Go Beyond Podcast

In this episode of the Go Beyond Podcast, Charles Scott speaks with Brett Banchek, founder of Fenwick Partners, about helping family and founder led businesses increase their valuation and prepare for a successful exit. Brett explains why owners should treat valuation as a key business metric, reduce founder dependency, develop strong leadership teams, and view their company as an asset that can grow in value over time. He also shares lessons from his own leadership journey, including the importance of taking risks, maintaining physical health, and using meditation to manage pressure and create greater clarity.
This show is sponsored by The 90% Rule.If you're driven to achieve more but find yourself sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness along the way, The 90% Rule helps you redesign your life so that more than 90% of your finite time and energy is spent on work you're good at, enjoy, and find meaningful.It's a practical framework for avoiding the ambitious person's trap: sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being in pursuit of professional success. You'll walk away with a clearer way to prioritize what matters most, eliminate unnecessary commitments, and build a life that's both successful and sustainable.To find out more, go to http://www.executivementorcharlesscott.com

In this episode of the Go Beyond Podcast, Charles Scott speaks with Ahmet Can, Chief Financial Officer at Skift, about the leadership lessons he has gained from a diverse career spanning finance, operations, startups, and business growth. Ahmet shares why people are ultimately more important than numbers, emphasizing empathy, empowerment, persistence, setting ego aside, and creating an environment where employees can perform at their best. He also reflects on pushing beyond self imposed limits, the importance of listening as a leader, and his own challenge of balancing professional ambition with making time for his physical health and wellbeing.
This show is sponsored by The 90% Rule.If you're driven to achieve more but find yourself sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness along the way, The 90% Rule helps you redesign your life so that more than 90% of your finite time and energy is spent on work you're good at, enjoy, and find meaningful.It's a practical framework for avoiding the ambitious person's trap: sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being in pursuit of professional success. You'll walk away with a clearer way to prioritize what matters most, eliminate unnecessary commitments, and build a life that's both successful and sustainable.To find out more, go to http://www.executivementorcharlesscott.com

In this episode of the Go Beyond Podcast, Charles Scott speaks with Sonny Garg, author of Desi 2.0: My Family’s American Dream and the Cost of Never Being Enough, about redefining success and learning to pursue a life based on personal values rather than external expectations. Sonny draws on his experience across government, Fortune 100 leadership, technology, venture investing, and nonprofits to explore the importance of finding the right environment for your leadership style, treating people with compassion, and developing the confidence to trust yourself. He also reflects on escaping the ambitious person’s trap, prioritizing physical and emotional health, and exercising greater agency over how you spend your time, energy, and attention.
This show is sponsored by The 90% Rule.If you're driven to achieve more but find yourself sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness along the way, The 90% Rule helps you redesign your life so that more than 90% of your finite time and energy is spent on work you're good at, enjoy, and find meaningful.It's a practical framework for avoiding the ambitious person's trap: sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being in pursuit of professional success. You'll walk away with a clearer way to prioritize what matters most, eliminate unnecessary commitments, and build a life that's both successful and sustainable.To find out more, go to http://www.executivementorcharlesscott.com

In this episode of the Go Beyond Podcast, Charles Scott speaks with Wade Mitzel, CEO of UofL Physicians, about leadership, service, resilience, and the responsibility of making a meaningful impact on others. Wade shares how early experiences in emergency response shaped his belief in putting people first, while discussing the importance of listening, gratitude, discipline, and creating a clear vision that employees can rally behind. He also explains how protecting time for health and family, staying present, and consistently recognizing the contributions of others have helped him navigate the pressures of senior leadership.
This show is sponsored by The 90% Rule.If you're driven to achieve more but find yourself sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness along the way, The 90% Rule helps you redesign your life so that more than 90% of your finite time and energy is spent on work you're good at, enjoy, and find meaningful.It's a practical framework for avoiding the ambitious person's trap: sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being in pursuit of professional success. You'll walk away with a clearer way to prioritize what matters most, eliminate unnecessary commitments, and build a life that's both successful and sustainable.To find out more, go to http://www.executivementorcharlesscott.com

In this episode of the Go Beyond Podcast, Charles Scott speaks with Adam Spector, founder and CEO of Chore, about entrepreneurship, ambition, and helping business owners focus their time and energy on the work they do best. Adam explains why founders should delegate or automate administrative responsibilities, discusses the role of obsession in achieving ambitious goals, and shares how he has learned to balance professional drive with a sense of contentment. He also explores the importance of optimizing physical health, family time, and daily routines while creating a life that supports sustainable success both personally and professionally.
This show is sponsored by The 90% Rule.If you're driven to achieve more but find yourself sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness along the way, The 90% Rule helps you redesign your life so that more than 90% of your finite time and energy is spent on work you're good at, enjoy, and find meaningful.It's a practical framework for avoiding the ambitious person's trap: sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being in pursuit of professional success. You'll walk away with a clearer way to prioritize what matters most, eliminate unnecessary commitments, and build a life that's both successful and sustainable.To find out more, go to http://www.executivementorcharlesscott.com

In this episode of the Go Beyond Podcast, Charles Scott speaks with Sapan Bafna, CEO of Outamation and OncoSpark, about using technology and AI-led automation to solve complex challenges across the mortgage, legal, and healthcare industries. Sapan shares how his leadership has evolved from driving everything himself to becoming more of a coach, empowering talented people while focusing his own attention on strategy, relationships, and sustainable growth. He also discusses responsible AI adoption, maintaining human judgment in critical decisions, and the routines and perspective that help him balance professional ambition with his physical health, emotional wellbeing, and family life.
This show is sponsored by The 90% Rule.If you're driven to achieve more but find yourself sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness along the way, The 90% Rule helps you redesign your life so that more than 90% of your finite time and energy is spent on work you're good at, enjoy, and find meaningful.It's a practical framework for avoiding the ambitious person's trap: sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being in pursuit of professional success. You'll walk away with a clearer way to prioritize what matters most, eliminate unnecessary commitments, and build a life that's both successful and sustainable.To find out more, go to http://www.executivementorcharlesscott.com

In this episode of the Go Beyond Podcast, Charles Scott speaks with Billy Banks, owner and president of General Machine, about transforming a traditional precision manufacturing business through technology, stronger processes, and business model innovation. Billy shares lessons from 25 years of entrepreneurship, including why focus, humility, vulnerability, empowering great people, and creating a culture where mistakes can be addressed openly are essential for sustainable success. He also reflects on navigating major business setbacks, intentionally slowing down after selling his previous company, and protecting his physical and emotional wellbeing by making time for exercise, reflection, creativity, and recovery.
This show is sponsored by The 90% Rule.If you're driven to achieve more but find yourself sacrificing your health, relationships, or happiness along the way, The 90% Rule helps you redesign your life so that more than 90% of your finite time and energy is spent on work you're good at, enjoy, and find meaningful.It's a practical framework for avoiding the ambitious person's trap: sacrificing your physical and emotional well-being in pursuit of professional success. You'll walk away with a clearer way to prioritize what matters most, eliminate unnecessary commitments, and build a life that's both successful and sustainable.To find out more, go to http://www.executivementorcharlesscott.com