Leading is Serving

Why Focusing On Your "Why" Is Critical To Your Growth And Profit | e89

Jason Kempf — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:07:36 -0400

In our latest episode, look at the vital role of identifying our personal 'why' and its impact on our personal and entrepreneurial choices. We look at discovering the relationship between our hobbies and professions as well as finding balance between our passions and profits. We also consider the value of feedback and introduce you to an innovative method, '25 in 25,' to pinpoint your core purpose. Listen in as we underline the importance of staying aligned with our ‘why’ even in the middle of disruption.

Topics We Discuss:
1. The connection between hobbies and vocation
2. Four dimensions to identify your core purpose
3. The crucial role of feedback
4. The importance of ‘why,’ especially during times of disruption
5. The '25 and 25' exercise to help identify your why
6. Real-world examples involving Nike and a home renovation business

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Dealing With the Curveballs of Business: How Entrepreneurs Tackle Unforeseen Challenges | e88

Jason Kempf — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 12:34:12 -0400

In today's podcast, our hosts, Chris and Jason, explore the art of dealing with the unexpected curveballs in business and life. They discuss the importance of staying steadfast and visionary amidst challenges, drawing parallels with their experiences as busy parents during summer. The conversation steers toward the cultural shift caused by COVID and how it has impacted businesses. They share personal anecdotes and valuable lessons gained through trials on their journey as entrepreneurs, emphasizing the necessity to adjust goals and expectations in the face of unexpected situations. This episode is a must-listen for everyone looking to navigate their path in these times, ensuring they are grounded in their sense of 'why,' and leaning into their strengths while overcoming obstacles. Listen in for an empowering discussion on bouncing back, adapting and maintaining momentum in the face of curveballs.

Topics Discussed:

1. Navigating busy summer schedules

2. Dealing with unexpected curveballs in business

3. Impact of COVID on businesses

4. Concept of failing forward

5. Re-evaluating your 'why' in challenging times

6. Strategies to effectively deal with curveballs

7. Importance of seeking guidance from mentors

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Know Yourself to Lead Yourself: The Power of Self-Awareness in Business and Leadership | e87

Jason Kempf — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:12:13 -0400

In this vital episode of "Know Yourself to Lead Yourself," we dive deep into the power of understanding ourselves for better leadership and business growth. Discover strategies to overcome the curveballs of life, harness your tendencies for positive outcomes, and crack the code for managing stress, procrastination, and risk-taking. In a rapidly evolving world, honing self-awareness equips you to be an effective, compassionate leader who inspires others on their growth journey.

Topics discussed:
- The power of knowing yourself in leadership and business
- Facing life's curveballs
- Understanding and managing your tendencies
- The impact of procrastination on creativity, quality, and teammates' satisfaction
- Self-imposed deadlines, accountability, and focus
- The role of environments and past decisions in business risk-taking
- Constant evolution, growth, and good leadership

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The Gift & Responsibility of Leading Through Change | e86

Jason Kempf — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 04:22:00 -0400

Not many of us enjoy leading through change. It's part of the journey as a leader to either respond to change guiding our teams and organization or to anticipate and orchestrate change. Change is one of those true tests of leadership. So where do we start? How to we even begin to process the next steps and anticipate any resistance we might encounter. We jump back into the archives today to episodes 20 and 21 where we talk about the process of change and overcoming resistance. Tune in to find some clarity on navigating the messiness of change.

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4 Types of Leaders: The Liberating Leader - A Leader Worth Following | e85

Jason Kempf — Thu, 25 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Ever wondered what it takes to be a great leader? Today, Chris and Jason finish up the series on 4 types of leaders: Liberating, Protecting, Dominating, and Abdicating leaders. We explore how the Liberating Leader is the most effective one, as they support and challenge their team to achieve success. On the other end of the spectrum, an Abdicating Leader creates disengagement in their team and can lead to high turnover rates. Chris and Jason discuss how effective communication is essential for leadership, and how recognizing natural tendencies in communication can help leaders adjust their approach to suit individual team members. Throughout the episode, they offer tips to become liberating leaders that people want to follow, creating a healthy work environment with shared understanding. Tune in now to enhance your leadership skills!

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4 Types of Leaders: Watching Out for the Dominating Leader | e84

Jason Kempf — Tue, 16 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Are you a leader who struggles with balancing expectations, deadlines, and relationships? Check out this episode of Leading is Serving, where we dive into the four types of leaders - specifically the Dominating leader. Dominating leaders crush their deadlines and expectations, but can fall short when it comes to building a culture of trust and celebrating achievements.

We explore different leadership tendencies, from nurturers and connectors to pioneers and guardians. We discuss how too much of one tendency can create problems but leaders can harness their tendencies in a healthy manner. With insights on effective communication, peer-to-peer mentoring, and becoming a liberating leader, this episode is a must-listen for anyone on a leadership journey. Visit leadingandserving.com for more resources and don't forget to leave us a review!

Topics Discussed:

- 4 Types of leaders

- Dominating leadership

- Culture of trust

- Celebrating achievements

- Leadership tendencies

- Communication and productivity

- Generational working differences

- Effective communication

- Liberating leadership

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4 Types of Leaders: Spotlighting the Protective and Supportive Leader | e83

Jason Kempf — Wed, 10 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today, we introduce a mini-series on the four types of leaders. The four types are abdicating, liberating, protective, and dominating, with this episode focusing on the protective leader. We discuss how protective leaders are supportive and relational, but may struggle with communicating expectations, deadlines, and challenges. We also mention how important finding the balance between support and challenge is for leaders. The next episode will focus on the dominating leader and how finding the balance is a real-world problem and a lot of weight for leaders. Through our conversation, we touch on the importance of effective communication, setting boundaries, expectations, and deadlines. Tune in for valuable insights on leadership styles and the importance of serving others.

Topics Discussed:

- Abdicating, liberating, protective, and dominating leadership styles

- Characteristics of a protective leader

- Importance of balancing encouragement and challenge

- Effective communication, setting boundaries, expectations, and deadlines

- Insight from parenting into leadership tendencies

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Shifting Mindset To Working IN Your Business To ON Your Business | Pt2 | E82

Jason Kempf — Tue, 02 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today, hosts Chris Wood and Jason Kempf discuss the crucial but challenging transition from working in a business to working on it. They candidly point out the difficulties of embracing this shift and highlight how this journey is often growing slowly rather than just arriving instantly. They delve deeper into important topics such as communication, self-awareness, delegation, and leading oneself before leading others. The hosts also stress the importance of taking baby steps towards personal growth, focusing on the right things, and identifying critical tasks that can foster business growth. If you're a leader determined to succeed in your business, don't miss this insightful episode of Leading and Serving.

Topics discussed:
- The challenge of transitioning from working in a business to working on a business
- Dealing with employee turnover and feeling overwhelmed
- The benefits of participating in a mastermind group
- Focusing on the right things and making small chunks of progress
- Becoming more self-aware and improving communication skills
- Developing a common language among team members
- Identifying critical tasks for business growth
- Letting go of control and delegating tasks
- The importance of working hard today for success tomorrow

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Saving Lives and Serving Communities: A Conversation with Fire Chief Jeremy Pell

Jason Kempf — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

If you're looking for inspiration, motivation, and a fresh perspective on leadership and service, then you don't want to miss this episode. In this podcast, you'll hear from Jeremy Pell, the fire chief of White River Township, as he shares his personal story of finding purpose through a life of service. From his humble beginnings as a volunteer firefighter to his current role as fire chief, Pell has learned valuable lessons about leadership, mentorship, and the power of community. In this episode, Pell offers insightful advice about how to navigate difficult situations, prioritize the needs of others, and build strong relationships. He also shares how his passion for search and rescue dogs has helped him cope with the stresses of his job and find joy in helping others. Overall, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to make a positive impact in the world.

Topics Discussed:
- Jeremy Pell's background and career path in the fire service
- The importance of mentorship and seeking guidance
- The role of a fire chief in coordinating emergency response and public safety
- The benefits of co-locating emergency services with schools
- Using specially trained dogs for search and rescue
- Leadership and the importance of taking care of others
- Showing gratitude and support for emergency responders

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Shifting Mindset from Working IN Your Business to ON Your Business | pt1 | e80

Jason Kempf — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Hey there leaders! Feeling a little overwhelmed trying to juggle the ins-and-outs of your biz? Ever feel bombarded by advice from gurus, books, and coaches? Chris and Jason got you covered with a discussion on how to navigate it all.

Tune in to our latest episode where we talk about our own experiences and explore changing our mindsets in order to build a thriving business.

They dive into what it means to be a strategic hustler, lay the groundwork for success, and choose the right people for your team. Remember, Rome wasn't built in a day, and your business won't be either! So give yourself some grace, focus on your strengths, and let others lend a helping handâ€”your business can prosper without your constant attention.

Also check out the peer-to-peer mentoring and mastermind groups as sources of pro-level growth through the Uncommons Network. Go to uncommonsnetwork.com to join a group today!

Topics chatted about: Uncommons Network, Juggling work, Escaping the self-employment trap, Building a solid biz, Mastering the strategic hustle, Growth journey, Finding the dream team, Real-talk about success, Advice overload, Coaches/books/mentors, Turning accidental busyness into intentional growth, Playing to your strengths, Embracing the next best move, Unlocking the power of peer mentoring, Mastermind group magic,

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Dave Maurer Talks Impact, Connecting, and Legacy While Leading and Serving on the Southside of Indy

Jason Kempf — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 18:29:04 -0400

Feeling stuck in your career and not sure where to go from here? Then this episode of the Leading is Serving Podcast is perfect for you! Join Jason and Chris as they chat with Dave Maurer, a successful businessman who's discovered his true passion. Dave shares his story of moving to Indianapolis, going to college, and how following his passion and faith over the years has led him through aviation, insurance, Franklin College, and the local Chamber of Commerce. In this episode, he talks about the three stages of a career, why investing in yourself is super important, and how to leave a lasting legacy.

Dave's now working for Aspire, a great resource for business owners, entrepreneurs, and folks wanting to connect with their community in Johnson County. Listen in as he gets real about his passion for helping others and his dreams for the growth on the south-side of Indianapolis. We bet you'll leave feeling inspired and ready to make the most of every opportunity and invest in yourself.

Here's what we're chattin' about:

- Switching up careers and making the most of opportunities

- The three stages of a career journey

- Why it's crucial to invest in yourself

- How to leave a legacy that counts

- What Aspire's all about and the awesome services they offer

- Connecting with your community and making real change

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Fake It Till You Make It - Good or Bad Advice? | e78

Jason Kempf — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to this week's episode of Leading As Serving. In today's conversation, Jason & Chris centered on a popular phrase that's often tossed around as a mantra for success: 'Fake it till you make it'. While we've used the phrase before, we realize that it could be misapplied and potentially harmful in some situations. The conversation is centered on the advice that sounds good on the surface but may not be appropriate in reality.

Don't miss critical aspects such as the strong code of ethics, knowing your limitations and boundaries, building step-by-step, being methodical, and cultivating authenticity, transparency, and integrity in relationships.

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Aimee Kandrac on Turning Life's Unexpected Challenges into a Thriving Tech Company | What Friends Do | e77

Jason Kempf — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today on the Leading is Serving podcast, you'll hear from Aimee Kandrac, the CEO of What Friends Do, a business that she started in 2007/08 to help a loved one with brain cancer. Aimee takes you on her journey of building her company, providing caregiving services outside of hospital walls, integrating Amazon wishlists, and expanding globally. Learn about the ups and downs of starting a business and hurdling through obtaining venture funding. Aimee also talks about her latest project, the Kitchen Chats podcast that aimed to show people that there's no shame in asking for help. Don't miss this episode filled with business insights, caregiving services, and tips for forming connections with others.

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Coaching Your Team, Building Relationships, and Empowering Word of Mouth Marketing | e76

Jason Kempf — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today, Cris and Jason talked through the hard to embrace aspect of word-of-mouth marketing. How do we affect the results there? We can’t control what others say about our brand, but we sure can influence it through our teams. Tune in to find out more about how we can build our teams and coach them toward greater word of mouth results.

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Melahni Ake on Clarity, Purpose, and Letting God Guide Her in Serving Leaders Everyday | e75

Jason Kempf — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 15:54:19 -0400

Jason and Chris talk with Melahni Ake who is a fellow podcaster, leadership coach, and motivational speaker. She shares her journey to follow her calling, and the role her faith played in guiding her to founding Everyday Leaders. Melahni also discusses the power of showing up for others and encourages people to forget about their own agenda and serve others instead. Join Melahni as she shares her insights and experiences to help people achieve their potential. You can find her at www.everydayleaders.com.

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Join a Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Group - Uncommons Network - Drawing Out the Best In One Another | e74

Jason Kempf — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:17:31 -0400

We (Jason & Chris) have grown so much over the past couple of years being a part of peer-to-peer mentoring groups. We meet twice a month with like minded professionals and entrepreneurs to discuss the ins, outs, ups, and downs of business leadership. The Uncommons is launching a network of groups this Spring to help you experience the same encouragement and camaraderie in your leadership journey. Go to www.uncommonsnetwork.com to sign up today! Memberships start at an introductory price of $50/month. You'll receive resources for growth, connection with others in the trenches, and the opportunity to draw out the best in one another. Let's link together to fight for the highest good of one another and the community!

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Erin Smith on her dining room start to a fast growing business and the nonprofit Rock The Block | e73

Jason Kempf — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today, Chris and Jason talk with Erin Smith of Spotlight Strategies and Rock The Block. We talk about her journey from starting her business in her dining room to merging with a good friend, and growing the premier promotional products solution on the south-side of Indianapolis. She’s also the cofounder of one of Greenwood/center grove’s biggest spring events called Rock the Block. Runners from all over come to complete a 5K, while representing and raising funds for nonprofits here in the area. Tune in today to hear the inspiration and drive behind Erin Smith!

You can find Erin online through Spotlight Strategies (spotlight-strategies.com) and Rock the Block (rocktheblockrun.com).

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What’s It Like Being on the Other Side of Your Brand? | e72

Jason Kempf — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:32:09 -0400

We’ve asked the question of what is like to be on the other side of you. You know, what’s it like to experience your own leadership? So, we take it a step further and ask you to put yourself in the shoes of the people you serve. What are the core values that you try to emulate through your work and do people actually experience your work in the way you desire? It’s a hard look, but well work the effort to evaluate just where we’re at.

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Climbing Out of the Pit of Despair: Being Thankful for the Journey | e71

Jason Kempf — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today, Chris and Jason reflect on the journey of leadership. We’d like to belive that growth is just a steady motion upward. But the reality is often so much different (and actually like real life). The journey is more like a roller coaster with all kinds of unexpected thrills, fears, twists, and turns. To see our growth, we have to back up and look at the bigger picture where we see our highs getting higher and our lows not being quite as low as before. It’s easy to hate on the lows. But having a sense of gratiutde for all of the journey and the lessons learned along the way is critical to our success as leaders.

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If disruption is the new normal, how do I build a resilient team? | e70

Jason Kempf — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Jason & Chris talk about how the disruption of the past few years has really uncovered the true health of our teams. How do we build teams that will be resilient in the face of disruption? Where do we need to start in order to get our teams aligned, executing, and growing their capacity?

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Are frustrations in our businesses due to leadership problems? | e69

Jason Kempf — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Chris and Jason review the frustrations we feel in business and talk about how all of those frustrations at the end of the day reveal weaknesses in leadership that we should be paying attention to. We’re pretty sure that every problem is somehow rooted in leadership. We don’t need more leaders, we need more great leaders who are willing to navigate these issues.

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Leading when you're in the middle | e68

Jason Kempf — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Jason & Chris talk today about what it’s like to bring 360 degree leadership even to those above you or on the same level as you. We explore what influence looks like and how we are moving away from authority structures in leadership.

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I’m a slave to my business! How we can begin to set new guardrails in Leadership | e67

Jason Kempf — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Jason & Chris talk today about the many expectations put on us as leaders. We discuss what those might look like and how we can begin to recognize and reset expectations that cause tension in our lives.

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Why do we like playing the comparison game? You are exactly where you are supposed to be! | e66

Jason Kempf — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Chris & Jason talk about how easy it is to compare our journey to others and feel like we just don’t measure up. How do we stop getting on this merry go round that keeps us from moving forward? Join us as we talk about resetting our mindset to better understand our progress.

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What Does It Mean to Fight For The Greatest Good of Others? | e65

Jason Kempf — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

The podcast is called Leading Is Serving because we believe in fighting for the highest good of others. But, what does all that mean? It’s kind of an odd collection of words. So, let’s explore that on today’s podcast.

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Reviewing The Working Genius | The why behind how we get stuff done | e64

Jason Kempf — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0500

This week, Jason shares with Chris about his experience with The Working Genius from Pat Lencioni. We talk about our tendencies as leaders in how we like to work and get things done. It’s easy to get frustrated at others on the team when they don’t see things the same way as us. But the Working Genius helps us understand others on our team better so we can streamline and be more effective together. You can find the book at your favorite retailer or jump into their wonderful podcast over at https://www.workinggenius.com/resources#podcasts.

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Nominate a Leader & we've got a few changes coming down the road! | e63

Jason Kempf — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:29:15 -0500

Know of a leader in the community that you'd love to hear their story? Nominate them today at https://leadingisserving.com

We take just a quick minute to tell you about some changes to the podcast format that's coming this week.

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Frustrations in Business | How to know what’s missing | Annual Leadership Rhythms | e62

Jason Kempf — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Jason & Chris take on a listener questions from YouTube this week. "What are signs that you're missing a piece to your business?” This made us immediately think about tracing our frustrations to a part of our business that is missing or lacking. We also look at annual rhythms leaders need to put into their lives to better set themselves up for success.

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Mastermind & Networking Groups | Quarterly Leadership Rhythms | e61

Jason Kempf — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Jason and Chris dive into a couple of great topics. First, they continue the series on leadership planning rhythms that help us grow looking at the quarterly cycles. Second, they look at the value of getting involved in mastermind, networking, and peer-to-peer mentoring groups based on their own experiences. They even share some of the things that helped them launch their own groups so that you can too.

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Goal Obstacles and Obstructions | Weekly Leadership Rhythms | e60

Jason Kempf — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0500

This week Jason & Chris talk through the weekly rhythms of planning that we as leaders need to focus on each week to improve our productivity and effectiveness. We also take some time to talk about what happens often at the first of the year when we already feel off track with the goals we’ve set for the new year.

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Sean Daniels | Intentionality, Serving Others, and Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late | Daily Leadership Rhythms | e59

Jason Kempf — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0500

Sean Daniels joins us on the podcast today. He shares about perseverance in working 2 full-time jobs for 3 years while transitioning into developing a business in real estate. Today he is a rock star realtor setting huge goals with a heart to serve others. If you feel stuck in a rut, listen in and be inspired to take action today. You can find Sean on YouTube @indianarealestate, on Facebook @danielsrealeste, on the web at danielsrealestate.com, or by phone at 317-371-0060.

Chris and Jason start a 4 week series about the rhythms of leadership. This week we cover daily rhythms. We'll cover weekly, quarterly, and annual rhythms in the coming weeks.

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Leading Is Serving | e58

Jason Kempf — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 10:21:34 -0500

Chris and Jason get together for a short episode talking about connecting during the holiday week as we wind down 2022. We hope you had a wonderful Christmas and are optimistic about the new year!

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Finding Strength On the Other Side of Struggle | Joy Exercise | Dee Bonney e57

Jason Kempf — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

We sit down with Dr. Dee Bonney of Alpha Omega Wellness on the south-side of Indy. He talks about his journey through many struggles along the way and how he has found strength on the other side.

Chris and Jason talk about the Joy Exercise and how it can benefit us during the holidays reflecting on our year.

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Looking Back at 2022 with Renae Furnee of Resources of Hope | Active Listening | e56

Jason Kempf — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:53:41 -0500

Renae Furnee comes back on the podcast 10 months after her first interview to tell us about the wild and crazy year of growth they’ve experienced at Resources of Hope. There has been changes behind the scenes, such as adding staff and moving to a new location, that has helped propel them into serving more and more foster families on south-side of Indianapolis.

Jason and Chris also explore what it looks like to utilize active listening in our leader ship.

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Keith Howard | Striking Out On Your Own & Passion For A Job Well Done | CORE Process | e55

Jason Kempf — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Keith Howard is the new owner of Guys In The Ties Carpet Cleaning. He has been in the business for many years and is transitioning into the owner/operator space. We have fun hearing his journey and realign how slack we’ve been on taking care of our home. You can find Kieth at 317-494-0086 or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/785166782278540/

And Zack Killey joins Chris & Jason to talk about the CORE Process tool!

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Dave Barnett | Overcoming “No”, Perseverance, Clear Purpose | 5 Circles of Influence | e54

Jason Kempf — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0500

We catch up today with Dave Barnett to talk shop about business ownership and franchising. He is the owner of My Baby Detailing and a franchise owner of Christian Brothers Automotive on the south side of Indy. We talk about Dave’s journey and how he worked his way through a huge “no” in his life where he was absolutely certain that if was going to be a “yes”. You can find Dave at www.cbac.com/greenwood or mybabydetailing.com.

Chris and Jason also talk about changing the world by starting to work on yourselves using the 5 Circles of Influence tool.

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Jordan Asbury | Dealing with Hurt, Being a Learner, & the Value of Mentors | 100X Leader | e53

Jason Kempf — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:35:00 -0500

We catch up this episode with Jordan Asbury of Mia's Home Security. Jordan started up his business right before the pandemic and after shifting the focus of his business, he ended up doubling revenues during the shut down. Chris and Jason talk about what being a 100X Leader looks like in terms of being 100% healthy and multiplying your health into others.

You can connect with Jordan at 317-658-7230, miassecurity.com, or on FB at https://www.facebook.com/Miashomesecurit.

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Deep Dive | Navigating Marketing Options | The 70:30 Principle | e52

Jason Kempf — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0500

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Leading is Serving is 1 year old! | What to expect for year 2 | e51

Jason Kempf — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0500

Jason and Chris reminisce about the first year of podcasting. We talk about some of our favorite moments of the past year and look forward to what changes are coming down the road for year 2!

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Thanks for being a part of the journey!

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Cody Johnson | Redemptive Stories, Big Vision, & Determination | The Leader Mirror | e50

Jason Kempf — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

We are excited to talk with Cody Johnson of Oil Change Near Me on the podcast today! Cody has a crazy story of set backs but not to be deterred from moving forward through strength of character, faith, and ingenuity. Cody is building an innovative business on bringing preventative auto maintenance to your home or workplace. You can find Cody at https://oilchangeusa.net or call at 1-877-404-4OIL.

Today Jason and Chris talk about the Leader Mirror. When it comes to the people you lead, have you ever taken the time to wonder what it’s like to be on the other side of yourself? Are you a consistent leader who is fighting for the highest good of those you lead? Or are you an accidental leader who just happens to get a few things right every once in a while?

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Jeremie Kubicek | The Peace Index, Resilient Leaders, Be a Fountain | e49

Jason Kempf — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Best selling author and global entrepreneur, Jeremie Kubicek, joins us on the podcast. Jeremie is the author of the newly released book, The Peace Index. This has been one of our favorite leadership tools here on the podcast bringing us great insight into our lives, leadership, and relationships. We get the honor to hear from the author himself how it has impacted him, his family, and the people he serves everyday.

Leading is Serving is also excited to be a part of bringing the PEACE SUMMIT to south Indianapolis in November. For more information, you can go to https://bit.ly/peace-gw to register! November 17 @ 7pm. Only $10 to attend or $32 includes a copy of the book.

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Adam Binkerd | People First Leadership, Value Humanity, & Courage in Leadership | Pioneer Voice | e48

Jason Kempf — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -0400

This week on the podcast, Adam Binkerd of 240 Solutions joins us to talk leadership and his journey as a landscaper from Grant County through Indiana Wesleyan University to become a business owner influencing teams and organization to aim for humanity in a people first leadership style. Chris and Jason also finish up talking through the 5 Voices focusing on the Pioneer voice.

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Beau Jackson | The Value of Learning, Experience, Coaching, Story, & Values | Connector Voice | e47

Jason Kempf — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Beau Jackson joins us on the podcast today to drop some nuggets of wisdom. We talk about the breath of experiences he’s been through and how those shape who he is today. We learn about the importance of values in how we lead, shape our organizations, and even approach everyday life. Beau is a Managing Partner at Modern Woodmen of America. You can find him on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/beaujacksonmwa/ ) or go to https://modernwoodmen.org to learn more.

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Deep Dive: End of Year Goal Setting To Get Over Barriers, Hurdles, and Gaps | Guardian Voice | e46

Jason Kempf — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Jason & Chris reminisce as we enter into Q4 and look forward to 2023. Setting goals begins to start running through our minds wondering what the new year holds. What are you doing right now to prepare for the future? Are you identifying the barriers, hurdles, and gaps in what lays before you? We also talk about the guardian voice who loves having clearly defined goals to shoot for.

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Rachel Patterson | Premium Customer Experience & Helping Dreams Come True | Creative Voice | e45

Jason Kempf — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Rachel Patterson of the Patterson Collective joins us today to talk about her quick rise to amazing results in the Real Estate industry, what sets her apart from the competition, and the role of empathy in the client experience. Tune in as we also talk about the Creative voice from GiANT Worldwide’s 5 Voices. You can find Rachel on Instagram @rachelpattersonn_ or email her at rachel@thepattersoncollective.com.

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Kim Jewell | Expanding Your Team In Elder Law | Nurturer Voice | e44

Jason Kempf — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -0400

We had the honor of stilling down with Kim Jewell of Jewell Law Office. She is a lawyer specializing in elder care helping families navigate the often unknown waters of Medicaid and the Aged and Disabled Waiver as loved ones reach stages that they need help caring for themselves. Today’s episode is not only packed full of info on how to navigate these sensitive issues, but also what it looks like to begin expanding your law office beyond just yourself. You can find Jewell Law Office at www.jewellelderlaw.com or call at 317-705-8805.

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The E-Myth Revisited | Thinking Of Your Business As A Franchise To Sell | Simple Moments Can Add Up To Significant Opportunity | E43

Jason Kempf — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Jason and Chris talk about a section from Michael E. Gerber's insightful book "The E-Myth Revisited". We explore Gerber's thinking around considering your business as a franchise or a product that you want to sell to someone. The thinking leads to developing the principles and processes necessary to take your business to the next level. You can pick up "The E-Myth Revisited" online or at your local retailer.

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Sam Bolin | Crossroads Kombucha | Growing Business in a New Industry | Active Listening | e42

Jason Kempf — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:33:14 -0400

Sam Bolin of Crossroads Kombucha joins us today and shares his journey from award winning football to sports management to an abrupt direction change following college to become the co-owner and head brewer of Crossroads Kombucha. As a family owned an operated business, Sam has learned the ins and outs of business and gut healthy brewing techniques through an amazing support network. We learn a lot today from his passion, honesty, and confident humility. Find Sam and Crossroads Kombucha on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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Peace Index | e41

Jason Kempf — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Jason and Chris work though the Peace Index tool this week. With the fall season getting fully underway, life is really speeding up! This tool helps us take an inventory of 5 key areas of our lives that blend together to bring us peace and fulfillment. The 5 areas are Purpose, Place, Provision, Personal Health, and People. Listen in and take a few moments for yourself to gain some clarity on life.

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Is Every Problem a Leadership Problem? | e40

Jason Kempf — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Is every problem a leadership problem? Jason and Chris test this theory and try and boil down as many problems as they can think of into leadership problems. We take a look at everything from workplace drama, mistrust, missed deadlines, wasted effort, lost time, and many more. Join us as we seek to become a leader worth following.

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Luke Reynolds & Brett Jones | Culture, Trust, & Letting Go | E39

Jason Kempf — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 14:08:09 -0400

Today we talk with Luke Reynolds (Founder & CEO) and Brett Jones (COO) of All-In Painting. They share with us about how their friendship since the age of 5 has turning into a trust filled working relationship. We journey through how leading really is serving for these guys and see how improving the culture of the workplace has transformed their teams.

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Keith Fechtman | Restauranteur, Professor, Student, Children's Author, & Waffle Maker Collector | Relational Impact | e38

Jason Kempf — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 01:33:42 -0400

Join Jason & Chris as they talk to Keith Fechtman and special guest Paisley. We journey through all of the amazing things they have going on from waffle makers to doctoral student. In the midst of all of that, Keith somehow finds the time to teach, write children's books, and run a restaurant as well. Keith is a guy passionate about putting ideas into action.

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Deep Dive | Is This A Good Time To Buy A Business? | The Hope Meter | E37

Jason Kempf — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0400

How are you feeling about tomorrow? Turn in this week as Jason and Chris talk about the Hope Meter and how our outlook for tomorrow affects our actions today. Also, have you ever thought about getting into business for yourself? Ever thought of what it might be like to buy an existing business and is this even a good time to be thinking about it? Jason and Chris unpack a few things that they’re seeing in our culture today.

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Dave Beasley | Engaging Young Leaders & Preventing Burnout | 70:30 Principle | e36

Jason Kempf — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Dave Beasley joins us today on the podcast. He is a School Resource Officer for our local school district and coaches tennis here in the community. Dave is continually fighting for the highest good of our students and families whether it's on the court talking to a teen about their passion for tennis or walking the halls of our schools with their K9 unit building healthy relationship with our kids. Chris and Jason take some time to reflect again on the 70:30 Principle and how that plays our in our roles.

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Supporting and Challenging Our Friendships, "Workships", and Ourselves | e35

Jason Kempf — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Jason and Chris pause and reflect on what it looks like to bring effective support and challenge to the people we are fighting for their highest good. We look at how this works its way through all of the circles of our influence from ourselves to our community. Do you lean more toward providing support or bringing challenge to the people you lead? Are you taking the time to know yourself so you can lead yourself?

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Trael Kelly | Best Version of Me, Safe, & Loved | Power of the Medium | e34

Jason Kempf — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Today we talk with Principal Trael Kelly from Pleasant Grove Elementary. He has a huge heart for kids and their families by providing a safe and loving environment for kids to learn not just their ABC's, but also how to grow in character. Listen in as we talk about the 100+ miles he walked during COVID to see all the kids in his school and how he inspires the leadership to make sure every child feels safe and loved.

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Deep Dive | Do I start, buy, or franchise a new business? | e33

Jason Kempf — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -0400

We do another deep dive today evaluating the ins and outs of starting a new business from scratch, buying an existing business, or franchising a new business. There's pros and cons to each. We talk about how the key is to know yourself to evaluate the opportunities before you.

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"Donut" Tom Neary | Making Donuts & Inspiring Fathers | Leader Mirror | e32

Jason Kempf — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:59:24 -0400

We talk with a leader and new entrepreneur today who has one of the biggest hearts around. Tom Neary, better known around here as "Donut Tom", joins us from Savanna, GA. He is connecting the art of donut making with how to inspire young dads to faithful fatherhood. We talk about how he is playing the long road on his journey from a cottage food license to a food truck to eventually a physical location. Tom and his family have a passion not just for donuts but for connecting with fathers as early as possible to inspire them to show up for their kids. Chris and Jason also talk about the Leader Mirror by asking the question, "what's it like being on the other side of me?"

You can find Tom on Facebook, Instagram, and "coming soon" driving around Savannah. Tune in, like, and follow to learn more and maybe even join Dads Donut House in their mission.

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Deep Dive | Bringing on help, Virtual Assistant, Intentional Apprenticing | e31

Jason Kempf — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:10:00 -0400

Jason take a deep dive talking about how difficult it is to bring on help as a leader to do the things either we're not good at or the stuff that just drains us. We talk about some of the barriers we have to overcome and about Jason's story in bringing on someone to help with digital marketing recently for The Uncommons. To find out more about The Uncommons, check us out in the links below!

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Deep Dive: Vision, Strategy, Core Values | Healthy Culture | e30

Jason Kempf — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 03:01:00 -0400

Jason and Chris continue talking about the development of your organization and business. What is the vision that you plan to execute your business plan with? How does this define you as a leader, your business, and bring alignment to your team?

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Deep Dive | What is Your Why? Discovering Your Mission | e29

Jason Kempf — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -0400

What is your mission? What drives you to be a better person? Entrepreneur? Leader? Getting down to the core of what drives you is essential to your success. Chris and Jason uncover some empty pursuits and highlight that fighting for the highest good of others is a truly fulfilling mission to drive not just our income but also our impact. Tune in and do the 25 in 25 challenge at the end of the podcast. (Thanks Andrew Robinson for the exercise!)

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Brendan Sweeny | Pursuing What is Most Important in the Face of Overwhelm | Intentional Leadership | e28

Jason Kempf — Wed, 25 May 2022 16:17:49 -0400

Excited to talk with Dr. Brendon Sweeney who has recently moved from a Family Medicine Practice after 9 years to leading in local nursing homes. Listen to what caused Brendon to be open to, consider, and actually make a huge jump to a new carreer path in the face of overwhelm and burnout in "parts" of his job. He made some critical decisions as to his highest priorities and what matters most to guide him through his journey of the past 6 months.

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Deep Dive | Pricing & Value | Role Clarity | e27

Jason Kempf — Wed, 18 May 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Today, Chris and Jason take another deep dive into the pricing strategies we need to consider during the start up phase of a business. What role do you play in the value you bring to the marketplace? How do you set a baseline for your pricing? How do you think through your pricing strategy when things are lean? We also look at the role of the organization and the leader in bringing role clarity to your employees.

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Chief Jeremy Pell | Understanding Other's Path & Transcending Social Issues | e26

Jason Kempf — Wed, 11 May 2022 09:26:44 -0400

Chief Pell has been leading the White River Township Fire Department for 14 years. He has also cross trained with the sheriff's department to better understand interagency coordination. From active shooter response to wrestling with social issues, when the mission is clear and your options few, then your decision is simple. Join us to hear his obvious passion for putting his life on the line to serve others and his not-so-secret passion for his dog, Rosie. Thank you to Chief Pell and and all the men and women of the WRTFD and the Sherrif's Department for serving us and fighting for our highest good!

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Deep Dive | Finances & Reserves | Clear Expectations | e25

Jason Kempf — Wed, 04 May 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Chris & Jason take another week break from the interview scene to talk deeper about finances when working on your start up dream. How do your personal finances play into the equation? What kind of reserves do I need? What kind of profit should I expect? In addition, we talk about how to set clear expectations and what goes wrong when we fail to communicate expectations appropriately.

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Matt Simon | Starting from Scratch, the Role of Passion, & Undermining Influence | e24

Jason Kempf — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:33:22 -0400

Matt Simon is a driven entrepreneur who has started multiple businesses and pioneered new ground in options backtesting. We talk about the ins and outs of launching from scratch in industries that we know little about. We also ask how passion plays into his success. Connect with Matt through his newest company, Option Omega, or on LinkedIn. In addition, Jason and Chris reminisce about growing up and discuss ways we undermine our influence as leaders.

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Deep Dive | Finding Your Entrepreneurial Fit | Effective Support & Challenge | e23

Jason Kempf — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 15:25:44 -0400

Jason & Chris start shaking things up a bit today. We're going to play with a bit of a different format for a few episodes taking a deeper dive on some topics interspersed with interviews. Today is our first deep dive on the topic of finding your fit. We consider factors such as self awareness as a leader, start up risk, and having mentors or a coach in helping us discern the right fit. In addition, we talk about the leadership tool, the Support & Challenge Matrix, in relation to our mindset as leaders.

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Bryan Ottney | Following Your Call & the Leader Mindset | e22

Jason Kempf — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:20:50 -0400

Chris and Jason talk about the mindset of a leader in today's wildly shifting culture. Then, Bryan Ottney shares with us the experience of growing up in the family business and then learning how to balance the call to ministry while continuing the legacy of his parents. We also explore a decision to not grow and become rich but rather focus on serving others as the goal in life. You can connect with Bryan on Facebook, at Bluff Creek Christian Church, or through Greene's Auto South.

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Scott Frye | Seeking Other’s Success, Giving Yourself Away, & Resistance to Change | e21

Jason Kempf — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 03:13:00 -0400

We talk with Scott Frye today. He is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones and is pioneering new work in estate planning. Scott brings an honest and genuine perspective to life and relationships, which has probably been a major ingredient to his success in life. Listen in as we talk about the struggles of changing industries, getting a new business off the ground, and intentionality in relationships. In addition, Chris and Jason take a look at naming the resistance that keeps us from change.

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Ryker Frandsen | Supply Chain, Failing Early, & Processing Change | e20

Jason Kempf — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Today we talk with Ryker Frandsen who is a young leader in our community working with Right Sized Inventory that is a fully remote team spread from Hawaii to Indiana. Ryker gives us some perspective on the supply chain struggles of the past couple years, scaling up massive levels of production when need suddenly shifts, and what it's like to fail early in life. We also talk about how to process and communicate change. You can connect with and find Ryker on LinkedIn to learn more about his work.

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Todd Cook | Doing what it takes, Refuse to be Miserable, & Effective Support & Challenge | e19

Jason Kempf — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Todd Cook joins us today to talk about getting his start in the real estate business. After only 8 short years (and a pandemic), Todd has found success for him and his team in not just growing their volume and sales, but honoring their customer making sure they feel like they are valued more than the sale. You can connect with Todd at tlcsoldme.com or just call their office at 317.503.3308.

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Nancy Bonson | Children of Hope Preschool | Intentional Leadership | e18

Jason Kempf — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Nancy Bonson joins us today on the podcast to talk about her journey in starting Children of Hope Preschool at New Hope Church in Greenwood, IN. Nancy is a compassionate leader known for seeing a need and being the one to figure out how to meet that need. To find out more about Children of Hope, go to the web or call for a school tour today.

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Jerry Cox | Teaching and Painting for other's benefit, and avoiding burnout | e17.mp3

Jason Kempf — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Jerry Cox joins us today behind the mic and blows us away. Jerry is a retired teacher and business owner who is leaving a legacy of relationships throughout his life. From painting houses with other teachers, family, and friends to walking with his students through desegregation, Jerry brings a life experience and wisdom to what it means to lead by serving others. If Jerry (Mr. Cox) has touched your life, or you know someone like this, shoot us an email here at Leading is Serving. We'd love to hear your story!

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Chris takes 5 Voices LIVE | Zack Killey talks Connectors & the value of the Voices | e16

Jason Kempf — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0500

A listener writes in and wants to know what Chris' 5 Voices are. So, we blindside Chris and get him to take the 5 Voices Assessment in the moment and talk about the results immediately following. Following that, we talk to Zack Killey who shares the same voice order as Chris and we talk about the value of the 5 Voices in our own lives, our relationships, and teams that we are a part of. Catch Zack through his work at New Hope Church, coaching with exANIMO Solutions, on LinkedIn, or tune in to his podcast Salty Saints! (his podcast is great...you should really take a listen!)

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Mike Ganly | Recruiting for Success, the Role of Prayer, & the Creative Voice | e15

Jason Kempf — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 04:02:00 -0500

We are excited to have Mike Ganly on the show today. He is the Senior Search Consultant for the Financial Group at Protis Global. We talk with Mike about everything from how prayer shapes his every day to celebrating the success of others. You can connect with Mike through LinkedIn.

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Andy Hendricks | Building Culture, Making the Leap, & the Pioneer Voice | e14

Jason Kempf — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 07:21:27 -0500

We have a great chat with Andy Hendricks today of A1 Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing (317.777.5415 a1windowcleaningindy.com). He may have gotten into the home services industry as a stop gap as a way to take care of his family, but today has taken the leap into building a business focused not just on great client care and satisfaction, but on leading and serving his crews by building a culture of generosity, care, and growth.

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Renae Furnee | Nonprofit leadership, foster care, serve the community & the Nurturer Voice | e13

Jason Kempf — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 03:00:00 -0500

We talk with Renae Furnee today about her journey. She is the Executive Director of Resources of Hope where they connect foster and adoption families to resources and training on the south side of Indy. She shares about the programs they run and about an upcoming fundraiser in March 2022. If you would like to connect with Resources of Hope, just shoot Renae an email.

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Jason Kempf | The Uncommons, leadership development, confident humility, & the Guardian Voice | e12

Jason Kempf — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 02:54:00 -0500

Once again, we turn the mic around and interview one of our own. On the hot seat today is co-host Jason Kempf. We get into the variety of pursuits that Jason is a part of today from leadership coaching and launching a new non-profit in the community all the way to foster care and co-pastoring New Hope Church. We also take some time to breakdown the Guardian Voice as part of our mini-series on the 5 Voices.

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Chris Wood | Genuine Relationships, Integrity, Trust, Fighting for Others, and the Connector Voice | e11

Jason Kempf — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Chris Wood isn't just the co-founder of this podcast. He is a phycology grad, HVAC pro, and has started 2 businesses over the past couple of years. We talk about the importance of integrity and trust in our relationships and how genuine relationships make all the difference. You can connect with Chris at the links below!

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Teresa Harwood | Do you have all the solutions? Guess what...you don't have to. | e10

Jason Kempf — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 03:25:00 -0500

This episode, we talk to Teresa Harwood of KW Commercial Real Estate. She helps us see the value of leaning on people who are experts in their field. Sometimes we can spin our wheels getting our ducks in a row when we can make so much forward progress by just reaching out so that you can focus on your strengths.

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Jason Adler | GenZ: showing how much you care so they care how much you know | e9

Jason Kempf — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 14:04:39 -0500

**Disclaimer** well...we're a week behind. The holidays and vacations really caught us podcast newbies unaware and we forgot to release this episode last week! So, without further adieu, here is your New Year installation of Leading Is Serving!

This week we talk with Jason Adler. He is a High School math teacher influencing and gaining respect with the toughest crowd today...teenagers. We talk to Jason about GenZ and how to lead the newest generation hitting adulthood. Plus, find out how 36 ÷ 6 = 6 really mystified a student once and how that has started social media fame for Jason.

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Kyle Masengale | Family Business, Mentors, and Listening | e8

Jason Kempf — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 04:11:00 -0500

We talk today with Kyle Masengale of ASAP Payroll. Kyle is following in the footsteps of his Father as he learns to lead a small business. We talk about what it's like working in a family business, what helped him get through those moments of being ready to throw in the towel, and the theme of the value of truly listening to to others comes back to the podcast. You can catch up with Kyle on LinkedIn or at ASAP Payroll.

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Christmas Special | mini-episode | e7

Jason Kempf — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all!

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Thomas Burris | Is the next "shiny thing" leading you to success or distraction? | e6

Jason Kempf — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:17:34 -0500

Today we talk with Thomas Burris of Simple IT. We get the chance to talk about the difference of success and legacy and how one leads to the other but not necessarily the other way around. Thomas touches some on tech trends and IT security for your business. Plus, we talk about a few games that you need to try and avoid the topic of considering Die Hard as a Christmas movie. You can connect with Thomas and Simple IT on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and on the web.

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Tyler Renicker | Are you listening? | e5

Jason Kempf — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -0500

We talk with Tyler Renicker (T&W Design & Build) about the importance of communication, trust, and truly valuing others when it comes to building relationships. We also ask questions like: Can failure be more important than success? Is there ever a time to say no to a potential client? And what it means to be present in the moment with others. Connect with Tyler here.

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Kyle Chudyk | Are you chasing the right thing? | e4

Jason Kempf — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:37:09 -0500

Our guest today has traveled the world shooting film for companies, TV, movies, and professional sports. Kyle Chudyk joins us today as a brand new franchise owner of ProLift Doors in Indianapolis but has spent part of his career as a creative behind a camera and designing lighting as a creative director. We talk about the importance of having a plan, the fear of and benefits of failure, being a life long learner, and recognizing that Dad was right all along.

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Megan Vondielingen | How much is too much? | e3

Jason Kempf — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Our guest today is Megan Vondielingen. She gets joy from walking with people from start to finish as they seek to reach their goals and accomplish their dreams. She has made the transition during COVID to working solely at home balancing home, family, and work. Listen in as we talk about balance, simple decisions to keep our goals on track, and what it means to slow down just a little bit. You can find Megan at The Mortgage Exchange or jump right in and get started here.

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Eric Vermilion | Are you knocking on the right door? | e2

Jason Kempf — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0500

Wonder what it would be like to have opened a new business just 2 months before COVID hit? Our guest today did just that and even though his industry completely shut down. We talk with Eric Vermilion about how important having a financial plan is when starting a business, interesting tweaks that he brings to the commercial lending space through knocking on the right doors, that being a Dad is a pretty cool gig, and bean houses. You can find Eric though his company USA Biz Loans at usabizloans.com.

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JC Wogomon | How do you measure success? | e1

Jason Kempf — Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:29:52 -0500

JC shares with us that the measurement of success is not by the bottom line, but by the impact left in the community. To connect with JC, you can find him at catalystinsgrp.com.

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