Bob Theuring on Why Businesses Succeed by Taking Action

In this episode of Kanawha Valley Hustlers, I chat with Bob Theuring, founder of Tandem Innovations, about the importance of action over endless preparation. Bob explains how companies used to invest more in leadership training, but now many rely on online resources, which can lead to analysis paralysis. I share my own experience learning to ride a bike—not by researching, but by doing—and Bob reinforces that real learning happens through practice. We discuss how musicians, like Bob’s brother, spend years honing their craft, despite social media making success look effortless. Bob introduces the concept of deep work from Cal Newport’s book and highlights Steve Martin’s advice to be so good that people can’t ignore you. As we wrap up, Bob emphasizes that business growth comes from action—making calls, taking steps, and moving forward rather than just reading or planning.