Good Is the Enemy of Great - EP75 - CCP Brian Belliveau

In this episode of The Clark Connection Podcast, Aaron Clark aka THE Coach sits down with Brian Belliveau, Chief Growth Officer at Columbia Southern University, to talk about leadership, mentorship, and long-term growth.Brian shares his journey from military service to education leadership and the lessons he’s learned along the way about patience, ownership, and making career decisions that hold up over time. The conversation dives into why mentorship matters, how feedback accelerates growth, and why mastering the basics of leadership is essential for anyone who wants to move from good to great.This episode is packed with practical insight for leaders, professionals, and anyone serious about personal and professional development. If you’re focused on growth, value, and becoming a better leader — this one’s for you.Chapter List00:00 Coming Up01:05 Theme Song01:29 Welcome and Sponsorship Shout outs04:54 The Journey to Leadership09:47 The Importance of Patience in Leadership15:11 Learning Through Experience20:01 The Role of Mentorship in Development25:09 Long-Term Thinking vs. Short-Term Gains30:41 The Journey of Mentorship and Connection33:39 The Gift of Feedback and Personal Growth34:36 Leadership Basics: Blocking and Tackling36:17 Consistency Over Trends in Leadership39:13 The Value of Mentorship in Leadership40:08 Learning from Observations and Tough Moments42:07 The Importance of Preparation and Learning44:29 Ownership and Responsibility in Leadership47:41 Recommended Reads for Leaders52:11 Striving for Greatness Over Goodness54:30 The Heart of Columbia Southern UniversityConnect with me on my website www.coachaclark.comor social media @coach.a.clarkGot Questions?? Ask THE Coach! Submit your questions here:https://forms.gle/CxAoZ2xw6Z8aDifg8 Premium Sponsor:Vicki with Hubbard Flooring StudioCall: 225-924-1582 Website: www.hubbardflooringstudio.comAddress: 11880 Boylan Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70809Sponsors:Brian with Steadfast Electriccall: 225-457-7957 or website: https://steadfastelectric.com/Bobbie with A Comfy Quest, LLC Call: 225-773-0307 or visit https://www.massagebook.com/biz/AComfyQuestLA9521Andrew with Automate Integrate Professional ServicesVisit: Https://automate-integrate.com or email [email protected]. Robert W. Smith DC, DABCI Chiropractic InternistVisit: https://www.brspine.com/ or Call: 225-291-2626