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Many of us show up to work and don't really understand why? Sure there's bills to pay, project to tackle and promotions to get, but is that really what you would be doing if money wasn't a factor. Speaking with Travis McAshan, Founder & CEO of Glide, he talks about the importance of reflection and spending time contemplating who you want to be. Values are a critical piece for running your company and knowing yourself. If want to be known as someone who helped others, are you doing that today? Why not? In life you become what you think about and actions will allow you to bring that to life. Joseph and Travis huddle on the importance of values and how companies need to "Uncover" them, not "Create" them. A common misconception is that lasting values are created, but in actuality, they already exist. Actions speak louder than words on a lobby wall and great values should not only drive work productivity, but also just make you a better person. Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn: CabreraToro

Sandeep Chennakeshu, COO of Uhnder and former CTO of Ericsson and President of Blackberry Technology Solutions, has lived a charmed life. His "Series 1" mindset has led him to always say yes and take on some of our world's greatest technical challenges. From bluetooth to 2g technology, Sandeep has been on the cutting edge of universal technology. He says that you only really solidify your leanings when you test them in real life and "Battle-Testing" your learnings ultimately leads to wisdom. Enduring pain and life's challenges requires commitment- Unfortunately, many folks are not prepared to stay the course. Sandeep learned some early lessons that he thought may have been career ending, but realized that his mistakes or "Expensive Education" were building blocks to a prosperous career. Talent, Technique and Temperament are core tenets every successful professional has, but Temperament being the most crucial. One's ability to maintain calm during the chaos, lean into adversity and demonstrate an attitude of commitment is what will ultimately win the day. No amount of technical expertise will help you out-perform your mindset and the example you set for others. Sandeep also shares his philosophies and principles in his book "Your Company Is Your Castle". One core principle is a Leader's greatest responsibility - To unburden your Team, so that they can be their best. When we learn its not about how much you know, but how much you empower others, you can accomplish the impossible. Sandeep's Book "Your Company Is Your Castle" can be found on Amazon and other places books are sold. Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn: CabreraToro

It's human nature to want to be right, but does that ultimately allow you to win in the long run? Whether it's an argument, pushing for a promotion, finally getting the resources you've been asking for or something at home- Winning should be front of mind. Winning means that both sides understand the situation, what there is to gain & lose and ultimately recognize the pain that may exist. Being right may give you what you want in the short term, but typically comes at the cost of the other side and won't likely sustain you for the road ahead. It takes patience and humility to focus on winning, but the long-term effects of this atmosphere will benefit and sustain, you and those you serve. Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn: CabreraToro

Do we have what it takes to take an idea, company and Team the distance? Many founder's enter the game of business without realizing what their objective is and if their intentions will sustain them through a tough journey. It's a hard reality, but many founders are not able to scale a business and the lack of self-awareness can prevent them from being fulfilled, achieving "their" unique success and ultimately being happy. Owning, running and growing a business can be like owning a pet tiger and even though everyone around you might think its cool, there are still a good amount of occupational hazards that come with the endeavor. We can all benefit to listening to our inner voice, accepting who we are and being content with what we are meant to do- Not what others expect. If you enjoyed this segment- Tune into the full episode (EP 33) where Joseph & Pascal Finette dive deep into all things, innovation, People and finding happiness. Learn More About The beradical group : www.beradical.group Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn: CabreraToro

Luke Fischer, CEO and Co-Founder of SkyFi, is changing the way we understand our world by opening our eyes wider to it.  Luke grew up flying helicopters for the Army and has used his experience working in VC and at tech titans like Uber to harness the power of satellite imagery and make it easier for the world to access.  The SkyFi Team is helping uncover issues that are not obvious.  For example, in the middle of Chile lies several tons of fashion clothing that was discarded- These kinds of global issues are usually unknown to most of us, because we are not able to easily see what’s going on.  Luke strongly believes that if we can continue to “Eas-ify” satellite imagery, this will enable folks on a mission to execute and do something about the greatest obstacles our world faces.  This is not an easy process as satellite imagery has been historically bureaucratic and optimized for government agencies, but SkyFi is on a mission to make this consumer friendly (fast, easy and economical).  Luke uses lessons learned from his time in Army Special Operations to guide his Leadership style and way he grows a business.  A 70% solution is better than a perfect plan and iterating on failure is key to success.  He also shares that his time at Uber taught him to take your time finding the right folks and even if you don’t bring them onto the Team, treat everyone like a customer.  In the military we are used to accepting great personal risk- Up to death, but when we transition to the private sector many Warriors can be stunted by the financial risk needed to grow and create value in business.  Luke shares that once we can acknowledge that we all have innate value and that even if things were to go to ZERO, we can find a way to get back on our feet and provide for our families, then we build the confidence to explore the unknown and truly create something great. Learn More About SkyFi : www.skyfi.com Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn: CabreraToro

Sweat before you bleed- A concept that is foreign to most. Everyday in business is game day and unfortunately that can cause us to be blindsided, maintain instead of grow and be consumed with the chaos, instead of smiling through it. Elite Teams know that visualizing success and uncovering friction is the only way to build a championship organization. When was the last time you launched a new product, rolled out a new org chart or conducted a board meeting and it was just OFF? Rehearsals are the anecdote and here's why: Rehearsals: - Allow you to see success prior to execution - Uncover potential friction points - Confirm shared understanding - Instill Confidence Take the small amount of time to conduct a good rehearsal and watch your actual execution elevate. Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn: CabreraToro  

Jackie Cuyvers, Founder & CEO of Convosphere, has spent her life understanding People through what they say and how they say it.  Social Intelligence and Social Listening are what allow us to really understand what People want, what they really think about a brand or how much respect they have for their workplace.  Surveys and 360 assessments are not the answer, but it is the unprompted and unfiltered insights that help paint a true picture of what’s going on.  Jackie also shares that context is as vast and nuance as the world languages.  When businesses desire to enter new markets, it’s important to understand that our humor, needs and slang don’t always translate- So before you launch that new product in Japan, make sure you are not just translating the text on the packaging.  Having high social intelligence requires strong EQ and despite the analytical nature of the process, understanding human behavior and emotions is paramount. Getting the right answers, is about asking the right questions, in the right place. Jackie and her Team believe that the answers are all around us, but we must look in the unprompted and unfiltered places to really gain the truth. If we can properly invest in the seeking the truth, we can propel our Teams and companies to new levels. Learn more about Convosphere: www.convosphere.com Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn: CabreraToro  

Christopher Cassibry, COL US Army (Ret), Callsign “Denali 6” has spent his entire professional life in the Service of his People.  During this conversation, Joseph talks with his former wartime commander about the making tough calls, remaining calm as a Leader and understanding what it means to “be good with the decisions, one makes”.  Chris has held many positions of command in his military career, but one of the most consequential was his time leading 500+ paratroopers during one of the campaigns of the Afghanistan War. Spread over multiple outposts and against a determined enemy, this tour of duty was no walk in the park.  Combat is a unique human endeavor and a sheer test of wills- A thinking man’s game.  If you are not able to spend time thinking about your decisions, you may find it difficult to live with them.  Good news is that you don’t have to make this decision on your own.  Despite the responsibilities of Leadership, especially during a time of war, Chris says that even the Leader needs someone to lean on.  This even further applies to the caregivers in our organizations.  Whether it’s a medic, Chaplain or that Teammate everyone goes to with their problems, a good Leader is aware that the folks who give so much, can be burdened with the emotions and stress of others. It’s important to ensure you take care of those folks. Cassibry learned from his father (Army Chaplain) that you don’t have be a jerk to be a good Leader.  If your People are not able to approach you, then how can you help them solve their problems.   In war and in peacetime, being “Loyal Down” is the sign of trust.  When a Leader honors their responsibilities and has the best interest of their Team front of mind, your Team reciprocates.  Despite the harsh and unforgiving nature of war, it can be a great teacher and one that reminds us that the art of human nature will always supersede the science.   Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn:CabreraToro  

Andrew Markoff, Founder & CEO of Pallas, leads a Team whose mission is to help People achieve their seemingly impossible dreams.  Whether it's making Team USA for the next Olympics or swimming the English Channel, this Marine and former special operator says that his experience as a “generalist” has helped him, help others.  The Marine Corps taught Andrew the importance of breadth and depth.  In the military there’s no margin for error and being able to context switch with a level of depth is business as usual.  In a world where specialist are highly sought after, Andrew believes that being an effective generalist is it’s own “technical” skill.  As a Leader, you must quickly learn and understand the technical factors that contribute to a situation and synergize it into a solution that can apply effectively and broadly.  After a successful career in the military, Andrew spearheaded initiatives at tech giant Palantir and sustainability at Origin Materials, but there was something missing- Sweat. A career in the military will make you miss the balance of physical and mental work, so Andrew decided that he wanted to create a company that would combine intersect service, his unique skills, mission and physicality. Pallas helps folks achieve their greatness through the physical practice and diving into the areas there are not as obvious- Like "how do I eat during a 100+mile swim".  Similar to his journey, highly effective folks are missing a physical outlet and need the expertise and accountability of a great coach to keep them on track.   Learn more about Pallas: www.pallas.io Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn:CabreraToro  

Building a brand is no easy feat, but if you can get it to matter to your customer, you'll build something that lasts forever. We flashback to last June (a year ago) on this segment, where we speak with Brent Looby, Co-Founder of Desert Door.  During this segment he dives into building a spirits company in a hyper-competitive environment and using brand to break through. Even though this drink made from sotol has a smooth and unique flavor profile, you have to get your product to matter to your customers. Fortunately, Desert Door was born in Texas and a company started by 3 Veterans, has a lot to be proud of. Building brand is what allows you to go the distance, weather the storms and create lasting impact. Listen to the full episode (EP 39) Learn more about Desert Door: www.desertdoor.com Check out other ways Joseph and Team are serving other Leaders at www.cabreratoro.com Follow @cabreratoro_explore (Instagram) Follow www.youtube.com/@JosephCabreraExplore LinkedIn:CabreraToro