In this episode, host Justin Mihaly sits down with Nickie Froiland to discuss leadership, teamwork, and personal growth. Nickie opens up about the challenges of transitioning from a solo leader to a collaborative teammate, the importance of letting go of control, and how fostering a strong team culture has transformed her business. From hiring a CEO to empowering employees, Nickie shares valuable insights that any entrepreneur or leader can apply.

Key Topics Covered:

- The struggle of letting go of control

- Transitioning from solo leader to teammate

- The impact of hiring a CEO on business growth

- How to foster a culture of creativity and collaboration

- Balancing authority with teamwork

- The power of self-reflection and personal development

Timestamps:

- [00:00 - 00:18] - Introduction & setting the stage for today's conversation​

- [00:18 - 01:39] - Acknowledging the unseen supporters behind success​

- [01:39 - 03:24] - Shifting from a solo leader to a collaborative teammate​

- [03:24 - 04:21] - The fears and challenges of becoming a better teammate​

- [04:21 - 05:31] - Leadership struggles: "Will it get done right?"​

- [05:31 - 06:41] - The power of embracing different perspectives​

- [06:41 - 07:36] - Letting go of "my way" – the hardest leadership lesson​

- [07:36 - 08:44] - Hiring a CEO and the impact on business growth​

- [08:44 - 09:52] - How stepping back led to a surge in creativity​

- [09:52 - 11:09] - Breaking free from being "the final answer"​

- [20:49 - 22:14] - Motus Nine Ad: A business built on movement and fulfillment​

- [27:09 - 28:50] - Decision-making, impulse control, and leadership evolution​

- [40:41 - 42:29] - Final takeaways: Clarity, momentum, and self-care​

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