Unlock Massive Success: John Reikes' journey learning from failure to repeatable success!

PossibLaw

In this episode of PossibLaw, host Sal” Carranza sits down with entrepreneur and former legal-tech CEO John Reikes to unpack the mind-set that turns failing ventures into successful exits. From scaling global teams and leading culture change to balancing parenting with high-stakes business decisions, John shares hard-won lessons on entrepreneurship, leadership, emotional intelligence, transparency, risk assessment, adaptability, AI, deep learning, and professional development. Listen in to learn how a “software-developer mentality” and a bias for action can supercharge your career—no matter your industry.---Takeaways* Curiosity and adaptability are the cheat codes for long-term success.* Great culture starts with transparency and genuine trust.* Treat teammates as irreplaceable partners, not fungible resources.* Luck matters—so widen your “luck surface area” by taking more shots.* Map every decision to measurable KPIs, then test and iterate fast.* A 51% win rate compounded over time beats perfectionism.* Align pricing with perceived value; educate clients when AI shifts expectations.* Cutting costs slows decline; investing in people fuels growth.* Parenthood can sharpen patience, foresight, and emotional control at work.* Emerging AI tools won’t replace the problem-solvers who learn to wield them.---👤 Guest BioJohn Reikes is an entrepreneur, ex-CEO of High Impact (visual legal strategy) and former product leader at Kroll Ontrack and Elevate. With a background that spans software development, sales, legal tech, and executive management, he specializes in turning business units into high-growth, tech-enabled profit centers. Off the clock, he’s a guitarist, gym-rat, and proud dad of two.🔗 Connect With John• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-reikes-b983ab5/🔗 More From Salvador• Full library of founder & transformation-leader interviews: https://joyfound.studio• Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/salvadorcarranza👉*If you’re fascinated by the entrepreneurial journey, growth mind-sets, and success habits, hit Subscribe and tap the bell so you never miss an episode!Sound Bites"You have to act, not just talk about it.""Success isn't just about the end result.""The journey is what life is about."Chapters00:00 Introduction to John Reikes: A Multifaceted Journey04:15 College08:54 After Law School12:19 Software Startup Learning15:17 Back to Leading in the Legal Industry25:30 The Impact of Parenthood on Professional Life27:22 Emotional Intelligence: Lessons from Parenting30:09 The Importance of Listening in Leadership32:43 Transparency and Decision-Making in Business34:57 Building a Culture of Trust and Communication37:44 The Role of Data and Reflection in Decision-Making40:20 The Intersection of Law and Business Strategy45:16 Build Culture around Transparency of Information48:49 The Builder Mentality is the key to success52:07 The Importance of Objective Decision-Making54:18 Practitioner over Professor55:48 Financial Literacy for Everyone in the Company is Critical01:01:25 Aligning Employee Incentives with Business Goals01:03:29 Navigating Value Perception in Business01:07:15 Embracing Technology and Job Security01:08:37 Growth vs. Cost-Cutting in Business Management01:15:20 Embracing Failure and Learning01:15:20 The Role of Luck in Success01:19:33 Finding Fulfillment in the Journey