Military Leadership Lessons for Today’s Leaders: 5 Hard-Earned Truths That Will Transform Your Team
Discover five hard-earned leadership truths from Scott McCarthy’s 24 years in the Canadian Army. Learn how to build trust, foster psychological safety, and lead by example—plus practical tips to transform your team. Tune in and take your leadership to the next level!
The 5 Leadership Limitations Keeping Great Managers Stuck
Leadership isn’t supposed to feel this heavy. Discover the 5 hidden limitations keeping even high-performing managers stuck—and what you can start doing to lead with more clarity, confidence, and trust.
From Any Dumbass Can Do It to Leadership Wisdom | Garry Ridge | Episode 341
Join Scott McCarthy and Garry Ridge in the latest episode of Peak Performance Leadership as they explore the pillars of a friction-free culture, transforming leadership with care, candor, accountability, and responsibility. Discover insightful strategies to create happy, high-performing workplaces where everyone can thrive.
The 5 Leadership Patterns Keeping Great Leaders Stuck
Even the best leaders get stuck. It’s not a skill gap—it’s a hidden leadership pattern running the show. Discover the 5 patterns silently holding leaders back, how to spot your own, and what to do next. Read the full guide and take the free Leadership Pattern Scorecard to break the cycle.
The Future of Work is Flexible: 6 Work Models Leaders Need to Understand Now
Explore the six most relevant flexible work models for today’s teams—and discover a proven leadership framework to help you choose the right one. This article breaks down each model’s pros, cons, and ideal use cases, and includes a free scorecard to guide your decision-making.
Leading the Flex Revolution: How to Choose the Right Work Schedule for Your Team | Scott McCarthy | Episode 340
Discover the six key work arrangements shaping today’s workplace in this episode of Peak Performance Leadership. Explore the pros and cons of compressed work weeks, hybrid remote work, flexible hours, job sharing, ROE, and asynchronous work to lead your team effectively into the future.
Emotional Intelligence Unleashed: Mastering High-Stakes Conversations | Bill Benjamin | Episode 338
Discover the art of navigating the “last 8%” of challenging conversations with Bill Benjamin on Peak Performance Leadership. Explore risk-taking, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence to boost team culture and personal growth. Don’t miss this insightful episode packed with practical strategies for thriving in leadership and life!
Creating a Respectful Workplace Culture: Strategies for Success
Workplace disrespect doesn’t just affect morale—it disrupts productivity, teamwork, and retention. Whether it’s passive-aggressive behavior, disengagement, or outright sabotage, these issues compound over time, creating toxic work environments.
In my latest article, I break down the subtle (but dangerous) ways disrespect manifests in the workplace, why it happens, and 7 actionable strategies leaders can use to build a culture of trust and professionalism.
Ready to shift your workplace culture?
The Hidden Pitfalls of Instinctive Leadership: Why Evidence-Based Decision-Making is Essential
**Why Trusting Your Gut is a Leadership Trap**
“Trust your gut.” It’s advice we hear all the time, but in leadership, relying solely on instinct can be **dangerous.** Cognitive biases, emotional reactions, and outdated mental shortcuts often lead to **poor decisions, wasted resources, and missed opportunities.**
In this article, we uncover:
✔️ The risks of gut-based decision-making
✔️ The hidden biases shaping your leadership choices
✔️ Real-world examples of failures and successes
✔️ A **structured approach** to making smarter, data-driven decisions
If you’re serious about **leading with clarity, confidence, and strategy,** this is a must-read.
**Read the full article now!**
Courage to Influence: Transformative Leadership Tips | Lida Citroen | Episode 336
Join Scott McCarthy and guest Lida Citroen as they explore the new rules of influence in leadership. Discover how to harness personal branding and agility, create inclusivity, and build trust with authenticity. A transformative discussion that redefines how influence can shape effective leadership.