Accountability in Action: How to Drive Team Performance with Dustin Runyon

Nick sits down with Dustin Runyon for a no-nonsense conversation about what it really takes to build a thriving, high-performing team. They dig into the tough questions every leader faces—how do you hold people accountable without micromanaging? How do you create a culture that people want to be a part of? And how do you stay profitable while scaling? Packed with honest insights and real-world examples, this episode will challenge you to rethink your leadership approach, level up your standards, and build a team that not only performs but thrives. If you’re ready to grow as a leader and take your business to the next level, this one’s for you.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Cut the Dead Weight and Build a Stronger Team
• 00:00:40 - Welcome to the Reside Platform Podcast
• 00:00:51 - Meet Dustin Runyon: Leader, Coach, and Team-Building Pro
• 00:01:21 - Why Growing a Team Feels Like a Balancing Act
• 00:03:30 - The Secret Sauce of Leadership That Drives Success
• 00:04:39 - Can You Really Have Freedom and Growth?
• 00:10:38 - Fixing the Profitability Problem Holding Teams Back
• 00:14:23 - Tough Love Leadership That Gets Results
• 00:25:14 - When Relentless Drive is the Only Option
• 00:27:48 - Building a Team Culture That Actually Works
• 00:28:58 - Accountability Without the Micromanaging
• 00:30:34 - Why Consistency is a Leader’s Superpower
• 00:36:36 - Repeat, Repeat, Repeat: The Power of Saying it Again
• 00:38:32 - How Caring Leaders Inspire Loyalty and Results
• 00:40:59 - Finding Meaning in the Smallest Actions
• 00:42:32 - Show Up, Be Seen, and Watch Your Team Thrive
• 00:43:19 - Wrapping Up: Leadership Lessons That Stick

Links and Resources:

• Reside Platform
• Reside Platform Website
• Dustin on LinkedIn
• Website
• APX West

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