Life, Complacency, and Pursuing Excellence - w. Walter Nusbaum

The Leadwell Podcast

Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, where one path leads to the ordinary and the other to exceptional? This week's Leadwell podcast guest, Walter Nussbaum, shares his inspiring journey from the former to the latter—how a disciplined mentor and an epiphany over dinner at Bullwinkle Steakhouse set him on a course toward outstanding leadership and personal growth. We delve into those life-altering 'fork in the road' moments, and Walter's narrative serves as a testament to the power of positive influence and the pursuit of excellence.
Leadership is more than a title; it's a complex blend of skills, social savvy, and above all, character. In our conversation with Walter, we uncover the critical elements that define a 'total leader' and the importance of the Arete mindset—a philosophy that champions maximizing current potential and pushing the boundaries of what we can become. This episode isn't just about recognizing one's innate talents but also nurturing them to inspire and encourage growth within teams and organizations.
To wrap up, we explore the often-overlooked force of affection in leadership. Just as an elderly woman gave up smoking out of love, we discuss how affection-driven leadership can transform obligations into passions and foster a culture of excellence. Walter's insights on practicing and instilling these principles in our daily lives are invaluable. If you're ready to embark on a quest for leadership excellence, Walter Nussbaum is the guide you've been looking for, and we've got all the ways you can connect with him in our show notes. Tune in and transform the way you lead.
Connect with Walter and the The Nusbaum Group:
Walter Nusbaum | https://www.linkedin.com/in/wnusbaum/
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The Nusbaum Group | http://www.thenusbaumgroup.com, https://www.facebook.com/thenusbaumgroup/,
The Arete Way | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AreteWay, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theareteway/, Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheAreteWay

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The Leadwell Podcast gives mission-driven leaders principled and practical advice to do just that, lead well.
In each episode, your host Jon Kidwell, interviews leaders with great stories, to share strategies that help leaders navigate complex, confusing, and often down-right challenging leadership, personal growth, business, and workplace culture situations.
Jon is a nonprofit executive turned coach, speaker, author, and CEO of a leadership development company. In working with nonprofits and businesses, big and small, he realized the unique challenges leaders face when they are committed to keeping the mission and people the top priority. Those leaders’ commitment to their principles and the people they lead, plus seeing the need for more leaders who strive to do the right thing, the right way, for the right reasons, is what inspired Jon to start a leadership development company dedicated to the success of mission-driven leaders and their organiza...

Chapters

1. Pursuing Excellence (00:00:00)

2. Journey to Personal Growth and Success (00:07:36)

3. The Pursuit of Excellence and Fulfillment (00:10:49)

4. The Total Leader (00:15:29)

5. The Power of Affection in Leadership (00:22:09)

6. Connecting With Walter Nussbaum (00:30:43)