How To Build A High Performing Team W/ Gerald McHenry

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Gerald McHenry, the unstoppable force behind Jay/Impact Express, joins Chaz Wolfe on this episode of Gathering The Kings Podcast! Gerald's entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Rising from a pivotal role at ThyssenKrupp to acquiring Impact Express, his transportation business has become a true powerhouse. Based in Nashville and servicing major contracts with industry giants like Amazon and DHL, Gerald's business acumen is second to none. His dynamic personality shines through providing an incredible listening experience.In this high-energy episode, Gerald and Chaz dive into key topics that will revolutionize your business approach. From the significance of accurate company valuations to breaking down complex problems into manageable pieces, they share game-changing strategies. Aligning your team's vision and assembling the right people strategically are also key focal points. Brace yourself for a power-packed conversation that will leave you inspired and ready to conquer the business world. Tune in now and unleash your full potential!During this episode, you will learn about;[00:56]  Intro to Gerald McHenry and his business[03:55]  Gerald’s burning desire that keeps him pushing for more[05:12]  What is the bigger picture for Gerald?[06:54]  The origin story of Gerald starting his business[12:36]  Advice for anyone who has started their own business and it isn’t going well[21:47]  A good decision in business that Gerald has made[25:56]  Gerald walks through his business strategy[31:03]  How to get in alignment with your team[36:00]  What is the KPI Gerald would choose to track if he could only choose one?[39:38]  Gerald’s recommended resources[42:06]  How Gerald achieves work - life obsession[44:20]  Advice Gerald would give to the younger version of himself[47:02]  How to connect with Gerald[49:13]  Info on Gathering The Kings MastermindBibliography in MLA format:Voss, Chris. Never Split the Difference. Random House, 2016.Amazon.com: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It (Audible Audio Edition): Chris Voss, Michael Kramer, HarperAudio: Audible Books & OriginalsNotable Quotes"Your education gives you the platform, but experience gives you the real world." - Gerald McHenry"As I'm swimming, I'm not drowning." - Gerald McHenry"Write that plan down, and that'll keep you focused on the pieces and not so much on just the big picture of 'I'm drowning'." - Gerald McHenry"It's not gonna be easy, but have a plan, focus on the solution. Reduce your focus on the problem. Focus on the solution." - Gerald McHenry"I've always said there's gonna be one person working in the business, one person working on the business, and one person counting the money." - Gerald McHenry"I love boring businesses." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)"Alignment allows for leverage. If we're not in alignment, then we're battling." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)Books and Resources Recommended:Voss, Chris. Never Split the Difference. Random House, 2016.

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