What separates a successful career from a life of impact?

In this episode, Hanna sits down with Mickey Maurer, founder of the Indiana Business Journal and the National Bank of Indianapolis, to go beyond the headlines and uncover the principles that shaped his journey. From law and media to banking and philanthropy, Mickey has built a legacy on perspective, conviction, and community.

He doesn’t just talk about success, he lives by it. He’s written seven books, produced films for HBO, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro, and created Mickey’s Camp, an adult summer camp that has raised millions for Indiana charities. At Indiana University, the Maurer School of Law bears his name, a reflection of his belief that giving back is the most important principle of all.

We get into:

• The 10 Essential Principles that guided his career
• Why community and giving back are core to entrepreneurship
• Building networks that last beyond industries and titles
• His definition of balance through curiosity, activity, and lifelong learning
• The lessons you do not learn in school but every entrepreneur needs

This one is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, builders, and lifelong learners who believe success is about more than profit: it is about purpose and community.

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What separates a good leader from a generational one?

In this episode, Hanna sits down with JP Engelbrecht, CEO of South Central Inc., to talk about what real leadership looks like, not the title, but the lifelong mission of building culture, developing people, and staying grounded in your faith and values.

JP doesn’t just lead a third-generation family business, he leads it.

From climbing towers as a teen to flying himself to board meetings, he’s spent his life learning every part of the business. But what drives him isn’t the flash, it’s the fit. JP shares why culture is his biggest investment, how he supports CEOs across industries, and why “business is an honorable calling” is more than just a phrase—it’s a leadership philosophy.We get into:

• Why every success (or failure) comes back to leadership
• How to build teams that care and stay
• Quiet intensity vs. loud ambition: the leadership styles that work
• The real reason family businesses succeed (or don’t)
• How faith, values, and vision shape his leadership playbook

This one’s a must-listen for founders, operators, and anyone who believes leadership is about service, not ego.Follow @TheHustlebyHanna across all platforms!

When Lisa Wardell looks back on her journey, it’s not the titles or accolades that stand out. It’s the winding, non-linear path that took her from first generation college graduate to CEO of a public company.

On this episode of The Hustle by Hanna, Lisa shares how “learning agility” became her greatest asset, why she’s never been afraid to start from scratch, and how confidence is built one hard earned win at a time. We talk about breaking through barriers, mentoring the next generation, and rewriting the story of what leadership looks like.

You will learn
• How Lisa turned self doubt into a belief she could learn anything
• The importance of “learning agility” in navigating career changes
• Why non linear career paths can create the most valuable skillsets
• The milestones she’s most proud of and the ones people often overlook
• How she uses mentorship to help others see their own potential

Whether you’re first in your family to chase a big goal or deep into your own leadership journey, Lisa’s story is proof that resilience, curiosity, and a willingness to learn can take you anywhere.

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