Jason From The Radio

  • Growth Isn’t Reserved for Titles

    Growth Isn’t Reserved for Titles

    This week, I sent out an email. Simple, right? But it wasn’t just an email—it was a door, wide open, inviting team members to step into the kind of opportunity that can change the trajectory of a career.

    Who did I send it to? Not the usual suspects. Not the highest-ranking names on the org chart. I sent it to those who were newer, maybe less seasoned, but unquestionably hungry.

    Then the questions came: “Why them? Why not people higher up?”

    Let me be crystal clear—this wasn’t about rank. It was about potential. The people I invited weren’t just chosen for what they’ve done but for what they could do. Growth doesn’t wait for a title. It doesn’t care about seniority. It belongs to those who lean in, step up, and say, “I want this.”

    Here’s the thing: leaders aren’t made by sitting on the sidelines. They’re forged in the moments when someone says, “I believe in you,” and gives them the shot they didn’t think they’d get.

    This wasn’t about checking a box or playing favorites. It was about building the future—ours and theirs. Giving someone newer a seat at the table isn’t just good for them; it’s transformational for the whole team. Because when you empower fresh voices, you spark fresh ideas.

    To my fellow leaders: stop reserving opportunities for titles. Look beyond hierarchy. Ask yourself, “Who’s waiting for a chance? Who’s ready to grow?”

    The future isn’t built by those who’ve already arrived. It’s built by those who are willing to take the first step.

  • One Shot, One Spark: How to Make Your Elevator Pitch Unforgettable

    One Shot, One Spark: How to Make Your Elevator Pitch Unforgettable

    Someone asked me the other day, ‘What’s your elevator pitch?’
    I paused. How do you explain the core of who you are in just a few seconds? How do you pack a lifetime of passion, vision, and grit into one tiny window of time? It’s not just a summary—it’s the spark that has to make someone stop, listen, and feel something.
    An elevator pitch isn’t just a set of facts or a line off a resume. It’s that one raw moment where you let someone see what drives you, where you don’t hold back. In that flash, you’re not just introducing yourself; you’re showing them the kind of impact you’re here to make, why you’re different, and why you matter.
    So when someone asks, ‘What’s your pitch?’ don’t play it safe. Don’t hide behind the usual labels. Let them see your fire, your purpose, and why you’re the one who can’t be ignored. Make it bold. Make it real. Make sure that when those elevator doors close, they’re still thinking about you.