The Leaders Lab

This week, my guest Lewis Crompton shares his inspiring journey from religious youth leader to CEO and founder of a community devoted to safe, profitable trading. Despite his young age, Lewis has lived two distinct lives—each driven by his passion for building strong, supportive communities. 

When life’s challenges arose, he pivoted, moving from debt to financial freedom in record time and even leaving his retail job within seven months.

With trading profits, he invested in assets, renovated his home, contributed to charities, and traveled the world. Now, he’s dedicated to helping others achieve financial freedom and a fulfilling life through the same principles that transformed his own.

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Lewis Crompton is on a mission to help 1 million families live with less stress and more fun through financial education and empowerment. He became financially free by trading financial markets, starting over 10 years ago, taught by Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad, and then headhunted to teach for them. 

Lewis is a leading voice in the industry, championing safe, systematic and profitable trading techniques. He created and developed the STARTrading Method which empowers you to trade in under 30 mins per day, generating exceptional monthly returns.

Lewis hosts the STARTrading podcast and is an accomplished speaker having spoken at hundreds of events. He has shared the stage with the likes of Robert Kiyosaki, Kim Kiyosaki, JT Foxx, Wim Hoff, Roxie Nafousi, Nick James, Daniel Priestley and many other household names.

As our thank you for listening to the podcast, Lewis is sharing a masterclass on trading which you can access here for FREE: https://startradingnow.com/the-startrading-masterclass-podcast/


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

In today’s episode, we dive into what happens to businesses in an ever-evolving world shaped by rapid technological changes.

My guest this week is the author of The Phoenix Encounter Method: Lead Like Your Business Is on Fire, a book released during COVID—right when the need for adaptive, resilient leadership became crucial. It’s a conversation that remains just as relevant today, as we explore the mindset leaders need to ensure their organizations don’t just survive but thrive in the face of ongoing challenges and disruptions.

Sameer Hasija is a Professor of Technology and Operations Management at INSEAD. He earned his PhD in Operations Management and MS in Management Science Methods from the Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester and his BTech from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

Sameer’s teaching focuses on using a process lens to understand new levers of innovation. Using a systematic analysis of processes within and across firm boundaries, he emphasizes the role of process-based innovation in creating new business models and/or fresh competitive positioning for existing business models. Sameer conducts workshops for executives on understanding the latest developments in technology and their role in radically disrupting and/or transforming businesses.

Sameer’s current research uses an economics lens to understand the design and management of technology, knowledge, and information-intensive service systems.

Learn more about Sameer and his work here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sameer-hasija-47936b5/


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

This episode will explore how to create the life and career you've always dreamed of, no matter where you are in your journey! To those of you over 50 who may be wondering, 'Is it too late for me to reinvent myself?' The answer is a resounding no, and we’ve got someone joining me on the mic this week to prove it.

We’ll be talking about how to overcome the fear of change, strategies to pivot into new industries, and why it's never too late to create your dream career. Whether you’re thinking about starting something completely new or taking your existing career to the next level, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

In this conversation, we also discuss ageism, a real issue in employment/recruitment that we need to address, and other challenges that mid-career professionals face.

ABOUT OUR GUEST
John Tarnoff is an executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author who helps mid-career professionals land better jobs and build more meaningful and sustainable careers.

Fired 39% during his 35 years as a film producer, studio executive, and tech entrepreneur, he learned how to turn setbacks into successes in a volatile business. He reinvented his own career at 50, earning a master’s degree in counseling psychology to share his career lessons with others going through similar challenges.
Since leaving entertainment in 2010, John has built a global career coaching practice serving both individuals 1:1 and groups.
 
Corporate coaching clients have included Bank of America, Bridgewater Assoc., Levi-Strauss, Softbank, TD Ameritrade, Eastman, and Thrive Global.
His proprietary 3  Elements Careerbuilder Frameworkempowers clients to define their niche value, build a referral community, and use thought leadership to enhance their professional brand and attract the right career opportunities.
Learning this framework empowers clients to never have to search for a job again.

John is a TEDx speaker and the author of the best-selling Boomer Reinvention: How to Create Your Dream Career Over 50. His four LinkedIn Learning courses have reached over 200,000 learners and been translated into 9 languages.

Learn more about John and his work here: https://johntarnoff.com/


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

This week, I’m excited to welcome Gregory Shepard to the mic. 
In this inspiring 45-minute conversation, Greg shares his journey from humble beginnings, shaped by his struggles with neurodivergence and poverty, to becoming a successful entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist.

Despite the obstacles, Greg’s determination led him to build and sell 12 businesses, and today he’s a champion for young entrepreneurs, spreading his philosophy of “Altruistic Capitalism”—the idea that business success and social good can go hand in hand.

Greg’s story of resilience and fearless optimism serves as a powerful example of how anyone can overcome adversity and create meaningful impact. 

Tune in to hear Greg’s insights on navigating life’s challenges, and be inspired to take bold steps in your own leadership journey!

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Gregory Shepard has built and sold 12 businesses in BioTech, TransitTech, AdTech and MarTech. He is a Forbes Book Author and contributor and has been featured or quoted in publications like Fortune, Entrepreneur, The New York Observer, The DEAL and Thrive Global. A recipient of four private equity awards for transactions between $250M to $1B, Greg has appeared on TV, Radio, and popular Podcasts. Greg has also been a TEDX and Keynote speaker at multiple universities and conferences worldwide.

As a founder at BOSS Capital Partners, Greg co-leads a global investment syndicate that focuses on series seed technology businesses that prefer operational expertise and guidance to achieve rewarding, capital-efficient outcomes. Their most recent success story is Delerrok, which was acquired by Cubic Transportation for $48M in just under 3 years of initial investment as a result of implementing Greg’s proprietary BOSS (Business Operating Support System) Methodology and Framework. BOSS–an open-source business operating system formulated by Greg’s 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience and investor expertise–was developed to empower entrepreneurs and increase the overall startup success rate.  

Learn more about Greg and his work here: www.gregoryshepard.com


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

“In order to increase market share, you first have to have mind share. Those two concepts are completely correlated. And to increase your mind share, you need to have a constantly growing brand connectome…”

In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge science of consumer behavior with my guest, Leslie Zane, an award-winning marketer renowned for her expertise in unlocking brand growth.

Leslie reveals how to tap into the power of the instinctive mind—the real driver behind decision-making. It turns out that people don’t make choices with their conscious minds but with their instincts. By understanding the brain’s decision-making process, you can work with human nature to accelerate brand and business growth.

We’ll also dive into game-changing concepts like the Brand Connectome and Growth Triggers, tools designed to help you decode consumer choices and unleash the full potential of your brand.

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Leslie Zane is an award-winning marketer and TEDx speaker. As the Founder and CEO of Triggers, the first brand consulting firm rooted in behavioral science, Leslie champions the primacy of the instinctive mind in brand decisions. 

An alumna of Yale, Harvard Business School, and Bain & Company, Leslie is a recipient of the Congressional Women of Distinction and the Ogilvy Award. She coined the term Covid-stasis, forecasting the pandemic’s lasting psychological and behavioral effects.

Learn more about Leslie and her work here: lesliezane.com


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

On this week’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Andy Ramage, who shares his inspiring journey of breaking free from alcohol dependency and transforming his life.

Andy’s story began as a professional footballer, but after an injury ended his career, he shifted gears to create two successful financial brokerages. Despite his achievements, Andy struggled to say no to alcohol—until one decision changed everything.

After stepping away from alcohol, his entire mindset and life shifted. Now, 10 years later, Andy is one of the world’s top performance coaches, helping others unlock their potential.

Tune in to hear how Andy reclaimed a purpose-driven, fulfilling life and how you can too.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Andy co-founded the OneYearNoBeer movement and recently co-created the Dryy (with two y's) app & alcohol-free community, which collectively have helped hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of middle-lane drinkers, transform their health, work performance and happiness by taking a break from alcohol.

As a coach, Andy is in an elite group trained at the Master's Degree level in coaching psychology and positive psychology and is currently coaching at every level, from everyday heroes to premiership footballers and CEOs.
Andy now trains executive/life coaches on his treble-accredited (ICF, AC, EMCC) diploma in Coaching & Positive Psychology and also specialises in training Alcohol-Free Performance Coaches ™ 

Andy also works with top city firms to design resilience and mental fortitude training for their elite business professionals. In addition to the broader resilience training, Andy also provides 121 performance coaching for top performers. 

Andy is also a founding partner in the Empower Sports Agency, which empowers athletes to become the CEO of their talent, and a lead trainer at the Professional Footballers Association (PFA) Business School.

In the background, Andy is working on a major documentary to create a ‘Game Changers’ style documentary for alcohol-free, due to be released in early 2025.

You can train with Andy or contact him at www.andyramage.com

ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

“8 out of every 10 problems are sourced back to lack of open honest communication. That means 8 out of every 10 problems we’re faced with at work probably could have been fixed if we got that unsaid said.”

In this week’s episode, my special guest reminds us leaders how important it is to get the unsaid said with anyone, including the team that we work with.

In this conversation, we also discuss…
“Performing” teams VS “achieving” teams
Emotional Safety Not Psychological Safety
Essential elements of a consistently high-achieving team
Creating a consistent communication business rhythm
Being powerful and overcoming any situation no matter the circumstances
Leading in times of great ambiguity and change
Innovating daily in any environment
And more!

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Steven Gaffney, CEO of the Steven Gaffney Company, is the leading expert on creating Consistently High Achieving Teams (CHAT)®, the author of Unconditional Power, and a Keynote Speaker on leadership teams.

Steven has helped leaders and teams from Fortune 500 companies, U.S. government and military organizations, and industry giants such as Amazon, Marriott, Lockheed Martin, and American Express.

Guided by scientific and engineering ethos, Steven ventured into entrepreneurship, creating a company committed to resolving human relationships, as well as team and organizational challenges. Today, this engineering-inspired approach stands as th pillar of the Steven Gaffney Company and Steven Gaffney Worldwide, driving their mission of fostering high-achieving organizations and teams.

Steven simplifies the complex. He created the Powerful Culture®, 2-hour and 18-minute StrategyTM, and the course, “The Fish Isn’t Sick...The Water is Dirty” to show the tools leaders can use to have honest, open communication and resolve issues with anyone.

Steven is credited in speeches, seminars, TV and radio appearances, and books, for making immediate and lasting changes in their organizations and personal lives. As a cancer survivor, and as recognition for his
contributions, he received the Celebration of Life Award.

Learn more about Steven and his work here: stevengaffney.com
And visit justbehonest.com for a free assessment!


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

“I define emotional overdraft as subsidizing your business at the cost of your own mental or physical wellbeing… and, spoiler alert - everybody has an emotional overdraft.” - Andy Brown


As a business owner or leader, have you ever felt like the stress and demands of your work are taking a toll on your mental or physical health? If so, you're not alone—and this episode is for you.

In this insightful conversation, my guest, the creator of the concept of "emotional overdraft," breaks down what it really means to subsidize your business at the expense of your well-being. We dive deep into how to recognize when you're in emotional overdraft and, more importantly, how to get out of it and regain emotional balance.

Tune in to learn:
The impact of emotional overdraft on resilience
Common situations where emotional overdraft shows up
Key drivers that lead to emotional debt
Practical strategies for leaders to limit time spent in overdraft
How to transform burnout into a manageable challenge, rather than an inevitable outcome

If you're ready to reclaim your energy and leadership with a clear, balanced mind, don’t miss this episode.

And when you’re done listening to this episode, here’s a FREE Emotional Overdraft Self-Assessment for all our listeners here on The Leaders Lab Podcast: https://emotionaloverdraft.com/self-assesment/

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Andy Brown has over 30 years’ experience as an award-winning adviser and coach for people-based businesses.
He’s also a podcast host and the author of Amazon #1 best seller, ‘The Emotional Overdraft: 10 simple changes for balancing business success and wellbeing’ a book for entrepreneurs, leaders and founders that articulates the often overlooked mental and physical costs of leadership.

Learn more about Andy and his work here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybrownprofile/


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

In this week's episode, my guest opens up about his personal battle with alcohol misuse and how he ultimately regained control—a journey he now shares with others, offering hope and guidance to those facing similar struggles.
Drawing from the lessons learned during his recovery and his business acumen, he founded Oar Health—a telehealth platform designed to support individuals dealing with substance abuse. His story is a testament to the idea that, through resilience and determination, adversity can be transformed into an opportunity to not only reclaim personal power but also to help others do the same.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Jonathan Hunt-Glassman is the CEO and co-founder of Oar Health. Oar Health is a telehealth platform that simplifies access to medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder. Oar has helped more than 35,000 members get started with safe, effective, FDA-approved medication that helps them drink less or quit alcohol all together. Jonathan founded Oar Health after struggling with alcohol misuse for more than 15 years before taking back control over alcohol with help from medication. Before founding Oar, Jonathan held healthcare strategy leadership roles at Humana, Optum and Bain & Company.

Learn more about Jonathan and his work here:
http://www.oarhealth.com/podcast
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhuntglassman/
https://www.facebook.com/OarHealth
https://x.com/OarHealth
https://www.instagram.com/OarHealth/


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 
 
You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

In this week’s episode, let’s talk about the difference between working in, working on, and working above your business - with my guest Bradley Hamner.

He shares how other entrepreneurs & business owners can install the systems, processes, and routines their business needs to grow and scale. The ultimate outcome? A successful business that creates the freedom and flexibility every owner desired from the start.

In this conversation, we also discuss…

• How to go from “Rainmaker” to the “Architect of Your Business”
• How to lead yourself first
• The mindset, skillset & toolset of a visionary entrepreneur
• And so much more!

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Bradley Hamner is a Business Growth Coach, certified Value Builder, creator of The Rainmaker to Architect Assessment, and host of the Above The Business Podcast. 

He started his first business in 2009 with no customers, no leads, and very little cash. After being successful early in his career in sales, Bradley believed that his ability to be the Rainmaker for the business would be enough to grow and scale. That however, proved not to be the case.

From 2009 – 2014 after seemingly working around the clock, with young children at home, endless rescheduled appointments and tee-offs, and hitting an invisible barrier to personal and business growth, he knew something had to change.

Bradley had a stress-related health scare at the age of 34, which greatly changed his perspective. He began to build himself first as a leader, and then he focused on re-structuring his business. He learned how to “architect” the business to work for him, not the other way around. This led him to designing the ultimate operating system for business owners – BlueprintOS. This framework has empowered business owners to move successfully from rainmaker to architect in their business.

Learn more about Bradley and his work here: blueprintos.com/media-kit
And check out this free course today: Blueprintos.com/assets


ABOUT OUR HOST
Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. 

You can learn more about Ken and his team at

theleaderslab.co

Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters:

https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/