A new show from Operating on Purpose

The stories behind every great business,
told by the leaders who lived them.

Hosted by Penny Cook and Sarah Wilson, this show shines a light on the unseen work of operational leaders and the challenges they face, celebrating the expertise, judgment, and hard-won lessons of building a resilient organization.

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A General's Guide to Operational Excellence New
⏱ 36 min
Retired Army Brigadier General Matt Brand joins the show to share what 32 years of military leadership taught him about operational excellence under pressure. He breaks down the role of empowerment, delegation, and clear communication in effective leadership, and how crisis changes decision-making and resource management when the stakes are highest. His advice translates for any operational professional looking to improve their leadership.
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Introducing Behind Every Great Business
⏱ 3 min
Behind Every Great Business is a podcast that shines a light on the unseen work of operational leaders and the challenges they face. The show celebrates the expertise, judgment, and hard-won lessons of building a resilient organization. Subscribe and follow to meet the leaders behind every great operation.
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If you're hearing yourself in these episodes, that's not a coincidence. Penny and Sarah work with founders and leadership teams to turn operational chaos into clarity, and the work looks a lot like what gets talked about here.

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