This podcast started in 2014 to serve leaders on their journey of growth and significance with their work. It is conversations with leaders for leaders. My name is Gene Hammett, host of the show. I am proud to be recognized by Inc Magazine and Entrepreneur Magazine for our impact on leaders that are evolving to better serve their teams. Currently we are ranked #13 on the 100 Best Leadership Podcasts on Feedspot and listed as a top leadership podcast on TheeDigital.
This is the one and only podcast that interviews founders and CEOs of Inc 500 companies. The interviews uncover the key principles of fast-growth. You will find topics of growth, culture, leadership and other areas of growth for leaders.
Many people use the terms branding and marketing interchangeably. There is a difference…a BIG difference actually. Re Perez with Branding for the People shares his view of branding. We talk about examples and he gives some key factors to help …
Yes, I had to put the word SEX in the title. In fact, this is a first here at Leaders in the Trenches. Its the first time we have ever discussed sex and we talk about it throughout the whole …
You can tell tons about people by the excuses they give you about their business and life. You can tell if they see the scarcity in everything or the abundance. Jason Hartman has reached a level of success that many …
Let me let you in on a secret. Are you ready? There is no “one thing” that will turn your business around. A business is a collection of systems, processes and of course, people. You can’t just fix one thing …
When you understand the value of an “audience” to your business your life will change. You won’t see just numbers and sales, you will see the people. You will see the problems they have and see the solutions they need. …
Who do you have in your life that helps you see another perspective? Who do you have that holds you accountable? Who do you have that shares wisdom and insights with you when you need it most? For sports fans …
Taking contract work to make ends meet…burning the midnight oil with freelance clients…balancing work and family…living with stress all the time. Does this story sound similar to yours? Discover what Jeremiah Claybrooks did to end this struggle and end up …
Every business owner struggles in the beginning to bring in revenue. They tend to lean on friends and their network. But as quickly as you can, you must find your sweet spot in business. This is exactly what Michael Stelzner …
A motivational speaker, self-help author and success mentor. He has helped countless individuals and businesses reach their goals through a wide range of effective, life-changing strategies. He invests his work with an unwavering dedication to the success of his students …
Stress and struggle seem to be part of the deal when running a business, especially when you believe you have to do it all yourself. Jason Long tells us about his life changing moment when his doctor told him that …
Many people want to start off their businesses so that it reaches a broad segment of the market. They want to reach as many people as possible and they get stuck in that mindset. But oftentimes, that very mindset is …
Have you ever dreamed of creating a sideline income (just a bit of money on the side)? Well, Steve Chou thought about it and did it. He didn’t have tons of business experience and was willing to try new approaches. …
Most people believe you have to have a business that attracts huge volumes of people, but in this new age of online business, you create a strong business in a narrow niche. Jeff Root began his insurance career the traditional …
You must, must, must know where you are going. The vision that you see is essential to achieving your goals. Billy Boughey started his business with a vision that pulled him through his goals. Billy wanted to create unique experiences …
Why do some businesses take off and others get stuck? This is a big question that really perplexes so many people. It really comes down to two parts. The first we discuss in this episode which are the fundamentals to …