Military Mindsets in Entrepreneurship - Ed Byers - Chief Endurance Officer - Episode # 041
Today’s guest is an advocate for being relentless in pursuit of passion! Introducing Ed Byers, Plank Owner and Managing Director at Minerva 6. Ed partners with host Gregory McDonough to share military and entrepreneurial experiences, focusing on concepts such as endurance, strength through humility, and relationship intelligence. He also delves into overcoming adversity, building trust and respect within a team, creating an elite culture in organizations, and the journey of transitioning from a military career to entrepreneurship. It’s a truly inspiring episode you don’t want to miss!
Takeaways:
- Ed emphasizes the importance of endurance in both his military career and life as an entrepreneur. One must commit to the "marathon, not a sprint" mindset in demanding pursuits.
- “Strength through Humility” is Ed’s personal slogan. He believes in exhibiting a strong character through humble actions, attributing his survival and success to this approach.
- Teams form authentic bonds of trust and respect through shared experiences and obstacles. This is specifically important in military units and how these principles can be transferred to building a robust company culture.
- Relationship intelligence is a crucial aspect of team-building. Ed mentions that taking the time to understand your employees' needs and offering support builds a high trust environment, fostering loyalty and respect within a team.
- Ed describes the challenges he faced when transitioning from a military career to entrepreneurship, highlighting the need to adapt one's mindset and skill set. Despite the difficulties, he encourages other veterans considering a similar path to persevere.
- Building a loyal team involves personal values, time, authenticity, and vulnerability. By implementing these components, leaders can foster an environment where employees feel valued and respected, encouraging loyalty and productivity.
Quote of the Show:
- "The only easy day is yesterday." - Ed Byers
Links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardcbyers/
- Company website: http://www.minervasix.com
- Keynote: https://www.aaespeakers.com/keynote-speakers/edward-c-byers-jr#profile
- Instagram: @edwardcbyers
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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.
