From Entrepreneur to Vistage Chair: Lessons from Jim Bramlett

What does it take to lead with clarity, build trust, and create a lasting culture in business?

In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr sits down with Jim Bramlett, Vistage Chair, author of The Unconventional Thinking of Dominant Companies, and a serial entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience. Jim has started seven companies, navigated both failure and success, and now coaches executives through growth, leadership, and succession challenges.

Jim explains why peer groups like Vistage provide leaders with the safe space, accountability, and insights they can’t find anywhere else. He shares stories of business transformation, leadership lessons, and practical insights on how executives can grow healthier companies while avoiding burnout.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the best leaders are vulnerable, coachable, and lifelong learners
• How self-limiting beliefs hold leaders back from their full potential
• Why culture is intentional—and becomes your biggest competitive advantage
• The importance of coaching and developing mid-level leaders for growth
• Why every executive needs trusted peers to avoid isolation at the top

If you’re a CEO, consultant, or executive leader who wants to scale without sacrificing your health or culture, this episode will challenge you to think differently and lead with greater clarity.

Connect with Jim Bramlett:
Website: https://jimbramlett.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimbramlett1

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