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TLP343: Just Start

January 25, 2023

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Patrick Bryant is a serial entrepreneur, professional speaker, and co-founder and CEO of software product agency CODE/+/TRUST. After co-founding Go To Team, Patrick launched six multi-million-dollar companies, in media, and software. Patrick shares wisdom gained from his experience in start-ups, his origin as a journalist, what he accomplished in video, and the CODE/+/TRUST “BHAG” for…

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TLP340: An Entrepreneurial Journey from Hangry to Social Change

January 4, 2023

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Mike Evans is the Founder of GrubHub, and the author of “Hangry: A Startup Journey.” Mike founded GrubHub in his spare bedroom and grew it into a multi-billion dollar food delivery business that’s a household name. After leaving GrubHub, he founded Fixer.com, an on-demand handyperson service focused on social impact, and providing full-time work for…

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TLP318: Make No Small Plans

August 3, 2022

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Elliott Bisnow is the Co-Founder of Summit, whose family of organizations includes Powder Mountain, Summit Series, and Summit Junto. He’s also a startup investor in 50 companies like Uber, Coinbase, Warby Parker, and Albert. Elliott describes his passion for building companies and cultures, connecting deeply with people on his teams, and building events and communities….

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TLP315: On Entrepreneurship with Gino Wickman, Creator of EOS

July 13, 2022

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Gino Wickman is an accomplished entrepreneur and innovator, creator of the EOS system, and author of many books, including Traction and Entrepreneurial Leap. Gino talks about his new book, “Entrepreneurial Leap.”  Gino describes what makes an entrepreneur, and whether you can learn the traits you need. Gino also shares how his early family business venture…

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TLP293: How to make yourself more RAD – Resilient, Aware & Dynamic

February 9, 2022

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Brant Cooper is the New York Times bestselling author of “The Lean Entrepreneur,” and the CEO of Moves the Needle. With over two decades of expertise helping companies bring innovative products to market, he blends agile, design thinking, and lean methodologies to ignite entrepreneurial action. Brant’s new book, “Disruption Proof,” explores the three drivers of…

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TLP239: What Amazon Got Right, and…

January 27, 2021

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John Rossman was an executive at Amazon.com where he launched the Marketplace business and third-party selling platform and ran the merchant services. He’s an expert at digital and ecommerce business models and operations, and has led engagements on ecommerce, Internet of Things strategies, and API driven platform business models. He is the author of three…

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TLP231: Permission to Screw Up

December 2, 2020

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Kristen Hadeed is the founder of Student Maid, a successful cleaning company that has employed thousands of students over the last decade and that is known for building the next generation of leaders. In 2017, she published her first book, “Permission To Screw Up”, in which she offers an unapologetic account of her biggest mistakes…

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TLP150: Unstoppable Teams Do This First

May 15, 2019

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Alden Mills,​ author of ​Unstoppable Teams ​and ​Be Unstoppable, a​ three time Navy SEAL platoon commander, and a INC. 500 entrepreneur​,​ shares why starting a company may be even harder than SEAL training, why corporate cultures are often flawed, and how the best leaders may fail more times than they succeed. Key Takeaways [3:12] Alden…

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TLP144: Don’t Wait

April 3, 2019

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Greg Mercer, Founder and CEO of Jungle Scout, is a successful entrepreneur, angel investor and experienced Amazon Seller. He talks with The Leadership Podcast about travelling the world as a digital nomad, taking the leap from civil engineer to entrepreneur, how he picks what he sells on Amazon, and transitioning from a doer to the…

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TLP135: Looking Forward to Wicked Problems

January 30, 2019

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Tom Higley is in the business of creating market-based solutions to the world’s wicked problems. A Denver-based entrepreneur and mentor, Tom has founded and run seven tech startups and has been a mentor to hundreds of founders and CEO’s. Today, he joins Jim and Jan to discuss his founding of 10.10.10 – which brings together…

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Learning from the experiences of others is one of Learning from the experiences of others is one of the fastest ways to grow as a leader. Dan Manning highlights how hearing stories about mistakes without living through them yourself can save you time and avoid setbacks. Tuning into these lessons gives you a powerful edge in decision-making and leadership. https://bit.ly/TLP-466?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#DanManning #LeadershipPodcast #BuildAStory #LearnFromOthers #MistakesAreTeachers #FighterPilotWisdom #StorytellingMatters #ProfessionalGrowth #TheLeadershipPodcast #GrowthMindset #LeadersLearnToo #CommunicationThatConnects #WisdomInWords #LeadershipLessons
General Maxwell Taylor gave this speech to West Po General Maxwell Taylor gave this speech to West Point cadets, and Ray Palumbo wishes he'd listened better as a young man. Instead of hanging out at the pizza shop, he could've been learning guitar, studying languages, or reading. Those little moments add up over a lifetime.What are you doing with your scraps of time?Listen here - https://bit.ly/TLP-469?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-469?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#ScrapsOfTime #WestPoint #MaxwellTaylor #TimeManagement #PersonalDevelopment #Success #Growth #Discipline #Habits #Productivity #Leadership #Military
Dan Manning reminds us: your audience doesn't owe Dan Manning reminds us: your audience doesn't owe you their attention, you have to earn it. If they don't see how your story helps them, you've already lost them. Whether you're on stage, Zoom, or sharing online, your message must matter to them. Real influence begins when people believe what you're saying is useful to their world. https://bit.ly/TLP-466?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders Watch it on our YouTube channel https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-466?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipPodcast #DanManning #BuildAStory #BusinessStorytelling #AudienceConnection #PublicSpeakingTips #StorytellingThatWorks #KnowYourAudience #SpeakToLead #CommunicationMatters #HumanConnection #CaptivatingContent #ZoomPresentationTips #WinTheirAttention #TheLeadershipPodcast
In today's episode, Sara Sabin said AI might be ma In today's episode, Sara Sabin said AI might be making us lazy, but it's not the tool itself, it's how we're using it. When everything starts looking the same - marketing, emails, even school essays - we've got a problem. The real danger isn't robots taking over, it's us stopping our brains from doing the hard work that makes us, us.Listen to the full conversation https://bit.ly/TLP-477?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full conversation https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-477?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#leadership #AI #criticalthinking #neuroscience #podcast
Leadership is an inside job; it's about the work n Leadership is an inside job; it's about the work no one sees. Until you can regulate your emotions and listen to your intuition, no strategy will ever make you an exceptional leader. Listen to Sara Sabin's full insights https://bit.ly/TLP-477?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full conversation https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-477?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#leadership #innerwork #communication #emotionalmastery #podcast
Flexibility isn't about being wishy-washy or incon Flexibility isn't about being wishy-washy or inconsistent. Kevin Eikenberry explains why leaders must be both rooted and adaptable. Holding fast to purpose and values while shifting their approach as the situation demands. If you want to lead with confidence in uncertainty, this perspective is critical. https://bit.ly/TLP-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#FlexibleLeadership #LeadershipMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipGrowth #LeadWithPurpose #Adaptability #LeadershipPodcast #Leaders #SelfReliantLeadership #BusinessLeadership #LeadershipTips #LeadershipCoach #LeadershipSkills #LeadershipStrategy #RemoteLeadership
The people who challenge you matter more than the The people who challenge you matter more than the people who comfort you. Anne Marie Anderson explains why your front row shouldn't be filled with yes-men or people who just want to keep you safe. Sometimes you need someone to tell you the hard truth.Full conversation at https://bit.ly/TLP-474?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-474?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #FrontRow #Mentorship #CareerAdvice #PersonalGrowth #PodcastClips #LeadershipDevelopment
Dr. Margaret Heffernan just blew our minds talking Dr. Margaret Heffernan just blew our minds talking about how the chief economist at the Bank of England would wander London streets before big decisions - not to think about the problem, but to absorb the mood of the country. Turns out your brain needs random, unplanned input to make brilliant connections. We're all so obsessed with efficiency that we're starving our intuition of the very thing it needs most: time to wander and wonder.Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/TLP-472?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-472?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #DecisionMaking #Intuition #BusinessStrategy
TLP472: Embracing Uncertainty with Dr. Margaret He TLP472: Embracing Uncertainty with Dr. Margaret Heffernan Our latest episode with Dr. Margaret Heffernan https://bit.ly/TLP-472?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders&utm_content=TLP472%3A%20Embracing%20Uncertainty%20with%20Dr.%20Margaret%20Heffernan #leadership #EmbracingUncertainty #LeadershipDevelopment #MargaretHeffernan #LeadershipPodcast #DecisionMaking #StrategicThinking #CreativeLeadership #ArtistsAndBusiness #ManagingUncertainty #BusinessStrategy #InnovationLeadership #RiskManagement #OrganizationalLeadership #ExecutiveCoaching #MindfulLeadership #AdaptiveLeadership #WanderingForInsights #ListeningSkills #BoardLeadership
Sometimes, the smartest move isn't action—it's s Sometimes, the smartest move isn't action—it's sharpening your axe. Jim reminds us why leaders need to pause and think before jumping in. Thoughtful effort beats busy work every time. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipPodcast #SharpenTheAxe #ThinkBeforeYouAct #JimAndJan #LeadershipTips #SmartLeadership #DoNothing #DeepWork #MindfulLeadership #StrategicThinking
In this week's episode of The Leadership Podcast, In this week's episode of The Leadership Podcast, General Stanley McChrystal reminds us that character isn't inherited, it's chosen. Again and again. In the small, quiet decisions when no one's watching. In the moments of failure, discomfort, and hard-earned growth.It's not charisma. It's not confidence. It's conviction multiplied by discipline.In this conversation, General McChrystal opens up about near-misses at West Point, personal setbacks, and the deep introspection that shaped him into one of the most respected military leaders of our time.If leadership is about anything, it's this: choosing, every day, who you want to be.🎧 Hear the full conversation on The Leadership Podcast: https://bit.ly/TLPMM012?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-qnt0VWJ1S8?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders
General Stanley McChrystal opens up about a moral General Stanley McChrystal opens up about a moral failure during Ranger School that still haunts him. In this clip from The Leadership Podcast, he explains the lifelong impact of choosing the "easy wrong" instead of the "hard right."🎧 Full episode here - The Leadership Podcast Mastermind 012 https://bit.ly/TLPMM012?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-qnt0VWJ1S8?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#moralleadership, #stanleymcchrystal, #rangerschoolstory, #integrityinleadership, #militaryethics, #leadershipmistakes, #easywrongvshardright, #moraldilemma
TLP465: How Mental Toughness is Developed with Dr. TLP465: How Mental Toughness is Developed with Dr. Andreas Stamatis Our latest episode with Dr. Andreas Stamatis https://bit.ly/TLP-465?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders&utm_content=TLP465%3A%20How%20Mental%20Toughness%20is%20Developed%20with%20Dr.%20Andreas%20Stamatis #leadership #MentalToughness, #Leadership, #Psychology, #Performance, #ExistentialPsychology, #Resilience, #GrowthThroughAdversity, #SportsPsychology, #Mindset, #SelfReliantLeadership
Nicola Ilic explains why creating fear is the olde Nicola Ilic explains why creating fear is the oldest leadership trick in the book, and why it works so well. Once you see this pattern, you can't unsee it everywhere from politics to your own workplace.Full episode on https://bit.ly/TLP-475?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-475?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#leadership #psychology #democraticleadership #workplace #fear
You don't always need to do more to be effective—sometimes the smartest move is to pause. In this episode, Jim and Jan explore the power of doing nothing—and how stepping back can lead to better clarity, stronger decisions, and more aligned action. This isn't about being lazy—it's about being intentional. Tune in for lessons, stories, and real talk on character, values, and leadership. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipPodcast #SelfLeadership #DoNothing #PauseAndReflect #LeadershipLessons #HighPerformance #JimAndJan #MentalClarity #DecisionMaking #LeadershipTools #SlowDownToSpeedUp #BusinessLeadership #PersonalDevelopment #WorkSmarter #LeadershipDevelopment
Not all silence looks the same. For Jan, movement Not all silence looks the same. For Jan, movement is his version of stillness. There's power in knowing how you process best—especially in leadership. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipWisdom #DoNothingDifferently #QuietLeadership #MovementIsMeditation #JanRutherford #LeadershipPodcast #MindfulMotion #ExecutiveReflection #SilentStrength #LeadershipHabits #SelfReliantLeadership #NatureLeadership #SnowySunday
Leadership, Legacy & the Power of Character In th Leadership, Legacy & the Power of CharacterIn this special Mastermind Episode of The Leadership Podcast, retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal returns for a powerful conversation on the defining choices that shape who we become.Hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos go deep with General McChrystal, former commander of U.S. and international forces in Afghanistan, bestselling author of Team of Teams, and CEO of the McChrystal Group to explore how conviction and discipline build real character.From candid stories of failure at West Point to the lessons learned through loss, moral dilemmas, and war, this episode is an unfiltered look into the heart of leadership.Whether you're leading in business, the military, or your own personal growth, this conversation is a reminder that leadership is not about the leader. It's about the mission, the team, and the values we refuse to compromise.🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/TLPMM012?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-qnt0VWJ1S8?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders
TLP468: The Power of Doing Nothing with Jim and Ja TLP468: The Power of Doing Nothing with Jim and Jan Our latest episode with Jan Rutherford, Jim Vaselopulos https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders&utm_content=TLP468%3A%20The%20Power%20of%20Doing%20Nothing%20with%20Jim%20and%20Jan #leadership #LeadershipPodcast, #QuietLeadership, #DoNothing, #CharacterMatters, #ConvictionAndDiscipline, #SelfReflection, #Solitude, #EfficiencyInBusiness, #VeteranSupport, #MindfulLeadership, #SlowDownToSpeedUp, #LeadershipCoaching
Jumping to solutions without naming the real probl Jumping to solutions without naming the real problem? Jim breaks down why that's a leadership trap. One pause. One clear question. That's where better decisions begin. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipWisdom #ProblemSolving #TeamAlignment #ReflectionMatters #LeadershipTips #ThinkBeforeYouAct #PodcastQuote #ExecutiveLeadership #MeetingTips
You can hustle hard and still miss the point. Jan You can hustle hard and still miss the point. Jan shares how a hallway chat reshaped his career—and it had nothing to do with performance. Sometimes, the best "networking strategy" is simply showing up for coffee. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipDevelopment #CareerGrowth #NetworkingTips #WorkLifeBalance #HumanConnection #BuildRelationships #LeadershipPodcast #MentorshipMatters
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