The Minimum Standard: Building Habits That Make You a Stronger Leader

Too many executives sacrifice their health in the name of growth — and it’s costing them clarity, confidence, and the ability to lead. Guest + Episode Summary: In this episode of The Next Interview, I sit down with Luke DePron, founder of the Fit Man Project and executive fitness coach. Luke works with high-performing leaders to reclaim energy, build trust in themselves, and design systems that make fitness and leadership sustainable. Meet Luke: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fitmenproject/ Fit Men Project: https://fitmenproject.com/ Tactical Takeaways: Here’s what you’ll learn: • Why most leaders confuse “work/life balance” with priorities — and how to reframe it. • Luke’s Minimum Standard Framework: the simple system that builds habits leaders don’t quit. • How identity shifts (“I’m a fit leader”) unlock performance and resilience across business and life. Timestamps: • 12:08 – The myth of work/life balance for executives • 20:14 – The identity shift that fuels sustainable leadership • 41:22 – How minimum standards drive trust, autonomy, and growth Call to Action: 💬 Drop a comment, ⭐ leave a quick review, and share with a leader who needs this. Every review helps more leaders discover The Next Interview.