Today, I am joined by my friend, Adam Leeper, the CEO/Founder of Forge Achievement Coaching LLC. He’s a business coach bringing a unique blend of military leadership and AI expertise to help small businesses streamline, scale, and stay true to their mission.
In this episode, Adam and I talk about the importance of finding one’s purpose, the skills he learned in the military that translate to entrepreneurship, and the significance of community and leadership in both personal and professional realms.
Later, Adam shares insights on decision-making under pressure, the value of discipline, and the unique leadership training that he received in the military that you don’t get in corporate America. He discusses his coaching approach, focusing on helping business owners discover their strengths and purpose through his Operation Pathfinder Workshop. The conversation also leads to the concept of branding, advocating for a personal approach where business owners can explore all parts of themselves and their business, rather than limiting themselves to a single focus area.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to A Bright Idea Podcast
00:59 The Journey of Adam Leeper
11:34 Finding Purpose in Business
23:45 Skills from Military to Entrepreneurship
31:07 Navigating Workplace Discrimination
34:13 The Transition to Entrepreneurship
36:01 Finding Your Leadership Style
38:57 The Importance of Self-Discovery
42:53 Building a Personal Brand
44:43 Operation Pathfinder Workshop Overview
53:09 Identifying Your Genius Zone
59:27 Adapting Your Brand as You Grow
Sponsors:
Chosen Advisory Group: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/bilal-afolabi/
Resources:
Work with Adam: https://stan.store/CoachAdam
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