The Manager's Mic With Paul Leon

In this episode of The Manager's Mic, I sit down with Mike Durnin, DMin, a leadership expert and former football coach, to uncover the secrets of leadership. Together, we break down his unique "Handful of L's" framework and the "1 and 0" concept to help navigate leadership development without losing an identity. We also discuss the Chris Norton Foundation, which emerged from a tragic moment during an Ame...

Paul Leon interviews Curtis Sprouse, a seasoned expert in health care, entrepreneurship, and CEO of Eureka Connect. Curtis shares insights on understanding behavioral profiles and the challenges of identifying key drivers in his industry. Pulling on his experience from healthcare technology, we discuss factors that influence team behavior and the importance of teaching rather than managing.

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In this conversation, Christopher Carter shares his extensive experience in technology, particularly in SAP and AI. He discusses his journey from early computing to becoming a thought leader in AI and entrepreneurship. The conversation covers the evolution of technology, the importance of nurturing human skills in the age of AI, practical applications of AI in business, and the investment required for successful AI integration. Chr...

Anya Cheng is the Founder and CEO of Taelor, a leading men's clothing subscription service that provides personal styling and curated rentals, powered by AI.

A Girls in Tech 40 Under 40 honoree, she previously led eCommerce and digital innovation teams at Meta, eBay, Target, and McDonald's. Taelor’s mission is to help people dress up to achieve their goals, whether it is for a job interview, date night, or big presentation—...

Paul Leon shares the life lessons to have a success mindset when pursuing an MBA. The finish line in sight, April of 2026 is graduation, steal my life lessons toward better goal setting and stronger mental strength.

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Chapters

00:00 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Education

06:36 Confronting Fear and Emotional Challenges

15:08 Navigating Shame and Personal Growth

24:46 Understanding Shame vs. Guidanc...

Paul Leon talks with Scott Trumpolt, a Managing Director and Principal Consultant, who shares his extensive expertise in human resources, salary structure, and workplace culture. Discover how companies develop effective employee compensation strategies and incentives that turn pay transparency into growth opportunities.

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Takeaways

✅ Why compensation has been treated as "hush hus...

When you do a master's in business administration, nobody tells you about the real challenges. I went from college dropout to impacting $100M+ in revenue, then decided to get my MBA. Here's what 75% of the program actually taught me about why you should (or shouldn't) get an MBA, and whether it really matters for your career. Does an MBA matter when you already have real-world wins? In this video, I break down the unfiltered MBA ex...

Are you struggling with how to lead a team by being too much of a servant leader? This video provides a plan to adjust your leadership skills and build a stronger, more effective team with these new manager tips. Paul Leon leverages his career history in coaching and motivating employees to strengthen personal development and power up the leadership style needed to win.
Chapters

00:00 Introduction 

00:27 Phase 1

04:33 Phase 2

06:06...

Meet Kevin Hubschmann, a comedian and entrepreneur behind laugh.Inc., who masterfully blends humor into the corporate entertainment space. We explore how improv tips and stand-up comedy enhance office culture, comedy, and how funny is a powerful tool to improve company culture. Learn how Kevin brings the funny to increase closing ratios.

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In this podcast, Paul Leon, a sales trainer, offers five essential lessons to navigate and overcome a toxic situation. He shares his personal journey through an intensely challenging, professional, toxic work environment that necessitated extensive therapy for recovery. Paul is a strong advocate for positive people management and fostering a psychologically safe workplace, emphasizing that understanding of how to deal with toxic pe...

In this conversation, Diana Fritz shares her inspiring journey of resilience through adversity, particularly her battle with cancer. She discusses the importance of mindset, the lessons learned in parenting, and how to create a culture of justified complaints in the workplace. Diana emphasizes the significance of gratitude and the impact of relationships, both personal and professional, in navigating life's challenges. Her stor...

Welcome to The Manager’s Mic, hosted by Paul Leon, a corporate trainer, MBA candidate, and selling strategist. I was a former college dropout who has now trained over 2,000 professionals, which has led to influencing $100M in revenue.

This podcast will train you to become a manager who creates rapport in the workplace. Gain real-world leadership insights, communication skill strategies, and lessons from the trenches to improve your ...

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In this episode of the Managers Mic podcast, host Paul Leon speaks with executive coach Ken Sher about his extensive career in sales and leadership, the importance of trust in building relationships, and the lessons learned from his time at Johnson & Johnson. They discuss the challenges of career advancement, the impact of layoffs, and the role of loyalty in the workplace. Ken shares insights from his book, 'Wha...

In this episode, Reed Hansen shares his journey to becoming a Chief Growth Officer. Reed's humble journey to where he is now began with working in landscaping alongside his dad. Together, we discussed resilience, people skills, and the significance of authentic content marketing. All while reflecting on the legacy he wishes to leave for his family and the impact he hopes to have on them.

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Traditional behavioral assessments feel outdated. In this episode, Wei Houng, co-founder of HumanOp, shares a modern people analytics approach that enhances team fit, reduces workplace toxicity, and boosts performance by respecting individual differences and providing HR/People Ops with real compatibility data to reorganize teams effectively.

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Takeaways

• Human opti...

Daren Fields discusses the transformative impact of AI on the sales process. Sharing insights from his book, The Apex 8 methodology. Daren addresses common hesitations sales managers have with AI. The significance of choosing secure AI tools and the concept of 'dark AI.' He also highlights the importance of prototyping and debriefing in sales processes. Advocating for a culture of continuous learning in the face of technolo...

Albert Bramante, Ph.D, shares his expertise on overcoming imposter syndrome, since there is a phenomenon where individuals are hurting their mental health, which is self-sabotaging to their personal growth. If obtaining more confidence is the goal, by overcoming imposter syndrome, then this video was made for you!

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Chapters 

0:00 Understanding Imposter Syndr...

I sit down with Chip Higgins, founder of The Bizzics Way and author of The Bizzics Way: Powering Your Small Business to Maximum Momentum, to explore the transformative power of momentum and leadership in the business world. Discover how Chip's insights will help you turn your side hustle into a thriving one. We delve into the principles of energy, intention, and the physics of business growth, offering practical advice for entr...