Episode 118

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19th Nov 2025

How Cary Matthews Thinks About Difficult Conversations for Stronger Relationships

Cary Matthews, Managing Partner at Opal Partners Group, joins Kenny Lange to share his journey from Fortune 100 companies to empowering small business owners. In this episode, Cary reveals the leadership mindsets and operational strategies that drive sustainable growth and resilience. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an aspiring entrepreneur, you’ll gain actionable insights on building strong teams, navigating change, and scaling your business with confidence. Tune in for a candid, practical conversation that will help you think like a leader and lead with purpose.

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Cary Matthews Resources

Website: https://opalpg.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmatt/


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How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange.
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth.

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- Coaching and employee retention
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- Escaping hustle culture
- Building strong organizational values
- Adaptability in nonprofit leadership
- The intersection of personal growth and spirituality

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Kenny Lange

Kenny Lange helps faith-forward founders scale organizations without losing their soul, their people, or their mission.

After selling his first company and helping an agency nearly double revenue, Kenny discovered that scaling success can be just as hard as finding it. He's the creator of Lead to Scale™—a proven approach that guides leaders from chaos to Predictable Success.

Kenny hosts How Leaders Think, a globally top 10% podcast named a 2025 "must-listen" by MSN. His clients say he "cuts through the noise" and helps teams move from status meetings to strategic conversations.

Beyond business, Kenny and his wife Rebekah are on a mission to positively impact 10,000 kids by 2033.