Failure is Fuel: Developing Strong Leaders with Denver Whetten

Developing people is not just a strategy for Denver Whetten, it’s the entire mission behind his company. In this episode, Denver returns to the podcast to share the lessons he’s learned about running a people-first business, from recognizing leadership capacity in others, to navigating failure, to scaling mentorship as your business grows. He also reminds us that as leaders, we have the power to change lives and should not take that lightly. Make sure to listen to part one of our conversation with Denver, if you haven’t already!  Want a clearer picture of what’s working in your business—and what needs attention? Take the free 12 Fundamentals Assessment for a personalized score and your clearest next step: 12fundamentals.comEpisode Recap:What does it mean to run a people-first business?  What’s one thing you wish everyone knew about developing people? How have you grown and changed as a leader? What traits do you look for when evaluating leadership capacity?  How do you navigate failure, and why can it be a good thing? How has your approach to development changed as your business has grown? Where do you see your industry headed when it comes to leadership?  What would you tell yourself from five years ago?  Legacy is about the lives you change Not sure where to start? Describe what’s happening in your business or team, then explore 400+ practical resources to help you take the next right step: resources.pathforgrowth.comResources:Follow the podcast on Apple or SpotifySchedule a call to learn more about Path for Growth Coaching and CommunityDownload the Free Reading GuideListen to Denver’s first episodeConnect with our Founder Alex Judd on LinkedIn and Instagram