
Breaking Barriers: Leadership, Loyalty, and Authenticity in Business | Joe Roman E11
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10/22/24 • 43 min
What happens when your best friend—and trusted videographer—takes center stage for the first time? Join us, Ryan Garland and Joe Roman, as we explore the incredible friendship journey that has influenced my personal life and the culture we’ve built at Paradyme. In this episode, we dive deep into the power of vulnerability and loyalty, revealing how breaking down personal and professional barriers has forged genuine connections and helped create a thriving business environment. It’s a testament to the magic that unfolds when you lead with honesty and openness, inviting others to invest in your vision.
Are you curious about how to lead a fast-growing team without losing your balance? We tackle the dynamic challenges of leadership and management in a high-growth company. From hiring top-tier talent to fostering innovation, I share my strategies for integrating strong-willed individuals into our unique culture while staying hands-on with career development and personal well-being. Inspired by influential leaders, we discuss the importance of open communication and navigating difficult conversations to cultivate a motivated, cohesive team.
Balancing the demands of family life with running a business is no easy feat, but I share my personal experiences in managing both. From overcoming setbacks to implementing vertical integration, we explore the importance of patience and the impact of prioritizing others’ success. Tune in to gain insights on building a resilient, purpose-driven business where empathy and understanding fuel sustainable success. This episode is packed with strategies and mindset shifts to help you cultivate a loyal, supportive team and confidently lead.
What happens when your best friend—and trusted videographer—takes center stage for the first time? Join us, Ryan Garland and Joe Roman, as we explore the incredible friendship journey that has influenced my personal life and the culture we’ve built at Paradyme. In this episode, we dive deep into the power of vulnerability and loyalty, revealing how breaking down personal and professional barriers has forged genuine connections and helped create a thriving business environment. It’s a testament to the magic that unfolds when you lead with honesty and openness, inviting others to invest in your vision.
Are you curious about how to lead a fast-growing team without losing your balance? We tackle the dynamic challenges of leadership and management in a high-growth company. From hiring top-tier talent to fostering innovation, I share my strategies for integrating strong-willed individuals into our unique culture while staying hands-on with career development and personal well-being. Inspired by influential leaders, we discuss the importance of open communication and navigating difficult conversations to cultivate a motivated, cohesive team.
Balancing the demands of family life with running a business is no easy feat, but I share my personal experiences in managing both. From overcoming setbacks to implementing vertical integration, we explore the importance of patience and the impact of prioritizing others’ success. Tune in to gain insights on building a resilient, purpose-driven business where empathy and understanding fuel sustainable success. This episode is packed with strategies and mindset shifts to help you cultivate a loyal, supportive team and confidently lead.
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The Paradyme Shift - Breaking Barriers: Leadership, Loyalty, and Authenticity in Business | Joe Roman E11
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Hey everybody , ryan Garland here , founder and chairman of Paradigm . Thank you very much for watching the Paradigm Shift podcast . We are here today , based off of all of your votes , my friends and family , to see my best friend , joe , my videographer . For the first time , he's actually in front of the camera instead of behind the camera and we're going to just let the convers
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