00:00 – Introduction
Ken introduces John Spiesman and sets the tone for a deep dive into leadership and purpose.

00:54 – "What does it mean to work on the business instead of in it?"
John reflects on his coaching philosophy and how many business owners unintentionally create a job instead of freedom.

02:04 – "Was there something specific that shifted your perspective?"
He shares how an early mentor taught him the value of making yourself replaceable to grow.

03:18 – "How did your experience with Bayer and Monsanto shape your views on adaptability?"
John walks through a corporate shake-up and how accepting reality was the first step toward adapting.

05:45 – "How do you help leaders confront brutal facts?"
John outlines his strategy for motivating acceptance, starting with honest feedback and interviews.

07:51 – "What are some daily practices that support continuous improvement?"
From purpose alignment to celebrating wins, John gives a window into his ‘One Percent Better’ method.

09:54 – "What’s your personal 'why' behind the work you do?"
John gets personal about the mentors who shaped him and his mission to unlock others’ potential.

11:49 – "What’s a common misconception leaders have about growth?"
He warns that ignoring your own growth as a leader can become the organization's bottleneck.

13:06 – "If the organization mirrors the leader, what do we do with our flaws?"
John emphasizes humility, transparency, and team accountability as tools for modeling growth.

15:08 – "What has shaped your focus on integrating life and leadership?"
A team member’s burnout helped John recalibrate his own work-life alignment—and set a better example.

18:18 – "What does results-focused coaching look like?"
He explains why measurable growth and accountability are built into his coaching model.

19:40 – "Who are your mentors and thought partners today?"
From peer groups to former CEOs, John shares how he stays sharp and emotionally grounded.

21:52 – "What advice would you give your younger self?"
"Get in touch with your fears," says John—offering a powerful lesson on self-awareness.

23:01 – "Tell us about your podcast: Untold – Best Kept Secrets in Utah."
He highlights his mission to elevate the voices of founders and leaders with stories that often go unheard.

24:08 – "Where can listeners connect with you?"
John shares that LinkedIn is the best place to engage with his content and reach out.