Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes 🌴 221. Burnout-Free Change and Last-Minute Brilliance feat. Brendon Baker ( Weekend Rewind)
Today’s Weekend Rewind is part practical masterclass, part business therapy—and I absolutely loved it.
My guest is Brendon Baker, someone I’ve known for a couple of years through the Alan Weiss community. We’ve collaborated, co-created, voice-noted each other through dilemmas, and today I brought him on the show for a wide-ranging conversation about business growth, facilitation, and how to shift stuck systems without burning people out in the process.
We cover so much ground in this one:
- Brendan’s three big truths about change (spoiler: simplicity > methodology)
- The perception problem with last-minute prep—and why it might be your secret weapon
- His evolving business model and rebrand (you’ll love his honesty around what’s not working anymore)
- A brilliant reminder that workshops shouldn’t be theory-only—they should do the work
We also talk about the power of peer communities, why failure teaches more than wins, and how to deal with bad Amazon reviews and tough workshop feedback. (Brendan’s reframe of “That sucks… okay, moving on” is gold.)
And here’s something I really took away: Brendan’s mindset around focus and progress. He doesn’t waste time decorating the edges—he’s always asking, “What actually needs to shift?” That clarity shines through in the way he teaches, facilitates, writes, and builds his business.
Connect with Brendon:
- Website: Mecro Group
- LinkedIn: Brendon Baker
PS: This conversation pairs well with coffee, a notebook, and a reminder that it’s okay to change your mind (and your brand). Enjoy!
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