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March 17, 2025 • 25 mins

What keeps a logistics company thriving for nearly six decades?

Plenty of companies throw around words like trust and transparency, but few actually walk the talk. Even fewer know how to turn these values into a competitive edge.

In this episode, Paul shares what most leaders overlook when it comes to building a resilient, high-performing organization—whether you're leading a logistics team, navigating an acquisition, or thinking about long-term growth.

🎙️ Inside this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ Why trust is a competitive advantage—and how to build it at every level of your organization ✅ The art of straight talk—how honesty (done right) fuels accountability and better decisions ✅ Acquisitions: Make or break? The hidden factor that determines if an acquisition will soar or sink ✅ Beyond growth: The long-term playbook—why sustainable success is about more than just expansion ✅ Career velocity vs. career mastery—why ambitious professionals should slow down to speed up

Whether you're a seasoned executive or a rising star in logistics, this episode is packed with real-world leadership lessons that will challenge the way you think about trust, growth, and success.

Timestamps

[07:00] The technology shift that will make or break logistics companies [12:30] Why acquisitions are the key to long-term industry dominance [18:00] How Paul’s leadership philosophy is driving billion-dollar success [23:00] The unexpected risk that could crash the industry overnight [27:30] What supply chain leaders must do now to prepare for future disruptions [34:00] The AI and automation revolution—Paul’s game-changing perspective [40:00] The number one leadership trait every great executive needs

Show Notes

WSI Website: wsinc.com Paul Simmons on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paul-simmons-4674428 The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni: Link Jim Weaver on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jim-weaver-36457418 The ĹŚnin Group: oningroup.com/clients Real Leadership Podcast: realleadership.oningroup.com

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