Ep 171: Naresh - Cultural Transformation to Boost Profits

This is episode #171 of EGN Leadership Conversations: The Untold Secrets of the C-Suite by Nick Jonsson, and we are pleased to have with us Naresh Makhijani, CEO of OTI, sharing his insights on Cultural Transformation to Boost Company Profits.

In this episode, Naresh takes us deep into the transformative world of organizational culture, explaining how leaders can unlock hidden potential within their workforce and drive both engagement and financial performance. He shares invaluable strategies and proven methodologies that help organizations move beyond surface-level initiatives to create meaningful, lasting change.

Naresh emphasizes that cultural transformation is no longer a “nice-to-have” but a critical differentiator in today’s volatile and competitive market. He explores how aligning company values with employee behavior not only boosts morale and loyalty but also leads directly to measurable business outcomes, such as increased productivity, enhanced customer satisfaction, and ultimately higher profitability.

Drawing on years of experience leading diverse teams across industries, Naresh provides real-world examples of companies that successfully reinvented their cultures to drive growth. He discusses the vital role of leadership in setting the tone for cultural change and explains how CEOs and senior executives can model desired behaviors to inspire their teams.

One key insight Naresh offers is the importance of purpose-driven leadership. He explains how connecting employees to a larger mission fosters innovation and collaboration, while breaking down silos that often stifle progress. By cultivating trust and psychological safety within teams, leaders can unleash creativity and empower employees to take ownership of organizational goals.

Whether you're an executive looking to revitalize your company culture or a manager eager to drive meaningful change within your team, this episode delivers actionable takeaways for leaders at all levels.

Tune in to learn how cultural transformation can create not only a stronger workforce but also a more profitable and resilient organization ready to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.

Contact Naresh to collaborate with him:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naresh-makhijani-41a5491/

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