Conscious Leadership, Curiosity, and Culture by Design — with Kaley Klemp | Treussard Talks (E26)

Conscious Leadership, Curiosity, and Culture by Design — with Kaley Klemp | Treussard Talks (E26) Most cultures aren't built. They emerge. A founder has an idea, recruits two friends, and the three of them live and breathe the mission until it works. Nobody stops to ask what values they're building on. Nobody writes down who gets to make the call when there's a jump ball. And then the firm grows, the osmosis stops working, and the culture they didn't design starts running the show. Kaley Klemp has spent her career helping leaders see that clearly — and do something about it. She is the co-author of The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership and has worked with organizations from YPO member companies to Research Affiliates, where she and I first met over a decade ago. The conversation that follows is about what it actually takes to lead with intention: in firms, in partnerships, in families, and in the relationship you have with your own wealth. What We Cover in This Conversation: Above the line vs. below the line: curiosity and responsibility vs. defensiveness, blame, and rescuing Why "the need to be right" is a corrosive force in knowledge-based organizations Decision rights: who gets to make the call, why bottlenecks form around founders, and what gets left on the table when they do What co-founder breakups have in common with divorce — and how candor, practiced early and often, is the only real prevention The Enneagram as a vocabulary for difference: why people who want to be "strong," "safe," and "good" end up in entrenched conflict "If you don't define the money, the money will define you" — and what it means to help clients have that conversation with themselves Disclaimer: The content of "Treussard Talks" is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Treussard Capital Management or its affiliates. Listeners should consult with their own financial advisor before making any investment decisions. For full disclosures, visit treussard.com. Stay Connected Newsletter — Wealth, Empowered: Subscribe at wealth-empowered.beehiiv.com Learn more: treussard.com This podcast is for entertainment and education only. Nothing here is financial advice. Treussard Capital Management is a registered investment advisor. Please visit our website www.treussard.com for additional information and disclaimers.