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In this episode of The Chair Life Podcast, Tom Cuthbert delves into the concept of building a personal and professional flywheel, inspired by Jim Collins’ book Turning the Flywheel. Tom shares his own journey in developing a system for consistent, meaningful progress and leadership growth, helping CEOs and leaders achieve more than they imagined possible.
You’ll learn why momentum isn’t about one big break but rather a continuous, disciplined effort that compounds over time. Plus, Tom shares a surprising productivity hack: why taking a daily nap has become an essential part of his success strategy.
Show Notes
Introduction to the Flywheel Concept
The Five Key Steps to Building Your Flywheel
Identify your flywheel components
Find your core strengths (Hedgehog Principle)
Simplify and codify your flywheel
Test and refine your flywheel
Accelerate with consistency and discipline
How to Apply the Flywheel to Personal Growth
Tom’s Personal Flywheel Breakdown
Leading High-Performing Groups with Intention
Tom’s Tips & Tricks: The Power of Napping
Tom shares his top strategies for maximizing productivity through rest and recovery:
Cognitive Benefits: Boost memory, creativity, and problem-solving
Mood Enhancement: Stay fresh and present during one-on-one sessions
Physical Health: Lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease
Practical Tips:
Block time for naps on your calendar
Create a distraction-free nap routine
Communicate with your team to respect rest periods
Offer the same recovery time for team members
Resources
For additional insights and tools, explore the following resources:
www.tomcuthbert.com/flywheel
www.chairlifepodcast.com
www.longevityarchitects.com
Good to Great - Jim Collins
Turning the Flywheel - Jim Collins
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SZ9FsJkGWi4H7-GyZ-FmWBgzZoAg4HFGmnI40iUv2oE/edit?usp=sharing -
In this episode of ChairLife, Vistage Master Chair Tom Cuthbert explores the concept of "there"—where we want to be in the future—and how understanding it can enhance leadership and coaching. Tom shares insights on defining your there, helping others find theirs, and applying this framework in a successful Chair practice. He also introduces the "Three Things" concept, a powerful productivity strategy that helps leaders focus on what truly matters.
Tune in for valuable tips on gaining clarity in your leadership, delegating effectively, and helping others achieve their goals.
Show Notes Key Topics Discussed
Understanding "There" and "Their There"
The Role of "There" in Coaching
Identifying Your Three Things
Delegation and Focus
Tom’s Tips and Tricks
Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Tom’s Tips and Tricks
Be intentional about defining your there – Know where you want to go, both personally and professionally.
Focus on your three things – Identify what only you can do and delegate the rest.
Ask powerful questions – Help others discover their aspirations by being a great listener.
Leverage others’ strengths – Surround yourself with people who complement your skills.
Simplify and prioritize – Eliminate tasks that don’t contribute to your bigger goals.
Resources
For additional insights and tools, explore the following resources:
www.tomcuthbert.com
www.chairlifepodcast.com
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Jack Daly
Vistage Chair Network
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tAzSs1nOGNYWIKB04-oi0OcM1Y6dHXaaarAlUpc5yFE/edit?usp=sharing
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In the inaugural episode of the ChairLife Podcast, host Tom Cuthbert, CEO and master chair, introduces the ChairLife philosophy. This episode lays the foundation for what’s to come, explaining the podcast’s mission to empower chairs in the Vistage community with actionable insights and practical tools to navigate their leadership roles with balance and purpose.
Tom dives into the show's structure, offering valuable content at three levels . These levels will explore topics such as defining one's vision and purpose, mastering strategic capacity, establishing personal and professional boundaries, and maximizing productivity. He also outlines how the podcast will provide evergreen resources aimed at supporting chairs today and serving as a valuable reference as they grow in their leadership journey.
Suppose you're a Vistage chair looking to elevate your leadership, strengthen relationships, and create a thriving chair community. In that case, this episode is your starting point to learn, grow, and lead with intention. Tune in for the first step in building a fulfilling, balanced work life. -
In this episode of ChairLife, host Tom Cuthbert dives into the concept of becoming a Full Practice Chair—someone who sets clear goals, builds a thriving coaching practice and creates a lasting impact. He discusses the importance of defining what "full" means for your practice and how setting clear targets helps drive success. Tom shares the four key benefits of a full practice: fostering high-performing groups, strengthening member retention, expanding your impact, and maximizing income opportunities.
Beyond building a successful practice, Tom highlights the need to balance professional growth and personal well-being. To help optimize productivity, he introduces three powerful tools—Voxer, Followupthen, and Brain Toss—that can improve communication, streamline workflow, and increase efficiency. Whether you're a seasoned chair or just starting, this episode provides valuable insights to help you lead with excellence while living with intention.
Show Notes
Key Topics Discussed
What is a Full Practice Chair? – Setting clear goals & achieving them
The four key reasons to build a full practice
How to balance growth, impact, and personal life
Strategies to retain high-performing members
The importance of setting targets and measuring progress
Top 3 productivity tools to streamline your workflow
Tom’s Productivity Tools & Business Hacks
Voxer – A voice-based communication tool for quick and efficient messaging
FollowUpThen – An email-based reminder system for better time management
Brain Toss – A note-capturing tool to quickly save ideas and tasks
Resources Mentioned
www.tomcuthbert.com/highperforming
www.charlifepodcast.com
www.jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
www.voxer.com
www.followupthen.com
www.braintoss.com
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17c0aQLyZWn5bHKj-HEVJPw2lP4Cn4bH03psULs0DRoM/edit?usp=sharing -
In this episode of ChairLife, host Tom Cuthbert explores the first step in his coaching framework, "From Here to There." He discusses how understanding your past—your "From"—shapes your leadership and coaching style. Tom shares personal stories, including how historical events like the Apollo 11 Moon Landing influenced his journey. Listeners will gain insights into how personal reflection can enhance their leadership approach and learn actionable strategies to apply this mindset to coaching, branding, and decision-making. Tom also shares a business tip on the power of updating your voicemail daily to improve communication, build credibility, and reinforce work-life balance.
Show Notes
Key Topics
Discussed The “From Here to There” Coaching Framework Why reflecting on your past is essential for leadership Tom’s personal story: Growing up in Texas & major historical influences How to use "From" to enhance coaching & team building 8 practical ways to apply "From" in leadership. Tom’s business tip:
The benefits of updating your voicemail daily Voicemail Strategy:
Why It Works Sets clear expectations for callers
Acts as a subtle marketing tool
Encourages work-life balance & time management
Resources Mentioned
www.chairlifepodcast.com
www.tomcuthbert.com/fromheretothere
jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
jackdalysales.com/product/hyper-sales-growth/
www.cultureindex.com
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E7Lmx-Y1yNgisvTbgbyNb57yDlb7gHWkHqNFe5x0RSA/edit?usp=sharing
