Leadership Episodes
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Nov. 24, 2025
Debra Chantry-Taylor: How To Do IDS Properly and Stop Talking About the Same Issues Every Week
In this week’s episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor dives deep into the Issues Solving Track (IDS), a core component of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). She explains how spending 80-85% of your problem-solving time on identifying the right issue can lead to better solutions, faster results, and a more efficient team.
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Nov. 17, 2025
Beth Fahey: The EOS Rollout Book Every Implementer Has Been Waiting For
In this week’s episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by Beth Fahey, a former filmmaker turned bakery owner who grew her business from two to 32 employees before discovering the power of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).
245
Nov. 10, 2025
Debra Chantry-Taylor: Change the Person or Change the Person
In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor tackles one of the hardest parts of leadership, dealing with underperforming employees. With honesty and compassion, she explains why avoiding tough conversations only damages trust, culture, and team morale.
242
Oct. 20, 2025
Ian Murray: The Hard Truth About Implementing EOS as a Visionary
In this week’s episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor sits down with Ian Murray, visionary of Murray Insurance and EOS Implementer, to explore how implementing EOS turned his chaotic insurance agency into a thriving, values-driven business.
241
Oct. 13, 2025
Debra Chantry-Taylor: How Much Time Do You Really Have To Do EOS Rocks?
In this week’s episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor dives into one of the most common traps for business leaders, taking on too many priorities and finishing none.
238
Sept. 1, 2025
Will Watrous: The EOS Tools Behind a 28% Profit Jump
In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes EOS implementer and marketing agency owner Will Watrous, to share his remarkable business journey.
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Aug. 18, 2025
Debra Chantry-Taylor: Smoking Hopium – Data Scorecards and Why Everyone Needs a Number
This week on Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor tackles the trap of “smoking hopium”, when leaders rely on misleading metrics that give a false sense of security. From the all-green illusion of vanity measures to the always-red fantasy of unrealistic targets, Debra unpacks why both approaches damage trust, morale, and results.
235
Aug. 11, 2025
Debra Chantry-Taylor: Why Visionaries Blow Up Their Own Businesses & How EOS Stops it!
In this week’s episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor dives into a challenge many visionaries face, having too many brilliant ideas and not enough follow-through. With energy and insight, she unpacks how constant pivots and unfinished projects can create chaos, overwhelm teams, and stall real progress.
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July 28, 2025
Lacey Hayes: The EOS Tools That Transformed a $45M Business
In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by Lacey Hayes, a seasoned EOS Implementer with a deep background in hospice care and organisational growth. Lacey shares how EOS helped scale a hospice business from $45 million to $78 million, and the lessons that apply to any growth-focused business.
Guest: Lacey Hayes
230
July 7, 2025
Debra Chantry-Taylor: A Deep Dive into My Hard-Earned EOS Lessons
In this special episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor shares her recent guest appearance on Notes From the Executive with host Mina Amso. Together, they unpack the power of EOS® (Entrepreneurial Operating System) and how it helps business leaders simplify operations, gain clarity, and scale with confidence.
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June 30, 2025
Matt Hansen: Engineering High-Performing Teams with EOS
In this week’s episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by EOS implementer Matt Hansen, a former aerospace engineer turned business coach.
Guest: Matt Hansen
227
June 16, 2025
Lena Ridley: Redesigning Business and Life with EOS
Welcome to another episode of Better Business, Better Life. Join Host, Debra Chantry-Taylor as she sits down with guest, Lena Ridley to talk about her journey from a 26-year career in financial services to becoming a passionate EOS Implementer.
Guest: Lena Ridley
222
May 12, 2025
EOS Meets the Three-Circle Model of Family Business | Sara B. Stern | Ep 222
In this episode of Better Business, Better Life , host Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by Sara B. Stern, an EOS implementer and family business expert, for part one of a powerful two-part series on navigating the complex intersection of family dynamics and business strategy.
Guest: Sara B. Stern
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March 24, 2025
Leading Through Uncertainty | Kevin Eikenberry | Ep 215
In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by leadership expert and author Kevin Eikenberry to explore what it truly means to lead with flexibility in an ever-changing world. Drawing from his latest book, Flexible Leadership, Kevin unpacks how great leaders adapt their style based on context, not habit—and why that’s more important now than ever. Tune in to learn how to lead with greater flexibility, curiosity, and confidence.
Guest: Kevin Eikenberry
213
March 3, 2025
Bringing EOS to Japan | Karl Pisor | Ep 213
Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. In this episode, host Debra Chantry-Taylor is joined by Karl Pisor, Japan’s first certified EOS Implementer, to explore the power of EOS in transforming leadership and business operations. If you're looking to delegate more effectively, strengthen your leadership team, and gain clarity in your business, this episode is filled with practical insights to help you take control and drive long-term success.
Guest: Karl Pisor
210
Feb. 10, 2025
Flashback Episode: Beyond the EOS Framework | Adam Harris | Ep 210
In this week’s Better Business, Better Life Flashback Series, we revisit a thought-provoking conversation with Adam Harris, EOS implementer and founder of Frank and Fearless. While EOS provides a proven framework for business success, Adam takes us beyond the fundamentals, challenging common misconceptions and exploring how structure, accountability, and simplicity can fuel—not stifle—growth and innovation. Tune in and re-visit the key principles that drive high-performing businesses and leadership teams.
Guest: Adam Harris
208
Jan. 27, 2025
Flashback Episode: Design Your Year Before Someone Else Does It for You! | Scott Rusnak | Ep 208
In this first instalment, we return to episode 38 with Scott Rusnak, an expert EOS implementer and author, who shares actionable strategies for designing a year with intention. From aligning your goals with your energy zones to using EOS tools like the People Analyzer and Delegate and Elevate Checklist, Scott's insights will help you balance work and life while staying true to your core values.
Guest: Scott Rusnak
206
Jan. 13, 2025
Scaling, Selling, and Saving Businesses with EOS | Jonny Goldstone | Ep 206
Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. In this episode, host Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes Jonny Goldstone, a former corporate lawyer turned entrepreneur and EOS implementer. Jonny shares his remarkable journey from co-founding Green Tomato Cars, an environmentally friendly taxi company, to scaling the business, selling it to Veolia Transdev, and later reviving it in the face of competition from Uber.
Guest: Jonny Goldstone
202
Dec. 16, 2024
Scale Your Business with EOS | Steve Krebs | Ep 202
Welcome to another episode Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she chats with Steve Krebs, fellow EOS implementer and founder of Machines4U, about his entrepreneurial journey and the transformative role of leadership and operating systems in business success. Tune in to learn how clarity, accountability, and the right tools can transform your business!
Guest: Steve Krebs
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Dec. 5, 2024
Building Better Businesses and Lives with EOS | Debra Chantry-Taylor | Ep 200
Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor in this milestone of Better Business, Better Life, as she celebrates 200 podcast episodes and 200 EOS client sessions. Tune in for a heartfelt celebration of milestones, practical takeaways for your business, and a look at what’s next for the Better Business, Better Life podcast.
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Nov. 18, 2024
The Productivity Edge | Mark Ellwood | Ep 198
What can decades of productivity data reveal about how we work? In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, Host Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes productivity expert, Mark Ellwood, to delve into fascinating gender differences in workplace productivity. Tune in this conversation packed with actionable insights to help you and your team work smarter, not harder.
Guest: Mark Ellwood
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Oct. 28, 2024
Engineering a Fulfilling Life | Alan Lazaros | Ep 195
Welcome to another episode of Better Business, Better Life. Join Host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she chats with guest, Alan Lazaros, Founder and CEO of Next Level University, on his journey from corporate life to entrepreneurial success. In this episode, Alan shares his engineer’s approach to business, breaking down his “Business Star” model, which focuses on five core areas: branding, marketing, sales, client delivery, and community.
Guest: Alan Lazaros
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Oct. 14, 2024
Cracking the Code of Hybrid Work | Wayne Turmel | Ep 193
Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she welcomes guest, Wayne Turmel, remote work expert and co-author of The Long-Distance Leader. Wayne offers practical advice on balancing remote and in-person work, choosing the right communication tools, and aligning workplace strategies with business goals and employee needs.
Guest: Wayne Turmel
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Sept. 16, 2024
Overcoming Beliefs for Profit | Kevin Bees | Ep 189
Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor with guest, Kevin Bees, founder of Profit Hive and former Senior Financial Executive and Tony Robbins Coach. Kevin dives into the critical role of mindset in business success, exploring how to shift from low-value activities to high-impact tasks. He shares insights on overcoming limiting beliefs, boosting profitability through pricing strategies, and the importance of building a strong business mindset. In this episode...
Guest: Kevin Bees