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We all want people on our teams who are growth-minded and willing to think outside the box to solve problems. But how can we help our people develop these entrepreneurial traits? In this episode, Alex talks with Stephen Carter, author of “Teaching the Entrepreneurial Mindset.” Stephen shares the 4 key attributes of an entrepreneurial mindset, which he’s learned through years of teaching entrepreneurship to teens at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy. He also outlines some practical actions leaders can take to foster these attributes in the people around them. 

Episode Recap:

Today we’re talking with Stephen Carter about developing the entrepreneurial mindset in others (0:01:00)

What is the entrepreneurial mindset, and why does it matter? (0:02:18)

Why is your work with students relevant to business owners? (0:06:17)

How did you narrow in on 4 attributes for thinking like an entrepreneur? (0:10:11)

1. Growth Mindset: Effort trumps talent (0:12:14)

How do you approach teaching a growth mindset? (0:17:37)

Start by testing the waters with one small goal (0:28:48)

2. Grit: Passion and perseverance toward long-term goals (0:30:16)

How can leaders help their teams set and pursue goals? (0:36:06)

3. Redefining Failure: Growth stagnates when we begin to fear failure (0:43:03)

4. Opportunity Seeking: The desire to solve problems (0:52:21)

Fall in love with the problem, not the solution (0:56:56)

Where to learn more from Stephen (1:01:49)

How to get comfortable with discomfort (1:02:56)


Helpful Links and Resources
“The Four Disciplines of Execution” by Sean Covey
“Teaching the Entrepreneurial Mindset” by Stephen Carter
The Entrepreneurial Mindset Podcast
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Connect with Our Founder Alex Judd on LinkedIn and Instagram

Every Path for Growth coach has experience owning and leading a business, and Matt Aiken is no exception. In this episode, Matt joins the podcast to talk about the lessons from his career that inform his approach to coaching today. He reflects on the experience of working under a toxic leader, shares how he’s stayed committed to learning new skills, and explains why he decided to become a coach. Matt is the former CEO of Keymaster Games and has a strong background in finance, so he has valuable perspective to share with any growth-minded leader. 


Today we’re introducing you to our newest team member Matt Aiken (0:00:57)

What did you learn from working in a toxic leadership situation? (0:02:03)

How can starting with the end in mind benefit your organization? (0:16:49)

Can you tell us about the progression of your career? (0:20:19)

How did working for a large organization prepare you for the future? (0:29:03)

What principles have you learned around decision making at a high level? (46:10)

How have you been intentional about acquiring new skills? (0:54:44)

Why did you want to become a Path for Growth coach? (1:03:50)

How to work with Matt (1:14:02)

What would you say to someone who feels like they’re in a funk? (1:20:14)


Helpful Links and Resources
Try Path for Growth 1on1 Coaching Free for 14 Days
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Effective listening is not just a useful skill to have; it’s a vital part of leading well. In this episode, Alex explains why listening is so important for leaders. Then, he breaks down ten practical actions that will help you become a more effective listener. With time and practice, you’ll find yourself listening better and see your leadership improve as a result. 


To lead is to listen (0:58)

1. Ask curious questions (6:30)

2. Practice non-verbal affirmation (7:56)

3. Seek out perspectives from those who haven’t spoken up (9:33)

4. Make eye contact (11:46)

5. Get your phone off the table (12:53)

6. Practice verbal affirmation (13:53)

7. Assume you don't understand the person’s perspective (15:24)

8. Use the phrase, “What I hear you saying is…” (16:38)

9. Cultivate the belief that all people are really interesting (18:32)

10. Get reps (20:01)


Resources:
Try Path for Growth 1on1 Coaching Free for 14 Days
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Lessons in Leadership by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks

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The Bible is full of insights for every aspect of our lives, and business is no exception. In this episode, Path for Growth COO Zack Estes joins the podcast to talk about a passage that has him excited right now: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. Zack explains what these verses are teaching him about leadership, and then he and Alex discuss their approaches to reading the Bible in context and then applying it to their lives. They also share some practices for staying focused on what matters in the midst of competing goals and priorities.  


Today we’re talking with Path for Growth COO Zack Estes about 1 Corinthians 9 (0:58)

The Bible is full of wisdom that directly applies to business (4:27)

Define your aim, then run toward it like you might one day win the race (5:24)

Context, application, and perception all matter when reading Scripture (11:53)

Try to win instead of just trying not to lose (14:48)

Is your ultimate reality something fleeting, or something that lasts? (24:25)

Practices for keeping what matters at the center (27:58)

Alignment happens when our actions are the slave of our aim (35:27)


Helpful Links and Resources
Try the Path for Growth Community Coaching for Free for 14 Days
Path for Growth One-on-One Coaching
Download the Free Reading Guide
Follow Zack on LinkedIn

Join Path for Growth on Instagram for more content.

Did you know you can go beyond just surviving today’s economy and find opportunities to set yourself up for long-term success? In this episode, Michael King returns to the podcast to share his “Movers’ Framework” for winning in 2024. He explains why each step is important and shares practical action items you can implement today if you find that you’re struggling in those areas. Michael is the Founder and CEO of the fractional CFO company KFE Solutions, where he helps businesses increase profits so they can grow their impacts. He also explains how you can know when it's time to hire your next financial professional. 


Today we’re talking with Michael King about his framework for winning in 2024 (0:00:58)

M = Motivations (0:08:44)

If you’re wrestling with motivation, bring other people into the conversation (0:17:24)

O = Objectives (0:18:47)

What are the values and habits that help people focus on impact? (0:22:37)

If you’re struggling to set objectives, go back to the fundamentals (0:30:39)

V = Visionary Mindset (0:32:24)

What happens when you’re operating without a visionary mindset? (0:34:08)

If you’re missing a visionary mindset, zoom out on the impact of your decisions (0:44:19)

E = Empowered Evaluation (0:47:28)

How do you know who to hire and when? (0:52:42)

If you’re struggling with evaluation, start with your financial statements 0:58:54)

R = Rethink Expenses and Increase Investments (1:06:34)

How can leaders prepare to invest well during a downturn? (1:09:32)

Examine your P&L and how each item contributes to your goals (1:13:25)

S = Sniper Mode (1:16:07)

How can leaders balance patience and aggressive action? (1:21:56)

Where to learn more if you’re interested in a fractional CFO (1:24:03)


Helpful Links and Resources
Try the Path for Growth Community Coaching for Free for 14 Days
Path for Growth One-on-One Coaching
Download the Free Reading Guide
Listen to Michael’s episode on The Fundamentals of Financial Growth
KFE Solutions Website
Connect with Michael on LinkedIn 

Join Path for Growth on Instagram for more content.

Are you feeling stuck or like you’ve been in a rut for a while now? Getting stuck is a natural part of leadership, but it’s important to take action so you don’t end up staying there. In this episode, Alex shares five things that keep many CEOs stuck, along with a step or two you can take to solve each problem. Whether you’re struggling to grow your business without increasing your stress or feeling like you’ve lost momentum in your personal life, this episode has useful insights. 


Getting stuck isn’t the problem, it’s staying stuck (1:05)

1. You’re being held hostage by your team (2:50)

Have a line in the sand moment (5:22)

2. You aren’t the CEO; you’re the CEB (10:24) 

Take responsibility and focus on role clarity (12:50)

3. You haven’t been on an actual vacation (18:01)

Slow down, practice presence, and take a breath (21:19)

4. Your input stream is unhealthy, stale, or nonexistent (22:14)

If you don’t like your output, look at what you’re putting in (28:33)

5. You don’t have a vision for what unstuck is (29:03)

Surround yourself with CEOs who have done it (31:12)


Resources:
Try the Path for Growth Community Coaching for Free for 14 Days
Path for Growth One-on-One Coaching
Download the Free Reading Guide

Join Path for Growth on Instagram for more content.