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EPISODE · Nov 3, 2025 · 49 MIN

Episode 5: Ryan Turnley - Leadership Is A Muscle

from Life and Leadership Stories · host Nathaniel Noertker

Send us Fan MailWe explore how a small-town work ethic, early mentorship, and a bias for action shaped Ryan Turnley’s path from CPG problem-solver to Leader. The throughline: calm beats chaos, empower your people, and build systems that let others thrive.• early lessons in work ethic and customer service• pivotal college choices and career entry into CPG• first big project wins and learning from setbacks• shifting from tactics to strategy with retailers• building analytics and cost-to-serve visibility• leading through layoffs, recessions, and COVID• empowering teams, clearing priorities, staying calm• learning what not to do as a manager• serving community as EMT and applying it at work• owning your career path and finding mentorsIf this episode inspired you, share it with someone who needs encouragement today

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Send us Fan Mail We explore how a small-town work ethic, early mentorship, and a bias for action shaped Ryan Turnley’s path from CPG problem-solver to Leader. The throughline: calm beats chaos, empower your people, and build systems that let others thrive. • early lessons in work ethic and customer service • pivotal college choices and career entry into CPG • first big project wins and learning from setbacks • shifting from tactics to strategy with retailers • building analytics and cost-to-...

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