Tanner Antonick & Rusty Bevel: Fostering Trust & Building Cohesive Teams

The Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast

Join us in this insightful episode of the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast as we host Rusty and Tanner from Warner Seeds. Both seasoned professionals in their field, Rusty and Tanner delve into the essence of intentional leadership within the agribusiness industry, sharing their personal experiences and valuable insights into management strategies and team development.

In this episode, Rusty and Tanner discuss the importance of being intentional about goal-setting and prioritizing tasks that directly impact those goals. They explore methods to foster trust and build cohesive teams that work collaboratively towards shared objectives. Rusty and Tanner also highlight the significance of regular communication and the breaking down of silos to enhance organizational culture and efficiency. By reflecting on their past experiences, they emphasize the importance of patience, developing future leaders, and adjusting plans to integrate team strengths and perspectives.

Key Takeaways:

• Intentional Goal-Setting: Establish clear goals and prioritize tasks that directly impact achieving these goals, avoiding unnecessary busy work.
• Building Trust: Foster a culture of trust within the organization by setting a clear vision, and involving team members in the goal-setting process.
• Communication Cadence: Regularly scheduled meetings and informal interactions can help break down departmental silos, leading to better collaboration and understanding of mutual goals.
• Employee Alignment: Ensure all employees are aligned with the vision of the company. Creating buy-in is crucial for motivating employees to go the extra mile.
• Leadership Patience: Developing talent takes time; leaders should provide a supportive environment that allows for learning and growth, balancing guidance with autonomy.

Notable Quotes:

1. “When I wake up in the morning, what am I going to do to make sure I'm furthering the goals and achieving the goals set in front of me by leadership?” – Tanner
2. “You're always selling. So I'm selling my employees on my vision. I'm selling my leaders on my vision.” – Rusty
3. “If I've got this relationship with my key managers and they have that relationship with their guys, they should see these things coming.” – Rusty
4. “When we were able to form these relationships and we were in a bind… they were more willing to help.” – Tanner
5. “What he said to me was really unique… ‘those unpaid hours, they're tough. I don't enjoy it, I'm not having fun. And I no longer see what the future is. It's time for me to go.’” – Tanner

Stay tuned for more insightful episodes from the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast, where we continue to explore dynamic leadership strategies that empower you to lead with intention and achieve great results in the agribusiness sector.