The We Attitude Podcast

Why Great Companies Fail | Greg Hard on Leadership & Culture

Why do some companies thrive for years — only to suddenly collapse? In this episode of the We Attitude Podcast, David sits down with Greg Hard, a hospitality and restaurant leader who has helped lead and grow companies like Hard Rock Cafe, Lone Star Steakhouse, Joey B’s, and multiple independent restaurant concepts. Greg shares his journey from struggling academically with dyslexia to becoming one of the youngest Hard Rock general managers in the country. Along the way, he witnessed firsthand how powerful culture, onboarding, systems, and leadership can transform a business — and how quickly profit-first thinking can destroy one. This conversation dives into: Leadership and accountability Building high-performance teams Why company culture matters The rise and fall of businesses Restaurant industry realities Burnout and work ethic Systems and repeatable processes Why human connection matters more than ever If you lead a business, manage a team, own a restaurant, work in hospitality, or want to better understand leadership and culture, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and real-world experience. Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, business, mindset, and growth. 00:00 Intro 00:27 Meet Greg Hard 01:27 Finding Purpose Through Restaurants 02:32 Leadership Lessons from Lone Star 04:33 Watching a Great Company Collapse 06:03 Building a Winning Culture 08:04 Toxic Leadership & Company Decline 09:25 Hard Rock Cafe & Leadership Growth 10:27 Why Most People Never Implement 11:45 Getting the Right People on the Bus 13:13 What Real Leadership Actually Means 14:27 The Story Behind Hard Rock Cafe 16:03 Why Culture Must Come First 17:01 The Power of Great Onboarding 18:18 Outworking Everyone Around You 19:28 Restaurants vs “Real Jobs” 21:03 Why Restaurant People Think Differently 22:20 Restaurants as Community Builders 24:47 Leaving Hard Rock & Starting Over 26:08 Lessons from Construction & Ownership 27:18 Covid’s Impact on Restaurants 28:00 Partnerships, Profit & Consulting

The Secret to Growth: Taking Care of Your Team

What if the key to growing your business wasn’t working harder, but learning how to let go? In this episode of the We Attitude Podcast, David Brosseau sits down with longtime friend and business owner Scott to unpack what it really takes to build something that lasts. From a CPA buying an auto shop with zero mechanical experience to building a business that services over 1,000 cars a month, this conversation is packed with real lessons on leadership, trust, and getting out of your own way. They dive into why most entrepreneurs hit a ceiling, how culture beats competition, and why taking care of your people might be the most profitable decision you can make. If you’re building a business, leading a team, or trying to grow without burning out, this one hits. What you will learn  - Why you don’t need to be the expert to build a successful business  - The real reason most people never scale  - How to create a culture people never want to leave  - Why working more hours is not the answer to growth  - The power of trust, transparency, and long-term thinking  - How to balance business success with real life Big takeaway  You are not in the business you think you are.  You are in the people business—everything else is just the product. If this resonated, drop a comment.  What is one thing you’re holding onto that you know you should delegate? #businesspodcast #entrepreneurship #leadership #smallbusiness #realestate #mindset #growth #weattitude Chapters 00:00 Intro and how they met 00:04 The unexpected you need new tires moment 01:52 Scott’s story from CPA roots to auto shop legacy 02:39 You are in the people business 03:29 Why you cannot do it alone 04:52 Building a business without technical expertise 06:04 Surrounding yourself with the right people 09:25 Hiring and retaining great talent 10:34 Building a culture people stay for 12:19 Why they chose not to work weekends 13:25 The trade offs of ownership 14:48 Competing without working more hours 15:12 Integrity and trust in business 17:23 Creating a customer experience people remember 19:24 Building a reputation in your community 20:23 Generational clients and long term relationships 22:19 Prioritizing people over profit 22:44 Why more volume is not always better 25:15 Building a team that stays for decades 26:41 Leadership roles and structure 28:27 Getting out of your own way 29:22 Still learning after 35 years 30:17 Adapting to change in business 31:47 Closing thoughts

Say Yes to the Conversation: It Might Change Everything

What if the biggest opportunities in your life are the ones you’re currently saying no to? In this episode of the We Attitude Podcast, David sits down with Dawn Krause to unpack a journey that started out of pure necessity—raising three kids under two—and turned into building businesses, leading multiple market centers, and impacting thousands of lives. But this isn’t just a real estate story… This is about: *  The power of saying yes to the right conversations *  Why most people stay stuck (and don’t even realize it)  *  How to shift from doing everything to building through others  *  And the hard leadership lessons no one talks about  From personal adversity to business breakthroughs, this conversation is packed with real, raw moments and practical takeaways you can apply immediately. If you’ve been playing it safe… this might be the conversation you need to hear.  KEY TAKEAWAYS *  Why saying yes to the right conversations can change everything  *  The difference between having a job vs becoming a business owner  *  How partnerships actually work (and why most fail)  *  The hidden danger of being “too successful” too early  *  Why feedback is the fastest path to growth  WHO THIS IS FOR *  Real estate agents looking to grow or scale  *  Entrepreneurs stuck in the “doing everything” phase  *  Leaders building teams or partnerships  *  Anyone feeling like they’re capable of more  CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: The Power of “We Attitude”  00:20 – From Therapist to Real Estate (Unexpected Start)  01:20 – 3 Kids Under 2… The Turning Point  02:10 – From Sales to Leadership & Building Market Centers  04:00 – The Shift From Hustling to Building a Real Business  05:30 – Why You Should Be the “Dumbest Person in the Room”  07:00 – Transferable Skills That Create Massive Success  10:00 – Scaling Impact: From 100 Clients to Thousands  11:45 – The Reality of Balance (And the Truth No One Says)  12:30 – Raising Kids With Autism & Perspective Shift  15:00 – Why Helping Others Changes Everything  16:20 – Say Yes to the Conversation (Game-Changing Principle)  17:30 – Stop Listening to the Wrong People  18:00 – “God Winks” & Recognizing Opportunity  20:30 – Growth in the Last 5 Years (What Actually Worked)  21:30 – Why Most Partnerships Fail (And How to Win)  23:00 – The Rule That Saved Their Partnership  24:30 – Hard Conversations & Radical Honesty  26:45 – How to Ask for (and Handle) Feedback  28:30 – Advice to Younger Self: Stop Chasing Outcomes  31:00 – Why Process > Results Every Time  32:30 – Final Advice: Stay Humble

Eliminate the Noise: This Is What Actually Matters

The real estate industry is louder than ever right now. New partnerships. New platforms. Endless opinions.  And if you’re not careful… all that noise will distract you from the one thing that actually matters. In this episode of the We Attitude Podcast, David breaks down what’s really going on—and more importantly, what you should be focusing on instead. Because at the end of the day, success isn’t about reacting to every headline… it’s about controlling what you can, staying disciplined, and helping your clients make the best decisions possible. There’s always a cost.  You either pay with discipline now… or regret later. If you’ve been feeling distracted, stuck, or overwhelmed by everything happening in the market—this one is for you. In this episode: *  What all the recent industry changes actually mean  *  Why “noise” is the biggest threat to your growth  *  The importance of disclosure and guiding your clients  *  Discipline vs. regret (and the cost of both)  *  How to refocus on what truly moves your business forward  Subscribe for more conversations on growth, leadership, and real estate:

From Rock Band to Real Estate: The Mindset That Changed Everything

What does a rock band have to do with real estate success? Everything. In this episode of the We Attitude Podcast, David sits down with Jeremy Barrett to break down a journey that most agents would never expect—from playing in bands across the country to building a real estate business and leading at a high level. But this isn’t just a story… This is about discipline, repetition, teamwork, and the truth most people avoid:  You don’t succeed alone. If you’re a real estate agent, entrepreneur, or someone chasing growth, this conversation will challenge how you think about practice, consistency, and what it actually takes to win long-term. In this episode, you’ll learn: * Why practicing hundreds of times is the real path to mastery * The mindset shift from “me” to “we” that changes everything * How failure, uncertainty, and risk shape long-term success * Why top producers need systems, not just hustle * How Jeremy went from musician to server to entrepreneur to team leader Key takeaway:  You can go fast alone…  But if you want to go far, you go with others. If this hit you, comment “WE” below and let us know what stood out. 0:00 – The “We Attitude” That Changes Everything  0:47 – Meet Jeremy Barrett (From Music to Real Estate)  1:42 – The Motorcycle Trip That Started It All  2:56 – Joining a Band (And Learning to Bet on Yourself)  4:51 – Life on the Road & Early Success  6:09 – Playing Shows, Day Jobs, and the Grind  7:33 – Why Practice Matters More Than Talent  9:16 – 1,000 Reps for One Song (The Discipline Nobody Sees)  10:50 – From Music to Marriage to St. Louis  11:08 – Lessons That Still Drive Success Today  12:30 – The Power of Team & Shared Struggle  14:38 – Discovering Real Estate (The Turning Point)  16:26 – Early Wins & Building Momentum  17:24 – Burnout, Growth, and Finding Systems  18:10 – The Leadership Shift That Changed Everything  20:24 – Pushing Your Limits & Growing Others  21:00 – Balancing Family, Business, and Growth  22:36 – Translating Music & Service Into Real Estate Success  24:17 – Why Musicians (and Athletes) Win in Business  26:20 – Final Thoughts: The Power of “We”