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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.
Pull the Chute - Grow your People, Grow your Company Podcast
You are more than your job title Featuring Nick D' Ambrosio
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In this premiere episode of Beyond the Title, we go deeper than job titles and org charts to uncover the real stories of the people leading today’s organizations. Our guest, Nick D'Ambrosio, founder of Nomadics, shares his journey from military intelligence and GIS mapping to building a business that balances high-level defense contracts with a deep passion for environmental conservation. Nick discusses the "moments of pause" that led him to pull the chute, the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life, and why being your true, authentic self is the most powerful leadership tool you have.
Key Takeaways
- Beyond the Label: Leadership is about more than a title; it's about the challenges, breakthroughs, and intentional paths we choose when we "pull the chute."
- The Diverse Leader: From military defense and GIS technology to environmental preservation, Nick highlights how disparate interests can coexist to create a fulfilling career.
- Vulnerability and Authenticity: Nick shares personal stories—from dealing with family emergencies to the "stomach bug" chaos—proving that real leaders are human first.
- Environmental Stewardship: Discover why Nick's commitment to ecological conservation is a vital part of his legacy and a driving force for future generations.
- Intentional Pauses: Learn why it’s critical for leaders to occasionally stop, reflect, and ensure their path forward is aligned with their true values.
What defines you once you step away from your desk? Tune in to the very first episode of Beyond the Title to hear Nick D'Ambrosio’s authentic story. Listen now and discover what it means to lead with intention!
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