In this episode, I sit down again with my longtime mentor and friend, Jay Youell. Jay was actually the very first guest on this podcast, and after nearly 200 episodes, I wanted to return to someone who had a tremendous influence on both my leadership and my life.

We talk about integrity, trust, listening, and the importance of having a moral compass. Jay reflects on lessons from his father, how his faith transformed the way he leads, and why honoring your word still matters. He also shares practical wisdom on handling conflict, slowing conversations down, and truly listening to people instead of simply waiting to respond.

A major theme throughout the conversation is culture. From leadership to cowboying to surfing to relationships, Jay explains how respect, consistency, humility, and humanity shape the environments we create around us.

Toward the end, Jay offers guidance for younger leaders on choosing the right influences, managing priorities, and staying grounded in values that last over time.

This was a deeply personal conversation for me, and one I believe will stay with listeners long after it ends.

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