Episode 7: Don’t Wait for Change—Lead It with Jody Carney

Episode 7: Don’t Wait for Change—Lead It with Jody Carney

What happens when you stop asking “why is this happening?”and start asking “what can I do about it?” In this episode of Bank Shot, Chad Hoffman sits down withPlain City Mayor Jody Carney to explore what leadership really looks like in action. From stepping into public service as a stay-at-home mom to leading her community through the uncertainty of COVID, Jody shares how real leadership isn’t about titles or tenure—it’s about willingness. You’ll hear how: * Getting involved beats sitting on the sidelines every time * Leadership roles should go to those ready to serve -- not just those who've been around the longest * Small, intentional moments can rebuild connection during divided times * Face-to-face relationships still matter more than anything happening online * Building your network early can shape opportunities for years to come This conversation is a powerful reminder that leadershipisn’t reserved for a select few—it’s available to anyone willing to step up and make a difference.

Episode 6: Growth, Discipline & Building What Lasts with Mike Minnich

In this episode of Bank Shot, Chad Hoffman sits down with Mike Minnich to talk about what it really takes to grow a business without losing focus. From managing complexity to building simple, scalable systems, Mike shares practical insights on discipline, leadership, and creating something that lasts. It’s a conversation about staying grounded, leading with intention, and learning how to scale—both your business and yourself as a leader.

Episode 5: Mindset, No Excuses & Second Chances with Maurice Clarett

In this episode of Bank Shot, Chad Hoffman sits downwith Ohio State national champion Maurice Clarett for a powerful conversation about mindset, leadership, and second chances. Maurice shares how reading and personal development transformed his life, why “no excuses” is essential to building winning cultures, and how mental health became the foundation of his success in business and service. From entrepreneurship to mentoring young athletes, Mauriceoffers real-world perspective on accountability, growth, and creating environments where the best ideas win. This episode is *less about football and more about resilience, ownership, and the daily habits that shape strong leaders and thriving communities.   *Less football. But not zero football. You get it.

Episode 4: Creating Moments That Bring People Back with Dean Blair

In this episode of Bank Shot, Chad Hoffman sits down with Dean Blair, Executive Director of the Clark County Fairgrounds, for an engaging conversation about leadership, sales, and the power of experience. Dean shares his perspective on why creating the right moments matters, how doing the right thing and having fun at work shape lasting relationships, and what it looks like to lead in a way that allows teams to thrive without constant oversight. Filled with humor and real-world reflections, this episode is less about step-by-step strategies and more about the mindset behind work people enjoy—and experiences people want to return to.

Episode 3: Positive Energy and Teaching Great Service with Rob Leeds

Leaders miss more shots than they make—and that’s okay. Onthis episode of Bank Shot, Richwood Bank CEO Chad Hoffman talks with Rob Leeds, owner of Leeds Farm and educator with OSU Extension, about leading with energy, humility, and curiosity. Rob shares how he intentionally drives positive energy,empowers employees to make decisions (and mistakes), and uses simple tools—like daily “service tokens”—to create memorable customer moments. Chad and Rob also pull in lessons from Disney and Ritz-Carlton on training frontline staff and keeping “backstage” attitudes offstage. If you’re building a team, serving customers, or trying to grow as a leader, this conversation will give you practical ideas you can bank on.