[Bonus] Renegades Book Launch with Benj Miller and McKenzie Decker

Oct 17, 2023

Benj Miller is the CEO of System and Soul, dedicated to helping teams grow with purpose, while McKenzie Decker manages daily operations, unlocking team potential. In this discussion, they dive into the journey from renegade founder to effective leader, emphasizing the balance between visionaries and operators. They explore mindset shifts essential for business growth and navigating leadership identity. The duo also shares insights on embracing change, maintaining authenticity, and fostering collaborative workplace cultures.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Visionaries & Operators: A Collaborative Dynamic

04:27 • 6min

Mindset Shifts for Thriving Business Growth

10:34 • 4min

Navigating Leadership Identity and Personal Fulfillment

14:17 • 2min

Embracing the Renegade Leader

16:40 • 15min

Embracing Collective Identity in Leadership

31:20 • 21min

In this episode of "How Leaders Think," Kenny Lange interviews McKenzie Reeves Decker and Benj Miller in honor of their new book release, "Renegades Break Rules Find Freedom: A Book for Founders." They discuss the transition from renegade founder to renegade leader and the importance of maintaining the renegade spirit in an organization. They explore the dynamic relationship between visionaries and operators, the psychological shift required to become a renegade leader, and the need for building the right team. The episode delves into personal experiences, insights, and practical exercises to help leaders embrace change and achieve their goals.

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Resources:

Benj Miller LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benj-miller-business-growth-impact-framework-coach/
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System and Soul Website: https://www.systemandsoul.com
Renegades Book: https://amzn.to/3FqusNL

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(00:00) - Intro
(00:00) - Chapter 2
(02:22) - Iron Man tattoos: Full or Half? Book Renegades.
(00:00) - Chapter 4
(06:34) - Founder's limited capacity and blind spots. Second in command fills the gap.
(00:00) - Chapter 6
(09:21) - Six shifts in mindset, team, and leadership.
(00:00) - Chapter 8
(12:21) - Letting go of identity: growth and pain.
(00:00) - Chapter 10
(16:04) - Transitioning leaders to new purpose and role.
(00:00) - Chapter 12
(19:11) - Cowboys fighting crime, fun, renegade spirit.
(00:00) - Chapter 14
(21:56) - Unlock your inner renegade and be inspired.
(00:00) - Chapter 16
(27:22) - Lock in processes for repeatable success.
(00:00) - Chapter 18
(31:40) - $100 million in 5 years.
(00:00) - Chapter 20
(32:50) - Shift thinking of leaders by answering why.
(00:00) - Chapter 22
(38:28) - Grow up, no shame, mature expression.
(00:00) - Chapter 24
(39:50) - Shifts require collaborative mindset and heart set.
(00:00) - Chapter 26
(46:35) - Empathy, appreciation, and challenge in understanding diversity.
(00:00) - Chapter 28
(47:56) - Powerful book for founders, leaders break rules.
(00:00) - Chapter 30
(51:02) - Follow on LinkedIn for more content and leadership tips.