Inside the 90™ Episode #54 - The 90-Minute Meeting: Your First Step to Choosing an EOS Implementer

In this episode of Inside the 90, Jami and Andrew break down how to choose the right EOS Implementer for your business. Andrew walks through the three roles every implementer plays — teacher, facilitator, and coach — and explains why the right fit goes beyond credentials or industry experience. From the free 90-minute meeting to understanding certification levels, you'll get a clear picture of what the evaluation process looks like and what to prioritize. Whether you're brand new to EOS or ready to move from self-implementing to hiring a professional, this episode gives you a practical roadmap for making a confident, informed choice. Key Topics How most people first discover EOS — through referrals or reading Traction. The three pillars of the EOS ecosystem: an implementer, the books, and EOS Academy. The three roles of an EOS Implementer: teacher, facilitator, and coach. How the free 90-minute meeting works and why every leadership team should do one. Why light industry experience in an implementer is often better than deep expertise. The three EOS Implementer certification levels: Professional, Certified, and Expert. How to stay transparent when you're evaluating more than one implementer. Key Chapters 0:00 - Welcome and Jami's experience working with two different EOS Implementers. 3:00 - How people typically discover EOS and where to begin. 6:30 - The three roles of an EOS Implementer: teacher, facilitator, and coach. 11:00 - What the 90-minute meeting is and why every team should do one first. 16:00 - The "help first" culture of the EOS Implementer community. 19:00 - How much industry experience to look for — and when too much is a problem. 23:30 - The three certification levels: Professional, Certified, and Expert. 27:00 - Final advice on engaging with an implementer and being open about your process. Mentions & Credits Wonder - https://www.workwithwonder.com EOS Worldwide - https://www.eosworldwide.com Traction by Gino Wickman - https://www.eosworldwide.com/traction EOS Worldwide Implementer Directory - https://www.eosworldwide.com/find-an-... EOS Academy - https://www.eosworldwide.com/eos-one-... Neil McLean (EOS Implementer) -   / neilmcleaneos