To be a great leader is to repeat important messages over and over again, until they become part of your culture. In this episode, Alex and Ben talk about why language matters and how they’ve seen it create meaningful change in organizations they’ve worked with. Alex then shares the 5 core principles he finds himself repeating over and over at Path for Growth. He also explains why every person listening should learn to lead well, whether they think they’re in a leadership role or not.

Information isn’t the gap between failure and success—action is. Path for Growth’s 1-on-1 coaching helps you create a plan and execute on what matters most for your business. Apply today at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.

Episode Recap:

• Language creates culture, and part of your job as a leader is to repeat the things that matter
• Why is intentional language so important?
• There are 5 core tenants we find ourselves repeating over and over
• 1. Just because you’re growing doesn’t mean you’re living
• What does it take to practice healthy growth?
• 2. If you want to put your business in order, start by putting yourself in order
• 3. If someone depends on you, then you are a leader
• What does it look like to lead with wisdom and authority?
• 4. Your work is not who you are, your work is where you serve
• How can leaders begin to separate their work and their identity?
• 5. Strength is for service

If you’re ready to move beyond just gathering information and start executing on what truly matters, Path for Growth’s 1-on-1 coaching can help. Apply now at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.

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Starting any new business takes courage, but if you embrace the process wholeheartedly, you’ll learn some powerful lessons along the way. In this episode, Alex talks with Ben about his decision to leave a great job and start Path for Growth, even though he wrestled with choosing between two good options. He also shares some of the biggest lessons he’s learned while scaling this business, from ensuring quality while you grow, to embracing freedom and responsibility, to coming to terms with people leaving the business.

Information isn’t the gap between failure and success—action is. Path for Growth’s 1-on-1 coaching helps you create a plan and execute on what matters most for your business. Apply today at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.

Episode Recap:

• This week we’re unpacking the Path for Growth origin story.
• What were the fears and anxieties that made it hard to start something new?
• It’s uniquely hard to choose between two good options
• How can thinking there’s a right and a wrong decision hold people back?
• What was your decision making process like when choosing to leave and start Path for Growth?
• Can you tell us about those first days on your own?
• What have you learned about freedom and responsibility?
• How did you decide to bring on your first hire early?
• How have you ensured quality while scaling?
• Why should leaders avoid having indispensable team members?
• Where is Path for Growth headed next?

If you’re ready to move beyond just gathering information and start executing on what truly matters, Path for Growth’s 1-on-1 coaching can help. Apply now at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.

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“Decision Making and the Will of God” by Garry Friesen

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The book of Proverbs reminds us that wisdom is one of the most valuable pursuits. In this episode, Alex and Ben unpack 5 proverbs and their implications for leaders and business owners, covering topics like the pursuit of wealth, sustainable growth, decision making, and more. They also discuss the benefits of meditating on and talking about Proverbs as a way to examine our worldviews and gain more wisdom.

Information isn’t the gap between failure and success—action is. Path for Growth’s 1-on-1 coaching helps you create a plan and execute on what matters most for your business. Apply today at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.

Episode Recap:

• A proverb is like hard candy; you need time to sit with it.
• Proverbs 4:7 - If you want wisdom, get wisdom.
• Proverbs 12:12 - The wicked seek to consume, but the righteous bear fruit.
• Proverbs 13:11 - Steady growth is much more likely to be sustained.
• Proverbs 23:4 - Don’t let wealth become your main motivation.
• Proverbs 16:2 - Our choices will usually seem right to us.
• Why is discussing Proverbs such a valuable pursuit?

If you’re ready to move beyond just gathering information and start executing on what truly matters, Path for Growth’s 1-on-1 coaching can help. Apply now at pathforgrowth.com/coaching.

Resources:

Follow the podcast on Apple or Spotify

Schedule a call to learn more about Path for Growth Coaching and Community

Download the Free Reading Guide

Join us for our 2025 Experience – Long Game Leadership

Connect with our Founder Alex Judd on LinkedIn and Instagram