Are You a True Leader? - CEO of AlaTrade Foods, Josh Whitley

Are you a true leader?Ever wonder what happens when a leader loses their title? Josh Whitley, CEO of AlaTrade Foods, reveals the raw truth about leadership, identity, and the importance of life beyond the job. In this gripping interview, Josh shares his journey from climbing the ranks to facing a layoff, and the profound lessons he learned along the way. It's a wake-up call for any leader prioritizing their position over their people. Discover how a leader learned the hard way that who you are is not what you do. Hint: It involves a powerful lesson from a savvy boss, a meat processing plant, and some hard-earned wisdom.You'll also discover:A strategy to lead by example, not just words.How to build a culture of trust and accountability.Why "people first, chicken second" is a game-changer.The surprising power of prioritizing safety and well-being.A blueprint to avoid the "leadership vacuum". ------What defines you outside of your job title? -----Follow Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-whitley/Learn more about AlaTrade Foods: -----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

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Welcome to Lead the Team. This podcast is for you if you'd like to motivate your direct reports, cultivate your top leaders, and accelerate your career. You'll discover the success strategies of the world's most innovative leaders where I dive into their keys to success and hard-earned, costly lessons. We've surpassed 400 episodes and host guests like legendary Honeywell CEO, David Cote and CEO of Dunkin Brands, Nigel Travis. As well as executives from companies you know like SAP, US Golf Association, Lockheed Martin. Dell, IBM, Dollar General, Footlocker, and Beyond Meat. Also, you hear from a variety of executives including those of smaller, rapidly growing companies that you won't hear anywhere else. You'll walk away with success strategies, hacks, and tools to lead in both your personal and professional life. My goal is to impact 1 million leaders who then transform the workplace to a more positive place to work and thrive. You're in this for effectiveness, productivity, work-life balance, and job promotion! This is not for you if you want to maintain the status quo, do business as usual, or operate your life and career on "cruise control." It's time to LEAD THE TEAM! Ben Fanning #1 bestselling author and corporate trainer ------------- Join us by subscribing now! Your host is Ben Fanning, #1 bestselling author and in-demand corporate trainer of The Fanning Group - an International Consultancy and Training Company. https://www.benfanning.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benfanning/ https://twitter.com/BenFanning1 https://www.instagram.com/benfanning1/