Leading is Serving

This week, Jason shares with Chris about his experience with The Working Genius from Pat Lencioni. We talk about our tendencies as leaders in how we like to work and get things done. It’s easy to get frustrated at others on the team when they don’t see things the same way as us. But the Working Genius helps us understand others on our team better so we can streamline and be more effective together...

Know of a leader in the community that you'd love to hear their story? Nominate them today at https://leadingisserving.com We take just a quick minute to tell you about some changes to the podcast format that's coming this week. Find out more on our website: leadingisserving.com Leading is Serving podcast is hosted by: Chris Wood & Jason Kempf If you have any questions, suggested topics, poten...

Jason & Chris take on a listener questions from YouTube this week. "What are signs that you're missing a piece to your business?” This made us immediately think about tracing our frustrations to a part of our business that is missing or lacking. We also look at annual rhythms leaders need to put into their lives to better set themselves up for success. Find out more on our website: leadingisse...

Jason and Chris dive into a couple of great topics. First, they continue the series on leadership planning rhythms that help us grow looking at the quarterly cycles. Second, they look at the value of getting involved in mastermind, networking, and peer-to-peer mentoring groups based on their own experiences. They even share some of the things that helped them launch their own groups so that you ca...

This week Jason & Chris talk through the weekly rhythms of planning that we as leaders need to focus on each week to improve our productivity and effectiveness. We also take some time to talk about what happens often at the first of the year when we already feel off track with the goals we’ve set for the new year. Find out more on our website: leadingisserving.com Leading is Serving podcast is...

Sean Daniels joins us on the podcast today. He shares about perseverance in working 2 full-time jobs for 3 years while transitioning into developing a business in real estate. Today he is a rock star realtor setting huge goals with a heart to serve others. If you feel stuck in a rut, listen in and be inspired to take action today. You can find Sean on YouTube @indianarealestate, on Facebook @danie...

Chris and Jason get together for a short episode talking about connecting during the holiday week as we wind down 2022. We hope you had a wonderful Christmas and are optimistic about the new year! Find out more on our website: leadingisserving.com Leading is Serving podcast is hosted by: Chris Wood & Jason Kempf If you have any questions, suggested topics, potential interviews, or just want to...

We sit down with Dr. Dee Bonney of Alpha Omega Wellness on the south-side of Indy. He talks about his journey through many struggles along the way and how he has found strength on the other side. Chris and Jason talk about the Joy Exercise and how it can benefit us during the holidays reflecting on our year. Find out more on our website: leadingisserving.com Leading is Serving podcast is hosted by...

Renae Furnee comes back on the podcast 10 months after her first interview to tell us about the wild and crazy year of growth they’ve experienced at Resources of Hope. There has been changes behind the scenes, such as adding staff and moving to a new location, that has helped propel them into serving more and more foster families on south-side of Indianapolis. Jason and Chris also explore what it...

Keith Howard is the new owner of Guys In The Ties Carpet Cleaning. He has been in the business for many years and is transitioning into the owner/operator space. We have fun hearing his journey and realign how slack we’ve been on taking care of our home. You can find Kieth at 317-494-0086 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/785166782278540/ And Zack Killey joins Chris & Jason to...

We catch up today with Dave Barnett to talk shop about business ownership and franchising. He is the owner of My Baby Detailing and a franchise owner of Christian Brothers Automotive on the south side of Indy. We talk about Dave’s journey and how he worked his way through a huge “no” in his life where he was absolutely certain that if was going to be a “yes”. You can find Dave at www.cbac.com/gree...

We catch up this episode with Jordan Asbury of Mia's Home Security. Jordan started up his business right before the pandemic and after shifting the focus of his business, he ended up doubling revenues during the shut down. Chris and Jason talk about what being a 100X Leader looks like in terms of being 100% healthy and multiplying your health into others. You can connect with Jordan at 317-658-723...

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Jason and Chris reminisce about the first year of podcasting. We talk about some of our favorite moments of the past year and look forward to what changes are coming down the road for year 2! Want to celebrate the 1st year of Leading is Serving? Give us a comment, voice mail, review, or message at leadingisserving.com! Thanks for being a part of the journey! Find out more on our website: leadingis...

We are excited to talk with Cody Johnson of Oil Change Near Me on the podcast today! Cody has a crazy story of set backs but not to be deterred from moving forward through strength of character, faith, and ingenuity. Cody is building an innovative business on bringing preventative auto maintenance to your home or workplace. You can find Cody at https://oilchangeusa.net or call at 1-877-404-4OIL. ...

Best selling author and global entrepreneur, Jeremie Kubicek, joins us on the podcast. Jeremie is the author of the newly released book, The Peace Index. This has been one of our favorite leadership tools here on the podcast bringing us great insight into our lives, leadership, and relationships. We get the honor to hear from the author himself how it has impacted him, his family, and the people h...

This week on the podcast, Adam Binkerd of 240 Solutions joins us to talk leadership and his journey as a landscaper from Grant County through Indiana Wesleyan University to become a business owner influencing teams and organization to aim for humanity in a people first leadership style. Chris and Jason also finish up talking through the 5 Voices focusing on the Pioneer voice. Find out more on our...

Beau Jackson joins us on the podcast today to drop some nuggets of wisdom. We talk about the breath of experiences he’s been through and how those shape who he is today. We learn about the importance of values in how we lead, shape our organizations, and even approach everyday life. Beau is a Managing Partner at Modern Woodmen of America. You can find him on LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/...

Jason & Chris reminisce as we enter into Q4 and look forward to 2023. Setting goals begins to start running through our minds wondering what the new year holds. What are you doing right now to prepare for the future? Are you identifying the barriers, hurdles, and gaps in what lays before you? We also talk about the guardian voice who loves having clearly defined goals to shoot for. Find out mo...

Rachel Patterson of the Patterson Collective joins us today to talk about her quick rise to amazing results in the Real Estate industry, what sets her apart from the competition, and the role of empathy in the client experience. Tune in as we also talk about the Creative voice from GiANT Worldwide’s 5 Voices. You can find Rachel on Instagram @rachelpattersonn_ or email her at rachel@thepattersonco...

We had the honor of stilling down with Kim Jewell of Jewell Law Office. She is a lawyer specializing in elder care helping families navigate the often unknown waters of Medicaid and the Aged and Disabled Waiver as loved ones reach stages that they need help caring for themselves. Today’s episode is not only packed full of info on how to navigate these sensitive issues, but also what it looks like...

Jason and Chris talk about a section from Michael E. Gerber's insightful book "The E-Myth Revisited". We explore Gerber's thinking around considering your business as a franchise or a product that you want to sell to someone. The thinking leads to developing the principles and processes necessary to take your business to the next level. You can pick up "The E-Myth Revisited" online or at your loca...

Sam Bolin of Crossroads Kombucha joins us today and shares his journey from award winning football to sports management to an abrupt direction change following college to become the co-owner and head brewer of Crossroads Kombucha . As a family owned an operated business, Sam has learned the ins and outs of business and gut healthy brewing techniques through an amazing support network. We learn a l...

Jason and Chris work though the Peace Index tool this week. With the fall season getting fully underway, life is really speeding up! This tool helps us take an inventory of 5 key areas of our lives that blend together to bring us peace and fulfillment. The 5 areas are Purpose, Place, Provision, Personal Health, and People. Listen in and take a few moments for yourself to gain some clarity on life....

Is every problem a leadership problem? Jason and Chris test this theory and try and boil down as many problems as they can think of into leadership problems. We take a look at everything from workplace drama, mistrust, missed deadlines, wasted effort, lost time, and many more. Join us as we seek to become a leader worth following. Find out more on our website: leadingisserving.com Leading is Servi...