If your daily stand-up is just a status update, you’re missing the point.
Because in food leadership, the way you use those 15 minutes reveals everything about how your culture works—or doesn’t.
👀 What You’re Really Communicating
Most leaders don’t realize it, but rhythms shape reality.
When your team shows up every day to “report out,” here’s what they’re learning:
- Speak fast, don’t ask questions
- We’re here to perform, not connect
- Leadership = efficiency, not support
That might not b...
A reflection from Tia Glave, Catalyst Food Leaders
I didn’t have to unlearn control—I never led that way.
My childhood friends would tell you I’ve always had a flair for connecting with others and appreciating their uniqueness. I am genuinely curious about people. I strived to create an environment where each person can show up as themselves - even if it’s on the playground.
In my career, I leaned into this strength. I knew that teams work best when they feel connected, and I saw myself as ...
You’ve said it. We’ve all said it:
"We just need people to take more ownership."
But what if your leadership habits are unintentionally training people not to?
The Control Trap
In high-pressure environments like food manufacturing and production, it’s easy for leaders to default to control. We manage tasks, make decisions quickly, and expect people to follow through.
And it works—until it doesn’t.
Because control creates compliance, not commitment. And cultures built on compliance don’t gr...
