ENVISIONING AS A LEADER: HOW TO SEE WHAT OTHERS CAN’T—AND GET THEM TO BUILD IT WITH YOU

Most leaders confuse vision with goals or slogans. Learn how to create a compelling future-state, rally your team behind it, and build traction that lasts.
Future-Proof Your Success: Self-Awareness, AI, and Elite Mentoring | Tony Frost | Episode 348

In this episode, Tony Frost and Janelle McAuley dive into AI’s role in leadership, the importance of self-care, and how leaders can embrace digital transformation while staying human-focused. Discover actionable tips on personal growth, mentorship, and future-proofing your leadership journey.
Six Pillars of Leadership: Integrity, Compassion, and Performance | Jim Carlough | Episode 347

Join Scott McCarthy as he talks with Jim Carlough about the evolution of leadership, Jim’s six pillars of leadership, and the importance of integrity, compassion, and building high-performing teams. Discover actionable strategies to lead with purpose in today’s complex world.
Rethinking Leadership: 7 Modern Values Inspired by the Agile Mindset

What if we led less like dictators and more like designers? We don’t need another checklist of leadership competencies. What we need is a mindset shift. Traditional leadership still clings to outdated models—ones built for factories, not fluid, fast-moving teams. Leaders are expected to have all the answers, to issue instructions, to enforce compliance. But […]
Ownership Over Authority: How Leaders Win by Letting Go | Scott McCarthy | Episode 346

Getting your team to take real ownership can be tough, but it’s key to peak performance and retention. In this episode, Scott McCarthy draws from his military experience to share how a simple coin tradition—and a powerful shift in mindset—can transform your team’s engagement, accountability, and results. Learn actionable strategies to help your team feel invested, empowered, and ready to reach new heights.
Your Workplace Culture Is What You Tolerate

Your workplace culture isn’t defined by posters or mission statements—it’s built by what you tolerate. In this article, discover the three silent behaviors that quietly destroy team performance and learn how to fix them before they take root.
Culture is What You Tolerate: The Three Silent Killers of Team Performance | Episode 345

Discover the three silent killers of team performance and learn how to build a high-performing culture by addressing mediocrity, passive resistance, and poor communication. Scott McCarthy shares practical strategies every leader needs on this episode of Peak Performance Leadership.
The Leadership Bottleneck: How You’re Sabotaging Your Own Growth | Episode 344

Are you the bottleneck holding your team back? In this solo episode, Scott McCarthy reveals how leaders often sabotage their own growth—and how to break the cycle, delegate effectively, and unleash true leadership potential. Don’t let your ego or perfectionism slow your team down!
The Steady Leader’s Playbook: Vision, Discipline, and Team Success | Schuyler Williamson | Episode 343

Former Army officer Schuyler Williamson joins Scott McCarthy to explore practical leadership—from leading yourself with vision and discipline to building steady, resilient teams and organizations. Tune in for real-world strategies on readiness, values, and planning for peak performance in life and business.
5 Military Leadership Lessons That Actually Work

Discover five battle-tested leadership lessons from a senior Canadian Army officer. Learn how to lead with clarity, build trust, own outcomes, and create a culture of growth—no uniform required.