{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#115 - Travis Thorne - Cowboy, Banker &amp; Leader","description":"In this live-recorded episode at the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, Neil reconnects with college friend Travis Thorne. They delve into memories from their Texas Tech days, discussing the long-lasting bonds formed and the value of these relationships. Travis shares his cowboy perspective, emphasizing the importance of being prompt, building a trustworthy character, and showing integrity. He recounts influential lessons from key figures in his life\u2014his father and father-in-law\u2014highlighting their willingness to sacrifice time for others. The conversation touches on the significance of presence and the impact of genuine human connections, whether in business, family, or community. &amp;nbsp; Links Visit us at www.thecowboyperspective.com &amp;nbsp; Topics 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:14 Reconnecting with College Friends 01:05 The Value of College Experiences 05:39 The Importance of Presence 09:10 Leadership and Work Ethic 13:08 Stories of Sacrifice and Trust 19:00 Acts of Kindness and Community 22:57 Conclusion and Gratitude &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"The Cowboy Perspective an exploration of grit, servant leadership, and business philosophy with high performers!","author_url":"https:\/\/thecowboyperspective.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/33231272\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/178969812"}