EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 25 MIN
Culture Over Credentials: Rich Ashton on Building Leaders From Within
from JEDAN PODCAST · host Daniel Agbontean
In this episode, I sit down with Rich Ashton, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 45 years of experience owning and leading small businesses. Throughout his career, Rich faced a challenge that many business owners know all too well: the tough decision between hiring outside leadership talent that may not align with company culture or promoting loyal, high-performing employees who aren’t fully prepared for leadership roles.
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In this episode, I sit down with Rich Ashton, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 45 years of experience owning and leading small businesses. Throughout his career, Rich faced a challenge that many business owners know all too well: the tough decision between hiring outside leadership talent that may not align with company culture or promoting loyal, high-performing employees who aren’t fully prepared for leadership roles.
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Culture Over Credentials: Rich Ashton on Building Leaders From Within
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