Escape the Ordinary: Leading with Connection & Trust w/ Teddy Cheek

What makes a truly connected, high-performing team? In this episode of Making the Connection, Angela is joined by Teddy Cheek, Marketing Leader at The Escape Game. They sit down to explore how aligning teams around mission, vision, and values leads to deeper trust, better performance, and a more fulfilling workplace culture.Timestamps for your listening notes:[6:15] Why a strong mission matters more than perks[12:30] How hiring the right people creates natural team chemistry[18:45] The role of guest feedback in shaping company culture[25:10] Creating experiences that foster connection beyond the workplace[32:20] Lessons from immersive entertainment that apply to leadershipBook Recs:Unreasonable Hospitality by Will GuidaraRaving Fans by Ken Blanchard and Sheldon BowlesSetting the Table by Danny MeyerGood to Great by Jim CollinsThe Ideal Team Player by Patrick LencioniTo book your next Escape Game, visit their website at https://theescapegame.com/—-------Tune in to Making the Connection every other week to learn about how to develop genuine professional relationships.Stay in touch with host, Angela Chong, on LinkedIn & on Instagram @ makingtheconnectionpodcast