66: Biscuits, Backlash and Career Lessons from Cracker Barrel

In this episode of Passion, Purpose, and Paychecks, I share a personal story about my long-standing tradition of having breakfast with my father at the Cracker Barrel in Morristown, Tennessee. Recently, Cracker Barrel tried to change its classic design, but after strong customer backlash, they made the decision to return to their roots. That got me thinking about what we can learn from this moment and how it connects to our own careers and leadership journeys.

I’ll walk you through three lessons from Cracker Barrel that we can all apply:

• ​ Know your core identity
• ​ Listen to feedback
• ​ Be willing to pivot

If you’re navigating change in your career, leading a team through challenges, or simply trying to stay true to yourself at work, this episode will give you fresh perspective and encouragement.