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