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EPISODE · Jun 20, 2025 · 38 MIN

The REAL Reason Fatherhood Makes You a BETTER Leader

from Business Roundtable · host David W. Carr

In this special Father’s Day Edition of the Business Roundtable Podcast, I sit down with my longtime friend and accomplished leader, Joel Clelland, to explore the powerful connections between fatherhood, leadership, and ambition. Drawing from decades of experience in education, entrepreneurship, and community leadership, Joel shares his insights on what it means to lead with integrity, live with ambition, and serve with purpose.We dive deep into:The true meaning of ambition and why it’s often misunderstoodHow fatherhood has shaped Joel’s perspective on leadership and legacyNavigating the balance between career, family, and personal growthWhy living with purpose requires constant reflection and adjustmentHow to avoid the pitfalls of short-term thinking and focus on building something lastingWhether you’re a father, business leader, or someone looking to leave a lasting impact, Joel’s reflections on ambition and leadership offer timeless wisdom. This is more than just a conversation; it’s a call to think deeply about the legacy you’re building every single day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/business-roundtable--6049255/support.Connect with Steward Your Business:Book a Leadership Clarity Call: https://calendar.stewardyourbusiness.com/ccCall: +1 909.404.9865Website: https://stewardyourbusiness.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwcarrWatch more episodes  and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@steward_your_business

In this special Father’s Day Edition of the Business Roundtable Podcast, I sit down with my longtime friend and accomplished leader, Joel Clelland, to explore the powerful connections between fatherhood, leadership, and ambition. Drawing from decades of experience in education, entrepreneurship, and community leadership, Joel shares his insights on what it means to lead with integrity, live with ambition, and serve with purpose.We dive deep into:The true meaning of ambition and why it’s often misunderstoodHow fatherhood has shaped Joel’s perspective on leadership and legacyNavigating the balance between career, family, and personal growthWhy living with purpose requires constant reflection and adjustmentHow to avoid the pitfalls of short-term thinking and focus on building something lastingWhether you’re a father, business leader, or someone looking to leave a lasting impact, Joel’s reflections on ambition and leadership offer timeless wisdom. This is more than just a conversation; it’s a call to think deeply about the legacy you’re building every single day.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/business-roundtable--6049255/support.Connect with Steward Your Business:Book a Leadership Clarity Call: https://calendar.stewardyourbusiness.com/ccCall: +1 909.404.9865Website: https://stewardyourbusiness.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwcarrWatch more episodes  and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@steward_your_business

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