WED, APRIL 16, 2025 • S2 E329 • 1 HR 19 SEC
Dennis Van Baale on EOS, Vulnerable Leadership, and How to Build Aligned Teams That Scale

In this episode of Do the Thing, Stacey Lauren sits down with EOS Implementer Dennis Van Baale to explore what it really takes to build a rockstar leadership team. From the power of vulnerability to the quiet wisdom of team members like “Jenny,” Dennis shares the tools and mindset shifts that help businesses grow—from $3M to $300M.
They also dive into Stacey’s At Liberty movement, the surprising lessons horses can teach us about leadership, and the real difference between those who succeed and those who walk away.
Whether you’re leading a company, building a team, or just trying to stay grounded while you grow, this conversation will change the way you think about trust, vision, and connection.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Why business owners don’t fail—they burn out
08:12 – Who “Jenny” is and how to help her speak
17:30 – How horses and equine therapy relate to business
27:45 – What EOS really is (and why most businesses wait too long)
44:40 – Why surrounding yourself with the right people is everything
YouTube: https://youtu.be/yeyvHUKGd7c
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dennis-van-baale-on-eos-vulnerable-leadership-and-how/id1618590178?i=1000703744874
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mhmg3U1le9gUo7JN7VjNA
Information
Show
Do The Thing
Published
WED, APRIL 16, 2025
Length
1 HR 19 SEC
Season
2
Episode
329