In this episode of the Leadership Lab podcast, Patrick engages in a thought-provoking dialogue with Taylor Leddin-McMaster, exploring the profound significance of curiosity and the art of understanding others' stories. With a remarkable career trajectory since the tender age of 17, Taylor has established herself as a prominent freelance writer, garnering recognition from esteemed national platforms and earning accolades as a leading figure in journalism, notably by Thrive Global.  Taylor is...

In this episode of the Leadership Lab, Patrick welcomes Curtis Morley, a Wall Street Journal Bestselling author and seasoned entrepreneur. Curtis delves into the complex world of emotions, focusing on the deceptive impact of counterfeit emotions on decision-making and leadership. Drawing on his extensive experience, he offers actionable insights on how to identify and manage these misleading feelings to enhance personal and professional growth. Tune in to uncover the strategies needed to...

Whether you're gearing up to start your own business or leading a team in a large organization, speaking the language of business is absolutely essential. Marc Butler is fluent in this critical language and is ready to share his mastery with you. Dive into an exhilarating episode of the Leadership Lab podcast where Marc, co-author of "Funding a New Business for Dummies," joins Patrick to explore the essentials of startup funding, effective business communication, and smart financial...

In this episode, Patrick speaks with Sarah Cavanaugh, the CEO of Peaceful Exit. Their conversation delves into the profound topics of grief and mourning, focusing on how leaders can guide others through their darkest moments. In a society that often shies away from discussions of death, Peaceful Exit serves as a bold invitation to engage in open and honest dialogue about this inevitable aspect of life. Connect with Sarah at www.PeacefulExit.net

This week on The Leadership Lab, join Patrick as he delves into the transformative power of play in workplace culture with his guest, Kristi Herold, the visionary founder and CEO of JAM. Kristi's ambition to have 1 million people engage in play annually extends to her innovative work with corporations, utilizing play to bolster corporate cultures and productivity. Honored as one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women and featured in Forbes and Fast Company, Kristi offers a depth of insight...

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 focus, resilience, and peak performance under pressure. He discusses practical approaches for mastering your mental game,...

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 life dedicated to service and community healing. Her work with Mending Hearts, which has grown to support over 5400...

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 their peak, Jim and Patrick delve into the essence of gaining clarity, the importance of strategic pivots, and embracing the...

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 10" emerges as a guide filled with wisdom for aspiring business leaders, distilled from Liniger's 50-plus years of innovation and his...

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 team leader should know. Learn more about Jon and his work at https://jonbbecker.com

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.

In this episode, Patrick is joined by Laura Mae Martin, whose dynamic journey at Google spans over thirteen years across various domains, including Sales, Product Operations, Event Planning, and now, Executive Coaching. Laura's expertise isn't just confined to her impressive career trajectory; she's also an invaluable mentor to some of Google's top executives, guiding them on mastering the art of time and energy management. Patrick and Laura’s conversation focuses on Laura’s new book,...

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 questions with CEO and Author William Vanderbloemen. Joining Patrick on his latest podcast, William unveils insights from his new book, "Be the...

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, and garden leaders. To discover more about John and his insights, visit www.PassionStruck.com. Also, don't miss out on our chat, where we reference two previous guests...

In this final episode of our six-part series focused on creating “ready now” leaders in 2024, Patrick offers an overview of our DELIVER course. This course will help you to build a team that executes with excellence. Patrick unpacks one of the 24 lessons from the DELIVER course. That lesson is called “Provide Feedback,” and it provides leaders with five steps that they can follow to give effective feedback, which is critical to individual and collective success. Want to learn more about how...

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 enhance your leadership skills and those of your team for 2024 and beyond. To immerse yourself in the full series, begin with episode 225 titled...

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. This episode offers insights into the course content and provides a platform for you to evaluate your problem-solving abilities.

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 leader.

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 innovation and challenging the status quo. Explore more at www.LeddinGroup.com

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. This system employs gamification, AI, and data analytics to actively engage and empower learners in a repeatable formula: "Content + System =...

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 a high likelihood that numerous products in your home are encased in their glassware. Randy's mission is to navigate the...

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 climbing the corporate ladder to becoming a nomadic speaker and how, along the way, she learned to embrace the messiness of being human.

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 but applies to everyone! In the conversation, Kelli shares insights about her career pivots, courageous conversations, and moving to a position that can give us...

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 their book, emphasizing the need to be open to feedback, accountability, and change. how becoming coachable...