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Why Activating Your Company Culture Matters More than You Think
What does it take to build a company that performs at the highest level, and stays human at the core?
In this second part of my conversation with Mike Chaput, CEO of Endsight, we go beyond values-driven culture and explore the disciplines, systems and operational rhythms that make an organization truly self-sustaining.
Mike’s journey -- buying his first business at 24 with borrowed money, failing, rebuilding, and ultimately creating one of the top-performing IT support companies in the country -- gives him a rare, grounded perspective on what “enduring success” actually looks like.
Today, Endsight is a 140-person company generating $35M+ in annual revenue with a 20% EBITDA margin, putting it in the top 1% of its industry. But the most extraordinary part? Mike built it through people-first leadership, relentless clarity on core values and a deep commitment to operational excellence.
In this episode, we explore:
- Why memorable, clear, branded, and complete core values become the operating system of a healthy business
- The RSVP values framework: Respect & Connect, Servant’s Heart, Value Value, and Progress Over Comfort
- How Endsight hires for culture first, even before skills
- Using lifeline interviews to uncover ethics, motivations, and alignment
- Why avoiding a bad hire is more valuable than landing a good one
- How constraints create freedom, and why discipline unlocks creativity
- The rhythms, systems, and lean practices that operationalize excellence
- How to build a culture where people naturally take ownership and solve problems
- What leaders must understand about motive, followership, and sustainable influence
If you’re a founder, a CEO, or a leader who wants to build a company that outlives you, this conversation is full of gold.
📌 If this episode sparks insight or challenges your thinking, leave a question or reflection in the comments. This community grows through the questions we ask together.Like, subscribe, share, and most importantly… keep asking better questions.
Episode Show Notes and Deep Dive:📚 Deep Dive, Show Notes and Reference Reading: https://www.awayre.com/activate-company-culture-playbook/
Connect with Mike Chaput:🌐 Website: https://www.endsight.net🔗 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelchaput/🎞 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thechaputperspective
"The Business Philosopher Within You" Podcast:🎬🎙️📖 Website: https://www.awayre.com/business-philosopher-within-you-podcast/🦸♀️Be a Guest: https://www.awayre.com/business-philosopher-within-you-podcast-guest/
🤔 Podcast: The Business Philosopher Within You Podcast 🗓️ Published: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays📇 Episode: 34📜 Format: Full Episode📅 Date: November 26, 2025👨💼 Guest: Mike Chaput, Founder and CEO, Endsight🎙️ Host: Bhavesh Naik
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Highlights and Introduction
02:35 - Creating an Executable Value System
09:31 - Core Values as Constraining Behaviors
15:16 - Hiring for Culture and Values Vs Skill
23:06 - Cultural Orientation After Hiring
25:54 - Operationalizing Company Culture
31:41 - Achieving 20% Profit Margins
35:49 - Non-Negotiables for Success
40:43 - Impact of AI on the Future
46:08 - Human Vs AI: Insights, Perspectives and a Prediction
47:24 - Darkest Moment Reflection
53:55 - Finding Peace and Inspiration
56:45 - Lasting Words of Wisdom and Getting In Touch
~~~
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn (Thank You!): https://www.patreon.com/yuriisemchyshyn
~~~
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By Bhavesh NaikWhat does it take to build a company that performs at the highest level, and stays human at the core?
In this second part of my conversation with Mike Chaput, CEO of Endsight, we go beyond values-driven culture and explore the disciplines, systems and operational rhythms that make an organization truly self-sustaining.
Mike’s journey -- buying his first business at 24 with borrowed money, failing, rebuilding, and ultimately creating one of the top-performing IT support companies in the country -- gives him a rare, grounded perspective on what “enduring success” actually looks like.
Today, Endsight is a 140-person company generating $35M+ in annual revenue with a 20% EBITDA margin, putting it in the top 1% of its industry. But the most extraordinary part? Mike built it through people-first leadership, relentless clarity on core values and a deep commitment to operational excellence.
In this episode, we explore:
- Why memorable, clear, branded, and complete core values become the operating system of a healthy business
- The RSVP values framework: Respect & Connect, Servant’s Heart, Value Value, and Progress Over Comfort
- How Endsight hires for culture first, even before skills
- Using lifeline interviews to uncover ethics, motivations, and alignment
- Why avoiding a bad hire is more valuable than landing a good one
- How constraints create freedom, and why discipline unlocks creativity
- The rhythms, systems, and lean practices that operationalize excellence
- How to build a culture where people naturally take ownership and solve problems
- What leaders must understand about motive, followership, and sustainable influence
If you’re a founder, a CEO, or a leader who wants to build a company that outlives you, this conversation is full of gold.
📌 If this episode sparks insight or challenges your thinking, leave a question or reflection in the comments. This community grows through the questions we ask together.Like, subscribe, share, and most importantly… keep asking better questions.
Episode Show Notes and Deep Dive:📚 Deep Dive, Show Notes and Reference Reading: https://www.awayre.com/activate-company-culture-playbook/
Connect with Mike Chaput:🌐 Website: https://www.endsight.net🔗 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelchaput/🎞 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thechaputperspective
"The Business Philosopher Within You" Podcast:🎬🎙️📖 Website: https://www.awayre.com/business-philosopher-within-you-podcast/🦸♀️Be a Guest: https://www.awayre.com/business-philosopher-within-you-podcast-guest/
🤔 Podcast: The Business Philosopher Within You Podcast 🗓️ Published: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays📇 Episode: 34📜 Format: Full Episode📅 Date: November 26, 2025👨💼 Guest: Mike Chaput, Founder and CEO, Endsight🎙️ Host: Bhavesh Naik
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Highlights and Introduction
02:35 - Creating an Executable Value System
09:31 - Core Values as Constraining Behaviors
15:16 - Hiring for Culture and Values Vs Skill
23:06 - Cultural Orientation After Hiring
25:54 - Operationalizing Company Culture
31:41 - Achieving 20% Profit Margins
35:49 - Non-Negotiables for Success
40:43 - Impact of AI on the Future
46:08 - Human Vs AI: Insights, Perspectives and a Prediction
47:24 - Darkest Moment Reflection
53:55 - Finding Peace and Inspiration
56:45 - Lasting Words of Wisdom and Getting In Touch
~~~
Music by Yrii Semchyshyn (Thank You!): https://www.patreon.com/yuriisemchyshyn
~~~