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System & Soul

By Chris White & Benj Miller

Welcome to System & Soul, the podcast for growth-minded leaders to strengthen the system and soul of their business to create breakthrough. Hosted by Chris White and Benj Miller. S2 is a business framework helping entrepreneurs start their own business coaching practice through business coach certification and training. We'll talk: How to grow as a leader Business tools and advice How to scale your business How to improve your organizational culture Small business Clarity and control Guiding entrepreneurs And much, much more. //formerly Tractionville™
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#059: Leading with Emotional Intelligence with Dr. Adam Boudreaux

System & SoulSep 29, 2020

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#003: Rewrite Your Subconscious Beliefs with Judy Kane

#003: Rewrite Your Subconscious Beliefs with Judy Kane

Benj interviews Judy Kane, a mindset change specialist. They discuss the process of changing subconscious beliefs and how it can impact various aspects of life. Judy explains that mindset change involves rewriting subconscious beliefs that are getting in the way of personal growth and success. She shares examples of common subconscious beliefs, such as fear of success and scarcity mindset. Judy also provides insights on recognizing self-sabotage and uncovering subconscious beliefs. The conversation highlights the importance of visualizing desired outcomes and being gentle with oneself during the process of mindset change.


Takeaways

  • Mindset change involves rewriting subconscious beliefs that are hindering personal growth and success.
  • Recognizing patterns of self-sabotage can indicate the presence of subconscious beliefs that need to be addressed.
  • Visualizing desired outcomes can help in changing subconscious beliefs.


This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up! 


References:

Connect with Judy on LinkedIn

AlignedConsciousness.com

Mar 20, 202422:53
#002: The Confidence Ignitor with Steve Lover

#002: The Confidence Ignitor with Steve Lover

In this episode, business coach and confidence expert, Steve Lover discusses his confidence development model and its application in leadership development. He emphasizes the importance of confidence in achieving success and explains the vital difference between confidence and self-esteem.


Key Takeaways:

- The confidence development model

- The difference between pleasing and serving

- The willingness to be unliked for doing what’s best


This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!


References:

The Confidence Ignitor by Steve Lover

View the Confidence Development Model Diagram

Learn more about Steve Lover

Connect with Steve Lover on LinkedIn

Feb 14, 202432:38
#001: Love Works with Joel Manby

#001: Love Works with Joel Manby

Former CEO of SeaWorld and Herschend Enterprises, Joel Manby, joins Benj Miller to discuss how Love in the workplace increases engagement, job satisfaction, and profitability.


Takeaways:

- Why love is a key leadership principle

- What metrics measure love in an organization

- Loving your people through challenging times


This episode is sponsored by The 261


Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 


But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up! 


References:

Love Works by Joel Manby

Book Joel Manby to speak for your organization

Join the Executive Circle

Learn more about Joel Manby

Jan 17, 202438:54
#022: Lead with Levity with Heather Walker, Ph.D.

#022: Lead with Levity with Heather Walker, Ph.D.

Creative Founder of Lead with Levity, Heather Walker, Ph.D., reflects on getting older and the importance of staying relevant while leading diverse teams. Dr. Walker also explores the challenges and benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. And, she shares insights on managing large teams and the importance of maintaining personal relationships with team members.


Takeaways:

  • Staying relevant requires paying attention to trends, connecting with younger generations, and being open to new ideas.
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential for innovation and success in the workplace.
  • Managing large teams requires finding efficient ways to build relationships and communicate with team members.


References:

LeadwithLevity.com

Connect with Heather on LinkedIn

Dec 12, 202340:38
Bonus: The 6 Dimensions of Compensation
Dec 05, 202338:18
#021: Faith Driven Entrepreneur
Nov 15, 202337:00
#020: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 4)

#020: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 4)

In the final installment of our Renedages series, Benj and McKenzie invite Renegade Leader Jason Moore, founder of DNA Partners, for an indepth chat about the journey to close the gap between founder and leader. They discuss:


- Closing the gap between Renegade Founder and Renegade Leader

- The hardest shifts for Renegade Leaders to embrace

- Tried and true methods for building a healthy culture


Get your own copy of Renegades today at ⁠SystemAndSoul.com/Renegades⁠!

Nov 08, 202346:25
#019: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 3)

#019: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 3)

What better way to continue our series celebrating the release of our new book, Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom, than to invite two of our very own System & Soul coaches to share the impact they’re seeing firsthand through the businesses they’re coaching. Today, you will meet Jonathan King and Bill Green as we talk about:


- Firsthand transformation we are experiencing within the companies we coach

- How System & Soul coaches navigate coaching Renegades that are resistant to change

- The hardest shifts for businesses to embrace


Get your own copy of Renegades today at ⁠SystemAndSoul.com/Renegades⁠!

Nov 01, 202333:12
#018: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 2)

#018: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 2)

This week, we’re continuing our series on our brand spanking new book, Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom! In this episode, Benj Miller and McKenzie Decker lay the groundwork for the internal, soul-level work that renegade leaders need to do within themselves and in the teams they build. 


They discuss:

- Being inwardly sound and others-focused

- Growing beyond tying your identity to your business

- 6 players of a power team


Get your own copy of Renegades today at ⁠SystemAndSoul.com/Renegades⁠!

Oct 25, 202340:36
#017: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 1)

#017: Renegades: Break Rules, Find Freedom (Part 1)

We have something big to share with you! We just launched, Renegades, our brand new book for business founders and entrepreneurs who want to close the gap from being a Renegade Founder to a Renegade Leader. This is the first of a four-part series in which we dive deep into the book, the storeis and challenges that shaped it, and why this book is a game-changer. 


In this episode Benj Miller and McKenzie Decker discuss:

- The gap from Renegade Founder to Renegade Leader

- Overcoming the need to feel needed

- Are you being an intentional coach to your team?


Visit SystemAndSoul.com/Renegades to order the book OR sign up to get a FREE chapter!


Oct 23, 202332:25
#016: Updating Our Human Operating System with David Emerald Womeldorff

#016: Updating Our Human Operating System with David Emerald Womeldorff

A dynamic world requires dynamic leaders. In this episode, Benj Miller chats with David Emerald Womeldorff about:


1. Updating Our Human Operating System

2. Making Decisions with a Seven-Generation Mindset

3. Finding More Time to Play Pickle Ball


This episode is sponsored by The 261.


Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.


But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!


References:

TheEmpowermentDynamic.com

The Power of TED

Three Vital Questions

Sep 26, 202343:51
#015: Built to Beat Chaos with Gary Harpst

#015: Built to Beat Chaos with Gary Harpst

“Growth is not our problem; desire is our problem.” Gary Harpst, author of Built to Beat Chaos, joins Benj Miller to discuss:


1. Why has civilization rapidly progressed technologically but not sociologically? 

2. Creating order our of the raw material of chaos

3. Learning to embrace constraints


This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!


References:

Built to Beat Chaos by Gary Harpst

www.garyharpst.com

Aug 22, 202338:19
#014: Re-Humanizing the Workplace with Joe Mull

#014: Re-Humanizing the Workplace with Joe Mull

Author and speaker, Joe Mull, chats with Benj about re-humanizing the workplace by creating a people-centered environment that benefits employees and employers alike. The three big ideas they discuss in this episode are:


- How people are tired

- The myth that no one wants to work

- Where does commitment come from?


All this and more on System & Soul.


This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 


But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!


References:

Employalty by Joe Mull

JoeMull.com

Jul 25, 202334:35
#013: Know Yourself to Grow Yourself with Traci Morrow

#013: Know Yourself to Grow Yourself with Traci Morrow

This week, Benj talks with coach, speaker, author, and P90x video game character Traci Morrow about the importance of leading yourself first. Traci has been personally mentored by John C. Maxwell and knows better than most that you cannot give what you do not have. They discuss:


  • Leading Yourself First
  • How to Build Healthy Relationships
  • The Beautiful Mess of Marriage


This episode is sponsored by The 261


Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 


But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:

TraciMorrow.com

Real Life Marriage by Traci Morrow

Jul 11, 202341:27
#012: What Do You Want Your Customers to Become with Marty Neumeier

#012: What Do You Want Your Customers to Become with Marty Neumeier

Benj Miller chats with marketing legend, author and co-founder of Level C, Marty Neumeier. In this episode they discuss:


- The definition of growth: When growth becomes the enemy

- The role of business in a divided society

- The meaning of brands when tribal beliefs become a substitute for truth


This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 


But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:

MartyNeumeier.com

Jun 27, 202332:25
#011: Leadership, Being Human, and Giving a Damn with Gary S. Held

#011: Leadership, Being Human, and Giving a Damn with Gary S. Held

In this episode, Benj Miller chats with S2 Coach and business sage, Gary S. Held, about leadership, culture, and passion. Gary’s vast business experience has taught him that leadership is living, breathing, acting, and working such that people want to follow you; culture means embracing the humanity of your business; and passion meaning giving a damn about the people you lead. 

“As you grow a business, you need to grow people.” –Gary Held

This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.
If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:

https://www.redadmiralventures.com/

Jun 13, 202330:40
#010: How AI Is Commoditizing Your Industry

#010: How AI Is Commoditizing Your Industry

In this episode, Emily Morgan, founder and visionary of Delegate Solutions, and author of Let it Go discusses:


-How AI is commoditizing your industry

-How to deal with legacy employees

-Creating a world-class client experience

-Following a boyfriend to Alaska. 


This episode is sponsored by The 261


Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up! 


References:

Delegate Solutions

Let it Go by Emily Morgan

May 30, 202332:11
#009: Work ON the Business Not IN the Business

#009: Work ON the Business Not IN the Business

Sure… you can fix the issue now. OR, you can fix it forever. In today’s episode of System and Soul, Benj Miller and (drum roll…) Chris White are back to chat with speaker, author, and expert EOS implementor, Ted Bradshaw about working on your business as opposed to working in your business. 


Why shouldn’t you miss this episode? Because you’ll also learn about creating a personal operating system, and how to leverage AI. If this is not the most relevant conversation you need to hear right now, are you even an entrepreneur? [Disembodied cackle]. Here we go…


This episode is sponsored by The 261


Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

May 16, 202340:19
#008: Using Data to Be More Self-Aware with Olivier Aries

#008: Using Data to Be More Self-Aware with Olivier Aries

On this episode of System and Soul, Benj Miller talks with business and leadership transformation coach, Olivier Aries, about using data for self-awareness, how leaders should think about risk management, and how to bring ideas into reality.


Olivier is an expert on mixing human behavior, business transformation, and design thinking to help organizations build new services and businesses and to create positive cultures that embrace change and free everyone's creativity and innovation skills.


This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 


But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.


If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!


References:

Thrive Collective

Connect with Olivier on LinkedIn

Positive Intelligence by Shirzad Chamine

May 02, 202335:41
#007: The Assault on Work with Dr. Tracy Brower

#007: The Assault on Work with Dr. Tracy Brower

One commonly shared idea in the work force is the idea that the less work one has to do, the better. Although true in some cases, Dr. Tracy Brower, author of The Secrets to Happiness At Work, challenges this notion––pointing out pervasive trends such as “quiet quitting” and increased disengagement at work. 


According to Brower the key is not to work less; the key is to find joy in your work. Work presents some of the greatest opportunities for growth, connection, and happiness. Join this conversation with Dr. Brower and Benj Miller as they discuss the “assault” on work, the greatest potentials for the future of work, and the vital importance of connection and community.


This episode is sponsored by The 261


Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 


But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 


That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!


References:

TracyBrower.com

SteelCase.com

Tracy Brower, Phd (LinkedIn)

The Secrets to Happiness At Work

Apr 18, 202324:07
#006: The Power of the Pause with Kristi Turner

#006: The Power of the Pause with Kristi Turner

Leaders and entrepreneurs are often found somewhere in the tension between operating at a high speed for the sake of productivity and slowing down enough to creatively foster healthy culture and problem-solve. 

In this episode, Kristi Turner, best-selling author of Rethink Everything: The Courage to Lead Differently, talks about the leadership and decision-making power that comes from pausing, asking the right questions, and being courageous. 

This episode is brought to you by Wildsparq.

The key to running a successful organization is having a bench of leaders you can rely on. But building leaders can be daunting and costly. There’s not enough time in the day to mentor every person on your team, and it takes a lot of effort to gather resources, and measure leadership growth in people. That’s why Wildsparq created a scalable leadership development system to grow your people in a consistent way. Each month your people will hope online, learn essential leadership skills tailored to your organization’s goals. Then, you team will meet together to discuss practical application. It’s a turnkey leadership development system that’s scalable, sustainable, and strategic. Your people are the key to your success. Invest in their growth with Wildsparq. Learn more at wildsparq.com. 


References:

Rethink Everything: The Courage to Lead Differently

KristiTurner.com


Apr 04, 202340:23
#005: Transformational Leadership and Self-Acceptance with Dr. Laura Gallaher

#005: Transformational Leadership and Self-Acceptance with Dr. Laura Gallaher

According to our past guest, Jeff Henderson, “The best gift you can give the organization you lead is a healthy version of you.” Today on S2, we dive into some practical ways to do this with Dr. Laura Gallaher, PHD. She explains how self-acceptance is the beginning to transformational leadership within your organization. Transformational health has more to do with who you are and less to do with what you do. 

You will learn key ways to practice self-acceptance and elevate the champion within you. Learn more about Laura at GallaherEdge.com and get on the path to being the best leader you can be to yourself and your organization.

This episode is sponsored by The 261

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads. 

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business. 

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!


References:

GallaherEdge.com

Mar 21, 202338:45
#004 Fans First with Jesse Cole

#004 Fans First with Jesse Cole

Focusing on your passion and the things that give you the most energy may be the best thing you can do for your business. Few know this better than Jesse Cole, Author of Fans First, entrepreneur, and owner of the Savannah Bananas Baseball Team. In this episode, Jesse and Benj talk about putting your fans (customers) first, and how a leader’s propensity to see things as they could be is a game changer for any organization. That and SO much more wisdom on this episode of System & Soul!

This episode is brought to you by Wildsparq.

The key to running a successful organization is having a bench of leaders you can rely on. But building leaders can be daunting and costly. There’s not enough time in the day to mentor every person on your team, and it takes a lot of effort to gather resources, and measure leadership growth in people.

That’s why Wildsparq created a scalable leadership development system to grow your people in a consistent way. Each month your people will hope online, learn essential leadership skills tailored to your organization’s goals. Then, your team will meet together to discuss practical applications. It’s a turnkey leadership development system that’s scalable, sustainable, and strategic. Your people are the key to your success. Invest in their growth with Wildsparq. Learn more at wildsparq.com.

Links:
FindYourYellowTux.com
Fans First 

Mar 07, 202328:49
#003: Intentionality with Robby Angle and Mark Butler (Part 2)

#003: Intentionality with Robby Angle and Mark Butler (Part 2)

This week, we dig deeper into the concept of intentionality, a key component for success in both our personal and professional lives. Intentionality is the deliberate practice of controlling our behavior, thoughts, and actions to create a desired outcome.

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Robby Angle, Mark Butler, and Benj Miller, to dig one layer deeper and examine what factors help leaders identify the areas in which they need to be intentional. Learn with us as we discuss manifesting our preferred future and achieving our goals through purpose and intentionality.

The key to running a successful organization is having a bench of leaders you can rely on. But building leaders can be daunting and costly. There’s not enough time in the day to mentor every person on your team, and it takes a lot of effort to gather resources, and measure leadership growth in people. That’s why Wildsparq created a scalable leadership development system to grow your people in a consistent way. Each month your people will hope online, learn essential leadership skills tailored to your organization’s goals. Then, you team will meet together to discuss practical application. It’s a turnkey leadership development system that’s scalable, sustainable, and strategic. Your people are the key to your success. Invest in their growth with Wildsparq. Learn more at wildsparq.com.

References:
TrueFace.org
Mark Butler

Feb 21, 202346:05
#002: Intentionality with Robby Angle and Mark Butler (Part 1)

#002: Intentionality with Robby Angle and Mark Butler (Part 1)

Ambitious business owners understand how valuable every minute of every day is. But even if you're committed to working hard, it can be easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the day. Being intentional means taking the time to evaluate your goals and objectives, as well as your processes and strategies, to ensure that you’re heading in the right direction.

That’s why, this week, Benj Miller begins a two-part series in which he and two of his most intentional-skilled friends, Robby Angle and Mark Butler, talk have a heart-to-heart conversation about the ways they’re being intentional this year as it relates to family, business, faith, and relationships.

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:

TrueFace.org

Mark Butler

Feb 07, 202342:24
#001: Consistent Growth and Strategic Goals with Sean Castrina

#001: Consistent Growth and Strategic Goals with Sean Castrina

This week Benj Miller talks with best-selling author and business leader, Sean Castrina, about ensuring consistent growth in business and life. Sean shares what he does to maintain his physical and cognitive energy, and what condensing your yearly goals down to quarterly goals can do for your business.

If you want to create breakthrough in your business by gaining clarity and control, don’t miss this episode.

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:

SeanCastrina.com

Connect with Sean on Instagram

Listen to the 10-Minute Entrepreneur

Jan 24, 202331:05
#029: Great Marketing is Great Leadership with Tyler Dickerhoof

#029: Great Marketing is Great Leadership with Tyler Dickerhoof

For many leaders, the turbulent leadership landscape of the past several years has highlighted the importance of honing the most foundational leadership skills. This week on System & Soul, Benj Miller talks with entrepreneur and business coach, Tyler Dickerhoof, about focusing on people and relationships in the midst of trying seasons.

Tyler shares the importance of learning and sharing from your experiences, the best ways to connect with people, the difference between psychological safety and psychological resilience, plus how great marketing is great leadership.

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:
TylerDickerhoof.com

Jan 10, 202337:18
#028: Fostering Curiosity as a Business Coach with Steve Chandler

#028: Fostering Curiosity as a Business Coach with Steve Chandler

One skill of a great coach is the ability to ask helpful questions instead of providing answers. Few people embrace this skill as well as author and business coach, Steve Chandler. In this episode, Steve shares his journey of becoming a coach, the importance of being curious, and best practices for selling yourself as a coach.

He also touches on what coaches should do when they find themselves in a season that seems to offer little in return for their time and effort. This is a conversation every business coach needs to hear.

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:
Steve Chandler Books
SteveChandler.com
"The Plastic Chicken" Video: Two Minute Practice Building Tip

Dec 13, 202244:43
#027: Overcoming the Impostor with Kris Kelso

#027: Overcoming the Impostor with Kris Kelso

This week, we’re super excited to invite executive coach and author of Overcoming the Impostor, Kris Kelso, onto the podcast. Kris is an experienced entrepreneur with a wealth of knowledge on leading authentically and vulnerably.

In this episode he shares his thoughts on building community, the tension between selling something you truly believe in and falling into the ubiquitous sales tactics and funnels of today’s marketplace. Plus he shares what it looks like to redefine failure as a part of success and how imposter syndrome may be a sign that big things lie ahead of you.

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:

KrisKelso.com

Connect with Kris on Twitter

OvercomingTheImpostor.com

Nov 29, 202238:07
#026: Leadership Is a Responsibility with Dr. Marisol Capellan

#026: Leadership Is a Responsibility with Dr. Marisol Capellan

Diversity is one of the biggest assets to an organization that values healthy growth and impact in the marketplace. In other words, a diversity deficit is a great way to keep your organization stuck right where it is. But how to achieve diversity is a question that many leaders wrestle with regardless of how willing they are to embrace it.

In this episode, author and leadership expert, Dr. Marisol Capellan, helps us navigate some of the most common questions, issues, and misconceptions about diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This episode is brought to you by Titus Talent Strategies.

Titus Talent Strategies exists to equip companies to make the best attraction, engagement, hiring, and development decisions to meet their organization’s people and performance objectives. We’re here to help you get the right people, in the right seats and be the best team members they can be, guaranteed.

This is not your traditional recruiting model. Our approach has led to measurable results for our clients and lasting partnerships.

Learn more at titustalent.com.

References:
Connect with Dr. Capellan on:
LinkedIn
Instagram
LinkTree

Nov 15, 202245:59
#025: Never Have a Bad Day with Michael Allosso
Nov 01, 202229:19
#024: Get People To Choose Your Organization with Jeff Boucher and Jonathan Reynolds.
Oct 18, 202238:28
#023: Happy and Strong with Jaime Villalovos

#023: Happy and Strong with Jaime Villalovos

As an entrepreneur, you probably often ask yourself, “What’s next?” That’s why on System & Soul, we like to bring you guests who are asking the same questions and leaning into the uncertainty. Today, we’re honored to have Jaime Villalovos on to discuss how she has navigated her what’s “next question” after moving from a small Montana town to become a successful entrepreneur––despite limiting beliefs and various obstacles along the way.

Jaime is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, wife and mother of 4 who is an expert in creating systems that allow her to focus the majority of her time on growing herself and her people. She shares the important role mentorship plays in success and growth, and the tension between wanting to venture into new businesses or focus on her current business.

This episode is brought to you by Titus Talent Strategies.

Titus Talent Strategies exists to equip companies to make the best attraction, engagement, hiring, and development decisions to meet their organization’s people and performance objectives. We’re here to help you get the right people, in the right seats and be the best team members they can be, guaranteed.

This is not your traditional recruiting model. Our approach has led to measurable results for our clients and lasting partnerships.

Learn more at titustalent.com.

References:

HappyAndStrong.com

Oct 04, 202238:41
#022: Retaining Your Top Performers with Jonathan Reynolds

#022: Retaining Your Top Performers with Jonathan Reynolds

Your people are your business’s greatest asset. That’s a well-known truth among entrepreneurs. But, the ability to keep your greatest asset, especially the top performers, is often thought of as an elusive soft skill that requires a secret business recipe. The good news is that there is a recipe. More good news, it’s not a secret.

In this episode, Benj Miller and Chris White invite Jonathan Reynolds back on to discuss the recipe for people retention, what it takes to create a culture where people execute well, and the keys to accelerate and ensure people a ready for their next role or promotion.

Be sure to pre-order Jonathan’s new book Right Seat, Right People to learn even more about the insights his organization has gleaned as they continue to learn and master the art of culture engineering.

This episode is sponsored by SignatureFD.

Do you ever feel like you’re counting the days to retirement to enjoy the money you’ve been working so hard to earn? If this is you, we want to introduce you to our friends at SignatureFD. SignatureFD is a different kind of wealth management company that’s helping clients enjoy their wealth now while creating security for the future. They have a unique trademarked process called Net Worthwhile, which helps clients integrate and activate their wealth in four key categories: grow, protect, give, and live. You can take the first step to discovering your Net Worthwhile with their free quiz. You can find it at SigatureFD.com/MyGPGL.

References:

Right Seat, Right People Pre-Order

Signature FD

Titus Talent

Sep 20, 202242:10
#021: Growing Yourself and Your Team Throughout Changing Seasons with Lisa Zeeveld

#021: Growing Yourself and Your Team Throughout Changing Seasons with Lisa Zeeveld

As business seasons change, your organization requires different employees and different skills. But how do you equip your current team and leaders to adapt to the necessary changes that the future requires? In this episode, Benj Miller talks with BELAY CFO, Lisa Zeeveld, about how to manage the professional development of your current team.

They also discuss positioning your business to change along with an unpredictable economy and the challenge of changing your perspective of yourself, personally and professionally, throughout your businesses season. Plus, you’ll hear a couple leadership lessons Lisa learned during her years building motorcycles!

This episode is sponsored by SignatureFD.

Do you ever feel like you’re counting the days to retirement to enjoy the money you’ve been working so hard to earn? If this is you, we want to introduce you to our friends at SignatureFD. SignatureFD is a different kind of wealth management company that’s helping clients enjoy their wealth now while creating security for the future. They have a unique trademarked process called Net Worthwhile, which helps clients integrate and activate their wealth in four key categories: grow, protect, give, and live. You can take the first step to discovering your Net Worthwhile with their free quiz. You can find it at SigatureFD.com/MyGPGL.

References:
Connect with Lisa on Instagram
BELAY

Sep 06, 202238:44
#020: Making Your Clients Your Strongest Sales Team with Jonathan Reynolds

#020: Making Your Clients Your Strongest Sales Team with Jonathan Reynolds

What if you served your clients so well that they became your strongest sales team? That’s what Jonathan Reynolds, CEO at Titus Talent, has accomplished with his team of culture engineering leaders. Benj and Chris are excited to bring Jonathan back on System & Soul to talk about how to grow through generosity and serving your people well.

As Jonathan points out, “If your business has people, it probably has problems.” But, when your organization cultivates a healthy culture in which everyone works to serve each other and the client with a spirit of honor and generosity, the business and the people do not suffer––even during difficult seasons––as Jonathan’s story proves.

This episode is sponsored by SignatureFD.

Do you ever feel like you’re counting the days to retirement to enjoy the money you’ve been working so hard to earn? If this is you, we want to introduce you to our friends at SignatureFD. SignatureFD is a different kind of wealth management company that’s helping clients enjoy their wealth now while creating security for the future. They have a unique trademarked process called Net Worthwhile, which helps clients integrate and activate their wealth in four key categories: grow, protect, give, and live. You can take the first step to discovering your Net Worthwhile with their free quiz. You can find it at SigatureFD.com/MyGPGL.

References:
TitusTalent.com
Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn

Aug 23, 202236:14
#019: Designing a Life You Love with Jeff Lovell

#019: Designing a Life You Love with Jeff Lovell

However clear or vague it may be, we all have an idea of what our ideal life looks like. But a dream is just a dream without action. This week on System & Soul, expert guide and coach, Jeff Lovell, joins Benj and Chris to discuss how he helps entrepreneurs and business leaders embrace authentic living.

The three ideas Jeff bring to this conversation are how to help people answer the “what’s next” question, how to avoid climbing higher without going deeper, and the difference between pursuing information vs. transformation.

This episode is sponsored by SignatureFD.

Do you ever feel like you’re counting the days to retirement to enjoy the money you’ve been working so hard to earn? If this is you, we want to introduce you to our friends at SignatureFD. SignatureFD is a different kind of wealth management company that’s helping clients enjoy their wealth now while creating security for the future. They have a unique trademarked process called Net Worthwhile, which helps clients integrate and activate their wealth in four key categories: grow, protect, give, and live. You can take the first step to discovering your Net Worthwhile with their free quiz. You can find it at SigatureFD.com/MyGPGL.

References:
JeffLovell.Coach
Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn

Aug 09, 202236:42
#018: Strategy: Scaling Your Big Idea with Brin Enterkin

#018: Strategy: Scaling Your Big Idea with Brin Enterkin

System & Soul invites GoogleTech Project Manager, Brin Enterkin, to this week’s conversation. Brin’s impressive background as a philanthropist, Chief Strategy Officer, Chair at Harvard’s Innovation Adventures, and her current work at Google has earned her key and unique insights into how strategy and execution can help any entrepreneur to scale their ideas and their business.

In this episode, Brin shares her passion for scaling ideas that have tremendous positive impact, how to coach people to slow down when their own mental health needs it, the relationship between strategy and execution, and balancing the tension between what the investor wants and what the customer wants.

This episode is sponsored by BELAY Solutions.

We’re passionate about bringing business leaders the insights you need to keep doing great work, and so are our friends at BELAY Solutions. BELAY is an incredible, 100% remote organization revolutionizing productivity with virtual assistants, bookkeepers, and social media managers. Their podcast One Next Step is so full of practical tips and actionable tools to help you run your business so it stops running you. Find them at OneNextStepPodcast.com. Or subscribe in the Apple podcast app today.

Jul 26, 202243:56
#017: The Power of "I Don't' Know" with Clay Scroggins

#017: The Power of "I Don't' Know" with Clay Scroggins

#017: The Power of “I Don’t Know” with Clay Scroggins

Despite what your ego might tell you, you don’t have to know it all in order to lead. This week on System & Soul, Benj Miller invites long-time friend and returning guest, Clay Scroggins, to discuss the power of admitting you don’t know the answer. Clay also shares the importance of getting the right people on the bus and a few who aren’t so right. Plus he and Benj dive into the the issue of conflict––it never goes away, it’s never perfect, but it’s always worth it.

This episode is sponsored by BELAY Solutions.

We’re passionate about bringing business leaders the insights you need to keep doing great work, and so are our friends at BELAY Solutions. BELAY is an incredible, 100% remote organization revolutionizing productivity with virtual assistants, bookkeepers, and social media managers. Their podcast One Next Step is so full of practical tips and actionable tools to help you run your business so it stops running you. Find them at OneNextStepPodcast.com. Or subscribe in the Apple podcast app today.

References:
ClayScroggins.com
The Aspiring Leader’s Guide to the Future
One Next Step Podcast

Jul 12, 202231:16
#016: Leading Through Chaos with Grit and Grace with Heather Fortner

#016: Leading Through Chaos with Grit and Grace with Heather Fortner

Benj said it himself––this episode is a masterclass in leadership! This week, System & Soul invites Heather Fortner to share her journey of becoming CEO of SignatureFD––a ground-breaking wealth management company that understands the difference between wealth and worth. Heather shares what she has learned about servant leadership and intentionally working through chaos with “grit and grace.”

This episode is sponsored by BELAY Solutions.

We’re passionate about bringing business leaders the insights you need to keep doing great work, and so are our friends at BELAY Solutions. BELAY is an incredible, 100% remote organization revolutionizing productivity with virtual assistants, bookkeepers, and social media managers. Their podcast One Next Step is so full of practical tips and actionable tools to help you run your business so it stops running you. Find them at OneNextStepPodcast.com. Or subscribe in the Apple podcast app today.

Resources:
SignatureFD
Net Worthwhile
OneNextStepPodcast.com

Jun 28, 202238:56
#015: Leading with a Culture-First Mentality with Will Scott

#015: Leading with a Culture-First Mentality with Will Scott

Healthy culture and lasting growth go hand-in-hand in any successful organization. Today, we bring back culture expert, Will Scott, Founder of The Culture Fix Academy, to discuss what it means to lead with a culture-first mentality; when and how the next recession will change the way businesses operate; and the necessary skills leaders need to develop in order to reach the next level of their leadership.

This episode is sponsored by One Next Step Podcast.

One Next Step is hosted by Belay Solutions’ CEO Tricia Sciortino and CFO Lisa Zeeveld. They’re serving up weekly episodes with actionable business tips and tools from fantastic guests like Damon John, Michael and Megan Hyatt, Chris Walker and more. They cover everything from how to leverage your executive assistance, to free tools to unlock your leadership potential, to what to know when you can’t hire a CFO!

Every week they offer listeners a free resource, like Belay’s latest ebook, Delegate to Elevate. In it, you’ll learn how to accomplish more by juggling less. So, go to BelaySolutions.com/Delegate, and download your free copy of it today.

References:
The Culture Fix Academy
Will Scott on LinkedIn
Will@TheCultureFixAcademy
BelaySolutions.com/Delegate

Jun 14, 202231:27
#014: What Got You Here Won't Get You There with Jeremy Miner

#014: What Got You Here Won't Get You There with Jeremy Miner

Growing businesses are always adapting because great business leaders know that what might have worked for them up to this point probably won’t get them to the next level of business. This week on System & Soul, we invite sales guru Jeremy Miner, Founder and Chairman of 7th Level Communications, to talk about bringing in the right people and systems to prevent your business from plateauing, the importance of utilizing and expanding your business through social media, and expanding the infrastructure needed as your business grows.

Jeremy provides keen insight into the evolution of sales strategies and how the best form of sales depends on intentional dialogue between the sales staff and the customer. And, he shares about his soon-to-release book The New Model: Selling to an Unsellable Generation. To learn more about Jeremy and honing your team’s sales skills, check out SalesRevolution.Pro for access to their Facebook Group and a free tool!

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

Resources:
SalesRevolution.Pro
The New Model: Selling to an Unsellable Generation
To Sell is Human by Daniel Pink

May 31, 202236:42
#013: Doing Business Without Compromising Health with Dr. Jerome Lubbe

#013: Doing Business Without Compromising Health with Dr. Jerome Lubbe

Did Benj just find his System and Soulmate? This week, we talk with Dr. Jerome Lubbe, an expert in shifting from health care to human care, and a man with a bio so fascinating you have to hear it for yourself.

This week Benj Miller and Dr. Jerome talk about what it really means to be taken care of, how business leaders can effectively take care of the people they serve in a way that builds healthy culture, and how to do all this without compromising self-care and family life. This is certainly a conversation for the books!

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:

DrJerome.com

The Brain-Bases Enneagram by Dr. Jerome Lubbe

May 17, 202240:30
#012: Culture: Moving From Program to Practice with John Robertson

#012: Culture: Moving From Program to Practice with John Robertson

Gaining clarity and control in our business is not a one-time event; it’s an on-going journey that requires leaders to gain new skills along the way. Today on System & Soul, we invite crisis expert John Robertson, who helps senior leaders transform both personal and professional crisis into opportunities to thrive.

In this episode, Benj and John discuss how to move leadership and culture out of a programmatic system; how we think about expenses vs. investments, especially when it comes to internal systems and processes; and, connecting the long-term vision of the organization with the work and efforts of today.

Click here to learn more about John Robertson and Fortlog

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

May 03, 202240:12
#011: Becoming a LinkedIn Pro with Justin Nassiri

#011: Becoming a LinkedIn Pro with Justin Nassiri

Who should you hire and when should you hire them? When should you be honest with who your ideal client is and isn’t? And, how to become a pro at building your network on LinkedIn? All that and more as we invite Justin Nassiri, CEO of Executive Presence on the podcast to help us navigate how to gain more clarity and control in our business.

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:
ExecutivePresence.io
Justin@ExecutivePresence.io
Justin Nassiri on LinkedIn

Apr 21, 202233:51
#010: The Healthy Entrepreneur with J.R. McNair

#010: The Healthy Entrepreneur with J.R. McNair

Your business is powered by human energy. When a leader develops the skill of fostering a healthy culture and safe atmosphere within their organization, it probably stems from their own self-growth and development. You can’t give what you do not have. In other words, an unhealthy leader cannot create a healthy organization.

This week on System & Soul, we invite Atlanta entrepreneur, J.R. McNair onto the show. J.R. is an author and founder of Small Business Day––the nation’s largest startup launch event. J.R. and Chris White discuss the Five Pillars of a Healthy Entrepreneur and the importance of proactively engineering your company’s culture.

This episode is sponsored by The 261.

Start your day with clarity! As leaders, we have countless things on our mind: things we need to do, things we’re not doing, problems we need to solve, new exciting ideas––all jotted down in that worn out mental notebook we keep in our heads.

But, sometimes leaders and entrepreneurs simply need to step away from the mental clutter––sometimes we don’t need the notebook, we just need a sticky note––a simple reminder along the way to help us gain clarity and control of our business.

That’s why we created a new FREE resource called The 261. As you may know, there are 261 work days in the calendar year. So, we have mapped out the entire year with daily micro thoughts and micro actions––sticky notes––to help keep the ball moving forward in your personal life as a leader and for the sake of your business.

If you want to start your day with clarity and receive a short, helpful thought to jumpstart your leadership, please go to The261.com and sign up!

References:
TheSB.com
JRMcNair.com

Apr 07, 202239:40
#009 Addressing Core Issues with Scott Ritzheimer

#009 Addressing Core Issues with Scott Ritzheimer

How do organizations address root issues when they are distracted by easier and less complex fires to put out? Scott Ritzheimer, CEO and Founder of Scale Architects, helps entrepreneurs and companies alike solve this very problem and hone in on the most important obstacles that stand in the way of clarity and control in their business.

In this episode, Scott and Benj also discuss how to hold system, structure, and process in tension with creativity, initiative, and experimentation. They also investigate the importance of keeping leaders engaged to support the legacy of the organization.

This episode is sponsored by S2 Sync.

Running the day-to-day of your business shouldn’t feel like herding cats, right? Well, it can. With a full team and full plates, it’s tough to have a pulse on the big picture all the way down to what’s going on today in the business.

There’s an easier way to keep track of it all and keep your team connected. That’s what S2 Sync is all about. S2 Sync is a platform designed to help you run easily on the System & Soul Framework.

Everything from your Org Chart to Scoreboard, Quarterly Objectives to weekly meetings. You can track it all in S2 Sync. S2 Sync gives your business the clarity and control you need to breakthrough to the next stage/phase of your business.

Experience a free trial today at S2sync.com.

Mar 24, 202250:37
#008: Rediscovering Your Why with Jennifer Zick

#008: Rediscovering Your Why with Jennifer Zick

This week, we have a familiar face on the podcast! Jennifer Zick, CEO of Authentic Brand joins us after her six-part takeover of the S2 Podcast to discuss her three big ideas!

In this episode, Jennifer shares her observation that many companies are (and should) get back to the basics to rediscover their why and their how, the importance of identifying the relational tradeoffs we make with clients when we work remotely versus in person, and how she and her brand balance diverse perspectives in a world of contradictions.

This episode is sponsored by S2 Sync.

Running the day-to-day of your business shouldn’t feel like herding cats, right? Well, it can. With a full team and full plates, it’s tough to have a pulse on the big picture all the way down to what’s going on today in the business.

There’s an easier way to keep track of it all and keep your team connected. That’s what S2 Sync is all about. S2 Sync is a platform designed to help you run easily on the System & Soul Framework.

Everything from your Org Chart to Scoreboard, Quarterly Objectives to weekly meetings. You can track it all in S2 Sync. S2 Sync gives your business the clarity and control you need to breakthrough to the next stage/phase of your business.

Experience a free trial today at S2sync.com.

Mar 01, 202237:33
#007: The Only Leaders Worth Following with Tim Spiker

#007: The Only Leaders Worth Following with Tim Spiker

S2 listeners! This week we are excited to announce the launch of a new format for the S2 Podcast! We will be releasing episodes with a different guest who will pose three big ideas for us to discuss every two weeks! And this week we are kicking things off with Tim Spiker.

Tim is the author of The Only Leaders Worth Following, and he joins us to discuss having a consistent leadership narrative, the idea of leaders going first, and how leaders spend time, energy, and money on leadership development. We can’t wait for you to hear this one, so buckle up!

This episode is sponsored by S2 Sync.

Running the day-to-day of your business shouldn’t feel like herding cats, right? Well, it can. With a full team and full plates, it’s tough to have a pulse on the big picture all the way down to what’s going on today in the business.

There’s an easier way to keep track of it all and keep your team connected. That’s what S2 Sync is all about. S2 Sync is a platform designed to help you run easily on the System & Soul Framework.

Everything from your Org Chart to Scoreboard, Quarterly Objectives to weekly meetings. You can track it all in S2 Sync. S2 Sync gives your business the clarity and control you need to breakthrough to the next stage/phase of your business.

Experience a free trial today at S2sync.com.

Resources:
BeWorthFollowing.com
Be Worth Following by Tim Spiker
Tim Spiker

Feb 22, 202248:26
#006: Authentic Growth Though Attracting New Audiences with Josh Becerra

#006: Authentic Growth Though Attracting New Audiences with Josh Becerra

Having a clear understanding of the soul of your brand makes your marketing investment go further. Today, our guest host Jennifer Zick, founder and CEO of Authentic Brand, continues her takeover over of the S2 Podcast by inviting Josh Becerra, President and Founding Partner of Augurian, to talk about the digital marketing problems they’re helping their clients solve and navigate?

This episode is brought to you by System & Soul.

We have to fess up––we have done all the wrong stuff when it comes to running a business. We’ve hired too quickly, fired too late, wasted resources, picked the wrong objective… the list is long. But, here’s what we’ve learned: the only way to fight the chaos and complexity that is constantly coming at you is to get clarity and control over your business.

Over 20 years, we’ve seen it all. The more businesses get stuck in the chaos and complexity, the harder it is to grow, stay healthy and sustainable as a business.

That’s why we created System & Soul. It is the only business framework that helps you run better systems and do it with the soul of your business in mind. We want to help business leaders like you find breakthrough.

If you’re ready, learn more at SystemAndSoul.com.

Resources:
Josh.bercerra@augurian.com

Feb 08, 202230:56