Episode 329

How SEED Crystals Create Gravity

Takeaways

  • Your founding team needs to include seed crystals, great people who bring in great people.
  • Seed crystals create a gravitational force that attracts others.
  • Great people must be in the right environment to shine.
  • Founding teams should focus on dynamic individuals, not just any employees.
  • Seed crystals amplify each other's strengths and success.
  • Identifying seed crystals is crucial for organizational growth.
  • Replace weak links with seed crystals to enhance team performance.
  • Successful individuals often gravitate towards successful teams.
  • A supportive culture is essential for seed crystals to thrive.
  • Leadership involves empowering others to take initiative.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 Introduction to Seed Crystals

03:07 Understanding Seed Crystals in Leadership

05:56 The Importance of a Founding Team

09:04 Identifying and Cultivating Seed Crystals

12:05 Strategies for Integrating Seed Crystals

14:50 Conclusion and Future Insights


About the Podcast

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About your host

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Travis Maus

Travis Maus is the Chief Executive Officer of S.E.E.D. Planning Group is a fee-only financial planning firm with over 30 employees and locations in New York and Tennessee.

He hosts Unleashing Leadership and co-hosts the award-winning Ditch the Suits Podcast. Ditch the Suits aim is to help listeners get the most from their money and lives.

He is passionate, unfiltered, and committed to building great businesses.