What if the real reason your employees are disengaged isn’t pay, perks, or flexibility—but a lack of meaning?In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Barry LaBov, founder of LaBov Marketing and author of The Power of Differentiation, to unpack why differentiation isn’t just a marketing concept—it’s a leadership responsibility.Barry explains why we live in a commodity-driven world where companies look alike, sound alike, and compete on price—and how that sameness quietly erodes employee pride, engagement, and performance.This conversation goes far beyond branding.We explore:• Why meaningful work is the #1 driver of employee engagement• How leaders unintentionally create disengagement by chasing scale too fast• Why “ice cream socials” don’t fix broken cultures• What it means to lead a company like a rock band—letting people become virtuosos at what they do best• Why not everyone wants to be a leader—and why that’s okay• How poor communication creates a “void” employees will fill with fear and rumors• Why many great leaders are deeply misunderstood• The danger of procurement-driven, price-only decision making• Why winning hearts comes before minds—and minds before market shareBarry also shares hard-earned lessons from working with global brands, downsizing his own company intentionally, and walking away from clients who didn’t value ideas—only price.If you’re a corporate executive, people manager, HR leader, training manager, or founder trying to:• Improve engagement• Build pride and accountability• Scale without losing culture• Communicate with clarity during uncertainty…this episode will challenge how you think about leadership.💬 Join the conversation:What’s one way your organization could better differentiate itself internally—not for customers, but for employees? Drop your thoughts in the comments.👍 If this conversation gave you a new perspective, like, subscribe, and share it with another leader who needs to hear it.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 Barry:Wesbite: https://www.barrylabov.com/Company Website: https://www.labov.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-labov-6965241/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barry_labov_author/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

When growth becomes the goal, what gets lost first—people or perspective?Many startup founders and tech leaders feel relentless pressure to scale fast, chase “100x growth,” and deliver short-term wins. But in this preview from an upcoming episode of The Leader’s Mindset, Barry LaBov challenges the assumption that faster growth always leads to better outcomes.In this short preview clip, Barry shares a story about a tech founder under intense pressure to scale—dealing with rejection, broken promises, and stalled momentum. Instead of doubling down on speed and volume, the founder made an unexpected shift: stepping back from growth tactics and reconnecting with people. That decision changed the trajectory of the business in ways most leaders don’t anticipate.This conversation surfaces an important tension many leaders face:How do you balance ambition, investor pressure, and scale—without losing trust, relationships, and long-term sustainability?This is not the full interview. It’s a brief preview from a longer, in-depth conversation that explores leadership, scaling decisions, humility, and the human side of growth.🎧 The full interview releases Thursday.Subscribe to The Leader’s Mindset and return for the complete discussion.💬 Join the conversation:Where have you felt pressure to scale faster than felt right—and how did you handle it?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

The first 30 days of the year decide whether your team builds momentum—or drifts into misalignment.Every January, leaders expect teams to “just get back into it.” But the reality is different. Many employees return burned out, unfocused, or unclear on priorities—and engagement often drops when leadership doesn’t reset direction with intention.In this Leadership TTP video, Jason LeDuc breaks down five practical leadership techniques you can use immediately to help your team hit the ground running—without hype, pressure, or empty slogans.Drawing on real-world leadership experience, Jason explains how strong leaders relaunch their teams after the holidays by focusing on clarity, connection, and momentum instead of overwhelming goal lists.In this video, you’ll learn how to:• Reset the vision so your team reconnects to purpose, mission, and customer impact• Create an early short-term win that builds confidence before long-term OKRs• Reinforce team norms around communication, decision-making, and collaboration• Hold meaningful personal check-ins that surface blockers and build trust• Lead with optimism and direction, not artificial hype or pressureThese techniques are especially valuable for:• Corporate executives leading large teams• People managers navigating post-holiday burnout• HR and training leaders supporting engagement and retention• Startup founders building momentum early in the yearYour team doesn’t need a dramatic reset.They need clear priorities, shared expectations, and forward momentum—and that starts with how you lead right now.💬 Comment below:What’s one small win you’re focusing on with your team this month? Share it in the comments so others can learn from what’s working.🔔 Subscribe for practical leadership tools you can apply all year long—designed for real-world leaders, not theory.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

CES is officially here—and while the world is focused on the show floor, something much bigger is happening behind the scenes in Nevada’s startup ecosystem.In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down what CES Week really signals for founders, investors, and operators—and why Nevada startups are quietly outperforming traditional tech hubs in ways most people still aren’t paying attention to.You’ll hear how:• CES Innovation Award winners are showcasing the future of AI, robotics, digital health, and sustainability• Nevada-based venture funds are outperforming Silicon Valley benchmarks by more than 3x• State-level policies and better valuations are creating real momentum for founders and investors• A Las Vegas-built proptech startup is scaling nationally into clean tech and workforce housing• Local accelerators, pitch events, and investor education programs are shaping the next wave of companiesJason also walks through what’s coming up next across the Southern Nevada ecosystem—from founder programs and pitch events to investor bootcamps and CES-week community meetups.If you’re building a startup, deploying capital, or looking for the next ecosystem with real upside, this episode gives you the context most headlines miss.📍 I’ll be on the ground at CES all week—if you’re a founder, investor, or part of the ecosystem, reach out and let’s connect.💬 Join the ConversationWhat stood out to you most from CES this year—or from what’s happening in Nevada right now?Drop a comment below:• A trend you’re watching• A startup or event we should feature• Or your biggest takeaway from CES WeekI read every comment—and many of them shape future episodes.Let’s grow the Vegas Startup Scene together.Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:CES Website: https://www.ces.tech/StartupNV Website: https://startupnv.disco.co/Workbnb Website: https://workbnbapp.com/Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Zero Labs Website: https://zerolabs.io/AngelNV Website: https://angelnv.com/Yeves Perez Interview on The Leader’s Mindset Part 1: https://youtube.com/live/E4m1L5ql-MoYeves Perez Interview on The Leader’s Mindset Part 2: https://youtube.com/live/FyxJ1GxGo-gWant 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

What if the biggest threat to your organization isn’t AI, market volatility, or restructuring—but a silent breakdown of trust you don’t even see?In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Kim Bohr, President & CEO of Spark Effect, to unpack what today’s leaders are missing about trust, disruption, and sustainable performance.Kim leads human-centered leadership work with boards, CEOs, and executive teams—and the data she shares in this conversation should be a wake-up call for every executive, HR leader, and people manager.We explore:• Why CEO evaluations based only on KPIs are dangerously incomplete• How boards and executives misread performance while trust quietly erodes• What Kim’s organizational trust research reveals about retention, reputation, and revenue• Why local leaders (not the C-suite) carry the greatest trust risk during disruption• The real reason AI isn’t the biggest trust-breaker—poor leadership response is• How leaders accidentally destroy trust through silence, misalignment, and lack of transparency• Practical ways to operationalize trust instead of treating it as a “soft” conceptOne of the most powerful insights from this conversation:Disruption doesn’t destroy trust—how leaders handle disruption does.Whether you’re a CEO, executive, HR professional, or founder navigating AI adoption, return-to-office mandates, restructuring, or rapid growth, this episode will change how you think about leadership inputs—not just outcomes.💬 Join the ConversationWhat’s the biggest trust challenge you’re seeing inside your organization right now—AI, communication, leadership turnover, or something else? Drop a comment below and let’s talk about it.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 Kim:Special listener landing page link: Sparkeffect.com/lmSparkEffect Website Homepage: https://sparkeffect.com/Courage to Advance Podcast: https://sparkeffect.com/sparkeffect-podcast-courage-to-advance/Courage to Advance Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sparkeffect-usLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimbohr/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkeffect_/How to reach Jason LeDuc:Email: [email protected]: https://www.leducleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/

You finished reflecting on your leadership year—now what?Most leaders stop at reflection.They feel motivated…They intend to improve…And then January hits—and nothing actually changes.In this Leadership TTP video, Jason LeDuc shows you how to turn leadership reflection into goals that actually stick, using five science-backed tactics that transform vague intentions into daily leadership behaviors.If you’re a people manager, executive, HR leader, or founder who wants **real improvement—not wishful thinking—**this episode gives you a practical framework you can apply immediately.In this video, you’ll learn:• Why vague goals like “be a better leader” fail—and what to replace them with• How to extract one powerful insight from your self-evaluation and turn it into action• How behavior-based goals outperform outcome-based goals• How “implementation intentions” (If–Then planning) dramatically increase follow-through• Why weekly reflection is a performance accelerator—not a soft skill• How accountability multiplies commitment and consistencyJason walks through real leadership examples, including:✔ Turning “communicate better” into clear, repeatable actions✔ Building habits that survive busy schedules✔ Using reflection as performance data—not self-criticism✔ Creating accountability that strengthens motivation instead of draining itLeadership growth doesn’t happen by accident.It happens by design.💬 Comment below:What is one specific leadership behavior you’re committing to this year?Not a vague goal — A clear action you’ll take consistently.Post it in the comments and let’s build accountability together.If this episode helped you, consider sharing it with a colleague or leader who’s planning for the year ahead.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

Las Vegas isn’t just hosting conferences anymore—it’s building real technology, real companies, and real momentum in AI, startups, and venture capital.In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the most important developments happening across the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem this week—and why founders and investors should be paying attention right now.🚀 Inside this episode:• A major AI infrastructure win for Las Vegas as TensorWave challenges Nvidia’s dominance using AMD GPUs—tripling headcount and scaling toward 100,000 GPUs• What Forbes recognition means for the credibility of Nevada-based AI startups• Why serious AI infrastructure being built locally changes the long-term startup narrative for Las Vegas• An upcoming Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center session on entrepreneurial leadership with longtime ecosystem builder Len Jessup• Why community-driven pitch events like Level Up at CES continue to outperform hype-driven startup scenes• A full rundown of upcoming crypto, Web3, AI, and founder events across Las Vegas• New accelerator, investor education, and defense-focused opportunities founders shouldn’t overlook• A candid conversation on how AI + blockchain are reshaping media, content creation, and production workflowsThis episode isn’t about trends for clicks—it’s about where capital, talent, and opportunity are actually moving in 2026.If you’re a:• Startup founder deciding where to build• Investor looking for early-stage deal flow• Operator navigating AI, crypto, or emerging tech• Entrepreneur trying to plug into a real ecosystem—not noise…this is the update you need.💬 Join the ConversationWhich Vegas startup or ecosystem trend do you think will matter most in 2026—AI infrastructure, founder education, or community-led innovation? Drop your take in the comments.Let’s grow the Vegas Startup Scene together.Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:TensorWave Website: https://tensorwave.com/Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center Website: https://nasdaqcenter.org/Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/StartupNV Website: https://startupnv.disco.co/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Zero Labs Website: https://zerolabs.io/AngelNV Website: https://angelnv.com/Kalik Osborne Interview at Downtown Tech Alley: https://youtube.com/live/Fejz-8KLbLUWant 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

Why do so many talented leaders stall in their careers—even when they’re doing everything “right”?In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Payal Nanjiani, a world-renowned executive coach and award-winning author, to unpack the real reasons leaders get stuck—and what it actually takes to rise to the next level.This conversation goes far beyond surface-level leadership advice.Payal shares powerful, real-world stories from coaching senior leaders—including a VP who nearly walked out of a company… and later became its CFO—to explain why internal barriers, not external politics, are usually what hold leaders back.💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why confidence, ego, and self-awareness matter more than credentials• How to navigate corporate politics without backstabbing or playing dirty• The difference between self-respect and ego—and why confusing them can stall your career• How influential leaders emerge without titles—and how smart executives leverage them• Why communication clarity (not more slides) is what senior leaders care about• How AI is changing leadership—and why inspiration, empathy, and influence matter more than ever• What it really takes to shift from tactical execution to strategic leadershipIf you’re a corporate executive, people manager, HR leader, or founder who feels overlooked, frustrated, or unsure how to move forward without compromising your values—this episode will give you a new lens on leadership, influence, and growth.🎯 Watch the full episode to learn how great leaders rise—by mastering themselves first.💬 Join the ConversationWhat’s the biggest internal challenge you’ve faced as a leader—confidence, communication, or navigating office politics? Drop a comment below and let’s talk.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 Payal:Website: https://www.payalnanjiani.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/payalnanjiani/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/payalnanjiani/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

Most leaders rush into the new year without ever stopping to ask the most important question: What actually worked?As the year comes to a close, your leadership growth doesn’t need to pause—it needs clarity.In this Leadership TTP video, Jason LeDuc walks you through how great leaders reflect at year-end to sharpen decision-making, break reactive habits, and lead with greater intention in the year ahead. End-of-year reflection isn’t “soft”—it’s a proven leadership growth engine that improves performance, self-awareness, and long-term effectiveness Rather than focusing on surface-level wins or beating yourself up over mistakes, this episode introduces five practical reflection tactics leaders can apply immediately—whether you’re a corporate executive, people manager, HR professional, or founder scaling a growing team.In this video, you’ll learn how to:• Reflect on the real impact your leadership had this year• Identify strengths and gaps without self-criticism• Reconnect your daily decisions to your core leadership values• Use trusted feedback to expand self-awareness• Choose one high-impact behavior to intentionally improve next yearThese tactics are designed to help you move beyond resolutions and instead build sustainable leadership habits that drive better outcomes for your team and organization.Leadership isn’t a checklist.It’s a practice of continuous learning—and reflection is where that practice begins.👉 If you want more practical, no-nonsense leadership tools like this, subscribe to the channel for weekly insights on leadership, strategy, and building high-performing teams.💬 Comment below:What’s one insight you learned about yourself as a leader this year—and what’s one behavior you want to improve going forward?If this episode helped you, consider sharing it with a colleague or leader who’s planning for the year ahead.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

Nevada’s startup ecosystem is heating up—and this week proves why founders and investors should be paying close attention.In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the most important developments shaping the Southern Nevada tech and startup landscape as we head into CES week and early 2026. From new venture capital investments to major pitch events, workforce funding, and AI-driven shifts in how businesses get discovered online, this is your fast, strategic briefing on what matters right now.Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:• Why Nevada’s Small Business Capital Program investing in a social gaming startup signals growing momentum for seed-stage founders• How $3.9M in workforce funding tied to lithium, batteries, and advanced energy impacts long-term startup growth• Why CES week is one of the best windows of the year for founders to pitch capital—without leaving Las Vegas• Which pitch competitions, investor events, and community meetups founders should have on their radar• What’s changing in AI-powered search and website indexing—and why many business websites are unknowingly hurting their visibility• Practical insights on simplicity, clarity, and positioning your business so AI understands exactly what you doIf you’re a startup founder, angel investor, or entrepreneur building in or around Nevada—or you simply want a real-world look at how regional startup ecosystems grow—this episode will give you clarity, context, and next steps you can act on immediately.All event links and resources mentioned are included in the episode notes.👉 If you’re serious about startups, tech, investing, or innovation, subscribe to the channel for weekly ecosystem insights you won’t get anywhere else.💬 Join the ConversationWhat’s the biggest opportunity—or challenge—you see for startups heading into CES and 2026? Drop a comment below and let’s compare notes—founders, investors, and operators all welcome.Let’s grow the Vegas Startup Scene together.Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:Battle Born Growth Fund Website: https://nvsmallbiz.org/vc/FanUp Website: https://www.fanup.app/Nevada Tech Hub Website: https://www.unr.edu/tech-hub/Silicon Valley Funding Summit Website: https://siliconvalleyfundingsummit.com/GOED Website: https://goed.nv.gov/Urban Chamber of Commerce Website: https://www.urbanchamber.org/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Startup World Cup: https://www.startupworldcup.io/las-vegasStartupNV Website: https://startupnv.disco.co/Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Tech Vegas Website: https://tech.vegas/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Zero Labs Website: https://zerolabs.io/AngelNV Website: https://angelnv.com/Eric LaCasse Interview at Downtown Tech Alley: https://youtube.com/live/Fejz-8KLbLUWant 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