How Great Leaders Build Teams, Earn Trust, and Inspire with Greg Hulsizer

In this episode of The Future of Teamwork, Dane Groeneveld chats with Greg Hulsizer, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Speaker, about building stronger teams through gratitude, curiosity, and genuine human connection. He shares how leaders can get closer to their team’s day-to-day reality through unique exercises like a “This Seems Stupid to Me” contest and “Black Cloud” meetings. Plus, he shares exactly what leaders should look for in order to put the right team together.Whether you’re leading a small local team or managing multi-billion-dollar projects, Greg’s blend of curiosity and connection will inspire and motivate you to look at your leadership with fresh eyes.🔗 Connect with Greg Helsizer on LinkedInKey Takeaways:00:00 Introduction to the Future of Teamwork01:13 Meet Greg Hulsizer01:42 Greg's Early Career and Lifeguard Days02:44 Transition to City Management03:43 Pioneering Automated Toll Roads06:17 Consulting and Executive Coaching07:33 Leadership Philosophy and Team Dynamics22:10 The Importance of Gratitude in Leadership24:14 A Memorable Act of Gratitude24:34 The Importance of Style in Showing Gratitude25:48 The 'This Seems Stupid to Me' Contest26:44 Customer-Centric Decision Making28:08 The Value of Ride-Alongs and Hands-On Experience30:59 Encouraging Creativity and Connection in Teams33:37 Selecting the Right People for the Team37:43 Insights on Public-Private Partnerships42:07 Final Thoughts and Reflections