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Hosted by Work Heartily · business · EN · 23 episodes
Real Talk with Nashville Business Leaders is a Work Heartily podcast featuring quick, honest conversations with the founders and executives building and leading some of Nashville’s most exciting businesses. Hosted by Work Heartily Founder Jonathan Barnes, each episode spends just 15 focused minutes asking one big question, giving listeners real-world insights on leadership, growth, and the challenges behind building successful businesses. Whether you’re a founder, executive, or business leader yourself, you’ll walk away with practical perspectives from the people shaping Nashville’s business community.
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Signup to Generate a PitchReal Talk with Nashville Business Leaders is a Work Heartily podcast featuring quick, honest conversations with the founders and executives building and leading some of Nashville’s most exciting businesses.
Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders is hosted by Work Heartily. The show has published 23 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "One Question for Nashville Real Estate Developer Scott Stephens" (15 October 2026, 14 minutes), "One Question for Nashville Entrepreneur Ginger Jones" (7 October 2026, 13 minutes), and "One Question for Nashville Founder Samantha Lane" (26 August 2026, 14 minutes).
Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 13 minutes across 23 episodes.
Booking probability for Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders's contact route on record: verified email.
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Work Heartily hosts Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders, a business show with 23 episodes published.
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Episode #23
In this episode of the Work Heartily Podcast, host Jonathan Barnes speaks with real estate developer Scott Stephens about his journey through transitions in business and life. They discuss the importance of aligning...
Episode #22
In this episode of the Work Heartily Podcast, host Jonathan Barnes interviews entrepreneur Ginger Jones about her journey balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. They discuss the importance of designing a work-life...
Episode #20
Samantha Lane is a TEDx speaker and time management coach who helps high-performing teams become more present in life and productive in their days. The conversation covers the myth of hustle culture, the value of time...
Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders
Kris Kelso discusses the pitfalls of the 'fake it till you make it' advice, highlighting the pressure and consequences of faking expertise. He also emphasizes the power of asking good questions and the freedom that...
Episode #18
The conversation covers leadership challenges, decision-making, and adapting to change in the context of athletics and business. Scott Corley shares insights on the impact of mistakes, the importance of making difficult...
Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders
Spencer Tenney, CEO of the Tenney Group, shares the pivotal conversation that transformed his business and family dynamics, emphasizing the importance of open communication, facilitating difficult conversations, and...
Episode #15
The conversation covers the world of employee benefits consulting, the challenges of the RFP process and partner selection, and the importance of building trusted partnerships with clients. The speakers emphasize the...
Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders
The conversation delves into the dynamics of team health and strategy, emphasizing the importance of understanding the perspectives of both founders and team members. It highlights the importance of synthesizing views...
Episode #13
<p>Nathaniel Holzmann shares insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the journey of building a business. He emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself, finding resonance in one's work, and building a team...
Episode #12
<p>The conversation with Tom Broughton, founder and CEO of Scale or Sell Consulting, delves into the challenges and realities of entrepreneurship. Tom shares insights on the uphill climb of entrepreneurship, the ebb and...
Episode #11
<p>Dustin Hillis, President of Safe Space Global Corporation, discusses the innovative solutions his company provides for senior living facilities and schools, using AI and technology to enhance safety and security. He...
Episode #10
<p>Elizabeth Yarbrough shares her insights on leadership habits and the importance of empathy in team expansion. She also discusses the significance of values and frameworks in shaping the soul of a...
Episode #9
<p>Neil Amrhein, CEO of MyGoat, discusses a shift in perspective on business and the impact of AI on business. He shares insights on monetizing ideas, building processes, and the transformative power of AI in business...
Episode #8
<p>Andrew Kerr, founder of 40AU, shares insights on scaling a business and the importance of humility in leadership. He discusses the challenges of scaling, the need to delegate, and the impact of AI on the workforce...
Episode #7
<p>Josh Farber, division president of GrowthForce, shares insights on leadership, vulnerability, and team dynamics. He emphasizes the importance of openness, regular one-on-one meetings, and celebrating wins in...
Episode #6
<p>The conversation explores the 'We vs. Me' mentality in leadership, emphasizing the importance of alignment, collaboration, and support within organizations. It delves into the impact of leadership on team success and...
Episode #5
<p>Chad Blackburn shares insights on operational changes, delegation, and the use of AI tools to save time and money in business. He emphasizes the importance of learning to delegate effectively and leveraging AI...
Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders
<p>In this episode, Dave Patterson shares insights on scaling a business, emphasizing the importance of strategy, mission, vision, and customer satisfaction. He also highlights the critical role of active listening and...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode, Chip Higgins, author of The Bizzics Way, discusses the cost of trying to do too much in entrepreneurship and the importance of focusing on one thing. He also explores the sense of urgency in...
Real Talk With Nashville Business Leaders
<p>The conversation with Wayne Easterwood delves into the importance of structured project management tools in business operations. Wayne discusses the impact of PMO power, project portfolio review, project charter, and...
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