The Secret Sauce Podcast

Ryan Leak is an incredible speaker, author, coach, podcaster, and content creator.   He'd attribute much of what he's been able to accomplish to the fact that he's willing to fail at stuff most people aren't willing to try.   Listen to Ryan unpack his perspective on failure and how he relentlessly pursues the art of getting better.   You can purchase Ryan's books (which I'd highly recommend), book...

How do you get a team to buy into a bigger vision and embrace it personally?   Stephanie Witte - Operator at CFA First Colony Center in California, Maryland - shares how she turned her vision statement into more than just words on a wall.   Stephanie's team is more committed than ever to the pursuit of excellence and living out what it means to CARE through teamwork.   Click here to learn more abo...

Listen in as Kathleen Spangler from Chick-fil-A's Corporate Social Responsibility team shares her passion for connecting people and communities, how that connects to CFA's purpose, and how playing can unlock up to 70% more of your brain's capacity!   If you want to connect with Wildsparq the same way Kathleen and her team did click here .   I'd love to chat with you!   Stay Saucy!

Fresh off Kayla Smith's powerful time on stage at NEXT as part of a dynamic Operator panel we revisit her previous episode.   Kayla talks all about designing the culture you want through systems that build relationships. Here are 2 resources to help you execute what Kayla shares: New Team Member Questions 1-on-1 Guide   Stay Saucy!

Listen as the Wildsparq team shares their most impactful moment and conversations from the last two days of Chick-fil-A NEXT!   If you didn't get the chance to connect with us in San Diego but you'd like to here's the link: CFA NEXT x Wildsparq Connect Call   Stay saucy!

Listen as the Wildsparq team shares highlights and shoutouts from the most impactful moments of Chick-fil-A NEXT 2023 in San Diego.

Listen as the Wildsparq team shares moments of impact and Operator shoutouts from day 1 at Chick-fil-A NEXT in San Diego!

We can't wait to see all of you in San Diego! Come by and see us at the Wildsparq table in The Hub.   Mention The Secret Sauce Podcast and get some exclusive Wildsparq socks.   Also if you or one of your friends signs up for a demo of Wildsparq we'll sponsor your coffee for the whole week with a Starbucks gift card.   See you soon and stay saucy!

Listen as Terrell Daniel of Chick-fil-A Tech Road delivers the 7 key ingredients to his secret sauce for leadership: Know yourself, lead yourself - gain self-awareness, invite feedback, then apply self-care Lead by example - don’t ask anybody to do something you aren’t willing to do yourself Know your team, lead them differently - there isn’t a one-size fits all leadership strategy Blame the proce...

Do you know what it takes to be a resilient leader?   Arden Long, Megan Lenoir, and Sara Nelson had the opportunity to speak at the opening dinner of the Chick-fil-A Female Operator Gathering.   Listen in as they share highlights from their trip to Hilton Head and 3 key pillars for how to be resilient.   Click here to connect with Arden about finding resilient leaders for your team.   Click here t...

Are you being intentional about your culture or are you letting it happen by default?   Rex Brooking is the Owner/Operator of two stores in Beavercreek, OH. He shares three clear, practical ways to create the culture you want:   1. Align your team with your vision/purpose 2. Hire to your core values 3. Focus on your people   Click here to chat with the host, Josh Swing.   Stay saucy!  

There are 3 must-haves for any experience that drives growth:   ENERGY | COMMUNITY | CONNECTION   Billy Boughey - Founder and CEO of Elevate Experiences - delivers practical ways to leverage these 3 elements and create momentum.   Do yourself a huge favor and take advantage of the incredible resources mentioned in this episode: Elevate Experiences Resources   Stay Saucy!

Wake Up and Lead x The Secret Sauce Podcast   This is a crossover episode from my good friend Hampton Dortch's pocast. If you haven't subscribed yet you're missing out.   We discuss my journey with Chick-fil-A and the secret sauce for making others feel like the most important person in the room.   Stay Saucy!

The Wildsparq and FireSeeds team had the opportunity to hang out with 500+ Chick-fil-A leaders across the Houston market and lead a breakout session on Building an Unstoppable Bench.   In this episode, our team will share highlights and key takeaways from the conference.   Schedule time with the host - Josh Swing Schedule time with FireSeeds - Arden Long   Stay Saucy!

Sonder: the realization that each person is living a life as valuable, vivid, and complex as your own.   Lean in as Tim Sweetman, Operator at Chick-fil-A Millsboro in Delaware and host of the Mission & Margin Podcast explains how to live a life of genuine curiosity.   This episode is packed full of valuable takeaways on dreaming big, trusting the process, and doing the hard things.   Video Tim ref...

It is a known fact that our world is moving faster than it ever has. So how do we connect and build relationships with 1,000 different things going on? One word... Systems.   Kayla Smith - Operator at Chick-fil-A Germantown Town Center in the Metro DC area shares all about the impactful systems she's put in place to drive moments of connection with her team. She'll also discuss what it looks like...

We're back and you're going to want to hear this! David Peck is a brand new Operator out of Palm Desert, CA bringing some fresh perspective to the show. He's going to discuss his willful commitment to TOGETHERNESS and how he reinforces it with 6 daily values.   Learn more about Wildsparq  

Be fully present. Easy enough right?.. Wrong. Being present is something we have to intentionally fight for. Listen in as Richard Munguia - Owner/Operator of CFA Kentlands Square unpacks how "being where your feet are" can be a catalyst for care, development, and accountability.   Learn more about Wildsparq

Founder and CEO of Wildsparq and FireSeeds , Cord Sachs, has built not one but two businesses that help organizations create a culture of leadership. Lean in as he shares practical principles on creating a Board Room to Family Room mentality with your team.

Relational Efficiency... Sounds pretty cool right? Listen in as Arden Long at FireSeeds explains why efficiency in our life will lead to deeper, more meaningful relationships.  

Check out how Owner/Operator Andy Privitera of Chick-fil-A Transit & Losson in Buffalo, NY combines a clear leadership development strategy with high levels of appreciation to create a culture that makes leaders want to stick around.

What does it look like to lead like a Shepherd? Listen in as Nick Westbrook -- Owner of Chick-fil-A Hinesville, GA breaks down very practical ways to know, guide, protect, and provide for those entrusted to us.

Fall in love with the process. As effective leaders we all have goals, but when we are solely focused on the end result it never happens. Wildsparq Client Success Leader, Maggie Malone, is going to share what she has done to find joy in the process. Maggie has worked with 100+ Chick-fil-A Owners helping them implement and execute their strategy for leadership development. She's also a 2-time Olymp...

Empowerment... we've all heard the word, but what exactly does it look like? Dustin Andrews is the Owner/Operator at Chick-fil-A 48th & O Street in Lincoln, NE. He's going to share how he empowers his team and why it is the most important thing he does. Buckle up, because it's about to get saucy!

Where is your focus? Casey Hartley owns and operates multiple Chick-fil-A restaurants in Erie, PA and focus is a key ingredient in his secret sauce. He'll share why focusing on what you can control, your purpose, and relationships are essential to your success as a leader.