In this powerful and thoughtful 71st episode, John sits down with long-time friend Bill Johnson, the North American CEO of Welser Profile a company with over 360 years of family-owned history.

Bill shares what it means to lead a business with deep European roots and a centuries-old legacy, and how that unique perspective shapes leadership, culture, and long-term decision-making. This episode touches on:

• Why legacy is more important than job titles
• The power of values-driven leadership
• How Welser approaches growth while honoring heritage
• Building relationships with schools and communities to prepare future talent
• Lessons from leading in a culture that thinks in generations, not quarters

If you’ve ever wondered how a modern CEO balances innovation with centuries of tradition or how legacy can become a leadership asset — this episode is for you.

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In the 70th episode of Simply Business, meet Shawn King, known in the industry as Mr. Fence. He didn’t just inherit a family business; he was thrust into leadership before he was ready. At just 21, Shawn found himself at the helm of a company in serious trouble: struggling operations, no clear systems, and a legacy in danger of collapse.

But Shawn didn’t quit. Instead, he committed to learning, building, and thinking long-term. Over the years, he reinvented the business from the inside out—creating scalable systems, prioritizing education, and ultimately becoming one of the most respected voices in the fencing industry.

🎧 In this episode, Shawn opens up about the mindset shift that changed everything and the systems that now support not only his business but others across the country.

💬 Themes include:

• The mindset of a young leader under pressure
• Turning a struggling business into an industry benchmark
• Why personal brand and professional systems matter
• How Shawn trains and empowers others in the fence industry

👉 Tune in for raw truths, practical wisdom, and a dose of entrepreneurial grit from someone who built a legacy by refusing to give up.

In the 68th episode of Simply Business, John Jennings sits down with Taylor Sears, Chief Operating Officer of Silent Guard Security and Davis HVAC Experts. Taylor shares a compelling journey that winds through college athletics, working for the Cincinnati Bengals, a stint in Kentucky state politics, and ultimately returning to help lead his family’s dual-division business.

This conversation touches on what it means to lead with purpose, how real-world experience can be the best education, and why service industries like HVAC and security play a critical role in community well-being.

With warmth and humility, Taylor reflects on learning from mentors, adapting through generational transitions in a family business, and the importance of showing up whether for customers or colleagues.

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring take on leadership, business growth, and the impact of doing good work with a good heart.

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