In this episode of the Drop In CEO podcast Marcel Schwantes, a seasoned executive coach and speaker, shares his transformative journey from experiencing a toxic work environment to advocating for a humane workplace grounded in principles of love and care. He discusses the hidden costs of toxic leadership, the importance of embedding core values in business operations, and introduces his 'love in action' framework for leadership. Through real-world examples and actionable advice, Marcel offers insights on building trust, promoting psychological safety, and enhancing employee engagement. This episode is a must-listen for C-suite leaders and aspiring executives who aim to foster a thriving, human-centered work culture.

Episode Highlights:

04:02 The Impact of Toxic Leadership

06:09 Discovering Humane Leadership

16:43 The Love in Action Framework

21:51 Addressing Quiet Quitting and Psychological Safety

Marcel Schwantes is a speaker, author, acclaimed executive coach, and an Inc. Magazine Contributing Editor with a global following. Marcel delivers presentations, workshops, courses, and coaching programs about the human side of business and how cultures of care, connection, and belonging power companies to thrive and outperform the competition. Marcel hosts the popular "Love in Action" podcast, heard in over 160 countries.

Connect with Marcel Schwantes:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marcelschwantes/

Company Website: marcelschwantes.substack.com/

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