Unlock Growth: Transform Leadership by Asking the Right Questions with Dave Reynolds

Business Coaching for Sustainable Growth

In this episode, Michael sits down with business coach Dave Reynolds to explore the strategies that drive sustainable growth. Dave shares his journey from selling his previous company and working in telecommunications to becoming a business coach. He highlights the power of asking the right questions and taking an outside perspective to help organizations uncover hidden opportunities.

Michael and Dave dive into a common challenge: many businesses have growth ambitions but lack a clear, structured plan. They discuss why scalability and sustainability are more critical than ever, especially in today’s unpredictable business environment. Dave explains how small, strategic adjustments—paired with the right structure and discipline—can lead to significant, long-term success. They also emphasize the value of collaboration, ensuring that businesses build proactive habits and internal problem-solving skills to manage challenges like capacity constraints effectively.

Dave’s Journey to Sharing His Coaching Process

Dave opens up about his decision to write a book, which started as a personal goal and evolved into a way to share his coaching insights with a broader audience. He reflects on the writing process, the challenges of recording an audiobook, and why chapters 3 through 8 are particularly impactful. These chapters outline key coaching principles, including discovery, self-awareness, focus, and commitment.

Michael reinforces the power of writing a book—not just as a tool for thought leadership, but as a gateway to other opportunities like courses, coaching programs, and speaking engagements. They discuss the importance of a follow-up culture in organizations and how Dave ensures his book provides actionable takeaways for readers.

The Power of Collaboration and Visibility

Dave and Michael wrap up by discussing Dave’s engagement on LinkedIn and how his company is expanding its reach. From Kindle to Barnes & Noble to Amazon, Dave shares how his work is gaining traction across multiple platforms. Their conversation underscores the importance of visibility, connection, and continuous learning in today’s business landscape.

Actual Growth Begins with the Right Questions

A thriving workplace isn’t built on luck but on consistency, discipline, and a commitment to continuous improvement. But before success takes root, leaders must cultivate an environment where genuine growth can happen. And that starts with asking better questions.

In Radicle Growth, Dave Reynolds shifts the leadership conversation from command and control to collaboration and accountability. He challenges leaders to do less telling and more asking, empowering their teams to take ownership of their growth. Through purposeful conversations and a fresh leadership mindset, Reynolds lays out a framework for driving meaningful, sustainable change for individuals and the organizations they serve.

It’s time to move beyond outdated, transactional leadership styles. With Radicle Growth, leaders gain the tools to foster deep engagement, inspire innovation, and create a culture of accountability. If you’re ready to elevate your leadership game, this book is your next step toward transformational leadership.

About the Author

Dave Reynolds is a serial entrepreneur and the founder/CEO of The Rumin8 Group, a growth consulting firm helping businesses think strategically, develop high-performing teams, and navigate crucial conversations. With two decades of experience in sales leadership, performance management, and succession planning, Dave is passionate about unlocking potential through the power of the right questions. He lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. 

Book:  https://amzn.to/42YPVdK

Website:  https://rumin8group.com/

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-reynolds-99a71047/