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Join Dr. Patrick Leddin every Wednesday as he speaks with authors, thought leaders, athletes, entrepreneurs and other influential leaders as they challenge the status quo of leadership to explore new ways to lead and find success.

Episode 179: Think Deeply about Leadership with General David Petraeus (US Army, Ret.)

General David H. Petraeus (US Army, Ret.) joins Patrick this week to discuss a framework that leaders at every level can use to develop, refine, and improve. In addition, they discuss how to effectively develop leaders by combining academic and hands-on experiences with role models and inspiration. Patrick reflects on a time some twenty years…

007. Harnessing the speed of trust with NYT bestselling author Stephen M. R. Covey

New York Times bestselling author and global thought leader Stephen M. R. Covey joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss the importance of trust. He shares what it means to be trustworthy and key behaviors you can employ to build stronger relationships, teams, and organizations. Together we learn that trust is the one thing…

Episode 151: Negotiate as if Your Life Depended on it With International Hostage Negotiator and Author Chris Voss

Chris Voss is the author of “Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It” and the CEO and Founder of the Black Swan Group Ltd. Chris has used his years of experience in international crises and high-stakes negotiations to develop a unique program and team that applies these globally proven techniques…

Episode 045. Choose to Lead Others For The Right Motive With Bestselling Author Patrick Lencioni

Pat Lencioni is one of the top business consultants, speakers, and authors on planet earth. He has numerous bestselling books including The 5 Temptations of a CEO, The Advantage, and The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team. Pat joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss his latest book, The Motive: Why So Many Leaders Abdicate Their…

036. Lead with candor, competence, and coaching in tough times with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith

Thinkers50, Fast Company, INC Magazine, and Global Gurus have all recognized Dr. Marshall Goldsmith as the world’s leading executive coach. In this episode, Patrick sits down in the ‘lab’ to talk with Marshall about the challenges we face in today’s world and what leaders can do to help guide teams and organization’s through turbulent times.…

Episode 146: Act on the Whoosh, Whoosh, Whoosh Sound with the World’s Bestselling Author James Patterson

The world’s bestselling author, James Patterson, talks to Patrick about the importance of trusting your gut, peeking through doors, and taking action when you hear that Whoosh, Whoosh, Whoosh sound.  Gain insights into how a boy from small-town New York becomes the world’s most successful writer. Listen to this podcast and then pick up a…
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Episode 239: Elevate Your Performance through Mental Strength with Former Pro Baseball Player and Coach Derin “DMAC” McMains

Patrick sits down with mental performance coach Derin “DMAC” McMains. Derin is renowned for his work with top athletes, musicians, executives, and teams, providing them with the mental strategies needed to excel and lead in their respective arenas. In their conversation, DMAC shares insights into the psychological skills and disciplines that are crucial for maintaining…

Episode 238: Transform Lives and Foster Change with CEO Trina Frierson

In this captivating episode of the Leadership Lab, Patrick dives into the remarkable journey of Trina Frierson, from overcoming addiction and personal loss to founding Mending Hearts, an organization transforming the lives of women facing similar challenges. Trina’s story is a powerful testament to resilience, showcasing how one’s darkest moments can lead to a purpose-driven…

Episode 237: Chose Your Life with Best-Selling Author Jim Huling

Join host Patrick Leddin on the Leadership Lab podcast for a compelling conversation with Jim Huling, renowned author of *The 4 Disciplines of Execution* and a distinguished executive coach. In this episode, Jim shares invaluable insights into living intentionally and making pivotal life choices. With over three decades of experience guiding leaders and organizations to…

Episode 236: Explore the Perfect 10 with Co-Founder of RE/MAX Dave Liniger

In this episode of the Leadership Lab, Patrick sits down with Dave Liniger, the influential co-founder of RE/MAX and a real estate visionary, to discuss Liniger’s new book, “The Perfect 10.” Liniger, known for reshaping the real estate landscape and his adventurous personal life, shares insights from his extensive career and diverse experiences. “The Perfect…

Episode 235: Learn Leadership Lessons from Elite Teams with CEO Jon Becker

Today’s featured guest is Jon Becker, the CEO of Aardvark, a company specializing in supplying protective and communication equipment to elite teams worldwide. Patrick and Jon discuss insights from Jon’s remarkable 38-year journey with Aardvark, offering valuable lessons on how the best of the best operate. Gain access to principles, insights, and ideas that every…

Episode 234: Influence Like a Pro with Author Robert Cialdini

In this episode, Patrick welcomes author, Dr. Robert Cialdini into the Leadership Lab to talk about his work in the area of influence. In so many ways leadership can be boiled down to two key aspects. One is influencing others, and the other one is making decisions. This episode addresses the first issue, influence, head-on.

Episode 232: Stand Out in a Competitive World with CEO William Vanderbloemen

In a world where the job market is ever-evolving, crowded with talent, and increasingly influenced by AI, the question on everyone’s mind is: How do I stand out? How do I become indispensable? These are crucial questions in today’s professional landscape, and they deserve in-depth exploration and understanding. This week, we’re diving deep into these…

Episode 231: Lead a Life that Ignites You with Passion Struck Author John R. Miles

Are you leading a life that ignites your soul or just going through the motions like a rudderless ship? This is the central theme of John R. Miles’ latest book, “Passion Struck.” It’s also the hot topic of this week’s Leadership Lab podcast, where Patrick and John dive into discussions about human mosquitos, anxiety optimizers,…

Episode 229: Unravel What It Means to ENGAGE Your Team with Dr. Patrick Leddin

In this insightful episode, Patrick takes a deep dive into our ENGAGE course, detailing how it prepares leaders to cultivate an environment where people are motivated to give their best. He breaks down two key truths about engagement and unveils the S-T-A-R-S Framework. As part of a comprehensive six-episode series, this discussion is designed to…

Episode 228: Build a Team of Problem Solvers via the INSPIRE Course with Dr. Patrick Leddin

In the latest installment of the Leadership Lab Podcast, Patrick dives into the theme of nurturing ‘ready now’ leaders equipped to effectively guide teams in 2024 and beyond. Expanding on themes from previous episodes about the Leadership Lab Content and System, Patrick introduces the INSPIRE course, designed to transform your team into adept problem solvers.…

Episode 227: Learn to SERVE Your People with Excellence with Dr. Patrick Leddin

In this episode, Patrick continues his conversation about the Leadership Lab’s Content and System to grow leaders. He focuses on the course SERVE which teaches how to be a customer-driven leader who treats team members as you would treat your very best customer.  Learn about the importance of both your Essence and Expertise as a…

Episode 226: Explore Our DISRUPT Signature Course with Dr. Patrick Leddin

In this latest Leadership Lab podcast episode, Patrick delves deeper into the evolution of leaders for 2024 and beyond. Expanding on last week’s insights, he emphasizes the pivotal equation: Content + System = Success. Patrick introduces the transformative DISRUPT course, designed to empower leaders to break free from the “this won’t work here” mindset, fostering…

Episode 225: Close Your Biggest Leadership Development Gaps in 2024 and Beyond with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Are you prepared to bridge the leadership gap that could be the barrier between your organization and its key goals for 2024 and beyond? Patrick confronts this crucial challenge head-on. He dives deep into the innovative Leadership Lab Learning System, a blend of award-winning content and a proven system that spells success for leadership development.…

Episode 224: Navigate the Complex Landscape of Organizational Change with O-I Glass Chief Sustainability Officer Randy Burns

Randy Burns, the Chief Sustainability Officer and Corporate Affairs Officer at O-I Glass, joins Patrick to discuss leading change. Renowned as the world’s leading producer of glass containers for a diverse range of food and beverage products—from wine and soft drinks to jams, pickles, and salsa—O-I Glass operates 69 manufacturing facilities across 19 countries. There’s…

Episode 223: Embrace the Messiness of Being Human with Jenny Lincoln

In this episode, Patrick is joined by Jenny Lincoln. Jenny is described as a unicorn of speakers who could chat about paint drying, and you’d suddenly want to renovate your house. She’s vulnerable yet tough, charming but no-nonsense, and has a knack for nudging people into action. In their conversation, they discuss her transition from…

Episode 222: Close Your Confidence Gap with Kelli Thompson

Are you ready to walk through the door with confidence? Are you prepared to live your values out loud?  In this episode, Patrick dives into a conversation with coach, speaker, and author Kelli Thompson this week. Her latest book, “Closing the Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential, and Your Paycheck,” is written for women…

Episode 221: Help Others Flourish with 100 Coaches Agency CEO Scott Osman and President Jacquelyn Lane

Patrick Leddin welcomes Scott Osman, CEO of 100 Coaches Agency, and President Jacquelyn Lane, for an engaging discussion on their latest book, “Becoming Coachable.” Co-authored with the 100 Coaches founder, Marshall Goldsmith, this insightful work dives into the transformative power of executive coaching in reshaping leadership in life. Scott and Jacquelyn unravel the essence of…

Episode 220: Unleash the Mutant Learner in You with Treion Muller

Patrick joins Treion Muller to discuss what it means to be a “mutant learner” and how leaders can revolutionize their personal and professional growth. With over two decades of experience transforming some of the world’s largest learning and development organizations, Treion brings a wealth of knowledge as a Chief Strategy Officer, CEO, Founder, and more.…

Episode 219: Explore Which Way is North with Author Will Cady

Join Patrick this week as he delves into a conversation with Will Cady, Reddit’s Global Brand Ambassador and strategic genius involved with powerhouse brands like Apple, Google, and Netflix. Together, they explore the significance of pursuing and sharing your passions. The conversation invites you to explore how true value stems from the values cultivated through…

Episode 218: Build a Winning Culture with Donco CEO David Mendelson

Patrick joins David Mendelson, CEO of Donco to discuss the secrets behind Donco’s unique and thriving culture, where engaged employees and loyal customers come together to make a sustainable impact on our planet. From innovative green solutions in manufacturing to pioneering recycling avenues like turning gummy bears into bear bait, David sheds light on how…

Episode 217: Learn How Work Really Works with Dr. Michelle King

Ready to learn how to manage relationships at work and leverage both formal and informal networks? Join Patrick as he visits with Dr. Michelle King, a leading voice on workplace inequality and organizational culture. With a decade of research under her belt, Michelle recently released her latest book, “How Work Works: The Subtle Science of…

Episode 216: Use Your Secret Sauce to Make a Social Impact with Deborah Macfarlan Enright, Ed.D.

Patrick dives deep with Deb Macfarlan Enright into how we can all make a bigger impact in the world. Inspired by her family’s legacy of selfless service, Deb has crafted a hub of expertise to empower those driven to tackle critical global issues like hunger, homelessness, and education disparities. Discover how Deb supports change-makers in…

Episode 215: Dream Big and Win with Billion Dollar Business Builder Liz Elting

In this episode, Patrick dives into a riveting conversation with Liz Elting, the trailblazing Founder and CEO of The Elizabeth Elting Foundation. Liz, who was also the brilliant mind behind the founding of the $1.5 billion TransPerfect, a leading global translation service firm. Liz is the author of the transformative book, “Dream Big and Win.”…

Episode 214: Take the Damn Chance with Entrepreneur and Author Bevin Ferrand

Patrick sits down with Bevin Ferrand, the driving force behind the idea of taking life’s unexpected turns and molding them into a future that’s big, bold, and undeniably wonderful. As the author of “The Damn Manifesto: Discover the keys to personal transformation and bringing your biggest dreams to life,” Bevin brings a refreshing perspective on…

Episode 213: Establish Your Authority Advantage with Author and CEO Rusty Shelton

In this episode, Patrick is joined by author and CEO Rusty Shelton to talk about his new book “Authority Advantage.” Rust first spoke at Harvard on the changing world of PR and marketing at the age of 23. Today he is the Founder & and CEO of Zilker Media. In the time between his Harvard…

Episode 212: Build Unity and Foster Performance with Author and CEO Brad Deuster

Join Patrick for this exciting episode as he sits down with author and CEO, Brad Deutser, to discuss Brad’s latest book, ‘Belonging Rules.’ In this thought-provoking episode, Brad and Patrick delve into the five crucial actions that not only foster unity but also unlock higher levels of performance within teams. Brad’s entertaining style is matched…

Episode 211: Revisit Creating a Ruckus in the Marketplace with NYT Bestselling Author Seth Godin

Patrick has an insightful conversation with entrepreneur, speaker, blogger, and best-selling author Seth Godin. Listen and learn how you can create a ruckus for your customers.

Episode 210: Revisit Harnessing the Speed of Trust with NYT Bestselling Author Stephen MR Covey

New York Times bestselling author and global thought leader Stephen M. R. Covey joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss the importance of trust. He shares what it means to be trustworthy and key behaviors you can employ to build stronger relationships, teams, and organizations. Together we learn that trust is the one thing…

Episode 209: Revisit Redefine Your Limits with World Record Holder Lucy Westlake

Lucy Westlake is an adventurer, explorer, triathlete, runner, and speaker. At 17 years old, she can now add World Record Holder to the list. She joins Patrick to talk about trusting yourself and others as you climb to new heights. Learn more about Lucy at www.LucyWestlake.com Since this episode originally aired, Lucy has now set…

Episode 208: Master the Language that Leads with Author Kasia Wezowski

Kasia Wezowski joins Patrick to discuss how we can all master the language that leads. A four-time Amazon bestselling author and multifaceted entrepreneur, Kasia draws from her expansive experience as the founder of several successful businesses – from an international training company to a movie production house. Kasia and Patrick delve into her latest book,…

Episode 207: Become a Habit Mechanic with Performance Psychologist Dr. Jon Finn

In this episode of the Leadership Lab podcast, Patrick has an engaging conversation with renowned performance psychology, resilience, and leadership science expert, Dr. Jon Finn. With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Dr. Finn has used his wealth of knowledge and experience, underpinned by three psychology-related degrees, including a Ph.D., to found the award-winning…

Episode 206: Lead with Emotional Power with Neuropsychologist Dr. Julia DiGangi

In this week’s episode, Patrick is joined by Dr. Julia DiGangi, a neuropsychologist whose expertise adds a unique spin to our understanding of wellness and performance. Together, they delve into the power of leading with emotional acuity. Dr. DiGangi guides us through a captivating exploration of our cognitive, behavioral, and emotional systems, highlighting the chaos…

Episode 205: Navigate High Stakes Projects with Author and Former Lockheed Martin EVP Tom Burbage

Tom Burbage, author and former Executive Vice President at Lockheed Martin, was the general manager for the F-35 program from 2000 to 2013. His outstanding leadership during this time won him multiple accolades, including the prestigious U.S. Naval Academy/Harvard Business Review Award for Ethical Leadership. Earlier in his career, Tom served as a Naval Aviator,…

Episode 204: Build What Matters with Ben Foster

Prodify co-founder and author Ben Foster joins Patrick to discuss how you can create customer value, build a sustainable business, and lead people with excellence. Ben has more than 20 years of product management experience. He is the Chief Product Officer at WHOOP and he was the Chief Product Officer at GoCanvas, the VP of…

Episode 203: Learn Life Lessons from 1,000 Strangers with Author Imran Nuri

Patrick’s Leadership Lab podcast guest this week, Imran Nuri, embarked on an incredible adventure: 84 days on the road, journeying across 48 states in the U.S., covering 15,000 miles, and gathering advice from 1,000 strangers. This captivating story is beautifully detailed in his new book, “Advice from America: Life Advice and Photos of 1,000 Strangers…

Episode 202: Hunt for Better with CEO Jarrod Lopiccolo

Join Patrick as he chats with designer, creator, and architect Jarrod Lopiccolo. Jarrod is the Co-founder and CEO of Noble Studies. Noble is an award-winning digital marketing agency that brings together the best of creativity and performance to help clients achieve inspiring results and continue to get better! Discover the power of remaining human-centric in…

Episode 201: Build a Customer Experience Engine with Scott Wozniak

Scott Wozniak joins Patrick to answer the question, “What makes a legend?” His answer is that It’s not magic. It’s not luck. It’s not even trying harder. It’s building processes and systems that work together to create a unified, positive customer experience. Scott refers to it as Customer Service Engine and shares the key elements…

Episode 200: Become a Great Mentor with Bestselling Author Scott Miller

Scott Miller’s journey includes roles ranging from front-line salesperson to executive vice president of thought leadership at FranklinCovey. He has gained a profound understanding of leadership’s inherently human nature. A Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Scott is releasing his seventh book, The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship: 13 Roles to Making a True Impact. Join…

Episode 199: Reshared Classic – Find Inspiration with Jamie Andrew

In this special edition of The Leadership Lab podcast, we’re revisiting an episode that left a lasting impact. Join us as we reshare Episode 10, featuring an incredible interview with Jamie Andrew. As we reflect on the previous 198 episodes of The Leadership Lab, we couldn’t help but be drawn back to Jamie’s inspirational message.…

Episode 198: Embrace the Seismic Shift in Leadership with Dr. Michelle Johnston

Join Patrick in this captivating episode as he sits down with Dr. Michelle Johnston, author of “Seismic Shift,” to explore the essential qualities of effective leadership in today’s rapidly evolving world. With thought-provoking insights, Michelle invites us to embark on a transformative journey from traditional notions of power and control towards the transformative power of…

Episode 197: Step Up and Disrupt with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Patrick introduces us to the idea of being a positive disruptor. He shares a disruptive framework, revealing the key elements that enable leaders to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful change. Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about the power of positive disruption, this episode is packed with invaluable…

Episode 196: Avoid 7 Common Leadership Problems with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Join Patrick as he dives into the world of team performance and top priorities. He shares Practice 5, Inspire Performance, from our best-selling book and world-renowned workshop. But that’s not all! Get ready to uncover 7 common performance problems that leaders and teams often face, and Patrick reveals 7 uncommon solutions to ensure success now…

Episode 195: Test Yourself Again and Again with Likewise CEO Ian Morris

Ian Morris knows a lot about being tenacious, taking chances, and testing himself again and again. From taking a job across the country in a nascent tech space to leading a business through up and downtimes, he has succeeded in demonstrating resilience, strengthening skills, and building winning teams. Ian joins Patrick to share insights from…

Episode 194: Move Beyond Happiness with Dr. Jennifer Guttman

Dr. Jennifer Guttman joins Patrick to talk about her new book “Beyond Happiness: The 6 Secrets of Lifetime Satisfaction. Dr. Guttman tells us that happiness isn’t a binary thing, a goal to chase, or a mindset to embrace. Happiness is a feeling, and like any other emotion, it comes and goes. Her book lays out…

Episode 193: Learn Career Lessons from 4 Smart Guests with Dr. Patrick Leddin

You won’t have a successful career! That’s the starting point for this week’s podcast episode: Patrick reflects on a few recent articles and podcast interviews. He shares insights about persistence, the value of not knowing, and how to think through some of your career’s biggest challenges.  Patrick mentions the following podcast episodes in today’s discussion:…

Episode 192: Change Your NOW to Create Your Future with Author Mirja Bang

In this podcast episode, Patrick’s guest, Mirja Bang, aims to assist listeners in becoming more productive and establishing better habits by altering their present behavior. Time is a subject of fascination for Mirja, and she believes that in order to bring about change, one must devote time to it. Procrastination is a common issue that…

Episode 191: Be Bold and Own Your Personal Brand with Carlii Lyon

Don’t miss this week’s episode with Carlii Lyon from Australia, where she shares insights on the power of building a personal brand. Discover how investing in yourself and aligning with your vision can transform your life and career.  As a gifted speaker and writer, Carlii empowers leaders and team members to proactively shape their reputation,…

Episode 190: Bridge the Gap Between Science and Practice with Bestselling Author Craig Dowden

Craig Dowden joins Patrick to discuss positive leadership, self-awareness, and making a long-term impact. Listeners will learn to create alignment, foster engagement, and learn from mistakes.  Craig regularly contributes to industry-leading publications, including Forbes, CEOWORLD, Psychology Today, Huffington Post, Thrive Global, the Financial Times, and the Financial Post. Craig has published two books, Do Good…

Episode 189: Don’t Stop at “No” with Hint Founder Kara Goldin

This week on the podcast, Patrick is joined by Kara Goldin, the founder and former CEO of Hint, Inc. They delve into a range of topics, including spotting opportunities, embracing the value of not knowing, and persevering through challenging times. Kara’s remarkable journey saw her transform her unsweetened flavored water business into one of the…

Episode 188: You Were Created for This Moment with Darleen “Coach Dar” Santore

Patrick welcomes Darleen “Coach Dar” Santore to the Leadership Lab to discuss how to bounce back, seize the day, and become the very best version of yourself. Coach Dar is a Board Certified Occupational Therapist, business executive, author, and speaker. She is passionate about helping people break through barriers to achieve their goals. Recently named…

Episode 187: Help Your People Win with Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus WD-40 Company

Patrick talks to Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus of WD-40 Company, in this episode. Garry served for over 20 years as WD-40’s CEO and President. As the leader of the global company, he built a people-first culture that brought purpose and values to life in day-to-day operations and team member interactions. Garry shares powerful examples and…

Episode 186: Go on a Journey to Discover Your Best Self with Salomé Trambach

Located in Copenhagen, Denmark, Salomé Trambach works with clients worldwide to help them master self-awareness and how to bring value to their leadership. As a coach, she partners with people on their journey of excellence and challenges them to embrace the power of leadership through introspection. Patrick and Salomé have a timely conversation about leading…

Episode 185: Lead in the Age of AI with Author Nick Chatrath

Nick Chatrath is a leading international expert for companies looking to navigate the fast-changing workplace disrupted by breakthrough Artificial Intelligence platforms like Chat GPT. Nick joins Patrick to talk about his new book, The Threshold: Leading in the Age of AI.  A former McKinsey consultant, he has spent 20,000+ hours coaching executives, educators, politicians, diplomats, military leaders, home-makers, students,…

Episode 184: Solve Problems and Operate with Excellence with Vanderbilt University Entrepreneurship Professor Joe Rando

Vanderbilt University Professor Joe Rando joins Patrick to discuss the importance of solving problems, building sustainable businesses, and operating with excellence. Joe encourages all of us to learn continuously and invest in ourselves. Joe’s career spans over 30 years and includes work at all levels of management with Fortune 1000 companies, as well as the…

Episode 183: Explore Big Ideas, Meaning, and Tools that Served Their Purpose with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Patrick reflects on conversations he has had with two leaders about getting the big ideas right. He then shares two of his recent articles. The first article deals with the importance of meaning. The second addresses the need to get rid of tools that have served their purpose. As a leader, the three ideas addressed…

Episode 182: Learn the Language of Business with Peter Frampton

Peter Frampton, the CEO of Wealthvox, joins Patrick this week to explore why every employee needs to learn the language of business (aka the financial conversation). Peter and Patrick discuss how driving financial inclusivity increases employee confidence, improves performance, unveils opportunities, and drives efficiency and effectiveness in all parts of your business. Learn more about…

Episode 181: Explore the Truth About Things That Suck with Author Mindy Henderson

Mindy Henderson joins Patrick to talk about her life, work, career, and most recent book “The Truth About Things That Suck.” They explore everything from life throwing you curve balls to proactively thinking before things do get hards. You won’t want to miss this fun, engaging, and informative conversation. Mindy Henderson gave her first speech…

Episode 180: Harness the Power of Your Experience with Soren Kaplan

Soren Kaplan joins Patrick to talk about his new book Experiential Intelligence: Harness the Power of Experience for Personal and Business Breakthroughs. The conversation reveals how our past experiences impact our present success and future opportunities in ways we often don’t recognize. Soren explains that you can’t change what’s happened to you, but you can…

Episode 179: Think Deeply about Leadership with General David Petraeus (US Army, Ret.)

General David H. Petraeus (US Army, Ret.) joins Patrick this week to discuss a framework that leaders at every level can use to develop, refine, and improve. In addition, they discuss how to effectively develop leaders by combining academic and hands-on experiences with role models and inspiration. Patrick reflects on a time some twenty years…

Episode 178: Live in the Moment and Reach New Heights with Mountaineer Jenn Drummond

Jenn Drummond joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss building resilience, setting goals, having confidence in yourself, and achieving greatness. After surviving what should have been a fatal car crash in 2018, Jenn decided it was time to stop living on autopilot and, instead, live her life with purpose and intention. As Jenn says, tomorrow…

Episode 177: Clarify Your Message So Customers Engage with Storybrand’s Dr. JJ Peterson

Dr. J.J. Peterson is the head of Storybrand and the co-author of Marketing Made Simple, which he wrote with his colleague Donald Miller. J.J. joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss how you can clarify your message to excite and engage customers. Whether your customer is down the hall or halfway around the world,…

Episode 176 Reboot: Act on the Whoosh, Whoosh, Whoosh Sound with the World’s Bestselling Author James Patterson

As 2022 comes to a close, we want to hit pause and share a couple of our favorite episodes from throughout the year. We hope you enjoy listening (or re-listening) to these as much as we do. The world’s bestselling author, James Patterson, talks to Patrick about the importance of trusting your gut, peeking through…

Episode 175 Reboot: Negotiate as if Your Life Depended on it With International Hostage Negotiator and Author Chris Voss

As 2022 comes to a close, we want to hit pause and share a couple of our favorite episodes from throughout the year. We hope you enjoy listening (or re-listening) to these as much as we do. Chris Voss is the author of “Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It”…

Episode 174: Answer Four Questions about Why You Choose to Lead Others

In this episode, Patrick reflects on conversations with Ranga Ramanujam, Christie Hunter Arscott, Patrick Lencioni, and Stanley McChrystal. In doing so, he identifies four questions that every leader should reflect on and answer:     1.    What does success look like for you?     2.    How well do you understand yourself?     3.    What motivates you to lead?     4.    What does it take…

Episode 173: Borrow Genius from a Range of Amazing Voices with Premiere Speakers Bureau President Brian Lord

Brian Lord is the President of Premiere Speakers Bureau, one of the world’s largest bureaus. He is also the host of the Beyond Speaking Podcast. A lifelong learner, Brian never misses an opportunity to gain insights from the range of speakers he interacts with, as his firm supports more than 2,000 events each year. He…

Episode 172: Define Your Radical Vision with Author and Speaker Brian Wagner

Brian Wagner, author of Sometimes It DOES Take a Brain Surgeon. looks at life differently than most people. He has a gift for helping others identify their personal blindspots and overcome their self-limiting beliefs. His talent developed out of his childhood diagnosis of a severe genetic disorder that would eventually impair his vision but not…

Episode 171: Practice Career Self-Care with Inc. Contributing Editor and Author Minda Zetlin

Minda Zetlin is an author, speaker, journalist, and contributing editor at Inc. Minda’s popular column, The Laid-Back Leader, garners over one million clicks each month on Inc.com. Her newest book is Career Self-Care: Find Your Happiness, Success, and Fulfillment at Work. Patrick and Minda discuss how we all can take care of ourselves, pursue our…

Episode 170: Build for Tomorrow with Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine Jason Feifer

The world is changing quickly—and, as Jason Feifer teaches, to stay ahead, we must be able to see the opportunity in disruption. He joins Patrick to discuss how the smartest entrepreneurs in the world deal with change, and we can all master the four phases of change. Learn more about Jason and discover his book…

Episode 169: Work Hard and See the Fruits of Your Labor with Former NFL Player and Business Leader Hunter Hillenmeyer

Hunter Hillenmeyer played eight seasons in the NFL for the Chicago Bears and served on the Board of the NFL Players Association. Today he is a Partner focused on Business Development for Next Play Capital, helping to expand the Firm brand and reach in the Midwest and Eastern parts of the U.S. Hunter and Patrick…

Episode 168: Make One Bold Move a Day with Shanna Hocking

Shanna Hocking joins Patrick this week to talk about her new book, One Bold Move a Day. The book offers a practical, hands-on roadmap to achieving your career, leadership, and personal goals with intention and joy. One Bold Move a Day shows you how a single, measurable act each day will help you fulfill your…

Episode 167: Learn What 100,000+ LinkedIn Followers Taught Me About Personal Brands with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Years ago, I ‘hired’ LinkedIn to help me to reach an audience of people looking to better lead themselves and others. I began writing articles on the platform and built an active following of over 103,000 people.  That audience has been instrumental in launching this podcast, my Wall Street Journal bestselling book, The Five-Week Leadership…

Episode 166: Sharpen Your Storytelling with Bestselling Author Steven James

The author of numerous bestseller thrillers, Steven James, joins Patrick this week to talk about storytelling. Steven’s latest book, The Art of the Tale: Engage Your Audience, Elevate Your Organization, and Share Your Message Through Storytelling. Steven James is a national bestselling novelist whose award-winning, pulse-pounding thrillers continue to gain wide critical acclaim and a…

Episode 165: Grow Leaders with a Process that Actually Works

Are you ready for leadership development with real ROI?  We are thrilled to announce the launch of The Leadership Lab Learning Platform. It leverages psychology and science to create data-driven learning that is individualized, habit-forming, and delivered day by day. Learn how we are putting leadership development in the palm of your hand and get…

Episode 164: Move to the Edge and Declare It Center with Author and CEO Everett Harper

“Move to the Edge and Declare It Center” is the name of Everett Harper’s new book. In their conversation, Patrick and Everett explore topics including curiosity, humility, and operating with a beginner’s mind. They also explore the importance of digging deeper into topics and identifying what activates you. A bit about Everett: Everett Harper is…

Episode 163: Be a Well Rounded Manager with Dr. Ranga Ramanujan

Patrick’s guest is Professor Ranga Ramanujam from Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management. Ranga’s research, consulting, and teaching focus on organizational errors, reliability, and operational failures. Numerous former students and current colleagues of Ranga’s kept telling Patrick to put Ranga on the podcast. As Patrick puts it, “They were 100% right Ranga is insightful,…

Episode 162: Begin Boldly with Author Christie Hunter Arscott

Christie Hunter Arscott joins Patrick to talk about how to Begin Boldly. That’s not only the title of her book, but it’s a phrase that can inspire all of us to think and act differently. Don’t miss this conversation about mindsets, risks, uncertainties, rewards, and how to create lasting success! Learn more about Christie and…

Episode 161: Be a Strong Team Player with Los Angeles Lakers Player Damian Jones

NBA star Damian Jones joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to talk about his basketball career and life with his current team, the Los Angeles Lakers. Damian and Patrick discuss the importance of keeping things in perspective, being a good team player, and finishing what you start. Damian has known Patrick for years since his…

Episode 160: Find Your Voice with Sesame Street Puppeteer Megan Piphus Peace

Megan Piphus Peace joins Patrick to discuss finding your voice, determining your path, and making an impact. Megan started puppetry and ventriloquism at the age of ten years old and taught herself puppetry and ventriloquism by watching VHS tapes. She spent her teenage years traveling the nation singing and performing ventriloquism at schools and churches.…

Episode 159: Thrive on Overload with Futurist Ross Dawson

Are you feeling a bit overloaded by information?  Ross Dawson is a futurist, author, speaker, and leader. He’s delivered keynote speeches and strategy workshops in over 30 countries across six continents for companies such as American Express, Boston Consulting Group, Citibank, Coca-Cola, Google, Interpublic Group, Microsoft, News Limited, Oracle, Procter & Gamble, PwC, Star Alliance,…

Episode 158: Show Your Worth with Author Shelmina Abji

Shelmina Abji joins Patrick to discuss the importance of having role models, speaking up when you have something smart to say, and seizing opportunities. She is the author of Show Your Worth: 8 Intentional Strategies for Women to Emerge as Leaders at Work a book that challenges readers to aim high and redefine their definitions…

Episode 157: Unlock the Value in Your Conversations with Certified Forensic Investigator Michael Reddington

Michael Reddington joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss influence and vision. They discuss Michael’s book “The Disciplined Listening Method” and how to use these two skills to unlock the value in your conversations. Michael Reddington is an expert at moving people from resistance to commitment. As a Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI), he achieved…

Episode 156: Discover and Live Out Your Core Purpose with Leonora Zilkha Williamson

Leonora Zilkha Williamson joins Patrick to discuss how to find purpose in your work, use your natural gifts, and apply coaching skills to be a better leader. If you want to know what coaching is, why it matters, and how to do it with excellence. Leonora shares how she discovered her purpose and how she…

Episode 155: Explore 3 Leadership Lessons with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Join Patrick for a chance to explore 3 leadership lessons. The lesson focus on 1) Trust, 2) Feedback, and 3) Fun. To help you understand each lesson, Patrick provides a short story and then points to a free video and tool you can access at www.LeddinGroup.com to put the ideas into practice in your world.…

Episode 154: Step Into the Power of Your Voice with Award Winning Director, Author, and Producer Tricia Brouk

Tricia Brouk, author of The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy, joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss how you can uncover and work through your limiting beliefs, use your voice with great responsibility, and move past fear. Tricia Brouk is an award-winning international director. She received the Empowered Woman of 2021 award…

Episode 153: Exhale and Enjoy the Moment with President of Edelman NYC Oscar Suris

Oscar Suris is the President of Edelman’s New York operation. As New York president, Oscar oversees the company’s largest global office, which has 800-plus employees.  He joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss staying connected with stakeholders, putting situations into perspective, and exhaling and enjoying the moment. Oscar is a Corporate Communications professional with…

Episode 152: Get Jiggy with Shark Tank Contestant  Kaylin Marcotte

Kaylin Marcotte struck a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank to help grow her business, Jiggy. She joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss paying attention to trends, auditing your own habits and practices, and finding a gap in the market that you can close.  Entrepreneur.com explained that when Kaylin Marcotte, “set out…

Episode 151: Negotiate as if Your Life Depended on it With International Hostage Negotiator and Author Chris Voss

Chris Voss is the author of “Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It” and the CEO and Founder of the Black Swan Group Ltd. Chris has used his years of experience in international crises and high-stakes negotiations to develop a unique program and team that applies these globally proven techniques…

Episode 150: Win From Within with NYT Bestselling Author Erica Ariel Fox

Erica Ariel Fox talks to Patrick about how we can draw from our four bits of intelligence, the importance of moving from limiting beliefs to liberating beliefs, and the need to rethink our leadership blind spots. Erica is a lecturer at Harvard Law School where she has taught for over 20 years. Her first book…

Episode 149: Live Out Your Unique Purpose with NFL Athlete, Content Creator, and Entrepreneur Andrew East

Andrew East is a rare combination. He’s an NFL athlete, content creator, and entrepreneur.  Along with his wife, Olympic gold medal gymnast Shawn Johnson, Andrew creates family-friendly content, tackles tough challenges for worthy causes, and works to live out his purpose.  Patrick and Andrew discuss leadership lessons including pivoting when things don’t go as planned,…

Episode 148: Connect People, Ideas, and More with Bestselling Author Erica Keswin

Erica Keswin joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss how to attract, engage, and retain top talent. With two Wall Street Journal bestselling books to her credit, Erica shares how teams and organizations create rituals that foster engagement and create a human-centric workplace.  Learn more about Erica and her work at https://ericakeswin.com. While you…

Episode 147: Discover Success in Life and Leadership with Columbia Business School Professor Hitendra Wadhwa

Hitendra Wadhwa joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss success in life and leadership. Hitendra is a Professor at Columbia Business School and the Founder of the Mentora Institute. His simple yet profound insight that success in life and leadership originates from within has led to the training and transformation of thousands of executives…

Episode 146: Act on the Whoosh, Whoosh, Whoosh Sound with the World’s Bestselling Author James Patterson

The world’s bestselling author, James Patterson, talks to Patrick about the importance of trusting your gut, peeking through doors, and taking action when you hear that Whoosh, Whoosh, Whoosh sound.  Gain insights into how a boy from small-town New York becomes the world’s most successful writer. Listen to this podcast and then pick up a…

Episode 145: Amplify Your Influence with Bestselling Author René Rodriguez

If you are looking to effectively influence others in positive ways, listen to this conversation with René Rodriguez. Patrick and René discuss human motivators, how to frame and communicate ideas, and the importance of storytelling. For over two decades, René has been researching and applying behavioral neuroscience as a dynamic keynote speaker, leadership advisor, world-class…

Episode 144: Embrace That Life is a Team Sport With Leader and MLS Team Owner John Ingram

John Ingram joins Patrick this week in the Leadership Lab to discuss how life and leadership are team sports. John should know. As co-founder of Nashville Soccer Club and Chairman of Ingram Industries Inc, John works to surround himself with strong team players who set big goals and execute with excellence. John joined Ingram Industries…

Episode 143: Tackle Tough Issues and Make a Difference with CEO and Author Y-Vonne Hutchinson

Y-Vonne Hutchinson is the CEO & Founder of Ready Set and the author of How to Talk to Your Boss About Race: Speaking Up Without Getting Shut Down. Y-Vonne believes in tackling big problems and that doing so requires big toolkits. Her company focuses on diversity and inclusion training to help companies to speak up…

Episode 142: Launch Your Entrepreneurial Efforts with Ready Dress Go Co-Founders Jessica Kaplan and Zoe Antell

Jessica Kaplan and Zoe Antell, are passionate about the fashion industry and female empowerment. As Vanderbilt University students, they launched ready dress go to address an unmet need in the market. “We discovered there is a significant gap in the retail market for college-aged women in need of business attire that is appropriate for networking,…

Episode 141: Lead and Grow a Lifestyle Brand with President Ken Natori

Ken Natori is the President of The Natori Company, a designer fashion brand with collections ranging from ready-to-wear, lingerie, and sleepwear, to home textiles, fine jewelry, accessories, bath, and fine jewelry.  Patrick and Ken discuss career decisions, transitions, and working in a family business. Learn from Ken’s experience in launching The Natori Company’s e-commerce and…

Episode 140: Perceive Problems as Projects and Get Things Done With Bestselling Author David Allen

David Allen joins Patrick to discuss the Getting Things Done (GTD) method and how we can use it to reduce ambient anxiety and appropriately engage in our work. David says that the key is to empty our minds and begin to see problems as projects. For over 35 years, David has helped leaders to increase…

Episode 139: Build Relationships, Step Up and Do Good in the World With Teddy Raskin

While attending Vanderbilt University, Teddy Raskin started Lights on the Lawn (LOTL), an on-campus concert series in Nashville, TN. Initially created to raise funds to support the needs of an injured friend, LOTL grew to other university campuses and has raised over $630,000 for local charities. When COVID hit and health-related restrictions put concerts on…

Episode 138: See What is Hiding in Plain Sight with Author and Art Historian Amy Herman

Learn to better observe, communicate, and problem-solve with lawyer and art historian Amy Herman. Amy joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to explore how looking closely at painting, sculpture, and photography can help you hone your visual intelligence. They explore how to recognize the most pertinent and useful information as well as recognize biases that…

Episode 137: Elevate your focus and develop your people with author Dave McKeown

Dave McKeown is the author of The Self-Evolved Leader: Elevate Your Focus and Develop Your People in a World That Refuses to Slow Down. He is also the host of the podcast Lead Like You Give a Damn. Patrick and Dave discuss how to lead in ways that set you and your team up for…

Episode 136: Don’t Miss These 14 Leadership Lessons with Dr. Patrick Leddin 

Leading others is tough. We’ve got your back. Every week, we produce leadership content to help you to succeed. Sometimes you are so busy tackling all that is going on in your world that you miss what we are sharing. How dare you 😊  In this episode, Patrick recaps the 14 lessons we’ve shared in the…

Episode 135: Get a Grip on Your Time, Focus, and More With Bestselling Author Rick Pastoor

Feeling overwhelmed? Looking to get the essential items done?  This episode is a must-listen. Explore how to get a grip on your week, your year, and your life.  Rick’s book, Grip, helps people to better manage their time and get done what truly matters most. His work became a wildfire success in his home country…

Episode 134: Grow yourself and your people with bestselling author Whitney Johnson

Are you ready to disrupt yourself? Do you know how to grow yourself and others in smart ways? Whitney Johnson is an innovation and disruption theorist, CEO, bestselling author, and globally recognized thought leader. She is also this week’s Leadership Lab guest. Whitney joins Patrick to discuss her latest book Smart Growth and explore how…

Episode 133: Find purpose and passion with author Alaina Love

In this episode, Alaina Love joins Patrick to talk about purpose, passion, and inclusion. Alaina is the CEO of Purpose Linked Consulting (PLC), and developer of PLC’s groundbreaking instrument: The Passion Profiler™. Prior to founding PLC, Alaina was Executive Director of Human Resources for Merck & Co, with responsibility for the HR services of over…

Episode 132: Produce amazing leadership results with Broadway Producer Brian Moreland

Recently profiled as “Variety’s 2020 Top 10 Broadway to Watch”, Brian Moreland is a two-time Tony Award Nominated Creative Lead Producer for Broadway. Brian joins Patrick to discuss the importance of being kind to yourself and others; why you need to be comfortable being uncomfortable; and how it takes everyone to produce an amazing show.…

Episode 131: Help people see what you’re thinking with author Todd Cherches

Do people see what you are thinking? Todd Cherches is a master at helping leaders to do just that. A consultant, trainer, executive coach, keynote speaker, professor, and author of VisuaLeadership: Leveraging the Power of Visual Thinking in Leadership and in Life. Patrick and Todd talk about how leaders can use frameworks, storytelling, metaphors, and…

Episode 130: Go from start-up to grown-up with bestselling author Alisa Cohn

Alisa Cohn is an executive coach and bestselling author. Her recent book, From Start-Up to Grown-Up gives readers the knowledge and experience that she has gained from helping companies such as Etsy, Foursquare, InVision, and The Wirecutter become headline names. Alisa teaches that the growth of your company begins with growth within you. This is…

Episode 129: Bring Love and Magic to Your Work and Life with Oshoke Abalu

Oshoke Abalu is a Nigerian-American architect and futurist. She is the co-founder of the Love and Magic Company, a startup studio. Oshoke joins Patrick to discuss making conscious choices, loving yourself and others, and showing grace. 

Episode 128: Up your confidence with author and performance coach Dr. Nate Zinsser

Nate Zinsser is the director of West Point’s Performance Psychology Program, the nation’s gold standard curriculum for teaching and training the mental skills that underlie excellence in any human performance – confidence despite setbacks, concentration despite distractions, and composure under pressure. He is the author of The Confident Mind and has worked with numerous Olympic…

Episode 127: Tap into the Success Factor with Dr. Ruth Gotian

Do you know how to develop a mindset and skillset for peak performance? Ruth Gotian does. Ruth Gotian is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, educator, and social scientist who researches the most successful people in order to learn about their mindsets and practices. She serves as the Chief Learning Officer and is Assistant Professor of…

Episode 126. Do Hard Things In a Human Way with Bestselling Author Jacqueline Carter

Patrick is joined this week by Jacqueline Carter. Jacqueline is an international partner and leads Potential Project in North America. She works with many global accounts including Cisco, Accenture, Danaher, Eli Lilly and IKEA to enhance leadership and organizational performance. She is the co-author of “The Mind of the Leader” published by Harvard Business Review…

Episode 125. Learn the Rules of Power with Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer

Are you ready for a conversation about gaining, maintaining, and wielding power? Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer is the Thomas D. Dee II Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University where he has taught since 1979. He is the author or co-author of 15 books including: Dying for a Paycheck, Leadership BS,…

Episode 124. Plant Seeds and Advocate for Others with Author Cyntoia Brown Long

In 2019, Cyntoia Brown Long’s story captured our collective interest. Fifteen years into a life sentence for killing a man when she was 16-years-old, advocates ranging from Kim Kardashian and Rihanna to lawmakers to the general population advocated for her release. Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam granted Cyntoia clemency calling her situation a “tragic and complex…

Episode 123. Choose to Be Courageous with Ryan Berman Revisited

Patrick revisits his 2020 interview with Ryan Berman as the last episode of 2021. Ryan Berman knows a great deal about the importance of courage. He has spent his career creating and sharing courageous ideas. He also invested four years of his life interviewing leaders and studying organizations to understand why courage matters. In 2019,…

Episode 122. Discover the Perfect Coach with Eddie Turner

Join Patrick as he revisits his conversation with Eddie Turner. Eddie is an executive and leadership coach, international best-selling author, learning and workshop facilitator, keynote speaker, and podcast host. The leadership lab discussion focuses on coaching, leadership, how to unlock your own greatness, and Eddie’s book, 140 Simple Messages to Guide Emerging Leaders.  New Leadership Lab…

Episode 121. Thriving in the Face of Scarcity with Dr. Kelly Goldsmith

Professor Kelly Goldsmith joins Patrick in the lab to share her research on scarcity. As a Vanderbilt University business professor, a world renowned researcher, and a former contestant on the tv show Survivor, Dr. Goldsmith teaches us how to thrive when resources are limited.

120. Be Fearless and Trust Your Gut with CEO Monique Nelson

Patrick is on hiatus until 2022, but the learning continues… Monique Nelson is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of UniWorld Group, Inc. (UWG) UWG is the “longest standing full-service multicultural marketing and advertising agency in the United States.” Patrick and Monique explore what Monique has learned over the course of her career about being fearless…

Episode 119. Lead with Conscious and Conviction with Patagonia’s Director of Philosophy Vincent Stanley

Often called Patagonia’s storyteller, Vincent has been with the company since 1973. Vincent wrote the company’s initial ad copy, led Patagonia’s sales and marketing efforts for two decades, co-authored The Responsible Company with Patagonia’s founder Yvon Chouinard, and taught employees at every level about the history and culture of the organization. Patrick revisits his conversation…

Episode 118. How Will You Measure Your Life with Karen Dillon – Revisited

In June 2020, Patrick sat down with NYT bestselling author and former Harvard Business Review editor to discuss the question: How Will You Measure Your Life. Today? Now is a great time to revisit that question. How will you measure your life? That can be a very daunting question but answering it can make all…

Episode 117. Revisit the Power of Gratitude with Bestselling Author Chester Elton

The Leadership Lab podcast is on a brief hiatus as we recharge and create our next series of episodes. Don’t worry – the learning continues! During the break, we’ve curated a selection of past podcast episodes that will allow you to continue to learn, grow, and develop. This week we revisit a conversation between Patrick…

Episode 116: Unleash the Hero Within You With Author Kevin Brown

This week, best selling author and world renowned keynote speaker Kevin Brown joins Patrick to discuss The Hero Effect. This philosophy, which stems from Kevin’s 30+ year career in franchise development, separates world-class organizations and high-performance people from everybody else. The conversation explores how you can become a “hero” which, in turn, will allow for…

Episode 115. Build a Team of Impact Players With NYT Best Selling Author Liz Wiseman

NYT bestselling author Liz Wiseman joins Patrick to talk about her latest book Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact. The conversation explores how you can become a difference-maker and build a team of difference makers around you.

Episode 114. Make a Dent in the Universe

Do you want to make a difference in the world? We bet you do and we believe we have five actions that will help you to do that. Patrick discusses how you can make a dent in the universe (or at least your little corner of it). Learn how you can Engage, Think, Create, Share,…

Episode 113. Put a Coach in the Palm of Your Hand with Kevin Kruse

This week, serial entrepreneur and bestselling author Kevin Kruse joins Patrick to discuss what motivated him to launch several businesses, his goal of impacting 100 million leaders, and why it’s important for you to put a coach in the palm of your hand. Download the LeadX coaching app and put a coach in the palm…

Episode 112. Revisit and Learn with Bestselling Author and Coach Dorie Clark

Dorie Clark has a new book out, The Long Game: How to be a long-term thinker in a short-term world. In celebration of her new book, this week we are revisiting episode 44 when Dorie joined Patrick in the Leadership Lab.

Episode 111. Subscribe to a Winning Business Model with Robbie Kellman Baxter

Every entrepreneur or budding strategist talks about creating a subscription model for their business, but few know how to get started. Robbie Kellman Baxter is an expert in the area of subscription models and knows what it takes to get it right. Her work projects include Netflix, Oracle, eBay, and many other well-known brands. She’s…

Episode 110. Reflect, Celebrate, and be Grateful with Dr. Patrick Leddin

This week, Patrick shares how The Five-Week Leadership Challenge has performed since its August 24th release and discusses two leadership tools that Leddin Group has created to help you to win on your goals.

Episode 109. Deliver the Gold Standard with Lifestyle Advisor Colin Cowie

Colin Cowie is an international designer and event planner. He’s created event experiences for A-list celebrities, CEOs, world leaders, and Oprah. He joins me to talk about his new book The Gold Standard. The conversation reveals many everyday customer-focused decisions all of us can make to wow those we serve.

Episode 108. Build a Brand Worth Building With Skot Waldron

Skot Waldron is a master communicator and branding expert. He joins Patrick for a brilliant conversation about understanding your personal brand, standing out in a crowded world, and learning what people say about you when you are not in the room.

Episode 107. Launch Something New Into the World with Dr. Patrick Leddin

Over the last 18 months, I’ve been writing and launching my new book, The Five-Week Leadership Challenge. In this episode, I hit pause on the book tour schedule to share six lessons I’ve learned from trying to launch something into the world. May these lessons help you in your efforts.

Episode 106. Commit Before You Know with Former Navy SEAL Thom Shea

Thom Shea served over two decades as a Navy SEAL. He knows what it is like to get knocked down, to get back up, and to win. He joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss commitment, resilience, and holding yourself accountable.

Episode 105. Learn Hard Fought Lessons with Former UFC Fighter Charlie ‘The Spaniard’ Brenneman

Charlie “The Spaniard” Brenneman joins Patrick in the lab to share his journey. He is a former middle school teacher, UFC fighter, and winner of the sports-based reality TV show Pros vs Joes, Season 1. Charlie and Patrick discuss the importance of life-long learning, enthusiasm, growth, and chasing big dreams.  

Episode 104. Take The Five-Week Leadership Challenge with Dr. Patrick Leddin

In today’s episode, we turn the tables and Patrick takes the guest seat in the leadership lab. The guest host is Eddie Turner, who visits to talk to Patrick about his upcoming book, The Five-Week Leadership Challenge. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can become the leader you were meant to be. Pre-order…

Episode 103. Redefine Your Limits With World Record Holder Lucy Westlake

Lucy Westlake is an adventurer, explorer, triathlete, runner, and speaker. At 17 years old, she can now add World Record Holder to the list. She joins Patrick to talk about trusting yourself and others as you climb to new heights. Learn more about Lucy at www.LucyWestlake.com

Episode 102. Become Crisis Ready With Author and Entrepreneur Melissa Agnes

Melissa Agnes is crisis ready and she’s helping leaders and organizations to be ready too. Melissa is the founder of the Crisis Ready Institute. She joins Patrick to discuss understanding the difference between a crisis and an issue, avoiding the 5 crisis-ready hindrances, and doing the right thing by the people you serve. Learn more…

Episode 101. Realize the Benefits of Self-Awareness With NYT Bestselling Author Tasha Eurich

How do you see yourself? How do others see you? NYT bestselling author Tasha Eurich joins Patrick to talk about self-awareness: what it is, why it matters, and how to get better at it. As an organization psychologist, Tasha has worked with countless leaders to help them to realize the benefits of being more self-aware.…

Episode 100. Lead and Thrive in a Complex World with Retired General Stan McChrystal

Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star general, former commander of the 75th Ranger Regiment, and a 2x NYT bestselling author. Stan (we asked and that’s what he said to call him) and Patrick get together for the 100th episode of Leadership Lab to discuss the challenges of leading ourselves and others in a complex world.

Episode 099. Get Over Your Damn Self With Bestselling Author Romi Neustadt

Is it possible to have everything? According to leader and bestselling author Romi Neustadt, the answer is ‘yes’ – but you can’t have it all at the same damn time. Romi joins Patrick to have a straightforward conversation about how to live a fulfilled and authentic life. Learn how to feel less stressed, exhausted, or…

Episode 098. Create a Nimble Organization With Author and CEO Peter High

In his latest book, Getting to Nimble: How to Transform Your Company Into a Digital Leader, Peter High discusses how the pace of change in business today is such that it is becoming easier to go from a legendarily high-performing company to liquidation in a short period of time. Peter joins Patrick to discuss how…

Episode 097. Persevere Through the Toughest of Times with PTSD Author Reggie Ford

Reggie D. Ford is the founder and CEO of Rosecrete Wealth Management and the author of Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction: Breaking the Curse of Intergenerational Trauma as a Black Man in America. Born into poverty, Reggie overcame immense obstacles to earn multiple degrees from Vanderbilt University and found his own company. His uplifting message shows…

Episode 096. Find Clarity in Crisis with Author and Former CIA Officer Marc Polymeropoulos

Former CIA Officer Marc Polymeropoulos joins Patrick to discuss his new book Clarity in Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the CIA. They explore Marc’s leadership principles including: The Process Monkey, Win an Oscar, and Humility Is Best Served Warm.

Episode 095. Buy, Sell, Fix, and Grow Your Businesses With Author and Expert Michelle Seiler Tucker

Michelle Seiler Tucker helps entrepreneurs to buy, sell, fix, and grow their businesses. Her latest book, Exit Rich, comes out in June 2021. Michelle and Patrick discuss the 5 types of business buyers and the importance of getting 6 Ps in your organization. Learn more about Michelle, her book, and the services she offers at…

Episode 094. Lead With Purpose and Grace Featuring John Baldoni

Are you ready for the next crisis or inevitable change that is coming your way? John Baldoni joins Patrick to discuss how to respond with purpose and grace. John is an award winning author, speaker, and executive coach. With over 15 books to his credit, he’s known worldwide for his leadership expertise, guidance, and insights.…

Episode 093. Learn From Master Negotiator and Body Language Expert Greg Williams

Greg Williams is a master negotiator and body language expert. With 7 books to his credit, countless courses delivered, and a wealth of knowledge and experience, Greg is a go-to person if you want to improve your ability to negotiate. Patrick and Greg discuss negotiation, conduct an impromptu role play, and teach you how to…

Episode 092. Deliver Powerful Presentations and Own Your Message With Expert Patricia Fripp

Here’s your opportunity to up your communication skills. Patricia Fripp has spent a lifetime perfecting what it takes to deliver powerful messages. She joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to talk about being persuasive, telling stories that connect, and speaking with specificity. Learn more about her work at Fripp.com

Episode 091. Put the Power of Generational Research to Work with Bestselling Author Haydn Shaw

Haydn Shaw has been studying generations in the work place for over 30 years. He joins Patrick to discuss his latest book, Sticking Points: How to Get 5 Generations Working Together in the 12 Places They Come Apart.  Learn more about Haydn’s work at peopledrivenresults.com

Episode 90. Leverage Technology with Futurist and Strategist Crystal Washington

Crystal Washington is a futurist, technologist, author, and speaker. After you listen to today’s episode you will agree that ‘awesome podcast guest’ can be added to that list. Crystal and Patrick discuss COVID’s affect on technology adoption, advancements coming your way soon, and how you can leverage technology to become more effective right now. Learn…

Episode 089. Lead with Purpose with BrightHouse CEO Ashley Grice

Ashley Grice, CEO at BrightHouse, a BCG Company joins Patrick to talk about the importance of purpose. We explore what it is, why it matters, and how it will help you and your organization to thrive.

Episode 088. Advocate, Inspire, and Encourage with Former KPMG Vice Chairman Dr. Kathy Hannan

Dr. Kathy Hannan’s experience ranges from her role as the former Vice Chairman at KPMG to past Board Chair and National President of Girl Scouts USA to current roles on numerous boards. She joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss leadership lessons from her life and career. Don’t miss this unique chance to learn…

Episode 087. Deliver Winning Presentations with Dr. Ethan Becker

Dr. Ethan Becker is proven speech coach and trainer. He has worked with business partners throughout the United States and around the world. Patrick and Ethan discuss how you can deliver powerful, engaging messages that will connect with listeners and increase your influence. Learn more about Ethan and his team at https://www.speechimprovement.com

Episode 086. Solve Problems, Develop Strategy, and Improve Society with Design Expert Deepa Prahalad

Deepa Prahalad is an author, speaker and innovation/design strategy consultant with an emphasis on emerging markets and social innovation. She is ranked #34 on the inaugural Thinkers 50 India list and is a member of Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches program. Deepa and Patrick discuss the importance of design to solve problems, develop strategy, innovate, and…

Episode 085. Discover the Power of Selflessness with Author and NBC News Anchor Richard Lui

Award-winnng veteran journalist Richard Lui has more than 30 years in television, film, technology, and business. He joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss the benefits of being selfless to those we help, those we lead, and ultimately to ourselves. Currently at MSNBC and previously with CNN Worldwide, he is the first Asian-American man…

Episode 084. Be Fearless and Trust Your Gut With UniWorld Group, Inc. CEO Monique Nelson

Monique Nelson is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of UniWorld Group, Inc. (UWG) UWG is the “longest standing full-service multicultural marketing and advertising agency in the United States.” Patrick and Monique explore what Monique has learned over the course of her career about being fearless and trusting your gut. Learn more about UWG at https://uwginc.com

Episode 083. Answer Key Leadership Questions with Executive, Professor, and Entrepreneur Dr. Michael Burcham

Dr. Michael Burcham joins Patrick this week to answer some critical leadership questions like: Why you should ‘shut up’ and listen? How do you really solve problems? What does it really mean to be transparent? Should you stop trying to control everything? Michael is an executive coach, entrepreneur, investor, and strategist. Over the past 30…

Episode 082. Be Customer-Obsessed and Drive Performance with Amazon Veteran and Author Colin Bryar

In this episode, Colin Bryar meets with Patrick to talk about being customer-obsessed, constantly finding and fixing defects, and growing faster than the competition. Colin joined Amazon in 1998 — four years after its founding — and spent the next 12 years as part of Amazon’s senior leadership team as Amazon grew from a domestic…

Episode 081. Gain Leadership Insights From CEO of AT&T Business, Anne Chow

Anne Chow is the CEO of AT&T Business. She’s named as one of the most influential business leaders in the world, a Juilliard-trained pianist, and a bestselling author of The Leader’s Guide to Unconscious Bias. She joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss how technology is driving engagement, the need to consistently communicate with…

Episode 080. Be True and Become Your Authentic Self with Dr. Julie Rosenberg

Julie Rosenberg, MD joins Patrick to talk about her books, Be True: A Personal Guide to Becoming Your Most Authentic Self and Beyond the Mat: Achieve Focus, Presence, and Enlightened Leadership. The conversation focuses on how leaders can be in the present and take care of themselves and others. Learn more at http://www.DrJulieRosenberg.com

Episode 079. Learn About Personal Brands, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion With Latesha Byrd

A recruiter turned Career Coach and Talent Development Consultant, Latesha Byrd helps clients navigate the workplace, and companies build safe spaces where inclusivity & equity thrive. Latesha joins Patrick to talk about personal branding and rebranding, mentorship, and authentic allyship in the workplace. Learn more about Latesha and her work at http://LateshaByrd.com

Episode 078. Find Inspiration from Alpha Girls with NYT Bestselling Author Julian Guthrie

Julian Guthrie loves a great underdog story. She wrote about underdogs in her 20+ year journalism career and continues to do so as she cranks out one NYT’s bestseller after another. Her bestselling books include Alpha Girls, Good Blood, How to Build a Spaceship, The Billionaire and the Mechanic, and The Grace of Everyday Saints.…

Episode 077. Pursue Purpose and Meaning with Feed The Frontline’s Ben Schecter

Last March, when COVID-19 was pushing the limits of the healthcare community, Ben Schecter was inspired by their sacrifice and created Feed the Front Line. A recent college graduate working at Bain & Company, he quit his high-paying job and co-founded a non-profit that buys meals from local restaurants struggling to cope with COVID-19 restrictions…

Episode 076. Learn about Risk from Economist and Author Allison Schrager

Dr. Allison Schrager is an economist, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, contributing editor at City Journal, and co-founder of Life Cycle Finance Partners. She joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to talk about risk, studying negotiation in a brothel, and watching the COVID-19 pandemic unfold. Learn more about Allison at www.allisonschrager.com.  

Episode 075. Help Others To Win With Northwestern University Professor Paul Corona

Dr. Paul Corona is a clinical professor of leadership in the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, where his teaching and coaching ratings average 96/100, and is also the founder of the award-winning Lee’s 3 Habits system, which helps motivated professionals and organizations build stronger relationships and achieve greater happiness. He’s the author of The Wisdom of Walk-Ons:…

Episode 074. Rediscover Play at Work with Jeff Harry

Jeff Harry joins Patrick in the lab to explore how teams and organizations can create opportunities for their people to tap into their true selves, jumpstart creativity, and unleash innovation by bringing play to their work. Learn more about Jeff at www.rediscoveryourplay.com Sign-up for Patrick’s weekly leadership newsletter at www.leddingroup.com/newsletter
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Episode 071. Be Bold in a World with No Guarantees with Margie Warrell

Margie Warrell is a speaker, coach, author, and women’s leadership advocate. She’s the author of 5 books including, most recently, You’ve Got This! The Life-changing Power of Trusting Yourself. She joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to talk about courage, caution, and guarantees. You can find out more about Margie at margiewarrell.com

Episode 070. Put Two Key Leadership Skills into Practice with Best-selling Author Daniel Harkavy

Daniel Harkavy has been coaching business leaders to peak levels of performance, efficacy, and fulfillment for more than twenty-five years. In 1996 he founded Building Champions, where he serves as CEO and Executive Coach. Daniel and his team of coaches have worked with thousands of clients and organizations to improve the way they lead and…

Episode 069. Unleash the Power of Storytelling, Partnerships, and Influence with Bestselling Author Ty Bennett

Ty Bennett is the founder of Leadership Inc., a speaking and training company with a mission to empower individuals and organizations to challenge their status quo, cultivate exceptional relationships, and compete in extraordinary ways. At 21, Ty and his brother built a direct sales business to over $20 million in annual revenue. The author of…

Episode 068. Explore Networking, Transparency, Purpose, and More with Bestselling Author David Burkus

David Burkus is a bestselling author, executive coach, speaker, and consultant who is an expert in taking academic literature from the ivory tower and applying it to the corner office in the business world. He joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss the importance of progress, networking, leading a remote team, defining purpose, and…

Episode 067. Go From Idea To Legit Business With Clary Collection’s Jen Auerbach

Jen Auerbach is a co-founder of Nashville-based skincare company Clary Collection. In just a few short years, they went from kitchen-based start-up to a growing product line available worldwide and featured in articles in Vogue, Allure and InStyle. She joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss starting a business, work life balance as an entrepreneur, and paying…

Episode 066. Learn From Dunkin’ Donuts 35-Year CEO Robert Rosenberg

Robert Rosenberg served as chief executive officer of Dunkin’ Donuts from 1963 until his retirement in 1998. Under his leadership, the company grew from a regional family business to one of America’s best known and loved brands. After retiring from Dunkin, Rosenberg taught in the Graduate School at Babson College and served many years on…

Episode 065. Transform Culture with Gratitude Guru and Bestselling Author Chester Elton

Chester Elton is an influential New York Times bestselling author, described as the “apostle of appreciation” whose work aims to add gratitude to the everyday work environment in order to bolster morale, gain efficiency, and increase profitability. His books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies. Join Patrick…

Episode 064. Reflect on How Attachment and Judgement Shape You with Prakash Raman

Prakash Raman has been a top 10 tennis player in the country, Wall Street banker, non-profit builder, Oreo Cookie brand manager, biz ops leader at a startup, and an exclusive executive coach at LinkedIn. He joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss self-judgement, impostor syndrome, and how attachment impacts leadership. You can find out…

Episode 063. Learn About Leadership From Businessweek’s #1 Management Educator Dr. David Ulrich

Dr. David Ulrich is ranked as the #1 management guru by Business Week, a top 5 coach in Forbes, and has been recognized on Thinkers50 as one of the world’s leading business thinkers. He is a professor at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, has authored dozens of books and is an icon…

Episode 062. Influence People with Brian Ahearn

Brian Ahearn is an author, coach, consultant, and Chief Influence Officer. As a Robert Cialdini Certified trainer, he applies the science of influence in order to achieve better business results. Patrick and Brian discuss how to ethically persuade, build win-wins, and 700,000 reasons you should use sticky notes. Find more about Brian at influencepeople.biz or…

Episode 061. Be Authentic, Seize Opportunities, and Make an Impact with Charles Donnell

Charles Donnell is the Director of Global Talent Development at PVH, a parent company for clothing brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Izod, and more. A UK native and a graduate of the IBM HR Leadership Development Program, Charles has lived and worked in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America developing deep…

Episode 060. Explore Risks, Behaviors, and Business Results with Dr. Tony Ewing

Dr. Tony Ewing is a seasoned management consultant, executive coach, banking executive, and behavioral scientist. As the CEO of Conquer Risk, he’s worked in over 50 countries and 4 continents, applying the tools of behavioral science to help clients solve major investment and strategic challenges, advising over $4 billion in investment, innovation, change and crisis…

Episode 059. Leverage 10x Talent to Change The Game with Michael Solomon and Rishon Blumberg

Michael Solomon and Rishon Blumberg know firsthand about talent. They founded 10x Management, a first-of-its kind talent agency that matches cream of the crop tech talent with companies ranging from fledgling startups to global titans like IBM, Verizon, BMW, Amex, and Google. 10x talent brings at least 10 times the value to an organization. Game Changer:…

Episode 058. Find Success in Tough Times with Dr. Mary Waller

Dr. Mary Waller, the M.J. Neely Professor of Management at Texas Christian University, has been studying team effectiveness in dynamic, crisis-laden situations for over 25 years. Patrick and Mary discuss how to lead through crises and how to build your culture to withstand them. Mary provides specific tips on how to right the ship if…

Episode 057. Explore Netflix’s Culture With Patty McCord

Patty McCord spent 14 years as the Chief Talent Officer at Netflix, where she produced the famous “Netflix culture deck” and has since authored Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility. Patrick and Patty discuss the three different companies of Netflix, and how to build an empowered employee with exceptional performance.   Sign up for…

Episode 056. Translate Talent And Teamwork Into Competitive Advantage with Dr. Darin Rowell

Darin Rowell, EdD helps CEOs translate talent and teamwork into competitive advantage. Whether it’s navigating market changes, leading a turnaround, or launching a new business unit, he’s built a proven track record of helping leaders and teams from around the world reach their potential and achieve their goals. Patrick and Darin talk about how to accelerate…

Episode 055. Lead In Times of Crisis with Dr. David Brumbaugh

David Brumbaugh, MD is the Associate Chief Medical Officer at Children’s Colorado and a pediatric gastroenterologist. He is also the host of a weekly podcast called Charting Pediatrics. Dr. Brumbaugh joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss COVID-19, how to take care of yourself, your family, and your team. Sign up for our newsletter at leddingroup.com/newslettersignup to get…

Episode 053. Design the Customer Experience with Shimoda’s Ian Millar

Joining Patrick in the Leadership Lab this week is Ian Millar, co-founder and head of product at Shimoda Designs, an elite outdoor photography bag brand. They talk about Ian’s journey from the slopes of Whistler, Canada to his current home in Japan, including a Kickstarter campaign that met 600% of its goal in just a…

Episode 052. Find Greatness With The Perfect Coach Featuring Eddie Turner

Eddie Turner is an executive and leadership coach, international best-selling author, learning and workshop facilitator, keynote speaker, and host of the Keep Leading! Podcast. Join us in the Leadership Lab as we discuss coaching, leadership, how to unlock your own greatness, and his latest book, 140 Simple Messages to Guide Emerging Leaders. You can find…

Episode 051. Find Hope, Joy, and Meaning With Bestselling Author Dr. Kelly McGonigal

Dr. Kelly McGonigal is a psychologist and lecturer at Stanford University who is known for translating insights from psychology and neuroscience into practical strategies that support health and well-being. She is best known for her books “The Willpower Instinct” and “The Upside of Stress”, as well as her viral TED talk based upon the latter.…

Episode 050. Hang with Smart People featuring Chris Stemp

Host of the wildly popular Smart People podcast, Chris Stemp, joins Patrick in the lab to discuss having a panic attack at work, taking his career in a completely different direction, and the importance of understanding what motivates you. Patrick’s discussion with Chris reveals that Chris not only talks to to smart people on his…

Episode 049. Pursue Your Passion With Author and Wildpreneur Tamara Jacobi

In 2007, Tamara Jacobi graduated college with a job offer in one hand and a dream in the other. Staying true to herself, she passed on the job and pursued her dream. Today she is the owner of Tailwind Jungle Lodge in Mexico and the author of the book Wildpreneurs: A Practical Guide to Pursuing…

Episode 048. Thrive in Chaos With Reinvention Guru Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva

Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva’s career is focused on answering questions about how we can thrive in the face of change. She’s an accomplished speaker, author, and teacher who has worked with organizations and leaders around the world. Nadya joins Patrick to discuss the unrelenting changes we are seeing in our lives, how leaders can better guide…

047. Learn to be an entrepreneurial leader with business thinker, practioner, and professor Joel Peterson

Joel Peterson has a long history of successful growth capital investments in a variety of industries. He currently teaches at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business and is the Chairman of the Board of Overseers at the Hoover Institution at Stanford, as well as the Chairman of the Board at JetBlue Airways. He served formerly as Managing…

046. Learn how to perform at the highest level with Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson

In 2015, Dansby Swanson was picked number one overall in the Major League Baseball (MLB) draft. Today he plays shortstop for the Atlanta Braves. Dansby joins Patrick in the lab to discuss the importance of leading yourself and influencing others to be their best. The conversation covers everything from Dansby’s pregame routine to what it…

Episode 045. Choose to Lead Others For The Right Motive With Bestselling Author Patrick Lencioni

Pat Lencioni is one of the top business consultants, speakers, and authors on planet earth. He has numerous bestselling books including The 5 Temptations of a CEO, The Advantage, and The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team. Pat joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss his latest book, The Motive: Why So Many Leaders Abdicate Their…

044. Monetize your expertise and thrive with bestselling author Dorie Clark

Dorie Clark is the author of multiple books including Stand Out, Reinventing You, and most recently Entrepreneurial You. An expert communicator and coach, Dorie is helping people everywhere to monetize their expertise, create multiple income streams, and thrive. Whether you are looking to lead your own business or trying to create an entrepreneurial mindset in…

043. Chose to be a Courageous Leader with Ryan Berman

Ryan Berman knows a great deal about the importance of courage. He has spent his career creating and sharing courageous ideas. He also invested four years of his life interviewing leaders and studying organizations to understand why courage matters. In 2019, Ryan released Return on Courage: A Business Playbook for Courage Change. Let’s face it,…

042. Act with vision and integrity with sports marketing pioneer Jim Host

Jim Host is credited with creating sports marketing and changing the face of collegiate athletics. He’s also known for being a visionary who acts with integrity. Jim founded Host Communications, which pioneered collegiate sports marketing and production services company. In 2007, IMG acquired Host Communications for $74.3 million. Beyond forming and growing Host Communications, Jim…

041. Reach new leadership heights with the world’s best rock climber Tommy Caldwell

Tommy Caldwell is a big-wall free climber who stands on top of his chosen profession. In 2015, he completed the first-ever free climb of the Dawn Wall at El Capitan. This 3,000 foot ascent is considered to be hardest climb of its type in the world. He’s the author of the NYT bestseller The Push:…

Episode 040. Be The Person You Mean To Be With Writer and Researcher Dr. Dolly Chugh

New York University (NYU) professor, author, and researcher Dr. Dolly Chugh joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss how good people fight bias. Dolly’s book Be the Person You Mean to Be has quickly become a must have among leaders everywhere. Don’t miss the chance to learn first-hand from a true pioneer in the field…

039. Be creative and collaborative with renowned songwriter Jim Beavers

Award winning songwriter, Jim Beavers, joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss creativity and collaboration. Jim’s songs have been recorded by numerous artists including Chris Stapleton, Faith Hill, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, and Luke Bryan. Don’t miss the chance to hear what the writer of Red Solo Cup, Parachute, 5-1-5-0, and other top…

038. Lead in challenging times with Vanderbilt Chancellor Emeritus Nicholas S. Zeppos

Vanderbilt University Chancellor Emeritus Nicholas S. Zeppos joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss leading an organization through change. Chancellor Zeppos shares his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities that leaders face in times of crises, why tackling big goals matters, and the importance of understanding legacy. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from…

037. Turn what you love into what you do with Lou Mongello

Are you looking for some inspiration, encouragement, or just a few ideas to help you to start doing what you truly love to do? You’ve come to the right podcast episode. In the early 2000s, Lou Mongello was a successful attorney and IT professional in New Jersey. He left all of that behind and moved…

036. Lead with candor, competence, and coaching in tough times with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith

Thinkers50, Fast Company, INC Magazine, and Global Gurus have all recognized Dr. Marshall Goldsmith as the world’s leading executive coach. In this episode, Patrick sits down in the ‘lab’ to talk with Marshall about the challenges we face in today’s world and what leaders can do to help guide teams and organization’s through turbulent times.…

Episode 035. Release Everyone’s Potential With Pamela Fuller

This episode explores how you may be holding yourself and those around you back from achieving something even greater – together! Pamela Fuller, Inclusion & Bias Thought Leader and Managing Client Partner at FranklinCovey, joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss inclusion and bias. Learn how to become more self-aware, to connect better with…

034. Be humble, stay curious, & change how you lead with Michael Bungay Stainer

Michael Bungay Stanier is at the forefront of shaping how organizations around the world make being coach-like an essential leadership behavior and competency. In this episode, he joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss his bestseller The Coaching Habit and his newest (and soon to be bestseller) The Advice Trap. Don’t miss this chance to…

033. Lead customer loyalty with bestselling author Shawn Moon

This topic is arguably more important today than ever before…as every customer relationship is so important! Author and CEO, Shawn Moon, joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss customer loyalty – what it is, why it matters, and what leaders can do to create a culture that generates loyal customers.  Learn more about Shawn’s work…

032. Create a work from home routine that increases your well-being with Sloane Elizabeth

Now is the time to invest in your well-being.  This bonus podcast is designed to help you to do just that as you find yourself working from home! Entrepreneur, author, and all-around-wellness expert, Sloane Elizabeth, joins me in the lab to discuss working from home.  We talk about her typical workday: when she gets up,…

031. Crack the Leadership Code with Alain Hunkins

Distilling 25 years of leadership development experience into a book is tough, but Alain Hunkins has managed to do just that. Alain joins me in the lab to discuss the importance leaders who connect, communicate, and collaborate. The conversation is both thought provoking and practical. An excellent combination. Learn more at www.alainhunkins.com.

030. Build customer relationships in a world of change with Sale Director Peter Dahl

Peter Dahl is living, operating, selling, and winning at the intersection of change. Peter resides in Denmark, leads apparel sales across multiple channels, supports employees and customers around the world, and works in an industry that is rapidly changing. He joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss what he has learned as a leader operating…

029. How will you contribute to the world with NYT bestselling author Tom Rath

Tom Rath is a member of an infinitesimally small group of people who have written multiple bestseller and sold millions of book copies. Don’t miss this chance to learn firsthand from the author of Eat, Sleep Move, Strengthsfinder 2.0, Well Being, and, most recently, Life’s Great Question. Tom joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss…

028. Patagonia’s Director of Philosophy Vincent Stanley on how to lead with conscious and conviction

Patagonia’s Director of Philosophy, Vincent Stanley, joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss what it takes to build a conscious organization and to be a leader whose actions align with one’s values. Often called Patagonia’s storyteller, Vincent has been with the company since 1973. Vincent wrote the company’s initial ad copy, led Patagonia’s sales and…

Episode 027. See Around Corners With Bestselling Author Rita McGrath

Rita McGrath, Columbia University professor and bestselling author, joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to talk about her latest book Seeing Around Corners: How to Spot Inflection Points in Business Before They Happen.  Whether you are leading your own career, a team, or an entire organization, you don’t want to miss Rita’s insights about inflection points, how…

026. Allow your career to soar with former Harlem Globetrotter Herb “Flight Time” Lang

What can you learn from a guy who spun a basketball on the Pope’s finger, traveled the world bringing joy and hope, and won the NCAA slam dunk contest? Find out in the latest episode of the Leadership Lab when Herb “Flight Time” Lang joins Patrick to discuss how to be a great leader. Follow…

025. Make your ideas contagious with NYT bestselling author Dr. Jonah Berger

Learn from NYT bestselling author and Wharton business school professor Dr. Jonah Berger about why things catch on. Jonah joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss how individuals, teams, and organizations can harness the power of word of mouth. Whether you are trying to get your leadership team to support a one-time project, striving to…

024. Create a Leadership Game Plan with Former NFL Player Desmond Clark

In this episode of the Leadership Lab podcast, former NFL player and current business leader, author, and speaker, Desmond Clark joins Patrick to discuss his lessons in leadership.  Desmond’s professional football career spanned 12 seasons, but his impact continues today as he works with other’s to help them to become successful leaders. Don’t miss this…

Episode 023. How Will You Measure Your Life With NYT Bestselling Author Karen Dillon

How will you measure your life? That can be a very daunting question but answering it can make all the difference. Regardless of where you are in your life, determining how you are going to measure how you lived your life is better figured out right now. NYT bestselling author and former Harvard Business Review…

Episode 022. Understanding the Motivation Myth with Jeff Haden

Forget everything that you think you know about motivation and listen to this podcast. Bestselling author, Inc writer, and blogger (over 1 million followers on LinkedIn alone), Jeff Haden, joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to talk about his book The Motivation Myth. Don’t miss the chance to learn what it truly takes to motivate…

021. Build a social media following with Elliot Choy and Kekoa MacAuley

Elliot Choy and Kekoa MacAuley join me to discuss how to build a social media following. These two amazing content creators have paid the price to learn what it takes to build a social media brand that drives traffic and engagement. In just one year (and from their college campus), Elliot has amassed over 580,000…

020. Phoenix Jackson shares how to create a 2020 vision for your personal brand

Phoenix Jackson, master brand builder, visits Patrick in the lab to discuss how to build an effective personal brand in 2020. She encourages each of us to clarify our goals, be willing to pivot, and embrace success along the way.  Don’t miss the chance to start 2020 on the highest of notes! Learn more about…

019. Post Consumer Brands President and CEO Howard Friedman on leadership

President and CEO of Post Foods, Howard Friedman, shares what it takes to lead at every level. As the leader of a $2 billion company, Howard provides tremendous insights for aspiring and current leaders. Don’t miss his visit with Patrick in the lab.

018. NYT Bestselling Author Andrew Maraniss – Demonstrating Leadership Strength

NYT bestselling author Andrew Maraniss joins Patrick in the lab to discuss the story of Perry Wallace. Andrew’s biography of Wallace, Strong Inside: the collision of race and sports in the south, has won numerous awards including being named a top 10 biography and top 10 sports book by the American Library Association. Patrick’s conversation…

017. Navigating both sides of the job interview process with Dave Carvajal, Builder of Multi-Billion Dollar Teams

Dave Carvajal joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss what it takes to stand out in the job market. A recruiting guru, who was in at the beginning of HotJobs.com and TheLadders.com, Dave has interviewed 10s of thousands of job candidates and knows what it takes to win.

016. Brad White, President, Europe+Middle East at BrightHouse discusses purpose

Brad White joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss the importance of purpose. The term purpose is thrown about, but rarely understood for its importance. Brad shares what purpose is, why purpose matters, how to ‘excavate’ to find your team or organization’s purpose, and what you can do to keep purpose alive in your daily…

Episode 015. Making Fresh Leadership Tracks With SkullCandy CEO Jason Hodell

In this episode, Skullcandy President and CEO Jason Hodell shares his leadership insights with Patrick. As the leader of a global brand “at the intersection of sport, music, youth culture, art, film and fashion,” Jason provides his thoughts on everything from choosing your first job to running a global business in a highly competitive industry.

014. NYT bestselling author Dr. Robert Cialdini discusses how to persuade others

Dr. Robert Cialdini’s New York Times (NYT) bestselling book Influence introduced the world to the psychology of persuasion and created a worldwide movement focused on research and best practices. He recently joined Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss his most recent book Pre-Suasion. In doing so, Dr. Cialdini “shines a light on effective persuasion…

013. Building a Winning Organizational Culture with Barby Siegel, CEO of Zeno Group

Are you looking to join an organization with a strong culture? Are you wanting to build a strong culture in your current organization? I hear these questions, and other similar inquiries, nearly every day. To help answer them and get you thinking about the ‘right’ next step to take in your world, I’ve invited Barby…

012. Positioning neurodiverse team members for success with Dr. David Caudel

Dr. David Caudel joins Patrick in the lab to discuss autism and innovation in the workplace. Dave shares insights and statistics about the autism spectrum, how organization’s benefit from the unique value of autistic team members, and what leaders can do to better support, engage, and win with their entire team. Learn more about the…

Episode 011. Unleashing Innovation in Your Organization with Dr. David Owens

Innovation expert, Dr. David Owens, joins Patrick in the lab to discuss how we can be more creative individuals, foster more innovative teams, and create organizations that allow innovators to thrive. David is the Executive Director of the innovation center at Vanderbilt University (The Won’dry), the author of Creative People Must Be Stopped, and a…

010. Making the Most of What You Have with Jamie Andrew

In this episode, Jamie Andrew joins Patrick in the lab. Jamie is an exceptional mountaineer, runner, and triathlete. He is also a quadruple amputee. Don’t miss the chance to hear Jamie’s story and learn how you can become a better leader through the choices you make.

009. Creating a Culture of Belonging with Jennifer Brown

Jennifer Brown joins Patrick in the lab to discuss what leaders and organizations can do to ensure that, “every employee, from emerging leaders to managers to C-suite executives, feels Welcomed, Valued, Respected, and Heard℠.

008. Engaging the World’s Most Powerful Consumers: Women with Bridget Brennan

Bridget Brennan, a global authority on engaging women in the marketplace, joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab. Learn the value of engaging female consumers, how companies are getting it right (and wrong), and what you can do today to better meet the needs of this powerful consumer group.

007. Harnessing the speed of trust with NYT bestselling author Stephen M. R. Covey

New York Times bestselling author and global thought leader Stephen M. R. Covey joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss the importance of trust. He shares what it means to be trustworthy and key behaviors you can employ to build stronger relationships, teams, and organizations. Together we learn that trust is the one thing…

006. Making 5 choices that can change everything with Kory Kogon

In today’s world, it’s both easier and harder than ever to be extraordinarily productive. Kory Kogon joins Patrick in the Leadership Lab to discuss what drives productivity in today’s world and the 5 choices that we all need to make. We’ve created an application tool that you can use to help you to bring the…

005. Thriving in the Face of Scarcity with Dr. Kelly Goldsmith

Professor Kelly Goldsmith joins Patrick in the lab to share her research on scarcity. As a Vanderbilt University business professor, a world renowned researcher, and a former contestant on the tv show Survivor, Dr. Goldsmith teaches us how to thrive when resources are limited. Applying Podcast Lessons in Your Life Below is this episode’s application…

Episode 004. Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals With Chris McChesney

The author of the #1 book in the world on executing strategy, Chris McChesney, joins Patrick in the lab to discuss how great leaders work with their teams to accomplish what is truly wildly important. Download the Episode #4 application tool.

003. Exploring the Power of a Multiplier with NYT bestselling author Liz Wiseman

Learn how to be a leader who multiplies others from NYT best selling author, Liz Wiseman. Patrick and Liz discuss her books Multipliers, The Multiplier Effect, and Rookie Smarts when she join Patrick in the lab. Download the Episode #3 application tool.

Episode 002. Creating a Ruckus in the Marketplace with NYT Bestselling Author Seth Godin

Patrick has an insightful conversation with entrepreneur, speaker, blogger, and best-selling author Seth Godin. Listen and learn how you can create a ruckus for your customers.

001. Cleaning up your management mess with WSJ bestselling author Scott Miller

Let’s face it; as a leader we all make messes.  The dynamic and engaging Scott Miller joins Patrick in the leadership lab to discuss how he has turned in messes into success AND how you can do the same with yours.