The Dream Dividend

Season 2, Episode 8 - The Currency of Trust

The Currency of Trust Trust isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation that determines whether your ERP implementation succeeds or fails, whether your team stays engaged or checks out, and whether transformation actually sticks. In this episode, KP explores why trust functions as the true currency in business relationships, from the consulting room to the locker room. Drawing from over 20 years of ERP implementations and his experience as a Certified Dream Manager, he breaks down what builds trust, what destroys it, and why so many organizations unknowingly bankrupt their trust accounts before major initiatives even begin. Whether you’re leading a technology transformation, managing a team, or trying to create meaningful change in any organization, understanding the economics of trust will change how you approach every conversation. ----- **Key Topics:** • Building trust during ERP implementations • Change management and employee engagement • Why technology projects fail (and it’s not the technology) • Leadership lessons from coaching and consulting • The Dream Manager approach to organizational transformation ----- **About The Dream Dividend** The Dream Dividend explores the intersection of business systems, human engagement, and the transformative power of helping people achieve their dreams. Hosted by KP, Director of Professional Services & Customer Success and Certified Dream Manager, each episode examines why technical excellence alone isn’t enough—and what actually drives lasting organizational change. 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes on leadership, ERP consulting, and human-centered business transformation. ----- #ERPImplementation #ChangeManagement #Leadership #DreamManager #BusinessTransformation #EmployeeEngagement #Acumatica #ConsultingLife #TrustInBusiness #OrganizationalChange #CustomerSuccess #ProfessionalServices #TheDreamDividend #LeadershipDevelopment #DigitalTransformation #BusinessConsulting #TeamBuilding #WorkplaceCulture #TransformationalLeadership

Special Holiday Episode - The Season Of Dreams

Season 2, Episode 7 - The Last First Day

The Last First Day: How the Dream Economy Redefines Success In this episode of The Dream Dividend, host Kevin Patrick explores the concept of 'The Last First Day,' sharing stories of individuals who transitioned from traditional employment to pursuing their own dreams. Featuring Sarah, an architect who turned her expertise into a profitable business, Marcus, a history teacher who transformed education through an online platform, and the community of Remote Village that revived a dead mall into a collective economy, the episode emphasizes the shift from asking 'Who will pay me?' to 'What value can I create?' It encourages listeners to start creating value today, illustrating that the revolution begins with a single decision. 00:00 Introduction: The Dream Dividend 00:58 Sarah's Story: From Employee to Entrepreneur 05:34 Marcus's Journey: Revolutionizing Education 09:57 Remote Village: A New Economic Ecosystem 14:39 Connecting the Dots: The Dream Economy 17:00 Conclusion: Your Last First Day

Season 2: Episode 6 - Operations That Run on Purpose

Season 2; Episode 3 - Winning Beyond the Game - A Coaches Perspective

Season 2, Episode 5: "HR Platforms Built on Potential, Not Performance

Season 2: Episode 4: The Gratitude Multiplier — Why Thanksgiving and Dream Management Share the Same DNA

Kevin Patrick discusses the transformative power of gratitude, particularly during Thanksgiving, and its potential to impact organizations through the Dream Manager program. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and supporting employees' dreams, fostering a culture of abundance, and creating a sense of belonging. The episode explores practical steps for organizations to implement these principles and the long-term benefits of investing in employees' aspirations.
Takeaways
Gratitude can transform organizations by revealing what matters.
Thanksgiving serves as a moment of reflection and gratitude.
The Dream Manager program connects gratitude to aspiration and action.
Understanding employees' dreams benefits organizations.
Abundance thinking fosters a culture of investment in dreams.
Structured pauses help reflect on what truly matters.
Investing in dreams creates a culture of belonging and engagement.
Addressing objections to investing in employees' dreams is crucial.
Treating employees as whole people supports their dreams.
Storytelling shapes organizational culture positively.
Sound bites
Gratitude reveals what truly matters.
Thanksgiving is a moment of reflection.
Dream Manager connects gratitude to action.
Understanding dreams benefits organizations.
Abundance thinking fosters investment.
Structured pauses reflect true values.
Investing in dreams creates belonging.
Address objections to dream investment.
Treat employees as whole people.
Storytelling shapes culture positively.
 
Chapters
 
00:00:00 Introduction to Gratitude and Thanksgiving
00:02:00 The Role of Gratitude in Organizations
00:04:00 Dream Manager Program Overview
00:06:00 Connecting Gratitude to Employee Dreams
00:08:00 Abundance Thinking and Investment
00:10:00 Structured Pauses and Reflection
00:12:00 Compounding Effect of Dream Investment
00:14:00 Addressing Skepticism and Objections
00:16:00 Practical Steps for Organizations
00:18:00 Conclusion and Call to Action
 

Season 2, Episode 2: Financial Systems That See People, Not Just Numbers

Keywords
financial systems, employee engagement, Dream Manager, compensation strategies, turnover costs, SMBs, budgeting, human resources, employee development, business growth
Summary
In this episode of the Dream Dividend, Kevin Patrick discusses the importance of rethinking financial perspectives on employees and how treating them as assets rather than expenses can lead to significant business benefits. He shares a compelling case study of a distribution company that implemented the Dream Manager program, which focuses on helping employees achieve their personal dreams. This approach not only reduced turnover costs but also transformed the company's compensation strategies and overall financial planning. The episode emphasizes the need for small to mid-sized businesses to invest in their people to maximize returns and create a more engaged workforce.
Takeaways
Most SMBs have their financial thinking completely backwards.Employees should be treated as assets to be developed.The Dream Manager program can significantly reduce turnover costs.Investing in employee dreams leads to higher engagement and productivity.Traditional compensation strategies do not drive retention.Budgeting should prioritize people development over cost minimization.Every dollar invested in employee dreams returns substantial value.CFOs should track metrics that reflect employee engagement and retention.Investing in people creates a better workplace culture.Calculating turnover costs reveals the true expense of disengagement.
Titles
Transforming Financial Perspectives on EmployeesThe Power of the Dream Manager Program
Sound bites
"You can't afford not to do this.""Calculate what turnover costs you.""People stay because they feel valued."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Human Systems Integration00:54 Rethinking Financial Perspectives on Employees05:46 The Dream Manager Case Study Begins09:11 Transforming Employee Engagement Through Dreams16:21 Shifting Compensation Philosophy23:08 Investing in Employee Development28:00 Redefining Budgeting for People36:03 Aligning Financial Systems with Employee Growth37:35 Conclusion and Next Steps

Season 1 - Episode 10 - The Questions that Will Define your Legacy

Season 1: Episode 9 - The Future of Work: A Vision Worth Building

In this episode of The Dream Dividend, Kevin Patrick explores the broken state of traditional workplace management and introduces a transformative vision for the future of work. He discusses the concept of the 'dream dividend,' which posits that investing in employees' personal dreams can lead to greater engagement, innovation, and profitability. The conversation emphasizes the need for businesses to reimagine their role in society, focusing on human potential and community impact rather than solely on profit. Patrick invites listeners to consider whether the conventional wisdom of business practices is truly effective and encourages them to explore new ways of fostering employee development and fulfillment.TakeawaysThe traditional workplace is broken, with low employee engagement.Investing in employee dreams can unlock greater productivity.Trinity One's mission is to integrate human development with business transformation.The dream dividend can lead to exponential returns for businesses.Companies that support employee dreams can attract top talent.Individual transformations can create community-wide impacts.The future of work may prioritize human flourishing over profit.Conventional business wisdom may be outdated and ineffective.The dream dividend challenges the shareholder primacy doctrine.Every business has the potential to be in the dream business.TitlesReimagining the Future of WorkThe Dream Dividend: A New Business ParadigmSound bites"Employee engagement has been hovering around 30%.""The future isn't guaranteed, but it's possible."