The #1 reason good employees leave

And the leadership workshop that keeps them

Turn disengaged employees into your most committed team players.

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Here’s why your best employees go
…and how to make them stay

Workplace culture isn’t a perk. It’s a make-or-break force in your business. According to Gallup, over half of U.S. employees are psychologically disconnected from their work. The real reason they leave? It’s not money. It’s not benefits. It’s not even flexibility.

It’s mindset.

It's All About the Culture

Disengagement isn’t just a feeling. It’s the iceberg looming directly ahead of your ship. That disconnect drives burnout, turnover, and declining performance. Gallup’s research confirms what most business leaders feel but can't always articulate – culture isn't fluff. It's the foundation.

The kicker? Up to 70 percent of your team’s performance comes down to culture alone.

So if you’re focused on salaries, benefits, and breakroom perks but ignoring the deeper problem, your best employees may have one foot out the door. Our workshop is based on real success stories – empowering your people to reconnect with purpose, develop ownership thinking, and find pride in what they do.

This isn’t about surface perks. It’s about helping your people care again —and when they do, your business wins.

Are you ready to take your business to the next level?

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Why the Workshop Works

This leadership workshop isn’t about sitting through slides or vague ideas. You’ll get involved, challenge how you think, and walk away with tools you can use today.

You’ll know how to solve the real issues behind burnout, disengagement, and turnover.

Join us to shift mindsets, build pride in the work, and create a culture where people take ownership.

No matter which format you choose, you’ll leave with:

A stronger connection to your company’s mission
Clear tools to reach your personal and professional goals
A mindset that aligns leadership and the front line
Strategies that reduce turnover and lift morale
A shared language for purpose, growth, and accountability

About Ken

BESTSELLING AUTHOR / SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR / PHILANTHROPIST

Ken Rusk, WSJ bestselling author of Blue-Collar Cash, is a leading advocate for the blue-collar trades and a successful entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience. Known for his practical, no-nonsense approach, Ken helps businesses and individuals achieve success through actionable strategies that prioritize employee mindset, retention, and culture.

About John

ENTREPRENEUR / SPEAKER & HOST (...FUNNY GUY)

John Skomski is an entrepreneur & owner, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, speaker, and co-creator of this culture-shifting experience. He’s hosted over 100 podcast episodes and helped lead thousands through financial and identity transformation. Known for mixing wisdom with one-liners, John brings the clarity companies crave and the humor they didn’t know they needed.

M+ total business revenue

$M+ social media views since 2023

K+ email subscribers

K+ books sold

+ podcast interviews

Ken and John’s session lit a fire under me – simple ideas, powerfully delivered. Since then, I’ve created a vision board and reread Ken’s book with my daughter to pass on these inspiring principles.

Scott H.

Environmental General Manager

Transform your business with Ken Rusk & John Skomski Workplace Culture Leadership Workshop

Each leadership workshop is crafted to empower your team, engage frontline workers, and reignite a culture of ownership. Choose the level of depth and delivery that fits your goals.

View workshops, their times, and summaries of the deliverables* below.

The Five-Gallon Breakthrough:
Rethinking Culture, Work, and Meaning

5-Days

Inspired by Ken’s analogy of the five-gallon bucket mindset and emotional capacity.
Fully customized workshops designed for your company’s leadership team.
A deep dive into building a culture of excellence and strategic growth.
Tailored plans to address specific challenges and opportunities.

Mindset to Momentum:
Your 8-Hour Culture Reset

1-Day

Engaging Keynote & Q&A (1 Hour): Ken & John will captivate your team with actionable strategies for improving retention, mindset, and culture.
Interactive Team Workshops: Fun, practical sessions designed to engage and motivate employees of all levels.
Executive Lunch: A focused discussion with top company leaders to strategize next steps and foster leadership alignment.
50 Free Copies of Blue-Collar Cash: Every participant will leave with Ken’s bestselling book for continued learning.

The Digital Deep Dive:
Unlocking Culture from Anywhere

4-Hours

Live virtual keynote presentation and interactive training session with Ken & John.
Actionable strategies to boost team morale, improve retention, and reignite purpose-driven work.
Includes breakout exercises tailored to your business needs, ensuring every attendee is actively engaged.
Digital worksheets and planning tools to support ongoing implementation after the session.

The Tune-Up:
Rapid Culture Reset for Team Alignment

90-Minutes

Fast-paced, high-impact session designed to kickstart a culture reset within your organization.
Focus on reframing mindset, improving communication, and reinforcing company values.
Q&A segment with Ken and John to address your team’s unique challenges.
Perfect for companies looking for a quick, powerful boost in team alignment and energy.

Having Ken and John at our annual summit was a hit! After reading “Blue Collar Cash” three times, I knew we had to get them in front of our team. The way they connected with the group – especially around making real progress toward financial and life goals – was a game changer. I’ve even reached out to our local CTE program and encouraged them to make the book required reading. It’s that impactful.

Glenn B.

President, Baranko Companies