
Deep Leadership
“Leadership is a People Business.” That's the philosophy of this leadership podcast from Jon Rennie. It's real-world, actionable advice from Jon as well as his expert guests. As a former Cold War Submarine Officer who spent 22 years leading businesses in Corporate America before starting his own manufacturing business, he knows that leadership matters!
Latest episodes

Jan 18, 2023 • 44min
#0176 – Leader by Accident with Jim Rafferty
Today, I’m joined by Jim Rafferty. Jim is a marketing and communications consultant and Principal of JMRketing, LLC. He is a former radio announcer and program director. Jim helps business leaders communicate better, writing in a conversational and entertaining style. He’s also a former Boy Scout leader, which serves as the catalyst for his book Leader by Accident. In this book, Jim tells the story of how an unexpected volunteer leadership role fueled an even more unexpected journey into entrepreneurship. I’m excited to have him on the show to learn from his unique experiences.Show resources:Leader by Accident bookJMRketingSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 14, 2023 • 44min
#0175 – Primal Storytelling with Tony Butler
Today, I’m joined by Tony Butler. Tony is the founder of the digital marketing agency Can-Do Ideas and the creator of the Primal Storytelling content system. He is a highly regarded expert in brand storytelling and digital marketing. Tony graduated from West Point and the US Army Ranger School. He is a combat veteran and commanded an infantry company in Iraq during the invasion of Baghdad. He is also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blackbelt. I’m excited to have him on the show to talk about the importance of brand storytelling.Show resources:Primal Storytelling: Marketing for Humans bookPrimal Storytelling websiteSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 2023 • 47min
#0174 – Aligning Strategy and Culture with Shani Magosky
Today, I’m joined by Shani Magosky. Shani is the founder of The LeaderShift Project. She is a highly sought-after leadership consultant, executive coach, and best-selling author. She also hosts the LeaderShifter Show podcast, which I was honored to be on. Her vision is to see a world filled with better leaders and companies filled with better cultures. I’m excited to have her on the show to talk about the leader’s role in unifying the business strategy and culture.Show resources:The LeaderShift ProjectThe LeaderShifter Show podcastThe Better Boss Blueprint: Live and Lead with No Regrets bookSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 7, 2023 • 42min
#0173 – Strategic Thought Leadership with Chris McNeil
Today I’m joined by Chris McNeil. Chris is a Strategic Thought Leadership coach and consultant. He is the Founder and CEO of Thaut, Inc. and the host of the Thought Leadership Studio podcast. Chris has been a serial entrepreneur since age 24. He brings both the power of technology and the art of positive persuasion to give his clients clear leadership in their niches. I’m excited to talk to him about the idea of Strategic Thought Leadership.Show resources:Thaut, Inc. websiteThought Leadership Studio podcastSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 31, 2022 • 41min
#0172 – Building Your Personal Brand with Mila Grigg
Today I’m joined by Mila Grigg. Mila is the founder and CEO of MODA, one of the most recognized branding groups in the country. Mila has more than 20 years of experience building personal brands, growing leadership equity, and crafting marketing and social media strategies. Her expertise comes from experience, not an opinion or observation. From executives at Fortune 100s to first-time entrepreneurs and everyone in between, Mila has helped leaders with various backgrounds create, communicate, and profit from their brands. She has a new book out called Forged by Fire: How to Develop an Unstoppable Personal Brand. I’m excited to have her on the show to talk about how to develop an unstoppable personal brand.Show resources:Forged by Fire: How to Develop an Unstoppable Personal BrandMODA websiteSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 24, 2022 • 42min
#0171 – Avoiding Obsolescence with Julie Noonan
Today I’m joined by Julie Noonan. Julie is an Executive Coach, Transformational Change Leader, Speaker, Consultant, and Futurist. She has spent her career working with companies of all sizes, helping people “ride the waves of change.” I’m excited to talk to her about how leaders can avoid obsolescence in an ever-shifting business landscape.Show resources:Julie Noonan's websiteJulie Noonan on LinkedInSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 21, 2022 • 44min
#0170 – Mastering Your Self with Dr. Craig Dowden
Today, I’m joined by a returning guest and friend of the show, Dr. Craig Dowden. You might remember him from Episode 135, where we talked about positive leadership. Craig is an inspiring and thought-provoking executive coach, Forbes author, and keynote speaker. He holds a Doctorate in psychology, with a concentration in business, and is a Certified Positive Psychology Coach. He has a new book out called A Time to Lead: Mastering Your Self . . . So You Can Master Your World. This new book debuted on the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller lists! I’m excited to have Craig back on the show to talk about this new book.Show resources:A Time to Lead: Mastering Your Self . . . So You Can Master Your World bookDr. Craig Dowden's websiteSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 17, 2022 • 47min
#0169 – Leading a Transformation with Steve Blue
Today I’m joined by Steve Blue. Steve is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, an internationally recognized business transformation expert, media contributor, 5x-author, and dynamic keynote speaker. His expertise lies in transforming company cultures through innovation and investments in workforce growth. I’m excited to have him on the show to discuss the leader’s role in business transformation.Show resources:Steve Blue websiteMiller Ingenuity websiteMetamorphosis: From Rust-Belt to High-Tech in a 21st-Century WorldSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 14, 2022 • 46min
#0168 – The Right Leader with Robert Jordan
Today I’m joined by Robert Jordan. Robert is the CEO of InterimExecs, a company that matches top executives with companies around the world. He is the author of Right Leader, Right Time: Discover Your Leadership Style for a Winning Career and Company. In this new book, Robert identifies four unique leadership styles that, when applied to the right role at the right time, will skyrocket success for both the leader and the organization. I’m excited to have him on the show to discuss these styles and how they work.Show resources:Right Leader, Right Time: Discover Your Leadership Style for a Winning Career and CompanyInterimExecsSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 2022 • 45min
#0167 – Beyond Servant Leadership with Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt
Today I’m joined by Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt. Bob has over 40 years of diverse executive leadership experience, including 20 years leading The Boldt Company, a $1 billion construction services and real estate development company. Phil is an award-winning communication and information science professor at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, with over 40 years of experience in university teaching, ground-breaking research, and business consulting. They are the authors of a brand new book called Leading With Care in a Tough World: Beyond Servant Leadership. I’m excited to learn what we need to do to become more caring leaders in the current work environment.Show resources:Leading With Care in a Tough World: Beyond Servant Leadership bookLeading With Care websiteSponsors:Jeremy Clevenger FitnessThe Fraternity of Excellence____Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth FollowingOrder my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear SubmarinerOrder my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth FollowingBecome a leader worth following today with these powerful resources:Subscribe to my leadership newsletterFollow Jon S Rennie on TwitterFollow Jon S Rennie on InstagramFollow Jon S Rennie on YouTubeThe Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices