Rusty Fulling, founder of Fulling Management and Accounting, delves into the essential elements of leadership in a remote-first world. Rusty shares his journey of building a resilient team that continued thriving even when he was unexpectedly out of commission. He highlights the importance of trust, purpose, and consistent communication in fostering a cohesive team culture, despite physical distance. By implementing regular check-ins, engaging team-building activities, and creating a culture of care, Rusty illustrates how leaders can cultivate strong bonds within their remote teams. He also touches on his personal experiences, like a transformative mission trip with his daughter, which reinforced his belief that true leadership extends beyond business objectives. This episode is packed with actionable insights for leaders looking to foster unity, purpose, and resilience in their teams.

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Joe Travaglione, founder of Future State Cyber, shares unconventional leadership insights inspired by his upbringing around Italian immigrants and his surprising connections to the Mob. Travaglione discusses how the Mob's structured approach to leadership and development has shaped his management style. From self-managing teams to providing clarity in goals, Joe emphasizes the importance of development and feedback in creating high-functioning businesses. He draws parallels between Mob operations and modern business practices, noting that both rely on clear goals, accountability, and the ability to let go of underperformers. Joe also highlights the importance of mental toughness and continuous improvement, referencing the 75 Hard Challenge as a model for staying disciplined in leadership.

Want to learn more about Joe Travaglione's work? Check out his website at https://www.futurestatecyber.com.

Connect with Joe on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/joetravaglione/.

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David Contorno, founder of E Powered Benefits, sheds light on how business leaders can significantly reduce healthcare costs while improving employee outcomes. Contorno explains that the current healthcare system is not broken—it’s working as designed, benefiting insurers and hospitals while leaving employers and employees with skyrocketing costs. His solution? Leaders need to start asking different questions. By challenging traditional assumptions, Contorno’s strategies—such as direct primary care and transparent provider relationships—help businesses save up to 50% on healthcare costs. This leadership approach empowers companies to provide better care at lower costs, ensuring long-term sustainability.

Want to learn more about David Contorno's work? Check out his website at https://www.epoweredbenefits.com/.

Connect with David Contorno on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dcontorno/.

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