WHEN TO GET ON THE DAMN HELO: HOW HIGH-PERFORMING LEADERS BECOME THE LIABILITY
The most dangerous leadership moment isn’t failure—it’s when you’re still performing but your judgment is slipping. This article breaks down how high-performing leaders become the bottleneck and when to step back before they become the risk.
From Toxic to Thriving: The Leader’s Guide to Healthy Organizations | Scott McCarthy | Episode 365
Discover the five key signs of a toxic organization and their healthy opposites in this Peak Performance Leadership episode. Learn actionable strategies to identify and address workplace toxicity, improve team culture, and lead with integrity—straight from Chief Leadership Officer Scott McCarthy.
5 SIGNS YOUR ORGANIZATION IS TOXIC: THE HEALTHY ANTI-SIGNS GREAT LEADERS PROTECT
Toxic culture rarely announces itself loudly. More often, it begins in silence: the high performer who disengages, the hallway conversation that replaces direct dialogue, the burnout leaders mistake for loyalty. In this article, I break down five warning signs your organization may be drifting into dysfunction and the healthy anti-signs great leaders intentionally protect.
5 Communication Errors That Kill Performance—and How to Fix Them | Episode 364 | Scott McCarthy
Discover the five most common communication errors teams face and how to fix them! In this episode of Peak Performance Leadership, Scott McCarthy breaks down practical strategies for leaders to boost clarity, feedback, and alignment. Lead, don’t boss—tune in and elevate your leadership game today.
The Stories Behind You Don’t Know Sh*t About Leadership | Episode 363
In this special solo episode, Scott McCarthy unveils the behind-the-scenes journey of his new book, shares powerful untold leadership stories, and reminds us that leadership is a constant evolution—none of us ever have it all figured out. Ready to challenge what you know about leadership?
SHARPENING LEADERSHIP JUDGMENT
Most leaders can push through pressure. The real risk is not burnout—it’s the slow erosion of judgment. This article explores how stress distorts decision-making and what leaders can do to protect clarity, perspective, and effectiveness under sustained pressure.
The Leadership Muscle That Atrophies First Under Stress | Episode 361
Under pressure, a leader’s judgment is the first muscle to weaken. In this episode, Scott McCarthy shares how to protect your perspective, make better decisions, and avoid burnout—for you and your team. Reflect, recover, and lead at your best.
INFLUENCING OTHERS: A LEADER’S FIELD GUIDE
Influence is the real currency of leadership. This field guide breaks down how influencing others as a leader works in practice, from building credibility and psychological safety to shaping decisions and culture without leaning on positional authority.
Mastering Influence: Building Strategic Relationships for Leadership Success | Brad Englert | Episode 360
Discover how authentic influence, intentional relationships, and clear communication drive leadership success. Scott McCarthy and Brad Englert dive into strategies on building trust, motivating teams, and navigating challenges with empathy and purpose in this insightful episode of Peak Performance Leadership.
5 Things Great Leaders Do During the Holiday Period
The holiday period exposes leadership. For some organizations, the pace slows. For others, it accelerates. Deadlines don’t disappear, customers still need answers, and systems don’t pause just because the calendar does. At the same time, people are carrying more than usual—family obligations, financial pressure, travel, grief, and fatigue that doesn’t show up on a dashboard. […]