426 | Overcoming Self-Sabotage and Blind Spots in Business

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In this episode, Chaz Wolfe invites entrepreneur George Kriza to discuss his journey, the unique challenges faced by CEOs, and how to overcome business blind spots. They delve into the importance of organizational clarity, culture, and the role of self-awareness in leadership. Kriza shares insights on balancing business with personal life, and advice on starting a business.

In this episode of Gathering The Kings podcast, host Chaz Wolfe engages in an enlightening conversation with George Kriza, a celebrated entrepreneur and Inc 500 honoree. Together, they explore the nuances of recognizing and overcoming blind spots that CEOs often face, the essence of effective collaboration, and the significance of clarity and focus within organizations.

Books and Resources Recommended (Affiliate Links Are Used):

Gathering The Kings Full Library of recommendations: https://www.amazon.com/shop/gatheringthekings/list/

Patrick Lencioni Books: The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Executive: A Leadership Fable: https://amzn.to/4aQHmDn The Five Temptations of a CEO: https://amzn.to/3RT0Dvq

Let’s Connect!

George Kriza: https://challengingdecisions.com/who-we-are https://www.facebook.com/AgileDecisions https://www.youtube.com/@georgekriza6767 https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-kriza-006500/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/challenging-decisions/about/ Call: 312-320-7760

Chaz Wolfe (Host):

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(0:00) Introduction to George Kriza and his entrepreneurial journey. (1:03) The unique challenges faced by CEOs and how to address them. (1:20) Identifying and overcoming business blind spots. (3:37) Common blind spots in CEOs and strategies to mitigate them. (11:53) The role of clarity and culture in organizational success. (16:42) George Kriza’s experiences with software development challenges. (27:23) The importance of self-awareness and vulnerability in leadership. (29:59) Achieving balance between business, family, and faith. (35:55) Insights on the ideal time to start a business and the entrepreneurial mindset.