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 more about Prakash via LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/prakash-raman/ Get the latest articles, tools, podcasts, and more from Leddin Group at leddingroup.com/n...
Oct 28, 2020•47 min•Ep. 64
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 in the leadership space. He joins us in the lab to discuss career fit, posting on LinkedIn, and 5 things all leaders need to do. To get updates on our latest articles, tools, videos, and podcasts, as ...
Oct 21, 2020•42 min•Ep. 63
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 connect with him on LinkedIn. To get 60 free tools, along with the latest articles, tools, videos, and podcasts from Leddin Group and take...
Oct 14, 2020•44 min•Ep. 62
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 expertise and a global understanding of leadership & talent development. Join us as we discuss how he's made such rapid advancements in his career and how to seize t...
Oct 07, 2020•34 min•Ep. 61
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 management initiatives and coached over a dozen professionals transitioning to board and C-suite roles. Sign up for our newsletter ...
Sep 30, 2020•45 min•Ep. 60
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: How to Be 10x in the Talent Economy teaches you how to become and manage the most sought-after, highly skilled employees necessary to bring mas...
Sep 23, 2020•39 min•Ep. 59
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 you are still struggling with the crisis we're all in right now. Sign up for our newsletter at leddingroup.com/newsletter to get the latest articles, videos, and up...
Sep 16, 2020•43 min•Ep. 58
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 our newsletter at leddingroup.com/newsletter to get the latest articles, videos, and updates from Dr. Leddin and Leddin Group....
Sep 09, 2020•48 min•Ep. 57
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 your results through leadership and cast your vision. Sign up for our newsletter at leddingroup.com/newsletter to get the latest articles, ...
Sep 02, 2020•41 min•Ep. 56
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 the latest articles, videos, and updates from Dr. Leddin and Leddin Group....
Aug 26, 2020•40 min•Ep. 55
David Maraniss has been covering leaders for decades. He’s written a dozen books including biographies of Bill Clinton, Vince Lombardi, Roberto Clemente, and Barack Obama. He’s won two Pulitzer prizes and was a finalist for three others. Join us in the Leadership Lab as we talk about building trust, freedom through discipline, and what he’s learned from studying leaders throughout the course of his career. Sign up for our newsletter at leddingroup.com/newslettersignup to get the latest articles,...
Aug 19, 2020•34 min•Ep. 54
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 few days. Ian’s laser focus on his customers and their experience has led to an authentic, sincere brand with a loyal fan base. Sign up for our newsletter at leddingroup.com/newsle...
Aug 12, 2020•41 min•Ep. 53
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 out more about Eddie at askeddieturner.com! Sign up for our newsletter at leddingroup.com/newslettersignup to get the latest articles, video...
Aug 05, 2020•43 min•Ep. 52
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. We talk about all of the above, along with Leadership, her latest book, “The Joy of Movement", and a few different ways to manage life's pressures.
Jul 29, 2020•41 min•Ep. 51
The 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 podcast, but that Chris is pretty darn smart himself. Learn more about Chris at www.smartpeoplepodcast.com . Thanks to Romario for the new podcast music. Find out m...
Jul 22, 2020•35 min•Ep. 50
Tamara Jacobi graduated college in 2007 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 author of the book Wildpreneurs: A Practical Guide to Pursuing Your Passion as a Business. Tamara joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss how to embrace the fear and excitement that come with following your dreams, the importance of grit, and how leaders in any situation ben...
Jul 15, 2020•34 min
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 themselves and their teams in times of change, and where opportunities lie in the face of uncertainty. As a bonus to Leadership Lab podcast listeners, Nadya has...
Jul 08, 2020•35 min
Joel Peterson has a long history of successful growth capital investments in a variety of industries. He currently teaches 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 Partner of Trammell Crow Company. He is the author of Entrepreneurial Leadership: The Art of Launching New Ventures, Inspiring Others, and Running Stuff. Joel joins P...
Jul 01, 2020•40 min
In 2015, Dansby Swanson was picked #1 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 felt like to join his hometown team. Don’t miss this chance to learn about leading yourself from one of the best players in the league.
Jun 24, 2020•33 min
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 Most Important Responsibilities. Listen in as Pat Lencioni and Patrick Leddin converse about why you should choose to lead. As you listen, reflect on why you choose to lead others. ...
Jun 17, 2020•35 min
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 your existing organization, you don’t want to miss Patrick’s conversation with Dorie. Learn more about Dorie at www.dorieclark.com. Acces...
Jun 10, 2020•34 min
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, we need courageous leaders - people who stand for something and are willing to take action. Ryan joins Patrick in the lab to help you to become the coura...
Jun 03, 2020•35 min
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 joins Patrick in the lab to discuss how to make a mark on the world, invest in others, and change an industry. Learn more about Jim and order a copy of his book "Changing the Game" at www.jimhostbook.com.
May 27, 2020•36 min
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: A Climber’s Search for the Path, a survivor of an armed militant group kidnapping, and a guy with tremendous insight into what it takes to overcome adversity. Get this; Tommy lost a finger in an accident...
May 20, 2020•32 min
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 of organizational behavior. Her insights will help you to become an even better leader today! Sign up for Dr. Leddin's weekly leadership newsletter at https://www.leddingroup.com/newsl...
May 13, 2020•42 min
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 hits has to say about how he approaches his craft. You may be surprised how his practices are critical in your world too.
May 06, 2020•40 min
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 the Chancellor of one of the highest ranked universities in the world. His insights provide all of us perspective, confidenc...
Apr 29, 2020•27 min
In the early 2000s, Lou Mongello was a successful attorney and IT professional in New Jersey. He left all of that behind and moved to central Florida to pursue his love for Walt Disney World. Today, his podcasts have been downloaded more than 30 million times and he has a successful Disney-centric business involving books, tours, and much more. Lou has done what many only dream of doing; he turned what he loves into what he does EVERYDAY. If you are looking for inspiration to follow your dreams ...
Apr 22, 2020•35 min
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. Marshall speaks frankly about the challenges we face and provides advice for every leader to consider. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a master. Learn ...
Apr 15, 2020•37 min
This episode explores how you may be holding yourself and those around you back from achieving something even greater — together! Pamela Fuller joins Patrick in the ‘lab’ to discuss inclusion and bias. Learn how to become more self-aware, to connect better with others, and to explore ways that you can create a more inclusive environment that ultimately delivers results that exceed everyone’s expectations.
Apr 08, 2020•48 min
