In this episode, the host interviews Monica Swanson, a seasoned IT leader with 30 years of global experience. They discuss the importance of keeping the purpose and vision of a business at the forefront for team members to foster flourishing and productivity. Monica shares her career journey, the impact of purpose on team motivation, and actionable strategies for maintaining this focus within teams. She also provides personal anecdotes, industry insights, and practical advice for tech leaders to improve team effectiveness and engagement. The discussion touches on the balance between technical excellence and fulfilling business objectives, highlighting the profound impact of purpose-driven work.

* Monica Swanson on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicaroeswanson/

* "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins - https://www.amazon.com/Let-Them-Theory-Life-Changing-Millions/dp/B0DFMZMKFJ?tag=sommardahl-20

* "In On It" by Elisabeth O'Toole - https://www.amazon.com/Adoptive-Parents-Adoption-Relatives-Friends/dp/0982876505?tag=sommardahl-20

* "The Introvert's Edge" by Matthew Pollard - https://www.amazon.com/The-Introverts-Edge-audiobook/dp/B074XKXNQZ?tag=sommardahl-20

* Website: monroebusinesssolutions.com

* Email: monica@monroebusinesssolutions.com

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Business
00:31 Meet Monica Swanson
01:22 Monica's Professional Background
02:46 Personal Interests and Hobbies
06:32 Confession Time: Embracing Mistakes
09:21 Keeping Purpose Top of Mind
17:30 The Impact of Purpose on Teams
27:04 The Importance of Grounding Meetings in Purpose
27:26 Interactive Communication and the Power of Stories
29:35 Understanding Customer and Employee Experiences
31:18 Trust and Transparency in Leadership
35:08 The Pitfalls of Micromanagement
44:33 Aligning IT and Business Goals
46:30 Unexpected Career Paths Through Purpose-Driven Work
48:41 Practical Tips for Tech Leaders