Is Frozen II the Unlikely Playbook for Leading Through Change? (Ft Tim Lupinacci)

What does it take to lead a 1,400-person organization while staying grounded, resilient, and connected to what truly matters?

I sit down with Tim Lupinacci, CEO of Baker Donelson, to explore how he balances running one of the largest law firms in the U.S. with personal mental fitness practices, authentic leadership, and a vision for the future.

Tim shares the pivotal moments that shaped his leadership philosophy, how reading and music fueled his early growth, and why he believes mental fitness is a competitive advantage in today’s world. We also dive into how AI is reshaping the legal profession, the concept of micro-resilience, and how leaders can clear the path for others while taking care of themselves.

Don’t miss Tim’s new book Everybody Leads, now available!

 

Show Notes

• 00:00 – Who is Tim Lupinacci? Family, faith, and leadership roots

• 02:00 – Growing up on the move: books, music, and self-discovery

• 05:00 – Building daily reading habits and why they fuel his leadership

• 07:00 – The importance of mental recovery for leaders

• 09:00 – How Tim stumbled into law and found a passion for problem-solving

• 11:00 – A tough lesson: the mistake that sparked his leadership journey

• 14:00 – The internal wrestling before stepping into the CEO role

• 16:00 – Launching "Baker Next" and overcoming early setbacks

• 19:00 – Staying the course through crisis and building team accountability

• 20:00 – The future of law and AI disruption

• 24:00 – Lessons from other industries and trusted advisor principles

• 27:00 – Tim’s core leadership values and Disney-inspired analogies

• 31:00 – Mental fitness on the road: the state of his team in 2025

• 36:00 – Why mental health must be seen as a strategic advantage

• 40:00 – Writing his book and why everyone can lead without a title

• 47:00 – Micro-resilience: the power of small, consistent actions

• 50:00 – Daily journaling and framing each day for success

• 52:00 – Closing reflections on leadership, mental fitness, and impact

 

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