
The John Eades Podcast
Follow My Lead is a podcast created for you, the young professional, millennial, or aspiring leader. If you are looking for tips, tricks, and hacks from experts about leadership, you are in the right place. Through our interviews we transfer struggles, stories, and best practices of today's leaders to the leaders of tomorrow.
Latest episodes

Jun 5, 2024 • 48min
How to Lead a Team with Dr. Will Sparks
"A team is three or more people working together to achieve a common goal." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, Dr. Will Sparks joins the show. His latest book, Actualized Teamwork: Unlocking the Culture Code for Optimal Performance is now available. Interested in improving performance, reducing turnover, and improving leadership skills in your organization, reach out at learnloft.com.

May 22, 2024 • 24min
Desire vs. Dedication: Which is More Important?
“You have to want it, then you have to work for it in order to win it.” - Deion Sanders In the latest episode, John Eades covers: The difference in desire vs. dedication The Disappointment Gap How to increase Desire How to increase dedication You can get the 64-Day Excellence Planner here. You can subscribe on YouTube Here

May 9, 2024 • 51min
High Performance Mentality with Pete Angstadt
"A mediocre team can't suddenly become great on the day of the Superbowl." "Leaders set the culture, culture produces activities and behaviors, and the activities lead to the results." In the latest episode, Pete Angstadt, Chief Revenue Officer at Ping Identity, joins the show. We cover: Accountability High-Performance Mentality Culture Transparency Growth Mindset Command & Control Leadership

Apr 24, 2024 • 22min
Be Aware Of Your Internal Dialogue
Discover the power of your internal dialogue and how it shapes your reality. Uncover the metaphor of the lion raised among sheep to challenge limiting beliefs. Learn why extreme words like 'always' and 'never' can distort your mindset. Embrace the importance of self-awareness and refine your self-talk to unlock potential. Personal anecdotes illustrate how positive dialogue can lead to growth and effective leadership. Tools like the 64-Day Excellence Planner can guide your journey toward self-improvement.

Apr 10, 2024 • 19min
Demand Better Decisions From Yourself
"Great leaders make great decisions and aren’t afraid to make them." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, John covers specific stories and strategies to help demand better decision making from yourself. In the show, he covers five key steps to better decisions: Identify the type of decision Choose Your Character Avoid Either Or as much as possible Combine Logic and Emotion Demand a Deadline Now, if you lead a team, don’t forget the bonus #6. You can get the 64-Day Excellence Planner Here or Check out inspiration items at the Excellence Shop.

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Mar 27, 2024 • 21min
How to Navigate Insecurity and Transfer Belief
Explore the transformative power of self-belief and how it can help others. Journey through personal stories that tackle insecurity and highlight the importance of encouraging those around you. Discover practical strategies for leaders to instill confidence and distinguish self-doubt from professional expertise. Learn how gratitude can enhance team dynamics while lowering the pressures of high standards. The power of belief isn't just personal—it's a collective force that can revolutionize leadership.

Mar 14, 2024 • 17min
The Productivity Equation
In this week's show, John covers a topic that everyone can improve upon; time management. You can get the 64-Day Excellence Planner Here. Use the code "podcast" at checkout to get 20% off of the Wirebound version. The 64-Day Excellence Planner is: The Perfect Size 8x11 Has Big Spaces to Write Easy to Turn Strong and Sturdy It's a perfect planner to improve your focus and performance. A few of the principles and stories John covers in the show includes: The story of the rock, pebbles, sand, and coffee When you are productive, confidence increases. When you procrastinate, insecurity increases. Most people don't have a talent problem; they have a focus problem. Successful people aren't just hard workers; they are quick workers too. Figuring out what is most important and get started on it right away.

Mar 6, 2024 • 22min
The Commitment Continuum with Ryan Webber
"Done is better than perfect." In the latest episode of The John Eades podcast, Ryan Webber CMO of Thomas & Webber. You can now watch the episode on YouTube if you prefer video. Check it out here. You can subscribe to Ryan and Tiffany's Youtube Channel The Real Estate Show on Youtube

Feb 21, 2024 • 20min
The True Measure of a Leader
The podcast discusses the story of 'The Wreck of The Persona' highlighting the character, core values, and mindset of a leader. It explores the significance of building a strong foundation in leadership and the importance of inner character and values in effective leadership.

Feb 7, 2024 • 21min
5 Ways to Be Proactively Responsible
"Leadership is responsibility." In the latest episode of The John Eades Podcast, he covers 5 Ways to Embrace Responsibility in your life. Remember the Ancient Proverb: He who blames others has a long way to go on his journey He who blames himself is halfway there He who blames no one has arrived Get the Leadership Lens newsletter for free
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