Grit and Growth - Pete Nelson - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #076
Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is an inspiring pioneer and ultrarunner! Introducing Pete Nelson, Founder of SISU Lifestyle & Hell on Hogsback. They discuss Pete's journey into endurance sports, the importance of teamwork in ultra-running, and how these principles translate into his business ventures. Pete also shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey with Sisu Lifestyle, the development process of their products, and the emotional highs and lows of building a startup.
Takeaways:
- Build strong relationships to endure personal and professional challenges. Foster teamwork and mutual support within your teams.
- Actively listen to customer feedback and incorporate it into product development. Regularly seek and implement customer insights for improved solutions.
- Prioritize family and personal well-being. Establish boundaries and time blocks to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
- Prioritize family and personal well-being. Establish boundaries and time blocks to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
- Embrace flexibility in plans and be prepared for unexpected changes. Use these moments as opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Delegate tasks effectively to free up time for strategic planning and high-impact activities. Trust your team with responsibilities.
- Conduct thorough post-action reviews to learn from successes and failures. Reflect on what went well and identify areas for improvement to enhance future performance
Quote of the Show:
- "Oftentimes when our plans go off script is when our best stories come about." - Pete Nelson
Links:
- Petes’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-nelson-ii/
- SISU’s Website: https://sisulifestyle.com/
- Hell on Hogsback’s Website: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Lakewood/HellonHogsback
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Creators and Guests
Host
Gregory McDonough
Greg McDonough is a seasoned executive who has owned and operated businesses in the professional services sector, navigating them through both good and tough times. He brings his personal experience of knowing what it’s like to be ‘in the owner’s seat’ when working with clients, taking time to ask the questions others may not.
