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

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.

Pull the Chute - Grow your People, Grow your Company Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Jeff Sesol and Janna Landry, with 328 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jeff Sesol and Janna Landry hosts Pull the Chute - Grow your People, Grow your Company Podcast, a business show with 328 episodes published.

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  Episode #95

  Stop Wearing Every Hat in Your Business Featuring Adam Spector

  Aug 21, 202626 minS5

  Send us Fan Mail Most entrepreneurs don't fail because they lack passion. They fail because they're overwhelmed by everything that comes after starting the business. Payroll. HR. Bookkeeping. Compliance. Endless admin work. These tasks are necessary—but they shouldn't consume the time meant for growing your business. One of the biggest takeaways from our conversation with Adam Spector is this: Your time is your most valuable investment. Every hour spent on low-value tasks is an hour you're not spending with customers, building your vision, creating new opportunities, or even with your family. Great leaders don't try to do everything—they learn what to delegate, what to automate, and where they create the greatest impact.

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  Episode #94

  Your Best Employees Don't Need Better Titles... They Need Better Leadership Development Featuring Shruti Rustagi

  Aug 19, 202628 minS5

  Send us Fan Mail Are we investing enough in the people who keep organizations moving? Middle managers are often expected to execute strategy, lead teams, navigate change, and adapt to new technologies—all while receiving the least amount of coaching and development. In this episode of Pull the Chute , leadership coach Shruti Rustagi shares why developing middle managers is one of the smartest investments an organization can make. Key takeaways: • Leadership development should extend beyond the C-suite. • AI isn't replacing leaders—it rewards those who continue learning and adapting. • Emotional intelligence, executive communication, and influence are becoming essential leadership skills. • Organizations that invest in their people build stronger cultures and retain top talent. One quote that stood out: "When the winds of change blow, some build windows. Others build windmills." The question is… what are you building?

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  Episode #93

  Are You Building the Business... or Chasing Validation? Featuring Mike Brcic

  Aug 17, 202629 minS5

  Send us Fan Mail Success isn't always the finish line. In this episode of Pull the Chute , Mike Brcic shares how building a thriving global business eventually led him to an unexpected realization: he wasn't chasing purpose anymore—he was chasing validation. The conversation explores why so many entrepreneurs experience burnout after years of growth, how our need for control can hold us back, and why the most meaningful journey begins when we stop asking, "How can I build more?" and start asking, "Who am I becoming?" If you've ever felt successful on paper but disconnected inside, this episode is for you.

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  Episode #92

  The Best Podcasts Don't Sell. They Serve Featuring Roger Nairn

  Aug 14, 202631 minS5

  Send us Fan Mail The best podcasts don't feel like advertisements—they feel like conversations worth having. In this episode of Pull the Chute , Roger Nairn, Co-Founder & CEO of JAR Podcast Solutions, shares why the most successful podcasts focus less on promoting a brand and more on delivering value to the audience. One of the biggest takeaways? Every podcast should have a purpose. Whether it's educating, inspiring, building trust, or creating community, your audience should leave every episode with something meaningful. The conversation also dives into: ✨ Why storytelling beats selling ✨ How brands can create deeper audience engagement ✨ The role of AI in content creation ✨ Why authenticity will always outperform perfection In a world flooded with content, the creators who consistently provide value are the ones people remember.

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  Episode #91

  Retail Isn’t Dying—It’s Evolving Featuring Jon Dario

  Aug 13, 202626 minS5

  Send us Fan Mail Retail isn't disappearing—it's transforming. In this episode of Pull the Chute , Jon Dario shares why today's retail leaders face more complexity than ever: more technology, more data, higher customer expectations, and the constant pressure to execute consistently. One takeaway stood out: People want to succeed. Great leaders create the environment where they can. Whether you work in retail, lead a team, or run a business, this conversation is packed with practical leadership insights—from improving frontline execution to building a culture of accountability through Focus, Follow-Up, and Feedback . The best customer experience will always start with great leadership.

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