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Building Great People

Leadership is rarely neat, and the real lessons often come far from the pages of books or the walls of seminar rooms. Join us as we uncover stories of imperfection, problem-solving, and growth from leaders who’ve learned the hard way. Through candid conversations, we explore how mistakes can lead to breakthroughs, fostering stronger teams and better decision-making. This is leadership in the real world—unfiltered, unpolished, and full of valuable insights you can apply today.

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43:48

From Service to Strategy — How Leaders Develop and...

Building Great People ·

2025/11/24

Join us as Joe Shakeenab walks through the experiences and leaders who molded his character, mindset, and discipline. From Ranger School to Special Forces, Joe explains what true leadership looks like: presence, purpose, grit, and service.If you're looking to become a stronger leader or inspire the people around you, this episode will challenge and encourage you. 🎙️ 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, 𝘂𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱. 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆. Stay up to date with all things

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45:03

Purpose, Perseverance & Leadership — Inside the Lives...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of Building Great People, we sit down with The Press's Student Ambassadors — CiCi, Gage, and JT — who are also full time Austin Peay State University students, to talk about what it really means to grow as a leader. From managing a real investment portfolio to rediscovering purpose after setbacks, their stories reflect the power of faith, perseverance, and showing up every day with intention.You’ll hear real advice for students and professionals alike on balancing empathy with

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42:57

From Cleats to Careers — How Leaders Can Truly...

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2025/10/08

In this episode of Building Great People, we sit down with Reagan Prather, an experienced coach and adjunct faculty member at Austin Peay State University, who works with youth athletes and executive coaching students. She explains why sports are uniquely powerful for building character, how focusing on nurturing roots (skills, relationships, process) beats obsessing over wins, and how coaches and managers can help young people translate athletic lessons into careers and life.Expect practical

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35:56

From Idea to Action: Beating Analysis Paralysis &...

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2025/08/22

Dave Dessauer, Director of the Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at Austin Peay, joins Building Great People to unpack what new owners really face: fear, grit, accountability—and why starting small is often the smartest move. He explains TSBDC’s no-cost 1:1 advising and training, who qualifies, and the realistic timeline most businesses need to find traction.We also tackle analysis paralysis, realistic funding expectations, and why “freedom” in business isn’t what you

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45:05

Leading with Joy: Pamela Holz on Empathy, Growth, and...

Building Great People ·

2025/07/16

Pamela Holz, Executive Director of the Association for Corporate Growth Tennessee, doesn’t just walk into a room — she lights it up. But behind her joyful presence is a deep leadership philosophy built on connection, empathy, and the belief that everyone matters.In this heartfelt episode of Building Great People, Pamela reflects on her roots as a teacher, her love for people, and how she helps high-powered business leaders stay grounded in humanity. She and Rylan Kean dive into the power of

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42:17

When Plans Fail, Character Leads – Leadership Lessons...

Building Great People ·

2025/05/14

In this episode of Building Great People, we sit down with Mark Blaze—an accomplished Chief Revenue Officer known for driving sales, leading strategic initiatives, and building cultures that thrive. With decades of experience in market expansion, P&L management, and team leadership, Mark unpacks the personal side of executive leadership: staying calm in crisis, leading with empathy, and empowering others to grow.Whether you're scaling a business or leading a team, this conversation is packed

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48:20

Leadership Is a Skill — Here’s How to Train It Like a...

Building Great People ·

2025/04/24

Episode 3 of Building Great People features Nick Lavery — active-duty Green Beret, keynote speaker, coach, and CEO. A best-selling author and member of The Press, Nick shares a powerful story of grit, leadership, and resilience.With nearly 20 years in Special Forces, Nick offers deep insights on mission planning, problem-solving, and what it means to truly lead — at work and at home. He opens up about balancing military life with entrepreneurship, and why failure is often the best teacher. His

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43:29

Building Great People (2) - Emily Springer

Building Great People ·

2025/03/05

What if your biggest fear wasn’t failure—but never taking the leap at all?In this episode of Building Great People, we sit down with Emily, founder of Asulon Collective, Downtown Clarksville’s newest craft coffee shop. Emily’s journey is one of courage, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to serving people—one cup at a time. Growing up on a 125-acre hay farm in Florida, Emily learned the power of hospitality from her grandparents, whose door was always open to others. That foundation of

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43:24

Building Great People (1) - Leo Millan

Building Great People ·

2025/02/20

In the very first episode of Building Great People, host Rylan Kean sits down with none other than Leo Millan, a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Leo shares his journey—from overcoming challenges to building businesses and giving back through the Millan Foundation. His insights on leadership, faith, and service are ones you don’t want to miss.

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00:18

Ep. 0: Welcome to Building Great People

Building Great People ·

2025/02/03

Leadership - Redefined. Powered by The Press.

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