Welcome to the Matthews Mentality Podcast! In this episode, host Kyle Matthews is joined by Ward Kampf, President of Northwood Retail. With over 30 years of experience, Ward has been instrumental in shaping one of the most dynamic retail portfolios in the U.S. and discusses his journey from wanting to be a sports agent to becoming a pioneering leader in retail real estate. Discover insights on non-fatal mistakes, the importance of second chances, and the 'founder's mentality.' Don't miss this conversation teeming with lessons on leadership, innovation, and resilience.
00:00 The Importance of Second Chances
01:03 Introduction to Ward Kampf and Northwood Retail
02:43 Ward's Career Journey and Achievements
03:45 The Impact of the Pandemic on Retail
07:30 Ward's Early Life and Interest in Retail
18:19 The Goldman Transaction and Its Significance
28:45 Lessons from Leadership and the Importance of Loving Your Work
32:58 The Discipline of Early Rising
33:20 The Power of Note Cards
34:15 Scanning and Analyzing Note Cards with AI
35:13 Reflecting on Past Notes
36:33 Habits and Disciplines for Success
51:42 The Founder's Mentality
56:04 The Importance of Practical Intelligence
58:52 Award-Winning Podcast: Backstory and Beyond
01:01:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Find Ward:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backstorybeyond/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ward-a-kampf-08333b46/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@backstory.beyond
Youtube: @backstorybeyond
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Find Kyle:
https://www.thematthewsmentalitypodcast.com
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Twitter: https://x.com/kylematthewsceo
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