Think Bigger - Robert Clinkenbeard - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #163 episode artwork

EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 33 MIN

Think Bigger - Robert Clinkenbeard - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode #163

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Today’s guest is a visionary growth strategist who challenges business owners to think bigger, lead better, and push beyond perceived limits. Introducing Robert Clinkenbeard, CEO of Wilson360. Robert partners with host Greg McDonough to share how endurance training, strategic coaching, and incremental improvements can help leaders scale businesses, build high-performing teams, and unlock untapped potential. He also delves into the importance of accountability, surrounding yourself with A-players, and why leaders must think beyond small, incremental growth goals to create transformational results.Robert emphasizes that sustainable growth comes from consistent incremental improvements, clear strategy, and surrounding yourself with people who challenge you to perform at a higher level.Takeaways:Think beyond incremental growth and challenge yourself to envision transformational outcomes.Break ambitious goals into smaller, measurable milestones that teams can rally around.Build a team of A-players who elevate conversations, decision-making, and execution.Small operational and cultural improvements compound significantly over time.Accountability is essential, growth requires leaders to make difficult decisions.Strong coaches and mentors should have real-world experience and a proven track record.Peer groups create honest feedback loops that help uncover blind spots faster.Leaders should intentionally plan for life after business ownership, not just the exit itself.Endurance sports and business leadership both require resilience, discipline, and long-term thinking.Great organizations align vision, strategy, and people around a shared purpose.Quote of the Show:“The idea of having a coach is great, but you have to be willing to do the work and make the hard decisions.” - Robert ClinkenbeardLinks:Robert Clinkenbeard’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-clinkenbeard/Wilson360’s Website: https://wilson-360.com/Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts:Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast  Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Today’s guest is a visionary growth strategist who challenges business owners to think bigger, lead better, and push beyond perceived limits. Introducing Robert Clinkenbeard, CEO of Wilson360. Robert partners with host Greg McDonough to share how endurance training, strategic coaching, and incremental improvements can help leaders scale businesses, build high-performing teams, and unlock untapped potential. He also delves into the importance of accountability, surrounding yourself with A-players, and why leaders must think beyond small, incremental growth goals to create transformational results.Robert emphasizes that sustainable growth comes from consistent incremental improvements, clear strategy, and surrounding yourself with people who challenge you to perform at a higher level.Takeaways:Think beyond incremental growth and challenge yourself to envision transformational outcomes.Break ambitious goals into smaller, measurable milestones that teams can rally around.Build a team of A-players who elevate conversations, decision-making, and execution.Small operational and cultural improvements compound significantly over time.Accountability is essential, growth requires leaders to make difficult decisions.Strong coaches and mentors should have real-world experience and a proven track record.Peer groups create honest feedback loops that help uncover blind spots faster.Leaders should intentionally plan for life after business ownership, not just the exit itself.Endurance sports and business leadership both require resilience, discipline, and long-term thinking.Great organizations align vision, strategy, and people around a shared purpose.Quote of the Show:“The idea of having a coach is great, but you have to be willing to do the work and make the hard decisions.” - Robert ClinkenbeardLinks:Robert Clinkenbeard’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-clinkenbeard/Wilson360’s Website: https://wilson-360.com/Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ Keep up to date on our social accounts:Check out our Website: http://enduranceofficer.com/ Community Discount Link: https://ceopodcast.myezrewards.com/signup/chief-endurance-officer-podcast  Join my Endurance Leadership Community: https://endurance-leadership-community.mn.co/share/_C3ZDRz7OX2vbCme?utm_source=manual Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

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