Guest: Nathan Henson, Vice President of Business Operations, Energy Worldnet

Introduction:

• Welcome to the Building Blocks Podcast, hosted by Brad Coleman.
• The podcast explores career paths and leadership habits in the energy, utility, and construction fields.
• Brad's goal is to identify common traits of successful leaders to provide listeners with the tools needed for their own success.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Brad Coleman interviews Nathan Henson, Vice President of Business Operations at Energy Worldnet. Nathan shares his career journey, insights into the software industry, and the importance of understanding one's strengths and leveraging them for personal and professional growth.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Nathan Henson’s Background:

• Nathan has been in the software as a service (SaaS) industry for nearly 15 years.
• He transitioned from a potential career in veterinary medicine to business and software.
• Experience with various roles in customer service, product management, and account management.

1. Career Journey and Learning:

• Nathan emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and staying in roles where growth is possible.
• He shares how his roles evolved within organizations and the significance of understanding customer needs and software functionality.
• Transition to product management and the impact of bridging analytical skills with company needs.

1. Personal Growth and Self-awareness:

• Discussion on the value of self-awareness and identifying personal strengths and weaknesses.
• The role of CliftonStrengths in understanding and leveraging individual strengths.
• Nathan’s approach to career decisions, focusing on learning and alignment with core values.

1. Organizational Growth and Opportunities:

• Nathan's journey at Energy Worldnet, including roles in business analysis, product management, and leading a project management office (PMO).
• The importance of creating consistent project management approaches and metrics.
• Transition to leading multiple teams within the business operations unit.

1. Adopting EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System):

• Implementation of EOS at Energy Worldnet to align the organization with common goals and vision.
• The role of leadership and management in driving accountability and growth.
• Importance of communication and the 555 framework for coaching and employee development.

1. Generational Differences and Technology Integration:

• The impact of having multiple generations in the workplace and the lessons each can teach.
• Emphasis on the younger generation’s proficiency with technology and its integration into work processes.
• Nathan's perspective on the value of remote work and maintaining effective communication.

Closing Remarks:

• Nathan shares his thoughts on being vulnerable, making decisions, and the importance of adding value in any role.
• He highlights the significance of leadership in nurturing growth and the evolving work environment.

Connect with Nathan Henson:

• LinkedIn: Nathan Henson

Call to Action:

• Brad encourages listeners to reach out on LinkedIn with feedback and suggestions for future interviews.
• Listeners are invited to leave a review and connect with Brad and other guests on LinkedIn for ongoing discussions about leadership and career growth.