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In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and Fast Slow Motion’s Michael Johnson talk with Chris Goede, Executive Vice President at Maxwell Leadership, about why leadership is influence, not position.

Chris walks through the Five Levels of Leadership and why the real work happens in levels two, three, and four. They cover how leaders lose strong people when they stop growing, why common language prevents siloed cultures, and practical ways to build connection and development into normal work rhythms.

This conversation is for founders and leaders who want higher engagement, stronger retention, and a deeper bench of leaders across the business.

Want a simple way to reflect on how these ideas show up in your own leadership? Download the free leadership self-check inspired by this episode.

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In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and Fast Slow Motion CEO John Burdett sit down with Todd Richheimer, CEO and co-founder of Lawfty, to unpack what it looks like to build a technology-driven company inside one of the most traditional industries in the world.

Todd shares how he spotted major inefficiencies in legal services, built a data-driven engine to track case value over years, and made calculated decisions instead of guessing. They also dig into the build vs. buy dilemma and what pushed Lawfty to move a core intake function onto Salesforce, plus what it takes to lead your team through a change that feels personal.

If you’re wrestling with build vs. buy, carrying tech debt, or preparing your systems for the next stage of growth, this conversation will help you think more clearly and act more intentionally.

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In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and FSM Director of Growth Michael Johnson look back at the most impactful moments from Season 2 of The Fast Slow Motion Podcast. You’ll hear insights from purpose experts, operators, founders, brand builders, leadership thinkers, and FSM leadership — all centered on how to build a business that lasts without losing yourself in the process.

Sam and Michael revisit the ideas that resonated most with listeners this year, including turning purpose into a repeatable discipline, why attention is a leader’s most powerful tool, what separates a cool product from a legendary brand, how honest forecasting builds trust, why sales is simply another form of service, how behavioral insights transform leadership, and the Working Genius framework that helps teams thrive. They also reflect on John Burdett’s powerful reminders about failure, values, preparation, and building a business that can stand when life gets hard.

If you want to strengthen your leadership, design systems that scale, and build a business that supports a real life, this episode is for you.

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In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and FSM CEO John Burdett sit down with Mike Beckham, co-founder and CEO of Simple Modern, to explore how purpose, generosity, and excellence can fuel a company’s growth.

Mike shares his path from ministry to entrepreneurship, how Simple Modern approaches giving, and why hiring for fit is essential to building a strong culture.

If you want to grow a company that stays true to its values while scaling, this conversation is for you.

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In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and FSM Director of Growth Michael Johnson talk with Walter Kearns, VP of Sales at FireSeeds, about what it means to multiply leaders—and why it’s essential for scaling a healthy business.

Walter shares practical ways to identify multiplying leaders, build a culture that lasts, and balance growth with humility. You’ll also hear how FSM’s “be a blessing” mindset shaped a lasting partnership built on trust and impact.

If you want to create a team that grows your business and your people, this episode shows you how.

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In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and FSM COO Matt Dyar sit down with Rishi Rawat, CEO of Frictionless Commerce, to explore the psychology of the Almost Buyer—what keeps prospects on the edge of conversion and how to move them forward.

Rishi shares the three pillars of conversion success: demonstrate expertise, justify price, and explain Us vs. Them to clarify your value. You’ll also hear simple, high-impact tactics like objection-driven CTAs, long-form options for deeper readers, and how to communicate your point of view on any budget.

If you want to turn more Almost Buyers into customers, this episode shows you how.

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In episode 047, Sam Donaghey sits down with Fast Slow Motion’s Director of AI, Zack Terry, to unpack Salesforce’s Winter ’26 Release—one of the most AI-packed updates yet.

From Agentforce and Salesforce Flow to key platform and cloud enhancements, Zack breaks down the updates that matter most and how they can streamline automation, improve visibility, and make your org more efficient.

You’ll hear how to prioritize features based on your business needs, what to watch for with mandatory Flow security updates, and how new Agentforce capabilities make AI more accessible across Sales, Service, and Marketing Cloud.

If you’re looking for a practical way to cut through the noise and put Salesforce’s latest release to work in your business, this episode will help you focus where it counts.

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In episode 046, Sam Donaghey and Michael Smith sit down with Patrick Lencioni for a powerful conversation about the Six Types of Working Genius, humility, and what it really takes to build a healthy team.

From discovering why certain work drains your energy to naming the kind of conversation you’re having in a meeting, Pat shares practical ways leaders can align people with the work they’re built to do.

You’ll hear how “humble, hungry, smart” shapes hiring and onboarding, why leaders should start with themselves before asking others to change, and how clarity around wonder, invention, discernment, galvanizing, enablement, and tenacity can transform collaboration at work and at home.

If you’ve ever wondered “What’s wrong with me?” or “Why is this so hard for my team?”, this episode offers the clarity, language, and next steps you can put into practice immediately.

About the guest: Patrick Lencioni is a founder of The Table Group and a pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books with 9M+ copies sold worldwide, including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Six Types of Working Genius. He speaks and consults with leaders around the world and hosts the podcast At The Table with Patrick Lencioni.

Learn more about "The 6 Types of Working Genius" and take the assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/

Learn more about The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com/

To contact Fast Slow Motion, visit https://loom.ly/eZ9MLpE.

Fast Slow Motion has a new book out that's all about how to build a business you love while enjoying your life. To get a FREE copy of "The Scalable Business Framework," learn more: https://loom.ly/iAfjzpw