Pull the Chute - Grow your People, Grow your Company Podcast
The goal of this podcast is to interview business owners and/or C-level executives to get an understanding of how they built their culture, what worked, what failed, and what tips can they give new and upcoming business owners. Our goal over the next ten years is to help as many small to medium-sized businesses get to the next level by growing their people, which will grow their company. Through coaching and transformational leadership, Pull the Chute can guide company leaders to invest time to get to know their people and understand their roles, goals, and challenges to provide learning & growth opportunities - ultimately helping their people be the best they can be.
Episodes
249 episodes
The Hardest Person to Lead: Overcoming Your Own Blind Spots with Reuven Shelef
The hardest person you will ever lead is yourself. Reuven Shelef sits down with us to discuss why self-awareness is the ultimate leadership intervention. We explore the "blind spot" phenomenon and how our previous experiences often...
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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25:44
From Mines to Highways: The Hidden Footprint of Success with Evan Schwartz
Innovation is moving faster than ever, but is it sustainable? On this episode of Pull The Chute, Evan Schwartz returns to pull back the curtain on the hidden footprint of our modern world—from the mines to the highways. We move bey...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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29:04
Beyond the Shortcut: Why Discipline Wins Every Time with Dominic Forth
Success isn’t a hack—it’s a habit. In this episode of Pull The Chute, Dominic Forth joins us to strip away the "shortcut" mentality that stalls so many leaders. Dominic dives into that defining moment when wishful thinking dies and...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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31:08
The Trust Dividend: Why Teams Thrive or Fracture with Kim Bohr
Strategy gets you in the game, but trust determines if you win. Kim Bohr joins the show to break down the science of "trust builders" versus "trust destroyers." Instead of vague concepts, Kim offers a practical roadmap for how everyday actions ...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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22:31
Beyond the Flood: Sandy Rosenthal on Crisis and Courage
In this episode of Pull The Chute, Sandy Rosenthal joins us to recount the moment a New Orleans storm surge shattered more than just the levees. When 80% of the city went underwater, Sandy didn't just survive—she stepped up. We div...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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29:16
The Power of 'Why': Communication That Sticks with Alejandra Ramirez
In this episode of Pull The Chute, we sit down with Alejandra Ramirez to unpack why active listening and clearly explaining the why behind decisions are non-negotiables for effective leadership and sustainable business success.Through r...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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26:53
The Physics of Focus: How Halle Eavelyn Uses Science to Manifest Success
Manifestation isn’t just "woo-woo"—it’s a blend of neuroscience and intentional energy. This week on Pull The Chute, guest Halle Eavelyn joins us to break down the evidence-based power of a positive mindset. From her work with spiritual retreat...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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30:29
The Courage to Step Down: Embracing Identity with Joshua Tarbutton
What happens when the hardest leadership decision you make isn’t about the company, but about yourself? In this episode of Pull The Chute, we sit down with Joshua Tarbutton to explore the profound journey of stepping down as CEO...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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27:24
From Trauma Survivor To Healer
Pull the Chute podcast features Erin Mills, is a business owner at Theory Salons, where she combines creative vision with strong leadership to build a thriving, client-centered salon experience. As an entrepreneur, Erin is passionate about deve...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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30:07
STOP Selling to Clients Who "BUT" Too Much!
Pull the Chute podcast features Pam Meissner, is a former CPA, CFO, COO, and President turned trusted financial coach for business owners. With experience spanning large accounting firms, multinational corporations, and small businesses, she he...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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26:28
Leadership vs. Authority: Are You Actually Leading?
Pull the Chute podcast features Manny Fiteni, is a senior executive, author, and transformation leader with over 30 years of experience in financial services across strategy, technology, sales, coaching, and investments. He is the CEO of My Gro...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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29:33
Blind Salesperson Turns Disadvantage into BIGGEST Advantage.
Pull the Chute podcast features Patrick Engasser, is an author, speaker, and coach who helps leaders and organizations navigate change with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Drawing on deep experience in leadership development and personal grow...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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34:11
4 Types of Listening Intelligence (LQ™): Connective, Reflective, Analytical, or Conceptual.
Pull the Chute podcast features Dawn F. Landry, is a two-time bestselling author, and an award-winning and nationally respected business professional.Landry has spent more than half of her 32-year career in the corporate real estate ind...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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34:18
Gen Z Wants Meaning, Not Just Money: The New Job Market!
Pull the Chute podcast features Will Spengler, is the founder of Frederick Fox, a national recruiting firm built to challenge the outdated, overbuilt agency model.After seeing recruiters and clients alike get bogged down by bloated infr...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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24:36
Professor Dream to 33-Year Law Enforcement Career
Pull the Chute podcast features Jeff Wenninger, is a nationally recognized law enforcement expert with 33 years of experience, including service as a lieutenant with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). As Founder and CEO of Law Enforcemen...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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29:01
Why recruiters fear 100% commission?
Pull the Chute podcast features Ryan Hogan, is a Navy Reservist, serial entrepreneur, and the co-founder and CEO of Talent Harbor, a recruiting-as-a-service company helping growth businesses find world class talent—without the broken incentives...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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28:01
The Rise of the AI CEO and the Death of the $27 Billion Salary
Pull The Chute with Michael Tchong: The Rise of the AI CEO and the Death of the $27 Billion SalaryIs a bot about to take the corner office?In this provocative episode of Pull The Chute, futurist Michael Tchong exp...
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Season 4
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Episode 96
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33:46
Your AI Writing Partner - How Machine Learning Enriches Marketing Storytelling (Feat. Jim Matuga)
Pull The Chute: Your AI Writing Partner - How Machine Learning Enriches Marketing Storytelling (Feat. Jim Matuga)The AI landscape is evolving faster than ever, but how exactly is it changing the way marketers craft compelling s...
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23:42
Stress-Driven to Soulful Leadership with Grace Najean
Pull The Chute with Grace Najean: The Shift from Stress-Driven Success to Soulful LeadershipAre you a high achiever, executive, or entrepreneur running on adrenaline, constantly pursuing success but feeling drained?<...
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Season 4
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Episode 95
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26:33
The $2M to $10M Revenue Leap with Paul Austin-Menear
Pull The Chute: Scaling Secrets - The Specific Challenges of Growing from $2 Million to $10 Million (Feat. Paul Austin-Menear)Are you stuck in the revenue gap, trying to bridge the distance between $2 million and $10 million?
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Season 4
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Episode 94
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24:59
The Hidden Power of Speech - Communication, Mental Well-being, and Relationships with Dr. Chloe Carmichael
Pull The Chute: The Hidden Power of Speech - Communication, Mental Well-being, and Relationships with Dr. Chloe CarmichaelDo you know the profound impact your words have—not just on others, but on your own brain chemistry?<...
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Season 4
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Episode 93
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25:55
From Nap Hater to Author: The Hilarious Transformation with Dr. Erin Wilson
Pull The Chute with Dr. Erin Wilson: From Nap Hater to Author: The Hilarious TransformationHave you ever fought sleep with every fiber of your being? Meet Dr. Erin Wilson, a renowned academic who spent years proudly proclaiming...
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Season 4
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Episode 92
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31:18
Boost Meeting Efficiency - Eliminate Unnecessary Meetings with Evan Unger
Pull The Chute Podcast with Evan Unger: Boost Meeting Efficiency - Eliminate Unnecessary Meetings!Feeling like your calendar is an endless stream of unproductive meetings? You're not alone.In this essential episod...
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Season 4
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Episode 91
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34:31
Leadership Vs. Passion with Kash Rocheleau
Are you leading with passion or being led by emotion? It's a critical distinction that defines truly effective leadership.In this powerful episode of Pull The Chute podcast with Kash Rocheleau, we dive deep into the nuanced differenc...
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Season 4
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Episode 90
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30:51
AI is Disrupting Work: Learn a Trade or Master AI to Survive
Pull the Chute podcast features Greg Waechter, a Fractional HR Leadership Services, HR Consulting/Advisory Services, HR Assessment & Roadmapping.Greg Waechter is the founder of Super Simple HR, where he helps fast-growing startups s...
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Season 4
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Episode 89
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27:10