Episode 107: Tim Moloney joins John for an inspiring conversation about shaping the next generation of leaders in the green industry. Drawing from nearly two decades in landscape design and his current role as a professor at the University of Missouri, Tim shares how real-world experience transforms the classroom—and why teaching pride, ownership, and accountability matters most. Together, they explore the future of horticulture education, the power of internships, and how passion continues to drive purpose in an evolving industry.

Episode 106: Jeremie Kubicek joins John for a candid conversation about leadership, culture, and what it takes to prepare for Focal Pointe’s annual meeting this November. Listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at how John is thinking about strategy, vision, and the future — plus insights from Jeremie’s decades of leadership experience and his unique approach to support and challenge.

Episode 105: Verne Harnish, founder of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) and author of Scaling Up, joins John for a candid conversation about growth, grit, and gratitude. Verne shares why most companies stumble in the “valleys of death,” how focus and boldness shape success, and why mentorship matters at every stage. He also reflects on pursuing big goals later in life—and what it means to keep playing to win.

Episode 104: Greg Herring, data analyst and CEO of The Herring Group, joins John for a powerful conversation about leadership, loss, and finding purpose in service. Greg shares how humility, perspective, and heart shape the way he leads—and why meaning matters more than titles.

Episode 103: Joel Sullivan joins John for a conversation about leadership, growth, and gratitude in the green industry. From expanding his company to mentoring others, Joel shares what it means to build something lasting—and why staying people-first matters most.

Episode 102: Molly Munie joins the podcast with John for an open and honest conversation about their life together—29 years of marriage, four kids, and a business that took years to get off the ground. Molly shares what it’s really like being married to an entrepreneur: the uncertainty, the sacrifice, the laughter, and the love that held it all together. From the early years scraping by on a teacher’s salary to the quiet pride of watching their kids succeed, this episode is full of heart, humor, and hard-earned wisdom.
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build something meaningful—both at work and at home—this one’s for you.

Episode 101: Bruce Wilson, a Lifetime Achievement Award winner and legendary green industry entrepreneur and mentor, brings his inspiring backstory to a conversation with John Munie about character. Bruce grew a small $1M company into a $100M industry giant, and along the way, inspired and shaped the careers of so many others. Bruce opens up about key influences, pivotal lessons in leadership, and how gratitude—not ego—shaped his definition of success.

From recruiting high-potential team members to navigating acquisitions and starting a respected consulting firm, Bruce’s insights are grounded in decades of hands-on experience. He reflects on what makes a great company, how to lead with empathy and accountability, and why integrity matters more than image.

This heartfelt, wisdom-filled conversation reminds us that success isn’t just about business—it’s about the people we grow with, the values we carry, and the legacy we leave behind.

Episode 000: John’s experience working for, and with, high performing people has led him to the belief that true success is best defined by one’s level of gratitude.  Each podcast will explore that journey and provide a view into the personal story behind the success story.  The hope is to improve the human experience for business owners, leaders, or anyone who may feel the weight of trying to create a life well lived for themselves and others.