Show Your Value with Lee Benson

Most Startups Fail Because They Focus on the Wrong Things. Here’s What Actually Matters. In this episode of Show Your Value, we sit down with Jim Curry from BuildGroup, a rare kind of investor who isn’t chasing fast exits or inflated valuations. He’s in the trenches helping companies build for the long haul and his insights are a masterclass in what real value creation looks like. Topics Covered:...

What does it actually take to scale a business that lasts? In this special compilation episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson curates the most powerful insights from past guests who’ve done exactly that built resilient, people-first businesses that scale without losing their soul. You’ll hear: - The Kinko’s story that redefined how to structure and scale retail operations - How pattern recognition...

Most businesses never scale not because the idea isn’t good, but because the thinking is too small. In this powerful compilation episode, you’ll hear from multiple founders and thought leaders on the mindset shifts, strategic pivots, and personal beliefs that separate those who build a life of true prosperity… from those who stall out chasing someone else’s idea of success. Whether you're jus...

What if culture was the most strategic lever in your business? In this powerful episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson sits down with organizational psychologist and culture expert Laura Hamill to break down the truth about workplace culture, leadership blind spots, and why most companies are doing it completely wrong. Laura shares real-world insights from her time as Chief People Officer at Limea...

What do Coca-Cola’s Olympic campaigns and world-class project management have in common? Clint Padgett has been running global projects for over 30 years, from the 1996 Atlanta Olympics to FIFA World Cups, and he’s learned one truth: the collective is smarter than the individual. In this episode of Show Your Value, Clint breaks down how great leaders create true ownership on teams, why project man...

Today I sit down with Jim Sheils, entrepreneur and author of The Family Board Meeting, to unpack the uncomfortable truth facing many high performers: you’re winning in business but quietly failing at home. Jim shares how one quote from Steve Jobs changed his life and led him to design a system that’s now helped over 300,000 families around the world reconnect and build intentional relationships. I...

Most people think "value" means money, revenue, or profit. But what if that mindset is exactly what's holding you back? In this episode, Lee is joined by Ken Coleman, Gary Arnold, and Horst Schulze for a conversation that redefines value creation through three essential lenses: - Material (money) - Emotional (energy) - Spiritual (connection) They explore why emotional energy is the...

In this eye-opening episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson sits down with financial strategist and founder of Prosperity Thinkers, Kim Butler, to challenge the mainstream narrative around money, retirement, and value creation. Kim believes retirement is a dangerous lie. Instead, she advocates for a life of continuous value creation and financial autonomy far outside the grip of Wall Street and tra...

John Caplan has built billion-dollar platforms, transformed global financial infrastructure, and helped millions of entrepreneurs access international markets. But his story isn’t just about success. It’s about restlessness, failure, truth-telling, and building with purpose. In this conversation, John shares: - Why most companies fail (and how timing kills good ideas) - How Payoneer empowers small...

In this episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson sits down with educator and founder of Apogee Strong, Matt Beaudreau, for a direct conversation about what's broken in the school system and how families can take control of their children's future. Matt has spoken to over 250,000 people and worked with organizations like the U.S. Air Force, Stanford, Honeywell, and more. He shares how his p...

I sit down with Frederik Pferdt, Google’s first Chief Innovation Evangelist and author of What’s Next Is Now, to unpack how we create the future, not wait for it. We talk about the difference between mindset vs. mind state, how to shape your life through intentional emotion, and what it really means to live "future ready." This isn’t about goal-setting or five-year plans. It’s about how...

Trust either builds your business or breaks it, there’s no middle. In this episode, I sit down with Matt Ebert, founder of Crash Champions, who scaled from one collision shop with no capital to a $2 billion national powerhouse. We break down what it really takes to grow, why embracing struggle is non-negotiable, and how relentless focus on trust, culture, and leadership at the ground level reshape...

What if the real problem isn’t lack of information, but the inability to use it? In this powerful episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson sits down with brand strategist and entrepreneur Mark Drager to talk about the uncomfortable truths behind success, failure, and what it really takes to create long-term value in today’s noisy, AI-dominated world. Mark opens up about: - Writing off $27M and the w...

That $4 latte you grab on the way to work? It’s built on a lie. In this episode of the Show Your Value podcast, I sit down with Paul Rice, founder of Fair Trade USA, to uncover the brutal truth behind global supply chains, the myth of trickle-down economics, and why most of what you buy doesn’t benefit the people who need it most. Paul has spent over 40 years working directly with farmers in 70+ c...

At some point, every leader faces the same question: When is it time to let go? Whether it's a team member who's underperforming or an initiative that’s draining resources, the cost of avoiding the decision adds up fast. In this episode, I want to share a clear, no-fluff framework for knowing when to move on, so you can protect your time, energy, and business. You’ll learn: - How to set...

Most leaders think they’re effective. Few actually are. In this episode of Show Your Value, I'm joined by executive coach and former Microsoft leader Sabina Nawaz to unpack the real skill that separates average managers from transformative leaders. We'll explore: - Why talking less might be the smartest thing you ever do as a leader - The leadership blind spot no one tells you about - Ho...

Being an entrepreneur looks glamorous... until you're in the trenches, solving problem after problem. In this powerful episode of Show Your Value, we sit down with Sarah Dusek, a visionary founder, investor, and author of "Thinking Bigger" to explore why most startups fail, what true problem-solving looks like, and how to rewire your mindset to build a business that actually works....

I recently became CEO of Dinner Table, a groundbreaking community now impacting over 32,000 families in 67 countries. Our mission is to build and raise strong communities focused around value creation. I want to show you how a simple concept, conversations around the dinner table, can transform your family's future and strengthen your community.  Learn how intentional conversations help famil...

The CEO’s primary job is simple: continually and responsibly increase the value of their business over time. But what happens when leaders believe they are doing everything right, yet their company stagnates or declines? I want to introduce you to a brand-new chapter in my book "Your Most Important Number", Chapter 8: "Why Sometimes CEOs Fail," where I  uncovers the critical mi...

Ever wonder why some leaders consistently win while others struggle despite their best efforts? I want to share with you a powerful principle called "Live Resistance." Drawing from over 20 years of martial arts experience and extensive business insights, I'll show why the greatest successes in business, and in life happen on the front lines, facing real, dynamic challenges. What You...

Let's talk about holistic value creation. It’s not just about material success; it’s about balancing material value, emotional energy, and spiritual connectedness. When these are in harmony, life feels fulfilling. But when one is off, especially emotional energy, it becomes tough to find true happiness. There's a big difference between chasing happiness and pursuing fulfillment. So many...

In this episode of Show Your Value, I sit down with leadership expert Randy Gravitt to dive into the secrets of becoming a great leader — at work and at home. Randy shares lessons from his journey as a coach, executive pastor, and leadership mentor. He talks about the importance of practicing your way to high performance, leading with integrity, and how to create value with and through others. We&...

Most people looking to 10x their income are searching for shortcuts, hacks, or quick wins. But let me be clear sustainable, exponential growth doesn’t come from luck or gambling. It comes from building a rock-solid foundation of value creation. In this video, I break down the exact principles that allowed me to grow my income by 10x multiple times without relying on tricks or schemes. I’ll take yo...

In this episode of Show Your Value, I sit down with Stephan Kesting, martial artist, firefighter, outdoor survivalist, and entrepreneur. Stephan shares gripping stories from his 41-day, 1,000-mile solo canoe expedition through some of the most unforgiving wilderness in the world. From polar bears to hypothermia, from near-drownings to the mental game of endurance, this conversation is packed with...

In this episode of Show Your Value, I sit down with Judah Taub, a brilliant investor and thinker, to explore a concept that every entrepreneur needs to understand: local maximums why most businesses and leaders get stuck making incremental improvements instead of taking the bold leaps that truly change the game. What we talk about: - Why the most successful startups in history didn’t just optimize...