In this episode of the Creative Potential Podcast, host Chris Decker engages in an illuminating conversation with Jeremy Axel, a business owner and host of the Never in Reverse Podcast. Jeremy shares his philosophy on overcoming restrictive mindsets, leading with risk, and the importance of authenticity in personal and professional growth.

The discussion delves into Jeremy's journey, including his challenges, his rewiring process, and his commitment to self-awareness and leadership. Throughout the episode, both Chris and Jeremy reflect on their experiences, emphasizing the value of learning from failure and building meaningful relationships.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Overcoming Restrictive Mindsets: Jeremy Axel discusses how to break free from limiting beliefs and adopt a mindset that embraces growth and possibility.
• Leading with Risk: The importance of taking calculated risks in business and life as a path to growth and innovation.
• Authenticity is Key: Jeremy emphasizes the role of authenticity in both personal and professional development.
• The Power of Self-Awareness: The episode highlights the value of self-awareness in leadership and decision-making.
• Learning from Failure: Both hosts reflect on how failure can be a powerful tool for learning and growth.
• Building Meaningful Relationships: The discussion underscores the significance of cultivating strong, authentic relationships in both business and personal life.

QUOTES

• “It's not about you. It never was. It’s a calling greater than ourselves.”
• “My circle gets smaller, but my team gets better.”
• “If they're not going to lead themselves and their family to a greater horizon, then they're probably not going to lead me.”
• “The frequency and connection without them saying a word… that’s leadership. It’s a light switch moment.”
• “You can’t do this alone.”
• “Leadership isn’t just about driving the ship. It’s about putting people in the passenger seats with you and letting them see through the window.”
• “The steps we've taken have just been this beautiful learning curve, a lot of weird decisions, good, bad, everything in between.”

Connect and learn more about Jeremy Axel.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremylaxel/

Timecodes

00:00 Introduction
00:44 Rewiring the Mindset
01:40 Meet Jeremy Axel
03:38 Overcoming Personal Boundaries
06:32 The Rewiring Process
10:46 Authenticity and Leadership
16:41 The Never in Reverse Podcast
22:16 Final Thoughts and Reflections