From Sore Hooves to Pajama Chores—and a Great Conversation with Cindy Steel

S2 Episode 7: Conflict Styles: Learning When to Fight, Pause, Mediate, or Walk Away

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Barn to Boardroom, Cory and Camille take a humorous but thoughtful look at conflict and how people naturally respond under pressure. Using Amanda Ripley’s The Conflict Playbook as a jumping-off point, they unpack four conflict styles: the avoider, the mediator, the fighter, and the conflict entrepreneur. Through personal stories, marriage banter, workplace examples, and even a city bus conflict lesson, they explore how recognizing your default response can help you de-escalate tension, listen better, and choose the right approach for the moment.

S2 Episode 6: Relentless Positivity: From College Athletics to Capital Markets with Josh Rebholz

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] Cory and Camille welcome Josh Rebholz, former UCLA athletics executive and current real estate capital markets leader, for a high-energy conversation about leadership, reinvention, and choosing positivity when life and work get hard. Josh shares lessons from more than two decades in college athletics, his transition into real estate, and why attitude, effort, relationships, and relentless follow-through still matter in every arena—from the barn to the boardroom.

S2 Episode 5: The Monkey, The Moment, and the Mindset That Changes Outcomes

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] What do a cruise, a rodeo cowboy, and a monkey have in common?  More than you’d think. In this episode, Cory and Camille of True Grit Edge share one of the most unforgettable moments from their trip—yes, it involves a monkey—and how it perfectly illustrates a principle that can change the way you handle everything in life: E + R = O (Event + Response = Outcome). You can’t control what happens to you.  But you always control how you respond. Through humor, real-life stories, and honest conversation, Cory and Camille break down: *  Why your first reaction isn’t always your best one  *  How to pause and “run your R” instead of reacting  *  The importance of knowing your non-negotiables  *  Why being kind matters more than just being “nice”  *  How your response shapes not just outcomes—but who you become  At True Grit Edge, this concept is at the core of how you lead, live, and show up under pressure. Because whether it’s a tough conversation, a stressful moment, or something completely unexpected…  the outcome is still yours to influence. 🎧 Real, relatable, and packed with perspective you can use immediately—this is one you won’t forget.

S2 E4: What a Cranky Cow Taught Us About Reframing with Leadership and Reframing Expert David Woods

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Barn to Boardroom, Cory and Camille of True Grit Edge sit down with David Woods, founder and chairman of Magellan Executive Partners, to unpack one of the most powerful mindset shifts in leadership: reframing. From being voted the shyest kid in school to becoming a trusted advisor to executives and leaders, David shares how changing the story he told himself transformed his confidence, leadership, and impact. Together, Cory, Camille, and David explore: *  Why 90% of your happiness is shaped by your interpretation—not your circumstances *  How to shift from “I have to” → “I get to” *  The power of listening—and knowing when to pause instead of react  *  How creativity occurs on the backside of “no” *  And how reframing can reduce stress, build stronger teams, and transform your perspective  Because the difference between frustration and growth…  is often just how you choose to see it. 🎧 Insightful, practical, and packed with real leadership wisdom—this episode will challenge the way you think.

S2 Episode 3:The Standard Is the Standard with Jade Vecchio

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2454542/fan_mail/new] Everyone assumes Camille is the tightly wound planner who needs the full game plan… and that Cory just shows up for the party. They’d be wrong. In this episode of Barn to Boardroom, the roles get flipped. Cory owns being the structured, standards-driven planner, while Camille surprises everyone with her more laid-back, let-it-unfold approach. Then Jade Vecchio joins the conversation — and brings clarity. We dive into: * Why standards are the true separator in today’s business world * The pillars he built his company on * Why lowering the bar is never the move * The influence of discipline, grit, and a little Tiger Style mentality Jade also answers a powerful question:  What’s the most important thing people should know about you? His answer might surprise you — and it says everything about how he leads and lives. And because this is Barn to Boardroom… we even get into Jade’s musician background and the fact that he can play “Big Iron” by Marty Robbins on the fly — which feels especially fitting here at Big Iron Ranch. From “chores got done” to building something that lasts, this episode is about identity, discipline, and refusing to lower your standards — even when the world does. Because when the bar drops… the ones who refuse to drop theirs stand out.