If You Want to Change the World (featuring Nathan Havey)Nathan Havey on conscious capitalism, leadership caps, and moreGUEST BIO:Nathan Havey is on a mission to redefine success in the business world. He's also the mastermind who helped transform BIGGBY® COFFEE into a beacon of conscious capitalism. He's since developed a network of over 65 top-tier consultants worldwide through his work with Conscious Capitalism Inc. Nathan's passion for storytelling shines through in his award-winning film, "Beyond Zero," which has been a hit with heavyweights like KKR, UPS, and academic stalwarts like Yale and the University of Michigan, all using it to champion the expanded game of business.At the Institute for Corporate Transformation, Nathan co-founded, he's the voice behind the hit podcast series "10 Things You Should Know About Stakeholder Capitalism." He's also the brains behind the Intrapreneur Accelerator, a cutting-edge change leadership program. Nathan's also speaker and trainer, collaborating with visionaries worldwide to create a future where business benefits everyone.Links:LinkedInCORE TOPICS + DETAILS:[1:57] - Make a Mess FirstMake a mess, then clean it up betterLaura discusses the annual planning phase in businesses, likening it “pulling all the clothes out and dumping them on the ground” when you clean your closet out. This represents the discomfort and uncertainty businesses face during strategic planning, emphasizing the emotional and psychological impacts of business processes. It’s uncomfortable when your company’s dirty laundry is dumped on the ground for all to see — because then it has to be dealt with. But this is the beginning of positive transformation.[3:07] - Anxiety, Stress, and LeadershipThe upside to anxietyMike and Nathan discuss how anxiety and stress, often seen as challenges to be overcome in leadership, can actually be critical and productive elements in leadership and business. This conversation shifts the perspective on these emotions, suggesting they can be drivers for success and growth. After all, anxiety and stress are often our brain trying to tell us something — and can even give us the critical energy that makes the process of transformation effective and worthwhile.[9:08] - When Business is More than BusinessIf you want to change the world, start with companiesNathan believes that society undervalues the importance of businesses and corporations in positively impacting society. He talks about expanding the role of business beyond traditional metrics to enhance this social aspect further. When we adopt a more holistic view of business in society, it not only increases the potential for transformation — it also puts positive pressure on corporate leaders to do more than just turn a profit.[21:49] - Your Culture Doesn’t Stop at the OfficeEmployees take cultures homeWe often think about workplace cultures ending outside the workplace. But research shows that your employees take your workplace culture home with them — and, more importantly, into their communities. Workplace environments significantly influence not only employees' professional growth but also their personal lives and community interactions. By fostering positive workplace cultures that emphasize listening and support, businesses can contribute to healthier societal dynamics, even reducing issues like marital stress and improving overall community well-being.[47:46] - The Dreaded Leadership CapWhat to do when your leaders reach their potentialNathan introduces us to the idea of 'leadership caps', suggesting that every leader has a limit to their capabilities. When team members reach this cap, they either leave or disengage, highlighting the need for ongoing growth and development in leadership to prevent stagnation and maintain team motivation. Basically, it means that you can’t simply assume leaders will keep growing and developing simply by doing their jobs.As Nathan says: "If you don't have structures for you to get served that stu