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Mar 2025

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Get Rid of Your Best People and Wreck Yo...

Timothy Dean Smith, Leadership Speaker, Coach and Podcast Host

About this episode

"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the First-Time Leaders Accelerated℠ Podcast."

It's unfortunate but all too often organizations unknowingly get rid of their best people and simultaneously wreck their culture, in three easy steps. I will explain how and why this problem occurs and how to fix it.

Are you prepared to lead people? Find Out

If you need a Leadership Speaker or you need help with Leader Development and/or Culture Improvement, visit tdspi.com and Click on Meet Me.

I look forward to our "get to know each other" conversation.

Treat people like they make a difference and they will.

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Timothy Dean Smith
Leadership Speaker, Coach, Podcast Host
www.tdspi.com
tds@tdspi.com
(607) 221-6191

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