Episode 41

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29th May 2024

How Jason Rutel Thinks About Escaping Fear-Based Hustle Culture

On today's episode of "How Leaders Think," Kenny Lange engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with Jason Rutel, founder of Creative Nomads, on the perils of unbridled passion and the pursuit of success. Rutel sheds light on the impact of fear, the importance of self-evaluation, and the need to break free from societal expectations. Dive into this episode to gain insights on work-life balance, the dangers of hustle culture, and the power of self-awareness in leadership roles. Discover how to navigate the complexities of personal growth and authenticity in the workplace.

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Jason Rutel's Resources:
Website: https://creativenomads.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreativeNomads
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonrutel/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonrutel/


00:00 Work-life balance and self-motivation are important.
06:22 Balancing intense work drive with faith.
07:19 Meekness is power under control, balancing life.
12:18 Self-awareness is key to personal progress.
14:07 Process of daily remembering forms organizational identity.
18:20 Seeking identity through faith and service activities.
21:22 Embracing identity and purpose impacts work positively.
24:53 Hurry choking us, work-life balance unrealistic. Life-changing commitments.
29:03 Self reflection, self awareness, and making impact.
32:42 Be careful about who impacts your life.
35:05 Express gratitude, encourage sharing, connect through platforms.

#HowLeadersThink #SelfAwarenessJourney #BalanceAndHustle #AuthenticLeadership #MindfulWorkLife

  • (00:00) - Work-life balance and self-motivation are important.
  • (06:22) - Balancing intense work drive with faith.
  • (07:19) - Meekness is power under control, balancing life.
  • (12:18) - Self-awareness is key to personal progress.
  • (14:07) - Process of daily remembering forms organizational identity.
  • (18:20) - Seeking identity through faith and service activities.
  • (21:22) - Embracing identity and purpose impacts work positively.
  • (24:53) - Hurry choking us, work-life balance unrealistic. Life-changing commitments.
  • (29:03) - Self reflection, self awareness, and making impact.
  • (32:42) - Be careful about who impacts your life.
  • (35:05) - Express gratitude, encourage sharing, connect through platforms.
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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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- 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.