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Crossroad Conversations with the Lewis Brothers
Feel the dynamic energy of the Lewis Brothers as they deliver real stories and lessons that keep local businesses on their toes, and share how experiences in the community inspire them to keep on driving.
Episodes
- Crossroad Conversations with the Lewis Brothers
Ep106 “Unpopular Opinions: Car Business Edition”
We share our unpopular opinions about the car business, from why many shoppers chase the feeling of winning to why “no haggle” isn’t as simple as it sounds. We…
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Ep105 "Is the Car Buying Process Broken?"
Is the car buying process broken? In Episode 105 of Crossroad Conversations, brothers Matt, Shelby, and Taylor Lewis of Lewis Automotive Group take an honest…
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Ep104 "PRODUCT PASSION MEETS BUSINESS REALITY" GUEST DONNY HUBBARD
Episode title: Ep104: Donny Hubbard – Product Passion Meets Business Reality What happens when the thing you love turns into a business you have to run? Donny…
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Ep103 "Crossroad Rewind"
You don't have to tell us which episodes stuck with you, because the numbers already did. In Episode 103, the Lewis brothers bring back the conversations that…
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Ep102 "Freaking Brilliant or Absolute BS"
Ep102: Freaking Brilliant or Absolute BS? Is that CEO, that team, or that business really that good, or is it presentation? No guest this week. Matt, Shelby…
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Ep101 "Starting a start up" w Guest Parker Dodson
Four years ago, PodcastVideos.com was one person. Today it's seventeen. Parker Dodson was employee number one. Parker joins Matt, Shelby, and Taylor to talk…
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Ep100 "You Can't Have a Business Without a Town"
Episode Title: Ep100: You Can't Have a Business Without a Town Description: We made it to 100. Two years, a long list of guests, and a hundred conversations…
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Ep 99 "Two Years of Talking. Here's What Actually Stuck"
Ninety-eight episodes in, we went back and read our own archive. Turns out we've been making the same four arguments the whole time. Four themes kept…
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Ep 98 "Inspect What You Expect"
You don't get what you expect. You get what you inspect. In Episode 98, the Lewis Brothers dig into why standards slip quietly — and why it's almost never a…
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EP 97 "Everyone Agreed. That's the problem."
Everybody Agreed. That's the Problem. A room full of agreement feels like leadership working. Usually it's leadership failing quietly. This week Matt, Shelby…
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Ep 96 "You Get the Behavior You Pay For"
You don't have the team you hired — you have the team you pay for. Somebody in your building is doing exactly what you asked them to do, and it's costing you…
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EP 95 " You Fired the Wrong Guy" - guess you should have asked one more question...
Ep95 — "You Fired the Wrong Guy" | Guess You Should Have Asked One More Question… The most expensive thing in business isn't a bad decision. It's a fast one…
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Ep94 Every Word Counts...
Every word you say as a leader is building something — or breaking it. There's no neutral. This week the Lewis Brothers break down the most underestimated tool…
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Ep 93 "The Price of Being the Name on the Building"
When your name is literally on the building, there's no clocking out. Every interaction in town is a reflection of the business — and of the family behind it…
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EP 92 "They Bought Once — Now What? The Retention Machine"
They Bought Once — Now What? The Retention Machine | Crossroad Conversations Ep. 92 Anybody can sell a car once. An 80-year, four-generation business runs on…
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Ep91 - "Feed It. Train It. Trust It. — The Leader's Mind"
You train your team. You train your skills. You even train your body. But when's the last time you trained your mind? New episode of Crossroad Conversations is…
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Ep 90 "Yesterday's Boss Won't Work Today: Leadership Styles Then, Now, and Next"
Yesterday's Boss Won't Work Today: Leadership Styles Then, Now, and Next Every leader has a style — whether they know it or not. The problem? Most never stop…
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Ep. 89 - "Eating Crow: The Leadership Skill Nobody Wants to Practice"
Episode 89: Eating Crow: The Leadership Skill Nobody Wants to Practice Nobody enjoys admitting they're wrong—but the best leaders know it's one of the most…
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Ep. 88 - "You Don't Run a Business. You Run a Network."
Do you really own a business—or are you managing a network? In Episode 88, the Lewis Brothers break down the hidden ecosystem behind every successful company…
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Ep. 87 - "Fear as Fuel: Turning What Scares You Into What Moves You"
In this episode, the Lewis Brothers explore how fear can be transformed from a hindrance into a powerful tool for leadership and business growth. They share…
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Ep. 86 - "The Reframe — How Leaders Rewrite the Problem Before They Solve It"
# How Leaders Reframe Problems into Opportunities: Insights from the Lewis Brothers **Meta Description**: Discover how effective leaders turn challenges into…
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Ep. 85 - "How Do You Eat An Elephant? One Bite At A Time"
summary This episode explores how to manage business effectively by focusing on small, actionable steps—'one bite at a time.' It emphasizes the importance of…
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Ep. 84 "Blockbuster Had 60 Million Customers. Then They Stopped Listening."
This episode explores how big companies like Blockbuster, Sears, Kodak, and others failed to adapt to changing customer needs and technological advancements…
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Ep. 83 - Stealing From the Best — How Northwest Arkansas Businesses Can Learn From Any Industry
This episode explores how learning from other industries can enhance your business. The Lewis Brothers share insights on adopting best practices from sectors…
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Ep. 82 - Straight from the Leaders mouth - You will hear it here first!!
This episode features a lively panel discussion on leadership, employee management, balancing family and business, and industry insights. The hosts share real…
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Ep. 81 - The meeting to plan the meeting for the next meeting! Stop Meeting - Start Doing!
This episode dives into the art of effective meetings, exploring how structure, purpose, and follow-up can transform your team's productivity. Learn practical…
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Ep.80 - "They Say One Price. You Pay Another. | Business Transparency in NWA
“Up to $15,000 off” is one of those lines that can either be a great deal or a fast way to lose trust. We dig into why customers so often feel…
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Ep.79 - "The Growth Trap: Why 5% of Multi-Million Dollar Companies Vanish Every Year"
This episode explores how success fatigue can lead to operational bloat and shrinking margins, emphasizing the importance of maintaining discipline, managing…
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Ep. 78 Community Outreach, Fan Engagement, & Car Shows!!
This episode features a lively discussion with Elvis from the University of Arkansas, exploring community engagement, fan loyalty, and upcoming events like the…
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Ep.77 - Leadership Under Pressure: Making Decisions Without Perfect Information
In Episode 77 of Crossroad Conversations with the Lewis Brothers, Shelby, Matt, and Taylor talk about leadership under pressure — and how to make the right…
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Ep.76 - The Leadership Audit: What You’re Tolerating Is What You’re Teaching
In Episode 76 of Crossroad Conversations with the Lewis Brothers, Shelby, Taylor, and Matt break down a leadership audit every business owner and manager…
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Ep. 75 - AI Won’t Fix Your Business: The Real Way to Pick Tools and Systems That Work
Leadership, decision-making discipline, systems integration, and AI fatigue drive Episode 75 of Crossroad Conversations. Fresh off the NADA Conference in Las…
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Ep. 74 - 80 Years in Business: Past, Present & Future of Lewis Automotive
Leadership, adaptability, problem-solving, and long-term vision drive Episode 74 of Crossroad Conversations. In this episode, the Lewis Brothers break down…
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Ep. 73 - Building Winners: What Sports Teach About Business, Leadership & Community
Consistency, culture, and community drive Episode 73 of Crossroad Conversations. In this episode, the Lewis Brothers are joined by Mike Rush, founder of Rush…
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Ep. 72 - Building While Training: Leadership Lessons From an Unorthodox Path
Leadership, coaching, fundamentals, and long-term consistency drive Episode 72 of Crossroad Conversations. In this episode, the Lewis Brothers are joined by…
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Ep. 71 - Leadership Lessons From a Year in Review | What Worked, What Didn’t
Leadership, reflection, accountability, culture, and growth drive Episode 71 of Crossroad Conversations. In this episode, the Lewis Brothers kick off the new…
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Ep. 70 - From Ironman to Injury: Discipline, Setbacks, and Starting Again
Discipline, fitness, consistency, resilience, and long-term health drive Episode 70 of Crossroad Conversations. In this episode, the Lewis Brothers are joined…
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Ep. 69 - Doing Hard Things Is the Cheat Code to Confidence
Discipline, doing hard things, fitness, confidence, and personal growth drive Episode 69 of Crossroad Conversations. In this episode, the Lewis Brothers are…
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Ep. 68 - Setting the Stage for a Big Year: Goals, Growth & 80 Years of Lewis Automotive
Goal setting, discipline, consistency, and long-term success are at the center of Episode 68 of Crossroad Conversations. Drawing on more than 80 years of…
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Ep. 67 - The Leadership Blind Spot: What You Can’t See Might Be Holding You Back
Leadership blind spots, customer service, communication, and emotional intelligence are at the center of Episode 67 of Crossroad Conversations. In this…
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Ep. 66 - The Trust Equation: How Leaders Build, Break & Rebuild Credibility
In Episode 66 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers unpack the Trust Equation—what builds real trust as a leader and what quietly destroys it. They…
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Ep. 65 - Leading On Empty: When You Don’t Feel Like a Leader
In Episode 65 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers dive into the reality of what it means to lead when you’re running on empty. They discuss how…
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Ep. 64 - The Momentum Problem: How to Get Your Team Moving Again
In Episode 64 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers break down the Momentum Problem — why teams stall after a strong run and how to get them moving…
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Ep. 63 - They Asked Us EVERYTHING — Unfiltered Leadership Q&A w/ The Lewis Bros
In this special Q&A edition of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers hand the mic to their audience and employees for a candid session of Unfiltered…
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Ep.62 - The Copycat Trap: Why Being Different Is Harder (and Smarter)
In Episode 62 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers expose the Copycat Trap—how businesses fall behind when they chase trends instead of creating…
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Ep.61 - Ego or Instinct: What Really Drives Your Decisions
In Episode 61 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers dig into one of leadership’s trickiest balancing acts: Ego vs. Instinct. They explore how ego can…
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Ep.60 - Noise vs. Signal: How to Tune Out the Leadership Advice That Doesn’t Apply to You
In Episode 60 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers tackle the advice overload era—where everyone’s an expert, and good leadership means knowing who…
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Ep.59 - The Silent Killer of Business: Assumptions
In Episode 59 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers expose the silent killer of business: assumptions. From assuming employees understand priorities…
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Ep.58 - Leadership Confessions: Our Hardest Lessons Learned
In Episode 58 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers open up about their toughest leadership lessons and the costly mistakes that shaped who they are…
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Ep.57 - Breaking the Rules: When Leaders Shouldn't Follow the Playbook
In Episode 57 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers dive into the art of breaking the rules—not recklessly, but strategically. They explore when “best…
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Ep.56 - The Slow Death Of Success: How to Spot COMPLACENCY Before It's Too Late
In Episode 56 of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers go after a silent business killer: complacency—“a feeling of smug or uncritical satisfaction with…
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Ep.55 - Innovation vs. Tradition: Finding the Balance
Summary In this episode of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers dive into the ongoing challenge of balancing innovation vs. tradition in business. From…
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Ep.54 - Time for a Gut Check; How Business Leaders Make Decisions
Summary In this episode of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers tackle the age-old question: Should business leaders trust their gut, the data, or…
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Ep.53 - Brick by Brick: How Dodo Coffee Built a Movement in Arkansas
In this episode of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers sit down with Isaiah, founder of Dodo Coffee, to explore how a dream, a rundown 600 sq ft…
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Ep.52 - 52 Weeks of Leadership: Lessons Learned & What’s Next
In this episode of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers reflect on a year of leadership lessons learned through their podcast. They discuss the…
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Ep.51 - Shut up and Listen - 2 ears - 1 mouth - The art of listening as a leader!
Summary In this episode of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers delve into the critical role of listening in leadership and business. They explore how…
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Ep.50 - Real Leadership Q&A: Honest Answers to Tough Business Questions
Summary In this episode of Crossroads Conversations, the Lewis Brothers discuss the intricacies of running a family business, emphasizing the importance of…
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Ep.49 - Burned Out and Still in Charge: The Dark Side of Leading Under Pressure
Summary In this episode, the Lewis Brothers discuss the challenges of leadership under stress and burnout. They explore the hidden costs of unchecked stress…
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Ep.48 - Stop Being So Nice: How Weak Leadership Masquerades as Kindness
Summary In this episode of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers discuss the fine line between kindness and weakness in leadership. They emphasize the…
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Ep.47 - Why Leaders Fail — And What Smart Ones Learn From It
Summary In this episode of Crossroad Conversations, the Lewis Brothers delve into the theme of failure in leadership, emphasizing that failure is not final but…