Life comes at you fast -- Fortitude, family, faith, & purpose

Qualities of leadership and managing 100s of alphas

On the latest episode of The Leadership Room, former Missouri Speaker of the House, and the only woman to ever be in that role in Missouri's history, Catherine Hanaway talks about leadership qualities that made her such an inspiring leader and helps her manage a nationwide office of 100s of lawyers. From humility and her family story, she dives into some of the first principles she holds for being an effective leader. This was a fun conversation for me. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@travisfitzwater Find The Leadership Room on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leadership-room-with-travis-fitzwater/id1700291004 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/21MiPH3SsO0ZPkWNLvvBLMFind Travis on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisfitzwaterTwitter: https://www.x.com/travisfitzwaterRead our Newsletter -- https://kardiamedia.beehiiv.com/ The products Travis uses for his podcast studio: https://www.amazon.com/shop/travisfitzwater

Endeavors with a multi-exit entrepreneur, newsletter builder, and triathlete

Jeff Matlow jumped on The Leadership Room podcast to talk about all his endeavors as a leader, coach, athlete, aspiring writer, business seller, and so much more. He is a wealth of knowledge and passion, a man who has spent his career going after the big opportunities in front of him. Enjoy this conversation with an inspiring entrepreneur! Jeff Matlow: https://www.bytitleonly.com/ Jeff Matlow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffmatlow/ Find The Leadership Room on: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leadership-room-with-travis-fitzwater/id1700291004 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/21MiPH3SsO0ZPkWNLvvBLM Find Travis on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisfitzwater Twitter: https://www.x.com/travisfitzwater Read our Newsletter -- https://kardiamedia.beehiiv.com/

Building America's most generous real estate company

Micah Lacher joins The Leadership Room to talk about his generosity born out of the kindness he received as a child when his own family dealt with hard times. He discusses: 1. The best mindset to succeed in real estate2. His experience with short term rentals3. Buying properties for hospitality and giving away all the profits4. What it takes to buy churches for boutique hotels5. Building a company culture around mission6. How he and his wife focus on living a purposeful life7. How giving provides deeper blessings8. Letting kids struggle Enjoy the episode! SHOW NOTES: Anchor Investments: https://www.anchorinv.com Micah Lacher on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-lacher-1366151/ Book: Halftime: Moving From Success to Significance by Bob Buford -- https://www.amazon.com/Halftime-Bob-Buford-audiobook/dp/B001NDD8NY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34Q47XWTZ5AJL&keywords=halftime+book+by+bob+buford&qid=1696870080&sprefix=halftime+book%2Caps%2C150&sr=8-1 TIMESTAMPS: [00:00:01] God and halftime program lead to purpose. Generosity from childhood inspires business impact. [00:03:38] Learning business, catching up, investing opportunities arise. Boss discourages notion that money is required. [00:07:37] Bob's impact was profound, but he passed. However, Anchor thrived due to favorable circumstances. The financial crisis was challenging but persevered. [00:10:02] Business success led to philanthropy [00:15:47] Dealing with loss while becoming a dad. [00:16:32] Consider selling business for new life options. [00:20:10] Repurposing churches as boutique hotels supports ministry. [00:24:47] Congregation sells, excited for charity, helping others. [00:31:36] Homelessness and affordability crisis. [00:34:05] Reinvest and give back to business and team. [00:37:52] Pressure of business, spouse's support matters. [00:39:27] Wife trusts husband to make charitable decisions. [00:44:59] Fun, work, grandparent; proud, blessed, hard upbringing. [00:47:32] Concerning hustle success, kids' lack of adversity. [00:48:36] Teaching kids: struggle builds character. LINKS: Subscribe to our channel -- @TravisFitzwater LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisfitzwater Twitter -- https://www.twitter.com/travisfitzwater Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/travisfitzwater Sign Up for our Newsletter -- https://kardiamedia.beehiiv.com/

Life comes at you fast -- Fortitude, family, faith, & purpose

Scott Fitzpatrick tells his compelling story of building a business, getting married, starting a family and hardships with children, running for office, writing $28+ billion state budgets, and his love for football.  1. Starting his company in high school 2. Barely keeping his business afloat during the 2008 Great Recession  3. Pressure of keeping 20 employees on payroll while building a business in college 4. Twin sons health issues and developmental disabilities 5. Faith in the fire while building a strong marriage 6. Running for office because frustration with the bureaucracy 7. Leading state budgets in Missouri as House Budget Chair/Vice Chair 8. The budding romance of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift and his love for the Chiefs.  Subscribe to our channel --  @TravisFitzwater   LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisfitzwater Twitter -- https://www.twitter.com/travisfitzwater Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/travisfitzwater Sign Up for our Newsletter -- https://kardiamedia.beehiiv.com/

11 Lessons Learned From My Grandma's Incredible Life

I took a week off of podcast interviews to highlight the life of my grandmother, Doris Mae Fitzwater, who recently passed away. She was an incredible lady and lived a life full of hard work, love, and family. In this video, I highlight 11 important lessons from her life. We love you, Grandma! Subscribe to our channel -- https://www.youtube.com/@travisfitzwater LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisfitzwater Twitter -- https://www.twitter.com/travisfitzwater Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/travisfitzwater Sign Up for our Newsletter -- https://kardiamedia.beehiiv.com/ TIMESTAMPS: 1:14 — Happiness is a choice 1:53 — Kindness goes a long way 2:20 — Being present 3:00 — Kids are a blessing 3:25 — Never too old to play 3:45 — Work hard always 4:20 — Go on adventures 4:55 — Don’t let anyone tell you you can’t do it 5:28 — Love your family irrationally 6:45 — Don’t tell Grandpa “No” 7:20 — Love unconditionally 8:20 — My wife and grandma’s relationship 9:15 — “The Next Adventure” 10:15 — We love you, Grandma