What if you ran your business like a college football team? That’s the question we unpack in this high-energy reunion with Desi Mayner — one of the original Coffee & Grit guests from way back in Episode 2. So much has changed since his first visit in February 2020 (pre-pandemic!), and Desi’s journey of transformation from coaching athletes to building elite business teams is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we dive into:

• Why most small businesses are structured like losing teams (and how to fix it)
• The difference between hiring thoroughbreds vs. donkeys — and why it’s costing you
• What sports and military teams can teach us about leadership, culture, and execution
• How Desi uses DISC profiles, football analogies, and simple frameworks to build better leaders
• Why vulnerability, absolute accountability, and clear expectations are non-negotiable in leadership
• And how building stronger businesses starts with building stronger people and families

This one is packed with raw stories, hard truths, and real talk about what it actually takes to lead. Whether you’re a coach, solopreneur, or leading a growing team — this episode will give you a new lens on leadership and a playbook to start building your own Super Bowl-worthy business.

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Phone: (810) 522-8931 

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Website: https://maynerleadership.com/ 
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@desimayner 
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