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Abstract EssayIn its fifth season, Abstract Essay welcomes Clint Rusch, an inspiring leader, forward-thinking innovator, proven team builder, and strategic problem solver, as our featured guest.Clint RuschLeader, Innovator, Team Builder, Problem Solver grew up in Minnesota, where I learned the value of hard work, the importance of socially responsible community service, and the meaning of the word 'winter.'The events of 9/11 changed my life forever, as I left the University of Wisconsin and joined the Army, where I had the distinct honor to serve alongside some of the finest men I've ever known.Following my time in uniform, I entered the private sector, spending time in operations, finance...
2025-12-0327 min
Durable EntrepreneursBuying an Established Business - with Clint RuschIn this episode, Sean interviews Clint Rush, an award-winning business leader and decorated U.S. Army combat veteran, who shares his journey as an early-stage entrepreneur. Clint discusses his unique upbringing, influenced by his entrepreneurial mother, and how it shaped his perspective on business and life. He delves into the concept of entrepreneurship through acquisition, highlighting the benefits and challenges of taking over an established company. Clint emphasizes the importance of finding meaning in work, not just for himself but for his team and the community they serve.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Entrepreneurship is not just about...
2025-11-0448 min
S.M.A.R.T. Performance "A Leaders Blueprint to Sustainable Success!"S.M.A.R.T. - Performance Podcast with Clint Rusch focused on resilience and overcoming failuresKeywordsresilience, leadership, personal growth, military experience, career decisions, trust, engagement, entrepreneurship, learning from mistakes, continuous improvementSummaryIn this episode of the SMART Podcast, host Walter welcomes Clint Rush, a military veteran and entrepreneur, to discuss resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Clint shares his journey from military service to business ownership, emphasizing the importance of learning from mistakes and defining one's destination in life. He highlights the significance of trust and engagement in leadership, drawing parallels between military and civilian...
2025-10-1516 min
The Jeff Robertson ShowFrom Battlefield to Boardroom: Clint Rusch's Unstoppable Leadership Journey 🚀Discover the inspiring story of Clint Rusch, a leader who has transformed challenges into triumphs. From his military service in high-stakes environments to leading a top-performing company featured on the Inc. 5000 list, Clint shares his invaluable insights on resilience, trust, and embracing second chances. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a leader seeking actionable strategies for success, this conversation is packed with wisdom to fuel your growth.
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Tackling crises with composure
Building a culture of trust and integrity
Simplifying decision-making in leadership
Why second chances matter in life and business
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2025-01-3139 min
The Inspired ChoiceUnlocking Leadership and Creativity with Clint RuschCaroline Biesalski welcomes Clint Rusch to discuss leadership, drawing from his military background and expertise in collaborative problem solving. Clint offers valuable insights into fostering team creativity and managing crises effectively. The conversation delves into the importance of embracing diverse perspectives in leadership and how it can enhance decision-making. Clint shares career insights, emphasizing the significance of understanding and meeting customer expectations. They explore strategies for setting and pursuing goals. The episode wraps up with final thoughts and ways to connect with Clint, followed by Caroline's closing remarks and sign-off.
Meet Clint Rusch
Kansas City, MO, USA
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2025-01-0526 min
Customers First PodcastLeading Honestly with Clint RuschOn this episode of the Customer's First Podcast, host Tacey Atkinson welcomes Clint Rush, a multifaceted leader with an impressive background, including an award-winning executive, a decorated combat veteran, and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. We delve into Clint's journey, which began at the University of Wisconsin and then took a significant turn following the events of 9/11, which motivated him to join the Army. His military service paved the way for a diverse career in the private sector, including roles in operations, quality, business development, and more. Clint reflects on his transitions from military to civilian life and...
2024-10-0832 min
So you want to be a leader... Really? By Defy ExpectationsWho gets the best of you? with Clint RuschWho gets the best of you? Who gets the rest of you? How can you become a better leader by prioritising what is critical to you? Learn more with Clint Rusch
2024-10-0227 min
BizBlendResilient Leadership: Mental Health, Authenticity, and Humor with Clint RuschEpisode Summary:
In this insightful episode of BizBlend, host Reema speaks with Clint Rush (CGR), a military veteran and business leader, about the challenges of leadership, mental health, and the importance of resilience. Clint shares his personal journey from military service to business leadership, highlighting how authenticity, humor, and a resilient mindset helped him overcome obstacles. They discuss transitioning from the military to civilian life, addressing imposter syndrome, and balancing leadership with personal life. Clint also shares valuable lessons from leading North Point Logistics through challenging times, offering practical advice for maintaining mental well-being in high-stress environments.
2024-09-2426 min
Helping The Brave PodcastMilitary to Management: Clint Rusch on Business Leadership and Veteran CamaraderieJoin host Ed Parcaut in this captivating episode of the Helping The Brave Podcast as he sits down with Clint Rusch, a dedicated entrepreneur and veteran, to unpack his incredible journey from childhood business ventures to military service in Baghdad, and eventually becoming a leader in the logistics industry. 🚀 **Episode Highlights:** - **Entrepreneurial Roots:** Clint shares how his early exposure to his mother's business successes and challenges sparked his entrepreneurial spirit. - **Military Insights:** Discover how Clint's Army service, inspired by the events of 9/11, added layers of resilience and leadership to his entrepreneurial skill set. - **Bus...
2024-09-2439 min
Helping The Brave PodcastMilitary to Management: Clint Rusch on Business Leadership and Veteran CamaraderieJoin host Ed Parcaut in this captivating episode of the Helping The Brave Podcast as he sits down with Clint Rusch, a dedicated entrepreneur and veteran, to unpack his incredible journey from childhood business ventures to military service in Baghdad, and eventually becoming a leader in the logistics industry. 🚀 **Episode Highlights:** - **Entrepreneurial Roots:** Clint shares how his early exposure to his mother's business successes and challenges sparked his entrepreneurial spirit. - **Military Insights:** Discover how Clint's Army service, inspired by the events of 9/11, added layers of resilience and leadership to his entrepreneurial skill set....
2024-09-2439 min
That Will Nevr Work PodcastThat Will Nevr Work S5E87 "Leading Through the Storm: Insights from Combat to Boardroom with Clint Rusch"The podcast features an interview with Clint, a combat veteran and successful business executive, who discusses leadership with host Maurice. Clint shares his early leadership experiences, such as being captain of his high school swim team, and contrasts leading in combat with leading in the business world. He underscores that true leadership is evident when people seek your guidance during challenging times. https://clintrusch.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/steel14/Resources:Well Why Not Workbook: https://bit.ly/authormauricechismPodmatch:Â https://bit.ly/joinpodmatchwithmaurice*FREE* 5 Bold Shifts to help you silence doubt and start moving: https://bit.ly/5b...
2024-09-1824 min
Speaking and Communicating PodcastClear and Effective Communication in the Military w/ Clint RuschHow do leaders communicative effectively in combat vs corporate?Meet Clint Rusch!Clint is a Leader, Innovator, Team-Builder and Problem-Solver. He is passionate about helping his teams achieve breakthrough success, often in areas they didn't realize were possible. He helps transform process, leadership, and capability in a relentless pursuit of excellence.Clint is invigorated every day by the opportunity to his team become more than they ever thought they could, and to transform organizational process, culture, and leadership in the relentless pursuit of client, stakeholder, and community excellence. He grew up in Minnesota...
2024-04-2431 min
Café & Networking PodcastClint Rusch, Problem Solver, Team Builder, Kansas City, MOHow can a leader build and create trust? Clint Rusch shares his insight. Leader, Innovator, Team-Builder, Problem-Solver, COO at Flow Therapy. https://wwwclintrusch.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/steel14
2024-03-2708 min
Communications Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 minCommon Sense Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 minBusiness coaching Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 minManagement Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 minLeadership Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 minLeadership Training Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 minLeadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 minExecutive leadership Archives | Leadership Powered by Common SenseHow Can Leadership Skills Transfer Across Industries? | Ep 258
The Universal Language of Leadership: Insights from Across Industries Introduction Hello, I’m Doug Thorpe, the voice behind the “Leadership Powered by Common Sense” podcast. In my latest episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Clint Rusch, a seasoned leader with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries. Our conversation was a deep dive […]
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2024-01-2500 min
The MisFitNation🎙️ Unlocking Leadership Wisdom with Clint Rusch on The MisFitNation Show! 🌟Join us for a powerhouse episode as we welcome the exceptional Clint Rusch to The MisFitNation Show. Hosted by Rich LaMonica, this episode promises a deep dive into the realm of leadership, guided by a decorated combat veteran and seasoned business executive.🌟 Meet Clint Rusch: With a career steeped in diverse experiences, Clint has led teams across a wide array of geographies, industries, and functions. His leadership approach, anchored in people-centric values, has not only spurred organizational growth but also nurtured the development of thriving teams. Clint firmly believes that the latter is where the...
2023-12-1449 minLubar Executive Education PodcastMaking High-Quality Decisions Consistently Under StressIn this episode we talk with Clint Rusch about ways you can increase your chances of making good decisions consistently in a complex and unpredictable world.During our time together we discuss:What leaders can do to consistently make good high stakes decisions in an optimal way regardless of how much information you have (or don't have). A repeatable process/algorithm for making decisions under stress and maximizing your decision making power each day.How to deal with and overcome the times when you make a poor decision.The key to getting your hiring decisions correct. Ho...
2023-11-3037 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 334 Leadership Lessons from the Frontlines: A Discussion with Clint RuschLeadership Lessons from the Frontlines: Get ready for a riveting conversation with Clint Rusch on our latest podcast episode. A man shaped by duty and a drive for change, Clint's experiences as a soldier and his transition back to civilian life will captivate you. We explore his leadership style, the societal issues that have impacted him, and the challenges of our current social climate. Tune in for an enlightening exploration with Clint Rush and prepare for a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes, insightful leadership lessons, and thought-provoking discussions. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader...
2023-10-1145 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 334 Leadership Lessons from the Frontlines: A Discussion with Clint RuschLeadership Lessons from the Frontlines: Get ready for a riveting conversation with Clint Rusch on our latest podcast episode. A man shaped by duty and a drive for change, Clint's experiences as a soldier and his transition back to civilian life will captivate you. We explore his leadership style, the societal issues that have impacted him, and the challenges of our current social climate. Tune in for an enlightening exploration with Clint Rush and prepare for a rich tapestry of personal anecdotes, insightful leadership lessons, and thought-provoking discussions. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader...
2023-10-1145 min
Unbound with Chris DuBois025 Clint Rusch: Army Vet Turned COOOn today's episode of Unbound, I'm joined by Clint Rusch. Clint is an Army vet turned business professional who's led teams across geographies, industries, and company scale, and has consistently delivered growth-oriented, culturally-rooted, and process-driven outcomes for employees, stakeholders, and clients alike.Learn more about Clint at ClintRusch.com
2023-08-3143 min
Unshakeable Influence PodcastClint Rusch, President & CEO of NorthPoint LogisticsClint Rusch is passionate about helping his teams achieve breakthrough success, often in areas they didn't realize were possible. NorthPoint Logistics is a values-focused full-service international freight forwarder, customs broker, and domestic freight broker. It offers logistics management services and systems which centralize provider networks, automate shipment planning and tracking, and provide world-class service and expertise to help their clients navigate the uncertain waters of supply chains around the world. Here are some key moments from our conversation: •   Brief introduction of yourself and what you do. (00:41) •   What has the growth curve of the company looked l...
2023-03-161h 05
Best Places to LeadEp 44 | How to Make the Right Decisions as Fast as Possible with Clint RuschLeaders are tasked with making many high-impact decisions on a daily basis. It’s important to feel confident not just in the choices you make, and in the process used to make them. But, with the extreme daily pressures, making effective decisions as fast as you need to keep pace with the business is difficult.This is why I’m bringing Clint Rusch on the show to share his decision-making formula for who, how, and what decisions need to be made in the business. Clint is the current President of NorthPoint Logistics and a former U.S...
2023-02-231h 02
MEAT+POULTRY PodcastNorthpoint Logistics navigates the global supply chain challengesAs 2022 begins, logistics and supply chain challenges remain in place throughout the United States and the world.
Whether it’s the scenes at ports or the lack of truck drivers out on the highways, companies are looking for solutions to this ongoing issue.
One place that continues to provide flexibility and insights for the meat industry is Northpoint Logistics, a Kansas City area company that focus on the supply chain.
For this episode of the MEAT+POULTRY podcast, Clint Rusch, president of Northpoint Logistics, and Kaitlin Rusbarsky, the managing director of international operations di...
2022-01-0744 min
Oscars & Himbeeren - der Film- und Serien-Podcast"Judas and the Black Messiah": Wenn Worte die Welt entzündenDer US-Amerikaner Fred Hampton war Bürgerrechtler, Aktivist und werdender Vater, als er 1969 im Schlaf erschossen wurde. Hingerichtet von einem Staatsapparat, der in dem jungen Mann eine Gefahr für die Gesellschaftsordnung sehen wollte. Hampton war Afroamerikaner und am Abend seiner Ermordung 21 Jahre jung. Der Film "Judas and the Black Messiah" erzählt seine Geschichte. Eine Geschichte über strukturellen Rassismus, Verrat und Verzweiflung, aber auch über Mut, Opferbereitschaft und Hoffnung.Neben der ausführlichen Kritik zu "Judas and the Black Messiah" sprechen Ronny Rüsch und Axel Max in der neuen Podcast-Folge von "Oscars & Himbeeren" auch über die Doku...
2021-08-0624 minOscars & Himbeeren - der Film- und Serien-Podcast"Judas and the Black Messiah": Wenn Worte die Welt entzündenDer US-Amerikaner Fred Hampton war Bürgerrechtler, Aktivist und werdender Vater, als er 1969 im Schlaf erschossen wurde. Hingerichtet von einem Staatsapparat, der in dem jungen Mann eine Gefahr für die Gesellschaftsordnung sehen wollte. Hampton war Afroamerikaner und am Abend seiner Ermordung 21 Jahre jung. Der Film "Judas and the Black Messiah" erzählt seine Geschichte. Eine Geschichte über strukturellen Rassismus, Verrat und Verzweiflung, aber auch über Mut, Opferbereitschaft und Hoffnung.Neben der ausführlichen Kritik zu "Judas and the Black Messiah" sprechen Ronny Rüsch und Axel Max in der neuen Podcast-Folge von "Oscars & Himbeeren" auch über die Doku...
2021-08-0624 min
Oscars & Himbeeren - der Film- und Serien-Podcast"Der Fall Richard Jewell": Atlanta-Anschlag 1996 - wenn Medien vorverurteilenRichard Jewell starb 2007 mit nur 44 Jahren an Herzversagen. Elf Jahre zuvor, am 27. Juli 1996, entdeckte Richard im Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta einen Rucksack mit Rohrbomben. Das schnelle und beherzte Handeln des Wachmannes rettete vermutlich vielen Menschen das Leben. Richard Jewell wurde als "Held von Atlanta" gefeiert. Nach drei Tagen jedoch war der Zauber vorbei. Richard rückte in den Kern der FBI-Ermittlungen. Als die Medien davon erfuhren, wurde aus dem strahlenden Helden binnen Stunden der vermeintliche Täter.Regisseur Clint Eastwood hat mit seinem Film "Der Fall Richard Jewell" ein weiteres subtiles Genrewerk geschaffen und setzt gleichzeitig ein...
2021-05-1426 minOscars & Himbeeren - der Film- und Serien-Podcast"Der Fall Richard Jewell": Atlanta-Anschlag 1996 - wenn Medien vorverurteilenRichard Jewell starb 2007 mit nur 44 Jahren an Herzversagen. Elf Jahre zuvor, am 27. Juli 1996, entdeckte Richard im Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta einen Rucksack mit Rohrbomben. Das schnelle und beherzte Handeln des Wachmannes rettete vermutlich vielen Menschen das Leben. Richard Jewell wurde als "Held von Atlanta" gefeiert. Nach drei Tagen jedoch war der Zauber vorbei. Richard rückte in den Kern der FBI-Ermittlungen. Als die Medien davon erfuhren, wurde aus dem strahlenden Helden binnen Stunden der vermeintliche Täter.Regisseur Clint Eastwood hat mit seinem Film "Der Fall Richard Jewell" ein weiteres subtiles Genrewerk geschaffen und setzt gleichzeitig ein...
2021-05-1426 min