The Importance of Protecting Your Time with Ryan Risdal

The Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast

Ryan Risdal is a leader in the agribusiness industry and currently serves as President at ProAgrica, a global provider of data-driven solutions for the agriculture sector. With over 20 years of experience, Ryan has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the industry.

Summary:

Ryan Risdal, President of ProAgrica, shares his insights on intentional leadership in the agribusiness industry. He emphasizes the importance of being present and building trust with your team. Ryan discusses the challenges of talent retention and the need for employees to be emotionally connected to the business. He also highlights the significance of clear communication and setting expectations to create a strong company culture. Ryan shares his strategies for managing time effectively and maintaining energy throughout the day.

Key Takeaways:

• Being intentional as a leader means being present and showing genuine care and interest in your team.
• Emotional connection is crucial for talent retention in the agribusiness industry.
• Building trust and respect with your team is essential for creating a positive company culture.
• Clear communication and setting expectations are key to achieving success and maintaining a strong team.
• Protecting your time and being intentional about where you allocate your energy is crucial for productivity and leadership effectiveness.

Quotes:

• "Culture trumps strategy every time."
• "If people trust you, they will go along for the ride."
• "You have to be strong, but you've got to be vulnerable at the same time."
• "Help me understand are some of the most powerful words I've ever used."
• "The biggest win for me is seeing the results."
• "The base hits are the biggest wins for me."
• "If you're not focused on your people, you're going to stay in the same place."
• "Being intentional means keeping the curiosity alive and staying open to learning."
• "Read and listen to as much as you can. Always be ingesting information."