{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Symplicity Conversations","title":"Lessons From Starting and Growing a New Business | Richard App and Monica Steimle-App","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3034,"description":"In this episode, Monica Steimle-App and Richard App share their journey of launching Innovar Advisors, a consulting firm focused on helping organizations navigate growth, strategy, and transformation. They discuss the importance of community, leadership, collaboration, and the lessons learned from their diverse experiences.\nChapters\n00:00 Introduction to Monica and Richard and their new venture\n04:55 The timing and challenges of starting a new business\n08:34 Their approach to helping businesses navigate change\n12:00 Leadership challenges and the importance of diverse teams\n15:11 Balancing work and personal life as partners\n19:41 Rapid fire questions: personal preferences and insights\n20:18 Recommended books and influential reads\n21:04 Technology essentials and analog preferences\n23:06 Common leadership challenges today\n24:47 The value of surrounding yourself with the right team\n25:15 Embracing change and reacting with resilience\n26:51 The importance of authentic giving and community involvement\n28:58 Transition from corporate to small business leadership\n29:25 Supporting leaders through difficult decisions\n30:45 Building a network of trusted advisors\n33:09 Celebrating successes and overcoming setbacks\n36:54 The community of West Michigan and its future\n40:32 Community projects and long-term vision\n44:26 Overcoming imposter syndrome and self-doubt\n46:54 How to connect with Monica and Richard\n Key Topics:\nThe decision to launch Innovar Advisors and the journey behind it\nThe importance of community and local partnerships in business\nHow diverse experiences strengthen leadership and business strategies\nThe role of collaboration and networking in business growth\nBalancing personal and professional life as business partners\nLessons learned from starting and growing a new business\nThe impact of technology and innovation on small businesses\nStrategies for navigating change and uncertainty in business\nThe importance of authenticity and giving back to the community\nAdvice...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/9gwizu8FhOdlEcqROyixABuepI_Vw1tWv9gz5InCnKs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hN2Zl/ZDY2MTNkMzRhZTc0/Y2UwNDljNDNhMDMw/NzcxYS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}