Deep Leadership
Deep Leadership is a podcast hosted by Jon S. Rennie that explores the philosophy that leadership is a people business. Drawing from his experience as a Cold War submarine officer and corporate leader, Rennie offers real-world, actionable advice alongside expert guests. The show focuses on practical leadership insights for business and life.
Episodes
#0438 – Why the Best Leaders Never Planned to Be Leaders with Jessie Hathcock
Most people think great leaders have always dreamed of being in charge. But what if the opposite is true?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Jessie Hathcock, President of The Loading Dock and founder of Scale Simple, to explore how purpose, humility, and service shape exceptional leaders. Jessie shares her remarkable journey from middle school teacher and nonprofit leader to lead
#0437 – Your Body Knows You’re Burned Out Before You Do with Melissa Gonzalez
Your Body Knows You're Burned Out Before You Do
What if the warning signs of burnout show up long before you recognize them?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Melissa Gonzalez, author of The Purpose Pivot, to explore why so many high achievers ignore the signals their bodies are sending them until it's too late. After a life-threatening health crisis forced her to stop, Melissa
#0436 – Why the Best Leaders Stop Trying to Control Everything with Yining Wang
Stop trying to control everything.
Most leaders believe their job is to control outcomes, manage every detail, and have all the answers. But what if that mindset is actually making leadership harder?
In this episode, Yining Wang joins me to discuss why the best leaders stop trying to control everything and instead focus on developing inner clarity, self-awareness, and purpose. Drawing on his exp
#0435 – Why Your Excuses Are Holding You Back with Patrick Engasser
Why Your Excuses Are Holding You Back
What if the biggest thing standing between you and success isn't your circumstances, your competition, or your limitations... but the excuses you've accepted as truth?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Patrick Engasser, bestselling author, business coach, motivational speaker, and former top-performing sales leader. Patrick has been blind s
#0434 – Why High-Trust Teams Outperform Everyone Else with Dr. Dennis Reina & Dr. Michelle Reina
What makes people trust a leader? And why do some teams thrive under pressure while others fall apart?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with trust experts Dr. Michelle Reina and Dr. Dennis Reina, co-founders of Reina Trust Building and authors of The Art of Trust Building, to explore the real impact trust has on leadership, culture, and performance.
We dive deep into:
Why high-
#0433 – Why Innovation Fails Without the Right People with Dr. Bruce Vojak
Most companies think innovation is about technology, strategy, or process. Dr. Bruce Vojak says they’re wrong.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, Jon Rennie sits down with innovation expert Dr. Bruce Vojak to explore why innovation succeeds or fails based on the people inside the organization. Drawing from decades of experience at companies like Motorola and from his research on “serial innovato
#0432 – Why Authentic Leadership Is So Hard at Work with Dr. Rashidah Leverett
Most leadership advice tells you to “just be authentic.” But what happens when the workplace pressures you to become someone else?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with leadership coach, consultant, and author Dr. Rashida Leverett to explore why authentic leadership is so difficult in today’s workplace. Drawing from over 30 years of experience in the military, government, higher edu
#0431 – Why High Performers Will Win in the AI Era (and Others Won’t) with Jacob Morgan
What happens when AI enters the workplace at full speed?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with futurist, bestselling author, and workplace expert Jacob Morgan to discuss why the future of work will reward high performers more than ever before.
We explore the return of accountability in the workplace, the growing divide between high performers and average contributors, and why AI wo
#0430 – The Networking Mistake That Could Cost You Your Career with Greg Roche
The Networking Mistake That Could Cost You Your Career
What happens when you lose your job… and realize you have nobody to call?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with networking expert and author Greg Roche to discuss why so many professionals wait too long to build meaningful relationships and how that mistake can quietly damage careers.
Greg shares how losing his HR leadership r
#0429 – Why Smart People Get the World Wrong with Peter Lamont
Why do smart people get things so wrong?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Professor Peter Lamont to explore a powerful idea: it’s not what you think that matters most—it’s how you think.
We dive into his concept of Radical Thinking—a different approach to critical thinking that challenges you to examine the roots of your beliefs. Peter explains why every one of us is operating
#0428 – Why Self-Awareness Is the Leadership Skill Most Leaders Lack with Margaret Andrews
Why Self-Awareness Is the Leadership Skill Most Leaders Lack
Most leaders don’t fail because they lack skill, experience, or good intentions—they fail because they don’t truly understand themselves.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Margaret Andrews, author of Manage Yourself to Lead Others, to unpack why self-awareness is the foundation of effective leadership—and why so many
#0427 – Leadership Decisions You Can’t Afford to Get Wrong with Dr. Linda Henman
Leadership Decisions You Can’t Afford to Get Wrong
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Linda Henman, advisor, author, and expert in high-stakes decision-making, to talk about the leadership decisions you simply can’t afford to get wrong.
Most organizations are full of people who know how to execute. They run fast, deliver results, and get promoted. But when the stakes are hi
#0426 – Stop Being the Fixer & Start Leading People with Robert Heath, Sr.
Most leaders don’t fail because they don’t care.
They fail because no one ever taught them how to lead.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Robert Heath Sr., a former Marine Corps officer, attorney, and leadership coach, to unpack one of the biggest traps leaders fall into—the need to be the fixer.
If you’re the person everyone relies on to solve problems, this conversation mig
#0425 – Great at Your Job? That Doesn’t Mean You’re a Great Leader with Dr. Peter James
What happens when your best performer becomes your worst leader?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Peter James, President and CEO of HCG Strategic Partners, to unpack one of the most common (and costly) mistakes organizations make: promoting great individual contributors into leadership roles without preparing them to lead.
Peter brings a rare perspective shaped by leadersh
#0424 – Broken Trust: How Great Leaders Fix It with Dr. Darryl Stickel
Broken Trust: How Great Leaders Fix It
Trust is at some of the lowest levels we’ve ever seen—and leaders are paying the price.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Darryl Stickel to unpack what trust really is, why it’s collapsing in today’s uncertain world, and how great leaders rebuild it inside their teams.
We talk about the real definition of trust (it’s not what you think), why confidence
#0423 – Claim Authority First – Then Figure It Out with Tom Kubiniec
What if you didn’t wait for permission… and just claimed authority?
In this episode of the Deep Leadership podcast, I sit down with Tom Kubiniec, President and CEO of Securit Tactical, who built multiple successful companies without a degree, corporate experience, or a traditional playbook.
Tom shares how he carved out a leadership position in an industry that had no clear expert—and why sometim
#0422 – Crisis Is Coming. Are You Ready? With Stephanie Craig
Crisis Is Coming. Are You Ready?
Every leader will face a crisis. The question is whether you’ll be prepared—or caught off guard.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Stephanie Craig, President of Kith, to talk about what most leaders get wrong about crisis management—and how to fix it before it’s too late.
Stephanie shares why crisis preparedness is a mindset, not a checklist, a
#0421 – Stop Fixing Problems - Do This Instead with George Pesansky
Stop Fixing Problems!
Most leaders are trained to hunt problems, fix issues, and eliminate failure. But what if that mindset is actually limiting performance?
In this episode, Jon sits down with George Pesansky, author of Super Performance, to challenge the way we think about leadership, operations, and improvement. Instead of obsessing over what’s broken, George explains how the best leaders id
#0420 – The Success Trap: Why High Achievers Feel Empty at the Top with Keren Eldad
The Success Trap: Why High Achievers Feel Empty at the Top
Success is supposed to make you happy… so why do so many high achievers feel trapped?
In this episode of the Deep Leadership podcast, I talk with executive coach and author Keren Eldad about the hidden emotional cost of ambition. We explore why success and happiness often move in opposite directions, how leaders unknowingly build a “gild
#0419 – The Confidence Trap: Why Great Performers Choke Under Pressure with Scott Papek
The Confidence Trap: Why Great Performers Choke Under Pressure
Why do talented athletes, leaders, and entrepreneurs sometimes lose confidence in the moments that matter most?
In this episode of the Deep Leadership Podcast, I sit down with mindset coach Scott Papek to explore why even high performers struggle with pressure, overthinking, and self-doubt. Scott works with athletes from middle schoo
#0418 – If You Only Hear Good News, You’re Failing as a Leader with Phillip Wilson
If you’re a leader and you only hear good news, you may have a bigger problem than you think.
In this episode of the Deep Leadership podcast, I sit down with Phillip Wilson, CEO of LRI Consulting Services and author of The Leader-Shift Playbook, to talk about one of the most overlooked leadership blind spots: power distance.
Why don’t employees speak up?Why do teams hide mistakes?Why does bad ne
#0417 – When the Mission Fails: 5 Timeless Values Every Leader Must Live with Andy Crocker
What do you do when the mission fails?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with aerospace executive Andy Crocker to talk about what happens when a career-defining project collapses. After competing against SpaceX and Blue Origin for NASA’s Human Landing System, Andy and his team lost the contract — not once, but twice.
For many leaders, that kind of loss can shake your identity.
Inst
#0416 – The Hidden Reason High Achievers Struggle in Marriage with Gabriela Embon
Are you winning at work but quietly struggling at home?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Gabriela Embon, author of Becoming a Power Couple, to talk about why high achievers often succeed in their careers but fail to invest in the most important partnership of their lives.
We discuss:
Why work-life balance is a myth for driven leaders
The difference between balance a
#0415 – Real Leadership Isn’t Learned in a Classroom with Chris Hossfeld
Most leadership training happens in classrooms.Real leadership doesn’t.
In this episode, I’m joined by Chris Hossfeld, a 27-year U.S. Army veteran and founder of Barrel Strength Leadership, who develops leaders by taking them to historic battlefields like Gettysburg and Normandy.
We explore why pressure, emotion, and shared experience shape leaders far more than PowerPoint slides ever can. Chris
#0414 – How Pressure Turns Good Leaders Into Bad Bosses with Sabina Nawaz
How Pressure Turns Good Leaders Into Bad Bosses
Most leaders don’t fail because they lack skill or good intentions.
They fail because pressure changes how they show up.
In this episode, executive coach Sabina Nawaz explains why pressure, not power, is the real force that corrupts leadership. Drawing from her work with senior leaders at Microsoft and Fortune 500 companies, Sabina breaks down how
#0413 – Flexible Leadership: Why Rigid Leaders Fail in an Uncertain World with Kevin Eikenberry
Flexible Leadership: Why Rigid Leaders Fail in an Uncertain World
The world has changed. Leadership has to change with it.
In this episode, I’m joined by Kevin Eikenberry, one of the most influential leadership thinkers today and author of Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. We unpack why the leadership approaches that worked in the past often break down in today’
#0412 – The Hidden Emotional Cost of Change Every Leader Overlooks with John Fisher
Most change initiatives fail for one reason: leaders ignore the emotional impact of change.
In this episode, I’m joined by John Fisher, creator of the Fisher Change Curve, to explain what employees actually experience during change—and what leaders must do to guide people through it.
We cover:
Why change feels like loss
The emotional stages of change at work
Why resistance happe
#0411 – How Great Leaders Turn Empathy into Power with Jess Baker
How Great Leaders Turn Empathy into Power
Empathy is praised in leadership—and often quietly punished.
In this episode, Jon Rennie is joined by Jess Baker, chartered business psychologist and author of The Super Helper Syndrome, to explore how great leaders turn empathy into real power without being overlooked or burned out.
Jess explains why highly empathic professionals are often passed over
#0410 – Brave Leadership: How Courage, Not Comfort, Drives Results with Jill Schulman
Brave Leadership: How Courage, Not Comfort, Drives Results with Jill Schulman
Fear shows up quietly in leadership.
It delays decisions. Avoids hard conversations. Keeps talented people playing it safe.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I’m joined by Jill Schulman, Marine Corps veteran, leadership consultant, and author of The Bravery Effect, to break down why courage—not comfort—is what act
#0409 – Leadership at the Highest Level: Inside Camp David with Michael Giorgione
What does leadership look like at the absolute highest level?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I’m joined by Michael Giorgione, a retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral who served as the Commander of Camp David, the secluded presidential retreat where some of the most important leadership decisions in history have taken place.
Michael takes us inside Camp David and shares what it’s really like to ser
#0408 – Presilience: A Leadership Framework for Thriving in Crisis and Uncertainty with Dr. Gavriel Schneider
Presilience: A Leadership Framework for Thriving in Crisis and Uncertainty with Dr. Gavriel Schneider
In today’s volatile and uncertain world, resilience is no longer enough. Leaders must learn how to thrive before a crisis hits.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I’m joined by Dr. Gavriel Schneider, an internationally recognized expert in security, risk intelligence, and leadership under pre
#0407 – How to Build Real Influence as a Leader with Brad Englert
How to Build Real Influence as a Leader with Brad Englert
How do leaders build real influence that lasts, not just connections that fade?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I’m joined by Brad Englert, author of Spheres of Influence and former CIO at the University of Texas at Austin. Brad shares decades of leadership experience on how authentic relationships, not transactional networking, are t
#0406 – Unlocking Hidden Potential: The Leadership Shift That Transforms Teams with Ernesto Gomez
Unlocking Hidden Potential: The Leadership Shift That Transforms Teams
In this episode, Jon Rennie sits down with executive leader, entrepreneur, and author Ernesto Gomez to uncover why so many organizations operate far below their true capacity — and what leaders can do to change that. Drawing from 30+ years of experience in the food service and consumer goods industries, Ernesto shares practic
#0405 – Project Management Mistakes Leaders Make and How to Fix Them with Clint Padgett
Project Management Mistakes Leaders Make and How to Fix Them with Clint Padgett
In this episode, I’m joined by Clint Padgett, Navy veteran, accomplished CEO, best-selling author, and one of the most respected voices in project management today. Clint has spent more than 30 years helping global teams deliver high-stakes projects, from Coca-Cola’s Olympic activations to massive international initi
#0404 – Self-Leadership: The Essential Strategy Most Leaders Forget with Bija Bennett
Self-Leadership: The Essential Strategy Most Leaders Forget
In this episode, I sit down with wellness pioneer and author Bija Bennett to explore a simple truth: you can’t lead others well if you’re not leading yourself. We talk about why so many leaders burn out, how constant digital noise disconnects us from our own thinking, and why slowing down isn’t indulgent—it’s strategic.
Bija shares powe
#0403 – Lead with Hospitality: The Secret to Inspiring People in Any Workplace with Taylor Scott
Lead with Hospitality: The Secret to Inspiring People in Any Workplace with Taylor Scott
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I’m joined by leadership expert and author Taylor Scott, who spent more than twenty years inside top hospitality brands. His message is simple and powerful: great leaders make people feel welcome, comfortable, and important.
We break down the real meaning of leading with h
#0402 – Never Quit: How an Underdog Navy SEAL Redefined Mental Toughness with David Brown
Never Quit: How an Underdog Navy SEAL Redefined Mental Toughness
What does it take to push past pain, failure, and fear?
In this episode, former Navy SEAL David Brown shares his incredible journey from a 5'3", 110-pound kid from coal country to one of America’s elite warriors. Against all odds, David earned his Trident, served around the world, and went on to lead major federal investigations.
H
#0401 – Leading in the Age of AI: The Human Advantage with Dr. Alfredo Borodowski
Leading in the Age of AI: The Human Advantage
The AI revolution isn’t just changing technology—it’s changing what it means to lead.
In this episode, Dr. Alfredo Borodowski joins me to explain why the future of leadership depends on our ability to stay human. We talk about AI-driven anxiety, how to build resilience in uncertain times, and why the most successful companies will be the ones that inv
#0400 – Clear and Compelling Communication for Leaders with Salvatore Manzi
It’s our 400th episode of Deep Leadership! Thank you for listening and being part of this incredible journey.
In this milestone episode, Jon Rennie talks with Salvatore Manzi, a leadership communications coach and author of the #1 Amazon bestseller Clear and Compelling: Communication Strategies for Big Thinkers with Bold Ideas.
Salvatore shares how leaders, especially those with technical or ana
#0399 – Servant Leadership in Action: Lessons from Ken Blanchard with Martha Lawrence
Servant Leadership in Action: Lessons from Ken Blanchard with Martha Lawrence
What does it really mean to lead by serving others?
In this episode, Martha Lawrence—executive editor at Blanchard and co-author of Trust Works—shares personal stories from her 20+ years working alongside Ken Blanchard, the legendary author of The One Minute Manager.
We discuss:
How Ken Blanchard helped make
#0398 – Train to Lead: How to Build Leadership Strength Like an Athlete with Christian Muntean
Train to Lead: How to Build Leadership Strength Like an Athlete with Christian Muntean
Leadership isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you train for.
In this episode, I talk with Christian Muntean, founder of Vantage Consulting and author of Train to Lead: A Proven 90-Day Guide to Building Leadership Strength. Christian’s clients have collectively grown their revenues by more than $50
#0397 – Being Valuable Matters More Than Chasing Titles with Kash Rocheleau
Being Valuable Matters More Than Chasing Titles with Kash Rocheleau
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I’m joined by Kash Rocheleau, CEO of Icon Foods. Kash’s journey is remarkable—starting in accounting just six years ago and rising to the top leadership role of the company.
She shares powerful lessons on:
Why focusing on being valuable matters more than chasing titles
How curiosity
#0396 – The 5 Promises Every Leader Must Keep with Dr. Roger Gerard
What if the key to engagement and loyalty comes down to just five promises?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, Dr. Roger Gerard explains how leaders can:
Prevent burnout by treating people as professionals, not commodities
Build authentic trust that fuels performance
Avoid the “cynics, apathetics, and naysayers” trap
Keep teams motivated with five simple but powerful commi
#0395 – Cultivating Conditions for Employee Growth with Dr. Britt Yamamoto
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I talk with Dr. Britt Yamamoto — educator, entrepreneur, and author of The Soil of Leadership and The Hyaksho Way.
Britt introduces the idea of soil-based leadership, a powerful metaphor drawn from farming that shifts focus from short-term results to cultivating healthy conditions for long-term employee growth. We discuss:
Why many leadership “fixes” fail
#0394 – Creating Workplaces People Actually Love with Matt Tenney
What if your workplace was a place people actually wanted to be?
In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Tenney, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of Inspire Greatness: How to Motivate Employees with a Simple, Repeatable, Scalable Process. Matt’s TED Talk has been viewed over a million times, and he has helped leaders at organizations such as Salesforce, Marriott, and United Airlines build engaged, h
#0393 – Inspiring Leadership for Today’s Changing Workplace with Dr. Matt Poepsel
In this episode of Deep Leadership, we’re discussing Inspiring Leadership for Today’s Changing Workplace. I sit down with Dr. Matt Poepsel, Marine Corps veteran, author of Expand the Circle: Enlightened Leadership for Our New World of Work, and leadership expert.
We talk about:
The lessons the military teaches about balancing mission and people
Why outdated leadership models no longer
#0392 – Deep Thinking: The Secret to Better Leadership with Scott Burgmeyer
Are you leading on autopilot? In this episode of Deep Leadership, Scott Burgmeyer joins me to explain why so many leaders fall into the trap of shallow thinking — and how to break free.
We discuss:
Why autopilot decision-making holds leaders back
The hidden personas that drive shallow thinking
A simple model to help you reflect, think deeper, and lead with clarity
How leade
#0391 – Unlocking Authentic Leadership with Dr. Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Sylvia Rohde-Liebenau, and we’re discussing the subject of Unlocking Authentic Leadership. Sylvia is a senior executive coach with 30 years of experience, who helps C-Suite leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers thrive in today’s complex and fast-moving world. She is the founder of the SMART Power method, a groundbreaking approach for succeeding in complexity, with gre
#0390 – Thriving as a Leader by not Walking Alone with Bob Carrothers
Today, I’m joined by Bob Carrothers, and we're talking about Thriving as a Leader by not Walking Alone. Bob is a Master Chair at Vistage Worldwide and brings over 29 years of experience in leadership development and executive coaching. Bob facilitates peer-to-peer boards of CEOs and executives, creating environments conducive to skill enhancement, informed decision-making, and superior results. He
#0389 – Fix the Real Issues Holding Your Team Back with Sean Glaze
Today, I’m joined by Sean Glaze, and we’re talking about how to fix the real issues holding your team back. Sean is a sought-after leadership and workplace culture speaker who gained valuable insights on turning talent into teamwork as a successful basketball coach – and now he travels around the country to share those actionable lessons. Sean’s engaging conference leadership, keynotes, and custom
#0388 – From Setbacks to Slam Dunks: Secrets to Unstoppable Leadership with Angela Lewis
Today, I’m joined by Angela Lewis, and we’re discussing Unstoppable Leadership. Angela is a former professional basketball player, championship-winning coach, and the Head of Operations at SpeakerHUB—a global platform that helps speakers grow their visibility and influence. Drawing from over two decades of experience in sports, education, and entrepreneurship, Angela now empowers elite performers
#0387 – Why Most Company Cultures Are Fake and How to Fix Yours with Margaret Graziano
Today, I’m joined by Margaret Graziano, and we’re discussing Why Most Company Cultures Are Fake and How to Fix Yours. Margaret has
spent her life reinventing herself. She has gone from being a single mother at 19, working at the first Cable TV company, to leading one of the fastest-growing consultancies and becoming a bestselling author. Margaret has continually taken on challenges and learned to
#0386 – Escaping the Micromanagement Trap with Chris Seifert
Today, I’m joined by Chris Seifert, and we're talking about Escaping the Micromanagement Trap. Chris is the founder of Enabling Empowerment
and author of Enabling Empowerment: A Leadership Playbook for Ending
Micromanagement and Empowering Decision-Makers. He’s spent over 20 years leading teams—from the control room of a nuclear submarine to the plant floor and the boardroom. Chris helps leaders
#0385 – The Hard Truth about Culture with Dr. Thomas Krause
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Thomas Krause, and we're talking about the Hard Truth about Culture. Tom is a world-renowned thought leader focused on
decision making, leadership, and behavior in the creation of a positive
organizational culture. He has designed culture change interventions to
prevent catastrophic events, fatalities, and disasters. He founded Behavioral Science Technology, Inc., and is p
#0384 – Why Human Skills Matter More Than Ever in the Age of AI with Dr. Nada Sanders
Today, we’re joined by Dr. Nada Sanders, and we're discussing Why Human Skills Matter More Than Ever in the Age of AI. Nada is an internationally recognized AI thought leader, expert in forecasting, and global supply chain intelligence, and Distinguished Professor at D’Amore-McKim School
of Business at Northeastern University in Boston. Stanford ranks her as one of the world’s top 2% of scientists
#0383 – How to Turn Middle Managers Into Your Company’s Secret Weapon with Helen Young-McLaughlin
Today, we’re joined by Helen Young-McLaughlin, and we're discussing How to Turn Middle Managers Into Your Company’s Secret Weapon. Helen is CEO of Helen Young Coaching & Consulting and Founder of The
Leverage Academy is a 6-month management development program designed specifically for middle and emerging managers. She coaches managers and leaders on how important empathy, listening, and effective
#0382 – Why Burnout Happens and How to Take Your Power Back with Dr. Sharon Melnick
Today, we’re joined by Dr. Sharon Melnick and we're discussing Why Burnout Happens and How to Take Your Power Back. Sharon is an
Executive Psychologist and Coach with 25 years of experience. She is a global authority on personal power and high-performance in leadership. Her methods are informed by 10 years of psychology research at Harvard Medical School, and field-tested by coaching and training
#0381 – Why Strategy Fails Without Leadership with Willie Pietersen
Today, I’m joined by Willie Pietersen, and we're discussing why Strategy Fails Without Leadership. Willie has practiced and studied leadership as a CEO of multibillion-dollar businesses, as a professor at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business, and as a consultant to some of the world’s biggest and best-known organizations, from Ericsson and Johnson & Johnson to ExxonMobil and the Girl
#0380 – The Hidden Power of Values-Based Leadership with Robert MacPhee
Today, I’m joined by Robert MacPhee, and we're discussing Values-Based Leadership. Robert is the creator of the Excellent Decisions values-based leadership program and the author of Living a Values-Based Life. He
is the former Director of Training for the Canfield Training Group and worked closely for many years with Jack Canfield, the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Book series and t
#0379 – The Answer Is a Question: A Radical Shift in How to Lead with Laura and Dominic Ashley-Timms
Today, I’m joined by Laura and Dominic Ashley-Timms, and we're discussing their new book, The Answer Is a Question. Laura
learned about the power of coaching from her early career in international
table tennis and from coaching others at Oxford University, where she was one of the first women to enter Oriel College. She is now recognized as a global leader in coaching. Dominic studied for a degree
#0378 – What Toddlers Can Teach Us About Leadership? with Dr. Hasan Merali
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Hasan Merali, and we're exploring What Toddlers Can Teach Us About Leadership. Hasan is an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University and a pediatric emergency medicine physician at McMaster Children’s Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and Master of Public Health degree from Johns Hopki
#0377 – The One Leadership Skill You Can’t Ignore: Mastering Trust with Charles Feltman
Today, I’m joined by Charles Feltman, and we're discussing the leadership skill of mastering trust. Charles works with people who seek to become the best leaders they can be for themselves, their teams, and their companies. He has served as an executive and leadership coach for over 25 years. His primary focus is helping leaders and teams build and maintain a high level of trust. He is the author
#0376 – Talking for Change: The Secret Skill Every Leader Needs to Master with Joel Ellis
Today, Joel Ellis joined me, and we discussed the idea of Talking for Change. After a long career in business leadership roles, Joel entered a new chapter in his life, where he helps other leaders through his coaching and speaking programs. He focuses on assisting middle managers to overcome the typical communication challenges that many leaders face, especially in dealing with change efforts. On
#0375 – Why Everything You Know About Work and Leadership Is About to Change with Steve Cadigan
Today, I’m joined by Steve Cadigan, and we're discussing why everything you know about work and leadership is about to change. Steve was
LinkedIn’s first Chief Human Resources Officer and author of the popular book, Workquake. He is a globally recognized talent strategist,
board member, and thought leader in the future of work. As the founder of Cadigan Talent Ventures, a Silicon Valley-based cons
#0374 – Why Most Leaders Fail in a Crisis (And How to Prevent It) with Patrick Hardy
Today, I’m joined by Patrick Hardy, and we're discussing why Most Leaders Fail in a Crisis. Patrick is an expert in disaster preparedness and response. He is a graduate of FEMA’s Advanced Academy, with certifications as a Master of Exercise, Certified Emergency Manager, Certified Risk Manager, and Master Business Continuity Professional. Drawing from his wealth of experience, Patrick equips lead
#0373 – Why Most Leaders Fail at Building Trust (and How to Fix It) with Mike Robbins
Welcome to the Deep Leadership podcast. Today, I’m joined by Mike Robbins, and we're discussing Why Most Leaders Fail at Building Trust. Mike is the author of five books, including Bring Your Whole Self to Work and We’re All in This Together. He's a former pro baseball player whose playing career ended due to an injury. He is now a well-known motivational keynote speaker and an expert in emotional
#0372 – 7 Proven Practices for High-Growth Leadership with Patrick Thean
Today, I’m joined by Patrick Thean, and we're discussing High-Growth Leadership. Patrick is an international speaker, CEO coach, and serial entrepreneur whose mission is to help leaders build great companies and achieve their dreams. Patrick grew his first company to #151 on the Inc. 500 list, and since then, he’s been on a mission to share his wisdom with CEOs worldwide, guiding them through the
#0371 – Scaling a Small Business with Randy Carr
Today, I’m joined by Randy Carr, and we're talking about Scaling a Small Business. Randy is the CEO of World Emblem, the largest Patch, Emblem, and Badge Producer in the world. World Emblem makes patches and emblems for industry leaders like New Era, Cintas, Vestis, Levi’s, RTIC, Perry Ellis, and many others. They have more than 1,200 dedicated employees worldwide and produce a million pieces a da
#0370 – Succeeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace with Eric Charran
Today, I’m joined by Eric Charran, and we're talking about Succeeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace. Eric is a visionary technology executive, author, and thought leader with over 25 years of experience in transforming global enterprises through digital innovations, data-driven strategies, and AI-driven solutions. Known for his ability to bridge the gap between business objectives and complex techn
#0369 – Resilience at Work with Simon Bailey
Today, I’m joined by Simon Bailey, and we're discussing Resilience at Work. Simon is a researcher, advisor, speaker, and author. He is the world’s leading expert on the subject of brilliance. His groundbreaking research into resilience and brilliance led to his 11th book, Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future. With Disney Institute as his launchpad, he’s left an indelible m
#0368 – Leading a Team of Tough Rugged Bastards with John Dailey
Today, I’m joined by John Dailey, and we're talking about Leading a Team of Tough Rugged Bastards. John spent over 20 years in the Marines, mostly in special operations. When the Twin Towers went down, Dailey was in Australia with his platoon. He knew immediately that things would never be the same. He was hand-picked to be a part of Detachment One (Det-1), the USMC’s newly formed special operatio
#0367 – Unlock the Potential of Your Employees with Pam August
Today, Pam August joined me to talk about how to unlock the potential of your employees. Pam is a sought-after speaker, facilitator, coach, and cocreator with a strong foundation of lifelong learning. She guides organizations, teams, and leaders to unlock existing potential for transformational results. She was the director of culture activation at WestJet, one of Canada’s most admired corporate c
#0366 – High Performance Leadership with Dr. Carla Fowler
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Carla Fowler, and we're discussing High Performance Leadership. Carla is an MD, PhD, and elite executive coach. For the last decade, she has been a secret weapon for scores of CEOs, entrepreneurs, and other senior leaders. Carla’s unique approach combines the latest research from performance science with timeless best practices to help top performers level up and achieve t
#0365 – Surviving to Thriving Leadership with Dr. Renee Moorefield
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Renee Moorefield, and we're talking about Thriving Leadership. Renee is a visionary leader and innovator in the field of human-centered leadership. She is CEO and co-founder of Wisdom Works Group, a company that focuses on developing thriving leaders. Her company has worked with many Fortune 500 companies such as Coca-Cola, Barilla, Roche, Booz Allen, Google, Nike, Hyatt,
#0364 – Make Leadership Healthy Again with Dr. Philip Ovadia
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Philip Ovadia, and we're talking about how to Make Leadership Healthy Again. More than 3,000 heart surgeries taught Dr. Ovadia that good health comes from lifestyle and nutrition, not from surgery. He is now on a mission to help people avoid the operating table by giving them the tools and mindset to never need a heart surgeon. Dr. Ovadia works as an independent cardio-sur
#0363 – Leading with Influence with John Marvin
Today, I’m joined by John Marvin, and we're discussing Leading with Influence. John is a visionary entrepreneur, acclaimed columnist, and influential leader dedicated to empowering others to unlock their full potential. He is President and CEO of Texas State Optical, where he has cultivated a thriving business network while spearheading initiatives in health and wellness consulting and eye care pa
#0362 – Becoming the Best Boss Ever with Don Frericks
Today, I’m joined by Don Frericks, and we're talking about becoming the best boss ever. Don is a seasoned leadership development expert with over 25 years of experience transforming managers into extraordinary leaders. He is an inspirational executive coach, leadership team developer, facilitator, and executive advisor. Don is the author of Best Boss Ever: Rapidly Develop Yourself Into the Leader
#0361 – Creating Consistently High Achieving Teams with Steven Gaffney
Today, I’m joined by Steven Gaffney, and we're discussing Creating Consistently High Achieving Teams. Steven is CEO of the Steven Gaffney Company and is the leading expert on creating Consistently High Achieving Teams(CHAT)®. He has helped leaders and teams from Fortune 500 companies, U.S. government, military organizations, and industry giants such as Amazon, Marriott, Lockheed Martin, and Americ
#0360 – Fit For Success with Nick Shaw
Today, I’m joined by Nick Shaw, and we're discussing how to be Fit For Success. Nick is the Founder and CEO of RP Strength, a multi-million dollar company that helps people achieve their health and fitness goals through evidence-based methods. Nick is an IFBB pro bodybuilder who bootstrapped his company from the ground up, rapidly turning it into a health tech brand with a lifetime revenue of over
#0359 – Discovering Your Leadership Superpowers with Aneace Haddad
Today, I’m joined by Aneace Haddad, and we're discussing the topic of Discovering Your Leadership Superpowers. Aneace is a seasoned C-Suite Executive Coach and McKinsey Senior Advisor. He has a wealth of experience and expertise in executive leadership. With over 2,000 hours of certified coaching, impacting over 300 individual senior leaders, and aiding 100 top teams across 15 diverse industries g
