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Ep 925The Shift of Leadership with Bill George - Author of True North
Leadership is changing, it comes in many forms, and right now, we are in the middle of a significant shift of leadership. Many examples of the shift in leadership don't fit the stereotypical image of positional power. Old models of commanding control are no longer working, and managers who can't adapt to this shift are resigning or retiring. Today's guest is Bill George, former chairman and CEO of Medtronic. Bill is a renowned leadership expert and the author of True North: Leading Authentically in Today's Workplace, Emerging Leader Edition. The book is filled with dramatic stories from successful leaders of how they overcame great challenges to build highly successful organizations. In this episode, Bill talks about the shift of leadership and the importance of focusing on frontline employees. He also talks about how introspective leaders are a purposeful and more effective type of leaders. Discover different models of leadership that can help you become a better leader and work well with others. Get the show notes for The Shift of Leadership with Bill George - Author of True North Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #BillGeorge with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBillGeorge #ShiftofLeadership #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2022 #GHepisode925 #AuthorofTrueNorth #renownedleadershipexpert Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 924Strong Culture and Retaining Talented Employees with Corbin Wrights at REPLI
A core element of a strong culture is retaining talented employees. With the low unemployment rates and expensive employee turnover costs, the focus on retaining talented employees is vitally important for business owners and leaders. Today's guest is Corbin Wrights, founder, and CEO at REPLI. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1376 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. REPLI is a fast-growing property tech company that develops software solutions for multifamily organizations. From custom community websites to renter-focused ad funnels – REPLI helps multifamily owners and managers create unforgettable digital experiences for their future and current residents. In this episode, Corbin talks about retaining talented employees and what it takes to be a leader that can. He also talks about the importance of value alignment and how it helps the company to succeed. Learn how having the right team in place can make a difference. Get the show notes for Strong Culture and Retaining Talented Employees with Corbin Wrights at REPLI Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #CorbinWrights with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttCorbinWrights #RetainingTalentedEmployees #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2022 #GHepisode924 #techcompany #customwebsites Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 923How to Build a Confident Team for Massive Growth with Brett Stevens at FOHSE
Your team matters more than you know, and as a leader, you'll have to play a more direct role in ensuring the team works well together. One of the most important roles is helping them improve their confidence. Part of the ways on how to build a confident team is to empower them and build them up emotionally. Today we ask our guest, Brett Stevens, founder, and CEO of FOHSE, Inc., to join us for a conversation on how to build a confident team. Inc Magazine ranked his company #19 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list with 14,708% 3-Year Growth. FOHSE. is a rising star in indoor horticulture lighting application and research. They are the leading manufacturer of high-performance LED grow lights designed for cannabis cultivation. In this episode, Brett shares how to build a confident team and what does it takes to create high-level growth. He also talks about the importance of hiring people with emotional maturity. Discover these most effective strategies to maximize your company's growth. Get the show notes for How to Build a Confident Team for Massive Growth with Brett Stevens at FOHSE Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #BrettStevens with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBrettStevens #HowtoBuildaConfidentTeam #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2022 #GHepisode923 #LEDgrowlightsdesigned #CannabisCultivation Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 922Two Ways to Improve Organizational Alignment Across a Team - Behind the Scenes
To improve alignment within the organization is a powerful strategy. It helps achieve goals faster, overcome challenges, and create a unifying workplace culture. To do this effectively, you have to start with a strong foundation. Tune in to this special episode and discover ways to improve organizational alignment across your team. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach with over ten years of experience working with CEOs and their executive teams. I have developed frameworks and insights to help you and your company grow. In this special episode, I shared ways to improve alignment across a team and why every company needs to implement them. Learn different leadership development strategies that would create growth for your company. Get the show notes for Two Ways to Improve Organizational Alignment Across a Team - Behind the Scenes Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Growth Think Tank - Behind the Scenes @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/btsGeneHammett922 #ImproveAlignment #BehindTheScene #GeneHammettPodcast #Leadership #GHepisode922 #Podcasts #Frameworks #Insights Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 921A 3 Year Revenue Growth of 14,016% by Having the Right Culture with Marie Nicole Clothing
Throughout the years, successful businesses have learned the importance of having the right culture in a company. Culture matters, and it makes every company unique. Having the right culture builds trust, respect, and the opportunity for employees to participate in shared values and passion. Today's guest is Jane Zhu, Founder, and CEO of Marie Nicole Clothing, together with their HR Manager Emily Moses. Inc Magazine ranked her company #23 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list with 14,106% 3-Year Growth. Marie Nicole Clothing is a children's clothing company providing adorable, affordable, and comfortable attire. Its mission is to bring high-quality children's clothing directly from the manufacturer to your doorstep, without additional costs. In this episode, Jane shares the importance of having the right culture and why it's essential to a company's success. She also talked about creating a safe place for her employees and how it can foster new levels of creativity in the workplace. Discover the importance of hiring the right professional and how it became a key factor to their growth as a company. Get the show notes for A 3 Year Revenue Growth of 14,016% by Having the Right Culture with Marie Nicole Clothing Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #JaneZhu #EmilyMoses with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJaneZhuEmilyMoses #HavingTheRightCulture #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode921 #GeneHammett #ChildrenClothing Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 920How to End the Cycle of Overwhelm - Special Episode
As a leader, your to-do list can be overwhelming. The constant feeling that you're running behind and that what you're doing is not enough. Feeling the cycle of overwhelm is often the initial sign that things are not sustainable. It can disrupt your work-life balance and produces high levels of physical and emotional stress. If you feel like your life is spinning out of control, tune in to this special episode and discover how to End the Cycle of Overwhelm. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach, and my job is to help YOU grow as a leader. After studying the leadership of fast-growth companies — the Inc 5000 — I have discovered how their approach to leadership activates growth. In this special episode, I shared techniques that will help leaders end the cycle of overwhelm and how the change begins with yourself. Learn different thinking habits and how they would make a big difference. Get the show notes for How to End the Cycle of Overwhelm - Special Episode Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank #SpecialEpisode with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeneHammett920 #CycleofOverwhelm #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode920 #GeneHammett #EndtheCycleofOverwhelm Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 919Give Employees Space to Think Differently with Tom Wheelwright at WealthAbility
An effective leader knows it is necessary to give employees space and time to innovate. Give employees space to think, share ideas, and create ways to solve problems. Leadership is about supporting the people around you, empowering them, and allowing them to contribute their knowledge so that the team can become more than the sum of its parts. Today's guest is Tom Wheelwright, founder, and CEO of WealthAbility and Best-Selling Author of Tax-Free Wealth. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3326 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. WealthAbility is a financial education company equipping entrepreneurs and investors with the information and systems they need to reduce taxes legally. Tom shares how he gives employees space to think, and it helps them develop leaders faster. He also talked about allowing employees to think differently within the workplace to boost creativity and productivity and improve motivation. Discover how getting people to own it helped them to grow. Get the show notes for Give Employees Space to Think Differently with Tom Wheelwright at WealthAbility Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #TomWheelwright with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttTomWheelwright #GiveEmployeesSpace #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode919 #financialeducationcompany #CPA #taxexpert Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 918How Leaders Can Prevent Quiet Quitting - Special Episode
Quiet Quitting is about doing the bare minimum at work. It's about doing what is only required of you without telling your boss you're leaving. In this special episode, our CEO, Amanda Hammett, joins us for a conversation on what leaders should know about Quiet Quitting and how to prevent it in the workplace. Amanda is an expert on young leaders in the workforce and the host of the Next Generation Rockstars podcast. She talks with millennials and their leaders to see what is working to create rockstars in today's ever-changing workforce. In this episode, we will share some insights on how to recognize and prevent quiet quitting as a leader of a fast-growing company. Discover the most common reasons why Quiet Quitting happens and why investing in your leaders is necessary. Learn the key areas you need to focus on if you want your leaders to be well-equipped in this pivotal situation. Get the show notes for How Leaders Can Prevent Quiet Quitting - Special Episode Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #AmandaHammett with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttAmandaHammett918 #QuietQuitters #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode918 #boomers #genX #millennials #genZ Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 917The Principles of Leadership that Drive Growth with Joseph Hansen at Buy Box Experts
Leadership principles are essential for management professionals to have so they can accomplish their business goals. While there are several styles of leadership and unique theories, all great leaders have similar leadership principles that help them find success. Today's guest is Joseph Hansen, founder and CEO of Buy Box Experts. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2186 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Buy Box Experts is a marketing agency for medium to large online sellers and investors of businesses selling on Amazon. They provide website owners and Marketplace sellers with strategic and technical expertise to increase sales velocity and profitability. In this episode, Joseph shares some essential leadership principles that would help you grow your business and how being authentic helps drive company culture. He also talked about the importance of values, how he organizes them into core values and aspirations, and why he does it that way. Discover why having self-awareness is crucial and why it is considered one of the fundamental parts of leadership strengths. Get the show notes for The Principles of Leadership that Drive Growth with Joseph Hansen at Buy Box Experts Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #JosephHansen with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJosephHansen #PrinciplesofLeadership #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode917 #marketingagency #investorsofbusinesses #Amazon Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 916Setting Up the Right Culture for Growth with Chintan Shah at Brainvire Infotech
Having the right culture makes all the difference. Successful companies typically have to put a great deal of attention into setting up the right culture that aligns with their mission, vision, and values. Setting up the right culture is hugely important to the success and overall health of your company, people, and customers. For it boosts productivity, decreases turnover, and improves employee engagement. Today's guest is Chintan Shah, founder, and CEO of Brainvire Infotech. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2261 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Brainvire Infotech is a reliable IT consultancy and Digital Enabler that has transformed many businesses. They are committed to offering time-tested contributions by innovation in the field of Information technology. In this episode, Chintan talks about setting up the right culture, and a lot of this comes from his background of an entrepreneurial family. He also shares how a company can thrive by putting people first and the importance of hiring people with the right attitude if you want the right culture. Get the show notes for Setting Up the Right Culture for Growth with Chintan Shah at Brainvire Infotech Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #ChintanShah with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttChintanShah #SettingUpTheRightCulture #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode916 #ITconsultancy #DigitalEnabler Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 915Building Trust in a Team Environment with Charles Feltman - Cycle of Commitment
Trust is the foundation of company success. Building trust in a team is just as important as building your brand. Employees must believe in each other. Because when they don't, communication, teamwork, and performance inevitably suffer. Today's guest is Charles Feltman, founder, and owner of Insight Coaching. Insight Coaching is a sole proprietorship that has been in business in California since founded in 1992. They served a wide variety of individuals and companies with coaching, consulting, and training. Charles brings us decades of experience and practical insight into building trust in a team. He talks about every leader's role in building trust in the team and how it is up to the leader to make the first move to earn the trust of their followers. Not only does the leader have to earn trust, but the leader also has to grant trust to others, so they feel empowered to act responsibly and with authority to achieve the goals set before them. Discover why psychological safety plays a dominant role in highly effective teams. Get the show notes for Building Trust in a Team Environment with Charles Feltman - Cycle of Commitment Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #ChrisPrefontaine with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttCharlesFeltman #BuildingTrustinaTeam #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode915 #ExecutiveCoach Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 914Getting Everybody Aligned Creates Growth with Chris Prefontaine at Wicked Smart
Leaders all across the world would say that one of the most important aspects in creating the kind of growth that is necessary is getting everyone in the company aligned. Every leader should start looking at the bigger picture and understand everyone's role within the company. Good employee alignment is essential to helping employees stay focused and maximizing profits for the company. Today's guest is Chris Prefontaine, CEO, and founder of Wicked Smart. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3938 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Wicked Smart empowers individuals and families to create the life of their dreams. They encourage aspiring investors and entrepreneurs to take the first step towards creating REAL income with real estate. In this episode, Chris shares how the company grew together at the same rate and direction. We also discuss how sharing customer stories on how their life was changed and the impact the team has made on them kept employees aligned. Get the show notes for Getting Everybody Aligned Creates Growth with Chris Prefontaine at Wicked Smart Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #ChrisPrefontaine with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttChrisPrefontaine #GettingEveryoneAligned #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode914 #DBASmartRealEstateCoach #RealEstateCoach Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 913Leaders treat employees like internal customers with Matthew Davis at Davis Business Law
Always treat your employees precisely as you want them to treat your best customers. Employees who believe that leaders are concerned about them as a whole person, not just an employee, are more productive, more satisfied, and more fulfilled. Satisfied employees mean satisfied customers, which leads to profitability. Today's guest is Matthew Davis, CEO, and Owner of Davis Business Law. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2987 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Davis Law is a group of dedicated general counsel and litigation experts for business clients of all sizes. Their goal is to provide a solid foundation for growth while preventing and eliminating legal problems. They transform how companies operate by enhancing and systematizing procedures to minimize legal mishaps and maximize growth. Matthew shares how he treats employees like internal customers and gives them a work-life balance. We discuss why it's important in growing your business and retaining employees. Discover how to take your business to the next level and continue to grow in scale the way you want it to. Get the show notes for Leaders treat employees like internal customers with Matthew Davis at Davis Business Law Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #MatthewDavis with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttMatthewDavis #Leaderstreatemployees #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode913 #BusinessLaw #businesslawyers Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 912Leading Employees To Solve Their Own Problems with Lee Deaner at Leading Edge Training Solutions
Every leader I know wants their employees to solve their own problems. Leaders who solve problems for their people are considered micro managers. When employees solve their own problems, they feel more empowered. Today's guest is Lee Deaner, Founder & CEO at Leading Edge Training Solutions. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2207 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Leading Edge Training Solutions helps companies both large and small take huge steps forward in how they reach, train, and inform their sales force. They build highly customized virtual programs that are learner focused and utilize a combination of technology, production, and web conferencing platforms in unconventional ways. Lee shares his thoughts on how employees think and solve their challenges. We discuss how mistakes are a necessary part of the innovation process because from mistakes comes learning. Discover how to shift your leadership so that employees solve their own problems. Get the show notes for Leading Employees To Solve Their Own Problems with Lee Deaner at Leading Edge Training Solutions Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #LeeDeaner with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttLeeDeaner #EmployeesToSolveTheirOwn Problems #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode912 #webconferencingplatforms Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 911Leadership Styles that Drive Growth with Brandon Knudsen at Ziggi's Coffee
Leadership comes in many shapes, forms, and people. Across the history, many great leaders have emerged with exceptional leadership styles in providing guidance, executing plans, and motivating people. Today's guest is Brandon Knudsen, Co-Founder & CEO at Ziggi's Coffee. Inc Magazine ranked its company #1421 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Ziggi's Coffee is a leading specialty coffee shop and drive-thru franchise with 50 locations nationwide. Dedicated to serving only the finest sustainably-sourced coffee, uniquely handcrafted drinks, and amazing locally-made breakfast, lunch, and snack options. Brandon Knudsen shares his thoughts on leadership styles. Discover how different leadership styles apply to driving the growth of the company. We discuss how he overcame challenges and the things he learned along the way. Get the show notes for Leadership Styles that Drive Growth with Brandon Knudsen at Ziggi's Coffee Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #BrandonKnudsen with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBrandonKnudsen #LeadershipStyles #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode911 #coffeeshop #drivethrufranchise Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 910The Leadership Mindset Drives Growth with Nathan Miller at Rentec Direct
Leadership mindset is very important for the growth of the company. It involves having certain attitudes, beliefs, and expectations that create the foundation of who you are, how you lead others, and how you interact with and influence your colleagues. Today's guest is Nathan Miller, Founder & CEO at Rentec Direct. Inc Magazine ranked its company #2887 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Rentec Direct serves as a web-based, full-featured property management software for landlords and property managers. Nathan shares his thoughts on how leadership mindset drives growth. We discuss the importance of employees and creating a family culture. We dived into the some core aspects of leadership mindset to help employees be a stronger leader and drive growth for the company. Get the show notes for The Leadership Mindset Drives Growth with Nathan Miller at Rentec Direct Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #NathanMiller with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttNathanMiller #LeadershipMindsetDrivesGrowth #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode910 #propertymanagementsoftware Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 909Building a Culture that is an Ambitious, Fun, and Exciting with Ahad Khan at Kajabi
Every leader knows that culture is essential. Building a culture matters not just to the employees but also impacts the company's financials. The companies on the Inc 5000 typically have put a great deal of attention on building a culture that aligns with the company's mission, vision, and values. Today's guest is Ahad Khan, CEO at Kajabi. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1136 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Kajabi is an all-in-one platform streamlining online business management, providing access to a client's website, products, marketing, community, and more from a single dashboard. Ahad shares his thoughts on building a culture. We discuss how to make work exciting and why that matters to the bottom line. Discover how building a culture leads to a more aligned company. Get the show notes for Building a Culture that is an Ambitious, Fun, and Exciting with Ahad Khan at Kajabi Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #AhadKhan with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttAhadKhan #BuildingACulture #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode909 #allinoneplatform #singledashboard Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 908Growth Comes From Being Relentlessly Focused with Patrick Ghilani at MRI Software
Distractions don't just pull us away from our work. They impede us on personal growth. As you grow your company, being relentlessly focused becomes even more critical than when you started. Today's guest is Patrick Ghilani, Chief Executive Officer at MRI Software LLC. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2820 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. MRI Software is a leading real estate software solution provider that transforms communities' lives, works, and plays. Patrick shares his thoughts on being relentlessly focused and why it matters. We talk about what gets in the way of focus. Discover the mindset changes required to being relentlessly focused. Get the show notes for Growth Comes From Being Relentlessly Focused with Patrick Ghilani at MRI Software Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #PatrickGhilani with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttPatrickGhilani #BeingRelentlesslyFocused #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode908 #realestate #realestatesoftware Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 907Leading Remote Teams in Today's Workplace with Alex Faust at Growth Institute
The future requires you to embrace remote work. Leading remote teams is a new skill set that has emerged over the last few years. Some of the leadership strategies that used to work just don't anymore. Today's guest is Alex Faust, COO & Orchestrator at Growth Institute. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3952 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Growth Institute is the premiere online training company for mid-market companies around the world. Alex gives you insights on leading remote teams. We look at things you have to unlearn from old styles of leadership. Discover the skills of leading remote teams in this interview. Get the show notes for Leading Remote Teams in Today's Workplace with Alex Faust at Growth Institute Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #AlexFaust with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttAlexFaust #Leadingremoteteams #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode907 #onlinetrainingcompany Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 906Scaling Your Business a Different Take with Craig Swanson
Scaling your business is often the goal. This means growth in revenue, optimizing your systems, and developing authentic leaders. When scaling your business the right way, you get to experience the full potential of your business. Today's guest is Craig Swanson, Partner at KaisaFit. KaisaFit is partnering with personal trainer, fitness educator, and social media influencer Kaisa Keranen, they are building JUST MOVE, an online fitness platform with hundreds of on-demand, at-home workouts that fit any mood, any activity level, and anybody. Craig discusses scaling your business and the strategies that matter the most. He outlines what gets in the way of growth. Discover the keys to scaling your business. Get the show notes for Scaling Your Business a Different Take with Craig Swanson Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #CraigSwanson with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttCraigSwanson #ScalingYourBusiness #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode906 #growthinrevenue #optimizingyoursystems Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 905Reimagining Company Culture with Michel Falcon at Brasa Peruvian Kitchen
Reimagining company culture will allow you to create the company of your dreams. Having a company that people love and know how to do the job passionately requires authentic leadership. Today's guest is Michel Falcon, Founder, CEO at Brasa Peruvian Kitchen. Brasa Peruvian Kitchen is a fast-casual restaurant serving everyday salads and warm bowls with real Peruvian flavours. Their menu has been designed by Peruvian-born chefs from Toronto and New York. Their menu is "flavour-first" supported by nutrient-dense ingredients and full meals you can eat daily. Michel and I talk about reimagining company culture. He shares how he changed the game in an industry with a high turnover. When reimagining company culture, you have to start with your leadership. Get the show notes for Reimagining Company Culture with Michel Falcon at Brasa Peruvian Kitchen Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #MichelFalcon with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttMichelFalcon #ReimaginingCompanyCulture #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode905 #fastcasualrestaurant #Peruvianflavours Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 904Being Honest with Your Team is a Path to Growth with Brian Burke at SellYourMac.com
Being an honest leader may seem like a given. However, being honest with your team is not for every leader. Many leaders don't like to share the bad news. I believe in transparency. Today's guest is Brian Burke, Chief Mac Man at SellYourMac.com. Inc Magazine ranked its company #4794 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. SellYourMac.com is a trusted buyer and seller of used Apple products, through a simple online platform. Brian gives you insights on being honest with your team. We discuss why leaders must be transparent. We also look at what gets in the way of being honest. Get the show notes for Being Honest with Your Team is a Path to Growth with Brian Burke at SellYourMac.com Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #BrianBurke with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBrianBurke #BeingHonestWithYourTeam #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode904 #buyerandseller #Appleproducts Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 903The Mindset of Improvement with George Breiwa at DynaVap
How you think matters more than you know. What you do is essential, and it all comes from your mindset for improvement. Today's guest is George Breiwa, Founder of DynaVap. Inc Magazine ranked its company #1084 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. DynaVap is a manufacturer of aromatherapy vaporizers that can use nearly any available heat source. DynaVap was born with the primary goal of creating simple, battery-free Thermal Extraction Devices (TEDs). George discusses his mindset of improvement and how it relates to company growth. If you want to evolve, you have to be willing to change how you think. Having a mindset of improvement gives you the power to grow. Get the show notes for The Mindset of Improvement with George Breiwa at DynaVap Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #GeorgeBreiwa with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeorgeBreiwa #MindsetofImprovement #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode903 #aromatherapyvaporizers #ThermalExtractionDevices Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 902Keeping the Right Talent with Josh Becerra at Augurian
Keeping the right talent will give you an edge in company growth. The job market right now is insane. When you have the strategies, your people are aligned with your company's mission. Today's guest is Josh Becerra, President and Founding Partner at Augurian. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1976 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Augurian was founded to give digital marketing executives confidence in their marketing investments. Josh and I talk about keeping the right talent and why it matters if you want to grow your company. We share the strategies that are working right now. Discover how keeping the right talent says more about your leadership than your business. Get the show notes for Keeping the Right Talent with Josh Becerra at Augurian Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #JoshBecerra with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJoshBecerra #KeepingtheRightTalent #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode902 #digitalmarketing #marketinginvestments Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 901Keep the Culture with Remote Workers with Ryan Thogmartin at DISRUPT Media Group
Employees are demanding flexibility. Flexibility can work, but it causes specific challenges. One big challenge is how to keep the culture with remote workers. Today's guest is Ryan Thogmartin, Owner & CEO at DISRUPT Media. Inc Magazine ranked his company #4740 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. DISRUPT Media is a full-service social media management and content agency dedicated to the funeral profession. Ryan shares how to keep culture with remote workers in today's marketplace. We discuss the strategies that are working. Discover the keys to keep the culture with remote workers in this interview. Get the show notes for Keep the Culture with Remote Workers with Ryan Thogmartin at DISRUPT Media Group Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #RyanThogmartin with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttRyanThogmartin #KeeptheCulturewithRemoteWorkers #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode901 #socialmediamanagement #contentagency Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 900How to Develop Your Leaders - What it is Missing with Gene Hammett and Amanda Hammett
This is our 900th episode of the podcast. We celebrate by asking our CEO, Amanda Hammett, to join us for a conversation on how to develop your leaders. Amanda is an expert on young leaders in the workforce. She has been leading our leadership development program over the last three years. We explore the data we have collected and discuss three essential elements in how to develop your leaders. We share some insights about self-evaluation that we think are important. Learn the key areas you need to focus on if you want to develop your emerging leaders. Discover how to develop your leaders in this special episode of the podcast. Get the show notes for How to Develop Your Leaders - What it is Missing with Gene Hammett and Amanda Hammett Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #AmandaHammett with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttAmandaHammett #HowtoDevelopYourLeaders #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode900 #emergingleaders #difficultconversations Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 899Alignment on Vision is Required for Fast-Growth with George Baker at ParkHub
Getting your people on the same page is a phrase we often hear. What they mean is having alignment on vision of the company's future. From there, you get alignment on strategy and projects that build momentum. Today's guest is George Baker, Founder, Chairman & CEO at ParkHub. Inc Magazine ranked its company #3172 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. ParkHub.com is a complete parking ecosystem that offers premiere enterprise solutions to the industry's top management and operating companies. George talks about alignment on vision and why it matters. Discover how you create alignment on vision that drives your business forward. Get the show notes for Alignment on Vision is Required for Fast-Growth with George Baker at ParkHub Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #GeorgeBaker with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeorgeBaker #AlignmentonVision #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode899 #completeparkingecosystem Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 898Culture First Drives Growth with Brett Curry at OMG Commerce
Every business is stretched in many directions and has competing priorities. In this interview, we look at a new concept for many leaders - being a culture first organization. Today's guest is Brett Curry, CEO at OMG Commerce. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1651 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. OMG Commerce is a digital marketing agency specializing in e-commerce strategies and tactics that grow traffic and result in increased ad conversions. Brett and I share why culture first is a movement you want to pay attention to. We look at the essential elements of culture first so you can integrate what makes sense for you. Discover how culture first can change your current strategy and bottom line. Get the show notes for Culture First Drives Growth with Brett Curry at OMG Commerce Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #BrettCurry with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBrettCurry #CultureFirst #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode897 #digitalmarketingagency #ecommercestrategies Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 897Attracting Quality People and Excellent Levels of Service with Peter Green at MASSIE R&D Tax Credits
The two biggest challenges in business today are attracting quality people and retaining them. In this interview, we dive into attracting quality people to help you scale your business. Today's guest is Peter Green, CEO at MASSIE R&D Tax Credits. Inc Magazine ranked its company #3465 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. MASSIE R&D Tax Credits is an innovators in R&D tax credits helps clients identify tax savings opportunities and work with the IRS to capture those benefits. Peter discusses the importance of attracting quality people to your mission. We discuss today's crazy job market. If you struggle attracting quality people to your company, you want to lean into today's interview. Get the show notes for Attracting Quality People and Excellent Levels of Service with Peter Green at MASSIE R&D Tax Credits Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #PeterGreen with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttPeterGreen #AttractingQualityPeople #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode897 #taxsavingsopportunities #R&Dtaxcredit Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 896Perpetual Optimism is a Force Multiplier with Allison Minutillo with Rebel Interactive Group
Most believe that business is won and lost on the external work like strategy and execution. I happen to think that much of success begins internally. In this interview, we look at the importance of perpetual optimism. Today's guest is Allison Minutillo, President & Owner at Rebel Interactive Group. Inc Magazine ranked her company #1842 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Rebel Interactive Group is a digital marketing agency that creates ad campaigns and website and app development for clients from major corporations to small businesses. Allison's perpetual optimism is a massive driver in company growth. We look at why it matters. Join us for a conversation on perpetual optimism that will impact your bottom line and overall happiness. Get the show notes for Perpetual Optimism is a Force Multiplier with Allison Minutillo with Rebel Interactive Group Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #AllisonMinutillo with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttAllisonMinutillo #PerpetualOptimism #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode896 #digitalmarketingagency Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 895Work-Life Balance Matters Long-term with Marc Reifenrath at Spinutech
You likely feel the pain of getting more done in fewer hours. Maybe you need to hire people or have more work than people. No matter what is happening, work-life balance matters. Today's guest is Marc Reifenrath, CEO at Spinutech. Inc Magazine ranked its company #2700 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Spinutech is a full-service, all-digital marketing agency providing SEO, social, CRO, data/analytics, paid media, content, design, development, etc. Marc and I engage on why work-life balance matters. We look at where most people get it wrong. Join us for new insight on how work-life balance matters. Get the show notes for Work-Life Balance Matters Long-term with Marc Reifenrath at Spinutech Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #MarcReifenrath with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttMarcReifenrath #worklifebalancematters #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode895 #digitalmarketingagency Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 894Hiring Location-Independent Employees with Jeff Wilhelm at Infused Innovations
The current job market for employers is extremely tough. Many companies are struggling with the ideas of working from home, being in the office, and how to do you manage hybrid work. I want to look at one part of hiring today - hiring location-independent employees. Today's guest is Jeffrey Wilhelm, Founder & CEO at Infused Innovations. Inc Magazine ranked its company #2345 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Infused Innovations consultants about operations at the intersection of technology, business, data, and human interaction. Jeffery talks about hiring location-independent employees as a way to grow your business. We discuss the challenges and the opportunities of hiring location-independent employees. Get the show notes for Hiring Location-Independent Employees with Jeff Wilhelm at Infused Innovations Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #JeffreyWilhelm with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJeffreyWilhelm #HiringLocationIndependentEmployees #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode894 #consultants #humaninteraction Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 893Having the Right Leadership for Growth with Jayesh Mori at Rapidops
The effects of having the right leadership will change not just the culture but your bottom line. Powerful leadership is a competitive advantage when developing your people into leaders. Today's guest is Jayesh Mori, Chief Executive Officer at RapidOps. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1050 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Rapidops Inc. is a technology, transformation, and analytics company. They help clients design, engineer, and launch advanced digital products and platforms that enable them to thrive and achieve more for their customers. Jayesh shares insights on having the right leadership to grow your company. We look at want gets in the way of leadership. Discover how having the right leadership impacts the people on the company's mission. Get the show notes for Having the Right Leadership for Growth with Jayesh Mori at Rapidops Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #JayeshMori with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJayeshMori #HavingtheRightLeadership #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode893 #analyticstransformationtechnologycompany Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 893Having the Right Leadership for Growth with Jayesh Mori at Rapidops
The effects of having the right leadership will change not just the culture but your bottom line. Powerful leadership is a competitive advantage when developing your people into leaders. Today's guest is Jayesh Mori, Chief Executive Officer at RapidOps. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1050 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Rapidops Inc. is a technology, transformation, and analytics company. They help clients design, engineer, and launch advanced digital products and platforms that enable them to thrive and achieve more for their customers. Jayesh shares insights on having the right leadership to grow your company. We look at want gets in the way of leadership. Discover how having the right leadership impacts the people on the company's mission. Get the show notes for Having the Right Leadership for Growth with Jayesh Mori at Rapidops Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #JayeshMori with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJayeshMori #HavingtheRightLeadership #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode893 #analyticstransformationtechnologycompany Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 892We Grow Because We Believe in People Over Profit with Chris Palmer at SupplyKick
The fight for talent is real. Many companies are struggling to make sense of it. The leaders I see making it right now believe in people over profit. This is more than just a trendy phrase too. Putting people first gives them freedom, flexibility and a place to grow. Today's guest is Chris Palmer, Founder and CEO at SupplyKick. SupplyKick is a top Amazon seller and agency providing brands with expert strategy and solutions to win on today's leading marketplaces. They optimize and execute marketing, advertising, logistics, creative services, and brand management for hundreds of partners across consumer categories. Chris talks about why you must believe in people over profit. We look at the thinking that often gets in the way of this big idea. Discover the strategies and why you want to believe in people over profit, especially in today's world. Get the show notes for We Grow Because We Believe in People Over Profit with Chris Palmer at Supply Kick Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #ChrisPalmer with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttChrisPalmer #believeinpeopleoverprofit #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode892 #topAmazonseller #agencyprovidingbrands Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 891The Journey of Being a Servant Leader with Matt Kestian at 66degrees
Being a servant leader may sound like it is easy, but let me tell you that some of it is not natural. Serving the team around you can be hard when you are expected to create profits and drive innovation. Yet being a servant leader is a powerful way to lead. Today's guest is Matt Kestian, CEO at 66degrees. 66degrees is a Google Cloud Premier Partner that believes great engineering takes heart. As a Google Cloud Premier Partner, they empower technologists to master the cloud with an end-to-end approach to security, infrastructure, app development, and day-to-day collaboration. Matt shares with you his experiences of being a servant leader. We discuss how he uses servant leadership as his company grows. Discover how being a servant leader can impact your culture and bottom line. Get the show notes for The Journey of Being a Servant Leader with Matt Kestian at 66 Degrees Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #MattKestian with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttMattKestian #BeingaServantLeader #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode891 #GoogleCloudPremierPartner #empowertechnologists Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 890Investing in People Drives Growth with Janet Casey and Kate Popp at Marketing Doctor
Most leaders know the value of investing in their business. Some see the importance of investing in people. Today's guest is Janet Casey, President & Founder, and Kate Popp, Director of Sales at Marketing Doctor. Inc Magazine ranked its company #1063 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Marketing Doctor is a marketing agency specializing in media buying for digital and traditional marketing, including online, social media, print, television, and radio. Janet and I discuss why investing in people matters more now than ever. She shares why it matters to attract top talent. Discover the strategies that have paid off when investing in people. Get the show notes for Investing in People Drives Growth with Janet Casey and Kate Popp at Marketing Doctor Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #JanetCasey and #KatePopp with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJanetCaseyKatePopp #InvestinginPeople #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode890 #marketingagency #digitalandtraditionalmarketing Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 889Developing a Strong Culture is Everything with Dr. Jason Helfrich at 100 Percent Chiropractic
The advantages of a strong culture may seem obvious. However, many leaders are not investing time, energy, and money to create a strong culture. Today's guest is Dr. Jason Helfrich, Co-Founder & CEO at 100% Chiropractic. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1230 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. 100% Chiropractic is a family of full-service wellness clinics that offer cutting-edge chiropractic care, massage therapy, and a full line of supreme quality nutritional supplements. Jason and I talk about the benefits of a strong culture. He has built a great business through one big idea - a strong culture matters more than you know. Discover how you can create a foundation of a strong culture. Get the show notes for Developing a Strong Culture is Everything with Dr. Jason Helfrich at 100 Percent Chiropractic Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #DrJasonHelfrich with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttDrJasonHelfrich #StrongCulture #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode889 #Chiropractic #massagetherapy Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 888D&I drives Growth with Wale Mafolasire at Givelify
Many leaders will say they understand diversity and inclusion. Today we look at how embracing D&I drives growth. Today's guest is Wale Mafolasire, Founder & CEO at Givelify. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1065 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Givelify is an online giving platform and mobile donation app that makes giving and receiving digital donations convenient, simple, and secure. Wale discusses how D&I drives growth. I learned a ton in this interview about diversity and inclusion. Discover why you want to embrace it and how D&I drives growth. Get the show notes for D&I drives Growth with Wale Mafolasire at Givelify Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #WaleMafolasire with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttWaleMafolasire #DiversityAndInclusion #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode888 #onlinegivingplatform #mobiledonationapp Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 887Leading from the Front with Mark Stanley at Stanley Law Group
Leadership is full of platitudes. Leading from the front is one that makes a ton of sense. Today's guest is Mark Stanley, Attorney at Law at The Stanley Law Group. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1773 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. The Stanley Law Group has been representing clients in and around Columbia, South Carolina, since 1990. Mark shares his viewpoint on leading from the front and why it matters. We dive into the conversation on leadership that he learned when his father began to step aside. Discover how leading from the front will help you grow your business. Get the show notes for Leading from the Front with Mark Stanley at Stanley Law Group Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #MarkStanley with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttMarkStanley #LeadingFromTheFront #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode887 #LawFirm #Columbiapersonalinjurylawyers Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 886Discover the Power of Inclusive Leadership with Dr. Randal Pinkett with BCT Partners
The world continues to change. Companies that embrace diversity, inclusion, and belonging are meeting change in creative ways. Creating a space for inclusive leaders to join your company will help you drive forward. Today's guest is Dr. Randal Pinkett, Chairman and CEO at BCT Partners. Inc Magazine ranked his company #4951 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. BCT Partners is a national consulting firm that leverages deep subject-matter expertise, information technology, cultural competence, and a rigorous project management methodology. Dr. Randal and I discuss why inclusive leaders are so influential right now. He gives you many examples of how inclusive leaders behave. Join us in this interview to grasp the power of inclusivity. Get the show notes for Discover the Power of Inclusive Leadership with Dr. Randal Pinkett with BCT Partners Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #DrRandalPinkett with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttDrRandalPinkett #Inclusive Leaders #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode886 #nationalconsultingfirm #subjectmatterexpertise Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 885Developing Other Leaders in Today's World with Blake Bozarth with CoThryve
Leaders must execute company strategies and reach company goals to be considered effective. This is a requirement, but leaders must also develop other leaders. From my perspective, it is just as crucial as getting the job done. Today's guest is Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO at CoThryve. CoThryve develops highly effective, mission-driven leaders who are connected and committed to your company through collective leadership development and coaching. Blake gives you insights on how to develop other leaders. Join us to talk about the art of creating others. Discover how to develop other leaders while executing at a high level simultaneously. Get the show notes for Developing Other Leaders in Today's World with Blake Bozarth with CoThryve Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #BlakeBozarth with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttBlakeBozarth #DevelopOtherLeaders #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode885 #collectiveleadershipdevelopment #missiondrivenleaders Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 884Being a Servant and Humble Leader with Shaun Sexton at SKYNET Innovations
Leadership can be difficult and even unnatural at times. The ups and downs come fast at you. One crucial factor in handling all of this is being a humble leader. It takes a dose of patience for sure to be a humble leader. Today's guest is Shaun Sexton, Founder at Skynet Innovations. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1742 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Skynet Innovations is an information technology consulting firm of IT professionals with over ten years of skilled technical experience in personalized support and services. Shaun shares why being a humble leader matters to company growth. We look at what often gets in the way of humility. Discover how you can connect to the principles of being a humble leader in this interview. Get the show notes for Being a Servant and Humble Leader with Shaun Sexton at SKYNET Innovations Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #ShaunSexton with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttShaunSexton #HumbleLeader #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode884 #ITconsultingfirm #consultingfirmofITprofessionals Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 883Why Deliberate Growth Works for QTEC Aerospace with Carol Daniel
Deliberate growth may seem obvious to all leaders, but many are not willing to put in the work it takes for it to happen. Today's guest is Carol Daniel, President at QTEC Aerospace. Inc Magazine ranked her company #4880 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. QTEC provides an in-depth understanding of engineering, project management, engineering analysis, and operations/logistics – across life cycles and domains. Carol gives us her insights on deliberate growth and the strategies that have impacted her company. Discover what it takes to lead deliberate growth. Get the show notes for Why Deliberate Growth Works for QTEC Aerospace with Carol Daniel Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #CarolDaniel with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttCarolDaniel #DeliberateGrowth #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode883 #engineeringanalysis #projectmanagement Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 882Always Be Learning Everything with Todd Conklin at Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties
Growth will always require discovering new strategies and shifts in your mindset. Many leaders are not willing to make time to find new ideas. Today's guest is Todd Conklin, CEO & Head Coach at Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3522 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties and Coldwell Banker Commercial Prime Properties is a family of professionals dedicated to creating exceptional real estate experiences for their customers and communities. Todd shares his mantra of "Learning Everything" in this interview. We look at the ever-changing aspects of business growth so you can discover why learning everything is so important -- and what it means. Get the show notes for Always Be Learning Everything with Todd Conklin at Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #ToddConklin with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttToddConklin #LearningEverything #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode882 #realestate Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 881How to Empower Employees to Innovate with Keith Murphy at Astrawatt Solar
Innovation takes a different style of leadership. When you want to empower employees to innovate, you want to create a place of psychological safety. This means that failure is part of the path. This is an absolute requirement when innovation is the goal. Today's guest is Keith Murphy, CEO & Founder at Astrawatt Solar. Astrawatt Solar specializes in the design, engineering, and installation of premium solar energy products. Keith and I talk about how to empower employees to innovate. He shares what is working for his team. Discover what it takes to empower employees to innovate in today's fast-paced world. Get the show notes for How to Empower Employees to Innovate with Keith Murphy at Astrawatt Solar Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #KeithMurphy with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttKeithMurphy #EmpowerEmployeestoInnovate #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode881 #premiumsolarenergy Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 880The Value of Transparency with Liz Steblay at ProKo Agency
Many leaders are afraid to share everything with their people. I talk to so many CEOs who embrace sharing almost everything with their people that I believe it is essential. The value of transparency can't be overlooked if you want your employees to feel like owners. Today's guest is Liz Steblay, Founder & President at PrōKo Agency. Inc Magazine ranked his company #4610 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. ProKo is the "Creative Artists Agency" for over 75 independent consultants specializing in organizational effectiveness and HR. Liz gives you insights on the value of transparency and the things she has learned the hard way. Discover how vital transparency is to company growth. Get the show notes for The Value of Transparency with Liz Steblay at ProKo Agency Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #LizSteblay with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttLizSteblay #ValueofTransparency #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode880 #CreativeArtistsAgency Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 879Leading through Innovation with Kathleen Brunner at Acumen Analytics
Leading through innovation is required if you want to be a market leader. The skills to drive new ideas to market that make a difference for your clients will give you an advantage over your peers. Today's guest is Kathleen Brunner, President & CEO at Acumen Analytics. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1597 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Acumen is an innovation leader, helping Life Sciences win the race against time through data and technology solutions that enable intelligent digital transformation. Kathleen talks about leading through innovation. We dive into how to create new strategies and business models in this interview. Discover how leading through innovation will drive growth for your business. Get the show notes for Leading through Innovation with Kathleen Brunner at Acumen Analytics Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #KathleenBrunner with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttKathleenBrunner #LeadingThroughInnovation #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode879 #intelligentdigitaltransformation Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 878Mission More than Money with Kevin Stoller at Kay-Twelve
Every business wants to make money. However, when you believe mission is more than important than money, you will create a company that makes a difference. The by-product is also likely to a business that drives incredible profits. Today's guest is Kevin Stoller, Co-Founder & President at Kay-Twelve. Inc Magazine ranked his company #2174 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Kay-Twelve helps educational leaders transform their ineffective learning environments into innovative and collaborative spaces by providing furniture that encourages greater partnership among students, more student/teacher engagement, and a fully collaborative setting for learning to happen. Kevin lights up when it comes to the mission more than money. We look at how their company mission aligns and propels the business forward. Get the show notes for Mission More than Money with Kevin Stoller at Kay-Twelve Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #KevinStoller with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttKevinStoller #MissionMoreThanMoney #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode878 #FurnitureforInnovativeLearningEnvironments Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

Ep 877Leading through Difficult Times with Noah Dentzel at Nomad Goods
Every business will face a change in strategy at some point. The skills of leading through challenging times will align your resources and give everyone hope for better times. Today's guest is Noah Dentzel, CEO & Co-founder at Nomad Goods. Inc Magazine ranked his company #1523 on the 2021 Inc 5000 list. Nomad is a consumer electronics and lifestyle products company based in Santa Barbara, California. Noah shares his insights on leading through difficult times. He gives you some practical perspective on what to do when the business goes through a tough stretch. When you are leading through difficult times, you give your organization a vision of a brighter future ahead. Get the show notes for Leading through Difficult Times with Noah Dentzel at Nomad Goods Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring #NoahDentzel with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttNoahDentzel #LeadingThroughDifficultTimes #GeneHammettPodcast #Inc2021 #GHepisode877 #electronicsandlifestyleproducts Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!