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.

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In this episode, I sit down with Chris Hallberg, an EOS Implementer, who shares how trust, healthy conflict, and clear communication create the kind of team commitment he first experienced in the military. From empowering middle managers to using data for objective accountability, he explains how structure, safety, and honest dialogue help leaders strengthen their culture and elevate performance. Hear how embracing conflict, setting clear expectations, and building empowered “business sergeants” transform teams into aligned, high-performing units.

01:37 Leveraging Conflict for Growth

05:22 The Purpose of Military Structure

09:24 Leadership Lessons from Service

13:33 Commitment in Civilian vs. Military

17:17 Accelerating Team Liberation

22:56 Full Contact EOS and Mid-Managers

27:00 Empowering Mid-Managers for Success

31:39 Direct Feedback and Leadership Accountability

34:54 Introducing GoExpand: AI-Powered EOS Platform

39:10 Objective Decision-Making with GoExpand

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