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E61: Paving Your Own Way with Mike Calhoun

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In this powerhouse episode of Answers from the Stairs, Mike Calhoun shares his journey of leadership, discipline, and legacy-building across high-performance environments. From breaking patterns to branding excellence, Mike dives into what it takes to truly pave the way—for yourself, your team, and the next generation.

  • 00:00 Intro: Kicking off a conversation rooted in growth, leadership, and high standards.
  • 10:11 Breaking Bad Behavior: How discipline and accountability shape long-term success.
  • 20:10 Contraband: Confronting hidden habits and distractions that derail potential.
  • 30:15 Representing Excellence: Living as an example of what’s possible—on and off the field.
  • 41:00 The Professional Line: Knowing when and how to draw boundaries while staying mission-focused.
  • 50:30 Teaching the Talent: Mentorship, development, and the responsibility of passing the baton.
  • 01:00:48 Crystallizing the Brand: Building an identity rooted in integrity, not image.
  • 01:10:12 Challenging Environments: Thriving under pressure and leading when it’s hardest.
  • 01:19:53 Move Out of Your Own Way: Letting go of self-imposed limits to fully embrace your calling.

Tune in for a raw and empowering conversation with Mike Calhoun that challenges you to lead boldly, serve others, and become the standard—not just follow it.

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In this powerhouse episode of Answers from the Stairs, Mike Calhoun shares his journey of leadership, discipline, and legacy-building across high-performance environments. From breaking patterns to branding excellence, Mike dives into what it takes to truly pave the way—for yourself, your team, and the next generation.

  • 00:00 Intro: Kicking off a conversation rooted in growth, leadership, and high standards.
  • 10:11 Breaking Bad Behavior: How discipline and accountability shape long-term success.
  • 20:10 Contraband: Confronting hidden habits and distractions that derail potential.
  • 30:15 Representing Excellence: Living as an example of what’s possible—on and off the field.
  • 41:00 The Professional Line: Knowing when and how to draw boundaries while staying mission-focused.
  • 50:30 Teaching the Talent: Mentorship, development, and the responsibility of passing the baton.
  • 01:00:48 Crystallizing the Brand: Building an identity rooted in integrity, not image.
  • 01:10:12 Challenging Environments: Thriving under pressure and leading when it’s hardest.
  • 01:19:53 Move Out of Your Own Way: Letting go of self-imposed limits to fully embrace your calling.

Tune in for a raw and empowering conversation with Mike Calhoun that challenges you to lead boldly, serve others, and become the standard—not just follow it.

  continue reading

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