Are you a subject matter expert who struggles to manage people?

In this episode, Roger Jorns interviews David W. Carr, founder of Steward Your Business.

David specializes in helping professionals in technical fields—like architecture, engineering, and construction—transition from being "doers" to being effective leaders.

David discusses the danger of becoming the "frog in boiling water" by ignoring the rising pressure of business life. We explore the necessity of holistic health—physical, spiritual, and emotional—and how it directly impacts your bottom line.

David also shares how he balances his intense work with his passion for Star Wars through his side venture, Lightside Collectibles.

If you are looking to understand your leadership voice and build a healthier organization, this episode is for you.

Connect with David:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwcarr/

Lightside Collectibles: https://lightsidecollectibles.com/

Steward Your Business: https://stewardyourbusiness.com/

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Hosted by Roger Jorns, I talk with awesome business leaders about their story and we explore how to reimagine work, life, and design.

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00:00 The Frog in Boiling Water: An Introduction

00:19 Meet the Hosts: Roger and David

01:27 David's Journey and Passion for Connecting People

02:10 The Birth of Steward Your Business

03:57 Star Wars and Lite Collectibles: A Passion Project

06:31 Balancing Work and Hobbies for a Healthier Life

10:11 Implementing Holistic Leadership in Business

14:02 Proactive Leadership Strategies

14:18 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

14:46 The Importance of Self-Leadership

15:13 Challenges in Engineering and Trust Building

16:40 Developing Competence in Teams

19:57 Recognizing and Valuing Team Diversity

23:01 Steps to Effective Leadership

25:35 Conclusion and Contact Information