Brad Wilson, founder and CEO of Destination Homes, shares the origin story of his successful home building company and the importance of clarity in leadership. He discusses decision-making, the significance of behavioral assessments, and navigating difficult choices. The podcast also explores the challenges of political polarization and the importance of understanding differences in working together.
Prioritizing personal values is crucial when making difficult decisions.
Investing in people, learning from setbacks, and focusing on product leadership and customer service are keys to success in business.
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Reflection on Values and Making Hard Decisions
The podcast emphasizes the importance of reflecting on personal values and the difficulty of making decisions between good options. The speaker shares personal experiences of facing tough choices and the need to prioritize what truly matters.
Lessons from Starting a Construction Business
The podcast discusses the journey of starting a construction business with a lifelong friend and the challenges faced during the 2008 recession. The speaker emphasizes the importance of investing in people, learning from setbacks, and focusing on product leadership and customer service.
The Role of Clarity in Leadership and Growth
The podcast highlights the significance of clarity in leadership and growth. The speaker emphasizes the need for clear communication, well-defined roles, and understanding organizational values for success. The importance of clarity in empowering employees and fostering a healthy culture is also discussed.
Leadership in Polarized Times and the Power of Collaboration
The podcast explores the challenges of serving in public office during polarized times. The speaker emphasizes the importance of slowing down, listening, and seeking to understand differing perspectives. Collaboration, clarity of purpose, and working together for the greater good are highlighted as key aspects of effective leadership.
Brad Wilson is the founder and CEO of Destination Homes, an award-winning home building company that has built over 1500 homes along the Wasatch Front, in Utah, in the last 15 years. He's a well-respected politician that currently serves as the Speaker of the House for Utah and has represented District 15 in the Utah legislature since 2011. In this episode, Brad shares with us the origin story of starting a hugely successful home building company and how big change always starts small.
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