Becoming a Brilliant Visionary
This article is all about Visionary Leaders! We dive into who these Visionaries are, why they are, and what specific actions they can take to overcome their unique challenges and become brilliant.
The Secret to Sustaining Success in any Stage with Scott Ritzheimer – Ep. 343
In this thought-provoking episode, Scott Ritzheimer shares how to thrive in your current stage without forced growth. If you struggle with boredom and stage pressure, you won't want to miss it. You will discover:
You will discover:
- Why aligning your stage with your vision boosts fulfillment
- How to embrace mystery to sustain joy and success
- What thriving strategies keep you engaged in any stage
The Four Elements of an Effective Executive Team with Jay Johnson – Ep. 338
In this bureaucratic episode, Jay Johnson, CEO of Coeus Creative Group, shares behavioral intelligence for team building. If you struggle with personality clashes or self-doubt as a startup founder, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why understanding behaviors boosts stage 2 team harmony
- How to assess four elements for better hiring
- What choosing behaviors empowers founder agency
The Founder’s Evolution Stage 5: The Chief Executive
In stage 5 of your evolution as a founder, you finally take on a title you've been using incorrectly for a long time: Chief Executive. This stage is tremendously rewarding as you lead through others and build an organization whose success will outlast you. However, some soul-searching and a few essential strategies are needed to get there.
The Most Overlooked Tool for Success at Scale with Deborah Heiser – Ep. 333
In this instructive episode, Deborah Heiser, Founder and CEO of The Mentor Project, shares strategies for effective mentorship in organizations. If you struggle with leadership development or succession planning, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why mentorship fosters generativity for stage 5 legacy
- How to implement hierarchical mentoring for team growth
- What lateral mentoring enhances cross-functional collaboration
Your Baby is Ugly (Here’s How to Fix It) with Justin Goodbread – Ep. 332
In the inaugural episode of Secrets of The High Demand Coach, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence speaks to the host of the show, Scott Ritzheimer. Scott shares that he began his entrepreneurial journey at 20 but had to fight for his business's survival. He shares that he had three different bad experiences with coaches which turned him off to the idea. He ultimately found that he wanted to try his hand at being a coach. Not only that, but he wanted to offer a better experience to his clients than what he went through. He founded his coaching company, Scale Architects, after successfully exiting his previous business.
He started his coaching business and this podcast in order to reach founders and celebrate amazing coaches. If you're a seasoned business coach or consultant who is also an entrepreneur and feel you're a great fit for the show, apply here.
The Dark Side of Servant Leadership Exposed with Nathan Jamail – Ep. 325
In the inaugural episode of Secrets of The High Demand Coach, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence speaks to the host of the show, Scott Ritzheimer. Scott shares that he began his entrepreneurial journey at 20 but had to fight for his business's survival. He shares that he had three different bad experiences with coaches which turned him off to the idea. He ultimately found that he wanted to try his hand at being a coach. Not only that, but he wanted to offer a better experience to his clients than what he went through. He founded his coaching company, Scale Architects, after successfully exiting his previous business.
He started his coaching business and this podcast in order to reach founders and celebrate amazing coaches. If you're a seasoned business coach or consultant who is also an entrepreneur and feel you're a great fit for the show, apply here.
Is Your Problem Your People, Your Processes, or Your Past? with Steven Falk – Ep. 323
In this transformative episode, Steven Falk, Founder and CEO of SwitchbackOS, shares strategies to balance systems and relationships for leadership excellence. If you struggle with team dynamics or control, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to use metacognition to manage thoughts and lead effectively
- Why balancing systems and relationships creates world-class leadership
- How to rewire your brain to overcome bad habits
Why Your Business Won’t Sell with Darryl Bates-Brownsword – Ep. 317
In this workable episode, Darryl Bates-Brownsword, Founder of Succession Plus UK, shares strategies to make your business sellable. If you struggle with exit planning or maximizing value, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to start exit planning early to ensure a high-value sale
- Why reducing owner dependence boosts your business’s marketability
- What intangible assets like IP and branding increase valuation
Your Numbers Look Fine But You’re Struggling with Jonathan Maharaj – Ep. 416
In this perceptive episode, Jonathan Maharaj, Founder of Aurora Financials, shares how to bridge the growing information gap between you and your team as a stage 5 founder. If you're leading executives but struggling with confidence in the numbers and hidden dysfunction, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why scaling creates more dysfunction and information asymmetry at the board level
- How to distinguish symptoms from root causes in financial and operational issues
- What soft controls and people-focused leadership look like to maintain alignment
How to Lead as Chief Executive with Yosi Kossowsky – Ep. 309
In this enlightening episode,Yosi Kossowsky, Co-Owner of K-Tor Consulting Services LTD, shares insights on leading high-performing executive teams. If you struggle with coaching executives or fostering collaboration, you won’t want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why your behavior sets the tone for your executive team
- How to communicate clear expectations to drive performance
- What observations foster growth over critical feedback
6 Steps to Creating Your Dream Life with Matt Gerlach – Ep. 307
In this profound episode, Matt Gerlach, Owner of mattgerlach.com, shares steps to align your business with your true aspirations. If you struggle with burnout or unfulfilling success, you won’t want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why assessing your current situation clarifies your true motivations
- How to set aspirations that align with your desired lifestyle
- What barriers from your past may block your fulfillment