What happens when a fourth-generation family business leader finds himself drowning in anxiety despite outward success?

Franklin Swann, CEO of the 130-year-old Swann's Furniture and Design, shares his raw journey from overwhelming self-doubt to thriving leadership. He reveals how implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) didn't just save his business during the pandemic—it transformed his entire life.

Discover the powerful truth about emotional health in leadership, why systems matter more than hustle, and how working on yourself is just as important as working on your business. This episode is a masterclass in sustainable leadership and building generational wealth through intentional growth.

0:00 Intro

2:22 The 130-Year Legacy of Swann's Furniture

5:35 Surviving the Great Depression Through Oil Booms

8:02 High Service, High Quality Business Model

13:01 How EOS Transformed Operations

16:22 Surviving the Pandemic Through Systems

20:45 From Managing to Leading

23:57 Starting in the Family Business at 12

28:59 The Dark Season of Leadership

32:38 Discovering Emotional Health

36:42 Daily Practices for Self-Relationship

39:54 The World Needs Men Podcast

43:43 Building Legacy for the Next Generation

Resources Mentioned:

📚 "Outlive" by Peter Attia

🎙️ The World Needs Men podcast: https://theworldneedsmen.com/

🌐 Swann's Furniture and Design: https://www.swanns.com/

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