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Spence Sheldon is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the Owner of Sheldon Restaurant Group, a company that owns four Donatos Pizza locations. Two in Bowling Green Ky, one in Murfreesboro TN, and one in Nashville TN. At only 29 years old Spence leads his team with a servant leadership mentality. Spence not only is known as the Pizza Guy he also founded and runs a nonprofit called "Almost Home Clothing" which gives back to the community and helps the homeless start over with a fresh start.Let’s tune in and learn more about his inspiring story.[00:01 – 12:17] Getting to Know Spence Sheldon I welcome and introduce my guest, Spence SheldonWelcome back to the show, Spence!It’s Been a Wild 2021Spence shares the growth of his business for the past yearThe Secret Sauce on GrowthSo many catastrophes and the opening of two more restaurantsDonatos Pizza: More than just pizza“We choose hospitality, not service.”The Hardest Thing that Spence Has Ever Done[12:18 – 51:27] How To Build A Winning Team And Company CultureWhy it’s better to bring in people without prior knowledge and experienceTraining someone from the ground upAn exception to every ruleHow Spence stays motivatedWe got here on purpose, no one else to blameBe intentional with your timeBecome very structuredA Yes Guy“I just want to find my best “yes”.”Spence talks about acquiring his freedom and balanceThe Same Reason Meet and Not to MeetSpence’s partnerships and meeting new peopleBusiness meetings versus personal meetingsHow to Build Your Brand and Company CultureGrowing a hospitable cultureFinding and caring for the right peopleConsistency is the answerWhy does this company exist? Who are we?To give the customers a great experience To treat people like we would treat themselves It’s All About CultureWhat Motivates Your People?Spence shares the job of leaders to their employeesLeaders that are Intuitive EnoughWhy servant leadership is the only way to leadSpence’s passion and servant leadershipFrom a home of giversA unique opportunity in businessKeeping a humble postureHow Good You Are, How Bad You AreYou have to be okay with personal growth[51:28 – 01:01:21] Closing Segment Visit Donatos Pizza and get the excellent experience you deserve!How to connect with SpenceSee links below Final wordsResources Mentioned:Who Not HowTweetable Quotes:“I think most entrepreneurs think they're Superman until they're not.” – Spence Sheldon“Sometimes the best thing to do is to make a decision that's going to help the other 130 employees not, not the (a single)one, you know, you got to have to look at the big picture.” – Spence Sheldon“I think it's inevitable we have to have those failures to grow a hundred percent.” - Spence Sheldon-----------------------------Follow Spence on Facebook and Instagram.To know more, you can connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or visit my website https://ephraimglick.com/. I’m offering a FREE 30-minute consultation for people who reach out to me.I want to know more about you!LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to overcome fears and obstacles by sharing this episode or click here to listen to more episodes.