Builder's Mindset: Leadership for Growth

stacey chillemi

Building a business isn’t just about having a great idea; it’s about what you do after the excitement wears off... when problems show up, decisions get heavy, and you have to keep moving forward without burning out. Builder's Mindset is a practical podcast hosted by Jason Turner, co-founder of PowerShades. This show is for founders, operators, leaders, and builders who want success that feels steady, not frantic.  Each episode offers clear, grounded insights into what creates long-term success: Building reliable systemsLeading with consistencyMaking smart tradeoffsHolding the line on quality, especially during growthIf you’re trying to create something durable, trustworthy, and genuinely well-made (in product and in culture), you’re in the right place. 

Episodes

  1. Jun 12

    Why Leaders Make Bad Decisions Under Pressure

    You replay an old decision and wonder what you were thinking. The problem wasn't your judgment. It was the conditions you were forced to decide in. Co-Host Lisa Urbanski welcomes back Jason Turner, entrepreneur, engineer, and co-founder of PowerShades, who grew the company from two people to 50-plus employees and a 2025 acquisition. You'll learn: 🎯 Why bad conditions cause bad decisions 🔥 How to escape constant daily firefighting 🧩 The silo trap that's killing fast decisions  ⚡ Why clarity beats speed every time 🤝 How to empower teams without losing control Connect with Jason Turner & Learn More about PowerShades! 🌐 Website: https://powershades.com 👤 Personal LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonbturner 💼 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/powershades

    45 min

  2. Feb 4

    Scale Without Burnout: How to Build a Business You Can Sell

    Most founders can start a business. Scaling it without burnout and exiting well is a different skill set.  Host Lisa Urbanski talks with Jason Turner, co-founder of PowerShades, about what it really takes to build, scale, lead, and sell a company. You’ll learn: ✅ How to scale without becoming the bottleneck ✅ The leadership shifts required from 2 founders → 50+ employees ✅ When to “fail fast” (and how to make hard calls with clarity) ✅ Hiring + culture moves that keep people productive and loyal ✅ How to use AI to accelerate work without exposing your IP ✅ What signals tell you the timing is right to sell and exit confidently Connect with Jason Turner & Learn More about PowerShades! 🌐 Website: https://powershades.com 👤 Personal LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonbturner 💼 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/powershades

    42 min
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Building a business isn’t just about having a great idea; it’s about what you do after the excitement wears off... when problems show up, decisions get heavy, and you have to keep moving forward without burning out. Builder's Mindset is a practical podcast hosted by Jason Turner, co-founder of PowerShades. This show is for founders, operators, leaders, and builders who want success that feels steady, not frantic.  Each episode offers clear, grounded insights into what creates long-term success: Building reliable systemsLeading with consistencyMaking smart tradeoffsHolding the line on quality, especially during growthIf you’re trying to create something durable, trustworthy, and genuinely well-made (in product and in culture), you’re in the right place. 

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