Why More Money Isn’t the Answer (And What Is)

High turnover is draining your business—but here’s the good news: keeping great employees doesn’t always mean paying more.

In this episode of The Unlocked Potential Podcast, I sit down with Tom Leung, former Google and YouTube product leader and host of Fireside PM, to break down what really keeps people loyal, engaged, and motivated—especially in small and blue-collar businesses. Whether you run a construction crew, a restaurant, or a manufacturing operation, this episode is packed with practical, advice to help you build stronger teams, keep your best people longer, and become a better leader.

We dive into:

🔹 Why people actually leave jobs (hint: it’s rarely just about money)

🔹 How to build a workplace people don’t want to walk away from

🔹 The truth about motivation vs. accountability

🔹 What small businesses can learn from Google’s leadership practices

🔹 How to spot disengagement early—and fix it

🔹 Why growth, feedback, and feeling valued matter more than another dollar

Tom shares battle-tested insights from startups to Big Tech, and shows how to apply them in any work environment—no ping pong tables or tech jargon required.

🔧 If you’re a business owner struggling with retention, team morale, or leadership burnout—this one’s for you.

Brought to you by:

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Where to find Tom:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toml/

Where to find Jesse:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessechor/

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🎉 Shoutout for This Episode (DC Edition!)

If James Gunn can reboot Superman, you can definitely rethink how you lead your team.

💥This episode is all about ditching outdated playbooks and discovering your own leadership superpower — no cape required.

🦸‍♂️ Whether you’re a Man of Steel at work or just trying to avoid kryptonite (like high turnover), hit that like button, share it with your Justice League, and let’s build workplaces that actually work.

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