In this conversation, Matt Symes and Chris Johnston discuss the principles of effective leadership and entrepreneurship through their experiences with Levership and other organizations. They emphasize the importance of focus, clarity, and alignment within leadership teams to drive business growth and transformation. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, the significance of strategic planning, and the value of co-creating solutions with teams. They also explore the concept of managing ideas and prioritization to enhance productivity and performance in businesses, particularly for small and medium enterprises. Takeaways

• Leadership combines leverage and leadership for outsized returns.
• Focus on what generates the most return for your business.
• Alignment with the leadership team is crucial for success.
• The importance of a formal management system in organizations.
• Managing ideas through a 'hopper' can enhance prioritization.
• Good strategy helps sort through business challenges.
• Transformational leadership leads to significant business results.
• The journey of entrepreneurship involves continuous learning.
• Investing time in strategy sessions is vital for business growth.