Decisions That Built a Business

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All In With Nothing to Fall Back On — with Andrew Wilson
1/03/2026 | 5 mins.
What happens when a founder removes the safety net and commits fully to a decision that could end everything? In this episode, host Shane Whatson sits down with Andrew Wilson to explore the moment they took a risk with no backup plan—when hesitation became more dangerous than failure. Through fear, isolation, and relentless pressure, Andrew shares how total commitment sharpened focus, transformed leadership, and ultimately turned an impossible situation into a defining breakthrough.
The Decision Made at the Breaking Point with Ryan Patel
1/03/2026 | 4 mins.
Breaking points don’t arrive with warnings—they build quietly under pressure. In this episode, Ryan Patel, Founder and CEO, shares the moment when continuing forward was no longer possible and a difficult decision had to be made. From silent burnout and constant pressure to clarity, restructuring, and renewed purpose, Ryan reveals how choosing to pause, rethink, and reset at the breaking point didn’t end the business—but ultimately saved it.
The Moment They Stopped Surviving and Started Building with Brian Lewis
12/31/2025 | 5 mins.
Many businesses don’t fail—they simply get stuck in survival mode. In this episode, Brian Lewis, Founder and CEO, shares the defining moment when his company stopped reacting and started building with intention. From fear-driven decisions and constant pressure to clarity, purpose, and long-term vision, Brian reveals how shifting from survival to strategy transformed the culture, the leadership mindset, and the future of the business.
The Turning Point No One Inside the Company Expected with Kevin Roberts
12/31/2025 | 5 mins.
Turning points rarely announce themselves. In this episode, Kevin Roberts, Founder and CEO, shares the unexpected moment that quietly reshaped his company from the inside out. What began as a small operational change exposed deeper challenges around alignment, trust, and purpose. Through honest reflection, Kevin reveals how resistance became insight—and how an unplanned disruption sparked renewed clarity, stronger leadership, and a more intentional path forward.
The Risk That Turned Failure Into Growth with Emily Johnson
12/29/2025 | 5 mins.
In this episode, Shane Whatson sits down with Emily Johnson to unpack the risk that followed failure—and unexpectedly became a turning point. They explore the pressure of setbacks, the moment of choosing courage over comfort, and how one bold decision reshaped mindset, strategy, and growth. A powerful conversation for founders and leaders learning how failure, when faced honestly, can become the foundation for long-term success and resilience.

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About Decisions That Built a Business

Welcome to the Decisions That Built a Business is the show where bold moments, brilliant pivots, and high-stakes choices take center stage. Each week, host Shane Whatson sits down with founders, leaders, and creators to unpack the single decision that changed the trajectory of their business — for better or for worse. These aren’t highlight-reel stories. They’re the unfiltered, behind-the-scenes conversations about the moments when everything was on the line: the risks taken, the doubts faced, the opportunities spotted, and the turning points that shaped million-dollar outcomes. Whether you’re building a startup, scaling a team, or carving your own path, you’ll walk away with sharp insights, practical takeaways, and the mindset shifts needed to recognize — and make — the decisions that move you forward. Hosted by Shane Whatson.Inspired by real builders.Designed for ambitious minds.

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