Robert Nitsche on Paying It Forward with Stefan Whitwell on CELEBRATE Like a CEO Podcast
Robert Nitsche, CEO of The Nitsche Group, was interviewed by Stefan Whitwell on celebrating the little wins, the value of mentorship, and paying it forward.
Robert Nitsche is the CEO of The Nitsche Group, an independent insurance agency operating in Texas since 1949. The Nitsche Group serves Texas businesses statewide. Some of their specialties include agribusiness, contractors policies, oil & gas, and surety bonds. In this episode, Robert talks about his career journey, the mentors that helped him along the way, finding unique ways to celebrate the small wins, and the scholarship fund he created to help pay it forward.
“My dad taught me a long time ago to find those people that are really great at what they do and learn from them,” shares Robert Nitsche, CEO of The Nitsche Group, an independent insurance agency operating in Texas since 1949. Robert took his first steps in the office of his family’s business where he is now the CEO. Although as a child he did not think he wanted to take over the family business, he discovered a talent and passion for the work along the way. Today, Robert joins host Stefan Whitwell to talk about the lessons he learned along his career journey, the mentors who helped shape him, and how he has been able to pay it forward by investing in his community.
Listen to the full podcast interview by Stefan Whitwell with Robert Nitsche on your preferred podcast channel.
In this podcast Stefan Whitwell uncovers:
How Robert got into the insurance business
What Robert’s superpowers are that have helped him succeed
Celebrating both the small and big wins, in business and personal life
What it was like being a spy for a day at The James Bond School in London
How to take accountability and move forward from failure
The value of mentorship and learning from mistakes
The gift of giving back with no strings attached

Podcast Quotes:
“You can't just wing it. There needs to be a little preparation, a little thought about what you're going to do. That's probably my biggest superpower, as well as being able to analyze the situation and come up with creative solutions.” (6:56-7:10 | Robert)
“My dad taught me a long time ago, find those people that are really great at what they do and learn from them.” (10:52-11:01 | Robert)
“My favorite saying around here is, we’re going to try something new and if it doesn't work we've got to back up 10 yards and punt. We’re going to try something else, so don't get attached to what we're doing.” (11:09-11:18 | Robert)
“You're going to have those moments where it doesn't work, and you just have to stay focused and continually pour in the effort.” (13:11-13:18 | Robert)
“One of the most interesting things that I have never done before is spying on people and trying to set up surveillance.” (23:54-24:03 | Robert)
“That's a reward for when you're working hard, and you have some resources to do something really crazy and different. Sometimes you find those opportunities, and those are the kinds of opportunities I'm always looking for.” (26:13-26:24 | Robert)
About the Podcast Guest:
To learn more about Robert Nitsche visit his website (The Nitsche Group).
About host Stefan Whitwell:
Stefan is an Austin, Texas based CEO, wealth advisor, and tax planner for business owners, executives, investors and philanthropists. He believes that true wealth is lived at the intersection of health, wealth and purpose. Whitwell & Co. serves clients coast to coast and has particular expertise in tax planning (to keep more of what you make) and private investments. Stefan particularly enjoys helping protect special needs children with insurance based solutions and working with clients to use tax-efficient annuities to generate life-long cash flow. Stefan comes from a musical family and regularly plays violin and trains in BJJ to help him find balance and a tiny bit of sanity amidst all the craziness today.
About CELEBRATE Like a CEO Podcast:
Each CEO and business owner's journey is unique and full of powerful lessons. Join Stefan Whitwell, founder of his own nationwide investment and wealth management firm, as he interviews fellow seasoned executives and business owners. Each week will bring an inside peek into how they fill their tanks, celebrate their teams' wins, and maintain success without burning out.
Listen to the full podcast interview by Stefan Whitwell with Robert Nitsche on your preferred podcast channel.
To contact the host, you can schedule a meeting with him here: https://calendly.com/whitwell-advisors
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