Justin Nassiri on Why CEOs Need a Voice on LinkedIn | Growth Elevated
In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli talks with Justin Nassiri, founder and CEO of Executive Presence and a former Navy officer, McKinsey consultant, and serial entrepreneur. Justin shares how he helps CEOs and executives build credibility and influence on LinkedIn.He explains why LinkedIn has become the most powerful platform for business leaders. He shares how executives can overcome the fear of posting, shift from self-promotion to education, and use storytelling to engage their audience. Julian and Justin discuss the data behind what actually works on LinkedIn, how to turn interviews into high-performing content, and why consistency matters more than perfection.They also explore Justin’s journey from submarine officer to Silicon Valley founder to leadership advisor, the lessons he learned about timing, product market fit, and the mindset that separates successful entrepreneurs from struggling ones.If you’ve ever wondered how top executives use LinkedIn to grow their brand, attract opportunities, and inspire their teams, this episode breaks it all down. Ready to take your leadership to the next level? 👉 Visit us at GrowthElevated.com📲 Follow us on LinkedIn for daily leadership inspiration and updates.
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Leading Young Men: How Coach Josh Montzingo Transformed a Football Program and a Community | Growth Elevated
In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli sits down with Park City High School head football coach Josh Montzingo to unpack the leadership journey behind one of Utah’s most inspiring sports turnarounds.Coach Montzingo reflects on his experience transforming a struggling high school football team through character development, cultural alignment, and meaningful relationships.He also explains how mentorship, fundraising, delegation, and personal growth shaped his philosophy and how he guided a high-school football team and its leadership council to redefine their values in pursuing lasting success .The episode covers parallels between coaching and corporate leadership, how to scale with limited resources, and the mindset needed to do hard things as a team or community.This podcast gives valuable lessons and insights to those who are leading a startup or sports team. Ready to take your leadership to the next level? Explore expert insights, practical strategies, and powerful tools to elevate your impact in business.👉 Visit us at GrowthElevated.com📲 Follow us on LinkedIn for daily leadership inspiration and updates.Let’s grow together!
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Get Ahead of the Curve: Annual Planning for Growth Leaders | Growth Elevated
In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli talks about annual planning with Gord Boyce, a veteran tech CEO and EOS implementer, and Keziah Wonstolen, founder and CEO of Vannin Chief of Staff, an award-winning entrepreneur and former Accenture Chief of Staff.They share why most companies start planning too late and how shifting the process earlier can set your team up for success. Gord explains how EOS tools like vision building, rocks, and Level 10 meetings turn strategy into action. Keziah highlights the role of a chief of staff in keeping the process on track, aligning teams, and ensuring consistent communication.You’ll hear practical tips on retrospectives, top-down and bottom-up planning, quarterly reviews, and how to keep your plan simple and achievable. They also reveal the pitfalls of big-enterprise planning and how to adapt in today’s remote, fast-paced work environment.So, If annual planning feels overwhelming or messy, this episode will give you a clear playbook to simplify the process, align your team, and make strategy execution part of your culture.Ready to take your leadership to the next level? 👉 Visit us at GrowthElevated.com📲 Follow us on LinkedIn for daily leadership inspiration and updates.
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Stop the Chaos: Doing Executive Meetings the Right Way | Growth Elevated
In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli reveals how to turn your weekly executive meetings into something that actually drives results.He highlights a harsh reality: executive meetings are among the most costly hours a company spends, yet they are so often neglected.Julian shares a simple framework to change that:Start with vision and values, so it sets the tone and reminds everyone why they’re there. Keep updates short and to the point, no rambling. Got a big issue that’s going to eat up time? Toss it into the “parking lot” and come back to it later, without derailing the whole meeting.He also digs into the prep work that makes all the difference, like how shared docs keep everyone aligned and why assigning clear roles keeps things moving.So, if your meetings drag on, feel messy, or end without clear action steps, this episode will give you the reset you’ve been waiting for.Ready to take your leadership to the next level? 👉 Visit us at GrowthElevated.com📲 Follow us on LinkedIn for daily leadership inspiration and updates.Let’s grow together!
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Creating Real Engagement: Dave Garrison on The Buy-In Advantage | Growth Elevated
In this episode of the Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast, host Julian Castelli talks with Dave Garrison, co-founder and Chief Navigation Officer of Garrison Growth and author of The Buy-In Advantage. Dave shares how great leaders inspire real commitment from their teams instead of just compliance. He explains why so many employees are disengaged and how leaders can create a culture where people care deeply about their work. Dave and Julian discuss simple, practical tools from his book, including the “collective genius” process that helps teams make smarter decisions together, and the “three is greater than seven” rule that keeps priorities clear and achievable. Dave also shares how a surprising conversation with a shaman changed his view of leadership, purpose, and success. They explore how defining purpose and values can improve hiring, lower turnover, and boost profits by building genuine buy-in across the company. The conversation is full of lessons for CEOs, executives, and anyone who wants to lead with purpose and unlock their team’s potential. If you want to elevate engagement, improve alignment, and help your people thrive, this episode will show you how.Ready to take your leadership to the next level? 👉 Visit us at GrowthElevated.com📲 Follow us on LinkedIn for daily leadership inspiration and updates.
The Growth Elevated Leadership Podcast is designed to help you become a better leader. Each week we interview C-Level leaders of SaaS and other technology companies and explore their lessons from their growth journey.
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