Stacks & Strategies: Business Growth Through the Pages

What if everything you've worked for — the career wins, the recognition, the expertise — is quietly setting you up for a fall? In this episode, we dive deep into Strength to Strength by Harvard professor and social scientist Arthur C. Brooks, a book that challenges everything we think we know about success, ambition, and fulfillment in the second half of life.

What if the difference between a good business and an unforgettable one comes down to one thing: how you make people feel? In this episode of Stacks and Strategies, we dive into Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will Guidara, the former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, the restaurant he helped transform into the #1 restaurant in the world. Gui...

What if the secret to better decision-making isn't being right more often, but knowing how uncertain you really are? In this episode of Stacks and Strategies, we break down Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts by former World Series of Poker champion Annie Duke. Duke's bestselling book challenges the way we evaluate success and failure, introd...

Episode 6 of Stacks and Strategies takes on a true heavyweight in the world of business thinking— Good to Great by Jim Collins. This isn’t just a book about success; it’s a deep, research-driven breakdown of what separates companies that merely survive from those that consistently outperform over time. In this episode, we dig into the core concepts that have made Good to Great a staple for leaders...

In this episode, we dive into Mind Gym by Gary Mack—a classic in the world of mental performance that’s just as relevant for entrepreneurs and business leaders as it is for elite athletes. Mack’s core premise is simple but powerful: your mindset is the ultimate competitive advantage. Talent and skill can only take you so far—how you think, how you handle pressure, and how you respond to setbacks a...

In Episode 3 of Stacks & Strategies , we continue breaking down the systems, decisions, and strategic thinking that separate sustainable growth from stalled momentum. This podcast is built for entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, and growth-focused professionals who want practical insight into scaling a business, improving operational efficiency, strengthening leadership, and building l...

In Episode 4 of Stacks & Strategies , we break down The Traveler’s Gift by Andy Andrews and examine the seven decisions that shape success in business, leadership, and life. This episode explores the core principles behind personal responsibility, decision-making, persistence, and mindset—and why these fundamentals matter for entrepreneurs, executives, and growth-focused professionals. We disc...

In this episode, we review Master Your Focus by Thibaut Meurisse, a book that feels especially relevant in a world full of constant notifications, competing priorities, and mental overload. As three business owners, focus isn’t just a productivity tool—it’s a competitive advantage. We break down Meurisse’s core ideas around attention control, mental clarity, and intentional work, and discuss how t...