Dusty sits down with Chuck Hall, the chairman of Vitality Living and founder of Charles Hall Construction, to explore his incredible journey—from his childhood hustle of working on the docks with his dad in Rhode Island to building a company that now employs over 2,300 people across 11 states. He opens up about being fired, starting over at 32, and the lessons he learned about vision, mentorship, and living a Life by Design. Highlights include his philosophy on mentorship, facing pivotal challenges, and creating meaningful change in the lives of aging adults. Hall also talks about his passion for ensuring dignity and quality of life for seniors, his personal passions, and the power of leading with authenticity and purpose. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an executive, or simply someone trying to lead with more clarity and impact, Chuck’s story will leave you challenged and inspired to “be the leader you wish you had.”

Key Takeaways:

• How Chuck Hall built a purpose-driven company supporting 2,300+ team members

• The power of mentorship, peer accountability, and Life by Design

• Why intentional leadership starts with curiosity, humility, and action

Key Timestamps:

(01:00) – Chuck’s Early Entrepreneurial Spark

(05:45) – Lessons From Family and Building With Grit

(10:30) – Getting Fired and Founding Charles Hall Construction

(16:00) – Mentorship and Showing up With Authenticity

(24:00) – Crossing the Threshold: Helping Others Lead

(26:00) – Life by Design: Chuck’s Strategic Visioning Framework

(36:30) – Vitality Living and Scaling With Purpose

(43:00) – Favorite Memory Care Moments

(47:00) – The Power of Saying “No” to Stay Aligned

(50:00) – Developing Leaders Through Boundaries and Ownership

(54:00) – Rapid Fire: Books, Failures, and Passions

Key Topics Discussed:

Leadership Unlocked, Leadership Insights, Dusty Holcomb, Servant Leadership Principles, Self-Leadership Strategies, Growth Mindset in Leadership, Integrity and Leadership, Leadership Development Resources, Effective Leadership Habits, Empowering Leadership Techniques, Senior Executive Insights, Leadership Quotes and Reflections, Leadership Podcast, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, CEO Podcast, Business Leadership, Leadership Growth, Leadership Journey, Stories From Leaders, Leadership Tools, High-Performing Teams, Leadership Mindset, Decision Making, Personal Growth, Self-Leadership, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Clarity, Organizational Leadership

Mentions:

Website: https://www.vitalityseniorliving.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-hall-53a259/

Mentions: Alzheimer’s Association, Invisible Wounds Foundation, Freedom & Whiskey, YPO, The Surrender Experiment, Atlas Shrugged

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What if your greatest leadership superpower wasn’t your voice—but your questions? In this episode of Leadership Unlocked, Dusty unpacks the single best advice he ever received: be interested, not interesting. From a homeschool upbringing that sparked lifelong curiosity to a game-changing moment inspired by Jim Collins and Peter Drucker, Dusty shares how learning to ask the right questions transformed his leadership. He explains why curiosity builds trust, why humility fuels influence, and how flipping your "questions-to-statements" ratio can unlock untapped growth in your team. If you’ve ever felt pressure to perform or prove yourself in leadership, this episode is a powerful reminder that insight starts when we stop trying to impress—and start seeking to understand. Great leaders don’t have all the answers; they ask better questions. This one shift could be your leadership unlock.

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Be Interested, Not Interesting

(01:17) - The Power of Curiosity in Leadership

(01:49) - When Dusty’s Story Began

(03:45) - Implementing Curiosity in Leadership

(05:22) - What Jim Collins and Peter Drucker Taught Me

(08:49) - The Impact of Asking Questions

Key Topics Discussed:

Leadership Unlocked, Leadership Insights, Dusty Holcomb, Servant Leadership Principles, Self-Leadership Strategies, Growth Mindset in Leadership, Integrity and Leadership, Leadership Development Resources, Effective Leadership Habits, Empowering Leadership Techniques, Senior Executive Insights, Leadership Quotes and Reflections, Leadership Podcast, Executive Coaching, CEO Podcast, Business Leadership, Leadership Growth, Leadership Journey, Stories From Leaders, Leadership Tools, High-Performing Teams, Leadership Mindset, Decision Making, Personal Growth, Leadership Coaching, Organizational Leadership

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Dusty welcomes Bridgett McMahan, President of BESCO, for a powerful conversation about leadership, confidence, and community. Bridgett shares the transformative impact of the book Gravitas and how it empowered her as a new leader in a male-dominated industry. She discusses the importance of assembling a trusted "Gold Team" to lead collaboratively, her leadership superpower of listening, and the loneliness that can come with executive roles. Bridgett also advocates for CASA, an organization giving vulnerable children a voice in the judicial system, and reminds us that sometimes the best thing a leader can do is simply say “yes” and try.

Key Takeaways:

• Confidence doesn't come from always knowing the answers—it comes from believing you belong in the room. That belief can shift how you're perceived and how you lead.

• The lonely moments of leadership aren’t a sign of failure—they’re a sign you’re carrying real weight. Building a team that shares the load can change everything.

• Confidence isn’t gendered, but women often face unique challenges in claiming space. Books like Gravitas provide language and support to overcome those barriers.

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) – Meet Bridget McMahon: From Law to Leadership

(05:17) – Finding Purpose and Building Relationships

(20:39) – Defining Leadership Moments

(28:51) – The Turning Point: Advocating for Myself

(31:52) – Unexpected Boardroom Moment

(38:19) – Trusting Your Gut Instinct

(43:30) – Rapid Fire Questions: Insights and Advice

(54:47) – Supporting CASA: Advocating for Children

(57:14) – Final Thoughts on Leadership and Growth

Key Topics Discussed:

Leadership Unlocked, Leadership Insights, Dusty Holcomb, Servant Leadership Principles, Self-Leadership Strategies, Growth Mindset in Leadership, Integrity and Leadership, Leadership Development Resources, Effective Leadership Habits, Empowering Leadership Techniques, Senior Executive Insights, Leadership Quotes and Reflections, Leadership Podcast, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, CEO Podcast, Business Leadership, Leadership Growth, Leadership Journey, Stories From Leaders, Leadership Tools, High-Performing Teams, Leadership Mindset, Decision Making, Personal Growth, Self-Leadership, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Clarity, Organizational Leadership

Mentions:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridgett-mcmahan-1a0a23236/

Mentions:

Gravitas: How to Communicate with Confidence, Influence and Authority by Caroline Goyder

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