The Power of Synthetic Imagination

Episode 33 Chris DuBois
Ep. 33:
The Power of Synthetic Imagination

When it’s your business, it can sometimes feel like you’re carrying the entire operation on your shoulders. In this episode, Chris DuBois, an expert in leadership and entrepreneurship, tackles the myth that entrepreneurs need to do it themself or it won’t get done right. Chris advises embracing delegation and building trust in your team as the way to unlock the full potential of your business.

He introduces the concept of gradual authority – empowering team members step by step to reduce your workload and help your business scale. Chris also emphasizes the balance between what you’re good at and what you love to do. By understanding opportunity costs, you can delegate effectively and free up time for high-impact areas.

He tells us how personal hobbies aren’t just for fun, but they can stimulate your creative imagination, leading to innovative solutions for your business. Chris’ insights will empower you towards entrepreneurial success and propel your business to new heights.

Episode Highlights:

[01:37] Breaking entrepreneur myths with Chris DuBois.

[05:01] Why trying to do it all yourself as an entrepreneur is problematic.

[08:11] The concept of “gradual authority” and how it can help scale your business.

[12:27] Balancing what you’re good at with what you love. An opportunity cost mindset.

[16:33] How your hobbies can stimulate creative solutions for your business.

[19:55] Connecting with Chris for more wisdom on leadership and entrepreneurship.

[22:11] Chris’s insights to help you delegate, free up time, and reach new heights.

Connect with Chris DuBois:

Website: https://www.leadingforeffect.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherrdubois/

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About the Host

Ryan Englin is passionate about supporting blue collar companies to build amazingly productive companies by hiring the right people. Growing up, he saw his own father working 12-hour shifts and weekends as an owner/operator, witnessing firsthand the struggles that these companies have in hiring quality frontline employees.

His company, Core Matters, provides coaching and training on attracting, hiring, and retaining rock star employees. Using his proven process, the Core Fit Blueprint, small and midsize businesses learn how to fix their people problems.

- Ryan Englin | CEO

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