The Outlier Mindset: Leading with Passion and Service with Rodman Schley

Are you building a life of purpose, or just chasing profits?

In this episode, Kevin welcomes entrepreneur, author, and purpose-driven leader Rodman Schley. Rodman shares his journey from running 13 companies focused solely on profit to discovering fulfillment by aligning his work with his purpose. He dives deep into the importance of relationships, the value of saying no, and the transformative power of focusing on impact over income. With insightful anecdotes and practical wisdom, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how you approach business, leadership, and life.

[00:01 - 06:52] The Power of Sharing Knowledge

• Why your unique experiences and insights are valuable to others
• Rodman’s philosophy: Helping others turn knowledge into impactful change
• The tragedy of unshared wisdom

[06:53 - 12:06] From Profits to Purpose

• Rodman’s story of running 13 companies without fulfillment
• The pivotal moment that made him reassess his priorities
• How aligning work with purpose transformed his life

[12:07 - 18:45] The Role of Relationships in Success

• Rodman reflects on mentors and influential figures in his life
• The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people
• Books and thought leaders who shaped his mindset

[18:46 - 23:20] Scaling Impact Beyond Individuals

• Rodman’s passion for reaching larger audiences through his work
• Insights from creating a PBS show on sustainability
• The ripple effect of training and mentoring others

[23:21 - 27:12] Building a Purposeful Future

• Kevin and Rodman discuss the long-term legacy of purposeful work
• How technology enables exponential influence
• Practical advice for breaking out of the daily grind to lead with purpose

Key Quotes:

"If you've got it up here, someone out there needs it. It’s a tragedy to keep it to yourself." - Rodman Schley

"Lead with purpose and surround yourself with the people who are meant to be in your tribe." - Rodman Schley

Connect with Rodman: 

Website: https://www.blue-fusion.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodmanschley  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RodmanSchley  

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