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🎧 Episode 116: From Scrappy Entrepreneur to Visionary Leader: Ryan Iwamoto's Journey

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Ryan Iwamoto, co-founder and president of 24 Hour Home Care, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey and leadership insights. From personal experiences that sparked a business idea to navigating the challenges of COVID-19, Ryan offers valuable lessons for aspiring leaders and established entrepreneurs alike.

🌟 What you'll learn:

• How personal caregiving experiences can inspire business innovation
• The evolution from hands-on entrepreneur to strategic team leader
• Strategies for building a strong company culture while driving growth
• Navigating industry challenges and pivoting during crises
• The importance of vulnerability and continuous learning in leadership

🔑 Key topics covered:

1. The founding story of 24 Hour Home Care
2. Transitioning from "scrappy entrepreneur" to leader of teams
3. The power of feedback and 360-degree reviews
4. Building and maintaining company culture
5. Weathering the pandemic in the home care industry
6. A 5-point plan for turning around struggling business units

💡 Takeaways:

• Embrace vulnerability and seek honest feedback to grow as a leader
• Invest in coaches and experts to accelerate personal and business growth
• Be willing to make tough decisions for the overall health of your company
• Continuously challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone

🎤 Featured quote: "The biggest cost to a business, and probably a barrier to growth, is what they called ignorance debt. And that's what you don't know."

If you're an entrepreneur looking to scale your business or a leader aiming to level up your skills, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories. Tune in to learn how Ryan Iwamoto transformed challenges into opportunities for growth and success.

Don't forget to check out Part 2 next week for more leadership wisdom from Ryan Iwamoto!

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Chapters

1. From Scrappy Entrepreneur to Visionary Leader: Ryan Iwamoto's Journey Part 1 (00:00:00)

2. Evoke Greatness With Ryan Iwamoto (00:00:04)

3. The Power of Constructive Feedback (00:08:49)

4. Accelerate Growth Through Accountability and Coaching (00:12:36)

5. Transforming Through Adversity (00:19:04)

6. Inspirational Message for Achieving Greatness (00:29:10)