Podcasts about proven chaos

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Jerry Macnamara, CEO and Founder of Proven Chaos. Jerry grew up just outside of Philadelphia and his entrepreneurial spirit wasn't directly influenced by his parents but rather by his high school soccer coach. Inspired by his frustration as a senior leader making others rich with his decisions, he decided to start his own ventures. His first business, an internet company selling customized soccer uniforms, was born out of his desire to control his destiny and reap the rewards of his hard work.Jerry's approach to business focuses on solving significant problems for customers and creating environments where employees are clear on their roles, challenged, and supported. His leadership philosophy exemplifies his success in leading a high-growth construction company, taking it from $7 million to $30 million while maintaining a positive workplace culture. Jerry's ultimate mission is to positively impact five million people through better business practices and his dedication to both his professional and personal life underscores his belief in aligning one's actions with their values to lead a fulfilling life.Prepare to be inspired by Jerry's exciting journey of leadership and entrepreneurial triumph in this can't-miss episode of The First Customer!Guest Info:Proven Chaoshttp://ProvenChaos.comJerry Macnamara's LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrymacnamara/Connect with Jay on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jayaigner/The First Customer Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@thefirstcustomerpodcastThe First Customer podcast websitehttps://www.firstcustomerpodcast.comFollow The First Customer on LinkedInhttp://www.linkedin.com/company/the-first-customer-podcast/

In this episode of Million Dollar Flip Flops, Rodric talks to Founder and CEO of Proven Chaos, Jerry Macnamara. Jerry helps CEO's scale without stress and high growth companies create alignment in their vision, values and actions.Together, Rodric and Jerry talk about the concept of proven chaos, how to foster sustainable success through balance and the ‘Four C's' of success. They also discuss Jerry's mission to positively impact 5 million people in the next three years.What You Will Learn In This Episode:The Four C's that unlock peak performance and employee engagementHow integrators can help entrepreneurs level up their operationsThe importance of purpose and vision in creating long term fullfillment as well as productivity and wider success.Jerry's rollercoaster ride from high growth success and 100 hour work weeks, to balance and fullfillment.Quotes:"Stress doesn't make good decisions. And so we've got to get ourselves back to a place of center not only so that we have a successful business, but we also have a responsibility to do that for our employees, for our customers, for ourselves and our families."Jerry MacnamaraGuest links:Proven ChaosJerry's LinkedInResources:Million Dollar Flip FlopsFollow Us on InstaIf you aren't 100% confident what your ‘next right move' is in your business…I may have a tool that can help. Take the Entrepreneurial Journey Quiz and find out which stage you are in and which areas to focus on.Take the quiz now: https://milliondollarflipflops.com/quiz/

Jerry Macnamara has run five companies in five different industries across B2B and B2C. He loves drinking from the firehose of high-growth companies while making his way onto the Franchise 500, Inc 500, and Best Places to Work with a successful exit.

Entrepreneurs excel at launching new business ventures. As go-getters, they have the drive and follow through it takes to move great ideas from the idea stage to reality. But the entrepreneur's strengths are also their weaknesses, especially when it comes time to scale the business. The hardest thing for them to do? Let go of control. On this week's episode of Best Places to Lead. I sat down with Tyler Horsley, Founder and former CEO of Nuclear Networking. Nuclear Networking helped businesses improve their marketing to meet their revenue goals. As a Founder/CEO, Tyler had many insights about the growing pains that he went through as a Founder to earn his CEO seat. We discussed:

Entrepreneurs are well known for their resilience and ability to adapt to ever-changing markets. However, evolving from an initial business model to a more sustainable, scalable one often came with its unique set of challenges. One of the most difficult aspects of this transition was learning to trust and delegate rather than maintaining tight control over every aspect of the business.In this week's episode of our podcast, we were thrilled to have Nellie Akalp, the CEO behind CorpNet, who proved that it was possible to reinvent your business model successfully and come out stronger on the other side. As a seasoned entrepreneur, Nellie transitioned her company from a B2C model to a B2B model, steering her business towards new opportunities in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.We discussed:1️⃣ The importance of being aware of market dynamics and being willing to adapt to remain competitive.2️⃣ How to operate at your highest potential for greater efficiency and personal satisfaction.3️⃣ The 'Three Pillars of Success' that guided Nellie's business: customer success, employee engagement, and a sustainable business model.Connect with Nellie:On her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nellieakalp/On her Company: https://www.corpnet.com/

Many business owners have overlooked the importance of creating value for people, often focusing on transactional relationships rather than transformative ones. However, investing time, energy, and resources to provide value to our people not only builds a positive reputation but also fosters meaningful relationships and strong connections.In this episode of Best Places to Lead, we dove into the mind of such a leader - Thomas Brainsky, the CEO behind Elite Operations, Bonifate, and ProfitMax. Reflecting on his own experiences, Thomas shared the wisdom he wishes he had known 20 years ago and the valuable lessons he has learned along the way.In this episode, we discussed:• How Thomas rebuilt trust in the aftermath of a company-shattering incident.• The transformative power of humility, vulnerability, and hyper-transparency in fostering strong relationships with employees.• The complexities and considerations of organic growth versus buy and build strategies.If you were seeking guidance on leadership, transparency, and navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, this episode was a must-watch.Connect with Thomas:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-brainsky-2453152/

Often, the road to success is dotted with unexpected twists and turns. Conquering adversity and navigating the choppy waters of the business world are feats that Kara Smith Brown, Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of LeadCoverage, knows all too well. With a track record of spearheading her own venture, Kara has remarkably transformed her challenges into stepping stones toward success. Drawing on her deep-rooted experience in sales, she has assembled a skilled team in a post-pandemic world, extending LeadCoverage's influence as a trusted name in the field.On this Best Places to Lead episode, I sit down with Kara to unpack her journey. Kara's path as an influential entrepreneur illustrates her resilient spirit and dedication to fostering female leadership in sales.In this episode, we discussed:  1. How Kara thrived amidst the trials of the "great resignation" period, building a high-performing team in a changing world. 2. Her time in the EO Harvard program and how her experiences there helped shape her approach to leadership.3. Fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity in the post-pandemic era.If you're eager to explore how to transform hardships into fuel for success, or if you're seeking insights into the unique challenges and rewards of entrepreneurial leadership, this week's episode is a must-watch. Connect with Kara:On her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karasmithbrown/On her Company Website: https://leadcoverage.com/company/

The line between competitors and customers is often quite distinct, yet Dave Walens, CEO of Exploring Digital, has managed to blur this boundary, turning his rivals into his clients. With roots in the trade show industry, Dave has taken a visionary leap through acquisition. After purchasing Brumark, a flooring solutions company, David set out to expand the business to include other related industries, such as fabrication and graphics. Now, his company provides clients with an array of design solutions for their needs.On Best Places to Lead, I'll sit down with Dave to dive into his fascinating journey from starting his own design-build firm in the '80s to acquiring a flooring company and subsequently expanding it into an industry-leading brand. His foresight demonstrates his prowess as a seasoned entrepreneur and forward-thinker.In this episode, we'll discuss:

Have you ever heard someone describe themself as “an idea person”? If you haven't, you likely know at least one person who is always pitching their friends a new, million-dollar idea. What sets the ideal person apart from the entrepreneur though, is execution. Entrepreneurs don't just have great ideas; they also commit to and follow through on an idea that ultimately, becomes a business. On this week's episode of Best Places to Lead, I sit down with Don Henig, co-founder of AccrueMe. A fintech company that invests in Amazon sellers to help them scale their business, AccrueMe is a project that brought Don out of a well-earned retirement. With a diverse career in finance and entertainment, Don is a fountain of wisdom about how to stop stalling and get started with your first– or fifth!– business. Tune in to hear us discuss: 

Entrepreneurs don't set out to start companies that recreate the conditions they want to escape. Yet too often, leaders forget that starting your own business also means creating the kind of company you want to work for. But if what you left is all you know, it can be hard to see the choice points to help get you there. So how do you avoid only looking in the metaphorical rearview mirror at the past and what didn't work and focus on the future out the windshield?On this week's Best Places to Lead, I sit down with Donnie Boivin, CEO of Success Champion Networking and Founder of Badass Business Summit, to discuss how nearly losing everything set him on a path to help others network smarter, not harder. A Marine Corps Veteran with over 20 years of experience in sales, Donnie knows the importance of silencing the worries in order to focus on achieving your goal. Tune in to this week's episode to hear us discuss:  1. Envisioning the business you want to build and aligning your ways of working to support it. 2. Taking accountability to focus on solutions, not what-ifs. 3. Getting your team to see that when the company wins, they all win.Listen now for an inspiring discussion on building your dream business, taking accountability, and creating a winning team.Connect with Donnie:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/

Naked Marketing Podcast with Guest, Jerry Macnamara Jerry Macnamera is the founder of Proven Chaos, which aims to help CEOs have fun while creating a compelling company that constantly outperforms. Jerry says that many C-level executives often forget that managing a business needs to be fun. In fact, most people in managerial positions tend to... continue reading »

Every company needs high-achievers who execute and drive results for the team. But some people make shit happen, and others just can't get to the finish line.That's why I'm excited to share my proven execution framework with you, centered around what I call the "5 T's" of execution. With this framework, you'll be able to understand, diagnose, and take corrective action on how to cultivate ownership inside your organization. As a CEO who has led five companies in five industries to high growth, been featured in Franchise 500 and Inc 500, and earned Best Places to Work, I've discovered the secrets to building a compelling company while creating a great place to work.In this week's episode, you'll learn how to drive exceptional results and achieve your goals with my proven 5 T's framework. We'll cover: 1. Discovering the indispensable "T's" and why they're critical in execution. 2. Optimizing your time management to get the most out of your day. 3. Driving accountability and exploding performance through clarity.If you want to have a fast-growing company and take your execution to the next level, you'll want to check this episode!Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Most people don't set out to start a business with the intention of selling it. Even leaders of small businesses that grow into million-dollar enterprises don't start every new day looking for a buyer. But sometimes, you have to know when to let go and start on a new adventure. This week, I'll sit down with Dave Molenda, Founder of Positive Polarity, who made the tough choice to do just that. After starting and leading his own company for almost 30 years, he made a choice to walk away due to a difference in vision with his business partner. For David, the choice was easy because he was ready to take a step towards the new goal he had in mind after achieving success. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, we'll discuss:  1. How to navigate the emotional aspects of going through a buyout.  2. The importance of investing in people to strengthen your organization and the industry. 3. Recent trends in what leaders are looking for in their own professional development. If you're on the cusp of a big career pivot and want to learn how to trust your instincts, listen to this episode!Connect with Dave:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmolenda/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Just because you're a leader, doesn't mean you need to do everything. It also doesn't even mean you're necessarily good at everything. True leadership is possible when you recognize where to use your energy is best spent to help your organization achieve success. But when you're so used to doing it all to make it to the top, knowing how to let go and get back to basics can be harder than you think. This week, I'll sit down with Tyler Pigott, founder and CEO of Lone Fir Creative. Lone Fir Creative helps B2B companies with more than just HubSpot support; they also help companies tell their story in a way that harnesses HubSpot's many resources. Unsurprisingly, in both his personal and professional lives, Tyler is adept at stripping away the excess to get at the problem needing a solution. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, we'll discuss:  1. How to stay in your sweet spot and avoid the high achiever's trap 2. The importance of asking questions to identify the problem the product tries to solve 3. Getting back to basics and simplifying does not mean “dumbing” it downIf you're feeling overwhelmed and like your attention is being pulled in a million directions, listen to this episode!Connect with Tyler:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerpigott/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Sometimes, business moves so fast that it can feel like the worst thing you could do is pause. And sometimes, circumstances beyond your control force you to halt all business and reassess. While your first instinct may be to either push through doing what you've always done or close shop forever, those are rarely your only options. But how do you figure out what those other options are? Moreover, how do you know which one is the right one for the business, especially when there's limited information available?This week, I'll be speaking with Matt Kleinrock, CEO of Rockway Exhibits + Events, about pulling his business through the COVID pandemic to come out better than ever on the other side. Rockway Exhibits + Events is a wholly event-based company helping organizations design bold customer experiences for their next tradeshow. With halt to in-person events, they had to adapt and downsize to stay afloat. During this week's episode, we'll discuss: 

Episode #298:  Learn why the Leadership Gap is a massive problem in business, and why leaders should authentically and consistently show up for their people.Bio:For twenty-five years, Jerry Macnamara's fearlessly positive approach to business led to massive success. He's led five companies in five different industries in B2B and B2C and in both products and services. His companies have been recognized as Franchise 500 (2x), Inc Fastest Growing (2x), Business Journal Fast 50 (3x), and Trend Magazine Best Places to Work. Individually, he has been selected as Business Journal's Ultimate CEO and Business Journal's 40 under 40. Jerry runs Proven Chaos - a company driven to help CEOs create compelling companies that outperform… and still make it home for dinner. Jerry's mission: positively impact 5MM people in 5 years through better business.Jerry is an award-winning CEO who advises high-growth leadership teams.Jerry is passionate about using leadership as a force for good. He is on a mission to positively impact 5MM people in the next 5 years through better business.Contact Jerry:Website: https://provenchaos.com Podcast: https://bestplacestolead.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrymacnamaraFacebook Personal: https://www.facebook.com/macnamaraFacebook Business:https://www.facebook.com/ProvenChaoscom-100852138117148

Do you ever find yourself struggling to make decisions in your business? Whether it's choosing which project to pursue or deciding on the best way to allocate your resources, decision-making can be a challenging process. But it doesn't have to be that way. In our upcoming episode of the Best Places to Lead Show, I'll be sharing my top tips for implementing a decision-making process that really works.In this week's episode, I'll walk you through the steps you need to take to make well-informed decisions that can move your company forward and create a process that helps you stay focused, confident, and in control even when faced with difficult choices.During the show, I covered the following topics:  • How to weigh short-term vs. long-term benefits while staying aligned with your business goals and values  • Key steps to follow to ensure your process is transparent, inclusive, and effective.  • Best practices for communicating the decision in a clear and empathetic manner.Whether you're facing a major strategic decision, navigating a crisis, or simply looking to improve your everyday decision-making processes, listen to this! Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

There are many hats that a CEO has to wear, including coach, mediator, problem-solver, to name only three. It can be overwhelming to juggle so many competing priorities and needs, especially when first launching your business. As your company grows, it only gets more challenging. But there is a tool every CEO should have in their toolbox that cuts through the noise and gets to the root cause sooner, so you can act faster: frameworks for decision-making and process consistency.This week is a solo episode with me, your host, Jerry Macnamara. We'll be talking about the core frameworks I use to run Proven Chaos, through which I provide business coaching to CEO's that helps them keep their promises to customers, vendors, and most importantly, their employees. Before Proven Chaos, I was a leader struggling with high stress, 100-hour work weeks, and nights sleeping on the couch in my office instead of at home with my family. Then I implemented frameworks that brought calm to the chaos. In this episode, we'll cover:   

You've heard me say this many times: no one shows up to work thinking, “I want to suck today.” As we know, underperformance is usually a symptom of a larger issue, such as a lack of time or training. It's also true that sometimes, the type of work is emotionally draining, and it's our responsibility as leaders to provide the tools and knowledge to help our teams avoid burning out. But what does that look like in one of the saddest industries out there: the funeral industry?This week, I'm sitting down with Hamza Khan and Cameron Allahverdi of GetUrns.com. The funeral urn business is a family one for Hamza, whose grandfather started making urns in 1967; now, Hamza and his father run Love Urns, LLC as a wholesale distributor to funeral homes. Cameron is a fulfillment guru, who happened to pick up an after-hours phone call from Hamza one night, who was seeking assistance with timely delivery. The rest is history in the making. Now, GetUrns.com brings stylish urns directly to the consumer and is ranked 528 on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, I'll be talking with Hamza and Cameron about:

Most of us are subject matter experts in something. For some of us, it's sales, for others, it's a specific formula for a cleaning agent, and for others still, it's understanding a process so well that the consultation and public speaking requests keep pouring in. When we move into leadership roles though, we rarely need to call on that expertise directly.But sometimes, we're lucky enough that the business we lead is exactly in the thing we're incredibly talented at. So how can we avoid getting stuck in the rut of our own expertise to see the big picture and scale the company? I'll be sitting down with William Harris, Founder and CEO of Elumynt, an e-commerce marketing agency, and the head of marketing for Sellbrite, a SaaS company that focuses on multichannel e-commerce growth and management. (And yes, for those of you wondering, it's pronounced: “element.”) William is a problem-solver who, after years of helping others resolve smaller issues, was hungry for larger, more complex problems. After deciding to focus on the problems he was really passionate about, he brought on a partner and, in March 2020 hired his first employee. Elumynt's growth has since continued, and so have William's insights. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, I'll be talking with William about: • Using your expertise to grow your own business instead of someone else's.• Shifting our view perspective on being busy to see it as an opportunity for process improvement. • Letting joy trickle down through every part of the business.Ensure not to miss the chance to learn from William Harris how to transform your idea into a prosperous business. Connect with William:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wmharris/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

We have many responsibilities as leaders. One of the most important responsibilities is keeping an eye on the financials. From monitoring project budgets to reviewing income statements, we know that everything in business comes with a cost, especially when the goal is to add value. Imagine what our organizations could achieve if every individual at every level was taught to think about the value they add and how it contributes to the bottom line. This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Herschberg, a professor at MIT, author of The Career Toolkit, and creator of the Brain Bump app, about why we should intentionally instruct our teams about the business. From tracking criminals and terrorists on the dark web to creating marketplaces and new authentication systems, Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s and in academia, with over a dozen patents to his name. He also helped to start MIT's Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program, dubbed their “career success accelerator.”On this episode of Best Places to Lead, I'll talk with our Mark about: - Everyday opportunities to upskill your entire organization. - Ways to get everyone thinking about the value they can generate. - Practical lessons from the tech world that apply in any industry.Don't miss this another insightful episode of the Best Places To Lead Show. Connect with Mark:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hershey/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Description: Join us for this episode of our podcast as we sit down with Jerry Macnamara, a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of business success. Over the course of his 25-year career, Jerry has led companies in multiple industries, from manufacturing and retail to internet businesses and construction. During our conversation, Jerry shares some of the key insights he's gained on mastering business growth, including his system for taking a franchise company from $5MM to $15MM in just 18 months. He also reveals the surprising truth about what really matters in business (hint: it's not the product or service). Jerry also touches on the importance of effective leadership and how to bridge the leadership gap that's threatening many businesses today. He introduces us to the Personal Pentagon framework and explains how it can unlock daily performance and help individuals achieve both personal and business goals. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, Jerry's wealth of experience and insights are sure to inspire and inform. Tune in now to learn how to take your business to the next level with Jerry Macnamara. To connect with Jerry, visit his website: http://provenchaos.com/ Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): ⁠https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd⁠ We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- ⁠https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd⁠ Venmo- ⁠https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4⁠ Buy Me a Coffee- ⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx⁠ Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: ⁠https://bit.ly/37AOgkp⁠ Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: ⁠https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online⁠ Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: ⁠https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p⁠ Follow our YouTube channel: ⁠https:⁠⁠//www.youtube.com/chL1357⁠ Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2023

Everyone wants to know what their Executive Leadership Team really thinks. And our Executive Leaders rarely have time to spend detailing the process behind every decision they make. But this week, they do! On this week's episode of Best Places to Lead, join me for a special peek inside the Boardroom with 18 senior leaders. You'll hear from industry leaders in everything from Human Resources, Construction, Marketing, Business Development, and more! Over the course of the hour, I'll speak with panels made up of 3-5 leaders. You'll witness firsthand how those who hold the top seats in an organization manage common leadership dilemmas and keep their companies striving for success. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, I talked with our Leaders about: 

Remote work has given employees back a level of autonomy over how to best use their time that was sorely missed in the workplace. And despite the worries of many, companies that adopted hybrid or fully remote models long after the COVID-19 lockdowns ended to continue to do well.But with more employee autonomy comes less employer control.On a new segment for Best Places to Lead, I take the interviewee seat and develop coaching guidance for CEO Jamie Dimon (the fictional business owner who often needs a little help) on how to get remote work right. Rita Richa, Content Strategist for Be the Stage and a Producer for Best Places to Lead, makes sure the mic is hot when capturing my advice to CEO Jamie Dimon on shifting his remote work policy to one that is strategic, inclusive, and sure to transform his business into one of the best places to work. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, we'll discuss: - The importance of trust in remote and hybrid environments. - Strategies from the past for collaborating in our present remote workplaces. - Why people need clear explanations for how they can add value to the organization.  - Why as a leader, it's imperative to decenter yourself when considering new ways of working. If like CEO Jamie Dimon, you're on the fence about remote work or a stalwart in your preference for a return to the office, you won't want to miss this episode!Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Leaders know that communication is an essential skill. Whether closing a sale or managing a delicate change initiative, being able to clearly and directly express yourself is at the center of leading others. And it's not just in our work lives where the ability to communicate what we need or the vision we're working toward matters. It also impacts the always tenuous work-life balance that many of us struggle to maintain.But if you were to ask someone what scares them the most, they would be just as likely to say “public speaking” as they would “spiders.”  That's why on this week's episode, I'm speaking with Brenden Kumarasamy about shifting our perspective so we stop seeing communicating as a chore and start seeing it as a way to positively impact someone's day. Founder and President of MasterTalk, a free, interactive workshop helping people improve their communication skills, Brenden also shares his insights about effective communication with over 30 thousand subscribers to his popular YouTube channel of the same name. Since college, when he coached his case presentation teammates to success, Brenden has been helping anyone and everyone learn daily habits to jump start their speaking game. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, I'll be talking with Brendan about:

Leaders are tasked with making many high-impact decisions on a daily basis. It's important to feel confident not just in the choices you make, and in the process used to make them. But, with the extreme daily pressures, making effective decisions as fast as you need to keep pace with the business is difficult.This is why I'm bringing Clint Rusch on the show to share his decision-making formula for who, how, and what decisions need to be made in the business. Clint is the current President of NorthPoint Logistics and a former U.S. military member. His career path after leaving the military is non-linear, taking him from operations to finance to consulting in industries as diverse as aviation, health care, mining, hospitality, government, retail, technology, and utilities. Rather than a sign that he cannot succeed in any one industry, Clint views his journey as an example of what keeps him engaged in logistics: seeing every day as an opportunity to learn something new. On this episode of Best Places to Lead, Clint and talked about 1. The right way to make decisions as fast as possible. 2. Hiring lifelong learners for their translatable skills. 3. The positive outcomes of cultivating accountability and ownership for your team. If you're looking for new ways to inspire your team to reengage and find innovative solutions to your businesses' problems, big and small, listen to this episode!Connect with ClintOn his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steel14/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

As leaders, we all strive for success and understand that achieving it can be difficult. Yet we often overlook the challenge of staying humble on the way to the top. The truth is that without maintaining a measured attitude in life and business, you run the risk of losing everything. On this week's episode, Marques Ogden will share with me the story of how he was able to bounce back from adversity even after his construction business collapsed, leaving him with nothing. Marques has since grown into an inspiring CEO and public speaker whose story about overcoming hardship to rebuild both himself and his business inspires others to stay true to their values and vision. By exemplifying resilience, humility, and leadership throughout his journey, Marques sets a powerful example for anyone aspiring to be a CEO or a more authentic version of themselves.On this episode of Best Places to Lead, I'll be talking with Marques about:• How losing his business didn't cause him to lose his purpose.• What having a brother in the Hall of Fame taught him about humility.• Where resilience comes from and how to cultivate it. Whether you're a football fan or not, you won't want to miss this episode.Connect with Marques:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marques-ogden-2a745a57/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Leaders need to grow to succeed and must have the right mindset to embrace change in a turbulent economy. Change is inevitable in life. And change can be both positive and negative. It is essential for leaders to embrace a growth mindset to help them be open to new ideas, think outside of the box, and take risks that could lead to great rewards. But, leaders feel like a victim when confronted with change. It's an Eeyore “sky is falling” reaction instead of a growth mindset response.This is why I've asked Dai Manuel to join us. Dai's inspiring Ted Talk, “Vulnerability is a Human Thing,” provides an inspirational look at embracing change and the person you aspire to become. Dai Manuel is an author, keynote speaker, and former partner and Chief Operating Officer of an eight-figure company.Dai highlighted following topics that are guaranteed to be beneficial to everyone:• How one becomes a champion of change vs. feeling like a victim of change.• How to find balance when dealing with the struggle of the juggle of life.• The biggest lessons learned (and struggles) he experienced scaling an 8 figure business. Don't miss this fun conversation filled with practical and unique insights for leaders. Connect with Dai:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daimanuel/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Today's guest on the Blue Shirt Leadership Podcast is Jerry Macnamara. For 25 years, Jerry's fearlessly positive approach to business led to massive success. He's led five companies in five different industries in B2B and B2C and in both products and services. Jerry has been selected as Business Journal's Ultimate CEO and Business Journal's 40 under 40. He runs Proven Chaos, a company driven to help CEO's create compelling companies that outperform…and still make it home for dinner. His mission is to positively impact 5MM people in the next five years through better business.    On today's podcast, Jerry Macnamara and Kyle discuss the importance of good communication in leadership, of listening well, and of looking at your employees as whole people. Jerry tells stories from his own experiences and encourages business owners to lead with intention, to set clear and realistic goals, and to invest in themselves as leaders.    Notable Quotes:   “The most important thing that I can do as a leader is send my people home on the weekends with clear minds and whole hearts to go be with their families.”   “If we recognize our people as whole people, if you're good at work, you have the potential to be great at home and if you were good at home, you have the potential to be great at work.”   “You have to live your life on your terms. That's the most important thing that you can do as a human being.”    “Patience comes from having a plan and then you have to take action.”    “Failure is simply feedback of what is working and what's not working.”   “There's no better investment than in yourself, because it allows you to invest in all of the people around you.”   “Treasure collaboration over conflict.”   00:00-01:15- Welcome to the podcast and brief description of the purpose of the podcast   01:16-02:12- Introduction of guest and summary of Jerry's accomplishments and achievements   03:03-05:13-Jerry tells a story about regularly working 100hr weeks until he ended up in the hospital thinking he was having a heart attack at 26 yrs old, and he shares a revelation he had while laying there.    05:42-06:29-Learn from other people. You don't have to learn all of life's lessons yourself.   06:30-07:46- Jerry talks about doing what he's doing because people should enjoy their work.    07:47-10:45 Jerry talks about how the people who are good at ‘doing' often get promoted to positions of leadership but they aren't always good leaders and what can be done to help them.   10:46-12:33 Jerry provides an example from his life about a time when he did not lead well, and how poor communication and poor leadership led to a vacation in Paris where he still had to report to work every day.    12:34-15:00 Jerry talks about the importance of communication in businesses and gives real-life examples of how this can be done.   15:01-16:29 Jerry makes the point that we are whole people, and being great at work can make you great at home and if you are great at home, you have the potential to be great at work.   18:37-21:04 Jerry and Kyle discuss how business owners can easily spiral out of control and the importance of conscious intention in leadership.   21:05-24:30 Jerry and Kyle discuss how to be patient in growing your business and how setting goals plays into business growth.   24:31-26:10 Jerry talks about failure as being feedback on what is working and what's not working.   26:10-29:12 Jerry reminds listeners about the importance of listening to understand, as opposed to listening to respond.    29:12-31:09 Jerry talks about why he does what he does and what his primary goal is for his work.   31:10-33:00 Jerry reminds us that it is possible for our business to outgrow our skills and encourages business leaders to build a community around them to help them grow in their leadership.   Connect with Jerry at provenchaos.com or on Facebook and LinkedIn.   #leadershipdevelopment #leadershiptips #leadershipmatters #leadershipgoals #growthmindset #management #professionaldevelopment #realisticgoals #listenwell #buildcommunity #businessgrowth #consciousintention #entrepreneur 

As the dust settles from our New Year's resolutions and we go deeper into the work, we realize how much positive change comes from our mindsets. A bulletproof mindset is one that evolves from knowing yourself, your mission, and your goals through and through but also meeting this with effort.Our guest Timmy Gallagher--an executive leader, retired law enforcement lieutenant, spiritual elder, and endurance athlete--knows a lot about how the mind can push you to new heights. His coaching and leadership services provided through Evolute Performace are all about transformation.As always, Timmy will be generous with his insight and wisdom on many topics, including:The survive mindset (working for a check) versus the sage mindset (working to make a difference)How to know yourself on an ontological level, and why that is vital for any leader's mindsetThe difference between things happening to you and things happening for youWe are excited to bring insights and inspiration throughout 2023 with our hour-long sit down with Timmy Gallagher!Connect with Timmy:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothygallagherevolute/On his company: https://evoluteperformance.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

What You'll Learn From This Episode:One of the ways in which that you can level up your skills is to borrow those experiences from people who have been there and done thatIt all has to get done, but you don't have to do all the doing. Your job is to resource the doing.Stay curious!Related Links and Resources:Jerry's Gift to you:2023 Strategic Planning - Seed Questions https://l.provenchaos.com/2023-questionsSummary:For twenty-five years, Jerry's fearlessly positive approach to business led to massive success. He's led five companies in five different industries in B2B and B2C and in both products and services. His companies have been recognized as Franchise 500 (2x), Inc Fastest Growing (2x), Business Journal Fast 50 (3x), and Trend Magazine Best Places to Work. Individually, he has been selected as Business Journal's Ultimate CEO and Business Journal's 40 under 40. Jerry runs Proven Chaos - a company driven to help CEOs create compelling companies that outperform… and still make it home for dinner. Jerry's mission: positively impact 5MM people in 5 years through better business.Jerry is an award-winning CEO who advises high-growth leadership teams.Jerry is passionate about using leadership as a force for good. He is on a mission to positively impact 5MM people in the next 5 years through better business.Learn more here: https://provenchaos.com/

Leaders want it all! This is especially true at the beginning of every year (hello, gym memberships!). Excelling at work and also your healthy relationships become the driving force of your daily work.So, what gets in the way? Your own self-limiting beliefs, which can take away opportunities for you to be fulfilled and accomplish your goals.That's why I'm excited to kick the new year off by having JM Ryerson on the show to talk about the keys to unlocking fulfillment in life. JM is an international speaker, host of the Let's Go Win Podcast, and best-selling Author of "Let's Go Win, The Keys to Living Your Best Life."JM will walked us through his methods of helping leaders:

For twenty-five years, Jerry Macnamara's fearlessly positive approach to business led to massive success. He's led five companies in five different industries in B2B and B2C and in both products and services. His companies have been recognized as Franchise 500 (2x), Inc Fastest Growing (2x), Business Journal Fast 50 (3x), and Trend Magazine Best Places to Work. Individually, he has been selected as Business Journal's Ultimate CEO and Business Journal's 40 under 40. Jerry runs Proven Chaos - a company driven to help CEOs create compelling companies that outperform… and still make it home for dinner. Jerry's mission: positively impact 5MM people in 5 years through better business. Jerry is an award-winning CEO who advises high-growth leadership teams. Jerry is passionate about using leadership as a force for good. He is on a mission to positively impact 5MM people in the next 5 years through better business. In this episode:Jerry shares about his background The principles of leadership are the same no matter what industry you're inThe importance of listening to the whole person and being interested in your people as a leader Key Takeaways:Personal and professional lives cannot be separatedStrive to achieve success while also maintaining balance in their personal livesThe importance of taking action on information and not just gathering information Tweetable Quote: “I have found that the success I've been able to help create is because we are focused, disciplined, and ruthless about how we deploy our resources to create success.” - Jerry Macnamara Connect with Sondra:Social Media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Facebook PageWebsites: https://provenchaos.com/, https://bestplacestolead.com/ Connect with Denis:Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

I made a goal how can I intentionally help CEO Charlie, an avatar I speak to, he's in his early 40s, have a successful company but want to get to the next level. I believe it's possible for any company to attain greatness. It's the leader who paves the way for that to come true or prevents it from doing so.That's why I am working with the help of high achievers to learn how they create strong companies that surpass expectations yet still make it home for dinner. If we can build engaging businesses that are so exciting that people are shocked they get paid to do their work, that is when we win.As we close out 2022, I want to share what I and CEO Charlie learned through the podcast I launched, the Best Places To Lead, as well as the valuable insights I got from interviews with CEOs and business experts with them unique frameworks and actionable ideas to the table that I, my audience as well as CEO Charlie can learn from and help us improve and become better versions of ourselves.After doing 38 episodes and interviewing 28 unique and brilliant guests, what have we learned so far? What better way to cap this milestone than to walk down memory lane and unpack the most insightful moments of the show?On its 39th episode, I took the stage to share my top insightful moments:

Most CEOs would like to master how to build quality relationships within their organizations. It's important to know more about personnel, senior leaders, and partners to discern the most sound decisions and to take appropriate actions to give themselves the best chance of success. However, many of us leaders don't realize we've put up barriers that keep us from pursuing the one action that creates, nurtures, and defines relationships: conversations. And many of us don't know how to break these barriers.Fortunately, Dr. Ed Slover visited to discuss how having crucial conversations is the key to building quality relationships. Dr. Slover is the President and founder of Quest Consulting and the host of The Quest4Life Podcast. The Doctor's considerable expertise includes a Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership, a Master of Science in Psychology, and a Master of Arts in Organizational Management, as well as being a Master Coach in Life Transformation and a Certified Resilience Practitioner.During his visit, the Doctor unpacked the following points for us:1. How conversations define and create quality relationships.2. What relationship fitness means, why it matters, and how it's done.3. How is your conversation vis-à-vis the relationship with yourself affecting your relationship with others?Indeed, an insightful learning experience from Dr. Ed Slover. Don't miss this episode of the Best Places to Lead!Connect with Dr. Slover:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dredwardslover/On his website: http://www.questconsultingservice.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Send us a Text Message.Jerry Macnamara often says "success without fulfillment is the greatest business ripoff." Why does he say that, and why is the leadership gap the greatest threat to what and who you lead?Jerry Macnamara has successfully led award-winning companies in multiple industries: retail, manufacturing, internet, construction and business services. He's sold products, he's sold services, and over the last 25 years, he's grown companies in B2B and B2C.He says, The product doesn't matter. The service doesn't matter. The industry doesn't matter. The channel doesn't matter. Business is widgets. (PS – Your business is NOT different.) The only thing that matters is your approach.Jerry's company, Proven Chaos, helps CEOs create compelling companies that outperform...and still make it home by dinner. Get in touch with him at http://provenchaos.com/Support the Show.Join Dr. William Attaway on the Catalytic Leadership podcast as he shares transformative insights to help high-performance entrepreneurs and agency owners achieve Clear-Minded Focus, Calm Control, and Confidence. Free 30-Minute Discovery Call:Ready to elevate your business? Book a free 30-minute discovery call with Dr. William Attaway and start your journey to success. Special Offer:Get your FREE copy of Catalytic Leadership: 12 Keys to Becoming an Intentional Leader Who Makes a Difference. Connect with Dr. William Attaway: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube

Like those in any industry, owners and leaders that are considered ‘blue-collar' usually want to grow their businesses and build successful people-first companies.But most of us don't know how to transform our mindset to empower teams.Fortunately, Kyle Gillette is arriving to impart his framework, which helps leaders shift their mindsets toward treating people the right way and running a business for more than profit. Kyle is the author of SAGE Leadership: A 4-Part Framework for Becoming a People First Leader. He explained how the SAGE mindset and leadership methods work, using the framework's four pillars:  1. How self-awareness is the foundation of his framework. 2. How accountability is significant in holding leadership from falling apart. 3. How a growth mindset allows business remodeling. 4. How empowerment demonstrates your success as a leader.  This will certainly be another episode filled with unique and practical insights for leaders.  Remember to share this episode and tag your friends so they can all benefit from Kyle's insights. Connect with Kyle:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-gillette/On his company: https://linktr.ee/sagemindsetDon't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Many business leaders are realizing the need to level up client engagement strategies, and studies have shown how much this matters since acquiring new customers can cost several times more than retaining them. Many of us still struggle to build relationships with clients, though. We often get stuck focusing on closing deals quickly and treating client relations as simple transactions.This is why I engaged in this interesting conversation with Sebastian Schieke, the CEO Coach and Mentor at Sebastian Schieke & Company GmbH, an agency that provides group and one-on-one executive coaching for entrepreneurs and C-level executives.Sebastian unpacked the following points on the show: 1. How do your relationships with clients impact businesses in the long term? 2. How to build a relationship with your clients. 3. Why awareness of your client's journey is significant.This is another episode filled with valuable insights and practical ideas that will certainly help leaders and businesses outperform their competition. Don't miss this!Connect with Sebastian:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianschieke/On his company: https://www.sebastianschieke.com/, https://www.wynto.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Alan welcomes business coach and CEO of Proven Chaos, Jerry Macnamara, as they discuss the secret to success with one word, Love!  Loving your people and treating them as whole people.  It's the right thing to do.  When you put love first and foremost in everything you do, the result is magic.  His mission is to have more smiles.  Alan inquired as to when was the moment of truth for him.  Jerry explained that it took a community of people to love him when he didn't love himself.  Jerry goes on to say that in his life his motto is, "there will be always room for one more at the table."    As you lead people, it's all about love and caring.  When people feel at home, you will unlock a level of performance that no one else can unlock.  When people feel cared for by their leader, they will work harder, and better and never leave. Compassionate leadership is leading people into better places.  Finance creates freedom for fulfillment because profits follow great work.  Finding the calm in the proven chaos!  Jerry explains how important it is to realize that business and life are intermingled.  Performance, accountability, determination, and grace are all important along with forgiveness.  These are important factors in the success of an individual and business.  Success without fulfillment is a rip-off!  As this episode ends, Jerry leaves us with words of wisdom, "The highest purpose of life is to live in accordance to your visions, your values, and actions, to unlock fulfillment. [00:00:00] Love and Business [00:06:10] Love Equals Magic [00:12:00] Rewriting Your Narrative [00:18:50] Compassionate Leadership [00:27:28] Ultimate Superpower [00:35:17] Highest Purpose in Life

Alan welcomes business coach and CEO of Proven Chaos, Jerry Macnamara, as they discuss the secret to success with one word, Love!  Loving your people and treating them as whole people.  It's the right thing to do.  When you put love first and foremost in everything you do, the result is magic.  His mission is to have more smiles.  Alan inquired as to when was the moment of truth for him.  Jerry explained that it took a community of people to love him when he didn't love himself.  Jerry goes on to say that in his life his motto is, "there will be always room for one more at the table."    As you lead people, it's all about love and caring.  When people feel at home, you will unlock a level of performance that no one else can unlock.  When people feel cared for by their leader, they will work harder, and better and never leave. Compassionate leadership is leading people into better places.  Finance creates freedom for fulfillment because profits follow great work.  Finding the calm in the proven chaos!  Jerry explains how important it is to realize that business and life are intermingled.  Performance, accountability, determination, and grace are all important along with forgiveness.  These are important factors in the success of an individual and business.  Success without fulfillment is a rip-off!  As this episode ends, Jerry leaves us with words of wisdom, "The highest purpose of life is to live in accordance to your visions, your values, and actions, to unlock fulfillment. [00:00:00] Love and Business [00:06:10] Love Equals Magic [00:12:00] Rewriting Your Narrative [00:18:50] Compassionate Leadership [00:27:28] Ultimate Superpower [00:35:17] Highest Purpose in Life

Many business owners, leaders, and executives want to propel their businesses to success like Jeff Bezos did with Amazon, and the frameworks they're using today are definitely worth studying.But most of us think of these frameworks as secrets, and it might be difficult for many of us to understand how Amazon's practices can drive our businesses to massive success.Fortunately, Steve Anderson is gracing my show with his presence to share what he has uncovered from Bezos' 21 letters to Amazon shareowners. Steve Anderson is an expert in strategic risk and business growth, Co-Founder and CEO at Catalyit, and the author of the international best-selling book The Bezos Letters: 14 principles to Grow Your Business like Amazon. Steve highlighted the following principles from his book which resonated most with me and aligned with my values:1. How encouraging (successful) failures can actually propel businesses toward success.2. How obsessing over customers helps build businesses and serves them for the long term.3. How to accelerate success by simplifying complexities.4. How would a mindset of believing it's always day 1 scale a business.Without a doubt, this episode of the Best Place to Lead show is another insightful and fun conversation. Listen to this!Connect with Steve: On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevetn/On his company: http://www.catalyit.com/On his website:  http://www.thebezosletters.com/ Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

As American workers leaving their jobs continue to set records this year, many leaders want to get a firm grasp on a formula to curb this trend. Attracting more people and retaining them is crucial for any business's success and growth.Most leaders end up with engagement tactics that only offer a band-aid solution, though, and they continuously fail at addressing this leadership challenge. To cap this month's thematic series about purpose-driven leaders and companies, I'm going to break down my own mission of impacting 5 million people in five years, and the engagement strategy behind this mission. The goal is to help to shape a mindset among leaders--about showing up with a higher purpose and treating your people as people. To expand on this strategy, I will unpack the following points:- Why and how I embarked on this mission.- Why people basically hate their jobs, and how this negatively impacts productivity.- Why and how a higher purpose can impact your people and business.Another fun and impactful episode you won't want to miss! Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Many of us business leaders strive to be financially successful responsibly, and we find that it's important to care for human talent and the environment.Sometimes we struggle with realizing the importance of people versus making money, and many don't know how to achieve the balance of the triple bottom: profit, people, and the planet.That's why I'm so excited to welcome Lindsay Johnson, current CEO and Managing Director at Wordbank. She shares how her company operated under the framework of a B Corp--even before they got certified in 2020--and how it has helped their business grow since then, responsibly and ethically.Lindsay Johnson will unpack for us the following points:- Why it's important to be responsible and ethical in doing business.- How to balance making profits and caring for your people and the planet.- How being a certified B corporation helps businesses grow.Don't miss this episode!Connect with Lindsay:On her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayjohnsonhayter/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

As companies grow, senior leaders must always consider how they can attract and retain more people to sustain the same quality of business.However, leaders might not see how much a clear purpose as a company impacts their reputation in becoming a talent destination.That's why my next interview is with Jay Wilkinson, whose track record shows how servant leadership and pursuing a mission that impacts communities and society can promote sustainable growth in businesses.Jay is the founder and CEO of Firespring, which has nearly 250 employees and thousands of clients in all 50 states and globally. His company became Nebraska's first Certified B Corp in 2014, and it was named by Inc. Magazine as one of the “50 Best Workplaces"  in 2016.  Jay is also the co-founder of the Do More Good movement, which aims to educate and empower companies and business leaders to do more good for their own communities. During the interview, Jay unpacked the following important points:• The ‘Power of Three' program, and how it works for companies• The challenges and impact of a purpose-driven company• How the abundance mindset works versus the scarcity mindsetThis is yet another interesting and insightful episode of the Best Places to Lead Show. Come join me this Thursday, 3:30 PM ET, and throw in some questions for our guest, who is gracious enough to answer your queries live! Connect with Jay:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaywilkinson/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

The most successful business you hear about today have found a way to engage their market with content, and effectively transformed their marketing team into media companies.But most smaller businesses and solo-preneurs feel like they don't have the resources to pull it off.That's why seeing how CEO Coach, Jerry MacNamara, figured out how to do it on his own will completely redefine what you and your team think is possible to do with limited resources!Jerry launched his internet talk show, Best Places To Lead, early in 2022.  He has gone live almost every week, forging powerful relationships with strategic partners, engaging a community around him, and repurposing the content to show up everywhere on social media.  His go to market strategy has completely transformed, which he shared:- why he felt he didn't just need a content machine, but a content-led community was strategy - how he prioritizes live show production in a way that he can still get everything done in his small operation- what he's learned that works to accelerate the growth of this community and business alongside his internet talk show- and much more!Jerry has scaled 3 different businesses from $10M to $100M as a CEO, is a champion for building happy teams, and is an absolute wealth of knowledge!Don't miss your chance to pick his brain about what is working for him, personally right now!Come be a part of the show!https://tinyurl.com/B2BCBSeason5Connect with Jerry: On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrymacnamara/On his Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProvenChaoscomOn his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/provenchaos/On his Company: https://provenchaos.com/Connect with ME!Online at:LinkedIn or Instagram.Learn to produce internet talk shows and build your own Relationship Flywheel. Find out more about the Bootcamp HERE.Support the show

Leaders in a high-performance culture want to cultivate values that help organizations grow, and feedback is a vital factor.But CEOs and senior leaders often struggle with giving and receiving feedback, either because they undervalue it or because they overdo the process and come on too strong. This is why I am so excited to converse with my friend Kim Bach, the current SVP for Customer Success at Dailyhuman, an agency that is helping people deal with turnover and disengagement crises.Kim Bach will elaborate on why feedback is the food that keeps organizations alive by unpacking the following points:- How feedback feeds relationship growth across organizations- How feedback is closely tied to the culture of accountability - How to give and receive feedback; what works and what doesn't.An exciting episode you won't want to miss! Connect with Kim:On her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-bach-inyourcorner/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

CEOs and senior leaders want to communicate effectively in business, so they devote resources to acquire expertise and tools to achieve this goal.The way leaders communicate doesn't always correspond with how their clients and colleagues exchange information, however. That's why I'm presenting lessons, insights, and tips on how CEOs and senior leaders should communicate in the digital age. I will be unpacking the following points:Why is it important to catch up and adapt to communication advancements?How important is effective communication in business and leadership?How to engage your audience in the digital ageDon't miss this episode of the Best Places to Lead show!Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

With the growing power of consumers in today's market, CEOs need their sales teams to be as consistent as possible with the company's consumer-centric values and to draw more clients who seek trustworthy and authentic brands. As a result, sales leaders must consider ways to rewire their conversations to promote trust and cultivate genuine relationships.This is why Isaiah McPeak joined us, to get into the heart of the sales process. Isaiah is the CEO and co-founder of Skribe, a legal tech start-up that offers consultancy services through Isaiah McPeak. His mission is to prove that anybody can succeed by being a giver, no matter the circumstances of their organization.  We discussed why being authentic is important for building trust with your clients and how integrating your values intentionally leads to more success in sales communications. Isaiah shared his wisdom on:•How to lay the common ground or shared perspective for building trust in business communications•How to turn a ‘no' into a ‘yes' for a value proposition•How to unlock and communicate your authentic intentions to provide value for your clients.Listen to another insightful learning conversation on the Best Places to Lead Connect with Isaiah:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaiahmcpeak/On his company: http://skribe.ai/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

How to scale your business and make it run well with master CEO Jerry Macnamara. For twenty-five years, Jerry's fearlessly positive approach to business led to massive success. He's run five companies in five industries in both B2B and B2C and made the Franchise 500, Inc 500, and Best Places to Work. He's been recognized as a 40 under 40 and an Ultimate CEO. Jerry runs Proven Chaos - a company driven to help CEOs create compelling companies that outperform...and still make it home for dinner.

Dedicated CEOs and senior leaders strive to communicate their vision, values, and culture effectively and to positively impact employee retention, productivity, and revenue.Business leaders aren't always good storytellers, though. Many lack clarity on how to frame simple and engaging stories for their people and the market. In fact, US businesses lose $1.2 trillion every year to ineffective communication.This is the primary reason we invited a guest who has successfully mastered both the science and art of storytelling, Park Howell, with his ABT (And, But, Therefore) framework.Park Howell unpacks the following key points around the ABT framework for us:- Why do CEOs fail at connecting with their audiences?- Why simple and effective communication is important in business?- How does the ABT framework work?Park Howell is a successful brand storytelling strategist and a highly-sough international keynote speaker. He hosts the Business of Story podcast, which Feedspot named the #1 business storytelling podcast for 2022. Park Howell is the author of the books Brand Bewtichery: How to Wield the Story Cycle System™ to Craft Spellbinding Stories for Your Brand and The Narrative Gym for Business: Introducing the ABT Framework for Business Communication and Messaging.You  won't want to miss this episode!!!Connect with Park:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parkhowell/On his website: https://businessofstory.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Executive leaders always want clarity in determining their next impactful action and to focus their efforts on improving the quality of their decisions going forward.However, many in the higher leadership tier find themselves doing too much and don't know which aspects of the organization to focus on and how to do it. That's why I've invited Trey Taylor, author of ‘A CEO Only Does Three Things' to share how he has helped leaders find their focus in the C-Suite. Trey unpacked the following points for us:- Why it's important for CEOs to focus on only three things: Culture, People, and Numbers- How to say no to the urgently unimportant- Why striving to focus on the three things (even when you sometimes fail) is an act of excellenceTrey Taylor has created a strategic guide to help executives achieve their business goals. He is the Managing Director of trinity | blue and the CEO of Taylor Insurance Services. He has been featured as a keynote speaker, addressing attendees at the Human Capital Institute and the Ascend Conference. Listen to another inspiring episode of the Best Places to Lead.Connect with Trey:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/treytaylor/On his company: http://taylorinsuranceservices.com/, https://trinity-blue.com/ Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

As leaders becoming intentional and value-driven at work and in life makes us want to share this impact with our communities. This often fuels our passion for doing business but also for opening discussions through avenues like podcasting.After some time, though--six months in my case--we can often stumble and feel exhausted. We might even start to feel a little burned out, and some of us even reach a point where we don't know how to move forward at that pace.That's why I'm sharing a case study of myself today, about how I run my business and how I produce this show every week in pursuit of my mission: to positively impact 5 million people in 5 years. To sum up all the lessons I've learned, I centered the conversation on the following points:- The root challenges of producing a live weekly show- How important people are inside every business- The 3 keys to leadership performanceDon't miss the Best Places to Lead Show this week at 3:30 PM Eastern Time, and learn why and how it works.Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

As senior leaders, we always want to cultivate a positive mental space that allows us to focus on prioritizing the things that matter.However, sometimes we continue pushing forward through the chaos of life, even when it isn't the right thing to do, and we don't know how to reduce that noise that distracts us from the focus we need to succeed. That's why I'm sharing how--after I felt a little burned out between settling into a brand-new house, summer travel, business, personal and family essentials--I managed to do the right thing; to stop, take a break, and give myself that grace and guidance to go forward.I shared the following points:- Why taking a break is important for senior leaders- How noise distracts us from focusing on priorities- How to intentionally reduce noisePostponing my weekly live show two weeks ago was my call, and it was one of the best things I've done to get myself back on track. Don't miss the Best Places to Lead Show this week at 3:30 PM Eastern Time, and learn why and how it works.Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

CEOs and founders want their companies to grow and must sustain the factors that fuel such success.But as companies and organizations scale, leaders tend to lose touch with their people and eventually fail at retaining high performers, who are responsible for the growth. That's why I'm having a conversation with Tom Vranas, Chief of Staff for Innovation and People at Everywhere Wireless. He'll walk us through how improving systems and processes helps companies sustain growth, retain top talent and create a lasting impact. Oh, and still have fun.Tom will unpack:  How CEOs need a co-Captain to drive growth  How truly great organizations aren't driven from the top  How authentic enthusiasm and passion build successful businesses.Don't miss out on this episode! Connect with Tom:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomvranas/On his company: https://ewfiber.com/ Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

In today's digital age, business leaders want to leverage the Internet's wide reach to billions of consumers globally and grow their brand's exposure to bridge the “know, like and trust” arc.But most leaders simply don't know how to do it authentically.This is what former CMO Erik Cabral will share with us. Erik is the founder of the fast-growing multi-media agency On Air Brands, host of the Entrepreneurs Circle podcast, and a partner in the Renault Winery & Resort, which is the 2nd oldest winery in the US. He will talk about a mind shift on how to build your brands today that aligns with exactly who you are to explode your success.   We discussed about:- Revealing and working on the most valuable asset in marketing: YOU.- Leveraging digital reputation and why it matters.- How can leaders do these with their hands full?Erik Cabral is considered a “quintessential serial entrepreneur.” You haven't heard it all. So listen to this episode! Connect with Erik:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikcabral/On his company: https://onairbrands.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

In a diverse and constantly evolving business world, CEOs and senior leaders put a high value on resolving conflicts in workplaces as quickly as possible and driving teams back to focusing on their goals.But most people suck at having crucial conversations. When the stakes are high, most people fear the conflict instead of leaning into it - especially when we don't know how to manage these situations. This is why I'm presenting how to use positive constructive conflict to your benefit as a leader and company. I'll be sharing frameworks that will teach leaders how to turn each dispute into opportunities for success and growth. You'll learn how positive constructive conflicts signal a healthy company - not a negative one. These are the same frameworks I've used to push companies onto the Best Places to Work and the Inc 500 Fastest Growing Companies.I presented lessons on: 1. How to “feel” your internal conflict - and what to do about it 2. How to take advantage of conflicts for clarity 3. How to hold crucial conversations for accountabilityI promise you'll never see “conflict” the same way again. Listen to this episode!Join the Best Places to Lead show every Thursdays at 3:30 pm ET!Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Leaders want to effectively develop the best company culture and create the perfect conditions for their organization to grow.But oftentimes, leaders lack clarity in what area needs focus to produce the positive outcomes they want. Is it on their people, customers, or internal systems and process that are key to the company's success?That's why we're hosting Refine Labs' COO Megan Bowen. She'll be sharing how she's helped Refine Labs skyrocket from 0 to 125 people since 2019. Megan's recent manifesto, Building a Talent Destination, outlines how to build an organization that attracts, empowers, and enriches people to become their best versions at work. We discussed about:- How to build the type of company where employees jump at the chance to work with you- What inspired Megan to prioritize building a Talent Destination - and how it's going- Tips on how to maintain culture when the company is growing so quickly (and remote)Megan Bowen is an expert in customer experience and account management and has a demonstrated track record of helping teams scale and succeed. She co-hosts Refine Labs podcasts Talent Destination and the Demand Gen Live Series. Listen to this episode of the Best Places to Lead! It was awesome!Connect with Megan:On her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganwhitebowen/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Leaders need to focus on their real priorities and and unlock the opportunity to make every day the best day ever. But it's easy to get overwhelmed with so many demands and distractions. Overwhelm turns into frustration. Frustration leads to procrastination. The spiral of negative performance begins.That's why we have Scott White, the “Life is Too Short Guy,” coming to the Best Places to Lead Show. He's going to share his mindset on how to make today the best day of your life.Scott will shared his insights on:How to move past the mental hurdles causing procrastinationWhat is the "Life Is Too Short" philosophy?How to live your life in the momentScott White is the Chairman and CEO of Invesque a publicly traded real estate company. He is currently authoring a book, “Life is Too Short Guy: Making Every Day the Best Day Ever."Connect with Scott:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-white-075195/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

What Leaders Can Learn from the Spy's Code of TrustAs leaders, it's critical to build trust and give trust to grow the organization. Otherwise, It's lonely sitting at the table paranoid about the next move you'll make. Or, really lonely being the scared solopreneur.But, how do we know who to trust - and when we can trust them? That's why we've invited Robin Dreeke, the retired head of the FBI's counterintelligence behavioral analysis division to share his insights on trust. As you might imagine, the table stakes in the spy game are much higher than any of our business decisions. We  covered:- How to Focus on Others so you can get what you want- Human Behavior and the Five Steps to Building Healthy Strong Relationships  - The Six Signs of Behavior Prediction and TrustListen as Robin breaks down the frameworks and formulas from his three books and shares the insights from the front lines at the FBI. Connect with Robin:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rdreeke/On his company: https://www.peopleformula.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

So In this episode of Interviews with Entrepreneurs Show we're Interviewing Jerry Macnamara. For twenty-five years, He fearlessly positive approach to business led to massive success. He run five companies in five industries in both B2B and B2C and made the Franchise 500, Inc 500, and Best Places to Work. He's been recognized as a 40 under 40 and an Ultimate CEO. Jerry Macnamara Jerry runs Proven Chaos - a company driven to help CEOs create compelling companies that outperform...and still make it home for dinner. Jerry's mission: positively impact 5MM people in 5 years through better business. jerry's SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/macnamara Website: https://www.provenchaos.com Sign up For 14 Days Clickfunnels Free Trial: https://www.signupforcf.com FOLLOW RJ SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therjahmed FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/AMHOE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrjahmed Get Free Copy of My Book Decades In Days: https://www.decadesindaysbook.com

According to a recent study, CEOs only trust 48% of senior executives to deliver results. Crazy right? Companies face a crisis of clearly articulating a plan, providing the tools and resources to succeed and an accountable culture to deliver results. Establishing a culture of accountability will accelerate your success faster than any other aspect of your business. Time nor money can replace a highly accountable culture. In fact, accountability can make good employees great and great employees unstoppable.But, it's hard to establish an accountable culture. Where does it start? How to perpetuate it? How do you get people over the fear of calling people “up” without calling people “out?”It's why I'm going to present what I've learned running companies and establishing highly accountable cultures over the last twenty-five years. You will learn the exact system and language I've used to drive dynamic results and put companies I've led on the Franchise 500, the Inc 500 Fastest Growing Companies, Business Journal Fast 50 and Best Places to Work. You'll learn (and be able to implement this afternoon):* The four core elements of an Accountable Culture * How Accountability starts with your hiring process* The seven positive outcomes of an accountable culture (hint: ridiculous results and less stress ahead)* How to avoid the mindset trap that positions "Accountability" as a four-letter wordCome aboard and buckle in. This will be a fast-paced presentation with actionable ideas as soon as you leave to drive results.Join the Best Places to Lead show every Thursdays at 3:30 pm ET!Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

As leaders, we put a ton of energy into casting a vision, and convincing our team it's for them.But if they don't want it themselves, it can throw you off your game, and limit your ability to reach the rest of the teamThat's why you need frameworks that will keep your energy on track, your motivation high, and your team wanting to follow you.This is what Andre Young- author, professional speaker, and leadership trainer shared with us.Andre taught us his frameworks around:- Get Great Questions: the key to getting what you need by understanding what they want- Vision Factors: the 5 things you need to do consistently for your vision to become a reality - Bookends of the Day: how your morning routine may be missing an evening routing for it to succeed- Why the key to avoiding failure is managing success- and more!Andre is a dynamic speaker, author of 7 Ways to Lead, and founder of You Evolving Now.  I promise you this show will leave you energized and armed with new tools that will extend winning streaks, break slumps, and increase your work/life harmony.Listen to this! Connect with Andre:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/youevolvingnow/On his company: https://youevolvingnow.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

The chaos happening around us right now- war, COVID, recession, etc.- is seeping into our business and personal lives, but we need to find a way to separate the news headlines from our personal stories. That's why creating a habit of contemplation is more important than ever.Enter Timmy Gallagher.His role in law enforcement leadership has forced him to navigate impossibly difficult situations during the recent era in his field.  Throughout it all, he was able to stay on mission, compete in ultra endurance events, and find his calling as a coach.Timmy will join us to teach you - how he stayed grounded and created the space to contemplate strategy through his morning routine- what his nutrition and exercise routine changed when he decided to focus longevity and staying power- why he's so focused on mindset techniques that allow you to hack your brain instead of it hacking youTimmy is one part Jocko Willick, one part Wim Hoff, one part Deepak Chopra.  You're not going to want to miss out on the chance to level up your frameworks for enduring chaos.Connect with Timmy:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothygallagherevolute/On his company: https://evoluteperformance.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Leaders pride themselves on getting into flow, crushing goals and unlocking the next level of performance…but sometimes they just get stuck. It's even more frustrating when they can't figure out how to get back on track. Sound familiar?This is why Jerry presented his foundational performance framework, The Personal Pentagon. It's the framework he developed working with CEOs to get them on track and keep them on track. Undoubtebly, if you are stuck, there is something out of alignment with your own Personal Pentagon. This framework provides the five elements required to prime the pump of personal performance.If you want to stay in flow at a high-level, this show is for you. And, if you're in a funk and can't figure out why, The Personal Pentagon will shine a flashlight of insights to get you moving again. Simple, but powerful.We discussed: - How to maintain a positive mindset and respond to the Saboteurs and Sages in your head- Why maintaining control of your calendar allows you to get more of the right things done- How to develop a morning routine that sets your day up for successJoin the Best Places to Lead show every Thursdays at 3:30 pm ET! Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

As COVID declines, people share renewed hope of gathering. And, for many CEOs, the same is true about looking to return to their offices to foster community and collaboration. Employers raise concerns about their workforce's ability to be creative and the diminishing culture in a remote work setup.However, not all employees are as enthusiastic. In fact, 80% of knowledge employees want flexibility in where they work, citing "work-life balance, lower anxiety at work, and a better sense of belonging" as among the benefits.It's why we've brought in Inspirant's CEO, Meighan Newhouse to talk about remote work. Inspirant has been a remote-first company and has thrived since 2017. They were recently recognized as a Built In Best Remote-First Companies to Work.We discussed this hot topic of remote work and she provided us with more insights on:- How a remote work culture succeed- What values in a remote work setup should we instill- Why some leaders calling people to work from the office? Why resist this evolution?- What the future of the workplace is?It benefits us all to hear the answers straight from someone running their company remotely for several years now.Connect with Meighan:On her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meighannewhouse/On her company: https://inspirantgrp.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

We know leadership is about enabling others to do their best work, and it takes consistent communication to create the right environment for a winning culture.But if we are not deliberate with how we communicate, we won't be able to build anything.That's why Katie McLaughlin is so passionate about leading deliberately, and taught you howWe discussed:- how to avoid the temptation to micromanage in the moments you need to give your team space (often the hardest ones!)- why toxic work culture often stems from how the leader is perceived by their team members (and the leader has no idea!)- how she built a world class onboarding program for a major, public company that is still in place over a decade later (so you can too!)You won't want to miss this conversation with Katie.  Connect with Katie:On her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mclaughlinkatie/On her company: https://www.mclaughlinmethod.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

You may think that once you climb to the top of your organization, all your issues will go away…and that things will get easier…but that's not exactly the case.Matt Foxhall chased his lifelong dream to become a Regional CEO before he turned forty. Great news! He realized that dream a few years ahead of schedule with Fortune 250 company.But, in his case, it certainly didn't get easier. On his first day, one of his Vice Presidents walked into his office and quit. Within a few short days, he quickly realized his career dream was a toxic nightmare. Everywhere he turned, the business underperformed. There was  lack of systems, no vision, undisciplined hiring, and a total lack of accountability. This led his region to the absolute bottom of the company: 40th out of 40 regions. Dead last in performance.Over the next four years, Matt completely transformed the organization.  By focusing on quality hiring, culture, and strong values, his region skyrocketed from 40th to 20th to 10th to 4th. A truly meteoric rise.During the show, Matt will share: - The importance of vision and values in energizing your people- How disciplined hiring of “10s” transforms an organization- How deciding what game you're playing impacts the decisions you    makeIf you're looking to create a compelling company culture that outperforms, this is a can't miss episode with Matt Foxhall. Come prepared with your questions for this Masterclass on how to build an organization.Connect with Matt:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewfoxhall/On his company: https://www.49financial.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

People do their best work when they're empowered to achieve. We all know that we can go farther together and surrounding yourself with a team of A-players is the only way to deliver on a vision. We are in the middle of "The Great Resignation: and it's showing no signs of slowing down--making it a great time to add to your team, but here's the thing.......the best talent isn't LOOKING for a new opportunity.So how can you source, hire, and retain these currently employed superstars? That's exactly what I covered in this mini hiring masterclass. We discussed: • Where to source good talent • Elements of the hiring process• Utilizing predictive index culture • Retaining and inspiring current team membersListen to this episode! Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

You may think that once you get to the million mark, all your sales issues will go away...and that things are about to get easier...but that's not exactly true. Tyler Robertson, Chief Executive Officer at Diesel Laptops was stuck at the $20M mark. Most of us might think that's a good problem to have...but he was stuck. During the explosion of growth where Tyler took his company to $20M, he had zero focus on systems, processes, or culture. He had never even done a strategic plan in his life! This led to a HUGE revelation...HE was the problem. The bottleneck.Are YOU the bottleneck in your business? In this episode, we're talked to Tyler about how he got UNSTUCK and out of his own way...We' discussed: - How he bootstrapped his business from startup to $62M in sales- How to avoid sales plateaus (even if you're in the millions!) - Why inviting an outside expert might just be the best thing...If you're looking to build a sustainable business while evolving into the leaders your business needs, listen to this!Connect with Tyler:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-robertson-diesel/On his company: https://www.diesellaptops.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

If you're paying attention, you've heard me talk about one the 3 best marketing minds out there today, Chris Walker, Dave Gerhardt, and Christopher Lochhead.  Venture funded tech companies hire these guys to help them create tailored marketing strategies for hundreds of thousands a year.But you and I are not venture funded companies.Therefore, we can best benefit by reverse engineering what these brilliant marketers are doing for themselves, and implementing it the best we can…I don't know anyone who has done that better than one of my best friends, Pablo Gonzalez.In this episode, he taught us:- Why these three experts all agree that a community is the ultimate marketing asset- How you can achieve the short term goals of your marketing objectives en route to building your community- Where great leadership fits in perfectly with marketing, and how it's becoming more important- And much more!After seeing Pablo stand up a $40M client acquisition channel on year 1 for his first client, I hired him as my personal strategist.  Here is your chance to have him be yours too!Connect with Pablo:On his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablotheconnector/On his company: https://bethestage.live/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Imagine being shot 14 times in 5 seconds with a high-powered rifle and left for hours to bleed out from life-threatening injuries. But Derrick refused to end his story that way.When I was first introduced to  Derrick McManus, I knew I had to put him in front of as many ears that would listen. As entrepreneurs, we are convinced we are built different. After all, you have to be just a little bit crazy to tackle the risk and the unknown on the daily.But Derrick McManus is truly built different. On the show, we talked about: -How to sharpen our "durability"-How a great plan considers all options-How to move from fragile to resilient to durable-And much more!If you want to level up and prepare yourself for whatever life throws, check on this episode!Connect with Derrick:On his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrickmcmanus/On his company: https://humandurability.com.au/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

If you're like me, then you've always wanted to have your own platform to make an impact and share your mission with the world. And it seems like everyone has a podcast these days but aren't gaining any real traction. After all, organizing a show, getting guests, pulling out content, editing, and providing an engaging, positive to experience to everyone...well, its challenging and I see too many people around me failing at it. That's why I had to bring on Alex Sanfilippo, the king of podcasting.He's taken his podcast, Podcasting Made Simple,  and built several successful SAAS businesses on the back end of it landing him on the Forbes 30 under 30 list!In this episode we talked about: - How he went from Podcaster to SAAS Business Owner- Achieving Your Podcasting Goals Faster While Stressing Less- How to use your Content Platform to Grow your Business- And more!Connect with Alex:On his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexsanfilippo/On his company: https://podpros.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

CEOs pride themselves on their ability to drive revenue and take advantage of opportunities, but too many CEO's excel in these areas while finding no joy.That's why we're bringing someone who found how to do all 3 on the show- Nathan Adams.As a Real Estate Developer in Denver, Nathan knew he could build a financially successful company, but what he really wanted was to build a Great Place to work.So, he made a few strategic changes that at first seemed like they would limit his opportunities, but ended up unlocking the keys to happiness and success beyond what he believed was previously possible.During the Show, Nathan Adams will share:- How clearly defining his mission transformed the energy (and excitement) inside the company- How it's made hiring easier (in this environment!) because people want to join a purpose driven company - How investors are identifying with the mission and handing over money- How heaping benefit after benefit on employees doesn't create a Best Places to WorkJoin the Best Places to Lead Show to hear Nathan's story and company transformation.Connect with Nathan:On his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanadams5/On his company: https://redthomes.com/ Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Leaders want certainty and growth for their company and their people. But, a changing environment creates turbulence for predictable success therefore you need to lean on a model to show you where you need to focus to create a compelling company that will outperform. This is why Jerry created the “Business Acceleration Model”  (BAM!) framework- to create repeatable, scaleable results that shine a flashlight on what's working and where work needs to happen.He used this framework across 5 different industries in B2B and B2C. And, continues to use it to unlock the best within CEOs and companies. During the third episode, Jerry will peel back the curtain on BAM! He will reveal the exact model he's used to build Franchise 500, Inc 500, and “Best Place to Work” companies - well as advise many more successful businesses.During the show, Jerry will demonstrate: - the most important aspect of the model for a compelling company- how to intentionally create an imbalance between the 3 core functions for growth- how to break through capacity bottle necks- how to enable innovation and future success by cultivating a learning company Come join the fun in breaking down how your company can create success simply and predictably. Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Brad Whitchurch had a dream of using technology to prevent the spread of infection, so he founded Seal Shield. Every CEO dreams of solving inspiring problems and building a growing-company where people love to show up, but there isn't a handbook for running a highly-engaged, high-growth company. Therefore Brad Whitchurch turned to a leadership approach called, “Ownership Thinking.” It set the platform for the company to make the Inc 500, Orlando Business Journal's Fast 50 and a perennial winner of Best Places to Work.It isn't an accident.Brad will be a guest on Best Places to Lead to discuss:- What ownership thinking is and how he implemented it - How Brad uses the company mission to galvanize his people- The biggest challenges he's faced running a high-growth company- Leveraging a remote work force (from the start)Brad Whitchurch founded Seal Shield in 2006. His company has made every list you would want to clip out of a magazine and send to your parents: Inc 500, Orlando Fastest Growing and the Best Places to Work.Brad spent 35 years in IT Sales and Marketing. He invented the world's first dishwasher-safe keyboard and mouse and founded Seal Shield with a mission to develop technology that can help prevent the spread of infections in healthcare.Connect with Brad:On his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradwhitchurch/On his company: https://sealshield.com/Don't miss out on all the good stuff that is coming your way!

Season 2 Episode # 10 Jerry Macnamara is coming from Jacksonville Beach, FloridaYou can find at jerry at jerrymacnamara.com or provenchaos.comJerry is the founder and CEO of Proven Chaos where Business is not only the economic engine of the world, but is the engine of cultural change. Jerry's mission is to positively impact a healthier, happier world where people live life on their terms, with intention, because of better business. By equipping CEOs with frameworks to lead and a support system to help, businesses will fulfill the promise to their customers, vendors, and employees.Jerry's life goal is to, “Have more fun than anyone else.” He accomplishes this goal by helping motivated people succeed by teaching them to invest in themselves, build their skill sets and understand their value propositions to unlock their potential to be great. Jerry's core beliefs include:§  Love being the ultimate Superpower.§  People want to be great. They just aren't always sure the path.§  People who know how to do something will always have a job. The person who knows “Why” will always be their boss. §  Perspective is directly proportional to quality of life. Actively cultivate a wider and deeper perspective if you hope to achieve the best in life.§  Happiness is an approach to life. Fulfillment occurs when you align actions with values and achieve success. Your life, your terms.Jerry, Welcome to the show!TOTD – “There is something in every one of you that waits and listens for the sound of genuine in yourself.  It is the only true guide you will ever have.  And if you cannot hear it, you will all of your life spend your days on the ends of strings that someone else pulls.”  Howard ThurmanIn this episode:What was life like growing up?Your life's most essential ingredient?Best thing you do for yourself?Family, wife Rachel and daughter Brooklyn and son Briggs… best part of being at home these past two years…Decision Making ProcessHomeostasisServant LeadershipOFFICE HOURS – Love the BETTER TOGETHER, is my theme this season…Traits of a great employee, teammate, partner…The importance of Building CultureLegacy Thanks for listening and enjoy the show! 

Today's guest has a long history of successfully building companies. My guest today is Jerry Macnamara.  Jerry is the Founder and CEO of Proven Chaos where he helps CEOs create compelling companies that outperform while still having quality time for themselves.  Over the course of his twenty-five-year career, Jerry has been in senior leadership positions in five different industries, from retail and manufacturing to internet and business services.  In his first company, he grew revenue from $5.9 million to $15 million in 18 months. Jerry strongly believes that business owners should love and treat their people well.  In this episode, we chat about: ●      The importance of putting systems and processes in place, ●      What it takes to build a compelling company, ●      How to create transformational relationships in the workplace, and not transactional; ●      And why a lack of leadership is the number one challenge every business needs to overcome. Let's get the show started…Full Show NotesPodcast: ThinkBusinesswithTyler.comHost: Tyler Martin Business CoachLinkedinInstagramTikTokYouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices