The One Who Embraced the Challenge
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The One Who Embraced the Challenge
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About this listen
In this first guest episode of That’s Pure Leadership, host Chris DenHerder sits down with J.R. VanderWall—small business owner, high school coach, Ironman triathlete, and Grandville city council member—for a powerful conversation about personal growth, navigating change, and the value of mentorship.
J.R. shares his journey of balancing family, business, athletics, and community leadership, offering grounded wisdom like “control what you can control” and “every day is an opportunity.” From coaching youth sports to shaping character through discomfort, this episode is full of real-world leadership lessons rooted in resilience, humility, and heart.
If you’ve ever struggled to find balance or wondered how to lead while growing yourself—this one’s for you.