Ep229 Exponential Growth with John Hittler

The Silicon Valley Podcast

Guest: John Hittler | LinkedIn

Overview: In this episode, we dive deep into the extraordinary journey of John Hittler, a CEO Trusted Advisor, 9-time Founder and CEO, funding source, author, TEDx speaker, and father of seven. John shares his wealth of experience, insights into leadership, and strategies for balancing a demanding career with personal life.

Discussion Points:

1. Career History

• John provides an overview of his career path, highlighting key milestones and achievements.

Time Management

• As a busy professional with multiple roles, John discusses how he efficiently manages his time and responsibilities.

Overcoming Challenges

• John shares notable challenges and setbacks he has faced in his career and the strategies he used to overcome them.

Entrepreneurial Stories

• Reflecting on the companies he has started, John recounts some memorable experiences and lessons learned.

Evoking Genius

• John explains his motivation for founding Evoking Genius after successfully starting nine other companies.

Methodologies and Frameworks

• Insight into the specific methodologies or frameworks John utilizes with his clients to drive success.

Qualities of Successful Leaders

• Discussing the key characteristics that differentiate elite leaders from the average person and what makes them successful.

Initial Client Sessions

• What a first session with John looks like and how he sets the stage for productive coaching relationships.

Leveraging Strengths and Talents

• John's approach to identifying and leveraging unique strengths and talents within an organization.

Finding Balance and Avoiding Burnout

• Strategies for supporting leaders in maintaining balance and preventing burnout in high-pressure environments.

Client Success Stories

• Anonymous success stories showcasing how John has helped clients achieve their goals.

Continuous Learning

• How John stays informed and ensures his insights and strategies remain relevant in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Cultivating Innovation and Creativity

• Advice for aspiring leaders or entrepreneurs on fostering innovation and creativity within their teams.

Common Challenges and Misconceptions

• Addressing common challenges and misconceptions encountered when working with organizations and how John handles them.

Misconceptions about CEOs

• Exploring common misconceptions people have about CEOs and the realities of their roles.

Connect with John Hittler

• Information on how to learn more about John and his current projects, along with contact details for further engagement.