In this episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast, Eric Pratum sits down with David Greer, entrepreneurial coach and author of “Wind In Your Sails: Vital Strategies That Accelerate Your Entrepreneurial Growth.” David shares powerful lessons from his journey—from building and exiting a successful software company to confronting and overcoming alcoholism, and eventually shaping a fulfilling career coaching other entrepreneurs.
David explains the importance of strategic clarity, intentional quarterly planning, and the value of aligning personal strengths with professional goals. He emphasizes the critical balance of personal resilience and high performance, offering practical advice on how entrepreneurs can better manage their businesses, their teams, and themselves.
Topics Explored:
- Navigating Addiction and Sobriety: David’s transformative personal journey
- Strategic Planning and Execution: Using clear, actionable plans to drive growth
- Entrepreneurial Challenges: Transitioning from startup phase to scalable organization
- The Importance of Written Goals and Accountability
- Balancing Self, Family, and Business for Sustainable Success
- Coaching Entrepreneurs through Organizational and Personal Obstacles
- How Personal Growth Impacts Professional Performance
Links:
- Wind In Your Sails book by David Greer: https://www.amazon.com/Wind-Your-Sails-Strategies-Entrepreneurial-ebook/dp/B01E9NQI9Y
- Connect with David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjgreer
- David’s website: https://coachdjgreer.com
- Rockefeller Habits and Scaling Up by Verne Harnish: https://scalingup.com
- StrengthsFinder Assessment: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/home.aspx
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