In this episode of “How Leaders Think,” Kenny Lange sits down with Adam Steck, Chief Servant Officer of Southwest Steel Buildings, to talk about leadership development, lean culture, and building people instead of just building products. Adam shares how Toyota lean principles transformed the way his company empowers employees, develops leaders, and creates long-term culture.

This conversation explores why great leadership starts with humility, why culture matters more than skillset, and how leaders can better serve their teams by getting out of the office and onto the “shop floor.” If you’re a business owner, team leader, or entrepreneur trying to build a healthier company culture, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and honest insights.

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Resources:

Adam Steck LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsteck/

Website: https://www.southwest-metal.com/

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