Addressing Workforce Stress and Disengagement featuring Tim Ohai

Tim Ohai is a business strategist and founder of Kupu Solutions, specializing in leadership development, sales enablement, and organizational transformation. With over two decades of experience consulting for Fortune 500 companies and startups, Tim helps businesses achieve sustainable growth through innovative strategies. Known for his practical and human-centered approach, Tim is an expert in navigating organizational dynamics and empowering teams. He holds a degree in master's degree in Organizational Psychology and is passionate about philanthropic initiatives. SHOW SUMMARY In this episode of the Selling from the Heart podcast, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy welcome Tim Ohai, founder of Kupu Solutions, for an insightful discussion on overcoming workforce stress and disengagement. Tim dives deep into what he calls the “stress pandemic” plaguing today's workforce and offers strategies for building clarity, empowerment, and engagement within organizations. The conversation explores the importance of aligning priorities, creating trust-based accountability, and fostering a culture that supports authentic sales practices. Tim also introduces a masterclass designed to help leaders elevate their teams and enhance execution. This episode is packed with actionable insights for sales leaders looking to empower their teams and drive sustained success. KEY TAKEAWAYSAuthentic Sales Approach: Selling from the heart means operating from a place of confidence, trust, and acceptance, not fear of failure or rejection.Clarity Is Key: Establishing clarity in goals, strategies, and roles is crucial to reducing confusion and increasing engagement.Empowerment and Engagement: Empower your team by providing the necessary tools and support while creating a culture of trust and accountability.Adaptive Leadership: Leaders must balance disruption with optimization, maintain clear communication, and stay accessible to their teams.Execution Over Strategy: The true success of any strategy lies in its execution, driven by an engaged and empowered workforce.Self-Coaching: Sales professionals should seek clarity in their roles and resources, helping leaders improve and guide more effectively. QUOTES TO REMEMBER"When you're selling from the heart, you're selling from a place of confidence, not fear of failure, rejection, or risk.""Clarity is king. Make sure everyone knows what success looks like and keep the priorities aligned.""Accountability should be trust-based, not fear-based.""Engagement is key. Companies with highly engaged workforces are 23% more profitable.""Execution is where all the money is made." WHY YOU NEED TO LISTEN: This episode is a must-listen for sales leaders looking to tackle workforce stress and disengagement while driving authentic and sustainable success. Tim Ohai shares practical strategies that will help you clarify your vision, empower your team, and execute your strategy with confidence. CONNECT WITH TIM OHAI:Tim Ohai on LinkedInLooking for even more insights? Don’t miss Tim Ohai’s masterclass on building high-performing teams! Check it out here: timohai.com/masterclass FOLLOW THE CONVERSATION:Darrell Amy’s LinkedInLarry Levine’s LinkedInSelling from the Heart website ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Order Larry Levine’s book, Selling in a Post-Trust World: Get it on Barnes & Noble and access exclusive content! SUBSCRIBE to our YOUTUBE CHANNEL! Stay updated with the latest episodes and leadership tips: Selling from the Heart YouTube Get Your Daily Dose of Inspiration: Click Here for Your Daily Dose