Confessions of an Implementer

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Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. Every week, host Ryan Hogan sits down with a different EOS implementer to discuss their unique stories about the companies they have transformed. So make sure to listen to get a rare glimpse into the successes and challenges of the system in action.

  1. S2E38 | How Do You Keep Your Passion for Leadership Alive Without Losing Yourself?

    2 DAYS AGO

    S2E38 | How Do You Keep Your Passion for Leadership Alive Without Losing Yourself?

    Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let's dive in!   Continuing last week's conversation with Ned Tomasevic, we dive deeper into the personal cost of leadership and what it really takes to lead well. Ned reflects on paying the price of leadership, finding purpose after major career transitions, and the importance of self-reflection after exits and high-stakes roles. We explore how leaders can keep ego in check, stay connected to their “why,” and use EOS as an operating system to align teams, build culture, and support new CEOs, especially in private equity, search fund, and growth-stage environments. This episode is a must-listen for EOS Implementers and operators navigating leadership, identity, and long-term impact.   3:00 Post-Exit Reflection & New Calling 12:12 The Power of Journaling 19:38 Search Fund Investments: Risks and Rewards 38:43 Finding Your Ideal Business 44:40 The Role of the Board 52:21 Values and Leadership Transition 1:01:48 The Importance of 'Your Why'   Show Links   Talent Harbor: https://talentharbor.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanehogan/   Guest Links   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ned-tomasevic-6587901/ EOS Worldwide: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/ned-tomasevic/ Website: https://www.searchers.fund/

    1h 6m
  2. S2E37 | When EOS Theory Meets Reality with Ned Tomasevic

    3 DAYS AGO

    S2E37 | When EOS Theory Meets Reality with Ned Tomasevic

    Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed, giving you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.  Let’s dive in! In this episode, I sit down with Ned Tomasevic, an EOS Implementer with deep experience in private equity, search funds, and operating businesses. We talk about what leadership really looks like when the stakes are high. Ned shares lessons from distressed companies, investor-backed turnarounds, and stepping into the operator seat for the first time. We dig into motivation, core values, decision-making under pressure, and why leadership is always a human experience, not just a financial one. If you work with EOS companies navigating growth, ownership changes, or private equity involvement, this conversation offers honest insight from someone who has lived it. Let’s dive in. Episode Resources:  Microsite: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/ned-tomasevic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ned-tomasevic-6587901/ Timestamps 00:00 From Banking to Private Equity 05:39 The Reality of Private Equity 09:26 Distressed Investing: Risks & Returns 15:56 PE Fund Decision-Making & Oversight 19:04 Entrepreneurial Roots & Career Path 23:29 The Allure of Search Funds 33:18 How Search Funds Work 36:42 The Art of Sourcing Deals 41:12 Raising Capital and Deal Sourcing 43:04 The Solo Searcher Experience 45:14 The Search Timeline and Investor Returns 46:50 Acquiring Easy Shipper Racks 49:43 Reframing the ‘Flip’ in Search Funds 53:16 Motivating Leadership Teams 01:00:09 Company Values and Culture 01:03:47 Living and Breathing Core Values   Show Links   Talent Harbor: https://talentharbor.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanehogan/   Guest Links   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ned-tomasevic-6587901/ EOS Worldwide: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/ned-tomasevic/ Website: https://www.searchers.fund/

    1h 10m
  3. S2E36 | Why Action Beats Overthinking in Business with Kris Snyder

    18 FEB

    S2E36 | Why Action Beats Overthinking in Business with Kris Snyder

    Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed, giving you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.    Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Kris Snyder, an EOS Implementor and lifelong entrepreneur, who shares how a “I’m going to do it and learn from it” mindset shaped his confidence, curiosity, and ability to spot patterns across business. From developing a deep curiosity across finance, sales, marketing, and software to learning when to listen to customers and when to protect the integrity of the system, Kris explains why consistent progress matters more than perfection. Hear how embracing AI, shifting from teaching to true facilitation, and preparing for changing market dynamics are reshaping EOS, leadership, and the future of scalable, resilient businesses.    2:37  Kris’ Early Career 10:00 Discovering EOS & Joining 90 20:02 Evolving Moats in SaaS 27:26 AI’s Impact on EOS Implementation 27:38 AI’s Future: Challenges and Adoption 43:04 Thinking 10X for Growth 49:50 The ‘Getting What You Want’ Tool   Episode Resources:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krissnyder/ 90: https://www.ninety.io/

    1 hr
  4. Trailer: New Podcast Launch: Confessions of a Vistage Chair

    17 FEB

    Trailer: New Podcast Launch: Confessions of a Vistage Chair

    If you’ve been enjoying Confessions of an Implementor and want more honest conversations about leadership, growth, and real-world business challenges? I’ve got great news! 🎉  I’m launching a brand-new show: Confessions of a Vistage Chair. In this podcast, I sit down with Vistage Chairs, former CEOs and executives who now mentor and coach business leaders through peer advisory groups. We’ll go behind the scenes of what really happens inside Vistage meetings, how Chairs guide high-stakes decision-making, and what it takes to help CEOs grow stronger companies and become better leaders. The first episode drops on March 2nd, and you’re not going to want to miss it!

    1 min
  5. S2E35 | From Burnout To Brilliance: How Visionaries Find Clarity with Jill Young

    11 FEB

    S2E35 | From Burnout To Brilliance: How Visionaries Find Clarity with Jill Young

    Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Jill Young, an Expert EOS Implementer, who shares how a methodical approach to life creates the space for clarity, creativity, and personal mastery. She shares how self-awareness, integrated mind and body routines, and tools like the “hallucination journal” help visionaries stay grounded without losing their spark. Hear why grace, discipline, and the right support system turn growth into a sustainable, freeing journey.   04:13 Embracing Long Suffering 07:03 Personal Growth Through Crisis 11:18 Mindset and Physiology as Partners 16:49 The Journey to Self-Grace 22:20 Movement to Mastery: The EOS Journey 28:18 Navigating the Mechanical Phase 35:55 Coaching: Becoming Your Best Self 39:43 Discipline as True Freedom 44:31 The Hallucination Journal & What’s Next   Show Links   Talent Harbor: https://talentharbor.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanehogan/   Guest Links   Website: https://www.jillyoung.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-young-eos/ Email: Jill@jillyoung.com

    52 min
  6. S2E34 | Right Person, Right Seat: Aligning Your Team With Your Company’s Core Values with Walt Brown

    4 FEB

    S2E34 | Right Person, Right Seat: Aligning Your Team With Your Company’s Core Values with Walt Brown

    Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Walt Brown, an Expert EOS Implementer, who shares how defining true core values and meeting the Seven Critical Needs creates cultures where people actually want to stay and grow. He explains how clear promises, honest measurement, and EOS tools help leaders build trust, improve engagement, and strengthen organizational health long before problems show up on the scorecard.   04:02 Entrepreneurial Journey and Origins 12:13 The Seven Critical Needs Origin 16:22 Aligning EOS with Critical Needs 20:09 Debriefing the Critical Needs Survey 26:01 Observing Organizational Health 35:17 The Power of the Promise 41:57 Making Promises and Core Values 44:35 Articulating Core Values in EOS 50:01 Challenging Core Values and Sandbags 52:51 Healthy vs. Productive Teams 56:05 Client Engagement and Services   Show Links   Talent Harbor: https://talentharbor.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanehogan/   Guest Links   Website: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/walt-brown/ Website: https://waltbrown.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walt-brown-1b61894/ Email: walt@waltbrown.co Email: walt.brown@eosworldwide.com

    1 hr
  7. S2E33 | Freedom, Family, And Focus: A Better Leader At Home And In Business with Ann Sheu

    28 JAN

    S2E33 | Freedom, Family, And Focus: A Better Leader At Home And In Business with Ann Sheu

    Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Ann Sheu, a Certified EOS Implementer, who shares how redefining success through Free Days, family decade dreams, and “no matter what” values helped her lead with more clarity at home and at work. She explains why proactive rest, personal values, and intentional family alignment create stronger leaders, healthier relationships, and businesses that support life instead of consuming it.   05:07 Defining True Freedom 09:00 Inspiring 10-Year Targets 15:26 From Lawyer to EOS Implementer 18:00 Embracing Visionary Role: Know Thyself 22:15 Radically Different Values Approach 28:34 Individual Values Drive Team Values 32:43 Triggers & “Better Every Day” Value 36:21 Living Out Your Core Values 38:37 Common Themes and Personal Journey 41:19 Individual Work Before Family Work 45:00 Roadmaps to Family Alignment 49:10 Collaboration Cards for Household Roles 55:10 Continuous Family Re-evaluation   Episode Resources   Website: https://www.mpoweredjourney.com Website: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/ann-sheu/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anncsheu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anncsheu/?hl=en Email: ann@mpoweredjourney.com

    59 min
  8. S2E32 | From Overloaded to Aligned: Become A Better Visionary with Mark Winters

    21 JAN

    S2E32 | From Overloaded to Aligned: Become A Better Visionary with Mark Winters

    Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Mark Winters, an Expert EOS Implementer, who shares what it really means to be a visionary. He shares how clarifying decision ownership, defining personal freedom, and building the right leadership team allow visionaries to operate in their true strengths. Hear how aligning visionaries and integrators, letting go of draining work, and focusing on intrinsic genius creates healthier businesses and more fulfilling lives.   03:57 Journey to EOS Implementer 10:21 Vistage vs. EO: A Comparison 14:08 Rocket Fuel and the Visionary/Integrator Model 20:50 Visionary/Integrator Collaboration & Tie-breaker Rule 25:44 Decision-Making Frameworks 31:22 Visionary Engagement & ‘No Rocks’ Philosophy 39:14 The Visionary Trap 43:46 Sweet Spot vs. The Trap 50:08 Knowing Thyself: Exponential Freedom 56:38 Defining Freedom: Relationships & Parenting   Episode Resources   Website: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/mark-c-winters/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markcwinters/

    1 hr
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Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. Every week, host Ryan Hogan sits down with a different EOS implementer to discuss their unique stories about the companies they have transformed. So make sure to listen to get a rare glimpse into the successes and challenges of the system in action.

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    Talent Harbor
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
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