In this episode of The People Playbook, Jason Taylor sits down with veteran entrepreneur, leadership coach, and President of Landscape Ontario, Ed Hansen. From humble beginnings cutting neighbors’ lawns to leading a multimillion-dollar business and coaching CEOs across the country, Ed shares hard-earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and empowering people.

You’ll hear stories about breaking the “right” rules, learning from failure, and why the best leaders sometimes lead from behind. Ed also dives into building a strong team culture, embracing innovation without losing tradition, and creating a work-life rhythm that lasts.

Whether you’re a seasoned CEO or an entrepreneur just starting out, this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership - and inspire you to lead with care, curiosity, and courage.