Pillar Talk with Chris Ross

Chris Ross

Join Chris, your host and care setting insider, as he takes you on a journey into the heart of culture and leadership in today's dynamic landscape. Get ready for an unfiltered and edgy conversation that goes beyond the surface, delving into the real issues and trends that shape our care setting. Each episode, Chris and his guests will bring you candid insights, thought-provoking discussions, and actionable strategies that will challenge the status quo. Get ready to break through the noise and discover what truly matters in building exceptional cultures and leading with LEGACY.

  1. FEB 18

    Ep. 100 - Greatness

    100 episodes in. But this one isn’t about us — it’s about you. In Episode 100, Chris Ross breaks down 10 qualities of greatness that any leader can adopt: gratitude, bigger goals, self-care, systems, adaptability, resilience, discipline, visualization, consistency, and passion. If you want to elevate your leadership in post-acute care — this is your blueprint.

    48 min

  2. FEB 11

    Ep. 99 - All In: Circle

    Your circle will shape your vision. It will shape your standards. It will shape how you respond to adversity. In the final episode of the All In series, Chris Ross breaks down the power of proximity, invisible influence, and why your spouse or partner relationship sets the tone for everything else. If you want to elevate your leadership and your legacy, start by evaluating your circle.

    34 min

  3. FEB 6

    Ep. 98 - All In: Setbacks

    Setbacks don’t mean you’re failing — they mean you’re doing the work. In Part 3 of the All In series, Chris Ross breaks down what really happens when motivation fades, discipline slips, and life knocks you off track. Learn how to reset your focus, stop chasing outcomes, and use proven Legacy frameworks to get back into motion — stronger than before.

    26 min

  4. JAN 28

    Ep. 97 – All In: Standards

    Having vision is step one. The next step? Setting and keeping your standards—especially when life gets tough. In this episode, Chris Ross lays out why discipline beats motivation, and how standards give you something to fall back on when things get uncomfortable (which they will). Because growth doesn’t come from ease—it comes from pressure, pain, and doing the basics well. 🎙 In this episode: Why pressure is a privilege How adversity accelerates growth The difference between motivation and discipline What it means to master the basics and move forward—even on your worst day Up next: What to do when you fall off track.

    24 min

  5. JAN 8

    Ep. 96 - All In: Vision

    Kicking off our All In series, Chris Ross challenges leaders to cast a vision that energizes—not just one that fills a page. This episode explores the cost of clarity, the discipline of vision, and why leaders must model the future they expect from their teams.

    24 min

  6. 12/18/2025

    Ep. 95 - Culture Canaries

    What happens when the people who once asked the hard questions go silent? In this episode, Chris Ross explores the metaphor of the culture canary—the team members who give early signals about whether your culture is thriving or quietly slipping. From leadership blind spots to subtle shifts in energy, Chris challenges us to tune in before it’s too late.

    28 min

  7. 11/25/2025

    Ep. 94 - Full of Thanks

    In this short and powerful Thanksgiving reflection, Chris Ross shares a personal reminder to lead with gratitude—especially when life doesn’t go as planned. As we navigate tough seasons, disappointments, or the pressure to perform, we often forget to pause and appreciate what’s going right. This episode is an invitation to shift your mindset and take nothing for granted—because the opportunity to try again is already something to be thankful for.

    23 min

  8. 11/18/2025

    Ep. 93 - How Leaders Can Win (via Not Our Age)

    Chris joins the Not Our Age podcast to share lessons from his journey in post-acute leadership—balancing accountability, trust, and sustainable culture.

    56 min
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Join Chris, your host and care setting insider, as he takes you on a journey into the heart of culture and leadership in today's dynamic landscape. Get ready for an unfiltered and edgy conversation that goes beyond the surface, delving into the real issues and trends that shape our care setting. Each episode, Chris and his guests will bring you candid insights, thought-provoking discussions, and actionable strategies that will challenge the status quo. Get ready to break through the noise and discover what truly matters in building exceptional cultures and leading with LEGACY.

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