The Imperfect Cafe

03: We Before Me

March 15, 2024 Darryl Stickel
03: We Before Me
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The Imperfect Cafe
03: We Before Me
Mar 15, 2024
Darryl Stickel

Kyle McDowell is a former corporate executive of three Fortune 10 firms turned bestselling author, speaker, and leadership expert. For nearly three decades, McDowell amassed an impressive track record of delivering great business results while leading tens of thousands of employees at some of America’s largest corporations, including United Health Group, CVS Health, Maximus, and Bank of America.

In his book, Begin With WE, Kyle shares ten guiding principles needed to build and sustain a culture of excellence. The 10 WEs establish a common framework and cultural currency that has the same value, whether used by the new intern or the most seasoned executive.

In this episode, Darryl and Kyle discuss some of the 10 WEs and how they relate to building trust, personal growth, the need for effective leaders, and how we can all own and learn from our mistakes.

Contact Kyle:
Website: kylemcdowellinc.com
LinkedIn: Kyle McDowell
Instagram: @kylemcdowellinc

Pre Interview conversation {00:00:00)
Interview (00:04:37)
Post interview conversation {00:43:30}

The Imperfect Cafe

Thank you for tuning in to another insightful episode of the Imperfect Cafe brough to you by Darryl Stickel at Trust Unlimited, where we explore the dynamics of trust in today's multifaceted landscape.

For more thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and practical tips on navigating the intricacies of trust, visit our website at www.trustunlimited.com
Or visit and follow Darryl or Eric on LinkedIn to keep up to date on our services and events focused on Building Trust and deepening relationships.

Remember to subscribe, rate, and review our podcast on your favorite platform to help us reach more listeners like you.

Stay tuned for our next episode as we continue our journey towards understanding and fostering trust in an ever-evolving world. Until next time, trust wisely, trust boldly, trust unlimited.

Show Notes

Kyle McDowell is a former corporate executive of three Fortune 10 firms turned bestselling author, speaker, and leadership expert. For nearly three decades, McDowell amassed an impressive track record of delivering great business results while leading tens of thousands of employees at some of America’s largest corporations, including United Health Group, CVS Health, Maximus, and Bank of America.

In his book, Begin With WE, Kyle shares ten guiding principles needed to build and sustain a culture of excellence. The 10 WEs establish a common framework and cultural currency that has the same value, whether used by the new intern or the most seasoned executive.

In this episode, Darryl and Kyle discuss some of the 10 WEs and how they relate to building trust, personal growth, the need for effective leaders, and how we can all own and learn from our mistakes.

Contact Kyle:
Website: kylemcdowellinc.com
LinkedIn: Kyle McDowell
Instagram: @kylemcdowellinc

Pre Interview conversation {00:00:00)
Interview (00:04:37)
Post interview conversation {00:43:30}

The Imperfect Cafe

Thank you for tuning in to another insightful episode of the Imperfect Cafe brough to you by Darryl Stickel at Trust Unlimited, where we explore the dynamics of trust in today's multifaceted landscape.

For more thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and practical tips on navigating the intricacies of trust, visit our website at www.trustunlimited.com
Or visit and follow Darryl or Eric on LinkedIn to keep up to date on our services and events focused on Building Trust and deepening relationships.

Remember to subscribe, rate, and review our podcast on your favorite platform to help us reach more listeners like you.

Stay tuned for our next episode as we continue our journey towards understanding and fostering trust in an ever-evolving world. Until next time, trust wisely, trust boldly, trust unlimited.