Sixcess Stories
Sixcess Stories
Podcast Description
Our journey started with a crazy idea as a newly married couple: Let's sell everything we own that doesn't fit into our two cars, move across the country during the middle of a global pandemic to a city where we don't know anyone and use our life savings to purchase a business where the business is knowing people...
If being in the community building business has taught us anything, it's that the relationships and connections we make along the way aren't just a byproduct of success, they are the success.
Sixcess Stories, hosted by Kristina Gent and Eric Ozarowski, is a collection of real, honest conversations with the members of the SIX° Community about how conscious leadership, intentional connection and values-driven business practices have transformed not just their companies, but their lives.
At SIX° Connections, we believe that conscious, caring leaders are a catalyst for connecting humanity. If success is traditionally defined as the attainment of fame, wealth, or social status, then "sixcess" is something entirely different — it's measured by the depth and quality of relationships in our lives that make everything else possible.
Wherever you are on your own journey with success, we hope these conversations challenge how you think about the importance of developing meaningful relationships and inspire you to connect more intentionally.
Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention.
New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.
Sixcess Stories is produced by SIX° Connections, a purpose and values-driven business community dedicated to fostering deep, meaningful relationships among passionate professionals.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as conscious leadership, intentional connection, and values-driven business practices, with episodes like 'Uncovering Riches in Niches' discussing the transformative power of finding one's niche in business.
Our journey started with a crazy idea as a newly married couple: Let’s sell everything we own that doesn’t fit into our two cars, move across the country during the middle of a global pandemic to a city where we don’t know anyone and use our life savings to purchase a business where the business is knowing people…
If being in the community building business has taught us anything, it’s that the relationships and connections we make along the way aren’t just a byproduct of success, they are the success.
Sixcess Stories, hosted by Kristina Gent and Eric Ozarowski, is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life.
At SIX° Connections, we believe that conscious, caring leaders are a catalyst for connecting humanity. If success is traditionally defined as the attainment of fame, wealth, or social status, then “sixcess” is something entirely different — it’s measured by the depth and quality of relationships in our lives that make everything else possible.
Wherever you are on your own journey with success, we hope these conversations challenge how you think about the importance of developing meaningful relationships and inspire you to connect more intentionally.
Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention.
New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.
Sixcess Stories is produced by SIX° Connections, a purpose and values-driven business community dedicated to fostering deep, meaningful relationships among passionate professionals.
Kristina and Eric sit down with Ed Quinlan to explore what it truly means to “live the dream” and how intentional relationships shape that vision. They dive into Ed’s unique approach to journaling as a tool for connection, how he tracks and nurtures relationships over time, and how he’s navigated personal transitions while staying rooted in service. From managing emotional bandwidth in a growing network to leading with vulnerability and purpose, Ed shares the highs and lows of building something bigger than himself, without losing sight of the people who matter most.
Ed Quinlan is an Executive in Residence at Cal State University, San Marcos, College of Business where he brings his 30+ years of experience in business to support and mentor students. When he’s not giving back to the next generation of leaders, he continues to consult with organizations on how to optimize their business, from marketing and sales to internal operations and client retention. Known for his “roll up your sleeves” approach, Ed partners closely with leadership teams to develop strategies that are not only effective, but sustainable. With expertise in talent management and a passion for empowering people, Ed brings heart and discipline to every relationship, guiding individuals and teams to reach their highest potential.
Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life.
Timestamps:
(01:27) Check-in: Describing the day’s energy
(04:08) Relationships: Deep vs. wide
(06:42) The power of journaling
(08:55) The 20-60-20 rule
(14:28) Alignment in values and vision
(16:17) Practicing presence to deepen connection
(25:38) People, clients, value – in that order
(32:27) Golden rule: Never put a prospect in front of a client
(33:41) Retention > Acquisition
(41:15) Building a like-minded community with shared values
(44:22) Is curiosity fading in younger generations?
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(01:09:33) Deep Dive
(01:12:01) Holding onto a story
(01:17:22) Managing time in levels of relationships
(01:21:43) Tracing referrals back to the source
(01:30:24) Repeating childhood patterns
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Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention.
New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.
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