People Are the Point: Jenni Catron on Why Your Culture Matters

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In this episode of A Hire Purpose Podcast, Brett and Sarah sit down with author, speaker, and culture expert Jenni Catron to talk about her journey from working in the Christian music industry to leading churches and launching her own company, The Foresight Group. Jenni shares how a corporate merger opened her eyes to the power of organizational culture—and why it’s not just about mission statements or free pizza. We unpack themes from her new book Culture Matters, including how young leaders can influence culture from any seat, how to discern when it’s time to leave an organization, and why leadership is sacred work.

Highlights:

• The moment Jenni realized “people are the point”
• Her unexpected path from record labels to church leadership
• How to assess company culture during interviews
• Tips for building a thriving culture team
• When staying in a toxic culture might do more harm than good 

Don’t miss this conversation—it could change the way you lead.