Saddle Your Own Horse™: 2x Bronc Riding Champion Sharing Lessons from the Rodeo Arena for Cultivating Leadership and Personal Responsibility in Business and Life.

In a small town in Nebraska, Zach grew up in an entrepreneurial family working at his parent’s grocery store. At 10, he learned what it takes to become great at what you do.

At 11 years old, Zach rode in the rodeo. He went on to become a two-time Saddle Bronc Riding State Champion. He often says, “Everything I needed to know about leadership, I learned in the rodeo arena.”

Zach’s Professional Achievements Include:

  • Former 2X Saddle Bronc Riding Champion
  • Former VP of Sales for a $300 million logistics company
  • TEDx Speaker 2024 – Saddle Your Own Horse™
  • 20 years of training thousands of sales pros, leaders, and their executive teams
  • Advised, coached, and facilitated 180+ leadership sessions
  • Professionally Trained Storyteller
  • Certified Professional Coach

Today, Zach is recognized as a thought leader, TEDx Speaker, and Executive Coach who specializes in empowering leaders to take personal responsibility through his innovative concept: How to Saddle Your Own Horse™. His 2024 TEDx talk introduced this transformative approach as a contemporary leadership solution tailored for burnt-out executives.

And even though he’s given up bronc riding, you’ll still find him wearing cowboy boots.

Zach lives in Overland Park, KS, with his wife, Shandy, and their three beautiful daughters, Claire, Sophie, and Thea.

Topics:

RAISE IT HIGH & LIFT! SELLING WITH INFLUENCE & PRESENCE

Are you caught in the activity trap, struggling to convert efforts into results? Do your salespeople need to improve their understanding and address prospects’ real needs? Discover the power of genuine influence to propel action and create urgency around your company’s value proposition.
  • Equip your team with performance tools to navigate the inner workings of sales success.
  • Implement simple yet impactful strategies for more meaningful sales conversations.
  • Learn practical communication techniques to accelerate prospects through the sales funnel.

 

THE WILD RIDE: LIVING LIFE IN THE ARENA

In his signature keynote, Zach reveals the three critical approaches to living and leading in the arena of our own lives, why we need this more now than ever, and practical steps for you to be the ultimate leader of your life.

Zach will share his journey from small-town kid to 2x Saddle Bronc Champion and how that has shaped the leadership and life philosophy he now teaches to his clients.  Be prepared to change how you think about your role as a leader. It’s time you put yourself back in the arena.  It’s going to be a wild ride!

  • Clarity in Complexity: Navigate complexities with clarity by prioritizing what truly matters.
  • Embrace Radical Responsibility: Take the reins of your life, take hold, and shape your future.
  • Unleash Growth Potential: Embrace life’s challenges and stay in the arena of your life.

 

LEADING IN THE ARENA: CHAMPIONING YOURSELF AND YOUR TEAM

Great managers are exceptional coaches. The 70% growth stems from real-world challenges rather than formal training or mentoring. To champion your team effectively, mastering a coaching approach is essential. Learn how to empower your team to excel through proven coaching techniques, embracing the ethos of Saddle Your Own Horse™.

  • Discover a powerful self-awareness tool identifying barriers to leadership effectiveness and success.
  • Improve confidence in delivering feedback without creating defensiveness in others.
  • Gain indispensable tools to navigate stress, boost impact, and excel in your professional growth.

 

SADDLE UP! A MODERN LEADERSHIP SOLUTION

In today’s dynamic landscape, burnout and disengagement plague workplaces. Yet, the core issue often isn’t burnout but boredom, stifling untapped potential. To thrive, organizations must foster a culture of ownership and collaboration. Introducing Saddle Your Own Horse™, a paradigm shift in leadership that champions engagement and fulfillment.

  • Equip leaders with vital skills: communication, coaching, and genuine leadership.
  • Break communication barriers, fostering alignment and commitment for exceptional outcomes.
  • Empower leaders to shift from rescuing to leading, igniting employee potential and organizational growth.