109: Tom Jarvis: Unlocking Business Potential: The Power Of Autonomy And Focus The Courageous Leaders Club podcast

109: Tom Jarvis: Unlocking Business Potential: The Power of Autonomy and Focus

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Every time I speak with Tom Jarvis, MD at Wilderness - The Social Media Agency, I leave feeling calm, inspired and bursting with ideas for my business and I know you will feel the same after you listen to his experience.
Tom's blend of success and humility shines through as he shares invaluable lessons from his entrepreneurial career
I could talk to him for hours.
Key discussion points:

How a scorecard created structure and insight to measure success and focus on key areas for improvement
The ability to identify a gap in the market and see the vision of what is needed
Tom’s story of accidentally setting up an agency which he has now recently sold
The significance of focus and self-awareness in driving business growth and achieving success.
The benefits of creating a culture of autonomy and ownership
Insights into the emotional aspects of selling a business and the lessons learned from such experiences
How Tom defined his leadership style during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to growth and resilience
The advantages of having a young and dynamic leadership team

I’d love to know what inspires you in this episode and the action it has encouraged you to take.
00:00 Key topics: autonomy, feedback, young board, challenges.

05:56 Vulnerability is okay, leadership evolves with growth.

08:32 Transitioned from entertainment to digital marketing consulting.

12:55 Creating a new industry with strategic decisions.

16:45 Balanced approach to business success through metrics.

17:56 Balancing growth and client satisfaction through communication.

23:18 New industry, rapid growth, young board members.

26:04 Belief in everyday creativity inspiring and connecting.

27:12 Creativity is executed through diverse perspectives.

32:17 Nurturing young talent brings fresh perspective.

35:25 Honesty about business challenges fosters empathy.

38:27 Shared process and decision-making for company stability.

43:00 Learning to focus and stay in the game.

45:26 Standing out in a crowded market challenge.

47:13 Seek feedback to inspire and develop leadership.

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How a scorecard created structure and insight to measure success and focus on key areas for improvement
The ability to identify a gap in the market and see the vision of what is needed
Tom’s story of accidentally setting up an agency which he has now recently sold
The significance of focus and self-awareness in driving business growth and achieving success.
The benefits of creating a culture of autonomy and ownership
Insights into the emotional aspects of selling a business and the lessons learned from such experiences
How Tom defined his leadership style during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to growth and resilience
The advantages of having a young and dynamic leadership team