Beyond Blind Blaming

Most leaders fear mistakes. They avoid them, downplay them, or pass the blame. But what if mistakes were actually the key to leadership growth? Dr. Todd Dewett has spent decades studying leadership and discovered that the best leaders don’t just tolerate failure; they use it. From leaving a tenured professor role to coaching Fortune 500 executives, he has built a career helping leaders turn setbacks into strengths. In this episode, Todd joins Kevin to reveal how embracing authenticity, accountability, and tough lessons creates resilient, high-impact leaders. He also shares practical strategies for building strong teams and delivering feedback that drives growth.

Dr. Todd Dewett is a leadership expert, bestselling author, and keynote speaker recognized for his authentic and engaging approach to leadership and professional growth. He is a trusted voice for those seeking to lead with impact and authenticity.

In this episode, Kevin and Todd will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(02:23) From Academia to Global Leadership

(06:50) Writing Dancing with Monsters in Six Hours

(09:52) The Power of Owning Your Mistakes

(13:01) Navigating the Fear of Honest Feedback

(16:12) Leading with Confidence and Vulnerability

(20:22) Inspiring Action Through Authentic Leadership

(23:32) Activities for Building Rapport in Teams

(27:33) Cultivating Key Leadership Qualities

(31:17) How Storytelling Elevates Leadership

(35:21) The Role of Self-Awareness in Leadership

(41:03) Building Stronger Relationships at Work

(43:46) How to Seek Feedback That Helps You Grow

(46:50) The Key to Unlocking Fresh Ideas

Dr. Todd Dewett is a leadership expert, bestselling author, and keynote speaker recognized for his authentic and engaging approach to leadership and professional growth. A former university professor, Todd has shared his insights with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and global organizations. His books, TEDx talks, and courses have inspired millions, establishing him as a trusted voice for those seeking to lead with impact and authenticity.

Connect with Todd:

Todd’s Website: https://www.drdewett.com 

Todd’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drdewett 

Resources Mentioned:

Todd’s Book, Dancing with Monsters: A Tale About Leadership, Success, and Overcoming Fears: https://www.amazon.com/Dancing-Monsters-Leadership-Success-Overcoming/dp/1637743270 

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick M. Lencioni: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Dysfunctions-Team-Leadership-Fable/dp/0787960756 

The Death of Audiology by Kevin St.Clergy: https://www.amazon.com/The-Death-of-Audiology/dp/0615249655 

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Many people feel stuck in their careers, blaming external factors like the economy, the job market, or their boss. However, Dr. Kyle Elliott, founder of CaffeinatedKyle.com, believes that career growth begins with taking ownership. After helping hundreds of Silicon Valley executives and Fortune 500 leaders, he has seen that the most successful professionals don’t wait for the right opportunity; they create it. In this episode, Kyle joins Kevin to discuss the hidden challenges of career growth, how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, ace interviews, and navigate the role of AI in job searches, all while balancing ambition and self-care.

Dr. Kyle Elliott is a career coach and the founder of CaffeinatedKyle.com, specializing in helping high achievers in tech and Fortune 500 companies navigate career transitions and land their dream roles.

In this episode, Kevin and Kyle will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(02:42) Becoming a Career Coach by Accident

(03:55) Taking Ownership of Career Struggles

(08:21) Why High Achievers Struggle with Imposter Syndrome

(12:37) Crafting a LinkedIn Profile That Stands Out

(14:37) Leveraging Your Network for Career Growth

(16:23) The Power of Clarity in Career Advancement

(19:03) Using AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement

(20:41) Why Soft Skills Matter More Than Ever

(24:43) Navigating Remote Work vs. Office Expectations

(27:07) Investing in Yourself for Career Success

(30:37) Balancing Ambition and Self-Care

Dr. Kyle Elliott is a career coach and the founder of CaffeinatedKyle.com, specializing in helping high achievers in tech and Fortune 500 companies navigate career transitions and land their dream roles. He has been featured in top publications like Business Insider, Forbes, and CNN, and has delivered speaking engagements for leading companies like Amazon and LinkedIn.

Connect with Kyle:

Kyle’s Website: caffeinatedkyle.com 

Kyle’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kylecromerelliott 

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Change is inevitable, but for many leaders, it feels like a battle filled with frustration, fear, and the instinct to push emotions aside. But what if those emotions were actually signals guiding us toward opportunity? After navigating billion-dollar acquisitions, Cassandra Worthy saw firsthand the emotional toll of change. Rejecting the traditional “grit your teeth and bear it” approach, she pioneered Change Enthusiasm, a framework for turning uncertainty into fuel for growth. In this episode, Cassandra joins Kevin to share how leaders can harness emotions, navigate tough transitions, and build teams that thrive in change.

Cassandra Worthy is the founder of Change Enthusiasm Global, an author, and a Top 50 Global Keynote Speaker. She developed the Change Enthusiasm strategy to help leaders and organizations turn change into opportunities for growth.

In this episode, Kevin and Cassandra will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(01:59) The Birth of Change Enthusiasm

(05:00) Early Struggles in Entrepreneurship

(07:15) Managing Change in Business

(09:35) Attracting the Right People to Your Team

(11:35) Three Steps to Turning Change into Opportunity

(16:53) Common Emotions That Signal Growth

(21:06) Exploring the Perspectives Wheel Tool

(23:00) The Keys to Building True Resilience

(26:07) The Role of Beliefs in Sustaining Change

(30:01) Understanding Your Role in Driving Change

(32:59) Marketing Emotional Intelligence to Executives

(34:50) Personal Growth and Community Support

Cassandra Worthy is the founder of Change Enthusiasm Global, an author, and a Top 50 Global Keynote Speaker. She developed the Change Enthusiasm strategy to help leaders and organizations turn change into opportunities for growth. Through her work in leadership, culture, and emotional intelligence, she empowers individuals and teams to harness the power of emotion to drive meaningful transformation.

Connect with Cassandra:

Cassandra’s Website: https://cassandraworthy.com

Cassandra’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cassandraworthy

Resources Mentioned:

Change Enthusiasm’s Website: changeenthusiasmglobal.com

Cassandra’s Book, Change Enthusiasm: How to Harness the Power of Emotion for Leadership and Success: https://www.amazon.com/Change-Enthusiasm-Harness-Emotion-Leadership/dp/1401961770 

Selling With Noble Purpose: How to Drive Revenue and Do Work That Makes You Proud by Lisa Earle McLeod: https://www.amazon.com/Selling-Noble-Purpose-Drive-Revenue/dp/1119700884 

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Most people think financial freedom comes from saving for decades, cutting expenses, and following the traditional retirement path. Chris Miles was once a financial advisor who sold the same strategies until he saw that they weren’t working, not even for his own father. Frustrated, he ditched conventional financial advice and built a passive income strategy that allowed him to retire at 28. Now, through Money Ripples, he helps others escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and create lasting wealth. In this episode, Chris joins Kevin to expose the biggest financial myths and reveal how to build real wealth without waiting decades.

Chris Miles is a cash flow expert, anti-financial advisor, and founder of Money Ripples. He specializes in helping individuals escape traditional financial traps and create true passive income for long-term wealth.

In this episode, Kevin and Chris will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(02:16) From College Dropout to Financial Advisor

(03:57) Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails

(06:22) Retiring at 28 and Finding a New Purpose

(07:34) The Biggest Lie About Saving for Retirement

(11:32) The Dangers of Blindly Trusting Financial Advisors

(13:12) How to Make Truly Passive Income

(16:52) Breaking Free from the Debt Trap

(21:55) Shifting from Accumulation to Income

(24:10) Infinite Banking: The Secret to Tax-Free Wealth

(30:19) How to Track, Plan, and Manage Your Money

(38:10) Why Masterminds Accelerate Growth

Chris Miles is a cash flow expert, anti-financial advisor, and founder of Money Ripples. He specializes in helping individuals escape traditional financial traps and create true passive income for long-term wealth. Through his Money Ripples podcast, he shares insights on cash flow strategies, financial freedom, and building sustainable wealth outside conventional financial systems.

Connect with Chris:

Chris’s Website: https://moneyripples.com/ 

Chris’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chriscmiles 

Resources Mentioned:

I Will Teach You To Be Rich by Ramit Sethi: https://www.amazon.com/Will-Teach-You-Be-Rich/dp/0761147489 

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Great leadership isn’t about titles. It’s about tackling the tough conversations most people avoid. Yet, too many leaders hesitate, fearing conflict, damaging relationships, or making the wrong call. This leads to unresolved issues and workplace tension. After a decade in corporate, Gene Hammett built a $7 million business, only to lose it all when a deal went sour. From this setback, he discovered a passion for coaching CEOs to build high-performing teams, address limitations, and scale effectively. In this episode, Gene joins Kevin to share actionable strategies to enhance leadership and navigate tough conversations.

Gene Hammett is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and executive coach who helps founders and CEOs develop strong leaders at every level. Over 1 million business leaders have used his advice to improve their leadership and grow their companies.

In this episode, Kevin and Gene will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(02:23) Leaving Corporate for Entrepreneurship

(03:46) Scaling a $7 Million Business and Losing It All

(07:10) Bouncing Back as a Leadership Coach

(12:08) Leadership Blind Spots That Hurt Growth

(15:52) The Key to Hiring and Retaining Top Talent

(17:15) Mastering the Art of Tough Conversations

(24:14) How Leadership Styles Impact Conversations

(27:19) The Four Phases of Tough Conversations

(35:57) How to Navigate Difficult Conversations

(42:53) Mistakes Leaders Make After Tough Talks

(45:48) Connecting with Gene

Gene Hammett is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and executive coach who helps founders and CEOs develop strong leaders at every level. After studying the leadership of fast-growing businesses on the Inc. 5000 list, he discovered strategies that help companies grow. Gene is also the founder of the Growth Think Tank podcast, which is recognized as a top resource for leaders. Over 1 million business leaders have used his advice to improve their leadership and grow their companies.

Connect with Gene:

Gene’s Website: genehammett.com

Gene’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/genehammett

Resources Mentioned:

Gene’s Book, How to Have Tough Conversations: The Framework for Great Leaders to Say What Needs to Be Said When the Pressure Is On: https://www.amazon.com/How-Have-Tough-Conversations-Framework-ebook/dp/B0D7WFLZL5 

Start With Why by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Simon-Sinek/dp/1591844517

Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Candor-Kick-Ass-Without-Humanity/dp/1250103509 

Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, et al: https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Conversations-Tools-Talking-Stakes/dp/B09BK342ZW

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Society tells us that happiness comes from success, perfection, and constant self-improvement. But what if that’s exactly why so many people feel unfulfilled? After struggling to find happiness, Stephanie Harrison turned to positive psychology and discovered that much of what we believe about happiness is making us miserable. What started as a simple newsletter grew into The New Happy, a platform redefining happiness through meaning, connection, and service. In this episode, Stephanie joins Kevin to reveal the real science of happiness so you can stop chasing it and start living it.

Stephanie Harrison is the creator of the New Happy philosophy, a well-being expert, bestselling author, and speaker. Through her company, The New Happy, she inspires millions worldwide with award-winning tools and resources for cultivating daily happiness. 

In this episode, Kevin and Stephanie will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(02:24) Understanding Positive Psychology

(04:13) Transitioning to Entrepreneurship

(07:04) The Myth of Happiness

(12:11) Taking Ownership of Your Happiness

(14:30) Moving Beyond Society’s Idea of Happiness

(17:38) The Four-Step Framework to Living Happily 

(18:44) Happiness as the Key to Well-Being

(20:57) How Happiness Strengthens Relationships

(22:46) Overcoming Negativity in the Workplace

(25:03) How The New Happy is Redefining Well-Being

(28:01) The Hidden Cause of Our Misery

(33:26) Using Science and Creativity to Grow

Stephanie Harrison is the creator of the New Happy philosophy, a well-being expert, bestselling author, and speaker. Through her company, The New Happy, she inspires millions worldwide with award-winning tools and resources for cultivating daily happiness. Her book, New Happy, reveals that helping others is the key to true happiness. Stephanie shares insights on happiness, culture, and leadership and has been featured in Forbes, Oprah Daily, Harvard Business Review, and more.

Connect with Stephanie:

Stephanie’s Website: [email protected] 

Stephanie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieleighharrison/ 

Resources Mentioned:

Stephanie’s Book, New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That's Got It Wrong: https://www.amazon.com/New-Happy-Getting-Happiness-Right/dp/0593541383 

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Ready to break through what’s really holding you back? Beyond Blind Blaming is the weekly podcast for high-achievers, entrepreneurs, leaders, and personal growth seekers who are tired of repeating cycles of frustration and want to uncover the hidden barriers to their success.

Hosted by transformational mentor, author, and business strategist Kevin D. St.Clergy—best known for his bestselling book Beyond Blind Blaming and his former podcast Audiology Mastery—each episode features in-depth interviews with experts, coaches, and changemakers who’ve reclaimed control over their lives, careers, and mindsets.

Listeners will gain powerful tools for emotional intelligence, leadership, productivity, and mindset mastery—plus real strategies to stop self-sabotage, take ownership, and step into purpose-driven success. Whether you’re an entrepreneur scaling a business or an individual seeking clarity and confidence, this podcast will help you shift your perspective and unlock your full potential.

Subscribe now and join the movement to stop blind blaming—and start living boldly.