Decision Points

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Decision Points Podcast

The Exit Planning Institute© recently released a survey that said 75% of business owners regret selling their business 12-18 months post sale.At Decision Points, we are committed to preparing and inspiring business owners to successfully operate, and one day sell, their business with maximum fulfillment in all aspects of their personal and professional lives. We’re speaking with business leaders, strategic coaches, exited entrepreneurs, mentors, and technical experts sharing their successes and failures, at key decision points in their careers, to help you lead a more prosperous entrepreneurial journey. Let’s take a walk…  

  1. Decision Points E36 - How Community-Centric Strategies are Transforming Social Innovation with Daron Babcock

    2 DAYS AGO

    Decision Points E36 - How Community-Centric Strategies are Transforming Social Innovation with Daron Babcock

    Join us for another episode of Decision Points, where we reconnect with Daron Babcock, Director of Community Transformation at Stand Together Foundation. If you missed our previous episode with Daron, we encourage you to take a listen. We dive a little deeper in this episode, as Darren shares how his perspective on empathy, entrepreneurship, and innovation has fueled his mission to solve some of society’s biggest issues.At the heart of Darren’s story is the principle of proximity—being close ...

    1h 6m
  2. Decision Points E35 - Cultivating a Family-First Business Culture at SystemWare with Frankie Basso

    SEP 10

    Decision Points E35 - Cultivating a Family-First Business Culture at SystemWare with Frankie Basso

    In this week’s episode of Decision Points, Frankie Basso, President and CEO of SystemWare, dives into the foundational role that family values play in creating a strong corporate culture. Leading a company that was started by his father in the 1980s, Basso has successfully woven these principles into the fabric of SystemWare, fostering a work environment that prioritizes nurturing and support alongside innovation and growth.Throughout the episode, Frankie explores how the culture of family ha...

    1h 1m
  3. Decision Points E34 - An Entrepreneurial Journey with Kishore Khandavalli

    SEP 3

    Decision Points E34 - An Entrepreneurial Journey with Kishore Khandavalli

    This week, True North is excited to invite guest Kishore Khandavalli, a visionary entrepreneur who transitioned from a small town in India to becoming the CEO of multiple thriving software companies in the United States.Starting with just $3,000 and a dream, Khandavalli’s initial steps in the United States took him from chemical engineering to the heights of the IT and software industry, driven by the pursuit of opportunity. His story takes us through the founding of his own company, the chal...

    1h 5m
  4. Decision Points E33 - Designing the Future of Workspaces with Lindsay Wilson

    AUG 27

    Decision Points E33 - Designing the Future of Workspaces with Lindsay Wilson

    How can a successful office space foster creativity and productivity? In this week’s episode of Decision Points, Lindsay Wilson, the president and principal of Corgan, shares her journey from cheerleader in Conway, Arkansas to a visionary leader in the world of architectural design. Guided by a profound belief in the transformative power of design, Lindsay shares how she is shaping the future of workplace environments across the nation, grounded here in the DFW metroplex.Lindsay dives into th...

    1h 4m
  5. Decision Points E32 - Building a Legacy Beyond the Gridiron

    AUG 20

    Decision Points E32 - Building a Legacy Beyond the Gridiron

    In this episode of Decision Points, our guest is Jeff Staubach, founder of Staubach Capital and son of NFL legend Roger Staubach. Beyond his father's shadow, Jeff has carved out his own path in the real estate industry, embodying an unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth.We dive into his transition from sports to business, where Jeff shares the lessons learned from his brief professional baseball career and why he chose to pivot to real estate—a decision influenced by his d...

    1h 1m
  6. Decision Points E31 - Joe Eastin’s Rise from Rural Roots to Global Business

    AUG 13

    Decision Points E31 - Joe Eastin’s Rise from Rural Roots to Global Business

    On this week’s episode of Decision Points, True North invites guest Joe Eastin, Executive Chairman and Chairman of the Board at ISN. Raised on a farm outside Tulsa, Oklahoma, Joe's upbringing instilled in him the values of hard work and determination. His early days in Adair, under the influence of his World War II veteran father and a devoted mother, shaped the core values that would guide his future. This episode takes listeners through Joe's eclectic career journey, from his initial roles ...

    1h 9m
  7. Decision Points E30 - From Paper Routes to the Boardroom with Dirk Wakeham

    MAY 22

    Decision Points E30 - From Paper Routes to the Boardroom with Dirk Wakeham

    Our guest this week is Dirk Wakeham, whose entrepreneurial journey started from the humble beginnings of a simple paper route. He now serves as an Operating Managing Director for Vista Equity Partners and shares some of his very own Decision Points that have shaped his career and helped him navigate the unpredictability of the business world.Dirk's early beginnings taught him the foundational skills of sales, marketing, and operations, setting the stage for his later successes. With many ups ...

    1h 9m
  8. Decision Points E29 - The Art of Private Equity with Jason Downie

    MAY 21

    Decision Points E29 - The Art of Private Equity with Jason Downie

    Decision Points is about the pivotal choices that shape our personal and professional lives, and this week’s guest embodies that theme. Jason Downie sits down to share his journey from the University of Texas to launching Tailwater Capital, a leading private equity firm.Jason recalls the exhilarating and sometimes daunting challenges of starting the firm, underlining the crucial role of trust, transparency, and strong partnerships in the world of private equity. He also tackles the complexiti...

    1h 10m
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The Exit Planning Institute© recently released a survey that said 75% of business owners regret selling their business 12-18 months post sale.At Decision Points, we are committed to preparing and inspiring business owners to successfully operate, and one day sell, their business with maximum fulfillment in all aspects of their personal and professional lives. We’re speaking with business leaders, strategic coaches, exited entrepreneurs, mentors, and technical experts sharing their successes and failures, at key decision points in their careers, to help you lead a more prosperous entrepreneurial journey. Let’s take a walk…  

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  • Creator
    True North Advisors
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024 Decision Points
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