Lana Green: Living and Leading with Intention

The Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast

In this episode of the Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast, Mark Jewell is joined by Lana Green, National Account Manager at Vive Crop Protection. Lana, a fellow North Carolinian originally from South Dakota, shares her approach to intentional living, both personally and professionally. From managing her time effectively to fostering professional development, Lana’s insights will inspire leaders to align their actions with their values. She also offers a glimpse into her role at Vive and how intentionality plays a crucial role in building strong teams and fostering growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Intentional Living Starts with Self-Care:
• For Lana, intentionality begins with self-care, emphasizing the importance of personal time management and maintaining a regular schedule. Only by taking care of herself can she show up as her best self in her professional role.
• Deliberate Choices Lead to Clarity and Focus:
• Lana explains that living intentionally means making conscious, deliberate choices that align with personal and organizational values. This clarity helps maintain a positive mindset and focus on achieving goals.
• Being Best in Class Requires Intentionality:
• Organizations aiming for "best in class" products and services must start by fostering best-in-class people. This requires individuals to prioritize intentional living to show up as their best selves in every role.
• The Value of Professional Development:
• Professional development is key to attracting and retaining talent. Lana stresses the importance of mentorship, personal growth, and offering opportunities for employees to grow both as individual contributors and as influencers within their organizations.
• Mentorship is a Non-Negotiable for Success:
• For Lana, mentorship is an essential part of her career journey. She maintains relationships with mentors at different levels (senior, peer, and external) to stay true to herself, receive valuable feedback, and navigate challenges effectively.
• Effective Time Management for Leaders:
• Lana reflects on the challenges of managing time in a world filled with constant data and distractions. She emphasizes the need to prioritize urgent and important tasks while being intentional about setting aside time for reflection and meaningful work.

Notable Quotes:

• “Being intentional means making deliberate choices to reflect on what’s most important, both personally and professionally.” – Lana Green
• “In order to be best in class, individuals need to make sure their intentionality is at a high level.” – Lana Green
• “Mentorship is a non-negotiable for me, both professionally and personally.” – Lana Green
• “Would you rather be rushed or busy? I’d rather be intentional with my time.” – Lana Green
• “Living intentionally is about being the same person in every room you enter.” – Lana Green

Practical Applications for Leaders:

1. Make Self-Care a Priority:

• Leaders should prioritize their physical, emotional, and mental well-being to show up as their best selves for their teams and organizations.

1. Implement Deliberate Time Management:

• Schedule time for reflection and ensure that your daily activities align with your values and priorities. Be mindful of the tasks that need immediate attention versus those that can be addressed later.

1. Foster Professional Development:

• Organizations should invest in mentorship programs and opportunities for growth to retain top talent and nurture leadership development.

1. Build a Strong Mentorship Network:

• Seek out mentors at various levels—senior, peer, and external—to gain a variety of perspectives and remain true to yourself while navigating challenges.

1. Focus on Consistency:

• Make sure that intentionality remains consistent in both professional and personal life, showing up the same way in every situation and maintaining a high level of authenticity.

Lana Green’s approach to intentional living emphasizes clarity, focus, and consistent effort in both personal and professional realms. As leaders, aligning our actions with our values and committing to self-care allows us to show up as our best selves and lead with purpose.

Leadership is a journey—let’s make it an intentional one.