The Winsome Advantage: How to win by helping others win, with Brian Slipka

The Jon Gordon Podcast

Discover the incredible transformation of a fiercely competitive entrepreneur into a winsome leader. Learn how Brian Slipka's journey from self-centered ambition to selfless service has shaped his family of companies and left a lasting impact. This is a story of vulnerability, growth, and the pursuit of a legacy that transcends personal success. Dive into the Winsome framework and explore practical strategies for cultivating impactful relationships in business and life that lead to greater success and fulfillment. Join Brian Slipka and Jon Gordon on a journey of transformation and legacy-building that will inspire you to strive for a deeper, more meaningful impact.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Lead with purpose and make a real impact in your small business community.
• Overcome business challenges with proven strategies that drive success.
• Build a lasting legacy through the power of entrepreneurship.
• Implement winsome strategies to foster meaningful and impactful business relationships.

My special guest is Brian Slipka

Brian Slipka is the owner of the True North Family of Companies, which includes well over twenty companies with combined revenues of nearly a quarter-billion dollars annually. Slipka graduated from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management, and his early career included sales and leadership positions at major publicly traded companies. Trusting in the Win Some Framework, he left the public/corporate world and focused on his growing portfolio of small businesses. As the CEO and managing partner, Slipka leads a group of diverse Main Street organizations, as well as their philanthropic arm, True North Family Foundation. He also serves on the boards of several for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Slipka credits his faith, commitment to servant leadership, and ability to build trusting relationships as the bedrock of his success. He resides in Minnesota with his wife, Megan, and their two children.

His website is www.slipka.com or www.winsomefable.com