Unlock the secrets behind building stronger teams, improving customer experience, and identifying blind spots with Dave Molenda, founder of Positive Polarity and bestselling author of Growing on Purpose. In this episode of the Inventive Expert, host Devin Miller dives deep into team dynamics, hiring strategies, DISC profiles, customer experience training, and the hidden blind spots that keep leaders stuck. 🚀

Whether you’re scaling a startup, hiring your first employee, or looking to elevate your leadership IQ, Dave breaks down what truly drives high-performing teams—and what causes them to crash. From hiring missteps to customer experience breakthroughs, this episode delivers practical and actionable insights every entrepreneur needs. 💡

👉 Topics We Cover:
• The REAL motivators behind employees (hint: it's not always money!)
• Using DISC, StrengthsFinder, & Myers-Briggs to hire better
• How to fix blind spots you can’t see
• Why customer experience determines pricing power
• The danger of “square peg in a round hole” hires
• How to build a rock-star team even with a limited budget
• Why two-thirds of your customers will pay more for a great experience
• The link between team culture and customer satisfaction

Dave has spent decades helping leaders build healthier teams and deliver unforgettable customer experiences. His practical, Midwest-rooted approach makes this episode packed with straightforward strategies business owners can act on today. 🧭

📚 Guest Links:
• Positive Polarity: positivepolarity.com
• Book: Growing on Purpose
• Contact Dave: Dave@positivepolarity.com

If you're building a business or growing your team, this episode is an absolute must-watch.

👇 Watch now, learn fast, grow better!

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🍫 Guest: Dan Abel Jr, CEO of Bissingers
🎙️ Host: Devin Miller, Miller IP Law

Dan shares the evolution of Bissingers—from handcrafted heritage to digital transformation. Learn how he unified e-commerce and POS systems, reduced supply chain risk, and redefined packaging to balance beauty, cost, and efficiency.

💡 Topics:

• Designing packaging that reflects quality

• Integrating NetSuite + Shopify

• Avoiding single-supplier failure

• Scaling handmade excellence

Listen now and discover how legacy brands stay competitive in a digital-first economy.
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