Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Use DISC & Working Genius to Build Powerful Teams | Stop Hiring by Chance!
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Friday Mar 21, 2025
Inside “Finding Significance” — How to Build a High-Performing Team
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
🎙️ In this episode of the By Design Podcast, we dive deep into author Marty Osborne’s powerful leadership book, Finding Significance: Five Keys to Becoming the Leader People Are Happy to See.We explore Key #2: “It’s Your Team, Don’t Leave It to Chance” — a crucial mindset shift for any leader who wants to build a strong, engaged, and high-performing team. Marty shares why so many leaders struggle with hiring, how assessments like DISC and Working Genius can uncover true fit, and why the right team can unlock the long-term success of any business.Whether you’re looking to grow your organization, improve retention, or simply become a leader worth following — this conversation is full of practical, actionable insights straight from the book.📖 What You’ll Learn from Marty’s Book & This Episode:✔️ Why most hiring mistakes happen before the interview starts✔️ The biggest leadership trap: promoting good people into the wrong roles✔️ What DISC and Working Genius reveal about your team’s real strengths✔️ A powerful story about living in your “working frustration”✔️ How to keep employees motivated without micromanaging✔️ What great leaders do differently when building a team✔️ Why this book took 5 years—and why it was worth it📌 Resources & Links:📘 Get the Book: Finding Significance: Five Keys to Becoming the Leader People Are Happy to See – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTQD79BH/?bestFormat=true&k=finding%20significance%20marty%20osborn&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k1_1_12&crid=37ZRISVQPV8P3&sprefix=marty%20osborn🧠 Take the Free DISC Profile Assessment: https://profiles.innermetrix.com/VO/8fcbb4b0/enWebsite: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-usDale's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/Marty's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/Tom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/#FindingSignificance #MartyOsborne #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamBuilding #WorkingGenius #DISCAssessment #ByDesignPodcast #OrganizationalHealth #BusinessBooks #Entrepreneurship



Monday Mar 10, 2025
The 5 Keys To Becoming The Leader People are Happy To See
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
💡 Want to Write a Book or Become a Great Leader? Here's How! 💡In this episode of By Design Podcast, we dive into the 4 essential keys to writing a book and explore the 5 keys to becoming a leader people love to follow with author and leadership expert Marty. Whether you’re an aspiring author, entrepreneur, or leader, this episode breaks down practical strategies to help you write, lead, and succeed.📖 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ How to Write a Book Step-by-Step – The 4 keys to making it happen✔️ Overcoming Self-Doubt & The Lizard Brain – How to push past fear✔️ Hiring the Right Team – Why most leaders fail at hiring & how to fix it✔️ How to Keep Your Team Engaged & Motivated✔️ The #1 Mistake Leaders Make & How to Avoid It✔️ Using Assessments Like DISC & Working Genius to Build Winning Teams✔️ Why Culture is Built by Design, Not by ChanceBuy a Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DTQD79BH/?bestFormat=true&k=finding%20significance%20marty%20osborn&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k1_1_12&crid=37ZRISVQPV8P3&sprefix=marty%20osbornWebsite: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-usDale's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/Marty's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/Tom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/#WritingABook #LeadershipDevelopment #HiringRight #ByDesignPodcast #OvercomingSelfDoubt #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess #SelfImprovement #Marty #PodcastInterview



Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
How to Buy & Scale a Business Like a Pro!
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Thinking of #buyingabusiness? Here’s What You NEED to Know! In this episode of the By Design Podcast, we chat with entrepreneur Corey Sanders, who has successfully #acquired and #scaled multiple businesses across different industries. From car washes to printing businesses to recruiting firms, Corey shares the real lessons behind buying, improving, and #growingabusiness the right way.If you’ve ever wondered how to find the right business to buy, what to look for in due diligence, or how to transition #leadership effectively, this episode is packed with game-changing insights!🔎 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ How to Find a Business to Buy – Where the best deals come from✔️ Green Flags & Red Flags in Business Acquisitions✔️ How to Build & Motivate a Winning Team After Acquisition✔️ The Biggest Mistakes Owners Make When Selling a Business✔️ Why 75% of Business Owners Regret Selling & How to Avoid It✔️ Exit Planning: What Every Seller Should Know📌 Resources & Links:📞 Visit By Design Advisors or connect with us on LinkedIn to start planning your exit today.👉 Connect with Corey Sanders on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-sanders-075a2b15a👉 Learn more about Elevate Talent Solutions: https://www.elevategvl.com/Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more expert insights! 🚀#BusinessGrowth #BuyingABusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcquisition #ExitPlanning #ByDesignPodcast #CoreySanders #ScalingABusiness #Leadership #Investing #SmallBusinessSuccess



Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Thinking of Selling Your Business? Here’s What You NEED to Know! 💼In this episode of the By Design Podcast, we sit down with M&A expert Shay Houser to reveal the biggest mistakes business owners make when preparing to sell their company. Whether you’re considering an exit strategy, seeking investment, or just want to understand the M&A process, this conversation is packed with insider knowledge from someone who has acquired over 20+ companies and invested in high-growth businesses.🔎 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ The #1 mistake business owners make when selling their company✔️ How to prepare your business for a smooth M&A process✔️ What investors really look for before making an offer✔️ How to avoid LOI pitfalls that can cost you millions✔️ The key red & green flags buyers watch for✔️ Why exit planning MUST start early📌 Resources & Links:👉 Connect with Shay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaler-houser-801187👉 Take Your Free DISC Personality Assessment: https://profiles.innermetrix.com/VO/8fcbb4b0/enWebsite: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-usDale's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/Marty's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/Tom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more expert insights! 🚀#BusinessGrowth #MergersAndAcquisitions #ExitPlanning #Entrepreneurship #ByDesignPodcast #StartupSuccess #Investing #BusinessMistakes #ShayHouser



Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
The 5 Biggest Mistakes Business Owners Make When Exiting Their Business
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
In this episode of By Design, we uncover the 5 biggest mistakes business owners make when exiting their business—and how you can avoid them. Whether you’re considering selling now or in the future, these insights are critical to ensuring a smooth, profitable transition.We’ll explore:1️⃣ The importance of a strategic exit plan.2️⃣ Why over-reliance on the owner can derail deals.3️⃣ Misconceptions about business valuations.4️⃣ The need for a post-exit financial and personal plan.5️⃣ How to handle the complexity and costs of the exit process.Don’t let these common mistakes hold you back. Tune in to learn how to exit your business successfully—by design, not by chance!Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/



Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Unlocking the 4 C’s of Business Success: 80% of Value Hidden in These Keys!
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
In this episode of By Design, we dive deep into the "4 C’s" of business success: Human Capital, Customer Capital, Structural Capital, and Social Capital. Discover how 80% of a company's value lies beyond the balance sheet and in these critical areas.We discuss:Why structural processes like payroll and CRM systems are foundational but not game-changers.The importance of diverse client portfolios and avoiding over-dependence on key relationships.How your brand and reputation shape social capital.Why people are the ultimate competitive advantage and how leadership impacts company growth.If you're looking to enhance your business’s value, this is a must-watch! 🎯📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on building businesses by design, not by chance.Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/



Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Introducing By Design Advisors: Helping Business Owners Discover What’s Next
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
What’s next for your business? At By Design Advisors, we specialize in helping business owners answer this critical question. Whether you’re growing, transitioning, or planning an exit, our proven framework ensures you’re intentional every step of the way.In this episode, we discuss:✅ Why intentionality is the key to success.✅ How to build a roadmap by identifying where you are and where you want to go.✅ Why 80% of businesses don’t sell—and how you can avoid being part of that statistic.✅ The importance of human, client, structural, and social capital in driving value.Let us be your guide to navigating business challenges and achieving your goals by design, not by chance.Visit By Design Advisors to learn more or schedule a meaningful conversation today!Website: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/Book A Call: https://www.bydesignadvisors.com/contact-ushttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dalethrush/https://www.linkedin.com/in/marty-osborn-78ba9b5/https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasrjohnson/



Tuesday Jan 14, 2025