SEASON 3, EPISODE 3

Welcome to Backstage with Randy Phillips - a lighthearted dialogue meant to inspire every heart and home to live a life of purpose.

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

In this episode of Backstage with Randy Phillips, Randy sits down with Larry O’Donnell—former President and COO of Waste Management, business leader, and servant leader advocate. Larry shares his journey of faith, leadership, and personal growth, including lessons learned from his daughter’s challenges and his experiences as the first Undercover Boss. He unpacks the CLEAN acronym for leadership, emphasizing servant leadership inspired by Christ, and how it applies to every relationship in life. From navigating tragedy to reshaping corporate culture, this episode is packed with inspiration and wisdom for leaders in every space.

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 Introduction to Larry O’Donnell and his journey

1:14 Water skiing love story with Larry’s wife, Dare

5:01 From lawyer to business leader: Larry’s career path

6:58 Turning around Waste Management

8:14 The CLEAN leadership principles

9:22 Leadership through servant principles

10:11 Larry’s journey to seminary

12:54 Transition from business to seminary later in life

14:00 Becoming the first Undercover Boss

17:22 Building trust by listening to frontline employees

20:07 Lessons learned from Larry’s father about servant leadership

22:50 Navigating leadership through empathy and accountability

25:48 The life-changing challenge with Larry’s daughter Lenley

28:11 Finding peace through John 9 and trusting God’s plan

30:45 Lenley’s impact on Larry’s faith

32:54 Handling grief and faith as a couple

35:49 Understanding workplace ministry

37:28 Blending faith and career without fear

39:02 Sharing Christ through genuine care

41:02 The CLEAN acronym explained: Commitment, Listening, Empathy, Accountability, Notice

43:01 The importance of mentors and having safe spaces to think

44:10 The purpose of Larry’s book: Sharing struggles and lessons learned

46:07 Lenley’s lasting impact on faith and others

Music: Alive - Instrumental by Lone Waves

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