Orange Perspective: Recent Episodes
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Jason sits down to catch up with Ben Jones! Ben is the president of Vinaigrette Salad Kitchen. Ben and Jason talk about how he leads his team of general managers, what makes a positive guest experience, and how to excel within a company. They also discuss the ever evolving topic of self development and Ben's approach to it.
P.s. Vinaigrettes lemonade is an incredible way to beat the summer heat. Go try one!
Book Review: Excellent Advice For Living - Kevin Kelly
In this episode of Orange Perspective we say a very fond farewell to Katelynn Drysdale. Check out the episode to see what she's doing next! Katelynn talks with Jason about her journey from a hospitality agent to the head of Employee Experience. Katelynn quickly became an integral part of the company with her positive approach and quick ability to problem solve. Jason sits down with her one last time (probably not...) to catch up and chat.
Adam is back on the podcast catching up with Jason. They talk about how Adam got his start at Orange Leaf and how that progressed into his role with Vinaigrette. Find out what Adam has been up to recently by listening now!
Jason sits down to talk with Courtney about how she got started with Breakout and how things are going! Take a listen to this episode for hiring tips and advice!
Jason sits down with John Kelley to talk about his life before Breakout, his early years with the company, and his current role as head of Quality Control.
Jason sits down to chat with Marketing Director Will Gray to discuss target marketing, management, bourbon, and how Will got involved with Breakout and Activate.
Jason sits down with one of our newest general managers, Caleb Wu. Activate Games opens in the Lone Star State with hopes that everything really is bigger in Texas, including Activate! Caleb and Jason chat about everything from Activate, brisket, books and management horror stories.
Welcome back to Orange Perspective! We are excited to launch Season 2 this year! In this first teaser episode Jason outlines what to expect from this years podcast.
Stay tuned for our first guest on March 20th. Our first guest is one of our most recent additions to the team and we can't wait for you to hear the interview. Any guesses on who it is?!
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In todays episode Jason, Cassie, and Jimmy discuss what it is like to be in the feeling triad! This triad is compiled of 2's 3's and 4's. This group is commonly referred to as the feeling or the heart triad. Jimmy is a 3, the Achiever.
Jason | 8w7
Cassie | 1w9
Jimmy | 3w2
In todays episode Jason, Cassie, and Katelynn discuss what it is like to be in the thinking triad! This triad is compiled of 5's 6's and 7's. This group is commonly referred to as the thinking or the head triad. Katelynn is a 7, the enthusiast.
Jason | 8w7
Cassie | 1w9
Katelynn | 7w6
In todays episode Jason, Cassie, and Colin discuss what it is like to all be in the instinctual triad! These three very different personalities have different strengths and weaknesses but share a common tread. This triad is commonly referred to as the instinctual, gut, or anger triad and those names are interchangeable.
Jason | 8w7
Cassie | 1w9
Colin | 9w8
Jason and Cassie break down each type and the number associated with it. There are 9 different types. Here are some of our different types around the company!
Alyssa Hardinger | 2w3
Laine White | 3w2
Kat Wilcox-Chelimsky | 3w2
Amber Daugherty | 6w5
Grant Hartsell | 7w6
Dani Gordon | 9w8
Remember, just because you are a certain type does not mean you are like everyone else who has that type. Hopefully, in this episode you gain some insight into what makes you, YOU!
Jason and Cassie introduce our series on the Enneagram. There will be four episodes to follow that will explain what the Enneagram is and why it can be personally useful to you. Types and Triads?! What are they? After these four episodes you will understand more about your type and how that affects your relationships and your internal examination. Each part will have a guest that falls in the Enneagram triad that the episode covers. Stay tuned for some enlightening discussion! There are many different places to take the test but we love Your Enneagram Coach. Be sure to take the test before you dive into the other episodes and check out this Spotify playlist 🎹When you know your type, you can own it. When you don't, it can own you. 🚀
Have your team take the test as well, as it can be a wonderful discussion starter!
Our Enneagram types, for reference/fun:
Jason - 8w7
Cassie - 1w9
Ben - 4w3
Links:
https://assessment.yourenneagramcoach.com/
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4spg6XrKJHaJRbzUKyNmhV?si=eLTXWur1ROCaWKOjVYQcsg
"To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom" - Socrates
Jason and Cassie interview Hannah Powell! Hannah is the assistant store manager at Breakout Arlington. She shares with us some of her story and how she originally found Breakout. Hannah stood out as a game master and walks us through her journey to gaining more responsibilities. Hannah exemplifies the strength that an amazing assistant manager can bring to a team. Enjoy!
Todays episode of Orange Perspective chronicles the origin story of Vinaigrette Salad Kitchen. Jason Thompson, Bryce Anderson, and Adam O'Donnell sit down and discuss the inception of the idea and how it has grown into a multi location business in Lexington, KY.
Jason and Cassie sit down with Vinaigrette Salad Kitchen's operator Adam O'Donnell. Adam give us a little insight into his start with Orange Consulting, how he has assembled an incredible team, and what is to come for Vinaigrette.
Today's guest is Jimmy Doyle! Jimmy is the VP of Operations. Jimmy has his toes dipped in most aspects of operating and oversees many different areas that keep the wheels turning. Jimmy gives us his advice on culture, leadership, hiring, and his secret talent.
Today on Orange Perspective we have Ben Jones. Ben is an area manager for Vinaigrette Salad Kitchen. Ben's story lead him from working at Panera for 15 years to Vinaigrette. Ben is the Swiss Army knife of Vinaigrette, touching virtually all aspects of operating stores.
Jason is joined by Cassie Dilly, the Director of Marketing at Orange Consulting. Cassie has helped guide many brand voices such as, Breakout Games, Activate Games, Dispatch, and Color Chaos.
Today on Orange Perspective we have Amber from Knoxville, TN. We get to know Amber a little, where she likes to travel, what she does in her free time and what her favorite music, movies, and books are currently. Jason and Amber discuss what it's like to be a shy manager in a leadership role and how she strongly cares for her team. Amber has been instrumental in bringing Breakout's virtual escape room experience to store fronts.
Jason sits down to talk with Alex Tensi of Asheville, North Carolina. Alex has been with Breakout in many capacities and started out as a game master. Jason and Alex discuss the not so subtle but important different between a mockumentary and a documentary.
Jason sits down with Brad Greenman to have a discussion on the past, present, and future of Orange Consulting. Brad and Jason deep dive into a long journey of leadership and how he started by serving frozen yogurt to an operations managers.
Jason sits down with Grant Hartsell. Grant is the GM of Breakout Games in Arlington, TX and is a relatively new manager. He has a fresh perspective on Breakout's culture and business. Grant and Jason talk about connecting with your team and how to have an honest discussion about dissolving cliques. This ties together how inclusion can create a stellar store culture.
Get to know Molly Thomas and her role at Breakout Games. She loves art, theatre, and her favorite room is Hostage! She started out at Breakout Greensboro and currently lives in Lexington and works in group sales.
Check out Molly's art project here: https://www.yourunclerichard.com/
Lukas Owens sits down with Jason to discuss Breakout Games and his journey from building escape rooms to being the Director of Sales. Lukas works with multiple brands including, Breakout Games, Vinaigrette, and Activate Games.
In this weeks episode of Orange Perspective we get to know Joe Nelis. Joe is in charge of Breakout's North Hills location in Pittsburgh. Joe started out as a game master and is now the general manager. Jason and Joe discuss hidden talents, movies, many things Breakout.
This week on Orange Perspective we have Breakout Cincinnati manager Stephanie Proctor on the show. Stephanie shares her story with us and how she started as a game master and rose to the manager level. She also shares some fun customer stories and how Jimmy Buffet and scuba diving are related in her life.
Jason sits down with North Indianapolis Breakout Games manager Courtney Oliphant. Courtney started out with Breakout managing the South Indianapolis location. Jason and Courtney talk about what it is like to come into a new environment and how transitioning managers can influence store operations.
Jason Thompson is joined by Ben Davis and Brad Ervin. They sit down to discuss how culture can shape a business for better or for worse. How do you create the culture you want? What is the point of creating culture? Why should you care about it? All of these questions will be addressed with examples that Jason, Ben, and Brad have personal experiences with. Intentionality in building culture is a vital part of company health and these conversations are an exploration of why it is important.
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Jason talks to three managers from three different Breakout Games locations. We find out some of their favorite things in life and what common goal has brought them together on the same team. Alyssa, Monica, and Michael discuss how they were able to move up and excel within Breakout.
Some of their favorites!
Alyssa's favorites!
- Movie - Dirty Dancing
- Song - Clear Honey - Jetty Bones
- Book - Song of Spiderman
Michael's favorites!
- Movie - Interstellar
- Song - Tale of Two Cities - J Cole
- Book - The Poisonwood Bible
- Original Podcast - Poe Toaster Show
- Original Podcast - Podney Dangercast
Monica's many favorites!
- Movie - Harry Potter Series
- Song - Dubstep mash ups!
- Book - Yes Please - Amy Poehler, Bossy Pants - Tiny Fay, The Girl on the Train - Paula Hawkins
In this weeks episode Jason Thompson gives Monica Croxton a phone call. Monica is the general manager of Breakout Games in Richmond, Virginia. They discuss how to engage a team, hiring tips, and what entails managing an escape room.
Jason Thompson sits down with Brad Ervin and Ben Davis to discuss what it really takes to create a world class escape room. Brad Ervin and Ben Davis are owners, operators, designers, and players of escape rooms. Both Brad and Ben currently reside in Knoxville, TN. For topic suggestions please email: orangeperspectivepodcast@gmail.com. Enjoy!
Jason Thompson sits down with Cary Putnal and Chris Meriwether to discuss what it means to be a good fit and how to give your team a super-bounce! Managing takes real work and the road is long but it is so rewarding to see your team succeed. We hope you enjoy this first episode of Orange Perspective. If you have ideas for what you would like to hear on future episodes please email: orangeperspectivepodcast@gmail.com.