The Charismatic Leader

If you’ve been listening to Persistence Playbook for a while, you already know Brett loves a good list; especially when it’s packed with tactics proven to work by today’s top performers.

In this solo episode, he breaks down 10 essential strategies entrepreneurs can use to organize their day for sharper focus, smarter time management, and sustainable productivity. From managing your energy(not just your time) to creating routines that close your day with intention

With less than six months left in the year to move the needle on your entrepreneurial goals, this episode is stacked with practical strategies to boost your productivity, reclaim your mornings, and move through your day with intention, not overwhelm.

Takeaways

-Plan tomorrow, tonight to start your day organized.

-A non-negotiable morning routine anchors your day.

-Identify your number one task to prioritize effectively.

-Batch communication to reduce cognitive fatigue.

-Align tasks with your energy levels for optimal performance.

-Create a clear shutdown routine to reflect on your day.

Today we sit down with Kate Perkovic, 7-figure founder, CEO of KLMP Consulting, and a force behind empowering women into high-power earners. From her early days as a server to leading a thriving consulting business, Kate walks us through the mindset shifts, routines, and retention-first strategies that redefined her path to success.

In this episode, she unpacks the frameworks that helped her scale, the role of productivity in sustaining momentum, and the power of masterminds in fast-tracking growth. We also explore how she balances masculine drive with feminine intuition to lead with clarity, and why overcoming resistance is often the first step to building something lasting.

This is a conversation about more than business, it’s about becoming. Whether you’re navigating entrepreneurship, refining your routine, or focused on scaling sustainably, there’s something here to shift the way you move.

Takeaways

• Mindset and identity are key factors in business success.
• Retention of clients is more important than acquiring new ones.
• Balancing masculine and feminine principles is essential for business growth.
• A structured framework is necessary for scaling to seven figures.

• Creating intentional moments for rest is important for sustainability.
• Teaching others is a key to scalability in business.

Today we sit down with Colin Henderson, mindset speaker, author, and host of the Master Your Mindset podcast. In this episode, Colin and I dive into the powerful concept that thoughts are things; how our inner dialogue shapes reality and how we can intentionally cultivate it to get what we want. 

We explore the role of vulnerability among men and unpack practical strategies for mental conditioning, self-talk, visualization, gratitude, and all things designed to foster persistence and personal growth.

Colin shares how intentional practices keep him sharp, resilient, and high-performing, then walks us through his daily routine and Savage 10 approach to physical and mental health.

Takeaways:

– Gratitude is a powerful tool for fostering positivity and resilience

– Daily routines can enhance productivity and mental clarity

– Intentional practices lead to personal growth and fulfillment

– Building a support system is crucial for persistence

 In honor of Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re revisiting a conversation that deserves another listen. One that speaks directly to the invisible battles so many men fight.

Originally recorded with Dr. Justin Moseley also known as The Mindset Doctor: this episode unpacks what happens when a near-death experience becomes the doorway to deeper purpose. Dr. Moseley shares how he went from a high-achieving chiropractor to a transformational speaker and coach helping others unlock their truth. But this isn’t just about career shifts, it’s about mental shifts.

This conversation dives into:

• How to confront the fear of being seen (especially when it comes to speaking up)
• The power of intentional routines (not just about your morning coffee)
• And why affirmations aren’t fluff they’re a lifeline

Whether you’re a man on the edge of burnout or someone who loves one, this episode offers a reminder: mindset isn’t a buzzword, it’s a survival tool. And Dr. Moseley’s story is proof that transformation starts on the inside.

Not just a replay, but a timely reminder to check-in!

Today we sit down with host Brett McDermott for a solo episode on the critical role of self-belief in personal growth, motivation, and overcoming resistance.

Brett breaks down the real reason most of us stall out before we start: resistance. And not the loud kind. The subtle and internal kind that shows up as procrastination, second-guessing, or playing small.

Drawing inspiration from a previous conversation with Scott Clary, Brett explores how belief in yourself can radically change your relationship with action. Because without belief, even the best strategies fall flat.

As always, if you’re a regular listener, you know Brett doesn’t just talk theory, he brings structure. This episode follows his signature 10-step format, designed to keep your mind focused and momentum high.

If you’re new here, get ready for to learn why keeping promises to yourself is more powerful than making them to others, how borrowing belief can be a bridge to confidence, and why doing hard things on purpose transforms your mental resilience.

Takeaways

• Borrowing belief from mentors can help during self-doubt.
• Confidence is built through consistent action and evidence.
• Challenging negative self-talk is crucial for self-identity.
• Doing hard things intentionally strengthens resilience.

• Visualization should include struggles and recovery for effectiveness.
• Tracking progress helps maintain motivation and belief.
• Identity should drive behavior to reinforce self-belief.

What if the key to unlocking your purpose isn’t in the hustle, but in the surrender?

In this episode of The Persistence Playbook, we sit down with world-renowned transformational speaker Kute Blackson for a powerful conversation about what it really means to grow, evolve, and trust the deeper call within.

From his early beginnings in Ghana to becoming a globally recognized voice in personal development, Kute shares how intuition, surrender, and self-awareness shaped his journey and how they can shape yours too. We talk about overcoming fear, embracing stillness, and leaning into the unknown as a pathway to authentic transformation.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your purpose or uncertain about your next step, this episode is a masterclass in trusting life, listening within, and staying true to the quiet wisdom that’s always been with you.

Takeaways

• Fear often prevents us from acknowledging our true selves.
• Creating stillness allows us to listen to our intuition.

• Changing ourselves is key to changing our external circumstances.

• Gratitude can supercharge our intentions and desires.
• Being of service to others can lead to personal fulfillment.

Today we sit down with Brett McDermott, the voice behind Persistence Playbook, to explore 10 powerful affirmations designed to sharpen focus, defeat internal resistance, and help you finally get things done, without waiting for motivation to show up first.

In this solo episode, Brett walks us through affirmations rooted in discipline, action, and clarity. Each one speaks directly to the entrepreneur, the builder, the thinker, and the dreamer who knows their success is waiting on the other side of discomfort. This episode is less about the hype and more about building up that grit muscle; because perfection is a trap, and progress should always be the goal.

Whether you’re navigating burnout, building something from scratch, or simply trying to stay consistent, this episode offers a mindset reset. Into just why your time is your most valuable currency.

When you master the internal game, the results always follow.

Takeaways

• Affirmations can significantly boost productivity and focus.
• Taking action creates momentum and leads to motivation.
• Resistance is a sign of growth and should be embraced.
• Time is a valuable resource that should be protected.
• Clarity comes from taking action, not from overthinking.

Today we sit down with Scott D. Clary, former C-suite executive turned podcast powerhouse with tens of millions of downloads under his belt to talk about what really separates high performers from highlighters.

We unpack the hidden cost of information overload and how even the smartest minds can get stuck in the cycle of constant consumption. We get into the difference between learning and doing, and how simplifying your day might be the key to scaling your life. From managing your energy like capital to designing your schedule for actual creativity.

We explore the flaws in the self-help space, why personal relationships are your greatest leverage point, and how accountability can shift you from trying to executing. There’s a strategy in here for when resistance shows up and a reminder that it’s often not a mindset issue, but a systems one.

If you’ve been feeling like you’re one insight away from making real moves, this might be the one. Not because it tells you what to do, but because it helps you finally do something with what you already know.

Takeaways

• Success is often boring and uncomplicated; it requires hard work and persistence.
• The self-help industry often promotes the idea that you are not enough as you are.
• Understanding your energy levels can significantly impact productivity.
• You should audit your circle and surround yourself with supportive people.
• Creating accountability systems can help overcome resistance to work.

Today we sit down with Chad Foster, the first blind executive to graduate from Harvard Business School’s leadership program, a renowned speaker, and a strategist behind billions in revenue. But his story starts with something most of us take for granted. Sight.

In his early 20s, Chad lost his vision to a genetic condition. What followed wasn’t just a comeback, it was a complete reframing of how to move through the world. In this episode, Chad shares how adversity became his advantage, and how losing his sight gave him a new way to see his potential.

We unpack the emotional weight of accepting his first guide dog, the quiet strength behind gratitude, and how visualization still plays a role in success and the five pillars of resilience needed to accomplish it.

This isn’t about blind optimism it’s about precise, practiced resilience. The kind that helps you adapt in real-time, take small actions that compound over time, and rewrite your own story even when life takes away your blueprint.

Takeaways

• Gratitude is essential for happiness and success.

• Listening with intent is a lost art in today's society.

• Resilience is about adapting quickly to change.
• You choose your response to life's challenges.
• The stories we tell ourselves shape our reality.

• It's important to differentiate between urgent and important tasks.
• Sustainability in work-life is about finding a rhythm.

Today we sit down with host Brett McDermott to explore one of the most quietly persistent challenges we all face...

SELF-DOUBT!

No matter how successful you are or how far along your journey you may be, self-doubt still finds a way in. In this episode, Brett dives deep into why that feeling exists, how it can actually signal growth, and what to do when it starts to hold you back. While reframing it as something you build, through action, consistency, and self-trust.

If you’re new here, expect one of Brett’s signature breakdowns, using his iconic list approach that longtime listeners know delivers clarity, strategy, and action. So if self-doubt’s been creeping in lately, this is your episode.

Takeaways

• Self-doubt is a normal part of the human experience.

• Separate feelings from facts to combat self-doubt.
• Build an evidence bank of your past successes.

• Reframe your inner critic as a challenge to overcome.

• See self-doubt as a sign of growth and progress.