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Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed, giving you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan. 

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In this episode, I sit down with Ned Tomasevic, an EOS Implementer with deep experience in private equity, search funds, and operating businesses. We talk about what leadership really looks like when the stakes are high. Ned shares lessons from distressed companies, investor-backed turnarounds, and stepping into the operator seat for the first time. We dig into motivation, core values, decision-making under pressure, and why leadership is always a human experience, not just a financial one. If you work with EOS companies navigating growth, ownership changes, or private equity involvement, this conversation offers honest insight from someone who has lived it. Let’s dive in.

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Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed, giving you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan. 

Let’s dive in!

In this episode, I sit down with Kris Snyder, an EOS Implementor and lifelong entrepreneur, who shares how a “I’m going to do it and learn from it” mindset shaped his confidence, curiosity, and ability to spot patterns across business. From developing a deep curiosity across finance, sales, marketing, and software to learning when to listen to customers and when to protect the integrity of the system, Kris explains why consistent progress matters more than perfection. Hear how embracing AI, shifting from teaching to true facilitation, and preparing for changing market dynamics are reshaping EOS, leadership, and the future of scalable, resilient businesses. 

2:37  Kris’ Early Career

10:00 Discovering EOS & Joining 90

20:02 Evolving Moats in SaaS

27:26 AI’s Impact on EOS Implementation

27:38 AI’s Future: Challenges and Adoption

43:04 Thinking 10X for Growth

49:50 The ‘Getting What You Want’ Tool

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissnyder/

90: https://www.ninety.io/ 

If you’ve been enjoying Confessions of an Implementor and want more honest conversations about leadership, growth, and real-world business challenges? I’ve got great news! 🎉 

I’m launching a brand-new show: Confessions of a Vistage Chair. In this podcast, I sit down with Vistage Chairs, former CEOs and executives who now mentor and coach business leaders through peer advisory groups. We’ll go behind the scenes of what really happens inside Vistage meetings, how Chairs guide high-stakes decision-making, and what it takes to help CEOs grow stronger companies and become better leaders.

The first episode drops on March 2nd, and you’re not going to want to miss it!

Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.

Let’s dive in!

In this episode, I sit down with Jill Young, an Expert EOS Implementer, who shares how a methodical approach to life creates the space for clarity, creativity, and personal mastery. She shares how self-awareness, integrated mind and body routines, and tools like the “hallucination journal” help visionaries stay grounded without losing their spark. Hear why grace, discipline, and the right support system turn growth into a sustainable, freeing journey.

04:13 Embracing Long Suffering

07:03 Personal Growth Through Crisis

11:18 Mindset and Physiology as Partners

16:49 The Journey to Self-Grace

22:20 Movement to Mastery: The EOS Journey

28:18 Navigating the Mechanical Phase

35:55 Coaching: Becoming Your Best Self

39:43 Discipline as True Freedom

44:31 The Hallucination Journal & What’s Next

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Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.

Let’s dive in!

In this episode, I sit down with Walt Brown, an Expert EOS Implementer, who shares how defining true core values and meeting the Seven Critical Needs creates cultures where people actually want to stay and grow. He explains how clear promises, honest measurement, and EOS tools help leaders build trust, improve engagement, and strengthen organizational health long before problems show up on the scorecard.

04:02 Entrepreneurial Journey and Origins

12:13 The Seven Critical Needs Origin

16:22 Aligning EOS with Critical Needs

20:09 Debriefing the Critical Needs Survey

26:01 Observing Organizational Health

35:17 The Power of the Promise

41:57 Making Promises and Core Values

44:35 Articulating Core Values in EOS

50:01 Challenging Core Values and Sandbags

52:51 Healthy vs. Productive Teams

56:05 Client Engagement and Services

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Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.

Let’s dive in!

In this episode, I sit down with Ann Sheu, a Certified EOS Implementer, who shares how redefining success through Free Days, family decade dreams, and “no matter what” values helped her lead with more clarity at home and at work. She explains why proactive rest, personal values, and intentional family alignment create stronger leaders, healthier relationships, and businesses that support life instead of consuming it.

05:07 Defining True Freedom

09:00 Inspiring 10-Year Targets

15:26 From Lawyer to EOS Implementer

18:00 Embracing Visionary Role: Know Thyself

22:15 Radically Different Values Approach

28:34 Individual Values Drive Team Values

32:43 Triggers & “Better Every Day” Value

36:21 Living Out Your Core Values

38:37 Common Themes and Personal Journey

41:19 Individual Work Before Family Work

45:00 Roadmaps to Family Alignment

49:10 Collaboration Cards for Household Roles

55:10 Continuous Family Re-evaluation

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Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.

Let’s dive in!

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Winters, an Expert EOS Implementer, who shares what it really means to be a visionary. He shares how clarifying decision ownership, defining personal freedom, and building the right leadership team allow visionaries to operate in their true strengths. Hear how aligning visionaries and integrators, letting go of draining work, and focusing on intrinsic genius creates healthier businesses and more fulfilling lives.

03:57 Journey to EOS Implementer

10:21 Vistage vs. EO: A Comparison

14:08 Rocket Fuel and the Visionary/Integrator Model

20:50 Visionary/Integrator Collaboration & Tie-breaker Rule

25:44 Decision-Making Frameworks

31:22 Visionary Engagement & ‘No Rocks’ Philosophy

39:14 The Visionary Trap

43:46 Sweet Spot vs. The Trap

50:08 Knowing Thyself: Exponential Freedom

56:38 Defining Freedom: Relationships & Parenting

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