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  • How Great Leaders De-Escalate High Stakes Conflicts – Stop the Fire Before it Starts
    When emotions run high and tension fills the room, average managers react — but great leaders de-escalate.Conflict is inevitable in business, but chaos doesn’t have to be. According to the American Management Association, managers spend between 20–40% of their time dealing with workplace conflict — time that could be spent driving strategy, building trust, and leading teams to perform at their best.In this Leadership TTP video, Jason LeDuc shares three battle-tested techniques that help leaders stay calm under pressure, defuse emotional confrontations, and turn potential crises into opportunities for stronger collaboration and trust.🎯 Here’s what you’ll learn:1) Regulate Yourself First – You can’t bring calm if you’re the one bringing the chaos. Learn how to separate emotion from identity and model composure that sets the tone for your entire team.2) Create a Psychological Safe Zone – Discover how Harvard research on psychological safety shows that when people feel safe to speak openly, conflict turns into problem-solving instead of blame.3) Focus on Interests, Not Positions – Shift from “my way vs. your way” arguments to meaningful conversations that uncover shared goals and real solutions.You’ll also pick up bonus de-escalation tactics you can apply immediately:• Slow down your response instead of matching intensity.• Use phrases like “Help me understand what’s most important to you.”• Debrief after every resolution to learn and grow as a team.• When appropriate, use humor wisely to break tension and reconnect.Whether you’re a corporate executive, HR professional, training manager, or startup founder, this episode gives you actionable strategies to handle conflict like a pro — without losing your composure or credibility.Because remember:Great leaders don’t avoid conflict. They embrace it, master it, and turn it into progress.💬 Let’s talk:What’s the toughest workplace conflict you’ve had to de-escalate recently — and what did you learn from it?Drop your story or insight in the comments below 👇. Your experience could help another leader grow.Onward and Upward! 🚀Ready to Lead With Confidence? Subscribe & Stay Ahead!🎥 Watch, learn, and take action! Don’t miss more cutting-edge leadership training—hit SUBSCRIBE now!🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode packed with leadership insights!📩 Share this video with someone who needs to hear it today!📌 Exclusive Leadership ProgramsWant to take your leadership development to the next level?🔥 Be the Boss You Always Wish You Had (Self-Paced Leadership Training for Tech Managers) → Enroll Now https://www.leducleadership.com/bethebossprogram🏆 Leadership Academy (Corporate Training for Teams) → Learn More https://www.leducleadership.com/leadershipacademy📞 Book a discovery call: https://link.marketingmoneymachine.co/widget/bookings/training-discoveryAbout Jason LeDuc:Jason LeDuc is a seasoned leader and esteemed leadership consultant, drawing from his extensive experience in the U.S. Air Force and beyond. With a passion for empowering individuals to unleash their full potential, Jason is committed to fostering a new generation of visionary leaders. Connect with Jason and embark on a journey of leadership enlightenment today!How to reach Jason LeDuc:Email: [email protected]: https://www.leducleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    4 min
  • Vegas Startup Scene November 10th 2025 - Nevada Startups Are Changing the Game
    What happens when innovation meets the Nevada desert? 🌵In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc takes you inside the explosive growth of the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem — where startups are winning global awards, investors are backing world-changing ideas, and entrepreneurs are building the next generation of technology right here in Las Vegas.💧 Water Tech on the Global StageWe kick off with a huge win for WAVR Technologies, who just took home the top prize at the 2025 SVG Ventures Thrive Global Impact Summit for their breakthrough in atmospheric water harvesting — chosen from over 2,000 applicants worldwide! Discover how their work is putting Nevada innovation on the global map and transforming how we think about sustainable resources.🚀 State Investment in InnovationThe Governor’s Office of Economic Development is doubling down on water tech, investing $1.8 million to expand the WaterStart pilot program — connecting utilities, researchers, and startups to test and commercialize breakthrough technologies in leak detection, cooling efficiency, and water treatment.💡 Founders to Watch: Pilula WellnessFounder Carami Olsen is redefining wellness with her Pilula Pod and Pilula Track App, blending luxury design and smart technology to create a new standard in personal well-being. Now, she’s celebrating her first retail pop-up at the Las Vegas Premium Outlets North and being recognized as a Top Tech Awards honoree in Emerging Technology.✈️ From the Air Force to Aviation StartupsJason sits down with Richard Contreras, founder of an aviation tech startup, to talk about his dual-use innovation built for both civilian and military markets. With a background in the U.S. Air Force, Richard shares how he’s bringing next-gen tools to aircraft maintenance — starting with the private sector and scaling toward defense applications.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:• How Nevada’s startup ecosystem is attracting global attention• Why local founders are building scalable, dual-use technologies• Where to find weekly startup and crypto meetups in Las Vegas• Insights from real founders turning bold ideas into real solutions📅 Upcoming Startup Events:• Crypto Mondays – Weekly at the Vegas Blockchain Center• Fusion 42 Events – Thursdays and Saturdays online• Tech Alley Downtown – Nov 15 at Taverna Costera• Startup Vegas: Level Up – Nov 20 at WeWork Town Square• Girls in Tech + FRC Robotics – Dec 4 • Las Vegas Sports Investing Forum – Dec 11 💬 Join the Conversation:Which Nevada startup inspires you the most right now? Comment below — we’d love to feature your take in next week’s episode!Let’s grow the Vegas Startup Scene together.Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:WAVR Website: https://www.wavrtechnologies.com/WaterStart Website: https://waterstart.com/Pilula Website: https://pilulapod.com/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Tech Vegas Site: https://tech.vegas/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Tech Alley: https://www.techalley.org/Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/My conversation with Richard Contreras on the October Tech Alley Downtown live stream: https://youtube.com/live/JwaNqqiRL_YWant to get your news or event in the rundown? Contact me here:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    8 min
  • The Future of Healthcare is Here – Richard “RJ” Kedziora on The Leader’s Mindset Podcast
    What if the future of healthcare isn’t just about technology—but about empathy?In this powerful episode of The Leader’s Mindset, Jason LeDuc sits down with Richard “RJ” Kedziora, Co-Founder, CEO, and CTO of Estenda Solutions, to explore how AI, data, and human-centered design are transforming the way we care for people.RJ brings over two decades of experience leading projects at the intersection of healthtech, medtech, and AI, helping both startups and major life sciences companies turn data into insight—and insight into better health outcomes. From building FDA-approved digital health products to launching innovative AI systems that detect diabetic retinopathy, his perspective reveals what it truly takes to combine innovation with humanity.This conversation is packed with real-world lessons for corporate executives, people managers, HR leaders, and startup founders who want to lead teams that think boldly, adapt quickly, and build technologies that actually make a difference.💡 What You’ll Learn:• Empathy in Leadership: Why every great tech solution starts with understanding the human experience.• AI in Healthcare: How machine learning and generative AI are revolutionizing diagnostics and patient care.• Data-Driven Innovation: Turning complex data into actionable insights that improve real-world outcomes.• Leading Tech Teams: The difference between managing and leading in an AI-driven organization.• The Future of Work: Why curiosity, collaboration, and balance—not 100-hour weeks—create the most productive teams.🚀 Key Takeaways:• Technology must serve people, not replace them.• AI is only as good as the empathy and curiosity guiding it.• True innovation requires leaders who balance energy, focus, and purpose.• Walking meetings can spark creativity more than another Zoom call.👇 Watch This If You’re:• A corporate executive navigating digital transformation in healthcare or biotech• A training manager or HR leader fostering innovative teams• A startup founder or entrepreneur building AI-powered products• A tech professional looking to align innovation with human well-being🎥 Watch the full interview and learn how to lead with empathy, leverage AI responsibly, and create technology that truly improves lives.💬 Join the Conversation:What’s one way your organization could use AI + empathy to make a real difference? Comment below — we’d love to hear your thoughts!.Onward and Upward! 🚀✅ If you got value from this episode, do these 3 things:1) Like this video – It helps more people find these insights.2) Subscribe – New leadership content every week!3) Share this episode with a leader who needs to hear this!📌 Exclusive Leadership ProgramsWant to take your leadership development to the next level?📖 Take charge of your own leadership development with our online program: https://www.leducleadership.com/bethebossprogramIf you’re a Human Resources or Learning and Development professional and have a bunch of leaders you’d like to get trained, check out our corporate Leadership Academy for Tech Managers program: https://www.leducleadership.com/leadershipacademy📅 Ready to elevate your leadership skills? Book a discovery call: https://link.marketingmoneymachine.co/widget/bookings/training-discoveryLet’s create the leaders your team deserves.How to reach Richard:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjkedziora/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/estendasolutions/How to reach Jason LeDuc:Email: [email protected]: https://www.leducleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    58 min
  • Improve Productivity and Communication With AI – 3 Tactics to Keep From Falling Behind
    Are you leading your team into the future—or being left behind by it?AI isn’t just a tech trend. It’s a leadership accelerator that separates the teams who thrive from those who struggle to keep up. In this Leadership TTP video, Jason LeDuc breaks down how the most effective leaders are using AI to enhance productivity, streamline communication, and build stronger, more resilient teams.According to Microsoft’s 2024 Work Trend Index, 75% of knowledge workers already use generative AI to manage overload—but few use it effectively. This episode will show you how to lead your team responsibly and strategically with AI so that it works for you, not against you.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:1) Automate the Routine, Focus on the Strategic – Discover how tools like ChatGPT, Notion AI, and Microsoft 365 Copilot can handle repetitive work, freeing your team to focus on innovation and high-impact decision-making.2) Use AI to Improve Clarity and Consistency – Learn how to use AI to make your team’s communication more precise, timely, and effective without losing the human touch.3) Lead Ethically with AI – Build trust by establishing ethical boundaries for AI use in your organization, ensuring transparency, fairness, and human oversight in every workflow.📊 Why This Matters:Research shows that early adopters of AI tools save an average of 11 minutes a day per employee—a small number that scales into massive productivity gains over weeks and months. But beyond efficiency, leaders who use AI wisely cultivate trust, clarity, and long-term strategic advantage.🚀 Action Steps You Can Take Today:• Identify one communication-heavy process and test an AI tool that improves it.• Create clear team guidelines for when and how to use AI.• Review AI outputs together to make quality a shared responsibility.• Talk openly about AI’s role—make it part of your leadership culture.The leaders who integrate AI the right way don’t just get faster—they build stronger, smarter, and more connected teams.👥 Who This Episode Is For:Corporate executives • People managers • HR and training professionals • Startup founders • Entrepreneurs seeking to leverage AI for better performance and team alignment💬 Let’s Talk Leadership:How are you using AI to boost productivity and communication in your organization?👉 Drop a comment below and share what’s working (or what’s not) for your team. Jason will reply with ideas to help you implement AI more strategically.Onward and Upward! 🚀Ready to Lead With Confidence? Subscribe & Stay Ahead!🎥 Watch, learn, and take action! Don’t miss more cutting-edge leadership training—hit SUBSCRIBE now!🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode packed with leadership insights!📩 Share this video with someone who needs to hear it today!📌 Exclusive Leadership ProgramsWant to take your leadership development to the next level?🔥 Be the Boss You Always Wish You Had (Self-Paced Leadership Training for Tech Managers) → Enroll Now https://www.leducleadership.com/bethebossprogram🏆 Leadership Academy (Corporate Training for Teams) → Learn More https://www.leducleadership.com/leadershipacademy📞 Book a discovery call: https://link.marketingmoneymachine.co/widget/bookings/training-discoveryAbout Jason LeDuc:Jason LeDuc is a seasoned leader and esteemed leadership consultant, drawing from his extensive experience in the U.S. Air Force and beyond. With a passion for empowering individuals to unleash their full potential, Jason is committed to fostering a new generation of visionary leaders. Connect with Jason and embark on a journey of leadership enlightenment today!How to reach Jason LeDuc:Email: [email protected]: https://www.leducleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    5 min
  • Vegas Startup Scene November 3rd 2025 - Robotics, AI Factories, and a Startup Boom You Need to See
    Vegas Startup Scene November 3rd 2025 - Robotics, AI Factories, and a Startup Boom You Need to SeeLas Vegas isn’t just about bright lights and entertainment anymore — it’s becoming one of America’s fastest-growing innovation hubs. In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest stories shaping the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem and why investors and founders everywhere should be paying attention.From AI-powered robotics inside the T-Mobile Arena to multi-billion-dollar AI data centers and grassroots startup events bringing the community together, this episode shows how Las Vegas is quietly building the infrastructure and community that could define the next decade of American innovation.🔥 In This Episode:• 🏒 Vegas Golden Knights + Richtech Robotics: How this partnership — powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor — makes the Knights one of the first NHL teams to bring AI service robots into the fan experience.• 💡 Switch’s $659M AI Factory Expansion: What founder Rob Roy’s “extreme-density computing” vision means for sustainability, data infrastructure, and the future of AI.• 🧠 BattleBorn Growth’s New Investment: A deep dive into Nevada, the wellness tech startup transforming mental-health accessibility in the workplace.• 🚁 Drone Experience Las Vegas: Where entrepreneurs, educators, and drone enthusiasts are meeting this week to connect and collaborate.• 💬 Global Entrepreneurship Week Spotlight: A conversation with Dave Burlin about how the global event (spanning 180 countries and 40,000+ events) is bringing founders, makers, and veteran entrepreneurs together under the theme “Together We Build.”🌎 Why It Matters:Las Vegas is evolving from a hospitality powerhouse into a technology frontier — and the stories coming out of this city prove that collaboration, innovation, and community are fueling a new kind of startup ecosystem. Whether you’re a founder, investor, or tech professional, this is where the next generation of opportunity is being built.📅 Featured Events Mentioned:• Crypto Mondays @ Vegas Blockchain Center – Weekly networking for Web3 builders.• Fusion42 Pitch & Founder Huddles – Tactical sessions for founders and investors.• Tech Alley Downtown (Nov 15) – The ultimate community showcase for startups.• Girls in Tech x FRC Robotics (Dec 4) – Building the future of STEM leadership.• Vegas Sports & Investing Conference (Dec 11) – Where sports, finance, and innovation collide.💬 Let’s talk:What do you think is the most exciting tech trend in Las Vegas right now — robotics, AI, or the rise of founder-driven community events? Drop a comment below and let’s talk about what’s driving innovation where you live.Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:Richtech Robotics: https://richtechrobotics.com/Switch: https://www.switch.com/Battle Born Growth Fund: https://nvsmallbiz.org/vc/Vegas Drone Meetup: https://vegasdronemeetup.com/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Tech Vegas Site: https://tech.vegas/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Momentum Office Party: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/momentum-office-party-networking-veteran-night-tickets-1779601107819?aff=erelexpmltTech Alley: https://www.techalley.org/Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/Pair of Dice Robotics Team: https://pairofdice.vegas/Tech.Vegas Site: https://tech.vegas/My conversation with Dave Burlin on the October Tech Alley Downtown live stream: https://youtube.com/live/JwaNqqiRL_YWant to get your news or event in the rundown? Contact me here:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    9 min
  • How to Lead with Energy, Clarity, and Purpose – Grace Najean on The Leader’s Mindset Podcast
    What if your success is actually exhausting you?In this powerful episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Grace Najean — founder of The SoulFluence, executive coach, former Tony Robbins Master Coach, and professional pianist — to explore the transformation from stress-driven achievement to aligned influence.Grace has spent over a decade coaching top executives and entrepreneurs around the world to move beyond burnout and find what she calls “achievement with alignment.” Her message is clear: high performance without alignment eventually collapses.If you’ve ever felt drained despite your success, this conversation will change how you lead, think, and live.💡 What You’ll Learn:• The Hidden Cost of Achievement Fatigue: Why so many executives and entrepreneurs feel empty even when they’re “winning.”• The Power of Self-Leadership: How leading yourself first creates clarity, calm, and authentic influence.• 3D–5D Leadership Explained: Grace’s framework for evolving from reactive management to conscious leadership.• Practical Alignment Tools: Simple, neuroscience-backed breathing and visualization techniques you can use in just minutes a day.• Integration vs. Information: Why knowing more doesn’t create change — and how to truly embody what you’ve learned.• Rediscovering Your Own Voice: How to tune out external noise, overcome conditioning, and connect with what really makes you happy.🧘‍♀️ Key Quotes from Grace:“High performance without alignment eventually collapses.”“Achievement fatigue is when success becomes exhausting instead of empowering.”“If you don’t lead yourself, you can’t lead anyone else — you’re just managing.”🌍 About Grace Najean:Grace’s journey spans from the concert halls of Paris to the executive boardrooms of global companies. As the founder of The SoulFluence, she helps high-achieving professionals integrate body, mind, and consciousness to lead with balance and authenticity. She’s trained thousands of leaders through retreats, private coaching, and keynotes — helping them turn inner calm into outward excellence.🧭 About This Episode:Jason and Grace dive into what it really takes to move from surviving to thriving as a leader — from practical morning rituals that take less than 10 minutes to the deeper inner work required to sustain true success. Whether you’re a corporate executive, HR director, entrepreneur, or team leader, this episode will help you break free from overdrive and lead with clarity and purpose.💬 Join the Conversation:What’s one practice you can commit to this week to realign your energy and lead with clarity? Drop your thoughts in the comments!Onward and Upward! 🚀✅ If you got value from this episode, do these 3 things:1) Like this video – It helps more people find these insights.2) Subscribe – New leadership content every week!3) Share this episode with a leader who needs to hear this!📌 Exclusive Leadership ProgramsWant to take your leadership development to the next level?📖 Take charge of your own leadership development with our online program: https://www.leducleadership.com/bethebossprogramIf you’re a Human Resources or Learning and Development professional and have a bunch of leaders you’d like to get trained, check out our corporate Leadership Academy for Tech Managers program: https://www.leducleadership.com/leadershipacademy📅 Ready to elevate your leadership skills? Book a discovery call: https://link.marketingmoneymachine.co/widget/bookings/training-discoveryLet’s create the leaders your team deserves.How to reach Grace:Website: https://www.gracenajean.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracenajean/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracenajeanHow to reach Jason LeDuc:Email: [email protected]: https://www.leducleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    50 min
  • Why You Need to Pay Attention to Cybersecurity – Leadership Lessons Every Executive Must Know
    Would your company survive a cyberattack tomorrow?Most leaders think cybersecurity is an IT issue. But here’s the truth: it’s a leadership issue — and ignoring it could cost you your reputation, your credibility, and millions of dollars.In this episode, Jason LeDuc, Founder and CEO of Jason LeDuc Leadership Consultants, breaks down why cybersecurity can no longer be delegated to the tech team — and how every executive, manager, and entrepreneur must lead from the front when it comes to protecting their business.💡 According to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report (2024), the average breach now costs $4.45 million globally. Yet Gartner found that 88% of boards view cybersecurity as a business risk, while only 12% have a board-level committee dedicated to it. That leadership gap is where the real danger lies.Jason shares three key leadership concepts that every organization must embrace:1. Cybersecurity is a Business Continuity Issue.Ransomware can freeze operations, disrupt supply chains, and damage client trust. It’s not about protecting servers anymore — it’s about protecting your entire enterprise.2. Your Culture Is Your First Line of Defense.Most breaches don’t happen because of hackers — they happen because of human error. Jason explains how leaders can create a culture where cybersecurity awareness becomes everyone’s responsibility.3. You Own the Response.When an incident happens, it won’t be your IT department facing the media or your clients — it’ll be you. Learn why proactive planning and leadership-driven response strategies make all the difference.✅ You’ll Learn:• How to make cybersecurity part of your leadership strategy• How to communicate digital risk to non-technical teams• What practical steps to take to improve your organization’s cyber resilience todayThis video is essential for corporate executives, operations leaders, HR professionals, and startup founders who want to protect their people and their reputation while staying ahead of the threats that define modern business.🎯 Watch this episode to learn how great leaders turn cyber risk into strategic advantage.📣 Comment below: How prepared is your team to respond if a cyber incident happened tomorrow?Onward and Upward! 🚀Ready to Lead With Confidence? Subscribe & Stay Ahead!🎥 Watch, learn, and take action! Don’t miss more cutting-edge leadership training—hit SUBSCRIBE now!🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode packed with leadership insights!📩 Share this video with someone who needs to hear it today!📌 Exclusive Leadership ProgramsWant to take your leadership development to the next level?🔥 Be the Boss You Always Wish You Had (Self-Paced Leadership Training for Tech Managers) → Enroll Now https://www.leducleadership.com/bethebossprogram🏆 Leadership Academy (Corporate Training for Teams) → Learn More https://www.leducleadership.com/leadershipacademy📞 Book a discovery call: https://link.marketingmoneymachine.co/widget/bookings/training-discoveryAbout Jason LeDuc:Jason LeDuc is a seasoned leader and esteemed leadership consultant, drawing from his extensive experience in the U.S. Air Force and beyond. With a passion for empowering individuals to unleash their full potential, Jason is committed to fostering a new generation of visionary leaders. Connect with Jason and embark on a journey of leadership enlightenment today!How to reach Jason LeDuc:Email: [email protected]: https://www.leducleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    4 min
  • Vegas Startup Scene October 27th 2025 - The Future of AI, Wearables & Vegas Innovation
    Vegas is buzzing with innovation — from AI breakthroughs to fintech launches and the next wave of startup growth. In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, Jason LeDuc gives you an inside look at the most exciting developments shaping Southern Nevada’s tech ecosystem.💡 Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:• Henderson Tech Alley turns One! Celebrating a year of innovation, community, and collaboration with Hope Link of Southern Nevada and local founders like Sean Gigremosa (Claritiv) and Joshua Stacey (Big TB).• Zero Labs Cohort 7 applications open: A deep dive into how this launchpad helps startups build fast, learn fast, and scale faster with investor access and mentorship.• Seoul Fintech Demo Day lands in Las Vegas: Meet top Korean fintech startups making their U.S. debut — and learn what that means for global collaboration and investment opportunities in Vegas.• Money 20/20 Week highlights: From stablecoin innovation to Fintech & Tonic networking events at The Venetian and Palazzo, Jason covers the most relevant happenings for founders and investors alike.• Exclusive conversation with an AI innovator working on wearable tech that integrates live captioning and visual interaction. Discover how AI and augmented reality are merging to make technology more human-centered.From AI innovation and fintech disruption to the growing strength of the Las Vegas startup ecosystem, this episode is your go-to source for what’s next in tech.If you’re a startup founder, tech investor, or innovation enthusiast, this video is packed with actionable insights, event updates, and forward-thinking conversations to keep you plugged into the pulse of Vegas tech.💬 Let’s talk:Which new technology or startup trend are you most excited to see shaping the future of Las Vegas? Comment below — your perspective could be featured in next week’s rundown!Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:Tech Alley Website: https://www.techalley.org/Zero Labs Website: https://zerolabs.io/Seoul Fintech Launchpad: https://luma.com/inn1n1odVegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/StartupNV Website: https://startupnv.disco.co/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/Pair of Dice Robotics Team: https://pairofdice.vegas/Tech.Vegas Site: https://tech.vegas/October Tech Alley Downtown live stream: https://youtube.com/live/JwaNqqiRL_YWant to get your news or event in the rundown? Contact me here:Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership
    10 min
  • From Tradition to Tech Founder – Michael Shapiro on The Leader’s Mindset Podcast

    What does it take to transform an ancient tradition into a thriving modern business? In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, I sit down with Michael Shapiro, Founder and CEO of Ketubah.com, one of the very first e-commerce companies in the world.Michael’s journey is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership—a story of how vision, creativity, and grit turned a 2,000-year-old Jewish wedding tradition into a global online brand.💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:• How Michael became an e-commerce pioneer before Shopify, Etsy, or Amazon existed.• The leadership lessons he brought from Procter & Gamble—and how they helped him build a purpose-driven team culture.• Why slow, sustainable growth beats “burn and churn” startup tactics when building a business that lasts.• How tradition and technology can coexist, from ancient art to modern AI personalization tools.• The importance of leading with empathy and inclusion—and how Michael keeps his team inspired and connected in a hybrid workplace.Michael’s story isn’t just about technology—it’s about vision, adaptability, and staying true to your values as a leader. Whether you’re a corporate executive, HR professional, or startup founder, you’ll walk away with actionable insights to grow your business, lead your team, and navigate change with confidence.📚 About Michael Shapiro:Michael is the founder of Ketubah.com, a pioneering online business that revived and modernized the Jewish marriage contract through art, technology, and innovation. He’s also the author of Ketubah Renaissance, a book celebrating the artful modern revival of this ancient tradition.💬 Question for you:What’s one traditional idea or process in your industry that you think could be reinvented through technology? Drop your thoughts in the comments!Watch the full episode now and join the conversation about leadership, innovation, and building great teams.Onward and Upward! 🚀✅ If you got value from this episode, do these 3 things:1) Like this video – It helps more people find these insights.2) Subscribe – New leadership content every week!3) Share this episode with a leader who needs to hear this!📌 Exclusive Leadership ProgramsWant to take your leadership development to the next level?📖 Take charge of your own leadership development with our online program: https://www.leducleadership.com/bethebossprogramIf you’re a Human Resources or Learning and Development professional and have a bunch of leaders you’d like to get trained, check out our corporate Leadership Academy for Tech Managers program: https://www.leducleadership.com/leadershipacademy📅 Ready to elevate your leadership skills? Book a discovery call: https://link.marketingmoneymachine.co/widget/bookings/training-discoveryLet’s create the leaders your team deserves.


    How to reach Michael:Website: https://ketubah.com/Book link: https://jps.org/books/ketubah-renaissance/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-shapiro-ketubah/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ketubahdotcom/Facebook: facebook.com/KetubahPinterest: pinterest.com/ketubahdotcomYouTube: www.youtube.com/ ⁨@Ketubahdotcom⁩ 


    Additional Resources

    Jewish Wedding 101: www.jewishwedding101.com

    Jewish Wedding 101 eBook: https://ketubah.com/jewish-wedding-101-ebook


    How to reach Jason LeDuc:Email: [email protected]: https://www.leducleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership


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  • What Every Leader Needs to Know About Finance – Are You Financially Fluent Enough to Lead?
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The Leader’s Mindset is a leadership strategy podcast for executives, founders, and emerging leaders who want to think clearly, act decisively, and build high-performing teams. Hosted by Jason LeDuc,…