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Arnie Malham, founder of CJ Advertising, shares insights on building a strong workplace culture and the power of reading for personal and professional growth. He introduces the Better Book Club, a program designed to foster learning within organisations, and highlights how leadership plays a crucial role in shaping a thriving work environment.

Arnie emphasises the importance of prioritising team development, empowering cultural champions, and celebrating milestones to create a lasting impact. Drawing from a decade of experience, he offers practical lessons on leadership, culture, and book recommendations for continuous growth.

Takeaways

  • Workplace culture reflects leadership and directly impacts employee satisfaction and performance.
  • Reading fosters personal and professional growth, supported by programs like the Better Book Club.
  • Strong company culture is built on core values, consistent actions, and leadership-driven growth.
  • Cultural programs thrive when led by internal champions rather than just HR or executives.
  • Celebrating milestones and company successes strengthens a positive work environment.
  • Arnie shares lessons from his 10-year business journey and recommends books on culture and leadership.

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Who is Arnie Malham

Arnie Malham is an award-winning CEO/founder, 8-figure entrepreneur and best-selling author who helps progressive leaders create engaging and sustainable organisational cultures.

With more than 20 years as a successful entrepreneur, Arnie has founded and sold multiple businesses, including his most recent sale of a prominent advertising firm, producing more than $60M in annual revenue. He has employed thousands of team members across three different companies and implemented simple yet effective methods to create remarkable and sustainable cultures.

Arnie is an international speaker who has spoken to more than 10,000 executives, CEOs, and entrepreneurs worldwide on the topic of culture and team member engagement and has also been featured in leading media such as CBS and Forbes. Arnie was awarded Most Admired CEO, ranked in Nashville’s Best Places to Work, and was an Ernst and Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” finalist.

Today, Arnie is the founder and CEO of BetterBookClub, where he helps companies, leaders, and individuals build a strong culture that attracts the best people and rewards those who seek personal growth within the organization.

What you’ll learn from Arnie Malham

01:10 Arnie’s Expertise in Workplace Culture
03:13 The Better Book Club
06:25 Arnie’s Background and Transition to Coaching
10:11 Target Audience and Pain Points
12:07 Arnie’s Background and Introduction
19:16 Arnie’s Businesses: CJ Advertising and Legal Intake Professionals
21:22 Creating a Strong Culture
25:46 Arnie’s Framework for Building a Great Culture
28:08 Leadership’s Role in Shaping Culture
28:46 Prioritising Growth and Development for a Strong Company Culture
30:00 The Role of Champions in Cultural Programs
36:23 The Importance of Onboarding and Checklists
41:10 Creating a Culture of Celebration and Milestones
45:20 Lessons Learned from Running a Company for 10 Years

 

 

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