Episode 146 - Mike Henke on Building a Workplace Where People Thrive

About this episode

Mike Henke discusses building a thriving workplace through culture, engagement, and leadership.

In this episode of the 17 County Podcast, we sit down with leadership speaker and business consultant Mike Henke to discuss what it takes to build a workplace where people thrive. Mike shares insights on company culture, employee engagement, leadership, and retention, along with practical strategies that organizations of any size can use to create stronger teams and better employee experiences. We also explore what truly motivates people at work, why culture matters, and how leaders can turn everyday interactions into opportunities to build trust, loyalty, and performance. Whether you're a business owner, manager, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways for creating a workplace where people want to stay, grow, and succeed.

People in this episode

Host: York County Development Corporation

Guest: Mike Henke

Topics covered

• workplace culture
• employee engagement
• leadership
• retention
• team building

Keywords

• workplace
• employee experience
• company culture
• leadership strategies
• trust
• loyalty
• performance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: York County Development Corporation

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