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The Army Ranger Who Teaches CEOs How to Disrupt Everything (Without Burning Out)


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This week on Truth Works, Jessica Neal sits down with Patrick Leddin — former U.S. Army Ranger, Fortune 500 consultant, professor, and bestselling author of Disrupt Everything and Win (co-written with James Patterson). Patrick shares how he’s led through constant change — from the military to corporate boardrooms to academia — and what it truly takes to navigate disruption without burning out.

In this episode, Patrick breaks down his research behind Disrupt Everything and Win, including:

  • How leaders can turn chaos into momentum using the Disruptive Loop: Discern → Behave → Achieve → Refine
  • The five roles people play in moments of change — from Trailblazer to Firefighter
  • Why saying no can sometimes be the most disruptive move
  • What it means to own the day before your feet hit the ground
  • How to build resilience, self-awareness, and unity in command — even when your team feels overwhelmed

Patrick also opens up about co-authoring with James Patterson, leaving his professorship at Vanderbilt to bet on his own work, and why true leadership starts with reflection, humility, and purpose.

🔗 Learn more: https://patrickleddin.com

📘 Disrupt Everything and Win — available wherever books are sold
💼 Franklin Covey partnership: Disrupt Everything: Innovate for Impact (launching Nov 17, 2025)

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