As Season 4 comes to a close, David reflects on the most powerful takeaways from the incredible guests and conversations that shaped this season. In this special finale episode, he counts down his Top 10 Lessons Learned — insights that have inspired deeper growth, fresh perspective, and personal transformation.

Whether you've been listening all season or are just tuning in, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable insights you won't want to miss. From powerful mindset shifts to the habits and clarity that drive real growth, David wraps up Season 4 with an inspiring finale you won’t want to miss.

🌱 Tune in, grow with us, and get ready for what’s next.

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This week on In The Growth Space, David is joined by Christian Muntean—advisor to owners, executives, and boards, and the founder of Vantage Consulting. Christian has helped small and mid-sized companies drive over $500 million in top-line growth, all while expanding margins and giving leaders back their time and freedom. Christian is also the author of Train to Lead, a practical, field-tested 90-day leadership development program inspired by the principles of athletic training.

In this episode, David and Christian discuss:

• The inspiration behind Train to Lead and how it blends athletic training principles—like periodization, conditioning, strength, endurance, power, and recovery—with leadership development
• Common challenges faced by both new and experienced leaders—and practical ways to overcome them
• How to mitigate burnout by adjusting pacing in the workplace, and why simply “pushing through” doesn’t lead to sustainable success
• How leaders can build daily routines and use self-assessment as a tool for long-term growth and continuous improvement

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This week on In The Growth Space, David welcomes back leadership expert and returning guest Jeff Hancher. From serving in the U.S. Army, to climbing through ten promotions at a Fortune 500 company, Jeff’s journey is one of grit, growth, and leadership in action. In this conversation, Jeff also gives us a preview of his upcoming book, which centers on one of the most critical (and often overlooked) leadership skills: giving effective workplace feedback.

In this episode, David and Jeff explore:

• How Jeff’s leadership journey began and the pivotal role mentors played in shaping his path.
• Practical strategies for navigating tough workplace conversations with clarity and confidence.
• A breakdown of expectations, feedback, and accountability—why most leaders excel at only one or two, and how to strengthen all three.
• The framework for giving effective feedback, and why tactile, people-focused leadership makes all the difference.

Jeff’s book, Firm Feedback in a Fragile World: How to Build a Winning Culture with Critical Conversations releases June 17th. Preorder it here!

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This week on In The Growth Space, David sits down with Paul Gustavson—tech industry leader, author, and co-founder/CTO of SimVentions, a company providing cutting-edge engineering solutions to support today’s military and decision-makers. With over two decades at the helm of innovation, Paul shares stories and insights from his leadership journey and discusses his newest book, Face the Mountain. He’s also the author of Imagine, Breaking Average, Speech Blueprint, and Leaders Press On, and a co-host of the Breaking Average Podcast.

In this episode, David and Paul explore:

• The inspiration behind Face the Mountain and how personal trials shaped Paul’s perspective on leadership and growth
• Reflections on courage, compassion, and the inner battles leaders face, including self-doubt and criticism
• Stories from Paul’s 25-year journey in business and lessons learned through both success and setbacks
• A conversation about stepping into the “arena” of life and leadership—what it means to show up and persevere despite uncertainty

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This week on In The Growth Space, David sits down with Corporate Wellness Specialist, Megan Wollerton. After experiencing corporate burnout in the oil and gas industry, Megan redirected her focus toward personal well-being and discovered a passion for helping others do the same. Her studies in exercise, nutrition, mental resilience, and behavior change inspired her to found Life Force Wellness LLC, a corporate wellness company centered on seven key areas of well-being.

Megan holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a Marketing focus and a Psychology minor. She's certified in personal training, health and nutrition coaching, corporate wellness, and positive psychology. She’s also a #1 Amazon Bestselling Author of From Burdened to Balanced: Finding Renewal Through Scripture + Science.

In this episode, David and Megan explore:

• Megan’s journey from corporate burnout to a purpose-driven focus on holistic wellness
• The seven pillars of well-being—and how they interconnect to support lasting health
• What it means to take a whole-person approach to wellness, beyond just the workplace
• Practical, actionable tips for applying wellness principles in everyday life

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This week on In The Growth Space, David sits down with Lynzy Groves, Senior Development Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association in the Pittsburgh region. Together, they explore how Alzheimer’s impacts individuals, families, caregivers, and the workplace.

Lynzy shares powerful insights on how employers and leaders can better support team members facing caregiving challenges—and how awareness and empathy can reshape workplace culture. She also highlights key resources available through the Alzheimer’s Association to help those navigating this difficult journey.

It’s a meaningful conversation about compassion, community, and the role leaders play in supporting their team members.

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In this special 200th episode of In The Growth Space, David takes the mic solo to reflect on the incredible journey so far. From heartfelt growth stories, and inspiring entrepreneurial journeys, to the behind-the-scenes lessons — David shares what he’s learned from two hundred conversations.

Whether you're a longtime listener or just joining us, this episode is a celebration of growth, learning, and community.

And be sure to listen to the end — there’s a little surprise from the podcast team, and some familiar voices you just might recognize.

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In this week’s episode of In The Growth Space, we’re joined by a seasoned expert with 25 years in the Tech Professional Services industry, Gerry Gadoury. Over the course of his career he has served as a recruiter, sales leader, consultant, trainer, executive, speaker, business owner, and best-selling author. Gerry developed the Destination Employer Methodology, helping startups and early-stage companies attract, recruit, and retain top talent. He is also the creator of the first Cybersecurity & Tech-focused Recruitment & Retention as a Service (RaaS) Platform and the Destination Employer Program, supporting both government and private sector organizations in building strong, cost-effective teams. On top of all of that, he is the author of the #1 best-selling book Destination Employer and continues to drive startup growth through his expertise.

In this episode, David & Gerry discuss:

• The Destination Employer Methodology and how it helps companies attract and retain top talent.
• How Gerry’s Marine Corps background influences his perspective on leadership.
• The key elements for team success, retention, and empowering employees to make decisions.
• Navigating the modern employment landscape and building leadership at every stage of company growth.

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