Big Ideas for Small Business: Recent Episodes

Tim Hayden

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This month, Tim sits down with Chris Norton to discuss resilience, navigating unexpected change, and finding purpose after adversity. Chris shares how a devastating football injury changed the course of his life—and the lessons he's learned over the past sixteen years that apply just as much to business as they do to life.Whether you're leading a team, growing a business, or facing challenges of your own, this conversation offers practical insights on adapting, persevering, and moving forward.Learn more about Chris' story at https://chrisnorton.org/

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Bailee Hayden is back on the podcast this month—now as a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA). In this episode, she breaks down the financial strategies, documentation practices, and auditing essentials that help businesses stay organized.Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this conversation is packed with practical insights you won't want to miss.

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This month, Tim sits down with Joel Davis, founder of J. Davis, Inc., a company that oversees five businesses across South Carolina. A self-made leader, Joel reflects on nearly 30 years of leadership shaped by trial, error, and hard-earned success. As new opportunities for growth emerged, Joel embraced fresh perspectives and new challenges—not only to provide for his family, but also to support the team behind his company’s mission and purpose. Tune in for an insightful conversation on personal and professional growth, perfect for business owners looking to embrace challenges and sharpen their sense of purpose.Learn more at www.jdavisinc.com

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This month’s podcast features Tim in conversation with Paul Foster, a founding member of Foster Victor. As a principal advisor, Paul shares deep expertise in the financial challenges businesses encounter, along with practical strategies for managing and optimizing key investments.Whether you’re running an established company or launching a new venture, having clear visibility into your finances is critical. Tune in for actionable insights, straightforward advice, and guidance on connecting with professional financial support to strengthen your business.Learn more about Foster Victor's services at https://fostervictor.com/Find Foster Victor on social media:Instagram: @fostervictorwealthadvisorsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/foster-victor-wealth-advisors/

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What are the non-negotiables behind a successful business?This month, Michael Brown sits down with Tim to break down the values, lessons, and strategies that shape strong leadership and build lasting relationships. Great leadership is built on knowing what you stand for, and if you're leading a business, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Before there were results, there was the range. In this month's episode, Vincent Kabaso sits down with Tim and shares what it meant to become Zambia’s first PGA golf professional, and why perseverance, patience, and constant refinement mattered more than early recognition. Leadership is no different. Whether you’re building a career, a team, or a company, success comes from steady development, adapting to the conditions in front of you, and trusting the preparation you’ve put in.Learn more about Vincent and his story at his website: https://vincentkabaso.com/

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This month, Tim is joined by Brian Morris, the founder and CEO of Morris Strategic, a leadership consulting firm based out of Olathe, Kansas. Tim met Brian at a conference hosted by Maxwell Leadership, which inspired both leaders in navigating leadership in growing companies. Tune in for insightful methods of utilizing conference notes for successful business practices in any professional environment. Find Brian on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-morris-50ab48b2/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brian.morris.757832Instagram: brianmorris_bmo Learn more about Morris Strategic at https://www.morrisstrategic.com/

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This month, Tim sits down with Tyler Dickerhoof, a trusted mentor and advisor to business leaders and entrepreneurs. Drawing on his experience in leadership and relationship-building, Tyler offers valuable guidance for succeeding amid today’s evolving professional landscape. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on navigating professional environments with confidence and authenticity.Find Tyler online!IG: @tyler_dickerhoofLinkedIn: Tyler DickerhoofFacebook: @tyler.dickerhoof.3or atwww.tylerdickerhoof.com

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This month on the podcast, Tim sits down with Mike O’Connell, founder of the Lead Different Experience and rising lead pastor at Love Church in Omaha, Nebraska. In this impactful episode, Mike explores how communication and integrity shape an effective leader and how these qualities can be leveraged to guide and influence others. Join in for a conversation that listeners can apply immediately in their own leadership contexts.Find Mike online!www.mikeoconnell.com @mikeoconnelljr

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Join Tim as he sits down with Tom Henderson, founder of RESGEN, for an engaging conversation on how business leaders can empower, equip, and encourage their teams toward success—both personally and professionally. This inspiring episode challenges leaders to use their strengths to uplift others and lead through example.Find Tom on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tomchendersonX: @tchendersonInstagram: @resgentomLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-henderson-41a5005b/Find RESGEN online and on social mediaWebsite: resgen.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/restorationgenerationInstagram: @resgen_ministry

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Wayne Landrith, Senior Vice President for Development and Presidential Affairs at Anderson University in Anderson, South Carolina, joins Tim on this month’s podcast. Their conversation explores what it means to lead with purpose in any environment. Drawing on his career experiences, Wayne highlights how culture, strategy, and strong leadership can create a workplace rooted in meaning and mission. He also reflects on the responsibility that comes with leadership—the need for thoughtful decision-making, clear communication, and strategic direction. This episode offers valuable takeaways for leaders and listeners alike.

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This month on the podcast, Tim welcomes Eli Stoudemayer: CFII and owner of Palmetto Sky Flight School. Eli shares his story of starting out as an independent flight instructor and transforming that passion into a successful small business serving the Anderson–Clemson community. With three years of experience teaching students to take to the skies, Eli offers valuable insight into the challenges and rewards of aviation instruction, the realities of entrepreneurship, and what it takes to grow a business from the ground up. Join us for a conversation about flying, teaching, and the journey from self-employment to business ownership.

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This month on the Big Ideas for Small Business podcast, Tim sits down with Jordan Montgomery, author of The Art of Encouragement and founder of Montgomery Companies. Together, they explore the power of encouragement in teams, families, and business relationships, especially during challenging times. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or simply looking to uplift those around you, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration. Tune in for a conversation that will strengthen how you lead and support others.Find Jordan on social media:@jordanmmontgomery | Instagram Jordan Montgomery | LinkedInLearn more about Montgomery Companies at www.montgomerycompanies.comDon't forget to tune in next month!

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In this special episode of the Big Ideas for Small Business podcast, host Tim Hayden is joined by his wife, Dawn, for a heartfelt conversation about the other side of running a family business: family, marriage, and support.Dawn, now an accomplished artist based in Upstate South Carolina, once put her career on hold to focus on raising their family so that Tim could grow the business. Together, they share their story, their sacrifices, and the key to making a family business work—at home and on the manufacturing floor.

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In this special episode, guest host Michael Brown sits down with Tim Hayden, CEO of Sargent Metal Fabricators, to reflect on five decades of growth, innovation, and leadership. From humble beginnings to a tech-driven production floor in 2025, Tim shares the values and vision that built a lasting legacy, plus powerful advice for small business owners on embracing change and continuous improvement.Don't forget to tune in next month!

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In this special episode, Tim welcomes three guest hosts—Brad Cooper and Michael Mullikin from NewSpring Church, and Michael Brown from Sargent Metal—for a compelling discussion on the value of leadership teams. Together, they explore how to build, structure, and effectively implement a leadership team within any organization. Drawing from decades of shared experience, the group unpacks the powerful impact leadership teams can have in the workplace. Don’t miss this insightful conversation about leading well, serving others, and growing together as leaders.Learn more about NewSpring at https://newspring.cc/Follow them on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newspring_church/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newspringLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newspring-church/Follow Sargent Metal on social media to stay in-the-know for podcast, business, and anniversary updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sargentmetal/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057355665428LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sargent-metal-fabricatorsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sargentmetalfabricatorsWant to explore more advice for small businesses? Check out these dynamic episodes with some of our guest hosts:Unified Leadership with Brad Cooper: https://soundcloud.com/bigideasforsmallbusiness/unified-leadership-brad-cooper?si=f8083c2b9cb542feb62692905c993657&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingNavigating Growth and Change with Michael Brown (Part 1): https://soundcloud.com/bigideasforsmallbusiness/michael-brown-growth-and-change-part-one?si=a456bd7c8cf94e08b64fb7ba3f20b18b&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingNavigating Growth and Change with Michael Brown (Part 2): https://soundcloud.com/bigideasforsmallbusiness/michael-brown-growth-and-change-part-two?si=ff2c177766da49708426e8faaf88526c&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

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Every great conversation deserves a powerful conclusion. In this episode, our VP of Support Services, Michael Brown, returns to complete his insightful two-part discussion with Tim. Together, they dive into the intersection of industrial growth and open-minded leadership—because real progress isn’t just about expansion; it’s about continuous improvement.For leaders navigating change, Michael shares invaluable insights on communication, adaptability, and the mindset needed to drive lasting success. Don’t miss the final chapter of this compelling series, and make sure to join us again next month!

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This month on the podcast, Tim sits down with Michael Brown, Vice President of Support Services at Sargent Metal Fabricators. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Michael shares insights from his journey with the company and how it has shaped his leadership philosophy. Don’t miss this deep dive into business leadership and transformation—and be sure to tune in again in April for the conclusion of this compelling series!Find Sargent Metal online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057355665428LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sargent-metal-fabricatorsInstagram: www.instagram.com/sargentmetalYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sargentmetalfabricatorsOr at www.sargentmetal.com

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On this month’s episode of the Big Ideas for Small Business podcast, Tim chats with Brad Cooper, the Lead Pastor of Culture and Direction at NewSpring Church. With a background in family business, Brad has observed many similarities between managing a family business and leading a thriving church community. Tune in as he shares valuable insights on how effective leadership can drive growth and development in both businesses and churches.Find Brad online!IG: @bradcooperFB: https://www.facebook.com/brad.cooper.1447For more information about NewSpring Church, visit their website at https://newspring.cc/ or find them on social media.IG: @newspring_churchFB: https://www.facebook.com/newspringLI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newspring-church/

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This month on the podcast, Tim sits down with John Wright, Jr. to discuss the challenges and responsibilities of leading a family business. In 2020, John took on the role of president at his family's company, gaining invaluable experience in guiding the business toward success while honoring its legacy. Together, they delve into the significance of family values, adapting to change, and the unique dynamics that influence the future of a family-run business. Tune in for an insightful conversation on leadership, legacy, and the journey to success.Find McCoy-Wright online at www.mccoywright.com or social media @mccoywrightcre !

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Join Tim as he sits down with Chad Johnson, Chief of Staff for Maxwell Leadership, for an insightful conversation on leadership, personal growth, and the strategies behind building strong, impactful teams. Delve in as Chad shares his experience working with John Maxwell and offers practical advice on how to lead with purpose, influence others positively, and foster a culture of success. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your journey, this discussion is packed with valuable insights to help you thrive in both your personal and professional life.We wish you a Merry Christmas and look forward to an inspiring new year! Don't forget to tune in for our next episode in January! Learn more about Maxwell Leadership at www.maxwellleadership.com or find them on their social media channels! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maxwellleadership/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaxwellLeadershipInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwellleadership/

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This month on Big Ideas for Small Business, Tim sits down with Jake Thompson. Jake, a leadership performance coach, is the Chief Encouragement Officer at Compete Every Day, a brand he founded in 2011 to encourage leaders and organizations in balancing a healthy competition between their individual personal and professional lives. Listen in as Jake discusses the brand and fostering a healthy work-life balance! Find Jake and Compete Every Day on social media! Instagram: @jakethompsonspeaks | @competeeverydayLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakethompsonspeaks/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/competeeveryday/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JakeThompsonSpeaks | https://www.facebook.com/competeeveryday

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This month on the Big Ideas for Small Business podcast, host Tim is excited to welcome his longtime friend, Mike Owens, to the show. Mike brings a wealth of experience to the conversation, being a licensed private pilot who has also successfully run a small metal fabrication business, giving him unique insights into entrepreneurship. Don't forget to join us for next month's episode!

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For this month's episode, Tim's children, Bailee and Tucker, return to the podcast to wrap up the "Life in a Family Business" series. As heard in the first two episodes, Bailee and Tucker give insight to their experiences in growing up within a family business. Now, as they navigate their individual professional lives, they reflect on their adolescence and how it helped shape them as adults. Don't forget to tune in four our next episode!

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For the next episode in his family series, Tim is joined by his daughter, Bailee Hayden. Bailee is a Clemson University alum exploring her career at an accounting firm, and she is determined to help pave a way for the family business to thrive with modern insights and strategy. Listen in as she discusses her life within a family business, and how it helped her to set her strides where she is today.Don't forget to tune in next month for the finale of this dynamic series!

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Join Tim as he engages in a heartfelt conversation with his son, Tucker Hayden, to explore the dynamics of growing up in a family business. Together, they discuss topics such as decision-making, family ties, and the unique dynamics that come with building heritage. Don't forget to tune in next month to continue this fascinating series!

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Join Tim as he discusses interworking of the sales trade with Kevin Kilgallen. Kevin is the President at Mid Atlantic Machinery, Inc., which is a machine tool distributor to manufacturing businesses on behalf of industrial machine corporations such as Trumpf, Hornet, and more. In this episode, Kevin gives valuable advice for those exploring sales and those who may be searching for new ways to connect with their customers. Don't forget to join us in July for our next episode! You can find Kevin on Linked in at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-j-kilgallen-cmtse-a832ba12/or you can explore the Mid Atlantic Machinery, Inc. website at https://midatlanticmachinery.com/

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Join Tim as he discusses workers' compensation with Zenjuries CEO Jess Dantice. Workers' compensation can be a daunting topic, but knowing some trade advice can ease the minds of business owners everywhere! Listen in as Jess breaks down his thoughts on modern workers' compensation, and how he suggests companies navigate it. Don't forget to subscribe and tune in for our June episode!Follow Jess and Zenjuries online, or explore the Zenjuries website to learn more. Jess's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessdantice/Zenjuries's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zenjuries/Zenjuries's Website: https://www.zenjuries.com/@zenjuries on Instagram

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Join Tim as he sits down with Ben Boulware, co-owner at The Junkyard, to discuss small business, goals, and what it means to be "better before bigger." Don't forget subscribe and tune in for our May discussion!You can find Ben on social media @benboulware!Visit The Junkyard @TheJunkyardFitness or online at www.thejunkyardfitness.com

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Join Tim as he sits down with Mark Rose-Innes to discuss business, operations, and continuous improvement. Let's dive deeper into the meaning of continuous improvement, and how leaders can implement it in their business operations.Don't forget to subscribe and tune in for our April discussion!

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For our February session, Tim discusses exceptionalism with AnMed CEO William Kenley. What is exceptionalism, and how can leaders implement it to connect with those around them? Give this session a listen, and let us know your thoughts! Don’t forget to subscribe and stay tuned for our next episode in March!

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Happy New Year! To kick off our 2024 season, Tim discusses accountability and Patrick Lencioni "The Advantage" with Accenture Managing Director Marty Osborn. What is accountability? What are its identifiable trails? Give this session a listen, and let us know your thoughts. Don’t forget to subscribe and stay tuned for our next episode in February!

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Thank you for tuning in! This month, Tim discusses the idea of small business mentality with South Carolina Congressman Ralph Norman. Why are small businesses crucial to the backbone of America? How are our leaders recognizing their efforts? Listen to the full discussion, then let us know your thoughts. Don’t forget to subscribe and tune in for our next episode in 2024!

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Thanks for tuning in! This month Tim discusses MEP/SCMEP with SCMEP's President/CEO, Andy Carr. This month, Andy and Tim talk about how and what MEP/SCMEP does, and how they can help.

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Tim hosts a conversation on the differences between self-employment and owning a business with a new young leader in our community, Eli Stoudemayer.

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Tune in as we kickoff a new podcast series with more focused conversations on starting a new business.This month, Tim speaks with Adam Kring on his journey in becoming a brand-new business owner.

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Welcome to The Big Ideas for Small Business podcast. Thanks for tuning in!

If you are brand new, a recent subscriber, or have been listening for years, you'll quickly see that this podcast is a little bit different. There isn't a special guest and we are not discussing a specific business topic either.

Instead, we thought it would be a good idea to make sure all our listeners start their journey with us at the same place, by answering some questions you may have or have had.

Who is Tim? What does he do? Why does Big Ideas for Small Business exist?

Find out in today's episode, and as always, take care and God bless!

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Don't Miss This One!!! Tim and Gordon come back for a bonus episode to discuss The Five Omissions of Reward-Centered Leaders from Patrick Lencioni's book, The Motive, with our special guest Darien Rencher!

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Listen in as we wrap up the 5-part series of Tim and Gordon's conversation on The Five Omissions of Reward-Centered Leaders outlined in the book, The Motive, by Patrick Lencioni.

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Continuing with Part 4 of The Five Omissions Of Reward-Centered Leaders series! Tim and Gordon discuss the fourth omission: Running Great Team Meetings.

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Tune in to part 3 as Tim and Gordon continue talking through The Motive, by Patrick Lencioni, with the third omission: Having Difficult and Uncomfortable Conversations.

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Tim and Gordon continue their conversation on The Five Omissions of Reward Centered Leaders from The Motive by Patrick Lencioni, with Omission number 2, managing subordinates.

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Join us for Part 1 of this 5-part series on The 5 Omissions of Reward-Centered Leaders! To kick things off, guest host Gordon Blocker, has a conversation with Tim Hayden on Developing the Leadership Team.

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Happy New Year! Michael and Tim sit down to have a conversation discussing the differences of New Year's resolutions and annual goal planning, and why you should be writing down goals now!

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Join us for this special podcast as guest host, Michael Brown, interviews Tim Hayden and his wife, Dawn Hayden, on work life balance as a CEO/Business Owner.

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Listen in as Tim Hayden discusses employee retention with our special guest, Reggie Gay. An important conversation especially in today's world.

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Tune in for part 2 with Tim and Jimmy Lindsey as they continue to discuss recession planning.

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Listen in this month as Tim Hayden has a conversation with his banker, Jimmy Lindsey, regarding recession/recession planning.

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Part 2 of Leading Through Challenges and Chaos featuring guest host Shane Duffey. If you haven't listened to part 1 yet, be sure to check that out first!

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Shane Duffey is back with us today as our guest host interviewing Tim and Michael Brown on challenges these leaders have recently walked through! Stay tuned next month for part 2!

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Join us this month as Tim sits down with our special guest, Sam Gibson, to discuss organizing your leadership and how Monk Manual can be a great tool for this.

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Listen in as Tim sits down with Shane Duffey to discuss planning for changes in a leadership role!

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Join us this month for a special bonus podcast as guest host Gordon Blocker interviews Brad and Michael on their experience with Organizational Health so far!

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Part 3 of Organizational Health with Gordon Blocker. If you would like any questions answered from Tim or Gordon regarding Org Health, please feel free to comment or email and they will answer them on the next podcast.

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Part 2 of our 3 part series with Gordon Blocker on Organizational Health. If you haven't already, be sure to listen to part 1!

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Starting the year off with Gordon Blocker for a three part series on organizational health. Tune in as Tim Hayden and Gordon Blocker discuss Part 1 of this awesome series.

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How important are your choice of words? Join us as Tim Hayden discusses the power of words with Dan Lian!

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Tune in as Tim and our special guest today, Ben Boulware, discuss the importance of character and attitude. Be sure to look out for Ben Boulware's post on social media for our first ever video recorded podcast!

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What exactly is EAM? Join us as Tim sits down with Marty Osborn to discuss the 7 essentials of EAM.

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Join us and listen in with Tim and Pastor Brad Cooper as we discuss leadership and passion!

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In this podcast, our special guest, Mark Asbell co-founder of Tavallo, takes us through the basics of SEO and how this can be beneficial to businesses of all industries.

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The final part of our mini-podcast series "Family Meetings". Ron Reece joins us as we discuss the takeaways to Tim's family meeting.

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Ron Reece joins us again for part 2 on starting family meetings. Don't miss out on the guidance Ron shares in starting your own family meetings!

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Thinking of starting family meetings with your family? Then listen in to hear Ron Reece, with Reece & Associates, discuss with Tim Hayden on how to start meetings up with your family.

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Is this podcast Clayton King, founder of Clayton King Ministries and author, discusses how to simplify your life. This can apply to your work life and home life depending on your circumstances. In this fast-paced world we live in now, everyone could use some simplifying to make life a little easier.

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Brian Hobbs, President of Sales & Marketing of Ryobi Products, a subset of TTI, joins Tim Hayden, President and CEO of Sargent Metal, in part 2 of a two-part series on becoming a 360-degree leader.

This month, the focus is on the type of questions used and how this type of evaluation can benefit your team.

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At the end of the day, would you recommend a friend or peer to work for a particular manager? The answer to this question and many others is addressed in Part 1 of the 360-degree leadership review.

Brian Hobbs, President of Sales & Marketing of Ryobi Products, a subset of TTI, joins Tim Hayden, President and CEO of Sargent Metal, in this two-part series on becoming a 360-degree leader.

Next month, Brian shares the questions used in this type of evaluation. Mark your calendars!

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Listen in with Tim Hayden, President/CEO of Sargent Metal, and Chuck Cusumano, Business Coach & President of The Joshua Group as they discuss Strategic Planning for 2021.

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Why is Community Outreach important to small businesses and their communities? Tim Hayden, Pres/CEO of Sargent Metal and Riley Cummings, Anderson Campus Pastor of NewSpring Church give their thoughts on this topic.

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How can small changes make a big impact on your small business? Lean in and listen to Tim Hayden, President/CEO of Sargent Metal discuss this topic with Michael Brown, VP of Support Services at Sargent Metal.

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Jess Dantice, CEO/Founder of Zenployers discusses workers' comp insurance with Tim Hayden, President/CEO of Sargent Metal.

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Retirement. Are you prepared? Chris Hogan and Tim Hayden discuss how to prepare for retirement. Sign up for Chris Hogan's newsletter and try the online IQ tool at chrishogan360.com.

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In Part 3 of the Mentorship Series, Bill Nickas, Owner of Sullivan's Restaurant and Tim Hayden, Pres/CEO of Sargent Metal, both in Anderson, SC delve into Radical Mentoring. What is it and how does it differ from "regular" mentoring? Listen in.

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Mentorship Part 2 - Tim Hayden and Wendell Fannin chat about their mentoring relationship in part 2 of 3 in the Mentorship Series.

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Mentorship - Part One Tim Hayden, President/CEO and Michael Brown, VP Support Services of Sargent Metal define and discuss mentorship and the important role it plays in small business.

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Tim Hayden, Pres/CEO of Sargent Metal welcomes Matt Webber, CEO of 2 Chick-fil-a's in South Carolina. Lean in and listen as they discuss Freedom and what it can look like.

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Hope or Fear? Managing or Leading?

Listen in to Tim Hayden, President/CEO and Michael Brown, VP Support Services, both with Sargent Metal, discuss how to LEAD through a time of crisis.

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Tim Hayden, President/CEO of Sargent Metal Fabricators chats with Dave Merline, Attorney with Merline and Meacham, PA about the importance of setting up a trust.

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Succession Planning; What is it? Why is it important? Tim Hayden and Dave Merline discuss the value of having one.

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*This recording is dedicated to the memory of Chris Oakley who died tragically in a hunting accident on December 12, 2019.

Chris Oakley, Strategic Planning Coach joined Tim Hayden, President/CEO of Sargent Metal in a discussion about the importance of Strategic Planning.

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The Leadership Team of Sargent Metal joins Tim Hayden, President/CEO, in discussions about the meaning of Christmas and their traditions over the years. Merry Christmas to all our listeners!

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Tim Hayden, President/CEO of Sargent Metal and Shane Duffey, Pastor of Campuses at NewSpring Church in Anderson, SC, discuss leadership lessons they have learned over the years.

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Randy Gravitt, Life & Leadership Coach, joins Tim Hayden, President & CEO of Sargent Metal in a discussion about Talent and finding "A" people to employ. This is part two of a two-part series.

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Randy Gravitt, Life & Leadership Coach, joins Tim Hayden, President & CEO of Sargent Metal in a discussion about engaging your employees. This is part one of a two-part series.

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Eastern Cares. What does this mean? Listen in as Tim Hayden chats with Kip Miller, President and CEO of Eastern Industrial Supplies of Greenville, SC.

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Culture. Is it important in small business? Do you want to change your business culture? Listen to Tim Hayden discuss this with Dan Lian, Teaching Pastor at NewSpring Church in Anderson, SC.

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Guest Mike Michalowicz discusses with Tim Hayden his business path and tools to help businesses grow as a team.

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In this podcast, Tim Hayden discusses a personal blindspot brought to his attention by a close friend, Mark Greenway. Lean in and learn what it was and how he handled it.

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Know yourself to lead yourself part 3 series by Tim Hayden

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Know Yourself to Lead Yourself Part 2 really dives into knowing the difference in pride and confidence, and perception can play a big role in how what we do comes across to others.

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In this episode we find Tim Hayden discussing with Chris Oakley on how to get to know yourself so that you can better lead yourself. Getting others perspectives so that you can lead yourself better.

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In this episode we find Tim Hayden discussing with Rick Kirby from Frontline Chaplains on the topic of "Chaplains in the Workplace."

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In this episode we find Tim Hayden talking with Dr. Patrick Lowe from Louisville, Kentucky on the topic of creating Vision Boards, and why they are important.

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Listen to this months podcast on how to bring challenge to others in a respectable manner.

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In this episode we find Tim Hayden discussing with Essy Lucas on the topic "Blind Spots in Leadership." What is the broccoli in our teeth?

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In this episode Tim Hayden discusses with Riley Cummings (Campus Pastor at New Spring Church) and Haley Ramsey (Assistant to Riley Cummings) on the topic of how important it is to have an assistant.

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Here we find Shane Duffey interviewing the Big Ideas for Small Business podcast creator, Tim Hayden. They are reviewing Tim’s business goals for 2018 that he discussed back in January’s podcast episode #16 Creating Goals.

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In this episode Tim Hayden is discussing the topic of “Staff Change in Business” with two members of his local CEO Roundtable group. This group is a Christian Brother peer group for them to come together, and have open discussions about business. The two brothers we have joining Tim today is; Bill Nickas (local owner of Sullivan’s Metropolitan Grill), and Jesse Dantice (local entrepreneur in risk management and insurance).

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Want to know how you can get your team to think like you do? Then, listen to this podcast, where Chris Oakley is breaking down how you can develop your team to think more like you do!

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In this episode, we find local small business owner Tim Hayden talking with Kristi King-Brock from the local AIM organization (Anderson Interfaith Ministries) on the topic "Leaders are Givers."

Click the link below to view the show notes from this podcast. https://bigideasforsmallbusinessblog.wordpress.com/2018/05/02/leaders-are-givers/

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In the episode small business owner, Tim Hayden, talks with local advertising business owner, Emily Holland, on how to Market Your Business Through Social Media.

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In this Part 1 episode of a 2 Part series, Tim Hayden discusses with Emily Holland on how to market your business on social media.

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In this episode, Tim Hayden and fellow team member, Michael Brown, discuss how to become a Best Place to Work.

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We begin 2018 with Shane Duffey interviewing Tim Hayden on the importance of setting goals.

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In Episode 15, Michael Mullikin, Pastor at NewSpring Church, joins small business leader, Tim Hayden to discuss how a leader can create margin in their lives. Do you have 'think time' scheduled? Listen in to learn more.

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Small business owner, Tim Hayden, continues the discussion on Higher Hiring with Chris Oakley. Listen as they share how to make your business the best place to work by showing appreciation and providing encouragement to team members.

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Chris Oakley joins small business owner, Tim Hayden to continue the topic of Higher Hiring by discussing some specifics in the HTR (Hire, Train, Retain) process. This month, they discuss Behavior Assessments; the different types and how to use them to make the best hire for your company.

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In this month's episode, small business owner Tim Hayden and guest Jon Taylor discuss Higher Hiring, the process for recruiting, interviewing and hiring team members that fit the company culture and vision.

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On Episode 11, small business owner Tim Hayden gives an insightful and honest review on what it takes to be a leader making tough business decisions.

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Join small business owner, Tim Hayden, and executive pastor, Shane Duffey, as they discuss the importance of vision and culture in business. Vision is about 'one day'; Culture is about 'every day'.

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Small business owner, Tim Hayden discusses the importance of having a business and life coach with his coach, Willy Stewart. In this episode, they give guidelines of what an actual session is like based on their experiences over the years.

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In this episode, small business owner, Tim Hayden welcomes guest and life coach, Willy Stewart. Willy has been a Trusted Advisor & Accountability Partner to Tim for 7+ years. This is the first of a 2 part series.

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Small business owner, Tim Hayden, is interviewed by guest host, Jesse Dantice. Both discuss ways to balance SELF with work and family. This episode is the last of a 3 part series.

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Tim Hayden is interviewed by guest host, Jesse Dantice and provides insight into how to maintain balance with work and family. This episode is the second of a three part series.

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Tim Hayden is interviewed by guest host, Jesse Dantice and provides insight into how to maintain balance among work. This episode is the first of a three part series.

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Tim Hayden provides insight into how to maintain balance among work, family and self. This episode will be followed by a three part series.

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Discussion of the importance of a small business owner creating a succession plan in writing long before it is needed.

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Discussion of the importance of small business owners understanding the financial data of their business.

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Big Ideas for Small Business - Episode 1

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Big Ideas for Small Business Leadership Podcast - Intro