Leadership Unlocked: The Stories That Shape Great Leaders

Be the Leader You Wish You Had | Chuck Hall - E9

Jul 2, 2025

Join Chuck Hall, chairman of Vitality Living and founder of Charles Hall Construction, as he shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings on Rhode Island docks to leading a thriving company with over 2,300 employees. He discusses the crucial role of mentorship, the importance of authentic leadership, and his passion for enhancing the quality of life for seniors. Chuck emphasizes the idea of 'Life by Design' and the impact of intentional leadership on personal and professional growth, leaving listeners inspired to cultivate their own leadership paths.

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ANECDOTE

Early Entrepreneurial Hustle

Chuck started entrepreneurial work early, repairing lawn mower engines and recruiting friends to help.
He learned to make more money doing jobs others avoided, showing early grit and adaptability.

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ANECDOTE

Teaching Kids Work Ethic Early

When Chuck started Charles Hall Construction, his son Chase worked in the office doing chores and got paid for effort.
They implemented a dollar-for-dollar savings match program reinforcing work ethic and responsibility from a young age.

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ADVICE

Embrace Discomfort to Grow

Be comfortable being uncomfortable and lean into challenges to grow personally and professionally.
Face uncomfortable moments honestly and align actions with core values for leadership success.

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Dusty sits down with Chuck Hall, the chairman of Vitality Living and founder of Charles Hall Construction, to explore his incredible journey—from his childhood hustle of working on the docks with his dad in Rhode Island to building a company that now employs over 2,300 people across 11 states. He opens up about being fired, starting over at 32, and the lessons he learned about vision, mentorship, and living a Life by Design. Highlights include his philosophy on mentorship, facing pivotal challenges, and creating meaningful change in the lives of aging adults. Hall also talks about his passion for ensuring dignity and quality of life for seniors, his personal passions, and the power of leading with authenticity and purpose. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an executive, or simply someone trying to lead with more clarity and impact, Chuck’s story will leave you challenged and inspired to “be the leader you wish you had.”

Key Takeaways:

• How Chuck Hall built a purpose-driven company supporting 2,300+ team members

• The power of mentorship, peer accountability, and Life by Design

• Why intentional leadership starts with curiosity, humility, and action

Key Timestamps:

(01:00) – Chuck’s Early Entrepreneurial Spark

(05:45) – Lessons From Family and Building With Grit

(10:30) – Getting Fired and Founding Charles Hall Construction

(16:00) – Mentorship and Showing up With Authenticity

(24:00) – Crossing the Threshold: Helping Others Lead

(26:00) – Life by Design: Chuck’s Strategic Visioning Framework

(36:30) – Vitality Living and Scaling With Purpose

(43:00) – Favorite Memory Care Moments

(47:00) – The Power of Saying “No” to Stay Aligned

(50:00) – Developing Leaders Through Boundaries and Ownership

(54:00) – Rapid Fire: Books, Failures, and Passions

Key Topics Discussed:

Leadership Unlocked, Leadership Insights, Dusty Holcomb, Servant Leadership Principles, Self-Leadership Strategies, Growth Mindset in Leadership, Integrity and Leadership, Leadership Development Resources, Effective Leadership Habits, Empowering Leadership Techniques, Senior Executive Insights, Leadership Quotes and Reflections, Leadership Podcast, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, CEO Podcast, Business Leadership, Leadership Growth, Leadership Journey, Stories From Leaders, Leadership Tools, High-Performing Teams, Leadership Mindset, Decision Making, Personal Growth, Self-Leadership, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Clarity, Organizational Leadership

Mentions:

Website: https://www.vitalityseniorliving.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-hall-53a259/

Mentions: Alzheimer’s Association, Invisible Wounds Foundation, Freedom & Whiskey, YPO, The Surrender Experiment, Atlas Shrugged

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