FranklinCovey On Leadership James Patterson and Patrick Leddin: Disrupt Everything—and Win!
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Sep 30, 2025 
Join bestselling author James Patterson, renowned for his record-setting achievements, and Dr. Patrick Leddin, a leadership expert and former professor, as they delve into the concept of disruption. They share insights on resilience in the face of change and the courage needed to embrace it. Hear stories of Patterson's transition from advertising to writing and Leddin's unconventional academic journey. They discuss a framework for positive disruption, the role of AI in literature, and the importance of collaboration in leadership.
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Make Fast First Steps
- James Patterson attributes major career shifts to positive disruptions and deliberately changing direction.
- He emphasizes making a swift first step then sequentially figuring out the next moves.
Garden State Parkway Turning Point
- James Patterson described leaving advertising after realizing he was going the wrong direction on the Garden State Parkway.
- That moment pushed him to pursue writing and change careers entirely.
Follow The Disruptive Loop
- When disruption hits, step back and discern before reacting.
- Then change behaviors, iterate to achieve results, and refine continuously.
