In this solo episode, Sean Patton, host of The No Limit Leadership Podcast, breaks down one of the toughest transitions any leader faces — taking over a new team. Whether you’re stepping into a new role, leading a different department, or inheriting an established group, the first 90 days can define your long-term success.
Sean draws from decades of leadership experience — from the battlefield to the boardroom — and coaching top executives to share:
This episode is packed with practical wisdom, mindset shifts, and field-tested tools for any leader ready to step up and build trust fast.
🧠 Key Takeaways
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🕒 Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome and why taking over a new team matters
04:10 – The 5 biggest mistakes leaders make
22:30 – Step 1: Prepare yourself first
31:00 – Step 2: Information is power
38:00 – Step 3: The one-third rule
46:00 – Step 4: Initial one-on-ones and personalized coaching
53:00 – Step 5: Communicate your vision and leadership philosophy
01:01:00 – Final thoughts: From managing to leading
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🧩 About Sean Patton
Sean Patton is a leadership coach, speaker, and former U.S. Army Special Forces officer. As the founder of No Limit Leadership, he equips individuals and organizations to lead with clarity, character, and courage. His mission: help leaders master self-leadership so they can elevate others.
No Limit Leadership is the go-to podcast for growth-minded executives, middle managers, and team leaders who want more than surface-level leadership advice. Hosted by executive coach and former Special Forces commander Sean Patton, this show dives deep into modern leadership, self-leadership, and the real-world strategies that build high-performing teams. Whether you're focused on leadership development, building a coaching culture, improving leadership communication, or strengthening team accountability, each episode equips you with actionable insights to unlock leadership potential across your organization. From designing onboarding systems that retain talent to asking better questions that drive clarity and impact, No Limit Leadership helps you lead yourself first so you can lead others better. If you're ready to create a culture of ownership, resilience, and results, this leadership podcast is for you.
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