At 13 years old, Joe Davis wrote a list of life goals. Fast forward decades later… it turned out to be the blueprint for his life!

For this episode of the Business of Joy, I had the pleasure of interviewing Joe Davis, Former Head of BCG North America and author of The Generous Leader!

We talked about the kind of leadership that actually moves people (and the needle): humble, curious, and human.

Some of the highlights from this episode:

📰 How a 6-year paper route taught accountability at 6am (and why showing up matters)

🔑 Why saying “I don’t know” can unlock creativity instead of stalling it

💞 What the pandemic taught him about empathy, perspective, and leadership at scale

👂 How properly listening to feedback from employees and teammates can help shape decisions and shift both morale and performance

If you lead teams (or aspire to) you’ll love this one.

📘 Joe’s book: The Generous Leader

AMAZON: https://a.co/d/95KT4xF

AUDIBLE: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Generous-Leader-Audiobook/B0D6WM3FJ5?source_code=ASSGB149080119000H&share_location=pdp

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Imagine working 16 hours a day… and paying yourself in quarters from a jukebox!

That’s how Bruce Dean’s journey began.

In this episode, Bruce, co-founder of Black Bear Diner, shares stories (and leadership lessons) I’ll never forget:

🍳 Why staying true to who you are matters more than ever

🥓 How double-smoked bacon became a signature of quality

🐻 The roadside woodcarver who helped shape Black Bear’s identity

⭐ Why “good” is actually the enemy of “great”

💡 And how taking a chance on someone can change the course of their life

What stuck with me most? Hospitality isn’t just about feeding stomachs. It’s about feeding our souls.

There’s a difference between reporting sports... and sharing the stories of sports.

That’s what makes Newy Scruggs, the 15-time Emmy-winning Sports Director at NBC DFW, stand out. For over 30 years, he hasn’t just covered games, he uncovers the human lessons inside them. Lessons we can carry into work, leadership, and life. From sit-downs with former TCU head coach Gary Patterson and UT Athletic Director Chris Del Conte to everyday athletes, Newy gets to the heart of it.

If you’re in Dallas, Newy is a household name. If you’re not, trust me, you’re missing out.

In our Business of Joy conversation, Newy shared:

💡 Why vulnerability isn’t weakness, it’s the bridge to real connection

⛰️ The Mount Everest principle of success and how complacency kills momentum

🌱 How cutting lawns at 11 on military bases taught him work ethic, grit, and perspective

🎤 A 5th-grade mock newscast that revealed his calling in broadcasting

🙏 How faith, perspective, and a daily choice for joy keep him grounded

The game ends. The highlights fade. The headlines change. But the lessons and stories Newy shares will stick with you.

Newy's Interview with Chris del Conte: https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/sports/meet-chris-del-conte-ut-longhorns-athletics/3764827/

Newy's Website: newyscruggs.com

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