Are you really leading… or just managing? (Here’s the Hard Truth) episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 10, 2025 · 42 MIN

Are you really leading… or just managing? (Here’s the Hard Truth)

from Keep The Change · host Bart Nollenberger

Hey Keep The Changers, today’s episode might just change the way you look at leadership and culture forever.I’ve been in the automotive business for over 40 years (yeah, I know… you can do the math), and one thing I’ve realized after all that time is this: the word “culture” never shows up in conversations inside low-performing stores.They talk profit. They talk process. But they rarely talk people.And yet, culture is the heartbeat of every thriving business. It’s the invisible force that shapes how people think, act, and interact, or as John Maxwell puts it, “You do what you’re going to do, that’s culture.”In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that completely redefined how I lead: The Culture Scorecard.This tool helps you see your business from the inside out, through the eyes of your people.Because let’s be honest, if your team doesn’t feel safe, trusted, or heard… they’re not giving you their best.If you’ve ever wondered why your culture isn’t clicking, or how to get your people fully engaged and aligned again… this one’s for you.Enjoying the show? Subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast players!Subscribe on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-the-change/id1622521488Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xcQk7kNGNOnWuZ14aDkWCConnect with Bart Nollenberger:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bart-nollenberger-4949405a/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BartNollenbergerCoaching

Hey Keep The Changers, today’s episode might just change the way you look at leadership and culture forever. I’ve been in the automotive business for over 40 years (yeah, I know… you can do the math), and one thing I’ve realized after all that time is this: the word “culture” never shows up in conversations inside low-performing stores. They talk profit. They talk process. But they rarely talk people. And yet, culture is the heartbeat of every thriving business. It’s the invisible force that ...

NOW PLAYING

Are you really leading… or just managing? (Here’s the Hard Truth)

0:00 42:45

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Keep The Change?

This episode is 42 minutes long.

When was this Keep The Change episode published?

This episode was published on October 10, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Hey Keep The Changers, today’s episode might just change the way you look at leadership and culture forever.I’ve been in the automotive business for over 40 years (yeah, I know… you can do the math), and one thing I’ve realized after all that time...

Can I download this Keep The Change episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!