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Why Your Excuses Are Holding You Back
What if the biggest thing standing between you and success isn't your circumstances, your competition, or your limitations... but the excuses you've accepted as truth?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Patrick Engasser, bestselling author, business coach, motivational speaker, and former top-performing sales leader. Patrick has been blind since birth, yet he built a remarkable career leading sales teams, coaching entrepreneurs, and helping leaders achieve extraordinary results.
Patrick shares how he transformed what many would see as a limitation into a competitive advantage, why mindset always comes before strategy, and how leaders can stop letting obstacles define their future. We also discuss the power of relationships, the importance of leading by example, and why people follow leaders who do hard things when no one is watching.
If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or limited by your circumstances, this conversation will challenge the way you think about adversity and inspire you to take action.
In this episode, you'll learn:
• How to turn your biggest challenge into your greatest advantage• Why mindset must change before results can change• The hidden cost of excuses in leadership and life• How great leaders build trust through relationships• Why people follow actions, not words• Practical habits that help high performers stay focused and resilient• How to lead yourself before leading others
Patrick's story is a powerful reminder that our limitations rarely determine our future. The stories we tell ourselves do.
Patrick Engasser’s Resources:
Website: https://patrickengasser.com/
Free Strategy Session: https://talkwithpatrick.com/
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What makes people trust a leader? And why do some teams thrive under pressure while others fall apart?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with trust experts Dr. Michelle Reina and Dr. Dennis Reina, co-founders of Reina Trust Building and authors of The Art of Trust Building, to explore the real impact trust has on leadership, culture, and performance.
We dive deep into:
Why high-trust teams consistently outperform low-trust teams
The hidden damage caused by micromanagement
The three dimensions of trust every leader must understand
How leaders unintentionally break trust
What it takes to rebuild trust after betrayal or failure
Why trust begins with self-trust
How great leaders create environments where people thrive
Michelle and Dennis bring more than 30 years of research and real-world experience helping organizations build stronger cultures through trust. This conversation is packed with practical leadership insights you can apply immediately with your team, your company, and your own leadership journey.
If you want better communication, stronger accountability, a healthier culture, and higher-performing teams, this episode is for you.
Dr. Dennis Reina & Dr. Michelle Reina’s Resources:
Website: https://reinatrustbuilding.com/
Free Assessment: https://assessments.reinatrustbuilding.com/its/register
Book: https://amzn.to/4tISdHH
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellereina/ & https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisreina/
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Most companies think innovation is about technology, strategy, or process. Dr. Bruce Vojak says they’re wrong.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, Jon Rennie sits down with innovation expert Dr. Bruce Vojak to explore why innovation succeeds or fails based on the people inside the organization. Drawing from decades of experience at companies like Motorola and from his research on “serial innovators,” Bruce explains how breakthrough ideas actually happen and why mature companies must innovate if they want to survive.
They discuss:
Why innovation is more than creativity or new technology
The connection between innovation and organizational resilience
How great leaders create cultures where ideas can surface
Why some employees can “see patterns” others miss
The hidden innovators already inside your company
How mature industries can still create breakthrough innovation
Why introverts often become powerful innovators
The leadership mistakes that quietly kill innovation
If you lead a business, manage a team, or want your organization to stay competitive in a rapidly changing world, this conversation is packed with practical insight.
Dr. Bruce Vojak is the co-author of No Excuses Innovation and Serial Innovators and advises organizations on building sustainable innovation cultures that drive long-term success.
Dr. Bruce Vojak’s Resources:
Website: https://www.breakthrough-innovation-advisors.com/
Books: https://amzn.to/4nwDUoa
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bvojak/
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Most leadership advice tells you to “just be authentic.” But what happens when the workplace pressures you to become someone else?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with leadership coach, consultant, and author Dr. Rashida Leverett to explore why authentic leadership is so difficult in today’s workplace. Drawing from over 30 years of experience in the military, government, higher education, and corporate leadership, Rashida explains how many leaders struggle with what she calls “identity fragmentation” — becoming one person at work and another everywhere else.
We discuss:
Why middle managers are often the most overlooked leaders in organizations
The trust gap created when leaders say one thing but do another
How leaders lose credibility without realizing it
Why self-awareness and emotional intelligence matter more than ever
Rashida’s “Four Sights of Visionary Leadership” framework: foresight, insight, hindsight, and oversight
How to integrate your values into leadership without becoming performative or preachy
This conversation is packed with practical leadership wisdom for anyone trying to lead with integrity, clarity, and conviction in a complicated world.
Dr. Rashida Leverett’s Resources:
Website: https://www.rashidahleverett.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/4uSoNbf
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashidahleverett/
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What happens when AI enters the workplace at full speed?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with futurist, bestselling author, and workplace expert Jacob Morgan to discuss why the future of work will reward high performers more than ever before.
We explore the return of accountability in the workplace, the growing divide between high performers and average contributors, and why AI won’t replace the best employees—it will amplify them.
Jacob also shares insights from his new book, The 8 Laws of Employee Experience, including:
Why “entitlement culture” at work is ending
How AI will reshape leadership and employee experience
Why accountability is making a comeback
The future of hybrid work and workplace flexibility
How leaders can use AI to amplify humanity instead of replacing it
What employees must do now to stay valuable in the AI era
This conversation is a wake-up call for leaders, employees, and anyone thinking about the future of work.
If you want to stay relevant, future-ready, and valuable in the age of AI, don’t miss this episode.
Jacob’s Book & Resources:The 8 Laws of Employee Experience Book - https://amzn.to/42p6gHm
Jacob's website - https://thefutureorganization.com/
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The Networking Mistake That Could Cost You Your Career
What happens when you lose your job… and realize you have nobody to call?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with networking expert and author Greg Roche to discuss why so many professionals wait too long to build meaningful relationships and how that mistake can quietly damage careers.
Greg shares how losing his HR leadership role forced him to rethink networking completely. As an introvert, traditional networking events felt awkward, exhausting, and ineffective. So he developed a different approach built around authentic one-on-one relationships instead of cold conversations and crowded mixers.
We also dive into why connection inside organizations matters more than compensation, why employees leave when they feel disconnected, and how leaders can create stronger cultures through intentional relationships.
If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable networking, struggled to maintain professional relationships, or realized your network isn’t as strong as it should be, this conversation is packed with practical advice you can use immediately.
In this episode:
Why most people build their network too late
The introvert-friendly approach to networking
How to reconnect with old contacts naturally
Why trust-based relationships improve retention
The hidden reason employees leave organizations
Simple ways leaders can build stronger workplace connections
Connect with Greg Roche:
Greg Roche on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregsroche/Get the book - The Fast and Easy Guide to Networking for Introverts - https://amzn.to/4nd1nug
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Why do smart people get things so wrong?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Professor Peter Lamont to explore a powerful idea: it’s not what you think that matters most—it’s how you think.
We dive into his concept of Radical Thinking—a different approach to critical thinking that challenges you to examine the roots of your beliefs. Peter explains why every one of us is operating from a limited view of reality, shaped by what we notice—and what we miss.
If you're a leader, this conversation will challenge how you make decisions, how you communicate, and how you understand others. Because leadership is a people business—and people see the world in very different ways.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why your view of the world is always incomplete
What Radical Thinking really means (and why it matters)
How echo chambers and algorithms shape your thinking
Why curiosity matters more than being right
How better thinking leads to better leadership
If you want to make better decisions, lead more effectively, and see the bigger picture—this episode is for you.
Connect with Peter Lamont:
Blog: https://www.peterlamont.net/facultyofwonder
Website: https://www.peterlamont.net/
Get the book Radical Thinking: https://amzn.to/4w6gQk3
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Why Self-Awareness Is the Leadership Skill Most Leaders Lack
Most leaders don’t fail because they lack skill, experience, or good intentions—they fail because they don’t truly understand themselves.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Margaret Andrews, author of Manage Yourself to Lead Others, to unpack why self-awareness is the foundation of effective leadership—and why so many leaders struggle without it.
We talk about the gap between intentions and behaviors, why leaders often feel misunderstood, and how a lack of self-awareness quietly erodes trust, communication, and performance. Margaret shares a practical framework to help you better understand who you are, what drives you, and how others actually experience you as a leader.
If you’ve ever felt like your message isn’t landing, your team isn’t responding the way you expect, or you’re not leading at the level you know you can—this conversation will challenge you in the right way.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why good intentions aren’t enough in leadership
The real reason leaders feel misunderstood
A simple framework to build self-awareness
How to align your behavior with your leadership goals
Why growth feels uncomfortable—and why that’s a good sign
Connect with Margaret Andrews:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretcandrews/Website: https://www.margaretandrews.com/
Get the book:Manage Yourself to Lead Others https://amzn.to/4ukgqVl
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Leadership Decisions You Can’t Afford to Get Wrong
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Linda Henman, advisor, author, and expert in high-stakes decision-making, to talk about the leadership decisions you simply can’t afford to get wrong.
Most organizations are full of people who know how to execute. They run fast, deliver results, and get promoted. But when the stakes are high, execution isn’t enough. The real differentiator is knowing which decisions matter most—and getting them right under pressure.
Drawing on her research into resilience—including studies of American POWs—and decades of advising C-suite leaders, Linda explains why great leadership starts long before the crisis hits. It’s about building the judgment, confidence, and clarity to make tough calls when there’s no playbook.
We also dig into one of the biggest mistakes companies make: promoting high performers into roles that require strategic thinking—and the costly consequences that follow.
If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or aspiring executive, this conversation will challenge how you think about hiring, promotion, and decision-making at the highest levels.
In this episode, we cover:
Why resilience is a choice—not just “bouncing back”
The difference between tactical performers and strategic thinkers
How to make decisions when the stakes are high and the path is unclear
Why most companies promote the wrong people
The role of values and integrity in tough leadership calls
How to hire and develop leaders who can actually think strategically
Connect with Dr. Linda Henman:
Website: https://henmanperformancegroup.comBooks: Available on Amazon (including Healthy Decisions and Risky Business) https://amzn.to/3ODhmFp
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Most leaders don’t fail because they don’t care.
They fail because no one ever taught them how to lead.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Robert Heath Sr., a former Marine Corps officer, attorney, and leadership coach, to unpack one of the biggest traps leaders fall into—the need to be the fixer.
If you’re the person everyone relies on to solve problems, this conversation might hit close to home.
Because the truth is this:
The skills that made you successful as an individual contributor are the exact skills that will hold you back as a leader.
We dig into:
Why high performers struggle when they step into leadership roles
The hidden cost of “being the go-to person.”
Why leadership is the opposite of getting things done yourself
How to shift from problem solver to obstacle remover
The power of aligning purpose, identity, and daily actions
Why miscommunication is quietly draining your team’s performance
How to actually empower your team to step up and take ownership
Robert shares hard-earned lessons from the military, education, and corporate world—and breaks down what it really takes to bring out the best in your people.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, frustrated with your team, or stuck carrying too much… this episode will give you a better way forward.
Connect with Robert Heath Sr.:Website: https://www.robertheathsr.com
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What happens when your best performer becomes your worst leader?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Peter James, President and CEO of HCG Strategic Partners, to unpack one of the most common (and costly) mistakes organizations make: promoting great individual contributors into leadership roles without preparing them to lead.
Peter brings a rare perspective shaped by leadership in the military, corporate America, and higher education. Together, we break down why being great at your job doesn’t automatically make you a great leader—and what actually does.
We dive into:
Why top performers often struggle when they step into leadership
The critical role of self-awareness in leading others
Why most leaders don’t realize they’re failing
The importance of having someone who will hold you accountable
How organizations can better prepare people for leadership roles
What it takes to build a culture that can adapt and thrive in constant change
If you’ve ever been promoted (or are about to be), this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership—and give you practical ways to get better.
Connect with Peter:
Website: https://hcgstrategies.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpeterajames/
Book: Every Day Is A Monday - https://amzn.to/3QMUJid
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Broken Trust: How Great Leaders Fix It
Trust is at some of the lowest levels we’ve ever seen—and leaders are paying the price.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Darryl Stickel to unpack what trust really is, why it’s collapsing in today’s uncertain world, and how great leaders rebuild it inside their teams.
We talk about the real definition of trust (it’s not what you think), why confidence without certainty destroys credibility, and how leaders can create “pockets of excellence” even in broken organizations.
If you’re leading in a time of uncertainty—and let’s be honest, we all are—this conversation will give you practical tools to build trust, strengthen your team, and become a leader worth following.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why trust is the foundation of every high-performing team
The hidden reason trust is breaking down in organizations today
How uncertainty and vulnerability shape every leadership decision
The three drivers of trust: benevolence, integrity, and ability
How to build trust even if your organization is struggling
Simple ways to show your team you “have their back”
About Dr. Darryl Stickel:
Dr. Darryl Stickel is a leading expert on trust and the author of Building Trust: Exceptional Leadership in an Uncertain World. He helps leaders and organizations understand how trust works—and how to build it when it matters most.
Resources & Links:
🌐 Website: https://trustunlimited.com
📘 Book: Building Trust https://amzn.to/3OgMzhe
🎧 Previous episode with Darryl: (Episode 118) https://jonsrennie.com/2022/05/12/deep-leadership-episode-118-building-trust-with-darryl-stickel/
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What if you didn’t wait for permission… and just claimed authority?
In this episode of the Deep Leadership podcast, I sit down with Tom Kubiniec, President and CEO of Securit Tactical, who built multiple successful companies without a degree, corporate experience, or a traditional playbook.
Tom shares how he carved out a leadership position in an industry that had no clear expert—and why sometimes the fastest way forward is to step up, take ownership, and back it up with action.
We also dig into:
Why simplicity beats complexity in business
How to become the “leading authority” in your space
The hiring mistake that holds companies back
Why great leaders fire fast and decide faster
How to create a culture that scales as you grow
The power of communication and presence in leadership
This is a conversation about bold thinking, decisive action, and leading with confidence—even when you don’t have all the answers.
If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or someone looking to level up, this episode will challenge how you think about authority, growth, and success.
Tom Kubiniec's Resource:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomkubiniec/
https://www.secureitgunstorage.com/
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Crisis Is Coming. Are You Ready?
Every leader will face a crisis. The question is whether you’ll be prepared—or caught off guard.
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Stephanie Craig, President of Kith, to talk about what most leaders get wrong about crisis management—and how to fix it before it’s too late.
Stephanie shares why crisis preparedness is a mindset, not a checklist, and how trust, clarity, and communication determine whether your organization survives—or comes out stronger.
We also dive into:
Why most companies treat crisis prep like a “check-the-box” exercise
The difference between your brand and your reputation (and why it matters)
How to build trust before a crisis hits
Real-world examples of companies that turned potential disasters into wins
Practical ways small and mid-sized businesses can prepare without massive budgets
If you lead a team, run a business, or want to become a better leader—this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.
Connect with Stephanie Craig:🌐 Website: https://kith.co📊 Crisis Resilient 365: https://crisisresilient365.com💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigstephanie/
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Stop Fixing Problems!
Most leaders are trained to hunt problems, fix issues, and eliminate failure. But what if that mindset is actually limiting performance?
In this episode, Jon sits down with George Pesansky, author of Super Performance, to challenge the way we think about leadership, operations, and improvement. Instead of obsessing over what’s broken, George explains how the best leaders identify what’s working—and then scale it.
You’ll learn:
Why focusing on failure holds teams back
The concept of the “Golden Hour” and how to replicate peak performance
How leaders unknowingly create a culture of mediocrity
Why your best people may be holding back (and how to unlock them)
A better way to drive consistent, high-level results
If you want to build a high-performing team, it starts with changing what you pay attention to.
George Pesansky's resources:
https://georgepesansky.com/
https://myblendedlearning.com/
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The Success Trap: Why High Achievers Feel Empty at the Top
Success is supposed to make you happy… so why do so many high achievers feel trapped?
In this episode of the Deep Leadership podcast, I talk with executive coach and author Keren Eldad about the hidden emotional cost of ambition. We explore why success and happiness often move in opposite directions, how leaders unknowingly build a “gilded cage,” and why perfectionism, hustle culture, and chasing the wrong goals can leave even the most accomplished people feeling empty.
Keren shares practical insights on breaking free from the relentless pursuit of more, rethinking success, and leading from purpose instead of pressure.
If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or high performer who feels like your ladder might be leaning against the wrong wall, this conversation will challenge how you think about success.
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The Confidence Trap: Why Great Performers Choke Under Pressure
Why do talented athletes, leaders, and entrepreneurs sometimes lose confidence in the moments that matter most?
In this episode of the Deep Leadership Podcast, I sit down with mindset coach Scott Papek to explore why even high performers struggle with pressure, overthinking, and self-doubt. Scott works with athletes from middle school through college, helping them build the mental skills needed to compete with confidence.
Together they discuss how confidence is actually trained, why negative self-talk and fear of judgment sabotage performance, and how focusing on effort instead of outcomes can dramatically improve results.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• Why confidence comes from preparation and belief• The real reason people choke under pressure• How self-talk impacts performance• Why worrying about what others think kills confidence• How athletes train their minds to perform at their best
If you want to perform better under pressure, whether in sports, business, or leadership, this episode is for you.
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https://www.maxoutmindset.com/
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If you’re a leader and you only hear good news, you may have a bigger problem than you think.
In this episode of the Deep Leadership podcast, I sit down with Phillip Wilson, CEO of LRI Consulting Services and author of The Leader-Shift Playbook, to talk about one of the most overlooked leadership blind spots: power distance.
Why don’t employees speak up?Why do teams hide mistakes?Why does bad news travel slowly… or not at all?
We unpack the concept of approachability, the hidden cost of wide power distance, and what Phil calls the “hero assumption” — the mindset shift that transforms how leaders see their people.
If you want more honest feedback, stronger trust, and a team that tells you the truth before problems explode, this conversation is for you.
Phillip Wilson's resources:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pbwilson/
https://yourleadershift.com/
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What do you do when the mission fails?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with aerospace executive Andy Crocker to talk about what happens when a career-defining project collapses. After competing against SpaceX and Blue Origin for NASA’s Human Landing System, Andy and his team lost the contract — not once, but twice.
For many leaders, that kind of loss can shake your identity.
Instead of walking away bitter, Andy stepped back and asked a harder question: Who am I without the mission?
That reflection led him to write The Unconditionals, a book built around five timeless values every leader must live:
Love (yes, even in high-performance environments)
Gratitude
Integrity
Accountability
Endeavor
We talk about why values aren’t “soft skills,” how trust is built and rebuilt, what accountability really means, and why humanity is more important than ever in the age of AI.
If you’ve ever faced failure, questioned your leadership, or wondered what truly holds high-performing teams together, this conversation is for you.
Leadership is a people business. And when everything falls apart, values are what keep you standing.
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Are you winning at work but quietly struggling at home?
In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Gabriela Embon, author of Becoming a Power Couple, to talk about why high achievers often succeed in their careers but fail to invest in the most important partnership of their lives.
We discuss:
Why work-life balance is a myth for driven leaders
The difference between balance and integration
How to think of your marriage as a co-founded enterprise
The 4 Pillars that build resilient, high-performance relationships
Why your relationship is the infrastructure behind your leadership
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Your marriage should be an asset, not a liability.
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