BB143: Military Leadership Lessons with JP Dinnell of Echelon Front

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In this conversation, JP Dinnell shares insights on managing expectations, driving ownership, and applying lessons and tactics learned from the military to personal and business life. He and Marvin discuss leadership methods, the importance of working smart, the value of hard work, and the power of belief and execution. They also explore the need for forward thinking, learning from setbacks, and developing a thinking culture within organizations. The conversation highlights the role of Echelon Front in teaching leadership principles and providing support to businesses. Overall, the discussion emphasizes the importance of giving permission to lead and addressing issues with clarity and support. He provides general advice for business owners and emphasizes the importance of assessing one's current environment. //SHOW SPONSORS This episode is brought to you by Crafco, the official sponsor of Blacktop Banter. Learn more at crafco.com Podcast sponsors: Crafco, Dynapac, KM International, 800 Pavement Network, Stencil Plus, Aquaphalt, Pave/X and World of Asphalt //DISCOUNT LINKS ►(Jobber) https://go.getjobber.com/blacktopbanter ► Code BB20 at https://www.worldofasphalt.com/ //SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER ►Asphalt industry news and articles made BY and FOR asphalt contractors, delivered straight to your inbox: https://blacktopbanter.com //JOIN THE SUCCESS GROUP ►https://blacktopbanter.com/bbsg A group of professional asphalt contractors sharing their knowledge, tools and resources to help you build the asphalt business of your dreams. //SHOW YOUR SUPPORT ►(Leave A Tip or Donation): https://blacktopbanter.com/support //BLACKTOP BANTER MERCH ►https://www.blacktopbanter.com/store Visit us online at https://www.blacktopbanter.com For Business Inquiries: [e-mail] The Blacktop Banter podcast discusses Asphalt Sealcoating, Hot-Rubberized Crack Sealing, Patching, Base Information, Recycled Asphalt Millings, Hot-Mix Asphalt, Line Striping, and Paving for residential and commercial customers. We also discuss how to stay motivated as an entrepreneur and how to deal with the challenges of owning your own asphalt maintenance business. #wespeakasphalt #AsphaltRepair #RoadConstruction #PavementMaintenance #PavementManagement #AsphaltSealing #ChipSealStreet #AsphaltInstallation #PavingContractors #AsphaltSpecialists #pothole #potholerepair #echelonfront © Blacktop Banter, LLC, 2024. All rights reserved.