In this episode, Anne Hancock Toomey chats with her longtime colleague and co-founder David Jarrard, a former journalist, public affairs counselor and founding CEO, now serving as executive chairman of Jarrard Inc. David shares his unique journey from growing up in East Tennessee and working the police and theater beats as a reporter to becoming one of the most influential communications leaders in the healthcare industry. He delves into his early career in journalism, lessons learned from leaders and his parents and how these experiences shaped his visionary leadership style. David reflects on the importance of an integrated life, his passion for team synergy and the need to have balance between humility and confidence for effective leadership. The conversation concludes with a lightning round, offering personal insights and a glimpse into David's life outside of work.

02:44 Early Life and Influences in East Tennessee

05:11 Lessons from Journalism and Early Career

07:10 Transition to Corporate Communications

16:57 Reflections on Career Choices and Leadership

23:26 Founding Jarrard, Phillips, Cate and Hancock

26:03 The Importance of Relationships and Team Chemistry

28:11 Leadership Philosophy and Values

31:44 Balancing Work and Personal Life

35:52 Recognizing and Addressing Weaknesses

37:22 Healthy Habits for Effective Leadership

38:56 Lightning Round: Personal Insights

42:25 Final Thoughts on Leadership


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