Not long ago, I wrote this article for Smart Business about my wife’s grandmother, who was in the habit of going to Wendy’s every day, for 20 years, to get her Diet Coke. When she pulled up to the drive-thru, the employees would wave her on down to the window; they already knew what she wanted, and that’s why she was there. It wasn’t about the Diet Coke. There are plenty of places she could’ve…
Jason Barger checks-in with the Founders of System of Strength, Gretchen Dusseau and Keri Croft, and members of their Leadership Team during times of isolation and quarantine in April. SOS has dynamic workout studios in Ohio as well as a digital studio video platform. This fun, real and inspiring conversation dives into the mental and physical side of navigating ourselves through these challenging times as well as the power in their language “Keep Moving” and…
Jason Barger checks-in with author Terry Hershey during times of isolation and quarantine in April in his hometown of Vashon Island, Washington. This fun and inspiring conversation focuses on the power of pause, seeing with new eyes, making space, and finding sanctuary in our lives. In the midst of so much chaos, how do we breathe and what difference does it make? SHOW NOTES 0:51 – Jason shares his gratitude and thoughts for today’s podcast. 2:15…
Jason Barger checks-in with political storyteller, Carri Twigg, during times of isolation in April while she is quarantined in London, England. The conversation flows about the connectivity of the world, the power of storytelling and language, and how leadership matters more than ever in the world. SHOW NOTES 0:51 – Jason shares his gratitude and thoughts for today’s podcast. 2:50 – Jason welcomes Carri Twigg, former Whitehouse Staffer + Founding Partner, Culture House Media 3:40…
From the time she was a child, Jessica Jackley wondered what it meant to truly make a meaningful difference in another person’s life. She grew up in church and had many interactions with non-profits and NGOs over the years, but the act of giving back often left her wanting. She just didn’t see a noticeable way to do problem-solving work that truly moved the needle for those on the receiving end. And so, she co-founded…
Shane Battier has won everywhere. Over his 13-year career in the NBA, he not only achieved back-to-back championships, he was also a six-time divisional winner of the NBA Sportsmanship Award and was named an NBA Teammate of the Year. Previously, he played four years at Duke, winning the 2001 National Championship and taking home more than one Player of the Year awards. But if you ask him, he’ll tell you that everything he knows about…
Jason Barger checks-in with Mark Henson, Founder of Sparkspace and author of “Ordinary Super Powers” during times of isolation and quarantine in April. This authentic conversation dives into vulnerability around fears in business, liberating oneself from negative narratives, seeing opportunities, and taking the next step. SHOW NOTES 0:51 – Jason shares his gratitude and thoughts for today’s podcast. 4:21 – Jason welcomes Mark Henson, author, and founder of Sparkspace. 9:22 – Mark shares his experience with…
Jason Barger checks-in with author and teacher Gina Mollicone-Long during times of isolation and quarantine in April in her hometown of Whistler, Canada. This thought-provoking and challenging conversation focuses on how we budget our focus and attention each day. How does our mindset, focus and language help us navigate today and create tomorrow? SHOW NOTES 2:08 – Jason welcomes Gina Mollicone-Long, author and co-founder of GreatnessU. 3:22 – We are all living in Groundhog day, where…
In the midst of unrest, chaos and anger surrounding the brutal death of George Floyd, leaders are calling for all to not be silent. In this special podcast, Jason Barger shares his feelings, thoughts, reflections and experience with his family. What kind of leadership is needed? What language do we need to hear again? What culture do we all share in the creation of? SHOW NOTES 1:00 – Jason talks about the protests in Columbus…
Jason Barger checks-in with Caribou Coffee’s VP of People and Culture, Kendall Harrell, during times of isolation. The conversation flows about the power of values, creating connection with team members and customers, finding innovation in the midst of crisis, and being a chain reaction for good in the world. SHOW NOTES 1:00 – Jason welcomes Kendall Harrell, the VP of People & Culture at Caribou Coffee. Mentions Bou Con, an event that Jason was happy…
