#17: Mory Fontanez, 822 Group Founder & CEO—Tame the Chaos With a Higher Purpose

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In any organization, there’s always some kind of chaos. It’s just the way of the world. But leaders don’t just face chaos. They’re defined by how they handle it.  And that’s why we’re thrilled to have today’s guest, Mory Fontanez. She's the founder of 822 Group, a consultancy which is helping companies and leaders reconnect with their higher purpose to grow their businesses. Now, if you’re the type who hears that and thinks it sounds a little woo-woo … well … just hang on. Mory actually shares a lot of hard evidence showing that companies and leaders without a higher sense of purpose experience lower productivity, higher turnover, and burnout. But here’s the good news: leaders and companies who actually dig in and connect with a bigger set of values and purpose have a huge advantage. They’re more confident, more clear, and more satisfied at work. And no matter what kind of chaos or crisis they face, they’re ready. So listen in and discover for yourself how you can tame the chaos with a higher purpose.  You’ll also learn: Two incredible benefits to creating a clear company purpose (one is pretty surprising) The #1 mistake companies make when they try to create a list of values How to let go of your need for self-validation, and why it’s crucial for leaders Two practical steps you can use this week to handle conflict at work Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go  Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.