The High Performance Herd

In this conversation, Michael Giaramita shares his journey of building high-performance teams through his company, Group PMX. He discusses the challenges faced in the early days of the business, the importance of collaboration and leadership, and how a strong company culture has contributed to their success. Michael emphasizes the need for shared goals and effective communication to overcome obstacles in project management, ultimately leading to successful outcomes.
They discuss the joy of winning together, the significance of building a strong team, and the need for effective organizational structures. Michael shares insights on evolving leadership roles, succession planning, and the lessons he has learned throughout his journey in the construction industry. The conversation also emphasizes the value of embracing technology and maintaining a positive culture to drive business growth.

I hope you enjoyed this episode of The High-Performance Herd!
– David and The High-Performance Herd Podcast Team :)

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Navigating an ESOP transition to firing the wrong leader and rebuilding alignment from the ground up, Christy Kovac, President and CEO of Sheridan Construction, shares the hidden truth about what it really takes to scale from 50 million to 120 million in revenue without losing culture, performance, or control.

In this powerful conversation on high performance leadership, business growth, and team accountability, Christy reveals how implementing EOS, redefining expectations, and embracing bold decision making transformed Sheridan Construction into a multi office, employee owned construction company operating across Georgia and beyond.

This is not theory. This is real world CEO leadership, succession planning, and operational excellence in action.

If you care about entrepreneurship, scaling a business, executive leadership, company culture, or building high performance teams, this episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately.
I hope you enjoyed this episode of The High-Performance Herd!
– David and The High-Performance Herd Podcast team :)

Connect with me: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-quick-leadership-coaching/

Listen to The High-Performance Herd on these podcast platforms: 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jjo3iCYhMkK7OSnPc19SE
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-performance-herd/id1874589807
Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/712017ad-55b4-427e-8c88-4942bfb5f1ad

#HighPerformanceHerd #DavidQuick #LeadershipCoaching #CEOCoaching #ExecutiveLeadership #ScalingBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamPerformance #CEOBurnout #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipStrategy #FounderJourney #TeamAlignment #ExecutiveCoaching #BusinessLeadership
The High-Performance Herd is a podcast for CEOs and founders who refuse to sacrifice everything for success. Hosted by David Quick, an executive coach who's been in the CEO seat three times and coached over 1,500 leaders, each episode features candid peer conversations with business leaders navigating the messy reality of scaling teams, building high-performing cultures, and leading without burning out.
David brings a bull's perspective to leadership—focused on multiplying impact without multiplying hours, building teams that perform without constant direction, and thriving rather than just surviving. Whether you're a bottleneck CEO where everything runs through you, managing a disconnected leadership team, or working 60-70 hour weeks wondering if there's a better way, this podcast delivers practical insights from leaders who've found their path from overextended operator to empowered leader.

In this conversation, David Quick and Mike Falk discuss Mike's journey from serving in the Navy to founding Falk PLI, a company that innovates in the steel industry using advanced 3D laser technology. They explore themes of leadership, team inspiration, and the importance of building a strong company culture. Mike shares insights on scaling the business, hiring diverse talent, and the challenges of growth. The conversation emphasizes the need for continuous improvement and the lessons learned throughout Mike's entrepreneurial journey.
I hope you enjoyed this episode of The High-Performance Herd!
– David and The High-Performance Herd Podcast team :)

Connect with me: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-quick-leadership-coaching/

Listen to The High-Performance Herd on these podcast platforms: 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jjo3iCYhMkK7OSnPc19SE
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-performance-herd/id1874589807
Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/712017ad-55b4-427e-8c88-4942bfb5f1ad

#HighPerformanceHerd #DavidQuick #LeadershipCoaching #CEOCoaching #ExecutiveLeadership #ScalingBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamPerformance #CEOBurnout #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipStrategy #FounderJourney #TeamAlignment #ExecutiveCoaching #BusinessLeadership
The High-Performance Herd is a podcast for CEOs and founders who refuse to sacrifice everything for success. Hosted by David Quick, an executive coach who's been in the CEO seat three times and coached over 1,500 leaders, each episode features candid peer conversations with business leaders navigating the messy reality of scaling teams, building high-performing cultures, and leading without burning out.
David brings a bull's perspective to leadership—focused on multiplying impact without multiplying hours, building teams that perform without constant direction, and thriving rather than just surviving. Whether you're a bottleneck CEO where everything runs through you, managing a disconnected leadership team, or working 60-70 hour weeks wondering if there's a better way, this podcast delivers practical insights from leaders who've found their path from overextended operator to empowered leader.

In this conversation, Justin Cramer shares his journey into leadership and entrepreneurship, detailing the founding and growth of ProShip, a leading high-speed multi-carrier shipping software company. He discusses the importance of building a strong team, the challenges of decision-making in growth, and the significance of company culture. Justin emphasizes the need for effective communication, the management of tech debt, and the value of teaching others to foster leadership within the organization. He outlines his vision for sustainable growth and the impact of ProShip on the shipping industry.

I hope you enjoyed this episode of The High-Performance Herd!
– David and The High-Performance Herd Podcast team :)

Connect with me: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-quick-leadership-coaching/

Listen to The High-Performance Herd on these podcast platforms: 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jjo3iCYhMkK7OSnPc19SE
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-performance-herd/id1874589807
Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/712017ad-55b4-427e-8c88-4942bfb5f1ad

#HighPerformanceHerd #DavidQuick #LeadershipCoaching #CEOCoaching #ExecutiveLeadership #ScalingBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamPerformance #CEOBurnout #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipStrategy #FounderJourney #TeamAlignment #ExecutiveCoaching #BusinessLeadership
The High-Performance Herd is a podcast for CEOs and founders who refuse to sacrifice everything for success. Hosted by David Quick, an executive coach who's been in the CEO seat three times and coached over 1,500 leaders, each episode features candid peer conversations with business leaders navigating the messy reality of scaling teams, building high-performing cultures, and leading without burning out.
David brings a bull's perspective to leadership—focused on multiplying impact without multiplying hours, building teams that perform without constant direction, and thriving rather than just surviving. Whether you're a bottleneck CEO where everything runs through you, managing a disconnected leadership team, or working 60-70 hour weeks wondering if there's a better way, this podcast delivers practical insights from leaders who've found their path from overextended operator to empowered leader.

In this episode of The High Performance Herd, host David Quick sits down with Matt Aston, CEO of GPRS, to unpack what it truly takes to build and scale a high-performance organization.

Matt shares his journey from launching a small utility locating business to leading GPRS, a company with nearly a thousand employees specializing in utility locating and concrete scanning. This conversation dives deep into leadership, team dynamics, and the hard decisions required for sustainable growth.

You’ll hear powerful insights on why hiring for character over skill creates stronger teams, how transparency and healthy conflict fuel performance, and why great leaders focus on unlocking potential in others. Matt also breaks down the importance of vision, agility, and continuous improvement when scaling a business.

Whether you’re a business owner, leader, or entrepreneur focused on growth, hiring, and business strategy, this episode delivers practical lessons you can apply immediately.

🔑 Key Takeaways

Leadership is about recognizing and developing potential in others

Hiring for character matters more than hiring for skill

Strong teams are the foundation of high-performance businesses

Transparency and healthy conflict improve team dynamics

Understanding roles is essential for organizational success

Growth requires difficult but necessary conversations

Vision, agility, and continuous improvement drive long-term success

We hope you enjoyed this episode of The High-Performance Herd!
– David and The High-Performance Herd Podcast team :)

Connect with me: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-quick-leadership-coaching/

Listen to The High-Performance Herd on these podcast platforms: 
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jjo3iCYhMkK7OSnPc19SE
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-high-performance-herd/id1874589807
Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/712017ad-55b4-427e-8c88-4942bfb5f1ad

#HighPerformanceHerd #DavidQuick #LeadershipCoaching #CEOCoaching #ExecutiveLeadership #ScalingBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamPerformance #CEOBurnout #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipStrategy #FounderJourney #TeamAlignment #ExecutiveCoaching #BusinessLeadership
The High-Performance Herd is a podcast for CEOs and founders who refuse to sacrifice everything for success. Hosted by David Quick, an executive coach who's been in the CEO seat three times and coached over 1,500 leaders, each episode features candid peer conversations with business leaders navigating the messy reality of scaling teams, building high-performing cultures, and leading without burning out.
David brings a bull's perspective to leadership—focused on multiplying impact without multiplying hours, building teams that perform without constant direction, and thriving rather than just surviving. Whether you're a bottleneck CEO where everything runs through you, managing a disconnected leadership team, or working 60-70 hour weeks wondering if there's a better way, this podcast delivers practical insights from leaders who've found their path from overextended operator to empowered leader.