The Spark List: August 21, 2026
A short list of what’s fueling growth and perspective from Chris Burkhard and the Outside Insights + Placers community.
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Your Company Culture Is Broken. And Yes, It Is Your Fault. - Episode 77
Best-selling author Arnie Malham joins Chris Burkhard to reveal why culture reflects leadership, how to fix a failing huddle, and the secret to scaling from the bottom up.
Move Pebbles, Not Mountains: The Secret to Reaching Massive Goals
We just sealed our next six-year vision at Placers in a time capsule. Here is why big, scary goals aren’t really about the destination: they are about who you become along the way.
The Spark List: July 24, 2026
A short list of what’s fueling growth and perspective from Chris Burkhard and the Outside Insights + Placers community.
The $200,000 Bratwurst Mistake (and 30 Years of Entrepreneurial Bliss) - Episode 76
Dogfish Head founder Sam Calagione joins the podcast to talk about legendary collaborations, punk rock culture, and learning from glorious failures.
The Velocity of Silence
Why Your Next Big Growth Phase Depends on Slowing Down
The Spark List: June 26, 2026
A short list of what’s fueling growth and perspective from Chris Burkhard and the Outside Insights + Placers community.
Changing the Community by Changing the Rules - Episode 75
Logan Herring on why true social impact requires radical clarity and a business mindset.
The Five Whys: Drilling Down to What Really Matters
How to stop skimming the surface of your ambitions, ditch standard corporate formulas, and find root significance.
The Spark List: May 29, 2026
A short list of what’s fueling growth and perspective from Chris Burkhard and the Outside Insights + Placers community.
Stop Overcomplicating Mental Health at Work - Episode 74
Stephanie Lemek's Playbook for Leaders