Welcome to Confessions of an Implementer, a podcast by Talent Harbor. We share unique stories of implementers and the companies they’ve transformed to give you a rare glimpse into the system's successes and challenges. I'm your host, Ryan Hogan.   Let’s dive in!   In this episode, I sit down with Chris White, an EOS Implementer and Coach, who shares that great leadership starts with empathy and ends with action. Hear how compassionate leadership, clear partnerships, and smart systems like “Profit First” help build strong teams and sustainable businesses. Learn how tools like the “One, Three, One” rule, “Trust but Verify,” and continuous self improvement can protect your time, empower your team, and drive long term success.   01:11 Finding Balance in Time Management03:10 The Transformative Power of EOS08:25 The Art of Effective Partnerships13:10 Navigating Conflict in Partnerships18:10 Learning from Leadership Mistakes26:22 Caring and Empathy as Leadership Foundations31:26 The Power of Human Connection31:58 Reevaluating One-on-Ones33:36 Coaching Through Performance Reviews35:23 Setting Boundaries in Leadership37:30 Protecting Your Time as a Leader40:42 The Balance of Trust and Oversight43:11 The Entrepreneurial Journey and Giving Back47:46 Understanding Financial Fundamentals52:24 Launching the Profit First App57:37 Final Thoughts and Resources   Episode Resources   Website: https://www.microbusinessacademy.io LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-chris-white/