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Leadership On Purpose25-yr CEO of WD-40: "Any Dumbass Can Do It" | Garry Ridge[this episode was scheduled to release prior to the death of Charlie Kirk ... we have released as planned with new content incoming.]What does a can of WD-40 have to teach us about leadership, culture, and building a business that sticks? In this episode, host Blake Bozarth sits down with Garry Ridge, the longtime CEO of WD-40, who transformed the company from a household name into a masterclass in people-first leadership.(Company value went from 250M to 3.6B)Garry shares the story behind his 25+ years at the helm—how he turned “making things sque...
2025-09-2641 min
Heading West#41: Blake Bozarth, Founder of the Net Worth Newsletter - The blueprint to freedom, creating optionality, and living on-mission#41: Blake Bozarth, Founder of the Net Worth Newsletter - The blueprint to freedom, creating optionality, and living on-mission
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2024-06-1333 min
The EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhy you should build Assets outside your day job (3 examples)Blake shares why you should prioritize building assets outside your day job with 3 examples.
If interested in the Net Worth Newsletter + updates about free live sessions, visit www.blakebozarth.com.
2024-04-0315 minLeadership On PurposeWhy you should build Assets outside your day job (+ personal update!)Blake shares some of his personal story you might not know about, and talks about why you should prioritize building assets outside your day job – with 3 examples.
Head to blakebozarth.com to get the Net Worth Newsletter + updates about free live sessions.
2024-03-0714 minLeadership On PurposeBuilding Confidence ft. Amanda Lannert, CEO at JellyvisionIn this episode hosts, Blake Bozarth and Chad Pyke chat with Amanda Lannert, CEO of Jellyvision, a fascinating tech leader known for her charismatic leadership style and humble approach. They discuss the importance of confidence and the role of 'helpfulness' in building a strong network. Amanda shares her experiences, describing how she became the CEO unexpectedly and the importance of fostering an 'abundant mentality' within your team.In this episode, you'll learn:→ Why you should choose to be the CEO you wish you had→ Confidence vs. Competence: which is more important?→ Why it's not about what you...
2023-12-1539 minLeadership On PurposeLeading with Radical Generosity ft. Alan Barnhart, CEO of Barnhart CraneThis is one of the craziest business stories you'll ever hear. Blake and Chad host Alan Barnhart, the CEO of Barnhart Crane.
Well over 30 years ago, Alan implemented a self-imposed, extremely conservative limitation on his own income – he's maintained this limitation while giving away millions in profits every year.
Barnhart Crane went from a small mom and pop business to a $600M revenue company with nearly 2,000 employees. Last year alone, they gave away $35M to help people all over the globe.
In this episode, you'll learn:
→ The...
2023-11-2230 minLeadership On PurposeMillion Dollar Decision-Making System ft. Devan Kline, Co-Founder & CEO of Burn Boot CampIn this episode, hosts Blake Bozarth and Chad Pyke feature Devan Kline, co-founder and CEO of Burn Bootcamp.
Devan shares his life story from abandonment by his parents to running a company with 384 franchises. A key part of his approach involves a decision-making system that includes the '65 percent rule' to avoid analysis paralysis, envisioning two chairs to represent his franchisees and members when making major decisions, and a well-honed skill of asking questions.
Devan elaborates on the importance of getting small wins during big changes, and the courage to trust and empower employees to bu...
2023-11-0846 minLeadership On PurposeBuilding a Talent Magnet ft. Dee Ann Turner, CEO & former Chick-fil-A ExecutiveCompanies often focus on hiring people instead of selecting talent. Blake & Chad host Dee Ann Turner, an incredibly former Chick-Fil-A executive and critically acclaimed author, speaker, and consultant to companies on hiring and developing great talent.
In this episode you'll learn:
→ How to make the shift from hiring people to selecting talent.
→ How to turn your organization's culture into a talent magnet that attracts A players.
→ Why building great mentors and leaders is one of the biggest talent hacks companies miss.
At CoThryve, we help companies find, develop, and keep difference maker talent. Visit all pertinent links at: cothryve.co/lin...
2023-09-0727 minLeadership On PurposeLeading with Faith & Excellence ft. Henry Kaestner of Sovereign's CapitalSo many people are coasting through life without purpose – not living on purpose, much less leading on purpose. Blake & Chad host Henry Kaestner, an incredibly successful entrepreneur who founded Bandwidth (now public) and later founded and leads Sovereign's Capital.
Henry's also been one of the leading catalysts in the Faith Driven Entrepreneurship and Investing space. In this episode, where you'll learn:
→ Why being excellent in what you do is what gives you influence
→ How your faith system enables and drives excellence
→ How to...
2023-08-3031 minLeadership On PurposeRadical Ownership: Jam SessionWhat's it mean to take "Radical Ownership" and how can you foster an ownership culture for your team? Blake & Chad break it down in this Jam Session, where you'll learn:
→ Why passivity kills your career and what it looks like to become the driver
→ What taking extreme responsibility looks like as a leader
→ Why Fault & Responsibility don't go together
→ How to help your team or mentee go from victim to victor mentality
At CoThryve, we h...
2023-08-1427 minLeadership On PurposeTalent without chemistry = chaos ft. Matt DohertyEvery coach and leader wants the most talented team. But "talent without chemistry results in chaos." Hosts Blake Bozarth and Chad Pyke are joined by college basketball legend Matt Doherty (now Executive Coach & Speaker) – a man who won a championship playing alongside Michael Jordan and coached at the highest levels.
In this episode, you'll learn:
→ How to foster chemistry on your team and get the most out of the talent around you
→ Why you should approach your craft the same way MJ and Kobe did
→ How soft s...
2023-07-2642 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementThe Future of EPM & How to Succeed In ItBhavik Vashi is the Managing Director of Asia Pacific at Carta and the FIRST repeat guest on The EPM Show. He now works with VCs and startup founders every day in addition to having a decade of experience under his belt at Anaplan.
He returns to the show to talk about the future of EPM and what it takes to build a great career moving forward. Tune into this episode to learn:
→ What some of the newest, most innovative startups are doing in the EPM space.
→ How the economics in the APAC region is leading to an innovative commercial mode...
2023-07-1132 min
Leadership On PurposeJam Session: LOP RETURNS + 2 keys for acing interview processLOP is back ... and it's a Brand. New. Era. In this episode, Blake jams with new co-host, Chad Pyke on all things interview process.
Get our 2 hottest takes for owning your next interview for that new leadership role, and if you're a hiring manager, 2 bonus tips for locking in the right hire for your team.
At CoThryve, we help companies find, develop, and keep difference maker talent. Visit all pertinent links at: cothryve.co/links.
2023-07-1127 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhy company values matter to digital transformation & career growth ft. Zaf KamarZaf Kamar is the founder of Constellation, an Anaplan implementation partner, and has led 2 Anaplan practices at Gold partner firms. He joins Chad on the EPM Show to talk about values aware implementation.
In this episode you will learn:
→ Why it’s important to incorporate a company’s values into digital transformation efforts.
→ How your company can truly exercise accountability, collaboration, and sustainability as values at an organizational and individual level.
→ What it means to be a culture carrier in your organization and why that will help you in your career.
→ How to recognize the difference between your company's espoused val...
2023-06-2823 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementHow to Grow Your Influence ft. Communication Expert, John SanchezJohn Sanchez is a highly sought after corporate finance consultant and keynote speaker. He is the Managing Director of financial planning and training consultancy FPA Group, LLC with more than 20 years’ experience working at a top ten accounting firm and holding leadership positions at Fortune 500 companies.
He joins host Chad Pyke to talk about how EPM professionals can accelerate their career by enhancing their communication skills. In this episode you’ll learn:
→ How to overcome the most common mistakes that hold EPM professionals back from growing their influence.
→ Why too knowledge can actually hurt your ability to influence and what to...
2023-06-0724 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementHow to exceed your client's expectations ft. Zack FennessyZack Fennessy is the co-founder of Zenix Consulting and co-host of The Best Practice Podcast.
He joins host Chad Pyke to talk about some of the trends they’re seeing in the marketplace today. In this episode you’ll learn:
→ How AI is changing customer expectations and the potential risks that come with it.
→ Why data integrations and structure are a critical part of the implementation process.
→ What most consultants miss in the discovery process and how to get it right.
→ How to get onto an Anaplan project without any Anaplan experience.
Visit all pertinent links + find out how much Anaplan...
2023-05-2621 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementHow Anaplan created EPM 2.0 ft. Bhavik VashiBhavik Vashi is the Managing Director of Asia Pacific at Carta and spent almost a decade at Anaplan. He started as a model builder and eventually moved on to lead all of Asia Pacific.
He joins host Chad Pyke to talk about what it was like being at Anaplan in the early days as they built a new category in EPM and how he took smart risks in his career. In this episode you’ll learn:
→ How Anaplan went from being a finance tool to a platform solution that was able to serve every department in an organization.
→ How custom...
2023-05-1024 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementEPM Jam Session: The Talent Scene & AIWhat’s happening in the EPM talent market? What do the most recent developments in AI and ChatGPT mean for EPM? And what does AI mean for my career?
Blake & Chad jam on these topics and give you 3 keys to take advantage of the opportunity AI can present for you.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
Visit all pertinent links + find out how much Anaplan professionals are getting paid ($$$): https://linktr.ee/cothryve
2023-04-2813 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementBuilding International Teams with Arete EPMBob Mahr and Dan Bredahl are the Managing Directors at Arete EPM. They’ve built a very successful team with an office in Hanoi Vietnam. The join host Chad Pyke to talk about what it takes to build a high-performing team across two continents.
In this episode you’ll learn:
→ How working globally can ultimately be an advantage for your clients.
→ Strategies for attracting and developing EPM consultants on international teams.
→ How to show appreciation for the different cultures represented on your teams.
→ Best practices for ensuring high quality delivery whe...
2023-03-2318 min
The EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance Management3 Keys To Be A Top Notch Consultant ft. Ryan DuBiel of SlalomRyan DuBiel is the Global Anaplan Practice Leader for Slalom Consulting and comes from a non-traditional background. He joins hosts Blake Bozarth & Chad Pyke to talk about leveraging a non-traditional background in EPM consulting & how to become an elite consultant. In this episode you’ll learn:
→ The importance of pathological curiosity & asking dumb questions
→ Where the true value of Anaplan is and how to unlock it in your organization
→ What "augmented intelligence" is really about
→ How strong beliefs loosely held can help you differentiate yourself early in a career
Vi...
2023-03-0922 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhat's Happening in the Mid-Market ft. Steve Piotraczk, CRO at ArganoSteve Piotraczk has had a storied career in the ERP and EPM world, now serving as the Chief Revenue Officer at Argano. He joins hosts Blake Bozarth & Chad Pyke to talk about what's happening in the mid-market and drops some career nuggets along the way. In this episode, you'll learn:
→ How scalability and affordability have changed the game in the mid-market
→ The biggest challenge companies are facing that prevent them from realizing transformation
→ Why courage matters in your career
→ Why you should take the soft skills training that you think is a waste of time...
2023-03-0225 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementPigment's unique approach to Planning & EPM ft. Julien Lesaicherre, Head of Business at PigmentPigment is a platform that is making waves and gaining major traction in the Planning & EPM space. Julien Lesaicherre, Head of Business at Pigment, joins hosts Blake Bozarth & Chad Pyke to talk about what Pigment is doing differently and what he sees as the biggest opportunities to serve companies and modelers better. In this episode, you'll learn:
→ What Sparsity is all about and why it gives modelers nightmares (plus, how Pigment is addressing this)
→ Why "Pull" is so much better than "Push" for gaining adoption of your planning tool
→ How Pigment is advancing its vision t...
2023-02-1630 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementLet's Get Technical: cost-to-serve model use case ft. Jake Sachs of Roseburg Forest ProductsJake Sachs, Solution Architect at Roseburg Forest Products and Mir Borishkevich, our guest co-host, join Chad Pyke for our first session of our new “Let’s Get Technical” series focused on EPM use cases and best practices.
In this episode you’ll learn:
→ How Roseburg used a cost to serve model to increase profitability transparency for their 30K+ SKUs in a cyclical commodities market
→ How Jake led this new model build from scratch with entirely new processes
→ What it looks like to partner with IT and manage change when launching new models
...
2023-02-1019 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhat ChatGPT & AI means for EPM ft. Sam Kubek of Spaulding RidgeSam Kubek of Spaulding Ridge joins Chad Pyke to talk about how Artificial Intelligence is progressing in EPM. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> What ChatGPT means for EPM
–> How leading companies will approach AI in the planning and forecasting realm
–> What you can do to stay ahead of the curve on AI
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
Visit all the pertinent links + find out how much Anaplan professionals are getting paid ($$$): https://linktr.ee/cothryve
2023-02-0115 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementTaking Anaplan from functional use cases to enterprise adoption ft. Jonathan Morgan of Palo Alto NetworksJonathan Morgan of Palo Alto Networks joins hosts Blake Bozarth & Chad Pyke to talk about what it looks like to expand a planning tool from one-off use cases to synchronized enterprise adoption. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> The origin story of Palo Alto bringing in a new EPM platform
–> Use cases for Anaplan including leveraging Anaplan's new optimizer model in supply & demand planning
–> Why you should raise your hand for cross-functional projects and job rotations to uplevel your career
–> How a passionate EPM professional can help connect the dots and drive enterprise a...
2023-01-2516 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementBecoming a top notch Model Builder ft. Brittany Martino of AllitixHosts Blake Bozarth & Chad Pyke speak with Brittany Martino who has an impressive background in consulting, corporate FP&A, and is now well on her way to becoming a bonafide Anaplan Solution Architect with Allitix. She drops nuggets in this episode including:
–> Why you should understudy multiple Solution Architects
–> The importance of stating your intentions and being direct to get the career experience
–> What's more important than getting the certifications (actual fluency!)
–> How to gain 5 - 15 mentors at your firm
–> Why feeling uncomfortable is a good thing for your career growth...
2023-01-1821 min
The EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementEPM Jam Session: Recessions & Compensation LevelsWhat does economic weirdness mean for EPM professionals? How much are Anaplan and EPM professionals making and how would a potential recession affect compensation?
Blake & Chad jam on this topic and talk about how they’d advise college graduates in today’s market.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
Visit all the pertinent links + find out how much Anaplan professionals are getting paid ($$$): https://linktr.ee/cothryve.
2022-12-2108 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementBecoming an ASSET to your Business Partner ft. Stephanie Weiland of Genoa HealthcareStephanie Weiland is the Director of Strategic Finance at Genoa Healthcare and an EPM/finance veteran. She’s been featured on Anaplan panels and has added massive value to the ecosystem over her 10+ years in the industry. She shares her views on how to succeed as a business partner and grow your influence. In this episode you’ll learn:
→ How to build credibility and gain influence with business partners through active listening
→ How to be an ASSET to your business partner
→ The habits and actions that can help you develop EQ
→ What "Unicor...
2022-12-1420 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementGrowing your career in EPM consulting Ft. Jonathan Balkin of LionpointJonathan Balkin founded Lionpoint Group in 2014, and it's now a 250 person consultancy and an Anaplan Gold partner. He shares his views on the EPM industry and keys to growing a successful career. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> If you want to grow your career in data / tech, you need to be able to sell ideas and have strong soft skills (what this looks like)
–> How certain platform and tech certifications are becoming more useful than an MBA and other educational tracks
–> Why understanding emerging data tech platforms and having integrations experti...
2022-12-0724 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementBecoming Hyper-Decisive ft. Howard Dresner (EPM & Business Intelligence thought leader)Heard of the term "Business Intelligence?" Howard Dresner coined it, and he's our featured guest. He shares what it means to become hyper-decisive, and in this episode you'll learn:
–> What "Information Democracy" is all about and how much further organizations have to go to get more eyes on the data
–> The key to becoming hyper-decisive in today's economy (analysis paralysis kills)
–> What you should avoid if you want to grow your career as a data and EPM professional
–> What's driving mid-market companies to invest in EPM capabilities (not just for...
2022-11-3022 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementNext generation planning platforms ft. Paul Melchiorre (EPM exec & investor)Paul Melchiorre is an EPM legend who quickly became a senior executive at SAP and later served as CRO and CEO at Anaplan. He's now an investor in next generation EPM technology like Pigment and Fintastic.
In this episode you'll learn:
–> Which up and coming platforms are challenging the current industry leading platforms
–> Why software is not like wine (it does not get better with age)
–> What success looks like in the EPM mid-market, and why software is easier to scale UP than scale down
–> How to approach your career en...
2022-11-2327 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementPlaying to your strengths ft. Hayli Hay, Anaplan COE Leader of The YearHayli Hay is an Anaplan celeb, winning Anaplan Center of Excellence (COE) Leader of the Year. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> What it's like to stand up a COE from scratch and lead it to become one of the most successful in the Anaplan ecosystem
–> How to handle imposter syndrome when you're leading a team of technical experts
–> What it looks like to build consistency in delivery and how that drives more connected planning
–> How to win over stakeholders and manage change by setting expectations and leveraging WIIFY
–> Why you should...
2022-11-1619 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementData Storytelling Made Simple ft. Kait Chura (Master Anaplanner)Kait Chura is a Master Anaplanner with a non-traditional background. She has a fresh approach to storytelling that will help you grow your skills. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> How to creatively draw from books, movies, culture to storytell in your professional context in a way that helps people both understand and remember
–> What it looked like to transition from a retail job with Apple to a supply chain planning and EPM role
–> How Kait made the jump from the Anaplan consulting / partner world to an in-house customer role (and what she likes about...
2022-11-0825 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementEPM Jam Session: News & Views 11-1-22What does $2 BILLION+ in growth for the EPM market mean for you? Spoiler alert: it's good news for EPM professionals.
We're using a new episode format (the "Jam Session") that features industry to headline to keep you in the know.
In this brief episode, we give an update on the show itself then hit on a recent report talking about BILLIONS in growth for the industry over the next few years.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
Visit all th...
2022-11-0106 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementFP&A Superpowers ft. Chris OrtegaChris Ortega is the freshest voice in FP&A out there. In this episode you'll learn:
– > The ABC's of Finance that every EPM pro should know
– > How to become a great storyteller that the business can't live without
– > The common mistake finance execs make when it comes to Transformation
– > How to retain your best finance talent
– > The future of FP&A and what those letters should really stand for
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their c...
2022-10-2119 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementAdvantages of working in-house at an Anaplan customer (ft. Timmy Thomas)Timmy Thomas is a certified Solution Architect at Groupon on his way to Master Anaplanner. In this episode, you'll learn:
– > How he transitioned from a more traditional FP&A role to an Anaplan specialized role
– > The advantages of working in-house with an Anaplan customer (contrast: see episode 6 with Travis San Pedro for advantages of working on Partner / Consulting side)
– > How to build credibility with business partners introducing new models / connected planning
– > What action has had the single biggest impact on his career growth and how you can do it too
2022-10-1119 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementNo Finance background – can you succeed with Anaplan and EPM? (ft. Travis San Pedro)Travis San Pedro doesn't have a Finance background. He doesn't have a business degree either. But he's crushing it with an Anaplan Gold partner, and his career will never be the same since he discovered Anaplan and EPM.
In this episode, you'll learn:
– > Why Travis chose the PM vs. model builder route ... and why he still got his Anaplan Level 3 certification even though he's not actively model building
– > How he broke into Anaplan & the EPM space with a non-traditional background
– > Why you should stick to using the "Anaplan Way" m...
2022-09-2819 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementLeading with questions in EPM transformation with Gary Cokins (Godfather of EPM)Gary Cokins is the Godfather of EPM. He's written books, spoken all over the world, and evangelized EPM for decades. And he's still got it!
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> The 3 obstacles that keep companies from achieving their EPM vision / Finance Transformation
–> Why the best leaders don't focus on having all the answers
–> The crucial role middle management plays in leading UP to senior management in order to realize true EPM value
–> His advice to early career EPM professionals
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2022-09-2120 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementHow to win at EPM & Finance Transformation with Ray CurbeloAlmost every company wants to do planning better, but some do it much better than others. What are the leading companies doing to win at EPM and Finance Transformation?
Our guest is Ray Curbelo, Senior Director of Strategic Growth at Anaplan. He's helped guide scores of companies as they upgrade their planning capabilities, and in this episode, you'll learn:
–Why you can't win at EPM with an off-the-shelf tech solution
–How to answer the "Where do I start" question when investing in EPM
–The biggest mistake companies make when ini...
2022-09-1332 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhat separates the top EPM professionals? Model builders to solution architectsLeading Solution Architects and Master Anaplanners can make 2 – 3X other model builders. What separates the most successful in the EPM space? In this episode, you'll get the 2 drivers that make all the difference.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
2022-09-0517 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhat separates the top EPM professionals? Model builders to solution architectsLeading Solution Architects and Master Anaplanners can make 2 – 3X other model builders. What separates the most successful in the EPM space? In this episode, you'll get the 2 drivers that make all the difference.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
2022-09-0317 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhat separates the top EPM pros – technical model builders from solution architects (for Anaplan & EPM professionals)Leading Solution Architects and Master Anaplanners can make 2 – 3X other model builders. What separates the most successful in the EPM space? In this episode, you'll get the 2 drivers that make all the difference.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
2022-08-3017 minThe EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementFrom Model Builder to Solution Architect and Master Anaplanner: Stacey's StoryWhat's it take to become a Master Anaplanner? Stacey Brooks' career went to a new level when she discovered Anaplan and went ALL IN. She went from financial analyst to leading an Anaplan Center of Excellence (COE) as a Master Anaplanner and now runs the Master Anaplanner program at Anaplan.
Learn what holds model builders back from growing in their career and get insights on what separates technical model builders from Solution Architects and Master Anaplanners.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
2022-08-2728 min
The EPM Show: All Things Enterprise Performance ManagementWhat's The EPM Show All About? Introduction Episode & Meet the TeamWelcome to The EPM Show! This episode kicks it off and lets you know what to expect from the show. You'll hear from hosts Blake Bozarth and Chad Pyke about why we're bullish on EPM as a career, who this show is for, plus get a teaser of what's to come.
This show is powered by CoThryve – the firm that helps EPM professionals grow their career.
2022-07-3011 min
Leadership On PurposeThe Myth of The Self-Made Leader with Issa Baluch, Founder of Swift Freight InternationalWhen was the last time your team offered to take a 70% pay cut? In this episode, Issa Baluch shares an incredible personal story about how he and his company overcame crisis by making personal sacrifice and embracing what it means to be a team. Issa is a very successful entrepreneur and legend in the Logistics industry.
Issa shares his powerful journey of how moved from refugee from Africa to business tycoon in Dubai.
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> Why being a "self-made" leader is a myth
–> How crisis can set the stage...
2022-05-1428 minLeadership On PurposeCrafting Culture & Building Unity with Aaron Burke, Founding Pastor of Radiant Church"Culture is not what you do. It's who you are." Our guest is Aaron Burke, businessman turned ministry leader and Founding Pastor of Radiant Church, one of the fastest growing churches in the US.
In this episode, you'll learn how to build a culture YOU want to be part of and what it looks like to create unity in your team.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2022-05-0931 min
Growth Think TankDeveloping Other Leaders in Today's World with Blake Bozarth with CoThryveLeaders 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 si...
2022-05-0924 minLeadership On PurposeDeveloping a Growth Mindset + increasing EQ with Debbie PlagerHow do you help someone increase their Emotional Intelligence and develop more of a Growth Mindset? Our guest is Debbie Plager, Chief Talent Officer at HUB International.
As a self-described "Recovering Fixed-Mindsetter," Debbie is the quintessential coach for developing a Growth Mindset and building higher EQ.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2022-05-0239 minLeadership On PurposeThe Go-Giver Leader with Bob BurgSitting down with the legend of Bob Burg, author of The Go-Giver, a book that's reached millions of people.
"Leading with value" is a term that gets thrown around a lot these days, but what does it really mean and how can you do it? Bob demystifies it and gives some hard-hitting insights for how to win the hearts and minds of the people around us.
Commitment vs. compliance. Push vs. Pull. Real authenticity. So many nuggets in this episode from a legend.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake B...
2022-03-1023 minLeadership On PurposeCrazy Story at Chipotle – Grace WinsAtypical episode. Blake shares a pretty cool and crazy personal story that happened to him last week at Chipotle of all places.
As we enter 2022, how can we react with more grace, compassion, and generosity to those around us, even when we might feel like they don't deserve it?
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2022-01-0306 minLeadership On PurposeRelentlessly Intentional with Christopher LindWhat's it mean to be relentlessly intentional? ... especially when it comes to your leadership and developing people? Christopher Lind, Chief Learning Officer and Founder of Learning Sharks talks about how to avoid the one-size-fits-all approach to development that so many companies fall into.
Christopher is a husband and dad to SIX kids – he passionately believes you should never have to compromise family for success in career. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> What it looks like to be relentlessly intentionally in life and leadership
–> Why a one-size-fits-all approach to leading and developing people does NOT fit...
2021-12-2843 minLeadership On PurposeI Want To Be a Leader When I Grow Up – kids book release!What if there was a book to inspire your kid's inner leader? Lexi turns the table on Blake and interviews him about his recently released kids book about leadership.
Visit cothryve.co/kidsbook for free coloring pages and to pick up a copy. You can also simply search "I want to be a leader when I grow up" on Amazon and pick it up for cheap there.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-12-1612 minLeadership On PurposeWhy Leadership Is a Contact Sport with Gina Creek, AdventHealth Exec Director of Leadership InstitutePeople don't become leaders without doing leadership. Gina Creek is Executive Director of the Leadership Institute at Advent Health. She explains how leadership gets romanticized and how to help others step UP and step IN to what leadership is really all about.
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> Why leadership is NOT the goal and should be a means, not an end
–> What the "Great Corporate Standoff" is all about and how to solve it
–> How to ask people questions that ignites their leadership journey
–> How to spot high potential leaders
2021-11-1740 minLeadership On PurposeLeading in a World of Artificial Intelligence with Alex Collmer, CEO of VidMob"Everyone assumes Artificial Intelligence will take your job. That's wrong .. but someone who uses AI better than you, will take your job." Our guest is Alex Collmer, Founder & CEO of VidMob, a fast-growing company recently valued at nearly $300 million.
Alex is a successful entrepreneur who's as purpose-driven as they come. He shares insights on the advance of AI and how to lead in a people-first way.
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> Which sectors of the economy will be impacted the most and the quickest by AI
–> How leaders put PEOPLE in positio...
2021-11-0142 minLeadership On PurposeLeading a Non-Profit with Brian Mosley, President of RightNow MediaWhat does it look like to innovate inside a non-profit? How would a non-profit shift from fundraising to running as a fully self-sustaining operation? Brian Mosley, President of RightNow Media brings the wisdom in this episode.
RightNow Media has nearly 200 employees and has been described as the Netflix of ministry, and Brian clarifies where this parallel is accurate and where it falls apart.
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> What’s healthy about running a non-profit like a business with a viable revenue-producing product
–> Why deep focus on your core product / service leads...
2021-10-0838 minLeadership On PurposeRedeeming Your Time with Jordan RaynorAs leaders, we care about maximizing our time for the greatest impact. Jordan Raynor is a serial entrepreneur, best selling-author, and his work has been read and consumed by millions of people.
Jordan's earned his "real-world PhD" in Time Management, and his latest book is Redeeming Your Time.
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> 3 tangible ways to better protect your time so you can become significantly more productive
–> Why multitasking is the worst and how to be truly present in your work and relationships
–> How to say NO in a generous...
2021-10-0235 minLeadership On Purpose"Being Real" as a Leader with Casey Graham, CEO of GravyWe all know we're supposed to be real and vulnerable as a leader, but what's that really supposed to look like? Casey Graham is a successful entrepreneur, and his latest company is Gravy – a fast-growing payment recovery company that's on track to return $1B to their clients by 2023.
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> Why being real / vulnerable as a leader SHOULD look different depending on the context
–> What it means to be pre vs. post-broken. May have confidence, but they walk with a limp.
–> How pain can become baptized in Purpose
–> W...
2021-09-2235 minLeadership On PurposeTaking Tough Stands with David Heinemeier Hansson (DHH), BasecampWe have another legend of an entrepreneur on the show today in David Heinemeier Hansson, otherwise known as DHH. Our theme is leading with conviction and taking tough stands.
DHH is an incredibly successful tech entrepreneur (creator of Ruby On Rails and Co-Founder of Basecamp), and has an entirely unorthodox approach to business compared to his peers in the tech space ... and he's stuck out for doing it in sometimes controversial ways.
Earmuff warning: there's some language in this episode. If not listening with earbuds, use caution.
In this episode, you'll learn:
2021-08-2959 minLeadership On PurposePermission To Make Mistakes with Garry Ridge, CEO WD-40In this episode, you're going to hear from a legend – Garry Ridge is the renown Chairman and CEO of WD-40. His accent is Australian, his wit is sharp, and his wisdom is plentiful.
Garry has led the way fostering a culture at WD-40 that is truly special, and the results to the bottom line for this worldwide brand are unmistakable. The WD-40 company has gone from $350M market cap to $3.5B under Garry's leadership.
Garry's a practitioner of the leadership concepts you hear about on podcasts and read about in books. He's good friends with Ken B...
2021-07-1432 minLeadership On Purpose5 Steps to Win The Morning with Glenn LundyWin the morning, win the day. Our guest in Glenn Lundy – he's one of the more inspiring voices you'll come across these days, and he's bringing a few tangible steps to succeed in your morning routine. In this episode, you'll get 5 tangible steps to winning the morning and learn:
–> How the snooze button messes with your energy level the whole day
–> Why your phone is your worst enemy in the morning
–> What you should do in the morning to set yourself up for success
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth...
2021-06-3025 minLeadership On PurposeDeveloping Strategic Perspective with Cissy Williams, CCO at Protective LifeCan strategic perspective be developed and how do you go about doing it?
Our guest is Cissy Williams, Chief Customer Officer at Protective Life, a multi-billion dollar insurance company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. Cissy has an inspiring career story and is the perfect person to share insights on how to develop strategic perspective. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> Why breadth of experience and exposure is key to strategic perspective + career growth
–> How to pursue opportunities to develop key relationships across the enterprise
–> Why you should look at your career like a lattic...
2021-06-1934 minLeadership On PurposeFuture of Work with Lisa McGillWhat's the future of work look like what are the implications for leaders? Our guest is Lisa McGill, CHRO at Silver Peak and the perfect person to share insights on how to lead in a distributed / hybrid workplace. In this episode, you'll learn:
–> What the "Turnover Tsunami" is all about and how leaders can take advantage
–> How to hire for people who will thrive in the workplace of the future
–> How to handle burnout and why the best leaders focus their teams on the few things that matter most
–> Why you should c...
2021-06-0833 minLeadership On PurposeHumility at Work with Ken McElrath, Founder of SkuidWhat does it look like to make humility a core value in your organization? How do you hire for humility and cultivate it in your culture? Our guest is Ken McElrath, Founder of Skuid. Ken's scaled a successful company with "Humble Expert" as a core value.
In this episode, you'll learn:
–> What false humility looks like and how to own your strengths while being humble
–> How intensive listening is indistinguishable with humility
–> Why to look for "we" over "me" in new hire interviews
–> How to get your team to call you...
2021-05-2443 minLeadership On PurposeWinning the Talent Battle with Charlie Bailes, Exec at ABC Fine Wine & SpiritsHow do you win the talent battle in a tight labor market? Charlie Bailes talks about how to avoid "warm body syndrome" and attract the right talent to your organization. Charlie is VP of HR & Logistics at ABC Fine Wine & Spirits – an iconic Florida brand with 150+ stores and 1600+ employees.
In this episode you'll learn:
–> how to avoid hiring mistakes by telling candidates why they shouldn't work for you
–> practical examples for authentic and transparent leadership that builds trust and loyalty
–> why it makes sense to not always maximize revenue in favor of creat...
2021-05-1536 minLeadership On PurposeCan You Have It All? with Suneera Madhani, CEO of Stax by FattmerchantCan you have it all – family, community, and work? Our guest is Suneera Madhani, Founder & CEO of Stax by Fattmerchant. Her answer to this question is an unapologetic YES. Suneera shares her powerful personal story as well as a practical framework she calls the "3 Bucket Principle" for integrating work with life and prioritizing the things that matter most.
"Your story is yours to design," and if you care about the goal, you'll focus on the system. Suneera shares how to say NO more often so that you can say YES to the things that matter most. She al...
2021-05-0637 minLeadership On PurposeBuilding Connection on a Global Team with Hubert Palan, CEO of ProductboardHow do you build connection and foster relationships in a distributed team environment? Our guest is Hubert Palan, CEO of Productboard, and he shares how to overcome some of the unique challenges of a virtual reality. Trust and connection require knowing one other on a personal level, and Hubert shares some practical insights for building community and stronger bonds among the team.
He also talks about why leaders should stop referring to our company as "family" and what we should say instead. Make sure to listen for a great nugget on why and how to involve your...
2021-05-0335 minLeadership On PurposeScaling Autonomy with David Cancel, CEO at DriftHow do you foster a culture where autonomy scales? Our guest is David Cancel, CEO at Drift and Entrepreneur in Residence at Harvard Business School. He is the embodiment of the American success story, and you'll catch a bit of this in the episode.
Learn how a great culture matches equal parts autonomy + accountability ... people empowered to create and make decisions, matched with a high degree of accountability, ultimately to the customer.
David talks about how leaders should STOP hiring for cultural fit, and what to do instead. He also talks about how you better b...
2021-04-2530 minLeadership On PurposeBuilding Culture From the Ground Up with Don Thoma, CEO at AireonHow do you build culture from scratch? Our guest is Don Thoma, CEO at Aireon, and the quintessential intrapreneur turned entrepreneur.
Don shares how important the hiring process is for screening people that will enhance your company's culture and for emphasizing its importance on the front end. He also shares how communication is vital, but walking the talk is even more important in the way you and your leaders live out the values and celebrate team members who are doing the same.
Finally, we talk about talent development in a startup environment. Don is a g...
2021-04-1932 minLeadership On PurposeLeading People Early in Your Career with Marc Diouane, Chief Business Officer at CheckrHave you ever led a team where you had less experience than most of the team? It's not an easy scenario, but it's one that many emerging leaders find themselves in.
Our guest is Marc Diouane, Chief Business Officer at Checkr. Marc is an experienced senior exec who's led teams all over the globe, and he remembers what it was like when he was first asked to lead a team at 25 years old.
Marc shares the natural challenges of managing people early in your career, how to build trust quickly, and what senior leaders can do...
2021-04-1328 minLeadership On PurposeFocus On The Winners with Erik Huberman, CEO of Hawke MediaWant a sure-fire way to enhance your organization's culture? Focus on the positive. As leaders, it's natural to want to please everyone. We should welcome and listen to feedback, but when we cater to the complainers whose problem isn't really all that valid, it makes it worse for everyone.
Our guest is Erik Huberman, CEO of Hawke Media, and we talk about two different "laws of 3" in this episode that will help you be a better leader. Erik also shares his passionately held belief that "hustle isn't scalable" and the implications for leaders. He also talks about...
2021-04-0829 minLeadership On PurposeAttracting Top Talent & "Collaborative Competition" with James Cutrer, MongoDBHow do you attract top talent into your organization? What’s your pitch? Our guest is James Cutrer, a top sales executive at MongoDB, and he shares the 5-point pitch he uses to win top talent.
We also talk specifically about developing sales leaders as well as the concept of “collaborative competition.”
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-04-0228 minLeadership On PurposeScaling Your Voice with Greg Segall CEO at AlyceThe more senior you grow as a leader and the more your organization grows, the less your voice is heard and the more weight it carries. The implications of this are significant, and Greg Segall, CEO at Alyce, breaks down why it matters and what you can do about it.
Greg also shares how senior leaders set the example for balance at work and how he prioritizes family time and encourages his team to do the same.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-03-2336 minLeadership On PurposeStaying Lean with Drew Cook CFO at PactWhy is it important to stay lean as your company / organization grows? It's not just about the budget savings. Drew Cook, CFO at Pact, shares how staying lean enables better decision making and better business outcomes. Get practical nuggets on hiring, how to creatively solve challenges as you grow without adding new cost, and where staying lean can go wrong.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-03-1521 minLeadership On PurposeHow Leaders INVEST MICRO with Rocky DeStefanoDo you choose what you want most over what you want right now? This is part 2 of Think Macro Invest Micro – a deep dive with Rocky DeStefano on how the best leaders invest micro to achieve macro impact. Catch the first part "Think Macro" on A Server's Journey podcast.
It's another fun jam session with practical insights on investing micro in your life and leadership. Learn about the compounding effect and how you can leverage it to enhance your impact, and how to keep choosing the hard thing for the impact you desire most.
Leadership On...
2021-03-1032 min
A Server's JourneyThink Macro with Blake BozarthWe celebrate our half way point in our "Influential Leaders in History" series with an informative 3 show mini-series: Think Macro / Invest Micro with Blake Bozarth (host of the podcast Leadership on Purpose and Founder & CEO of CoThryve).In the last episode we all got to know each other and introduced Blake and his story to our audience as well as introduced ourselves to the audience of his show: Leadership on Purpose. This week we've released two episodes, Thick Macro on A Server's Journey and its counterpart, Invest Micro, on Leadership on Purpose....
2021-03-1040 minLeadership On PurposeThink Macro Invest Micro INTRO with Rocky DeStefanoThis episode tees up a two-part collaboration with Rocky DeStefano, Chic-fil-a owner and host of A Server's Journey. It's a fun jam session that feels much more "talk radio" than a typical LOP episode. Enjoy!
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-03-0530 minLeadership On PurposeLeading Gen Z Employees with Jessica Stollings-HolderGenerational differences can either cause tension in an organization OR with an intentional approach, yield better business outcomes. Gen Z is officially in the workforce, and our guest, Jessica Stollings-Holder shares insights for understanding this generation and some great tips for leading Gen Z employees. Jess is an expert on generational dynamics in the workforce, and this episode is packed with insights to help you lead multiple generations on purpose.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-03-0343 minA Server's JourneyThink Macro / Invest Micro with Blake BozarthWe celebrate our half way point in our "Influential Leaders in History" series with an informative 3 show mini-series: Think Macro / Invest Micro with Blake Bozarth (host of the podcast Leadership on Purpose and Founder & CEO of CoThryve).In this episode we all get to know each other and introduce Blake and his story to our audience as well as introduce ourselves to the audience of his show: Leadership on Purpose.A Server's Journey Links:Subscribe | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Support the ShowLeadership on Purpose Links:Podcast...
2021-03-0328 minLeadership On PurposeLeading Transformation with Erich Sternberg, EVP at KemperHow do you successfully lead transformation and shift an organization into growth mode? Erich Sternberg is an Executive Vice President at Kemper, a publicly traded insurance company headquartered in Chicago.
Erich shares practical insights for building a culture that encourages smart risk, how to kill analysis paralysis and instill a bias for action, and how to create buy-in by getting your people to own the challenge. We also cover some pitfalls leads should avoid when leading transformation.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-02-2530 minLeadership On PurposeScaling a Team with Dan Frohnen of SendosoWhat's it take to scale a team? Dan Frohnen, CMO at Sendoso, shares practical insights for scaling a team in a growing company. Learn how he built trust coming into a new organization, how he involves his team in the hiring process, and how he safeguards and builds culture along the way.
We also talk strengths-based leadership and "acceptable minimums." It's a great concept for setting clear expectations with your team for what are the required skills and capabilities for growing in your organization.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2021-02-1226 min
Lead: NowLead: Like a River w/ Blake BozarthGuys, I have been sitting on this interview for a couple of months now, just itching to get it out to y'all! Blake Bozarth, Founder of CoThryve and Host of Leadership on Purpose, is here to talk about Leading Like a River! This is truly transformational stuff!!
The leadership principles that Blake talks about today is how leadership gains its power! Just as a reservoir has no power, information only coming in and not flowing out has no power! You must learn to lead like a river, where information and wisdom are flowing...
2021-02-0517 minLeadership On PurposeOwn Your Career + Help Your People Do The Same with Andy StorchThis episode is perfect for two types of people: people who want to take ownership for their career and leaders who want to help their people take ownership for their career. Andy Storch is our guest – a thought leader in the talent development space and author of the new book, Own Your Career. Own Your Life.
Can you think of people who are unhappy or frustrated in their career?
The first step to success is taking ownership and responsibility. Your career success is not on someone else's plate or responsibility. It's on YOURS. And as leaders, it's our job to mo...
2021-02-0132 minLeadership On PurposeCreating a Mission-Driven Culture with Shari Costantini, CEO at Avant Healthcare ProfessionalsIt sometimes feels like the soft stuff, but there is real ROI on mission-driven culture. Shari Costantini is the Founder & CEO of Avant Healthcare Professionals. Her story is incredible, and the growth Avant has experienced, going from $25M to $100M+ in just about 5 years, is nothing short of amazing. Avant's growth has been fueled by the mission. It's also what's helped get them through the unbelievably trying pandemic.
Shari does a phenomenal job bringing to life how her company keeps the mission front and center, and she talks winsomely about the power of storytelling. Listen to find great examples for...
2021-01-1826 minLeadership On PurposeUse This System To Achieve Your Most Important Goals – 4x4 SystemOnly 8% of people achieve their New Year's resolutions ... we are all about setting big goals. But a goal without a plan is just a dream. And a plan without action is just a waste of time.
Discover the simple system we use to help leaders achieve more than they ever thought possible.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-12-3014 minLeadership On PurposeBuilding a Super Team with Eric Fuller, CEO of US XpressThe more senior you become in your organization, the more the quality of your leadership team determines your success. Eric Fuller is the CEO of US Xpress, an innovative logistics and trucking company with nearly $2 Billion in annual revenue. In this episode, discover:
* Why Eric spends 60-70% of his time focused on his leadership team, making sure he has the right people + they’re playing to their strengths + working well together
* Why he thinks any people manager should be spending minimum 25–30% of their time on their management team
* Why you should not focus on fixi...
2020-12-1430 minLeadership On PurposeWhere Servant Leadership Goes WRONG + Becoming a Liberating Leader with Jeremie KubicekWe're all about servant leadership, but it can go wrong. This episode is absolutely packed with wisdom and practical steps you can take to better elevate others.
Jeremie Kubicek is the Executive Chairman of GiANT Worldwide. He's started 24 different companies, including running well known brands Leadercast, the Catalyst conference, and the John Maxwell companies.
In this episode you'll learn:
–Why the best leaders are like Sherpas ... including why nobody wants to follow an asthmatic sherpa. Sherpas know themselves, they know the people they lead. The...
2020-11-3033 minLeadership On Purpose3 Steps to Cultivating an Ownership Mentality In Your Team with Maya GrossmanWe've all heard that thinking like an owner is key to success ... but how do you develop and grow an ownership mentality? And how can we help our people cultivate an ownership mindset?
Maya Grossman, author of Invaluable: 10 Skills You Need to Skyrocket Your Career lays out a 3-part framework you can put to use for yourself and your organization today.
Learn some practical tools and hear great examples for what it looks like to create value and cultivate an ownership mentality personally and for the people you lead.
2020-11-1827 min
The Grown Man Project54 | Finding Your “Y” | Blake BozarthAn alarming amount of people are disengaged with their job. Is it because many of us are in a position where we aren’t using the special features and gifts that God has given us?
Blake Bozarth, Founder of CoThryve, helps leaders find their motivating purpose and lead with confidence and humility. He coaches you to clarify your specific purpose, the way God has crafted you, and your specific gifts.
Connect with Blake on LinkedIn or visit https://cothryve.co/
2020-11-1338 minLeadership On PurposeThe "L" Word with Joel Manby, Former CEO of SeaWorld, Herschend, & SaabMost companies don't use the "L" word. Joel Manby thinks they're doing it wrong. Joel is the author of Love Works and served as CEO of major companies including SeaWorld, Herschend Family Entertainment, and Saab.
Joel breaks down what it looks like to lead with love ... love the verb, not the emotion / romance.
In this episode you'll learn:
*practical ways you can lead with love
*the importance of leaders having "Be Goals" not just "Do Goals"
*th...
2020-11-0938 minLeadership On PurposeGreatness Is Boring So Keep Chopping Wood with Kevin DeShazoWe live in a shortcut culture ... but true greatness is boring. In this episode, Kevin DeShazo, Founder of Fieldhouse Media and author of Keep Chopping Wood, breaks down a simple construct that helps you achieve your vision.
You can't run a marathon until you run a mile first, and it's ultimately about putting in the "boring" work day in, day out. Learn how leaders can instill a culture of consistency in their organization that will produce breakthrough results.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-10-2625 minLeadership On PurposeStaying Above The Line With Mike Simonds, COO Unum GroupRemember how it felt in the beginning of the pandemic with the whole world crashing down? Mike Simonds, COO of Unum Group (Fortune 250 employee benefits company), shares incredibly powerful firsthand crisis experience helping lead an 11,000 person company, and breaks down a really helpful construct leaders can use to become aware of our emotions in times of stress and threat... including what it means to help your team stay "Above The Line."
Mike shares the importance of mobilizing forums where good decisions are made, and how he views his job as less decision-maker and more convener, using the p...
2020-10-1531 minLeadership On PurposeRe-Humanize Your Leadership with Ethan BeuteHow much do you love getting a video from a friend on your birthday? There's something very powerful about personal video. It humanizes communication again, and we need this more than ever in our increasingly remote working world. More people are using personal video to connect with clients, but many leaders are missing out on the benefits casual, conversational video messages can have on their organization's culture.
Ethan Beute, author of Rehumanize Your Business and executive at BombBomb (Video Email), shares how psychological proximity can be built even in the absence of physical proximity. We talk about th...
2020-10-0538 minLeadership On Purpose3 Keys To Build Trust as a Servant Leader in a Virtual World with Omar L. HarrisThis episode is packed with practical tips for showing up as a servant leader, especially in a virtual workspace. Omar L. Harris is author of the Servant Leader’s Manifesto and was an executive in the pharmaceutical industry for over 20 years.
Discover what it means to “Inner-view” new team members, how to build unity in otherwise divisive times, and why you should grow in humility as your success grows.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-09-1824 minLeadership On PurposeThink Macro, Invest Micro: How To Change The WorldDiscover a framework for approaching the world that applies to all facets of life and leadership. Do you have big goals to change the world? Big goals for the impact you want have on the world? Or, do you see big problems and ever feel overwhelmed about what you can do? This framework is for YOU.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-09-1010 minLeadership On PurposeChoosing Leadership & Breathing Life Into Others with John EadesHere's the reality: anyone can choose to step up as a leader, and our world needs more people choosing leadership. Our guest John Eades, CEO of LearnLoft and author of Building The Best, breaks down what it looks like to lead in the small everyday ways.
Learn how leaders can breathe life into their organization simply in the way they encourage people, and what to do when you encounter bad leaders. This episode is packed with nuggets to help you grow your leadership as you inspire, empower, and elevate others.
Leadership On P...
2020-08-2726 minLeadership On Purpose5 Ways To Champion Others and Grow Your Leadership ImpactGreat leaders are great champions. They seek out people, recognize their gifts and goals, and invest in them in a way that elevates them. This is a Jam Session with one of the best champions I know, Lexi Bozarth. We break down 5 practical ways to be a great champion of others, increasing your impact as a leader.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-08-0813 min
The YoPro Know PodcastThe YoPro Know ft. Blake Bozarth, ConsultantJoin the YoPro Know this week as we interview Blake Bozarth, a 31-year-old founder and CEO of CoThryve, while also living in Orlando, Florida. During this interview, Blake talks about CoThryve as a mentor and consulting company, which began from a major change in his career path, transitioning out of the corporate world and into CoThryve. Blake’s three keys to growing your influence in a corporate company are competence, character, and relationships. Having competence will grow your influence in a company, developing a unique character gives you the right to be followed and influenced, and having the intention of...
2020-08-0422 minLeadership On PurposeTransformational Leadership: Pursuing Your Future Self with Dr. Ben HardyDo you love the Enneagram and other personality tests? BRACE YOURSELF. Learn Dr. Ben Hardy's beef with personality tests and what we should be doing instead. Get ready to transform your leadership with purpose and goals that shape who you are and help others pursue the best version of themselves.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-08-0252 minLeadership On PurposeDeveloping Distinct Points of View to Accelerate Your Influence with James CarbaryIn this episode, we talk about how anyone can grow their influence by intentionally developing unique points of view that distinguish you from the field and add value to the people around you. ALSO, learn an incredibly effective strategy for connecting with the people you want to know. James Carbary is Founder & CEO of Sweet Fish Media and one of the brightest marketing minds in the land.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-08-0231 minLeadership On PurposeThe Most Important Question Most Leaders Fail to AskIf you’re not asking yourself this question, and if you’re not asking your people this question, you’re missing out on transformational growth and development.
Leadership On Purpose is hosted by Blake Bozarth, Founder & CEO of CoThryve
2020-07-2413 min