In this episode, Kyle Matthews speaks with Dr. Patrick Leddin, a distinguished leader spanning military service, Fortune 500 consulting, entrepreneurship, academia, and bestselling authorship. Dr. Leddin, who co-authored 'Disrupt Everything and Win' with James Patterson, shares insights on adapting to disruption, essentials of effective leadership, and personal transformation. The conversation covers Dr. Leddin's experiences as an Army Ranger, the importance of mindsets and behaviors in leadership, practical advice on navigating artificial intelligence, and the critical nature of self-awareness and resilience in facing change.
00:00 Introduction to Leadership Essentials
01:19 Meet Dr. Patrick Leddin
02:57 Understanding Resistance to Change
04:44 The Power of Positive Disruption
10:45 James Patterson's Influence
19:07 Military Lessons in Leadership
38:32 Understanding Workplace Dynamics
38:45 Finding Your 'Why'
41:14 The Big Disruption: AI and the Future
41:58 Adapting to Technological Changes
43:00 The Five Roles in the Face of Change
48:20 Making Tough Leadership Decisions
53:21 Personal Stories of Resilience
57:53 Writing with James Patterson
01:06:07 Final Thoughts on Disruption and Success
