD-40/Nigrin/BallistolAufnahmedatum: 12.07.2025 Besucht unsim Discord https://discord.gg/SneNarVCBMauf Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/technikquatsch.deauf TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@technikquatschauf Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@technikquatschauf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/technikquatschauf Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/technikquatsch RSS-Feed https://technikquatsch.de/feed/podcast/Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/62ZVb7ZvmdtXqqNmnZLF5uApple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/technikquatsch/id1510030975 00:00:00 Herzlich willkommen zu Technikquatsch Folge 264! 00:03:22 AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE bei Computerbase und PCGH getestethttps://www.computerbase.de/artikel/grafikkarten/amd-radeon-rx-9070-gre-china-test.93409/https://www.pcgameshardware.de/Radeon-RX-9070-GRE-Grafikkarte-281249/Tests/Review-Benchmarks-Details-Performance-1474877/ 00:12:16 Wie siehts mit Intel ARC B770 (Battlemage) aus?Gamers Nexus: Help Us, Intel. You're Our Only Hope https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlAXGl7iQFI 00:18:33 30 Jahre mp3: überholt und nicht wegzubekommenhttps://www.teltarif.de/30-jahre-mp3-erfindung-erlangen-fraunhofer/news/99072.html 00:22:02 Musikempfehlung von Mike: The Halo Effect https://www.thehaloeffect.band/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/2qvK5iLLoDV5mJeAvh5uka;Mo: Mittel Alta https://open.spotify.com/artist/2QjjVXLHTBPbpM18ftwvYV und Kanonenfieber https://open.spotify.com/artist/5VI8SBEX7uSvoHsdI5xNVJ 00:37:00 Meep hat Jurassic World Rebirth gesehen und zum allerersten Mal den ersten Jurassic Park 00:59:45 Mo schaut wieder Beauty and the Nerd (wir wissen auch nicht warum) 01:01:09 Kurzeindruck: Ducky One 2 65% mit Cherry MX Brown 01:05:36 Kurzeindruck: Maus Rapoo VT0PRO 01:07:04 Die Drei Arten Öl, die man zuhause haben muss: Silikonöl, WD-40 und Ballistol 01:15:51 Mückengeschichten, Hitzestick und Elektroschocker 01:21:14 Kairosoft Pro Wrestler Story, Sekiro und Animal Crossing 01:27:55 Mo und der Souvenirshop vom Colloseum 01:29:31 Long Slow Goodbye (mit James Bond)

Jeff Lindeman, Chief People, Culture & Capability Officer at WD-40, joins the podcast to unpack the dual challenge every modern leader faces leading themselves and leading through change. Through personal reflection, bold transparency, and a people-first mindset, Jeff reveals how introversion, vulnerability, and authenticity can become surprising superpowers in leadership. In this deep-dive conversation, Jeff and Lee examine how seemingly small moments, like asking for time off or handling disappointment, can become pivotal points of leadership. Jeff walks us through lessons learned from his early career, how he doubled performance by showing respect, and how WD-40 cultivates 94% employee engagement in a world where the average is just 23%. From embracing AI with curiosity instead of fear to fostering trust through shared accountability, Jeff shows us that unleashing leaders isn't about having all the answers—it's about asking the right questions and showing up with intentional presence. Additional Resources: Jeff is Chief People, Culture & Capability Officer at WD-40: linkedin.com/in/jglindeman Attend Unleashing Leaders University! Learn more about Unleashing Leaders Follow Unleashing Leaders on LinkedIn Connect with Lee on LinkedIn Follow Unleashing Leaders on Facebook Follow Unleashing Leaders on Instagram  Key Takeaways: Leadership is not about extroversion; it's about trust. Showing up authentically is crucial for effective leadership. Respecting employees leads to better engagement and productivity. Leadership is a team sport, not a solo act. Vulnerability in leadership fosters stronger relationships.

Andrew and Vieves learn what life was like in Chino Hills, California, in 1991 via an old VHS tape filled with local commercials from the time. And a simple promo for re-runs on TNT has Andrew all gaga. Here are the commercials we talk about on this episode: Adrays Of Orange Commercial (1994) - Pioneer Car Stereo Blowout https://youtu.be/vNHJSgH-yas Liquid Wrench vs WD-40 https://youtu.be/DNljBI2EeQA Pringles vs Lays https://youtu.be/v2RGsxchMGQ NordiFlex Gold (Anti-SoloFlex) Commercial (1991) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OryzKPM4jXI Walk N Roll Commercial (1991) https://youtu.be/9e1dXdiKYxI Bien Jolie Fashions Chino Hills Commercial (1991) https://youtu.be/TWnTeq0jItE Chino Community Hospital https://youtu.be/782Pjof9Y9A Casa Santa Fe 1 https://youtu.be/xzJe-eqeKpE Casa Santa Fe 2 https://youtu.be/UeEbnWRdl_w Eagle Mountain Commercial 1 https://youtu.be/JhRaQ5_Ijf8 Eagle Mountain Commercial 2 https://youtu.be/5l9KUaHRFLQ Robert Jenkins Law Office Commercial (1991) https://youtu.be/qfkXvXtpqiA Chino Champion + Chino Valley Cablevision Channel Guide (1991) https://youtu.be/_0RXXwPBCzs Cablevision of Orange "Value Vision" Commercial (1993) https://youtu.be/3Sr_44p9IUg Mission Chrysler Plymouth West Covina Commercial (1991) https://youtu.be/HlbgLuZAh4I TNT "Good Clean Fun" Reruns Promo https://youtu.be/EEf2NrW1CvI?si=Y5r5z8mNgpJuqQOO

S&P Futures are moderately higher this morning with tariff developments and pending trade deal in focus. President Trump sent out tariff letter yesterday, neither India nor the E.U. received letters. As a result, markets are expecting trade deals to be announced this week with India and the E.U. No major economic releases are due out today. Tech stocks are displaying positive action in the pre-market. On the earning front, Delta Air Lines, Conagra Brands, Levi Strauss, Simply Good Foods, PriceSmart, AZZ Inc., and WD-40 are expected to release this week.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh reacts to Jon Scheyer's first comments since Duke's Final Four collapse, explains how football is kinda back, WD goes to the movies for a double feature to review both "Spotlight" and "Say Anything", and David Glenn, of the NC Sports Network, joins the show to tell whether or not NCAA Tournament expansion is a bad thing for the sport and what the criteria should be for someone like Cooper Flagg to get his jersey retired in the era of "one and done".

S&P Futures are displaying modest weakness this morning as markets await details from the White House, where President Trump is expected to send out tariff letters to numerous countries today. The focus is on which countries will receive these notifications and what specific tariff rates will be imposed, as the administration's 90-day pause on higher tariffs expires this week. President Trump will be hosting a state dinner tonight for Israel's Prime Minster this evening. Tesla shares are lower after Elon Musk said he had created a new political party. No major economic releases are due out today. On the earning front, Delta Air Lines, Conagra Brands, Levi Strauss, Simply Good Foods, PriceSmart, AZZ Inc., and WD-40 are expected to release this week.

Dr. Mark Milliron, President and CEO of National University, chats about NU's ANDers Campaign, an initiative to support students juggling their academic pursuits and work and other key responsibilities.  Milliron is joined by Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus of the WD-40 Company and Co-Chair of the ANDers Campaign.About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.  For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus at WD-40 Company, a USA Today bestselling author, a recognized culture shifting keynote speaker, founder of The Learning Moment, and The Culture Coach, joins me on this episode. Known affectionately as “The Dean of Dumbassery,” Garry is known for helping leaders create workspaces where people feel valued and inspired.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh breaks down the scenarios would could see at the top of the NBA Draft tomorrow night, sets the table for Pro Deac, Chase Burns' MLB debut tonight against the Yankees, Wake Forest baseball coach, Tom Walter, joins the show to give his reaction to his pitching coach, Cory Mascara, becoming the new head coach at Duke, WD goes to the movies to tell why "Cocktail" spoke to him, and college basketball writer for The Athletic, Brendan Marks, joins the show to tell why he thinks Kon Knueppel would be a great fit for the Charlotte Hornets and his experience coming face to face with Bill Belichick.

The last Tech Addicts Podcast of June and returning in August. This week Samsung Unpacked 2025, Ted'd home Hi-Fi, a casio Watch Ring, a sever data breach, NFC 15 upgrade and much more. With Gareth Myles and Ted Salmon Join us on Mewe RSS Link: https://techaddicts.libsyn.com/rss iTunes | YouTube Music | Stitcher | Tunein | Spotify  Amazon | Pocket Casts | Castbox | PodHubUK Feedback, Fallout and Contributions Ted Camera Creations (at Whatever Works) Podcast Over 16 billion records leaked in "unimaginable" major data breach – here's what we know News Samsung Unpacked event on Wednesday 9th July at 3pm BST - Galaxy Z Fold7, the Galaxy Z Flip7, the Galaxy Watch8, Watch8 Classic, and Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025), and perhaps also the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE. NFC 15 comes with improved range and better features Ayaneo reveals new Flip 1S clamshell gaming handheld variant while dropping hints about pricing and availability Nothing Headphone 1 images leak, showing a retro-futuristic cassette-inspired look Casio ring watch - Coming Soon Banters: Knocking out a Quick Bant I have my trusty Ruark R2 Mk3 still on the go connected to my Pro-Ject Debut SE 3 (both out of production now.) Pro-Ject Phono Box MM (as the turntable has no pre-amp)…and I did recently get some Lonpoo Passive Bookshelf Speakers (75W) for when needed!In the bedroom I now have my Majority Folio (as highlighted recently here.) And my bedroom radio/bluetooth speaker is the Supersignal Revo which is very classy! Other than that 101 bluetooth speakers (favourite being Marshall Acton III) and portable radio units dotted around the place - my favourite dinky, portable one being the Roberts Play20 MusicBrainz Picard Bargain Basement: Best UK deals and tech on sale we have spotted WD 14 TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive - £209.99 Jisulife Portable Handheld Fan - 5000mAh Battery Rechargeable - £56 from £70 (or resin one £53) 2-Pack 40W USB C Fast Charger, 4-Port Multi Charger UK Charging Plug - £13.71 Elgato Stream Deck Neo - £59 from £99 Elgato Neo Ultimate Bundle (Stream Deck Neo, Wave Neo, Facecam Neo and Key Light Neo) - £239 from £349 Anker USB C Cable, 6 ft 2-in-1 Type C Cable - £15.98 Motorola Edge 50 Ultra £599 from £649 from £999 - Specs Main Show URL: http://www.techaddicts.uk | PodHubUK Contact:: gareth@techaddicts.uk | @techaddictsuk Gareth - @garethmyles | Mastodon | Blusky | garethmyles.com | Gareth's Ko-Fi Ted - tedsalmon.com | Ted's PayPal | Mastodon | Ted's Amazon YouTube: Tech Addicts

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh tells why the Carolina Panthers should not "leave their mark", breaks down why the Pacers are cooked after going down 3-2 in the NBA Finals in OKC, lists off the best Sandler movies, WD goes to the movies to review "Big Daddy", Josh lists off his five Panthers that he thinks will leave their mark this year, and Daron Vaught, of D1 Baseball, joins the show to discuss phone games in Unusual Questions.

This past Sunday we had a little fun with some highly scientific Dad Stats:100% of dads think they're hilarious.94% of dads believe duct tape and WD-40 can fix anything.87% of dads are confident they're the “cool parent.”And dads everywhere continue to wage war on lights left on and doors left open with classic lines like: “I'm not paying to heat the whole neighborhood!”We celebrated some amazing fathers—from the youngest and oldest to the one with the most kids. It was beautiful. But beyond the laughs and lawn-mowing glory, we leaned into a powerful truth.There's a concept in physics called the Two-Body Problem—it's about how two objects (like planets or stars) interact with each other through gravity. Under the right conditions, they don't crash or drift apart—they move in beautiful, synchronized orbit.We explored how God and humanity are like those two bodies.We were created for a perfect orbit with our Creator. But sin disrupted that alignment. Our relationship with God was fractured—like two celestial bodies drifting apart.But then Jesus taught us to pray, starting with two words:“Our Father.”Not “Judge.” Not “Creator.” Not “The Distant One.”But Father. Abba.These two words reoriented the cosmos of our hearts. They were more than a phrase—they were the gravitational force that brought God and humanity back into relationship.When God becomes Our Father:We find our identity as sons and daughtersWe belong to a family, not just solo faithWe begin to heal, even if “father” has meant pain beforeIf you missed the message, find a moment to listen—it might be the reminder your heart needs.For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

WD fills in for Josh and breaks down what Panthers position group is being slept on, Nick Carboni, of WCNC, joins the show from Panthers minicamp to tell whether or not Carolina can contend for the NFC South now, Brian Geisinger, of 247 Sports, joins the show to tell whether or not the Charlotte Hornets may end up trading away the no. 4 pick as we're two weeks away from the NBA Draft, and David Glenn, of the NC Sports Network, joins the show to react to more wins for Will Wade with NC State getting sent to Auburn for the ACC/SEC Challenge and how close we are to contracts in college sports with the NCAA-House Settlement.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh tells why this will be a validation year for Jaycee Horn, voice of Charlotte FC, Will Palaszczuk, joins the show to tell how concerned we should be about USA soccer a year out from the World Cup, Pittsburg Steelers reporter for ESPN, Brooke Pryor, joins the show to tell who needed who more between the Steelers and Aaron Rodgers, and WD talks about how much he loves grocery stores in Weekly Positivitiy.

Jason and Jeff delve into the volatile market landscape of 2025. They discuss the implications of tariffs, inflation, and their personal investment strategies during turbulent times.02:29 Market Trends and Personal Portfolio Insights07:26 Tariffs and Their Impact on the Market17:28 Investor Strategies and Market Reactions24:54 Reflecting on Market Timing and Cash Management25:48 Changing Investment Strategies Over Time26:21 Challenges of Building Cash Reserves26:29 Debating Cash Deployment Systems27:19 Market Volatility and Investment Decisions29:13 Balancing Cash and Stock Investments31:42 Inflation and Market Reactions39:25 Concerns Over Government Debt and Bond YieldsCompanies mentioned: ASML, BBB, BEP, FSLR, KNSL, LOB, WD, WRBY*****************************************Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader *****************************************Email: investingunscripted@gmail.comTwitter: @InvestingPodCheck out our YouTube channel for more content: ******************************************To get 15% off any paid plan at finchat.io, visit https://finchat.io/unscripted******************************************Listen to the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast for discussions on stocks, financial markets, super investors, and more. Follow the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube******************************************2025 Portfolio Contest2024 Portfolio Contest2023 Portfolio Contest

Want to know the surprising truth about creating a workplace culture that actually works? Garry Ridge just shattered every excuse and showed us why every dumbass has what it takes to lead with courage, humility, and heart. And here's the kicker - he's got the blueprint for building a tribe where people feel safe, valued, and ready to innovate. Get ready to be inspired, because this is not your typical leadership advice. It's time to stop waiting for permission and start making a difference in your workplace. Sound intriguing? Keep listening to find out how your work culture can be a place of thriving. In this episode, you will be able to: Build Psychological Safety in Your Workplace: Learn how to foster an environment where every team member feels valued and comfortable contributing their ideas. Embrace Leadership Lessons from Garry Ridge: Discover actionable insights from Garry Ridge that can transform your approach to leadership and inspire your team. Create a Tribal Culture at Work: Uncover the secrets to cultivating a strong sense of community and belonging within your organization. Emphasize the Importance of Empathy in Leadership: Explore the powerful impact of empathy in leadership and how it can elevate your team dynamics. Implement Strategies for High Employee Engagement: Uncover effective tactics to boost employee engagement and create a more fulfilling work environment for your team. My special guest is ⁠Garry Ridge⁠ Garry Ridge is the Chairman Emeritus of WD-40 Company, where he spent 25 years as CEO, building a culture of trust, belonging, and engagement that drove both business success and human flourishing. Now, as The Culture Coach and founder of ⁠The Learning Momen⁠t, he shares his wisdom with leaders worldwide, helping them create workplaces where people feel safe, valued, and inspired.Named one of the Top 10 Most Admired CEOs in the World by Inc. Magazine and a Top 30 Global Guru in Organizational Culture, Garry is also an executive coach, adjunct professor, and co-author of Helping People Win at Work with Ken Blanchard. His latest book, ⁠Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It⁠, promises to challenge and inspire leaders to build cultures of learning and belonging. The key moments in this episode are:00:04:11 - The Bold Title of Garry's Book 00:08:33 - Creating a Safe Environment for Learning 00:10:41 - The Power of Tribal Culture 00:14:12 - The Future of Work and People-Centered Culture 00:18:37 - Workplace Culture and Its Impact Beyond the Office 00:23:22 - Talent Development and Engagement Strategy 00:26:20 - Shifting Mindset for a People-Centered Culture 00:28:19 - Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership 00:28:45 - The Importance of Psychological Safety in Leadership 00:30:14 - Empathy and Understanding in Leadership During COVID 00:34:31 - Learning from Fijian Tribal Leaders 00:39:53 - Grounding Practices for Leadership 00:42:11 - Finding Joy in Purpose 00:42:24 - Paying It Forward 00:42:44 - Life's a Gift 00:43:26 - Human-Centered Leadership Check out Garry Ridge's book ⁠Any Dumbass Can Do It⁠ and consider purchasing a copy to gain insights into leadership, psychological safety, growth mindset, and creating a culture of belonging. Be different. Make a difference. Connect with us: ⁠https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com⁠ ⁠Patreon⁠ (for exclusive episodes just for Difference Makers) Make a difference: Subscribe to the podcast, ⁠leave a review⁠, and share this episode with someone who might need to hear it. Your support helps the community grow and keeps these important conversations going. Sponsors: If you need professional help, such as therapy: ⁠https://www.betterhelp.com/difference⁠ If you are looking for your next opportunity, sign up for Lori's Masterclass on Master the Career Pivot: ⁠https://www.loriadamsbrown.com/careerpivot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh breaks down the mystery that's going on with UNC football, tells how Duke baseball experienced their worst nightmare, last night, WD goes to the movies to review "Close Encounter of the Third Kind", Josh lists off his top five Spielgerg movies, and Daron Vaught, of D1 Baseball, joins the show to discuss having doughnuts at his wedding in Unusual Questions.

Today, Luke and Pete dive into the chemical mystery of WD-40 – is it basically just liquid cocaine? Then they move on to debating the fastest way to destroy your phone if the police stop you with something dodgy on it…just a hypothetical!Elsewhere, Luke's nearly in hives over Pete's snack-based mic etiquette, Donny has no idea how Rob Brydon ended up in his contacts, and a listener falls asleep on the toilet during a Ramble Live show.Email us at hello@lukeandpeteshow.com or you can get in touch on X, Threads or Instagram if character-restricted messaging takes your fancy.Fill out our survey here to have a chance at winning a PS5!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wylie Dufresne is the chef and owner of Stretch Pizza in New York. He was born 1970 and grew up in Rhode Island. He trained at the Culinary Institute and started working with chef Jean-George Vongerichten in 1994, taking on the role of chef de cuisine at Jean-Georges. In 1999 he became the chef at 71 Clinton Fresh Food, and in 2003 opened his experimental restaurant WD-50, where he explored the possibilities of molecular gastronomy in his cooking, reaching global fame. In 2013, he opened a second restaurant, Alder, in the East Village. Dufresne then moved on to use his technique and focusing on dough, first at Du Donuts, and then at his latest restaurant, Stretch Pizza, where he pays respect to the classic New York slice. The recommendations mentioned in this podcast and thousands more are available for free in the World of Mouth app: https://www.worldofmouth.app/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh breaks down how close the Panthers were to not taking Tetairoa McMillan with the no. 8 pick after watching "Panthers Blueprint", previews UNC and Duke's Super Regionals, college basketball writer for The Athletic, Brendan Marks, joins the show to tell who he would take between UNC and NC State's rosters, WD goes to the movies to review "Mr. and Mrs. Smith", and Daron Vaught, of D1 Baseball, joins the show to discuss what to do with two months off in Unusual Questions.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh explains how there's a UNC basketball disconnect, tells how expectations are growing for Carolina Panthers rookie, Tetairoa McMillan, WD annoys Josh about his breakfast bagels in Weekly Positivity, Josh gets into something positive that he and national media are starting to notice about Carolina Panthers owner, David Tepper, NSMA Executive Director, Dave Goren, joins the show to reveal what and who's to come when the NSMA awards weekend returns to Greensboro, and 6th man of the Tar Heels, BDaht, joins the show to see if Josh knows what "a black" is in a session of Grahammar School.

Do you want to bring out the best in your people while also maximizing your bottom line? In this episode, former WD-40 Company CEO Garry Ridge explains how leaders can build dedicated teams and drive phenomenal success by following Aristotle's principle, “Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.” YOU WILL LEARN:· The ‘dumbass' leadership philosophy.· The 4 pillars of a fearless tribe.· The impact of values on organizational success. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: thelearningmoment.net “Any Dumbass Can Do It,” by Garry Ridge “Helping People Win at Work,” by Ken Blanchard and Garry Ridge “To Be Honest,” by Ron A. Carucci “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” by Robert FulghumNOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Anything of value comes from learning.” – Garry Ridge “People are happy when they know they're making a difference and they're respected for doing that.” – Garry Ridge “Dumbassery is a superpower, and the dumbassery really is you as the leader deflating your ego and making sure your role is to bring out the best of everybody else.” – Garry Ridge “Let's get rid of the word failure, and let's talk about ‘We don't make mistakes in our organization. We have learning moments.'” – Garry Ridge “It's not about you; it's about the people you have the privilege to lead.” – Garry Ridge itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Thursday Drive, Josh tells how you can spin the Hurricanes season in a positive way even after being eliminated by the Florida Panthers, explains how there's no bigger loser in the 18 game ACC basketball format than Wake Forest, we hear from Carolina Panther coordinators for the first time, including DC Ejiro Evero's thoughts on not going defense with the Panthers no. 8 pick, WD gets fired up about the Greensboro Children's Museum in Weekly Positivity, and 6th man of the Tar Heels, BDaht, joins the show to discuss NC State's basketball roster looking better than Carolina's and to see if Josh knows what "nasty work" is in a session of Grahammar School.

Join us for an uplifting conversation with Davin Youngs—singer, sound healing artist, keynote speaker, and "magician of the soul," as described by bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert. Davin passionately explores the transformational power of singing, voice, and sound, sharing insights into how these powerful tools catalyze personal and collective growth.Singer, sound healing artist and keynote speaker, Davin Youngs has been described by Eat, Pray, Love author, Elizabeth Gilbert as a "magician of the soul." Davin believes wholeheartedly in the transformational power of singing, voice and sound. He is the creator of VOXUS, an interactive keynote experience that draws corporate, professional and executives into improvisational singing and spontaneous song as a means of fostering deeper connection and catalyzing change. He has brought this work to companies like Coca-Cola, WD-40 and the Federal Reserve bank and also offers it locally through Chicago Circle Singing.Additionally, Davin discusses "The RESET," his signature sound bath experience blending improvisational singing, sound healing instruments, looping technology, and electronic beats, designed for restoration, discovery, and deep healing. He has shared this remarkable experience in renowned venues including The Kennedy Center, Chicago's Orchestra Hall, and the Ace Hotel rooftop.Don't miss this inspiring episode, where Davin shares the keys to freeing your voice and transforming your life!Davin's Links:https://voxusexperience.com, http://theresetsoundexperience.comLearn more about our Lyrics 'N Leadership Institute launch on May 28th, 2025 here: https://lyricsnleadership.org/Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/genein-letford/

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh tells why Tetairoa McMillan is the story of Carolina Panthers OTAs, breaks down why the vibes aren't feeling good ahead of the Hurricanes Game 5 against the Panthers, WD goes to the movies to review Lethal Weapon 1 & 2, voice of the Hurricanes on the Fan Duel Sports Network, Mike Maniscalco, joins the show to tell how plausible a 3-0 comeback agaisnt the Panthers is, and David Glenn, of the NC Sports Network, joins the show to tell if NC State has a better basketball roster than UNC.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh tells why the Canes winning their first conference final game since 2006 validates this year's Canes team, Daron Vaught, of D1 Baseball, joins the show to set the table for the state of North Carolina's NCAA Baseball Regional draws and to talk school spirit week in Unusual Questions, Hayes Permar, of Sports Channel 8, joins the show to play a "comeback themed" Skips or Plays, Josh breaks down why he it seems Greg Sanke has accepted being the villain of college football, and gives WD very few minutes to talk about the cover release of College Football 26.

r TIFU Dropped a mug of peas in an empty office while I was an intern and they went under every single office door, thereby creating a massive security emergency and office-wide mystery that no one has cracked. I am playing a dangerous game. Bought a fridge that's physically impossible to get into my apartment, now I'm the building's unofficial hallway appliance dealer and my ego is in shambles. Tried to surprise my girlfriend with a relaxing night — ended up flooding the bathroom, burning the food, and nearly setting off the fire alarm. Thoughtful turned terrifying. Thought I saw my wife walking our dog. Shouted “I love you” from the car. It was her boss. Now I'm banned from pickup duty. TIFU by causing a sixth-grade field trip to have a traumatic bathroom experience TIFU by chugging street coffee like an idiot. TIFU by sending my coworker into an existential spiral with a dumb ChatGPT prompt list TIFU by burning chocolate chips in the microwave, and then clogging the toilet with the burnt mass of chocolate TIFU by getting WD-40 all over the concrete at work Took an edible. Accidentally ordered 500 chicken nuggets. Threw an impromptu block party. Doctor told me to take my pants off. I said “you too.” I want to die. Bought a realistic raccoon plush. My mom thought it was real. Cops got involved. My emotional support raccoon is now in custody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, “Cheech” DeiCicchi of On The Water fails to save a friend from falling into a toxic bass pond, we hunt dock walleyes after copious cocktails, bet on basketball games and the power of 8-pound monofilament, and use otter emojis to sell old cans of WD-40. 

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh tells why the Hurricanes are in trouble after dropping Game 1 of the ECF to the Florida Panthers, reacts to the tush push surviving to see another season, David Glenn, of the NC Sports Network, joins the show to tell whether or not the Hurricanes will be able to keep up with the Florida Panthers offensively, Josh breaks down Duke making a pivot with their roster after it seems like Washington State transfer, Cedric Coward, is going to be staying in the NBA Draft, and WD details his trip to Canes-Panthers Game 1 in Weekly Positivity.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh tells why the pressure will be all on the Hurricanes if they don't take Game 1 of the ECF against the Florida Panthers, reacts to the news that reportedly Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson are engaged, 6th man of the Tar Heels, BDaht, joins the show to see if Josh knows what "brick" is in a session of Grahammar School, Josh breaks down what the best case scenario is for the Charlotte Hornets at the no. 4 pick, and WD goes to the movies to review "Top Gun: Maverick".

On a Friday Drive, Josh breaks down what you should be prepared to hear from the national media as the Hurricanes head to yet another Easter Conference Final, tells why UNC basketball might be in trouble, it comes down to the final question with WD in a session of Horse or Rockband, voice of Charlotte FC, Will Palaszczuk, joins the show where there's tension between he and WD ahead of Juan Soto's return to Yankee Stadium, tonight, and publisher for Deacons and Devils Illustrated, Conor O'Neill, joins the show in studio to break down how Duke's roster could be affected if Washington State transfer, Cedric Coward, decides to stay in the NBA Draft.

It's been a minute since the great conference in New Orleans, Salsify's Digital Shelf Summit, but this is one of the most interesting conversations with Gwen Ange with WD40. What does WD stand for? What is the history? This is many other super cool data scientist stuff.  Always Off Brand is always a Laugh & Learn!    Guest: Gwen Ange LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendolynange/    FEEDSPOT TOP 10 Retail Podcast! https://podcast.feedspot.com/retail_podcasts/?feedid=5770554&_src=f2_featured_email QUICKFIRE Info:   Website: https://www.quickfirenow.com/ Email the Show: info@quickfirenow.com  Talk to us on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quickfireproductions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quickfire__/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickfiremarketing LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/quickfire-productions-llc/about/ Sports podcast Scott has been doing since 2017, Scott & Tim Sports Show part of Somethin About Nothin:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/somethin-about-nothin/id1306950451 HOSTS: Summer Jubelirer has been in digital commerce and marketing for over 17 years. After spending many years working for digital and ecommerce agencies working with multi-million dollar brands and running teams of Account Managers, she is now the Amazon Manager at OLLY PBC.   LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/summerjubelirer/   Scott Ohsman has been working with brands for over 30 years in retail, online and has launched over 200 brands on Amazon. Mr. Ohsman has been managing brands on Amazon for 19yrs. Owning his own sales and marketing agency in the Pacific NW, is now VP of Digital Commerce for Quickfire LLC. Producer and Co-Host for the top 5 retail podcast, Always Off Brand. He also produces the Brain Driven Brands Podcast featuring leading Consumer Behaviorist Sarah Levinger. Scott has been a featured speaker at national trade shows and has developed distribution strategies for many top brands. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-ohsman-861196a6/   Hayley Brucker has been working in retail and with Amazon for years. Hayley has extensive experience in digital advertising, both seller and vendor central on Amazon.Hayley is the Director of Ecommerce at Camco Manufacturing and is responsible for their very substantial Amazon business. Hayley lives in North Carolina.  LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-brucker-1945bb229/   Huge thanks to Cytrus our show theme music “Office Party” available wherever you get your music. Check them out here: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cytrusmusic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cytrusmusic/ Twitter https://twitter.com/cytrusmusic SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6VrNLN6Thj1iUMsiL4Yt5q?si=MeRsjqYfQiafl0f021kHwg APPLE MUSIC https://music.apple.com/us/artist/cytrus/1462321449   “Always Off Brand” is part of the Quickfire Podcast Network and produced by Quickfire LLC.  

On a Thursday Drive, Josh breaks down why the pros outweigh the cons after the Carolina Panthers schedule release, WD gets excited about his Star Wars Crocs in Weekly Positivity, Josh and WD bleep out lines of Keith Urban songs, and Daron Vaught, of D1 Baseball, joins the show to discuss Pete Rose being unbanned from baseball and smelling like food in Unusual Questions.

On a Wednesday Drive, live from the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, Josh makes his Championship pick, breaks down the Panthers' schedule release, Jim Szoke, of the Panthers Radio Network, joins the show to explain why the Carolina Panthers schedule release does in fact matter, SportsCenter anchor, Michael Eaves, joins the show to break down how Cooper Flagg will fit on the Dallas Mavericks, Josh and WD react to Jon Gruden opening his "Bill Belichick box", and Steve Reed, of The AP, joins the show to break down why he's higher on Tetairoa McMillan than he has been for the majority of the Panthers' picks in recent years.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh tells why there was no "doomsday scenario" with the Charlotte Hornets missing out on the no. 1 overall pick and Cooper Flagg, explains how Bill Belichick's PR reboot is underway, David Glenn, of the NC Sports Network, joins the show to discuss Bill Belichick hiring an actual PR person to help with the Jordon Hudson situation, WD goes to the movies to review "The Exorcist", and Brian Geisinger, of 247 Sports, joins the show to break down how Cooper Flagg will fit on the Mavericks and what the Hornets options now are at the no. 4 pick in the NBA Draft.

Once named one of Inc. magazine's 10 most admired CEOs, Garry led WD-40 for 25 years. At that time, his leadership and positive corporate culture grew WD-40 into one of the world's most recognized and well-loved brands. In this episode, Garry discusses how he achieved this and why he detailed it in his book, Any Dumbass Can Do It. Many thanks to our excellent sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipIntro for FREE. PureTalk.com/Rowe Switch to a qualifying plan and claim your FREE Samsung Galaxy K12.com/ROWE to find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you. KnobelSpirits.com Use code Carl and spend $100 to get FREE Orange Bitter Sugar Cubes.

En un rincón cercano de nuestra vasta galaxia, apenas a unos 80 años luz de nuestro Sistema Solar, desde donde la luz tarda ocho décadas en viajar hasta nosotros, un equipo de astrónomos ha descubierto, gracias una vez más al polifacético Telescopio Espacial James Webb, un planeta como ningún otro que hubiéramos visto antes.Este mundo, bautizado con el nombre técnico y algo enigmático de WD 1856+534 b, ya había sido detectado en 2020.

Any Dumbass Can Build a Great Culture: Leadership Lessons from WD-40's Garry RidgeEpisode DescriptionIn this compelling episode of the Relentless Customer Leader podcast, host Dr. Chris Brown sits down with Garry Ridge, former CEO of WD-40 Company and author of "Any Dumbass Can Do It." During his remarkable 25-year tenure as CEO, Garry transformed a simple product into a global powerhouse spanning 176 countries, growing the company's market cap from $300 million to $3.6 billion.Garry reveals the leadership philosophy that drove this success: creating a tribal culture where people feel they belong, matter, and can make choices without fear. Discover how reframing "failures" as "learning moments" and transforming "managers" into "coaches" helped build an organization where 98% of employees globally said they loved to tell people they worked for the company.Whether you're leading a small team or a multinational corporation, you'll gain practical insights on balancing compassion with accountability, measuring cultural health in today's dispersed workforce, and creating environments where people can deliver their "personal magnificence." This episode delivers a masterclass in customer-centric leadership that drives both cultural and financial results.Show NotesKey Topics Covered00:46 - The origin story of WD-40 and how it got its iconic name02:19 - WD-40's unfair market advantages and unique positioning strategy04:14 - Garry's new book "Any Dumbass Can Do It" and its provocative message06:30 - Building a "tribe" versus a traditional workforce09:43 - Transforming failures into "learning moments" to eliminate fear12:12 - Balancing being "tough-minded and tender-hearted" in leadership14:08 - How culture directly impacts financial results and business performance18:03 - Measuring cultural health in modern, dispersed workforces22:09 - The story of Garry riding a horse in armor into Times Square24:46 - Maintaining humility in leadership ("Even the queen sits down to pee")27:22 - Navigating cultural differences in global business33:26 - The four corners of CEO responsibility and the loneliness of leadership36:00 - Personal leadership development and embracing "dumbassery"39:56 - Building psychological safety through trust and reducing fearNotable Quotes"Life is about maximizing learning moments. Failures turn into successes if we look at them that way.""Great leadership is a balance between being tough-minded and tender-hearted.""Culture is not a microwaveable event. It takes a crockpot approach.""A great economic outcome is the will of the people times the strategy.""In organizations, most people don't lie. They fake and hide. And the reason they fake and hide is because of fear.""Have a heart of gold and a backbone of steel.""Even the queen sits down to pee." (On staying humble as a leader)Resources MentionedBook: "Any Dumbass Can Do It" by Garry RidgeWD-40 CompanyAbout Garry RidgeGarry Ridge served as CEO of WD-40 Company for 25 years, growing the market cap from $300 million to $3.6 billion. An Australian native who relocated to the US, Garry transformed WD-40's organizational culture by focusing on creating a tribal environment where people feel they belong, matter, and can learn without fear. He currently coaches CEOs and is dedicated to helping leaders build cultures of belonging "where love, forgiveness, and learning inspire a happier, more connected world."Connect With UsWebsite: https://relentlesscustomerleader.transistor.fm/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherlbrown/Twitter/X: https://x.com/marketculture Subscribe to the Relentless Customer Leader podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

In this powerful conversation, Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus of WD-40 Company and author of Any Dumb Ass Can Do It, shares timeless leadership lessons, the truth about culture, and why servant leadership isn't soft—it's strong. From the roots of WD-40's success to building a workplace people escape to, not from, this episode is packed with actionable insights.00:40 - About Garry RidgeGarry is the Chairman Emeritus of the WD 40 company. He's also called the culture coach.He's the author of a book titled Any Dumb Ass Can Do It.

In this 385 BB Ford  Episode, Chrissy does her interpretation of a mouse using WD-40, Timmy is covered in open wounds, Chris encourages you to watch traffic while Mental curls up on the side of the road with his blankie…Really we talk about maturing as racers, recalling what we used to do when started compared to now. LEARN FROM OUR MISTAKES!!!Track ready Dodge Stratus on Racing Junk!https://www.racingjunk.com/24-hours-of-lemons-cars-and-equipment-for-sale/184680748/champcar-lucky-dog-2001-dodge-stratus-r-t-3.5-v6.html?category_id=4520&np_offset=0#3The good belts for your endurance racing carhttps://www.summitracing.com/parts/gfr-7623bk?seid=srese1&ppckw=pmax-safety-equipment&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlMfABhCWARIsADGXdy-Rg_EqkzMQoAW3OmhL4uUK8RVdkyu5IRuvV74o2rBWxQ_hP9Y_YTwaAogEEALw_wcBC8 Loses The Wall (Brian Silvestro @ Motor1.com)https://www.motor1.com/news/757952/2026-chevrolet-c8-corvette-interior-spy-shots/ Slate Truck! Steven Cole Smith @ Hagerty https://www.hagerty.com/media/news/introducing-the-slate-truck-all-electric-built-in-america-and-under-20000/ Slate Truck Configuratorhttps://www.slate.auto/en 30 Cars Most Likely to Last to 250k (Mark Vaughn @ Autoweek) https://autos.yahoo.com/did-car-list-top-30-133100596.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYmluZy5jb20v&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAN0gBD-2yjsLsFeoOCHVdu4BT1bEhYOiCmEXS0nD5qJB4MkRaK6x1zBNc6-ukNd6OgxC-UhOX6pUbhmWQapAUFy0qd3kreKhhUjLSD3kiYrHyKTj-YolixGGxDjSEtVmmZj0zcE02G5ub1XqrnMY5BIqD-ckJF7rIjSknybc0rqo GM ruins the small block V-8 ( Byron Hurd @ The Drive)  https://www.thedrive.com/news/gm-issues-stop-sale-ahead-of-recall-for-blown-6-2l-v8s-in-some-2021-2024-trucks-and-suvsJoining the E1R F1 Fantasy League! It's Free and Chrissy is losing!!!https://fantasygp.com, Build your own team, then join league 74259541Mental's Porsche 912 - https://youtu.be/_AEg7U4mWgI?feature=shared Our Website -⁠ https://everyoneracers.com/⁠ Download or stream here -⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NsFZDTcaFlu4IhjbG6fV9 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPrTs8wdzydOqbpWZ_y-xEA ⁠  - Our YouTube

Real leadership isn't being the smartest person in the room. It's creating the kind of culture where people feel safe enough to say, “I don't know.”   In this episode, Alex Raymond talks with Garry Ridge, the former CEO of WD-40 and the author of “Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It.” Garry shares how a moment of “jumping in to fix it” early in his career completely reshaped his approach to leadership. That shift, from problem-solver to coach, set the foundation for one of the most admired cultures in business, with 93% employee engagement and a company-wide commitment to learning and accountability.   Garry explains why admitting what you don't know isn't weakness but the beginning of trust. He unpacks the idea of “dumbassery” as a leadership superpower, and why removing fear in the workplace creates room for growth, innovation, and genuine connection. What can happen when you stop calling things failures and start treating them as learning moments? What will change when your company values are more than just words on a wall?   This episode offers ideas for leaders who want to build purpose-driven companies without losing their people, or themselves, in the process. From the power of clearly ranked values to the surprisingly effective “Maniac Pledge,” Garry provides a framework for creating a workplace where people feel safe, supported, and proud to contribute.   Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction 03:13 Learning Moments and Redefining Failure 05:25 “I Don't Know” as a Leadership Superpower 07:28 Psychological Safety and People-First Cultures 14:16 Purpose, Values, and the Will of the People 21:44 Purpose Beyond Product and Real Accountability 33:19 Leading with Love   Links Connect with Garry Ridge: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garryridge/ Website: https://thelearningmoment.net/ Website Quiz: https://thelearningmoment.net/quiz/   Connect with Alex Raymond: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afraymond/ Website: https://amplifyam.com/ HiveCast.fm is a proud sponsor of The Conscious Entrepreneur Podcast. Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

Garry Ridge is the former CEO of WD-40 and the co-author of Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It, a book about building high-performance cultures through servant leadership, emotional safety, and consistent values. In this conversation, Garry shares not just what he learned during his 25+ years at WD-40, but how he lived it—and how other leaders can too.We talked about what it means to lead with a heart of gold and a backbone of steel, how culture can't be microwaved (spoiler: it's a crockpot), and why being a "dumbass" is actually a leadership superpower.Garry tells stories about turning fear into learning, eliminating the word "manager," and why clarity around values—especially in a hierarchy—gives everyone the confidence to make the right decision, no matter their title.We also explore:Why psychological safety isn't fluff, it's foundationalHow “the soul-sucking CEO” lives in all of us, and what to do about thatWhat happened when Garry went back to school as a CEOHow WD-40 went global using three simple marketing questionsWhy organizations should replace “failure” with “learning moments”The real-world power of love and belonging at workThe “Maniac Pledge” and how it eliminates finger-pointingHow even during COVID, WD-40's engagement scores stayed sky-highThis episode is a warm bath of wisdom, humor, and hope for anyone who wants to lead—at work or in life—with integrity, humility, and heart.LinksGarry Ridge's website: thelearningmoment.netTake the Dumbass Proficiency Quiz hereConnect with Garry on LinkedInJoin the School of Dumb-Assery on LinkedInGarry's book: Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It

In this enlightening conversation with Garry Ridge, former CEO of WD-40 Company, you'll discover powerful leadership insights that transformed an ordinary product into an extraordinary company. Here's what to expect: How values create freedom - Gary explains his hierarchical value system that empowered employees to make independent decisions anywhere in the world without "quacking up the hierarchy." Embracing "learning moments" rather than failures - Learn how reframing mistakes revolutionized WD-40's culture and encouraged innovation without fear. The ego-empathy balance - Discover why letting "empathy eat your ego" instead of the reverse is crucial for effective leadership. The power of authentic humility - Gary shares his mother's wisdom: "Even the Queen sits down to pee" and how staying grounded shaped his leadership style. Why "coach" should replace "manager" - Understand the fundamental difference between managing and coaching that transformed WD-40's organizational structure. The "Maniac Pledge" for accountability - Learn about Gary's antidote to the "Na-Na-Na Disease" of finger-pointing that builds true responsibility. Not ignoring your "alarm bells" - A personal story illustrates the importance of paying attention to warning signs in both business and life. The interview offers a masterclass in building cultures where people feel they belong, know they matter, and can contribute meaningfully - all proven through 25 years of leadership without a single layoff.

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What happens when an organization fails to define its core values, allowing them to become mere decorative words on a wall rather than the guiding principles they are meant to be? Join me as I draw inspiration from my recent conversation with Garry Ridge, the Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of the iconic WD-40 Company. While the terms are often used interchangeably, I talk about the crucial distinction between values and beliefs and use real-world scenarios where lack of clarity leads to confusion and inconsistency. Together, we'll explore how to translate values into actionable behaviors that serve as anchors and navigational compasses for individuals and teams alike. Last but not least, we examine why organizations benefit from having a values hierarchy. What You'll Learn:• How to transform organizational values into actionable strategies.• The impact of core values on effective decision-making.• Ways to enhance integrity within the organization.• Strategies to improve team cohesion through shared values.• The power of a values hierarchy.Podcast Timestamps:(00:00) The Power of Organizational Values(12:37) Prioritizing Organizational Values for Clarity(19:30) Maximizing Values Alignment: The Role of IntentionKey Topics Discussed:Organizational Values, Translating Values Into Action Garry Ridge, WD-40 Company, Prioritizing Values, Maximizing Clarity, Ensuring Alignment, Values-Based Decision-Making, Increasing Trust, Creating A Culture of Integrity, Building Cohesion, Doing the Right Thing, Fostering Empowerment, Positive Team Dynamics, CEO SuccessMore of Do Good to Lead Well:Website: https://craigdowden.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/

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