Welcome to Case Studies with Casey Baugh. Join me as we explore the lives of inspirational individuals, and uncover the secrets to their success. For two decades, I've been on a mission to find the clues that lead to success in both business and life.
In this podcast, we'll delve into the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of success. Through in-depth conversations and personal stories, we aim to dig up the valuable clues that success has left behind, providing you with the insights and wisdom you need to thrive in every aspect of your life.
Our goal is not just to celebrate success but to dissect it, to understand the principles and practices that have led to exceptional achievements. By listening to the stories of those who've paved the way, you'll gain practical knowledge that you can apply to your own journey.
Join me on this exciting journey of discovery and personal growth as we decode the mysteries of success together.
Thanks for being part of it!
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Welcome to Case Studies with Casey Baugh. Join me as we explore the lives of inspirational individuals, and uncover the secrets to their success. For two decades, I've been on a mission to find the clues that lead to success in both business and life.
In this podcast, we'll delve into the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of success. Through in-depth conversations and personal stories, we aim to dig up the valuable clues that success has left behind, providing you with the insights and wisdom you need to thrive in every aspect of your life.
Our goal is not just to celebrate success but to dissect it, to understand the principles and practices that have led to exceptional achievements. By listening to the stories of those who've paved the way, you'll gain practical knowledge that you can apply to your own journey.
Join me on this exciting journey of discovery and personal growth as we decode the mysteries of success together.
Thanks for being part of it!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John Taylor, billionaire-minded entrepreneur and Co-founder of Grit Marketing, went from knocking doors in college to building one of the fastest-growing sales organizations in America. Now, he reveals the leadership habits, mindset shifts, and business principles that shaped his rise—and how you can apply them to your own journey.
In this episode, John Taylor shares:
John Taylor’s story is about more than sales—it’s about building belief, leading with humility, and creating success that lasts. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or rep in the field, his lessons will change the way you think about business, discipline, and life.”
00:00 | Opening & why this conversation
01:18 | Partnership, boardroom lessons & belief from mentors
01:54 | Todd Pedersen’s influence and the evolving Grit team
03:04 | Early valuation, vision, and “bottom of the mountain” mindset
04:22 | Roots, family of 11, first door-to-door reps
09:08 | BYU finance, pest control, and learning to lead
12:21 | Competition, identity, and the power of belief
15:32 | From top rep to VP: building organizations that scale
16:52 | 2020 uncertainty, honoring deals, and character under pressure
18:16 | Essential business, resilience, and keeping promises
24:02 | Founding Grit (2020): from sales partner to platform
26:59 | Habits & rituals: Sunday planning, cold plunge, breathwork
30:05 | Emily: marriage, values, and building a life that works
33:30 | Don’t skip steps: hard skills (finance/accounting) compound
35:39 | Sharpe ratio thinking: time, trade-offs, and priorities
36:30 | Golf, relationships, and playing the right game
41:57 | Purpose, presence, and leading with love
43:28 | Modeling authenticity: inspiring people to be better
51:46 | Faith, hope, NICU lessons, and “life happening for us”
58:21 | Close: the best is yet to come
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