In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Wes Towers, founder of Uplift 360, a digital agency helping builders and trades create smarter websites and measurable growth through practical SEO and clear strategy.

Wes shares how real progress in business often starts with a different question: What would this look like if it were easy? From cold plunges and breathwork to mindset shifts around selling and leadership, he explains how simplifying complex problems can unlock momentum, clarity, and better decisions.

We talk about why desperation repels opportunity, how an abundance mindset changes the way you show up with clients, and why leaders don’t need to control everything they need to create space for their teams to think, contribute, and grow.

We also explore:

• Why simplicity beats complexity in business

• How scarcity thinking quietly sabotages results

• The danger of confusing “hard” with “important”

• Why great leaders make room for ideas, not just decisions

• How personal branding and authenticity build trust

• What imposter syndrome really looks like after success

Wes also opens up about his struggles with self-doubt, burnout, and growth, reminding us that leadership isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about staying curious, staying human, and continuing to evolve.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that progress doesn’t come from grinding harder It comes from simplifying, trusting your people, and choosing growth over fear.

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Rob Broadhead, a veteran software architect, entrepreneur, and mentor with over 30 years of experience in technology and business. Rob is the founder of RB Consulting and the voice behind the Develop podcast, where he helps developers and business leaders turn ideas into real-world results.

Rob and I talk about the hidden challenges of delegation, why “done is better than perfect” is harder to live by than it sounds, and how leaders can create environments where people are allowed to grow instead of being forced to conform. We explore the gap between building great systems and building great teams and why the best leaders focus less on themselves and more on clearing the path for others.

We also dive into:

- Why comfort can quietly limit growth

- The danger of releasing products before they truly solve the problem

- What imposter syndrome really looks like after success

- Why feedback should flow in both directions

- How reflection makes better leaders and stronger businesses

- The difference between working in the business and working on it

Rob shares how his own journey from developer to business owner reshaped how he thinks about leadership, success, and scaling responsibly. His perspective is a reminder that leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking better questions, staying humble, and building teams that can thrive without you standing in the middle.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that growth doesn’t come from control it comes from clarity, trust, and the willingness to evolve.

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Jacopo Iasiello, an entrepreneur who went from chasing a professional soccer career in Italy to rebuilding his life after a career-ending injury — and eventually creating success in business and real estate.

Jacopo shares how failure shaped his mindset, including the moment he slept on the floor of his first failed shop rather than admit defeat, and how that experience taught him resilience, focus, and humility. We talk about why trying to do too many things at once can quietly sabotage growth, and why mastering one path before expanding is essential for long-term success.

We explore:

- Why intention plus attention determines the direction of your life

- How failure can become a turning point instead of an ending

- The danger of spreading your energy across too many projects

- Why real leadership requires clarity, not ego

- How communication and delegation shape strong teams

- Why adding value to others is the foundation of meaningful success

Jacopo also opens up about imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the inner battles that continue even after external success — reminding us that growth is not just about money or achievement, but about becoming stronger from the inside out.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that success isn’t built in comfort it’s built through focus, resilience, and the courage to reinvent yourself when the plan falls apart.

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Mike Barefoot, a longtime entrepreneur and former staffing firm owner who has spent more than two decades placing professionals, leading teams, and navigating the realities of business growth.

Mike shares how his career evolved from corporate recruiting into building his own IT staffing firm and why he’s now shifting into keynote speaking to pass along the lessons he learned the hard way. We talk about invisible career ceilings, why “just work hard” is incomplete advice, and how fear can be used as fuel instead of a roadblock.

We also explore:

- Why networking matters as much as effort

- How comfort can quietly limit your growth

- The danger of analysis paralysis

- Why “trust and verify” is better leadership than blind trust

- How imposter syndrome shows up even after success

- Why balance, not burnout, leads to sustainable performance

This conversation is a reminder that leadership isn’t about doing everything yourself it’s about knowing when to change direction, when to ask better questions, and when to choose growth over fear.

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Jodie Hill, founder of Thrive Law in the UK, a law firm built around employment law, culture, mental health, and neurodiversity. Jodie is reimagining what legal leadership can look like by working on the front end of workplace problems helping organizations prevent discrimination and burnout instead of only reacting once things have gone wrong.

Jodie and I talk about why saying yes to everything can quietly pull you away from your purpose, how scaling too fast can be just as dangerous as not growing at all, and why the optics of success don’t always reflect what’s actually healthy or sustainable inside a business.

We explore what it really means to build boundaries as a founder, how burnout reshapes leadership, and why creating space away from work can unlock better ideas than constant hustle ever will.

We also dive into:
- Why growth without intention can become a trap
- How leaders can model psychological safety instead of just talking about it
- What delegation really means when done well
- Why vulnerability isn’t weakness it’s leadership
- How imposter syndrome shows up even after success
- What it takes to build a culture where people can truly thrive

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Mike Konrad, founder and CEO of Aqueous Technologies, who has spent more than three decades building a company in the electronics manufacturing industry. From starting in his garage to stepping away from day-to-day operations, Mike reflects on what long-term leadership has really taught him about growth, fear, and decision-making.

Mike and I talk about why conventional marketing never worked for him, how education became his most powerful sales tool, and why pursuing growth without discipline nearly cost him profitability. He challenges the idea that success comes from doing more, moving faster, and getting bigger — and instead makes the case for better judgment, stronger values, and trust built over time.

This conversation is a reminder that leadership isn’t about proving yourself — it’s about staying grounded, choosing wisely, and building something that can outlast your ego.

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Mike Chaput, founder of nSight, an IT managed services company serving California and Hawaii. Mike shares the lessons learned from building a business from scratch, recovering from early setbacks, and leading hundreds of employees while staying grounded in his values.

We dive into how leaders can:
* Use vision and values as the operating system for execution
* Make company culture explicit and actionable
* Recognize and appreciate people in meaningful ways to increase purpose and engagement
* Balance self-awareness, humility, and confidence while steering a growing organization
* Leverage unconventional practices, like affirmation exercises, to sharpen focus and influence outcomes

Mike also reflects on the personal side of leadership how philosophy, meditation, and thinking beyond self-interest can improve decision-making and inspire followership.

He challenges the idea that leaders must have all the answers, instead suggesting that staying curious, reflective, and intentional is what drives sustainable growth.

This conversation is a reminder that great leadership isn’t about perfection it’s about creating alignment, empowering people, and thinking bigger than yourself.

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Aaron Trahan, a former corporate executive turned leadership coach who found himself running billion-dollar organizations long before he ever expected to. Along the way, he made just about every leadership mistake possible and discovered the power of coaching, reflection, and feedback in the process.

Aaron and I talk about why failure isn’t the opposite of success, how the right culture fit can unlock real potential, and why growth at all costs is often a dangerous illusion. We explore what it really means to scale yourself as a leader, how to build meaningful feedback loops, and why imposter syndrome might actually be a sign you’re doing something right.

We also dive into:

-Why comfort can be more dangerous than failure

-The difference between optics and real leadership

-How to grow without burning out your people

-Why the best leaders never stop learning

This conversation is a reminder that leadership isn’t about protecting your image — it’s about staying curious, staying human, and choosing growth over ego.

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