THE RISE LEADER PODCAST

Episode 08 | Holistic Peak Performance Coach
Madison Hansen Madison Hansen

Episode 08 | Holistic Peak Performance Coach

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In this inspiring episode of The Rise Leader Podcast, we welcome Lucy Dutton, a holistic performance coach and founder of Grace and Grit Coaching. With nearly three decades of experience, Lucy shares her journey from professional dancer to international coach and speaker. She discusses the critical role of healthy living, personal development, and habit formation in achieving peak performance. Lucy also provides actionable strategies for overcoming comfort zones, building confidence, and cultivating leadership skills through intentional personal growth.

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Episode 07 | Exposure —The Key to Career Development
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Episode 07 | Exposure —The Key to Career Development

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In this episode of The Rise Leader, Jeff sits down with Kenny DaHill, owner of Charm Restoration, to discuss the often-overlooked element of professional development: exposure. With a dynamic career spanning construction, real estate, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship, Kenny shares his insights into how varied experiences and intentional exposure can fast-track leadership growth. Together, they explore Kenny's "Three E’s" framework—Education, Experience, and Exposure—and offer actionable advice for emerging leaders to create a roadmap for their careers.

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Episode 06 | Raising the Bar in Construction Quality
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Episode 06 | Raising the Bar in Construction Quality

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In this episode, we interview Michael Quade, Arizona Division President of Burgess Incorporated, about how his company is helping builders raise the bar for construction quality. Michael discusses the importance of third-party quality assurance inspections, the range of inspection services Burgess offers, and how they partner with builders to improve their processes and customer satisfaction.

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Episode 05 | Leadership In Building Energy Efficiency
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Episode 05 | Leadership In Building Energy Efficiency

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In this episode of The Rise Leader, we dive into leadership in building science and energy efficiency with Daran Wastchak, President of Learning Edge LLC. With decades of experience in the construction industry, Daran shares his journey, his insights on effective leadership, and his expertise in building science and energy efficiency.

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Episode 04 | Overcoming Overwhelm In Business and Life
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Episode 04 | Overcoming Overwhelm In Business and Life

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Feeling overwhelmed in your business or life? In this episode of The Rise Leader, we talk with Ral West, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience, about how to overcome overwhelm by systematizing your business and leveraging your time and resources.

Ral shares her "six secrets to business success" and dives deep into how to create simple systems, track data, delegate effectively, and build a strong team and culture. Learn how she built and sold a multi-million dollar business to Alaska Airlines and discover how you can achieve similar success by focusing on personal development and customer delight.

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Episode 02 | The Power of Expectation Leadership
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Episode 02 | The Power of Expectation Leadership

In this episode of The Rise Leader, we sit down with Bill Washburn, a 30+ year industry veteran and co-founder of RISE Leadership, to explore the power of Expectation Leadership. Learn how to:

  • Establish a clear vision to align teams and drive success

  • Communicate effectively with contractors, customers, and stakeholders

  • Build accountability systems that foster high performance

  • Attract and retain top talent through strong leadership principles

Plus, hear Bill’s insights on how personal accountability and gratitude can transform workplace culture. Don’t miss this deep dive into leadership strategies that get real results!

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Episode 01 | How to Make 2025 the Best Year of Your Life
Madison Hansen Madison Hansen

Episode 01 | How to Make 2025 the Best Year of Your Life

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In this series premiere of The Rise Leader, we're joined by Hugo Vasquez, founder of Team 212, to explore the transformative power of goal setting and accountability. Discover how to: - Reflect on your past to shape your future - Set SMART goals that propel you forward - Find the right accountability system for lasting success - Build a supportive community to elevate your journey Plus, learn about the Team 212 program and how it can help you achieve your goals. Don't miss this inspiring conversation packed with actionable strategies!

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