The Coachability Gap: Why Your Career Depends on Learning How Your Leader Actually Leads
True coachability isn’t just about being open to feedback; it’s about the ability to learn from any leader, regardless of their delivery style. Brendan Keegan argues that the fastest-rising professionals stop critiquing their boss’s methods and start adapting to them—whether that means handling a "Direct Challenger" or navigating a "Hands-Off Delegator." By separating your ego from the process and extracting value from every interaction, you transform a leader's style into a career accelerant. Ultimately, the most successful people are those who can grow from any feedback, at any time, on any terms.
Henrik Werdelin on Why AI Changes Everything for Entrepreneurs
In this forward-thinking conversation, Bark co-founder and author Henrik Werdelin joins Brendan P. Keegan to dismantle the myths of modern entrepreneurship. Drawing from his influential career at MTV and his success building global brands, Werdelin explains why the most successful ventures begin with a deep understanding of the customer rather than a product concept. As the author of Me, My Customer, and AI, he provides a timely look at how artificial intelligence is lowering the barrier for millions of new creators and why "relationship capital" has become a leader's most valuable edge. From the creative power of identifying what "sucks" in a market to the necessity of embracing exploration and failure, this episode is an essential blueprint for anyone looking to build something meaningful in an era of rapid technological change.
Secrets From a Million Dollar Mindset!
In this high-energy episode, luxury real estate mogul and author John Gafford joins Brendan P. Keegan to discuss the "radical responsibility" required to stop drifting and start winning. Gafford shares the incredible story of his journey from a life-changing stint on The Apprentice to building Simply Vegas into one of Nevada’s premier brokerages. Together, they break down the essential components of a purposeful life: the power of a one-page plan, the necessity of radical honesty, and why resilience will always outweigh credentials. If you are ready to regain control of your trajectory and move from stagnation to momentum, this conversation provides the blueprint to lead yourself and your business with intentionality.
Margaret C. Andrews on How to Lead Yourself Before You Lead Others Why Fearless Leaders Outperform
In this insightful episode, leadership expert and Harvard instructor Margaret C. Andrews joins Brendan P. Keegan to explore the foundational principles of her book, Manage Yourself to Lead Others. Drawing from her journey through Deloitte, MIT, and Harvard, Andrews discusses the pivotal "aha" moment that shifted her focus toward self-awareness and the six guiding questions every leader must ask. From balancing empathy with accountability to navigating generational shifts in the workplace, this conversation offers a masterclass in how behaviors—not just intentions—define your impact. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this discussion provides the practical tools needed to lead with greater clarity, compassion, and credibility.
Why Fearless Leaders Outperform
In this powerful episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Brendan P. Keegan breaks down what it truly means to lead fearlessly. Drawing from 25+ years as a CEO, a bestselling author, and a mission-driven entrepreneur, Brendan reveals how courage, clarity, and culture fuel exceptional performance. He shares lessons from business, motorsports, and his own leadership journey—offering actionable insights to help leaders unlock their potential and inspire others to rise with them.
Fearless Leadership That Transforms Industries
Join Brendan P. Keegan on The Sparking Entrepreneur Show as he shares the strategies behind scaling companies by 750%, raising $10B+ in capital, and redefining what’s possible across fleet, finance, motorsports, and beyond.
The Great Busyness Delusion: Confusing Motion with Movement
In a culture that treats exhaustion as a "designer accessory," many leaders have fallen into the trap of confusing frantic activity with genuine achievement. Brendan Keegan argues that we are living through a "great busyness delusion," where packed calendars and overflowing inboxes create a theater of productivity that lacks actual value. To break free from this cycle, Keegan suggests shifting from "busy" to "productive" by replacing multitasking with intentional tasking and ruthlessly prioritizing the three most important goals each day. By questioning the necessity of every meeting and streamlining digital "small talk," leaders can stop simply going through the motions and start focusing on the high-priority projects and goal execution that actually move the needle.
A Generation X guide to retirement planning
Brendan P. Keegan offers Generation X a practical blueprint for retirement, urging readers to learn from the mistakes of the baby boomers. He stresses that retirement is a financial condition, not an age, and emphasizes disciplined saving, expense tracking, and maximizing tax-advantaged accounts to build a secure future.
The Inconvenient Truth About Warriors: Why We Only Love Them When We Need Them
In The Inconvenient Truth About Warriors, Brendan Keegan explores the paradox of “warriors” in business—the compliance officers, security experts, and cautious leaders who are often dismissed as pessimists until crisis strikes. Through personal stories and vivid examples, he reveals how these professionals safeguard organizations from unseen risks, even when their vigilance feels inconvenient or costly. Keegan challenges leaders to value these voices before disaster hits, recognizing that the friction they create is often what prevents catastrophe. True leadership, he argues, means appreciating the warriors in times of calm, not just celebrating them when the enemy is at the gates.

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