1,000 Stories
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Element Three

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What does it take to foster growth in both people and business?

Or-maybe the question really is: Who does it take?

In this Element Three original show, co-hosts Joe Mills and Reid Morris give leaders and future leaders alike full access to the minds and motivations behind some of the most mission-driven, growth-oriented leaders in the Indianapolis community and beyond. Join Joe and Reid as they sit down with leaders they admire to discover what makes them tick-all the while, answering that question: who does it take?
So…What Have We Learned?
20 December 2023

So…What Have We Learned?

How do leaders navigate crucial inflection points? That’s what hosts Joe and Reid set out to find out on this season of 1,000 Stories. There are so many inflection points in the course of building, scaling, and sustaining a business–so what are the tools and tactics that today’s best leaders have in their back pocket in order to navigate those inflection points in a way that is not only...
The Best Way To Filter Advice with Tiffany Sauder
06 December 2023

The Best Way To Filter Advice with Tiffany Sauder

There’s never been more expert advice accessible to leaders than there is today. A quick search online and you’ll find tips from countless resources on how you can navigate your particular leadership or business problem. Everyone has something to say. But the catch is: Who should you follow? Tiffany Sauder, CEO of Element Three, sits down with Joe Mills on this episode of 1,000 Stories to share...
Ignoring Noise & Following What’s Right for Your Business with Kelley Stacy
23 November 2023

Ignoring Noise & Following What’s Right for Your Business with Kelley Stacy

Ever found yourself wondering if leaders should stick to the norm or do what's best for their own company? It's like wading through a jungle of "best practices" for leadership – a real head-scratcher. Especially when we're all bombarded with advice on how to be a top-notch leader, figuring out what clicks with you can be a real puzzle. And, let's be real, in times like the crazy rollercoaster of...
A Guide to Navigating New Markets with Tim Leman
08 November 2023

A Guide to Navigating New Markets with Tim Leman

Challenges and opportunities. It’s the inherent balance that comes with entering new markets. You’ll overcome one and encounter the other. But what is most important is how you navigate through both. Tim Leman, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Gibson Insurance, joins Reid and Joe to share the key to entering, navigating, and growing within new markets. With Gibson Insurance going from a regional...
Investing in the Right Leaders with Adam Ringo
25 October 2023

Investing in the Right Leaders with Adam Ringo

Business acquisition isn’t just about considering the assets you’ll gain but also the leader you’ll work with. Can you work with them long-term? Are your values aligned? A leader’s identity and personality can often complicate your plans, whether you’re looking to buy a business or even partner with one. Understanding and respecting the different types of leaders will help you navigate these...
Uncovering Your True Purpose with Wes Cate
11 October 2023

Uncovering Your True Purpose with Wes Cate

“Who am I?” It’s a lifelong question many of us ask ourselves. We all have many roles and responsibilities, yet those are not the answer to the age-old question. Where do you go to unpack this question and unlock the answer to help you grow? Wes Cate, Founder of Creatio, a company that helps senior executives lead through complexity with clarity, courage, and compassion, shares in-depth insights...
How to Define Your Identity with Mark Caswell
27 September 2023

How to Define Your Identity with Mark Caswell

There’s no question what you do affects how you think about yourself. What happens when you realize your role for years no longer fits? For Mark Caswell, that means stepping down as CEO of Resultant and discovering he’s more than a title. Mark Caswell is now a board member at Resultant but is still learning more about his identity. He joins host Joe Mills on 1,000 Stories to talk about...
How Do Leaders Navigate the Impact of Change?
13 September 2023

How Do Leaders Navigate the Impact of Change?

A business’ inflection point is a critical moment that determines its future. Whether it’s taking on more capital or getting acquired, leaders are bound to have stories of how they navigated through these difficult circumstances—and that’s what hosts @Reid Morris and @Joe Mills intend to find out in the newest season of 1,000 Stories. Listen for a discussion about what you can learn from the...
Expanding What’s Possible with Rachel Downey
30 August 2023

Expanding What’s Possible with Rachel Downey

Knowing and seeing what’s possible is the first step to making it come true. For Rachel Downey, Founder and CEO of Share Your Genius, it was discovering that it was possible to run a business at make time for her daughter simultaneously. Rachel sits down with Joe and Reid on this episode of the 1,000 Stories podcast to tell the story of how the idea of Share Your Genius came to her on her...
Balancing Business and Martial Arts with Jamie Bradley
16 August 2023

Balancing Business and Martial Arts with Jamie Bradley

What are you fighting for? Most fighters might think that it’s all about their record and having more wins than losses. But in Muay Thai, it’s often about fighting to become a better version of yourself. Jamie Bradley, Muay Thai instructor and Gym Owner of KruFit, joined the 1,000 Stories podcast to talk about the beauty of Muay Thai, its impact on her life, the transition from being an athlete...