From White Belt to Black Belt: Mastering the Stages of Leadership with Jason Shupp

The Black Belt in Leadership

In this episode of The Black Belt in Leadership, host Aslak de Silva welcomes Jason Shupp, the experienced leader of Ferguson Roofing and host of the From There to Here podcast, for a deep dive into the journey of leadership growth. Using the martial arts belt system as a metaphor, they explore how leaders progress from the early days of the "white belt" stage, where fundamentals are formed, through to the "black belt" mastery level, where continual learning becomes key.
Jason shares invaluable insights from his own leadership experiences of more 20 years and stories from nearly 70 podcast guests, each of whom has transformed through significant life and leadership lessons. Together, they unpack the importance of resilience, breakthrough moments, self-reflection, and embracing the challenges that shape a leader’s journey.
Whether you’re starting out in leadership or working toward mastery, this episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom on how each stage of development can unlock your potential to grow, lead, and inspire others.
Jason Shupp is a business owner, entrepreneur, speaker, and podcaster. He is the third generation and nearly 20 year leader of the family construction business. Recently, he passed stewardship to another family business, effectively starting the 4th generation of a now blended family.
Shupp’s leadership journey took him through both sides of generational transition, leading a tenured team while introducing young talent, navigating uncharted industry changes and unprecedented socioeconomic events.
Jason’s time is now invested in his podcast platform. Rooted in curiosity and empathy, his approach blends nuance, context, and reflection to promote growth and perspective for his guest and audience.
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