The Leadership Gambit
The Leadership Gambit
The Toolkit for Business and Life You Were Never Taugh
Let’s be real: you don’t need more cliche advice and a lot of content doesn’t go deep enough. You need practical guidance you can actually use to help you overcome your challenges or achieve your goals.
Recent studies show most people today feel unsupported, underprepared, and overwhelmed by a system and management that teaches very little about navigating, leading, or thriving in the chaos of modern life.
This podcast is for anyone who’s ready to take ownership of their personal journey and needs a guide to support them along their path.
We take over 20 years of real-world experience, hundreds of field experiments, and the best of leadership, psychology, and personal development knowledge and turn it into clear, honest, and useful guidance you can start using right away.
No fluff, real talk, and real tools, to thrive at work and in life.
Episodes
29 episodes
S04E04: From Forgettable to Unmistakable: Having An Impactful Presence
Let’s be real, have you ever left a meeting or walked out of a room and thought, “Did anyone even notice I was there?” If so, you are not alone. In this episode, we're getting into what it really means to have presence, not fa...
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28:42
S04E03: From Ignored to Influential: How To Master Being Heard
Tired of being ignored, overlooked, or misunderstood? Here’s the harsh truth: communication is the real currency of influence, and most people — including executives — are terrible at it. In this episode, we pull back the...
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24:19
S04E02: For Those Who Need Help Defining Their Future
Ever been asked, “Where do you want to be in 5 or 10 years?” and your brain just… blanked? Yeah, most people have that reaction — and honestly, it’s not your fault. In this episode, I’m sharing a real-world, no-fluff process I’ve used ...
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31:59
S04E01: Future-Proof Yourself: 5 Skills for Success in a Changing World
The future of work is changing faster than anyone imagined, driven by AI, automation, global uncertainty, and rapid technological breakthroughs. But while jobs may change, the core skills for success in a human world remain timeless.In t...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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29:27
S03E08: Office Politics Playbook: If You Dread Mondays, This One’s for You
Everyone has heard the saying "People don’t leave bad jobs, they leave bad bosses." but what happens when it’s not just the boss…it’s the whole damn system?In this episode, we pull back the curtain on toxic workplace politics. The kind o...
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26:46
S03E07: Office Politics Playbook: Secrets to Managing Up
Tired of unclear priorities, overwhelming workloads, or poor and destructive decisions being made from above? In todays episode we provide guidance on taking back control — even when you’re not in a position of power.Chris breaks down th...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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33:46
S03E06: Climbing the Ladder: The Hidden Politics Behind Promotions
Think promotions are based solely on hard work and performance? Think again. In this episode, we break the promotion down into 3 distinct stages and explain the politics you need to understand at each stage to make it to the next. Y...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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28:53
S03E05: There Will Be No Winners In The Return To Office Wars
The war over where work gets done isn’t about productivity — it’s about power. In this episode, we sit down to unpack what's really driving the return-to-office mandates and why forcing people back into buildings won’t solve broken leader...
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35:17
S03E04: Office Politics Playbook: Politics With Your Manager (aka getting the most out of your manager)
Today we’re diving into one of the trickiest, yet most important dynamics in the workplace: politics with your manager. Whether you’ve found yourself under the thumb of a micromanager, stuck with a disengaged boss, or lucky enough to work for a...
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33:03
S03E03: Office Politics Playbook: The Politics of Relationships
Hard work isn’t enough. Talent isn’t enough. If you’ve ever watched someone less skilled, less experienced, or less qualified climb the ladder faster than you, there’s a reason—they understand political capital.Leadership i...
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30:22
S03E02: Office Politics Playbook: The Politics of Power
Power runs the world—whether we like it or not. The question is, are you building your own, or are you being controlled by those who do?This episode is all about power: how it works, how to build it, and how it is used. Power isn’t about...
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28:28
S02E08: Critical Thinking or How To Avoid Being Manipulated
In a world overflowing with misinformation, biased narratives, hidden agendas, and more and more convincing deep fakes, how can you make sure you're not being manipulated or gaslighted? Critical thinking and the ability to analyze, question, an...
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45:45
S02E07: Emotional Intelligence: Your True Path To Success
The Emotional Intelligence Crisis: Why Leaders Are Struggling More Than Ever Emotional Intelligence (EI) isn’t a new concept. The ideas and there impact have been known for over 30 years now, so why is it still one o...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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41:11
S03E01: Office Politics Playbook: Understanding the Game
The Ruthless Reality of Corporate Politics: Play or Be PlayedThink corporate politics don’t matter? Think again. The truth is, hard work alone won’t get you ahead — but politics will. No matter how talented or dedicated you...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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45:20
S02E06: What Makes a Leader? 5 Essentials You Can’t Ignore
In this episode, we dive deep into a new angle—how to identify and develop potential leaders around you. Using real-world examples and candid discussions, we cover the 5 foundational traits that every great leader possesses: trust, authenticity...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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41:08
S02E05: Business Is Broken: 5 Critical Fixes for a Better Future
In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into some of the most pressing and controversial issues facing modern businesses. Join us as we tackle five major changes that must happen to create a more sustainable, equitable, and accountable corporat...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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49:49
S02E04: Personal Branding: Start Building Your Story
What do people say about you when you are not in the room?What brand do you want to build for yourself?How can you influence your reputation?Your personal brand is your most valuable asset—it's what differentiates...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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41:59
S02E03: Protect Your Mind: 5 Silent Energy Killers
How is our brain like a battery?How do I avoid energy lows through-out the day?Why is multitasking a myth?Transform how you think, lead, and live as we unveil the powerful connection between mental energy and peak...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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45:38
S02E02: The Accountability Crisis
Why is accountability vanishing from leadership, workplaces, and daily life? If accountability is the cornerstone of trust and leadership, why are these values so absent in modern culture?If so many of us are not happy ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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45:57
S02E01: Breaking the Boss Mindset
What truly sets a boss, manager, and leader apart? Why do so many default to being a boss, and how can you consciously pivot toward being a leader?A shift in employee expectations wants management to move from a command to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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32:55
S01E08: 5 Tips for Managing Your Ego
In this episode, we explore the delicate balance of how to manage our ego. Join us as we share personal experiences and insights from candid feedback that shaped our journeys toward self-awareness and a person ego management system. We’ll share...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:34
S01E07: The Generation Gap Trap
In today's episode on the Generational Gap Trap, we dive into the escalating generational conflicts found in today’s workplaces and in media discussions, where Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z often clash over values and work styles....
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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29:44
S01E06: How To Build Confidence
Confidence isn’t something you are born with—it’s built. In this episode we uncover the secrets to developing true confidence through mindset shifts, intentional habits, and bold actions. Discover how to silence your inner critic, harness the p...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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48:58
S01E05: How To Mentally Survive A Layoff
In this must-listen episode, we tackle how to stay resilient in the face of layoffs and uncertain times. Discover essential strategies to safeguard your financial future, build strong habits, and keep your mind sharp. We’ll reveal why saving ev...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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44:47