Answers from the Stairs

In this powerhouse episode of Answers from the Stairs, Mike Calhoun shares his journey of leadership, discipline, and legacy-building across high-performance environments. From breaking patterns to branding excellence, Mike dives into what it takes to truly pave the way—for yourself, your team, and the next generation.

• 00:00 Intro: Kicking off a conversation rooted in growth, leadership, and high standards.
• 10:11 Breaking Bad Beh...

In this meaningful episode of Answers from the Stairs, Jim Sabellico shares his journey of discovering purpose, shifting perspective, and choosing a life built on service and impact. From breaking unhealthy patterns to stepping fully into a calling, Jim opens up about the decisions and disciplines that have shaped who he is today.

• 00:00 Intro: Setting the tone for a conversation about meaning, mindset, and momentum.
• 10:35 Jim’s C...

In this powerful episode of Answers from the Stairs, Robert Frehafer joins the show to explore what it truly means to lead, protect, and guide others through trust, integrity, and long-term vision. From the weight of decision-making to the responsibility of leadership, Robert shares the lessons he’s learned through his unique journey of guardianship—both personal and professional.

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• 00:00 Intro: Setting the stage fo...

In this special episode of Answers from the Stairs, Chris sits down with his daughter, Avery Vester, just days before one of life’s biggest moments—her wedding. With honesty, warmth, and reflection, they explore the milestones that shape us, the lessons learned along the way, and the beauty found in stepping into the next chapter.

• 00:00 Intro: A father-daughter moment before the walk down the aisle—celebrating life, love, and wh...

In this thought-provoking episode of Answers from the Stairs, we sit down with culture expert and thought leader Jay Doran to unpack the powerful relationship between personal identity, leadership, and organizational culture. Through raw conversation and real-life insight, Jay shares how our values, upbringing, and mindset shape not only who we are—but the environments we create.

• 00:00 Intro: Introducing Jay Doran and setting th...

In this powerful episode of Answers from the Stairs, Rob Dayton joins the conversation to discuss the weight of executive decisions—both in business and in life. From trusting your instincts to rediscovering identity, this discussion dives into the challenges and triumphs that come with making high-stakes choices.

• 00:00 Intro: Setting the stage for a deep dive into leadership, purpose, and faith-driven decisions.
• 10:45 Following ...

In this insightful episode of Answers from the Stairs, Brian Hess joins the conversation to break down the power of resilience, perspective, and the lessons life throws our way. From overcoming challenges to embracing unexpected wisdom, we explore what it means to truly "catch and land" the experiences that shape us.

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• 00:00 Intro: Setting the stage for a conversation on learning, adapting, and growing thr...

In this episode of Answers from the Stairs, we welcome Todd Smith to explore the dynamic journey of personal and professional growth—comparing it to the art of surfing life’s waves. Todd shares his experiences, insights, and hard-earned lessons on navigating the highs and lows of success with resilience and purpose.

• [10:20] Get Deep into Yourself – Todd discusses the importance of self-awareness and inner work as the foundation ...

In this episode of Answers From The Stairs, host Chris Vester sits down with Scott Gunnel for an insightful conversation about education, curiosity, and the lessons learned through both triumph and adversity.

🔹 00:00 – Intro
Chris introduces Scott Gunnel and sets the stage for a deep dive into his experiences and perspectives.

🔹 10:33 – Educational Work Experience
Scott shares how his journey through education and hands-on ...