Lead. Learn. Grow.

Episode 016 bring us Eric Glymph, Owner of EDGe Business Planning. Eric is a graduate of Indiana University and has been an entrepreneur for 6 years in Richmond. In this episode, Eric talks about his entrepreneurial journey, how his company helps small businesses, and he shares fascination details about what it's like to compete in an Ironman Triathlon. He shares a number of lessons that will help...

On episode 015 of the Lead. Learn. Grow. podcast Robin Green, President and Owner of Sandler Training in Richmond, VA, discusses the 7 Traps Sales Coaches Must Overcome. In this episode, Robin talks about the 4 hats that sales coaches must wear and then, breaks down some of the barriers that get in the way of good coaching. If you are a business owner, manager, or sales leader, you'll find lots of...

Episode 014 brings us Curt Hammitt of Propel Your Career . Curt shares how we can use Six Sigma management principles to our everyday lives and some great ideas on finding your passion. Curt shares his experience working in the IT field back in the days of data cards and mainframes - days that young folks today can hardly imagine! He share some great tips for young people who are entering the job...

You aren't going to believe some of the experiences Jesse Wysocki shares with us on Episode 013. A former heroin addict, his addiction took him down a dark road - and landed him in jail for an extended period of time. Jesse describes how he hit rock bottom - multiple times - and got his life turned around.  Now, Jesse serves the addiction and substance abuse community as the Chief Operating Office...

In episode 012, we are visiting with Renaissance Executive Forums owner Alison Conners . Alison talks about her journey as an entrepreneur and the lessons learned so far. I particularly like her views on feedback. You know, feedback has been called the breakfast of champions but many of us are not good at giving it— and worse at receiving it. She also mentions some of the lessons learned from her ...

On Episode 011, Ellen McIllhenny joins us for a wide-ranging discussion from being 6-sport athlete in high school to her current role as a Partner at B2B CEO.  Ellen has twenty years of experience as a chief financial officer and controller with mid-sized and large privately held companies. Prior to that she held financial management positions for eight years at a large publicly held company.  She...

Episode 010 brings us Rick Whittington, Founder and Principal of Whittington Consulting in Richmond, VA.  Rick looks back at some of the small-town values he learned and how they have shaped his life. He also gives us a peek into how he stays intentional and productive.    Rick hit his goal of reading 12 books in 2018 - and he describes some of the key takeaways. We also delve into the world of di...

If you aren't in the basketball world, you may not have heard of Kevin Eastman . But he's kind of big deal. Kevin is a New Jersey native who currently resides in Richmond, VA. Kevin has been involved with basketball in some form or fashion since the late 1970's. He's a University of Richmond graduate (and a member of the school's athletic Hall of Fame). Kevin has coached at a number of institution...

In Episode 008, Robin takes to the mic alone and describes a number of blind spots that hinder the growth of even the best companies. If you are a business owner or senior executive, you'll be able to do a bit of a self-assessment of your organization, and highlight areas of renewed focus. *** If you'd like to contact Robin Green directly, you can reach him at 804.914.1723 or robin.green@sandler.c...

Kyle Adams is the owner of Adams Performance , a comprehensive sports performance center in Richmond, VA. Kyle earned the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and also earned an undergraduate degree at Virginia Tech. Kyle works with athletes who are serious about their sport. He has, among his many clients, professional and high-level amatuer baseball players and...

Mark Casper has worked for some of the biggest companies in the region. But he found his true calling when he landed the lead role at Tech4Troops in Richmond, VA. He shares his passion for helping our veterans integrate into the workforce. Whether it's the gift of a computer or training, Mark and his team are serving those that served for us in a beautiful way.  Mark is active on LinkedIn and you...

Episode 005 of the Lead. Learn. Grow. podcast features Rob White, the owner of Fastsigns of Richmond. Rob shares his thoughts on business ownership and how franchises operate. He also has some tremendously insightful thoughts on creating a company culture. Rob hires and fires based on the values and mission that make his company culture - and he offers some great insights.  In addition, we talk ab...

Episode 004 is with Doug Moran. Doug wrote the best-selling book, "If You Will Lead", a deep dive into leadership using the Rudyard Kipling's "If" as a backdrop. We talk about why this poem had such an impact on Doug and the process he went through in writing the book.  We also dive into modern-day leaderships and Doug shares thoughts on the key aspects of leadership. Doug delivers a lot of value...

Episode 002 brings us Jonathan Young, a faculty member and Director of Corporate Relations at Virginia State University. In his spare time, Jonathan is a member of the Richmond Public Schools Board of Education.  Our discussion takes us from the power of authenticity to lessons learned from his father. Jonathan describes what it's like to run for office - and some of the challenges when you win! ...

In this episode, Mark Morton, owner of Morton, joins us for a great discussion on how he has built a company that has appeared on the Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Companies list four different times. He details what he learned growing up in the family hardware business and when he knew the world was changing. We talk about culture, work-life balance, and the importance of having peer mentors. *** F...

Show Notes - Episode 001 Join us as Peter Larsen talks about how he has built a successful career in sales. Peter takes us on a fascinating journey, describing how he got into sales, one of his biggest professional failures, and how he has intentionally developed a mindset that has propelled him to the top of his game. _______________________ Peter is a sales professional at Cobb Technologies , of...