Hiring leaders can break a small business. In this episode of Mind Over Masculinity, host Yusuf speaks with Rich Ashton about why “good employees” struggle after promotion and why outside hires often fail the culture test.
This episode is for small business owners, managers, and high performers stepping into leadership who want a clear, practical way to lead without burning out the team or themselves.
About the Guest:
Rich Ashton spent 45 years acquiring, turning around, operating, and selling small businesses. He built an internal leadership training program and authored Growing Your Own to help small businesses develop leaders from within.
Key Takeaways:
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Small business leadership requires balancing many roles, not just one specialty.
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Culture-fit issues with outside hires are often hard to fix.
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Promote for values and growth mindset, not pedigree.
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Define leadership as influence built through accountability and connection.
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Make “extreme ownership” your default: everything is your responsibility as a leader.
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Go deeper than small talk to connect with employees and drive outcomes.
How to Connect With the Guest:
Website and course info: https://www.growingyourown.net/
Email: rich@growingyourown.net
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