Mark Lewis joins us for a conversation that moves from love to leadership, childhood to company culture, and the tiny gestures that make people feel seen. He talks about the pride of partnership — the moment you walk into a room thinking, “I can’t believe she’s with me.” He shares how a paper route at 13 shaped his philosophy of service, why kindness is a competitive advantage, and how failure became one of his greatest teachers.

We dig into vulnerability — the real kind, not the LinkedIn kind — and the cultural weirdness of a world where nobody wants to make a phone call anymore. Mark opens up about rebuilding relationships, raising kids, and the disappearing art of gratitude. We explore why CEOs struggle with engagement, how AI can fuel growth without replacing people, and why the best leaders delegate, listen, and hire for personality long before they hire for skill.

This episode is about personal growth, business growth, and the simple truth that the little things — the very little things — are what people remember.

If you care about love, leadership, culture, or just being a better human, this one’s for you.

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Love and Marriage

02:59 The Human Side of Accomplishment

06:01 Childhood Influences and Personal Growth

09:01 Lessons from Failure and Vulnerability

12:01 The Importance of Gratitude and Kindness

15:10 Cultural Reflections and Personal Responsibility

20:23 The Deterioration of Communication

22:51 Rebuilding Relationships Through Communication

24:58 The Role of CEOs in Employee Engagement

26:11 AI and Its Impact on Business Growth

28:45 Delegation and Leadership in the Age of Technology

30:56 The Importance of Company Culture

32:26 Innovative Hiring Techniques

34:19 Reflections on Personal and Professional Growth

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https://www.instagram.com/marklewisllc/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-s-lewis-053477/

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