Pivotal Change (Audio)

In this powerful New Year episode of Pivotal Change, host Ryan Conn opens the year with a clear message: success is not built on hype it’s built on structure. Drawing from his Leadership Lab and Business Foundations framework, Ryan breaks down why many businesses and leaders stall despite effort, ambition, and good intentions. The missing link, he explains, is clarity, alignment, and a s...

In this timely end-of-year episode of Pivotal Change, host Ryan Conn, founder of CS Business Consulting, delivers a powerful leadership message on how to show genuine care for people without sacrificing standards, accountability, or mission. Designed for business owners, executives, and emerging leaders, the episode explores how true leadership is rooted in presence, consistency, and int...

In this powerful episode of Pivotal Change, host Ryan Conn explores how true leadership begins at home and scales into business success. Drawing from recent global travel, elite conferences, and conversations with high-net-worth leaders, Ryan breaks down how families can be structured like successful organizations to build clarity, discipline, and generational strength.

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Welcome to tonight's episode of Pivotal Change. I'm your host, Ryan Conn, and this is a show that is all about leadership, business executives, people that want to have influence or grow their influence, and anyone that is a leader invested in making people better or wants to find those one or two key points in their life where they can make their pivotal change to further their path to ...

In this inspiring episode of Pivotal Change, host Ryan Conn sits down with Adam Henry, Vice President of Amity Group, to explore how empathy, compassion, and a clear mission can redefine leadership and talent management. Drawing from his experience in hospice care, Adam shares how to build an authentic, purpose-driven culture where emotional connection and commitment replace burnout and ...

In this episode of Pivotal Change, host Ryan Conn takes a deep dive into how effective company culture is built — not just by words, but through systems of accountability, mentorship, and positive peer pressure. Learn how defining clear workflows, responsibilities, and standards prevents defaulting into stagnation or negativity. Discover strategies to elevate veteran team members into le...

In this episode of Pivotal Change, Ryan Conn explores the four essential phases to becoming elite — from mastering the basics to developing strategic, long-term thinking and achieving sustained excellence. Drawing parallels between wrestling, law enforcement, and business leadership, Ryan reveals how humility, repetition, and consistent habits build the foundation for high performance.

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In this thought-provoking episode of Pivotal Change, leadership expert Ryan Conn explores how to balance artificial intelligence with the human skills that truly inspire teams and transform organizations. Through practical insights and real-world examples, Kahn explains why empathy, authenticity, and emotional intelligence remain the core foundations of effective leadership—even in the d...

In this engaging episode of Pivotal Change, host Ryan Conn from CS Business Consulting takes listeners on a journey through his recent travels and the powerful lessons learned along the way. From networking with the USA World Team to connecting with diverse cultures and business leaders abroad, Ryan reveals how travel can shape your mindset, refine your leadership, and open doors to pers...

In this episode of Pivotal Change, host Ryan Conn from CS Business Consulting sits down with internationally acclaimed keynote speaker and executive branding expert Leslie Everett. Discover how to build a personal brand rooted in authenticity, close the gap between how you see yourself and how others perceive you, and strengthen your leadership reputation.

Leslie shares her proven strate...

In this inspiring episode of Pivotal Change (aired 08-28-2025), host Ryan Conn sits down with special guest Natalie to explore how families can create lasting impact by leading their homes with intention, purpose, and faith. Discover how successful families build “kingdoms” that thrive through strong values, love, and legacy.

From practical leadership habits to spiritual foundations, Nat...

In this Pivotal Change episode (aired August 14, 2025), host Ryan Conn sits down with Wayne Shelton, CPA at Shelton & Associates, to unpack the latest U.S. tax bill and its powerful implications for families and entrepreneurs. Discover how new measures like the Child Independent Care Credit and the groundbreaking “Trump Account” IRA could help parents build generational wealth — pote...

In this powerful episode of Pivotal Change (08-07-2025), host Ryan Conn sits down with Ryan Bates, a former Navy SEAL turned entrepreneur, to uncover how discipline, mindset, and family values create lasting success. Bates explains how mastering the basics, building passive income, and staying “comfortable being uncomfortable” can transform your life and business.

Learn the mindset that ...

In this Pivotal Change episode aired on July 31, 2025, host Ryan Conn introduces the Freedom 15, a powerful framework designed to help new and growing entrepreneurs build sustainable, scalable businesses. Learn the first key steps to achieving financial and time freedom — from identifying your best product or service and validating market demand to choosing the right business name and un...

Discover inspiring leadership insights from Darryl Steed, consultant at Smart Wolf Consulting, in this Pivotal Change episode aired on July 24, 2025. Learn how building trust through vulnerability, leading with authenticity, and embracing consistency can transform your business and personal growth. Darrel shares his real-world experiences in leadership development, explaining why giving ...