Ep. 84 – Investing in People: Lessons on Leadership with Julie Anding

In this episode of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross sits down with Julie Anding, a leadership development expert with deep experience guiding teams through growth and change. Julie shares why investing in people and relationships is the ultimate leadership advantage. From fostering trust to creating authentic connections, this conversation reveals how small moments compound into lasting…

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Ep. 83 – The C-Suite of Challeng

In this episode of Pillar Talk, Legacy founder Chris Ross explores what it means to lead in the face of adversity. Chris introduces the concept of the “C-suite of Challenge” — a mindset shift that invites leaders to view conflict, confusion, and crisis not as threats but as opportunities. Through real-world examples and direct reflections,…

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Ep. 82 – Left of the Bang: Proactive Leadership with Cagney Martin

In Episode 82 of Pillar Talk, Chris sits down with long-time post-acute care leader and consultant Cagney Martin to talk about a game-changing concept: Left of the Bang. Originally developed in military circles, this framework teaches healthcare leaders to recognize early warning signs—before a crisis happens. Cagney unpacks how situational awareness can transform your culture…

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Ep. 81 – Suffering: Stop Letting It Define You

In Episode 81 of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross tackles a subject we all experience—but few of us want to talk about: suffering. We’re often taught that suffering is something to avoid, something to suppress, or something that defines us. But Chris flips that narrative. Suffering isn’t the end—it’s a signpost. It means you’re still here.…

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Ep. 80 – The Truth About Routine

We often talk about big wins, defining moments, or life-changing breakthroughs. But the truth? Most growth doesn’t happen there. It happens in the quiet, often unseen, moments of routine. In Episode 80 of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross shares a powerful reminder: greatness isn’t built in the spotlight—it’s built in the shadows of consistency. With practical…

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Ep. 79 – The Legacy Leadership Academy

In this special episode of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross pulls back the curtain on the Legacy Leadership Academy—how it started, how it works, and why it’s changing lives. What began as an eight-week turnaround strategy on the road turned into a repeatable playbook, then a book, and finally the Academy: an interactive leadership course that…

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Ep. 78 – Leading with the Brain in Mind: A Conversation with Dr. Khai Win

This special episode of Pillar Talk brings a fresh and powerful perspective to leadership—straight from the brain. Chris sits down with Dr. Khai Win, Neuroscientist, Founder of Invisible Wins LLC, a neuroscientist, leadership coach, and mental health advocate who’s on a mission to transform how we lead, live, and take care of ourselves in high-pressure environments.…

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Ep. 76 – Conflict

In leadership—and in life—conflict is unavoidable. But it’s not the conflict itself that defines you—it’s how you show up in the middle of it. In this episode of Pillar Talk, Chris Ross unpacks the lessons he’s learned about navigating conflict over the years, both professionally and personally. He challenges the belief that conflict is always…

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Episode 75 – 75 Hard Roundtable: The Power of Personal Discipline

For our 75th episode of Pillar Talk, we’re doing something different—and powerful. Host Chris Ross sits down with four guests who recently completed the 75 Hard challenge. Together, they break down what 75 Hard taught them—not just about fitness and nutrition, but about mindset, identity, and leading by example. Each guest shares a unique story…

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Ep. 74 – Burnt Toast

Life rarely unfolds the way we plan—and that’s the point. In Episode 74 of Pillar Talk, Chris dives into the burnt toast theory—a mindset shift that turns everyday frustration into profound perspective. From personal health scares to missed flights and traffic delays, this episode explores how the small inconveniences we hate might actually be saving…

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