Hey Reader,

First off—thanks for your patience.

There was no email last week as I’ve been tied up with intensive training, and it’s seriously reduced my flexibility and available time. That said, the leadership mission hasn’t stopped—and neither have the insights. I’ve got some powerful content for you this week to help you grow, think sharper, and lead better.

Let’s dive in.

🎙️ Podcast Episode 344: The Leadership Bottleneck – How You’re Sabotaging Your Own Growth

You may be the problem… but you’re also the solution.
This episode dives into the hidden ways leaders block their own growth—from decision hoarding to trust gaps to “doing it all” syndrome. If you’ve ever felt like your team can’t move without you, this one’s a must-listen.

👉 Listen on Apple Podcasts​
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🎙️ Podcast Episode 343: The Steady Leader’s Playbook – Vision, Discipline & Team Success with Schuyler Williamson

If your leadership feels like firefighting more than future-building, this one’s for you.
I sit down with Schuyler Williamson, Head Coach of the Southwestern University men’s soccer team, to explore how to lead with clarity, consistency, and composure—especially when the pressure hits. We talk vision, daily habits, and how to create lasting team performance.

👉 Listen on Apple Podcasts​
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👉 Listen on My Website​

📝 New Article: Leadership Isn’t In You—It’s Built By You

Great leaders aren’t born—they’re built.
This article unpacks the mindset shift leaders need to stop waiting for “natural” leadership ability and start building the habits, feedback loops, and skill sets that actually move the needle.

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📝 Bonus: 5 Military Leadership Lessons That Actually Work (Outside the Military)

What’s the leadership gold behind rank, salutes, and SOPs? More than you think.
This piece breaks down five battlefield-tested lessons that work just as well in boardrooms and breakrooms—from mission clarity to decentralized execution.

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🤝 Let’s Connect on LinkedIn

If you’ve found value in this week’s content—or you’re facing a leadership challenge you’d love to unpack—let’s connect. I share even more practical tools, behind-the-scenes insights, and conversation-starters over on LinkedIn.

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Thanks again for being here. Even when it gets busy, I’m in your corner.

To your leadership success,

Scott