Our Story
Our Beginnings
Leveraging my journey with 'The Jar,' involving 321 interviews in 96 cities, and my more than 25 years of global executive leadership 'The Jar Works' is focused on enhancing employee engagement within organizations.
It forges unique methodologies developed from my background, facilitating deeper empathy and resilience among teams. In a corporate world increasingly valuing genuine engagement over traditional training, 'The Jar Works' offers a novel solution to meet this evolving demand. Positioned in a robust market, it presents a fresh approach to cultivating dynamic, empathetic workplace cultures, with significant potential for impact for your leadership teams and their staff.
Our Philosophy
Imagine a workplace where empathy and resilience are not just encouraged but embedded in the culture. I’m Ken Stearns, and with over 25 years of leadership experience, I've founded The Jar Works. Building on the success of The Jar—300+ interviews across 90+ cities—this new venture aims to revolutionize employee engagement in organizations. It employs innovative methods drawn from my leadership experience, fostering meaningful connections and robust team dynamics. In a corporate landscape that increasingly prioritizes authentic engagement, The Jar Works emerges as a timely solution, poised for substantial impact and scalability.
Our Services
'The Jar Works' offers a unique 2-hour workshop, "Jar Talks - Building Trust and Connection in the Workplace," inspired by 'The Jar Podcast.' This innovative program is designed to enhance team dynamics by building trust, fostering understanding, and appreciating individuality. It is a proven solution for cultivating a supportive, empathetic work environment, leading to:
- Enhanced team cohesion and communication.
- Increased job satisfaction and reduced stress among employees.
- Improved leadership insights and conflict resolution strategies.
- Significant ROI through improved productivity, talent retention, and a positive corporate culture.