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Pull the Chute - Grow your People, Grow your Company Podcast

Pull the Chute - Grow your People, Grow your Company Podcast

By: Jeff Sesol and Janna Landry
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The goal of this podcast is to interview business owners and/or C-level executives to get an understanding of how they built their culture, what worked, what failed, and what tips can they give new and upcoming business owners. Our goal over the next ten years is to help as many small to medium-sized businesses get to the next level by growing their people, which will grow their company. Through coaching and transformational leadership, Pull the Chute can guide company leaders to invest time to get to know their people and understand their roles, goals, and challenges to provide learning & growth opportunities - ultimately helping their people be the best they can be.

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Episodes
  • What if the secret to 45 years of marriage is the same as the secret to great leadership? Featuring Eric Hattey
    Apr 15 2026

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    In this episode of Beyond the Title, Jeff Sesol and John Zettler sit down with Eric Hattey to explore the profound shift from managing tasks to leading people with heart. Eric shares his journey of discovering that true leadership isn't about the title you hold, but about the service you provide to those around you. We discuss the challenge of overcoming the "me-centric" mindset, the power of human interaction, and the secret to long-term success in both business and life: realizing that when you help others get better, you automatically get better too.

    Key Takeaways

    • The Leadership Shift: Moving from a "what do I want" mentality to a "how can I help you" approach is the fundamental turning point for any great leader.
    • The Power of Human Interaction: In a digital world, simple human connections—like meeting team members for breakfast—are vital for building trust and culture.
    • Servant Leadership: Leadership is about the people you work with. When your team succeeds, your own success follows naturally.
    • Consistency in All Areas: Eric shares how the lesson of "making it about the other person" transformed not only his professional life but was the secret to 45 years of marriage.
    • Overcoming the "I" Habit: We are often raised to be self-focused, but high-impact leadership requires the discipline to stop making it about yourself.

    Call to Action

    Are you ready to stop leading for yourself and start leading for your team? Tune in to this episode of Beyond the Title to hear Eric Hady’s insights on authenticity, heart, and the real stories behind the leader. Listen now!

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    25 mins
  • Success isn't just a lucky break—it’s a science Featuring Adrian Kelly
    Apr 13 2026

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    In this episode of Pull the Chute, Jeff and Jana are joined by Adrian Kelly, an expert in high performance and the author of The Success Elements. Calling in from Ireland, Adrian shares his unique "story-based" approach to leadership, breaking down the science of success into accessible, manageable sections. We explore how to move from being a "technician" to a true leader, the importance of environment, and how history’s greatest figures—from Martin Luther King to NASA engineers—provide the ultimate "spoon of sugar" for modern leadership lessons.

    Key Takeaways

    • The Success Elements: High performance isn't a mystery; it's a process of identifying specific "elements" and sub-subjects that you can work through systematically.
    • Story-Based Learning: Adrian uses historical narratives (from Napoleon to WWII) to anchor complex scientific and leadership principles, making them memorable and accessible.
    • The Technician's Trap: Many leaders fail because they stay stuck in the "technician" mindset. Transitioning to leadership requires a shift in how you view your role and your team.
    • Environment Matters: Success is heavily influenced by the environment you create for yourself and your team; it’s the foundation for any high-performance culture.
    • A Scientific Foundation: Beneath the stories lies a deep understanding of the science of success, providing a proven framework for growth.

    Call to Action

    Are you ready to stop guessing and start applying the science of success? Tune in to the full episode to hear Adrian Kelly’s fascinating insights and learn how to apply The Success Elements to your own leadership journey!

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    28 mins
  • Stop throwing technology at a problem you haven't defined yet Featuring Peyton Fry
    Apr 8 2026

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    In this episode of Pull the Chute, Jeff and Jana are joined by Peyton Fry, the mind behind Glass Raven and an expert in leveraging technology to solve complex business problems. Peyton dives into the world of healthcare operations, discussing how data and automation can eliminate the "bottlenecks" that keep organizations from scaling. We explore the philosophy of "finding the problem first" before throwing technology at it and why the next generation of leaders—Gen Z and Gen Alpha—require a more tech-integrated approach to leadership and problem-solving.

    Key Takeaways

    • Identify the Bottleneck First: Technology is a tool, not a cure-all. Peyton emphasizes that you must find the core problem or "bottleneck" in your process before implementing a technical solution.
    • Technology as a Friend: When used correctly, technology isn't a replacement for human talent but an "enabler" that allows experts to focus on what they do best.
    • Solving the Healthcare Gap: Peyton discusses his work with Glass Raven and how they are streamlining healthcare operations to ensure better delivery of care through data-driven solutions.
    • Generational Leadership: With Gen Z and Gen Alpha entering the workforce, there is a growing gap that requires leaders to be more adaptable and technologically savvy than ever before.
    • Simplification Over Complexity: Don't overthink the solution; often the most effective fix starts with identifying the simplest initial issue.

    Is a bottleneck holding your organization back? Tune in to the full episode to hear Peyton Fry’s insights on how to correctly pair technology with leadership to scale your impact. Listen now and start solving your biggest business hurdles!

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    29 mins
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