11 : How to Create a Mastermind Group with Aaron Walker

11 : How to Create a Mastermind Group with Aaron Walker

Author: Mark Eckdahl - Entrepreneur | Dad | Father of 3 kids | Software Engineer | Podcast Host September 22, 2015 Duration: 19:39

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About Aaron T. Walker

Aaron Walker is, without question, a veteran entrepreneur. Starting his first business at 18, and selling to a Fortune 500 company nine short years later, demonstrates Aaron’s passion for success. Unwilling to rest on past success alone, Aaron started, bought, and sold eight successful companies over the past 36 years. Having a strong desire for personal development has kept Aaron in a weekly mastermind group for more than a decade with Dave Ramsey, Dan Miller, Ken Abraham, and seven other notable Nashvillians. Aaron has enjoyed a 35-year marriage with his beautiful wife, Robin. Today, Aaron spends the majority of his time helping men grow in Success and Significance as President and Founder of View from the Top, a premier life and business coaching resource.

Fantastic Family Man

Aaron values his time spent with family and friends. Sharing the past 35 years with his lovely wife Robin has been nothing short of spectacular. His two fantastic daughters and champion sons-in-law have given Aaron & Robin four beautiful grandchildren. When time allows, Aaron enjoys hunting, fishing, golf, and is an avid reader.

Aaron’s Business Life

Businessman and Life Coach, Aaron T. Walker, has inspired many through his leadership, mentorship, and consistent pursuit of excellence. He enjoys helping others and believes experience is a great teacher. 35 years of entrepreneurship and marriage have given Aaron a wealth of experience. Aaron continues to reach new heights and broaden his perspective of the terrain by examining his experiences and growing from them.

aaron-t-walker-chairPursuit of Excellence:

For 19 years and counting, Aaron has taken classes from and has been coached personally by his friend, financial guru, Dave Ramsey. Spiritual mentors David Landrith and Bob Warren have impacted his spiritual life beyond measure. Two other disciplined mastermind groups, 48 Days led by friend Dan Miller and The Torch have played a role in his understanding of how to live a significant, successful life. Aaron incorporates education and learning opportunities into his daily routine, remaining informed of the latest tools and trends available.

Leadership:

It only took a few years as a partner with David Patton Construction LLC for Aaron to help take the business from doing one to two projects per year to a multi-million dollar company, voted number one builder for three consecutive years by Nashville’s House & Home & Garden Magazine’s People’s Choice Awards. He sold his retail business to Cash America USA, a Fortune 500 company. In addition to being the owner of eight lucrative businesses, Aaron participates in civic endeavors.

Mentorship:

Through his participation in personal accountability groups, Aaron mentors 11 individuals weekly now and has for over five years. The Eagles Group, a collection of Nashville’s most respected leaders met weekly for over a decade. At his local church, Aaron is an active member, team leader, Deacon, and teacher.

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Mark Eckdahl brings his perspective as an entrepreneur, software engineer, and father of three to Wisdom From Dads. Each episode is built around a compelling short story, often drawn from the intersections of family life, marriage, and the lessons learned while raising kids. These narratives are crafted to be genuinely enjoyable, packed with moments that resonate whether you're driving solo or gathered in the living room. The idea is simple: these 15-minute stories are designed to spark meaningful conversation, offering a shared experience that can bridge generations. You might hear a tale about a business hurdle that taught a deeper lesson about patience, or a funny, everyday family moment that revealed something profound about connection. This podcast serves as a resource for anyone reflecting on their own upbringing, perhaps filling in a few of those missed wisdom moments, and for parents looking for a natural, unforced way to open up dialogues with their children. It’s not about lecturing; it’s about discovering inspiration together through storytelling. The value lies in that potential-to listen, to laugh, and to then turn off the episode and start talking. Mark’s background blends the practical with the personal, giving each story a grounded, relatable feel that makes the wisdom accessible, not abstract. Tune in for a brief, engaging break that aims to leave you and your family with more than just a story, but a starting point for your own shared insights.
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