293: Attract Top Talent and Build a Thriving Culture

With author Grant Botma

There’s the saying that goes ‘Nice guys finish last.’

Then there’s the nice guy who proves he’s the exception to the rule.

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And in the world of mortgage brokers, nice guys can be an anomaly. But today’s guest is trying his best to change that, starting with sharing about his own leadership style.

His name is Grant Botma and his new book is called The Problem Isn’t Their Paycheck: How to Attract Top Talent and Build a Thriving Company Culture.

His company Stewardship is an Inc. 5,000 Fastest Growing Companies in America.

And not only are Grant’s employees among the most productive in their field, but every single one of them loves their job.

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In today’s episode, I ask Grant to share:

  • What happens when compensation is your company’s primary motivator
  • The three main motivators every business should leverage
  • The ingredients needed  to create a unified purpose
  • And lots more!

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Grant’s Book

You can order The Problem Isn’t Their Paycheck: How to Attract Top Talent and Build a Thriving Company Culture right now!

Books Grant Recommends

Emotional Intelligence 2.o by Travis Bradberry

Building a Story Brand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen by Donald Miller

Check Out These Additional Resources

Visit Grant’s website here for more about her and her work.

Be sure and grab your copy of Grant’s book now.

Find out more about hiring Grant to speak to your group.

Connect with Grant on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Check out Grant’s podcast called the Culture Course Show.

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