DiscoverSuccession Stories220: Steep Learning Curves, Brandon Stanchock - The Entrepreneur Gene Series
220: Steep Learning Curves, Brandon Stanchock - The Entrepreneur Gene Series

220: Steep Learning Curves, Brandon Stanchock - The Entrepreneur Gene Series

Update: 2025-10-19
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Host Laurie Barkman welcomes Brandon Stanchock, CEO of SWF Industrial Inc. Brandon discusses his journey to take the helm of a family business. He emphasizes the importance of leadership, employee development, and implementing innovative collaboration strategies in the industrial sector. The conversation also highlights Brandon's commitment to providing support for employees and internal promotion programs. Brandon shares how his personal interests in travel, gaming, and podcasting align with his broader mission to help people reach their full potential both inside and outside the workplace.

Takeaways:

  • Embrace the entrepreneurial gene. Leadership, innovation, and employee development are key traits for entrepreneurial success.

  • Navigating leadership challenges. Leading a family business requires adaptability and a focus on collaboration to drive growth.

  • Support employee growth. Providing support and promoting from within strengthens company culture and fosters employee loyalty.

  • Focus on performance management and succession planning. Proper planning ensures long-term success for both leadership and employees.

  • Align personal passions with business goals. Staying connected to passions like travel, gaming, and podcasting helps balance professional and personal growth.

 

Quote of the Show:

  • " Give yourself some grace, give yourself some time." - Brandon Stanchock

 

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220: Steep Learning Curves, Brandon Stanchock - The Entrepreneur Gene Series

220: Steep Learning Curves, Brandon Stanchock - The Entrepreneur Gene Series

Laurie Barkman