The Culture Matters Podcast

"Culture eats strategy for breakfast." - Peter DruckerOn today's episode of The Culture Matters Podcast, we are continuing our series where our very own Jay Doran gives a little insight into the what, the why, and the how of Culture Matters as an organization and exactly what it is that culture means in the grand scheme of things.  For this discussion, Jay begins to build upon the brief overview of the series' first episode by digging a little deeper into the why of Culture Matters.  What was the inspiration behind the beginning of this adventure?  How does culture strengthen when it is getting tested?  How does business and culture mix when life outside of the business is just as complicated, if not more so, than life inside the business?  We're just beginning to scratch the surface of these and a lot more questions, so we hope you enjoy this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast and will stay tuned as we continue to dive even deeper into Culture Matters.

"I am a steadfast anchor living in purpose and on purpose serving wherever my feet are."Coach, doctor of Biblical naturopathy, co-host of the "Faith. Family. Fulfillment." podcast and author of a book of the same name, and a very dear friend to Culture Matters Dr. Suzanne Vester is joining us for her inaugural appearance on the show and we are ecstatic to have her here.  Dr. Vester and Jay are digging into Dr. Vester's lifelong journey in service and helping others and how that has been a major influence throughout her life, the importance of making sure there is alignment between you mind, body, and spirit, and why a good portion of the most successful among us have learned that it is more important to speak less than it is to listen more.  Dr. Vester has dedicated her life to helping others in more ways than one and it was an honor to have her on this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.If you or someone you know would be interested in donating to The Well, please visit https://www.zeffy.com/fundraising/steps-of-faith-29029-for-the-well .

"We all are learning, modifying, or destroying ideas all the time. Rapid destruction of your ideas when the time is right is one of the most valuable qualities you can acquire. You must force yourself to consider arguments on the other side." - Charlie MungerValue investor in real estate and beyond, co-founder of Revolution Capital Group, and a principle with Keating Partners Gray Wilson is going our program today and if you are someone who wants to get into the nuts and bolts of real estate, investing, and other financial pursuits then you have come to the right place.  Jay and Gray are digging into understanding that every market is going to have its ups and downs and it is up to you to be in the right position when the down times come, the unique ability the real estate market has to transform the smallest holder into a tried and true giant in the industry, and why it is important never to stretch whatever leverage you possess past into a place where you're abusing it.  Gray is truly a brilliant mind and we feel very fortunate to have him on The Culture Matters Podcast and we think you'll know why after listening to this episode.

"Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan 'Press On!' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race." - Calvin CoolidgeOur guests today are the Head of Engagement and Outreach at American Business Media, Andrew Berman, and the Chief Marketing Officer of Paramount Residential Mortgage Group, Paul Lucido, and we've got them back for yet another conversation surrounding our very own Jay Doran's work, Thirty Days of Thought.  During today's discussion, these three colossuses of culture will be examining what happens when someone gets stuck, what leads to getting stuck, and how to get out of it when you're in the middle of it.  Nietzsche preached walking to clear your mind and get the answers you were looking for and others have other methods, but the truth is, only you can get yourself unstuck.  There is a lot to unpack today and the gents are not holding anything back.  We hope you enjoy this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.

"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin FranklinOwner of 2 College Brothers Moving and Storage, author of the book Hometown Titan, co-founder of the Titan Retreats, and host of "The Nice Guys on Business Podcast" Wade Swikle is here to talk moving, leadership, being an entrepreneur, and so much more and we are delighted to have him on the show today.  Wade and Jay are diving into Wade's journey from majoring in broadcast journalism to owning his own moving company, the importance of at least understanding every single position within your company as an entrepreneur, and exactly what Titan Retreats are and the purpose they serve.  Not only is Wade a great guy with a lot of wisdom to impart, but he also has the distinction of being the very first guest on the show from the moving and storage space!  We have a great episode on tap today and we hope you get as much out of it as we did with the one and only Wade Swikle.

"No one can build you the bring on which you, and only you, must cross the river of life. There is one path in the world that none can walk but you. Where does it lead? Don't ask; walk." - Friedrich NietzscheFinancial advisor and the founder and CEO of Tailored Wealth Dan Pascone is our guest on the show today for the very first time and we are planning on squeezing every drop information we possibly can out of this discussion.  Dan and Jay are digging into what Dan perceives to be the fundamentals of leadership, how it may not be the most pleasant thing in the world to have the difficult or crucial conversations but you will always feel better after you've had them, and remembering that the ultimate board that you have to report to as a leader is made up of your team and your clients.  We truly hope you are buckled up because this is not only a masterclass in finance, but in leadership as well.  We hope you enjoy this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.

"Once you get to a really high level, the margin becomes mindset."Personal trainer, author of the book Nutrition Finances, and founder of STRONGSIDE Fitness Mitchel Black has made his way back to The Culture Matters Podcast for his sophomore appearance and we are incredibly excited to have him back on the show.  Today is the start of a brand new series here on the show where Mitchel and Jay are going to be discussing the phenomenon that is CrossFit and the culture that it has bred among its millions of participants.  During this discussion, Mitchel and Jay are digging into the early days of CrossFit, the science that drives this incredibly unique workout regiment and the measurables that make it unlike any other fitness routine in existence, and some of the issues that CrossFit has faced both internally and externally.  This is going to be a very inspiring and intensive series and we're very glad to have someone spot us like Mitchel Black.

"Culture eats strategy for breakfast." - Peter DruckerWe are very excited to be starting a brand new series today where our very own Jay Doran is pulling back the curtain back a little to share what it is that Culture Matters does, what Culture Matters means, and what Culture Matters is.  This podcast has served as a way for culture to take center stage in the worlds of contracting, real estate, finance, philanthropy, and a host of other businesses that deserved to have their stories heard.  And now we are taking a little time to share some our story.  This first episode serves as introduction in to what is to come in this series and we hope that our listeners will take it as an opportunity to get to know us better as we continue to seek out and elevate culture at every turn.  We look forward to bringing you this series and we hope you enjoy this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.

"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." - Benjamin FranklinFounder of Arena Securities and co-host of the Investor Series right here on The Culture Matters Podcast Aleck Arena is here for a for a very deep dive into the current landscape of the global financial market and the global economy as a whole.  Aleck and Jay are discussing some of the effects that recent economic decisions made by the U.S. have had on the global trade market, why it is a good thing to go back and re-evaluate the way things are being done every so often from the aspect of seeking a better trade balance, and what it looks like to switch over from an economy based on manufacturing to one based less on labor and more on assets.  If you were looking to jump head first down the economic rabbit hole, you have come to the right place.  Aleck in an incredibly knowledgable person and we are so happy to have him here to share his wisdom and insights with us on The Culture Matters Podcast.

"There was once a wise, spiritual master who was the ruler of a small but prosperous domain and who was known for his selfless devotion to his people. As his people flourished and grew in number, the bounds of this small domain spread and with it the need to trust implicitly the emissaries he sent to ensure the safety of its ever more distant parts. It was not just that it was impossible for him personally to order all that needed to be dealt with: as he wisely saw, he needed to keep his distance from, and remain ignorant of, such concerns. And so he nurtured and trained carefully his emissaries, in order that they could be trusted.Eventually, however, his cleverest and most ambitious vizier, the one he trusted most to do his work, began to see himself as the master, and used his position to advance his own wealth and influence. He saw his master's temperance and forbearance as weakness, not influence, and on his missions on his master's behalf, adopted his mantle as his own - the emissary became contemptuous of his master. And so it came about that the master was usurped, the people were duped, the domain became a tyranny; and eventually it collapsed in ruins." - Friedrich NietzscheIf you've ever listened to The Culture Matters Podcast before, then you know that the sayings and philosophies of Friedrich Nietzsche are a staple of this program.  On today's episode, our very own Jay Doran is having a look at the above quote  and breaking it down to take a deeper dive into the relationships that exist between mentors and mentees as well as people in a position of authority and their subordinates.  They say people don't leave their jobs, they leave their bosses and a lot of it has to do with a lack of investment in those employees.  There is a lot to unpack in this episode and we are here for absolutely all of it on this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.