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In this episode, we speak to Jason Scott, founder of 120 VC, a consulting firm that helps large organizations build high-performing teams and achieve better results. They discuss Jason's journey from growing up in a tough neighborhood to the military to starting his own business. Jason provides insights on leadership, accountability, and empowering teams.
Key Quotes:
"Getting that alignment is really easy when you have a team player, because there's only three reasons to do anything - improve customer satisfaction, team member satisfaction, or profitability." - Jason Scott
"What we do now is we go in and we know corporate America gives a lot of lip service to teams. We're a team. We're a team. We're a team. Except for they don't operate like teams." - Jason Scott
"Leadership in and of itself is a change discipline...And lastly, that whole thing, leaders are born, not made. That's baloney." - Jason Scott
Main Discussion Points:
- Jason's challenging upbringing and early experiences that drove his persistence and curiosity
- His approach of working across industries and “living a five or six brand day” to accelerate his learning
- Why big companies often struggle when they lose touch with their mission and culture
- The role of leadership in aligning teams around shared priorities
- Why mastering leadership requires practice and accountability from coaches
- Action is more important than learning alone; leaders need to motivate teams to change
Chapters:
[00:01:09] John Kelley and Jason Scott discuss beginnings versus endings
[00:03:00] Revolutionize Your Business Operations with Wingman
[00:03:58] Jason Scott: The Journey of A High School Dropout to the CEO of 120 VC
[00:09:16] Transforming High Functioning Individuals into High Performing Teams
[00:14:16] John Kelley discusses project management efficiency and leadership coaching
[00:18:13] John Kelley Discusses Leadership, Military Experience and Reflecting On Performance
[00:20:50] The Power of Teamwork in Business
[00:24:42] Discussing Leadership Dynamics with John Kelley
[00:28:55] John Kelley Discusses Leadership, Teamwork, and Business Innovation
[00:32:54] Creating High Functioning Unified Teams Through Culture-Centric Leadership
[00:38:06] John Kelley Discusses Leadership Styles and Employee Relationships within Companies
[00:40:03] GSD, company culture and the future of big companies
[00:45:40] John Kelley Advocates for Leadership Training and Accountability Partners
[00:49:52] The Art of Mastery with John Kelley
[00:52:00] Jason Scott on Leadership Consulting and Affordable Alternatives
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Founder & CEO
J. Scott, a talentless, real-life anti-hero who doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk. Growing up in the streets of Los Angeles with less-than-ideal parents, J. learned early on that actions speak louder than words.
After dropping out of high school at 17, J. joined the Navy and learned firsthand that grit and courage could overcome any lack of talent. He embraced every opportunity to learn and eventually became a Naval Rescue Swimmer, jumping out of helicopters to save lives.
Rewind, two decades ago, J. founded 120VC to help people, leaders, and teams get things done that really matter. He's uncovered some universal truths along the way: organizations are optimized for the results they're
getting, and to get different results, humans need to perform their jobs differently.
But here's the kicker: humans crave success in all areas of their lives, and nobody knows how to be successful doing their job differently.
That's where leaders come in - to help people feel safe to experiment and slay new ways of working.
J. Scott is the epitome of the anti-thought leader, proving that leadership isn’t about being the most talented or successful person on the team.
It’s about helping your team members define and deliver success. If you surround yourself with talented people and inspire them to reach for THEIR potential, the leader doesn’t need to be talented. They just have to play for the team. J. Scott is a regular guy who's proven that actions speak louder than words.
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