Executive Wins Podcast

In this inspiring interview Steven Langer shares his inspiring journey from burnout to building a successful wellness-focused entrepreneurial business, emphasizing the importance of trust, strategic pivoting, and intentional networking.

Key Takeaways

• Don’t wait to become the person you want to be
• Entrepreneurs need to be able to pivot when something isn’t working
• Building trust and credibility with decision makers is critical for speakers and trainers
• Entrepreneurs should be able to leverage their networks and ask for help
• Measure the qualitative impact you have on people to remind yourself about why you do what you do.

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In this inspiring episode Bean Gill shares her inspiring journey from adversity to leadership, focusing on building confidence and systemic change for people with disabilities.

Discover her strategies for resilience, community collaboration, and empowering others to overcome limitations.

Key Takeaways

• Know the importance of reflection and self-awareness in leadership
• Question limiting beliefs and biases
• The 'Fall, Feel, Rise, Repeat' resilience formula is a process for life
• Collaborating across organizations to amplify impact is crucial for non-profits
• Quantifying success through data and achievement boards lays the foundation for policy changes

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In this insightful episode, John Shoff shares how implementing the EOS operating system transformed his managed IT services business, enabling scalable growth and operational excellence.

Discover practical insights on leadership, process management, and strategic growth.

Key Takeaways

• Implementation of EOS in a managed IT business
• Leadership strategies for scaling
• Building effective policies and procedures
• Overcoming resistance to change
• Strategic growth during COVID-19
• Team buy-in and culture development

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In this insightful interview, Crystal Holberton shares her inspiring journey from a young entrepreneur in the cleaning industry to a tech innovator, emphasizing resilience, systematization, and leadership.

Discover how she transformed her business, overcame personal and professional challenges, and is now leveraging technology to empower independent cleaners.

Key Takeaways

• Standardized operating procedures (SOPs) are crucial for scaling and resilience
• Building a strong team and focusing on staff happiness reduces turnover
• Automation and systemization can drastically reduce working hours and stress
• Personal health crises can be mitigated with robust systems and technology
• Collaboration and community are key to entrepreneurial success.

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In this insightful interview, Jason O’Donnell share insights into what it takes to deliver an outstanding corporate headshot for leaders.

Find out the value of relaxing during a portrait shoot, along with learning about how to get into the right position to get the perfect head shot.

In addition, you’ll find out why having the right photo can be a key driver for successful leaders.

Key Takeaways

• Leaders should set aside enough time so they can relax and enjoy getting their picture taken, so they can get a better result
• When your photographer understands body language then they can coach you through the process to bring out your best
• Learning when to lower your chin, or tilt your head the right way can not only influence your photo, but it also helps leaders develop a deeper sense of self-awareness that they can take back to the office

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In this insightful interview, Raka Josan shares insights into real estate development, leadership, and the importance of values like integrity and people in achieving success. 

Discover how a long-term vision, being an investing contrarian and having strong team collaboration drive remarkable projects.

Key Takeaways

• Commercial Real Estate is a long game
• Look for value in asset classes that are on the downside
• Always maintain your integrity and values in leadership
• It’s all about people, so build and manage high-performing teams
• Strategic partnerships in financing and construction can be very successful in real estate

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In this highly insightful interview, Carolyn Campbell shares her leadership journey, strategic initiatives at Norquest College, and insights on building a vibrant, inclusive campus that transforms lives.

Discover how her arts background influences her leadership style and the future plans for Norquest.

Key Takeaways

• Have a powerful true north for your organization, so you can attract and retain the right students and staff
• “We are who we include” is the driving vision for everything they do
• Make the right capital investments to build a campus that everyone will want to be part of
• Student enrolment has grown 79% in 10 years
• Cooperate with fellow education institutions so you can grow the whole community
• Noquest ‘powers the front lines’ by building workforce ready students
• Function like a business and keep your per student costs at the right level
• Having a creative arts background can make you a better leader, especially when it comes to envisioning the future
• Risk management and operational excellence are crucial for success
• Be authentic as a leader and stay connected to your values

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In this highly insightful interview, Eric Dillon shares his insights on leadership, mentorship, and diversity in finance, emphasizing the importance of building future leaders through structured mentoring and strategic capacity building.

He also talks about the important of confidentiality in a mentor/mentee relationship, along with why having a strong network of mentees can help you build your business.

Key Takeaways

• A leader’s job is to build more leaders
• Confidentiality is essential in a mentor/mentee relationship
• Having a strong network of mentees makes future recruiting easier, especially in the banking industry
• If a mentor/mentee relationship isn’t working, then admit it and move on
• Mentoring is a two-way street and mentors can learn a great deal from mentees

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In this highly insightful interview, Shawn Kanungo shares insights on embracing failure, the importance of a North Star, and how boldness drives innovation and growth. 

Discover how to leverage failure as a learning tool, align initiatives with your core purpose, and cultivate energy for success.

Key Takeaways

• Boldness is critical for innovation
• You have to take big swings and learn from failure
• Always have a North Star and align your initiatives with that
• Calendar auditing is a great way for leaders to get back precious time
• AI can be a thought partner that drives your business
• Build a strong support network and gather mentors at the right time
• Creating a fulfilling life that fosters growth

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In this insightful interview, Kass Laboucane and Michelle Scully share their seven-year journey to building a successful and sustainable creative agency.

From finding the right mentor, to putting in systems and processes that improve staff attraction and retention, along with learning when to say no, Michelle and Kass share what it takes for creative founders to become well-rounded business owners.

Key Takeaways

• Small business owners should seek out the right mentor early in their journey
• Make sure you interview your mentor to find the right fit
• Understand what success is to you and then say no to any opportunity that doesn’t fit
• Empower your team to make decisions so they don’t always have to consult you about every little detail
• Be disciplined with your scheduling and try to have employees work at 70 to 80 percent so they have time for other things that come up and also avoid burn out
• Learn how to have uncomfortable conversations and don’t be afraid to brag about your accomplishments
• Build a business that fuels the life you want

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