Leadership: Training the Trainer & Empowering Your Team

We trust members of our team in leadership roles to share information and coach the team that reports to them to do their best work, but are we investing in their education too? In this episode, Marty Grunder shares what they do at Grunder Landscaping Co. to coach new leaders and support them as they teach their own teams their skills. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Leave a Review for the Grow Show! ️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel! 00:00 - Introduction & Welcome 00:40 - The Importance of Training 01:41 - Vision, Mission, and Core Values 02:44 - Non-Negotiables & Training Framework 03:51 - Why We Train 05:16 - How We Train 06:51 - Steps to Effective Training 10:20 - The Power of Praise 13:51 - Please Share & Subscribe! Show Notes Training the Trainer: Marty emphasizes the importance of training the trainers within the organization. He highlights how essential it is for trainers to not only provide skills but also to embody and pass on the company's culture and values. Effective training can lead to improved performance and leadership within the team. Vision Statement: Marty explains that every training session should start with the company's vision statement. The vision statement reflects the long-term goals and aspirations of the company, serving as the "Super Bowl" or the ultimate achievement everyone is working towards. Mission Statement: The mission statement details the company's daily operations and how they plan to achieve their vision. Marty underscores the importance of aligning the mission with the company's core activities and ensuring that every team member understands and is committed to this mission. Core Values: Marty discusses the core values of the company which include quality, leadership, teamwork, and profitability. These values guide the behaviors and decision-making processes within the organization, ensuring that everyone is working towards the same standards and goals. Non-Negotiables: Marty highlights the eight non-negotiable behaviors that are crucial for the company's success. These include taking initiative, maintaining a positive attitude, effective communication, accountability, having a growth mindset, managing time, upholding professionalism, and expecting continuous improvement. These were established by the team's input and are integral to the company's operations. How We Train: Marty outlines the methods and mindset for effective training, emphasizing the need for safety, patience, clarity, repetition, and opportunities. Training begins on the first day and is continuous, focusing on developing new leaders. Using videos and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are recommended for clear and effective training.