Jon Taylor Email & Phone Number

Quick story: My career path is unconventional. As a teenager, I couldn’t decide if I should go to art school or seminary, so I joined the Navy after qualifying for the nuclear power program. It was a leap into the unknown; and as a result I learned to trust my instincts and developed discipline, hard work, and determination.I’m also flexible. My career path has shifted continually as opportunities presented themselves, and I’ve never regretted taking on new challenges outside my comfort zone. I have several core values:Integrity. Protecting my reputation by doing the right thing is top of mind. I believe in doing the right thing, even when it's tough. I'm not afraid to own my mistakes and learn from them.Respectful, Empathetic Kindness. I accept people as they are. I choose to believe that everyone is doing the best they can with the information that they have until proven otherwise. I treat everyone with kindness and understanding. The Main Thing. A great idea that distracts from core business focus can be a disaster. Keeping The Main Thing the Main Thing even in the small things yields huge results. Consistency often seems like a superpower, especially in the midst of chaos.Client Focused. I'm passionate about providing value to clients and building strong relationships. I believe understanding client feedback and the competitive landscape are paramount concerns for any business or product. Engaging in Dirty Work. I tend to seek out and take on “dirty work”. I’ve had a lot of success taking on the worst situations. I always see these as an opportunity to succeed - often by both freeing up resources and getting to a positive outcome.Friendly Persistence. I’m gentle but consistent with reminders, check-ins, and offers of support.Time Management. I respect people's time by summarizing thoughts and setting expectations up front. I include agendas with any meeting request and include data as appendix info. I value clear communication.Small Business Mindset. I believe in making the most of every resource. I'm always looking for ways to be more efficient and cost-effective.Learning Lessons. I'm a lifelong learner. I love reading, exploring new ideas, and learning from others' experiences. I love reading history, science (especially neuroscience), and biographies.Sense of Urgency. I love getting things done. I'm also always looking for ways to improve processes and eliminate bottlenecks, but not at the expense of documenting actions and tracking results. I trust my gut, but seek experienced counsel when available.