EP6: Redefining Work Through Safety, Humanity, and Grace with Chasity Griffin & LaTrice Lyle | EJT Education Group Team

In this episode, I am joined by my squad, Chasity Griffin, our operations coordinator wizard, and Latrice Lyle, our client success coach - I am so excited to share this conversation because they're about to give you a glimpse into the heart of our company's culture, EJT Education Group. Join Chasity, Latrice, and me as we give you a taste of what it's like to work in a place where you're not just encouraged to be yourself – you're celebrated for it. They'll dish out stories about the incredible support system and camaraderie that make their workplace a true gem. Here at EJT, it's not about fitting in; it's about making each team member feel truly seen, heard, and empowered. But we're not stopping there. We're diving deep into the nuts and bolts of building a strong and nurturing company culture. We'll discuss trust, open communication, and putting humanity center stage. Plus, we'll explore the power of tackling personal issues and embracing mindset shifts – because these little things can make a big difference in how leaders create a thriving workplace. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the beautiful culture this team has crafted and how it's the secret sauce behind our collective success and well-being. KEY POINTS: - Build genuine connections between team members - Let your team bring their authentic selves to work, creating a sense of safety and camaraderie within the team - Build a company culture through intentionality and purpose, rather than rules and bureaucracy - As a CEO you should aim to trust your team and delegate tasks without needing to oversee every step - Building a strong, safe company culture requires internal work - Prioritize humanity within your team - Consider your team as your first target client - Recognize and appreciate the contributions of your team in building the company's success QUOTES: "Building a company culture is more about internal work that you have to do with your soul than it is about the people that you bring in." -Latrice Lyle "If someone's having a day like this person's not doing their job or they're experiencing something, let me show up as a human and check in on them as a friend." -Latrice Lyle "There are moments of feedback where there may be a conflict, I feel like it always again comes from a humanity place." -Chasity Griffin "My unspoken mission is to build a company that proves that you don't have to sacrifice your humanity in order to make revenue." -Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas RESOURCES: Join 7-Figure Educator LIVE: The only 3-day event for Black educators that will your education expertise into a 7-figure education consulting business!  Join the #GetLaunchEDConsulting Facebook Group - Your hub for aspiring and seasoned education consultants. All teachers welcome! Click here to join.  Enjoyed this episode? Like, rate, and subscribe to the 7-Figure Educator podcast!  Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas  IG | @e_jordanthomas LinkedIn | @erica-jordan-thomas-ed-l-d-86314764  Facebook | @EJTConsultingLLC  7-Figure Educator is produced by EPYC Media Network