In the 98th episode of Simply Business, we sit down with Scott Noonan , President at Spear AI Analytics, for a powerful conversation about ownership, resilience, and the leadership advantage hidden inside your personal story.

Too often, leaders carry silent narratives past setbacks, failures, missed opportunities that quietly shape their decisions. But what if those same experiences are the foundation of your authority?

In this episode, we explore:

Why owning your story changes how you lead

How adversity can become your competitive advantage

The discipline of self-awareness in business

Moving from blame to responsibility

Leading authentically in uncertain times

This conversation is raw, practical, and deeply relevant for anyone building a business or leading a team.

If you’re ready to stop being shaped by your past and start using it as fuel this episode is for you.

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In the 97th episode of Simply Business, we explore what it really takes to lead effectively in complex environments without becoming overwhelmed or overcomplicating the journey.

Our guest shares practical insights on how clarity, personal responsibility, and disciplined thinking drive sustainable growth in business and leadership. Instead of chasing complexity, we dive into the power of simplifying decisions, focusing on what truly matters, and building consistent habits that compound over time.

Key themes include:

Why simplicity is a competitive advantage

How leaders create clarity that drives performance

The role of ownership in personal and business growth

Why consistency outperforms intensity

How identity shapes leadership impact

If you're building a business, leading a team, or striving to become a more grounded and effective leader, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

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In the 96th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Neil Young, President of Two Ladders, to explore what it really means to build a business that lasts.

Eleven years in, Two Ladders still feels like a startup and that’s no accident. Neil shares how the company evolved from a traditional marketing agency into a business focused on uncovering the operational truths that marketing spend often reveals.

This conversation dives into the dangers of chasing growth without fixing internal processes, the power of simplicity in leadership, and why understanding your starting point is critical to making smart decisions as you scale.

If you’re a business owner or leader trying to grow without losing focus, this episode delivers practical insight and grounded wisdom.

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