Humility stems from confidence. Confident leaders can admit when they're not the smartest person in the room.
Blake Hall exemplifies the type of leadership we need more of in business. A former Army Ranger, Blake was awarded the Bronze Star for leading his platoon in combat during the Iraq War. Now he's the CEO and co-founder of ID.me, a digital wallet that ... Show More
Oct 20
Revisited: The Power of Doing One Thing Exceptionally Well with Gymshark Founder and CEO Ben Francis
Hello from Team Simon! Brand-new episodes of A Bit of Optimism are back next Tuesday, October 27. Before then, we're revisiting one last favorite: the company Simon names whenever someone asks which business actually lives the ideas he writes about. It's Gymshark, and its founder ... Show More
1 h
Oct 13
Revisited: Why Relationships Are the Secret to a Long, Happy Life with Psychotherapist Esther Perel
Hello from Team Simon! We’re taking a few weeks off and will be back with brand-new episodes of A Bit of Optimism on Tuesday, October 27. Until then, we’re revisiting some of our favorite conversations, including this one with a longtime friend of Simon’s: Esther Perel. For most ... Show More
1h 2m
Jan 2025
Blake Hall - Combat, Service, and Innovation - [Invest Like the Best, EP.408]
My guest today is Blake Hall. Blake is the co-founder and CEO of ID.me, a secure digital identity network with over 100 million members. He was an officer in the United States Army and served our country for four years as a a rifle platoon leader, the battalion reconnaissance pla ... Show More
1h 34m
Sep 2025
#362: Developing Confidence as a Leader
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore how leaders can develop confidence in themselves and their abilities. They share insights from Bill Belichick's book, The Art of Winning, which emphasizes the importance of preparation, mastering details, and owning mistakes i ... Show More
20m 1s
May 2024
Bryan Orr - Humility in Thought Leadership
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">This podcast episode is Bryan Orr's presentation at the 6th Annual HVACR Training Symposium: "Humility in Thought Leadership." Bryan reflects on his own journey as a trades educator, business owner, husband, and father, sharing personal ... Show More
58m 14s
Jul 2025
#352: I Don't Mind You Thinking I'm Perfect
Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore the importance of authenticity in leadership, offering insights on how leaders can cultivate self-awareness, recognize their unique strengths and weaknesses, and consistently communicate their core values. They emphasize the power of vulnerabi ... Show More
22m 22s