From Missionary Kid to Chick-fil-A Pioneer: John Holmes' 46-Year Journey

In this episode, we sit down with John Holmes, a seasoned Chick-fil-A operator with 46 years of experience. John opened his first Chick-fil-A restaurant at the age of 21 in Anderson, South Carolina, back in 1979. At 68 years old, he's still passionate about the brand and isn't thinking about retirement. John shares his journey from being a missionary's kid to managing successful Chick-fil-A franchises. He discusses overcoming early business challenges, his philosophy on leadership and staff development, and the dedication required to grow a franchise. Learn how John and his team focus on aligning with Chick-fil-A's core values, investing in their community, and treating their team members like family. If you're curious about the behind-the-scenes of running a successful Chick-fil-A or interested in entrepreneurship and leadership insights, you won't want to miss this episode!

In this episode of Both Sides of Success, we sit down with Thom Shea , retired Navy SEAL, senior chief, sniper, instructor, New York Times bestselling author (Unbreakable, Three Simple Things), and founder of The Baseline Experience.

Thom shares the raw, unfiltered truth about leadership, discipline, fear, failure, and why most people quit right before breakthrough.

From failing out of West Point… to nearly being medically removed from SEAL training… to graduating in one of the toughest classes in BUD/S history, Thom’s story is a masterclass in keeping your word and never giving up.

We cover:

• Why “don’t do stupid sh*t” is the most underrated leadership principle

• How SEAL teams actually make decisions (and why most companies get it wrong)

• Why fear is just an emotional response, and how to move anyway

• The three simple things people refuse to do (and why they matter)

• Letting kids fail without breaking them

• Why discipline outlasts motivation every time

• The difference between quitting and knowing when to stop

This conversation applies to leaders, business owners, parents, and anyone trying to build something meaningful without burning out or cutting corners.

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📚 Books: Unbreakable | Three Simple Things

The Three Mile Per Hour Fatherhood: Tyler Graham on Leadership, Parenting, and Being Present Welcome back to another episode of Both Sides of Success! In this episode, we're joined by Tyler Graham, known as the Three Mile Per Hour Dad. Tyler shares the story of how his fatherhood-focused content began, starting from leadership posts on LinkedIn to exclusively writing about fatherhood three years ago. With six kids, Tyler emphasizes the importance of slowing down to be present with your children, striving to balance work and family life. He delves into lessons from his upbringing, the intentional effort required to be a good father, and the impact of small, daily actions. Tyler also touches on his personal challenges, including moments where he lost his cool, and how he turned these into teachable moments for his children. Tune in to learn more about Tyler's journey, the Three Mile Per Hour Fatherhood movement, and his invaluable insights on being a better father every day.