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How Leaders Lead with David Novak

#212: Aaron Witt, CEO of BuildWitt – Set the example of vulnerability

How Leaders Lead with David Novak

David Novak Leadership

Entrepreneurship, Business, Management

4.8596 Ratings

🗓️ 7 November 2024

⏱️ 58 minutes

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Summary

If you want your team to feel comfortable taking risks and being open, it’s up to you to set an example of vulnerability. That big idea comes through loud and clear in this conversation with Aaron Witt, the CEO of BuildWitt. His company serves what Aaron calls the “Dirt World” — those businesses doing the infrastructure and construction work most of us take for granted. See how this up-and-coming leader sets the example of vulnerability, and learn a few tips to elevate your communication and storytelling skills along the way. You’ll also learn: How to create memorable content that resonates with people The surprisingly “small” tip that will help you accomplish big goals  Why every leader should level up their communication skills The danger that might be lurking in times of big growth Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go  Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

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0:00.0

I don't want to glamorize the trades in the blue collar world.

0:06.0

I think a lot of companies are making that mistake right now.

0:08.8

They're trying to make it into something it's not.

0:10.7

It's hard.

0:11.7

It's oftentimes miserable.

0:13.9

It's a harsh lifestyle.

0:16.3

It's long hours.

0:17.5

Like I said, it's hot.

0:18.5

It's cold.

0:19.2

It's away from home.

0:20.6

It's not for everybody.

0:22.4

But that's also what makes it great.

0:28.7

You might not believe me now, but after today's episode, I bet you'll think twice before you complain about road

0:38.7

construction. Welcome to Howe Leaders Lead. I'm David Novak, and every week I have conversations

0:45.1

with the very best leaders in the world to help you become the best leader you can be.

0:50.5

My guest today is Aaron Witt, the CEO of BuildWitt, which is a company that serves the dirt world.

0:57.6

Of course, you're asking, what the heck is the dirt world?

1:01.8

Well, that's the label Aaron came up with for companies that do the infrastructure and construction work.

1:08.2

Most of us take for granted.

1:10.2

But Aaron has always loved this dirt world,

1:13.4

and Buildwit offers marketing, training, and leadership development to make sure those vital

1:18.4

companies keep growing. And he leads with the level of vulnerability that you just don't find

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