The Mike Method

In this episode, Mike sits down with Ahna Boley, founding member of Double A Labs — a platform designed to turn passive attendees into active participants. With a decade of experience building companies at the intersection of immersive events and gamified technology, Ahna brings a unique lens to the attention economy. They dive into what it really takes to keep people engaged in a world full of di...

What if your strategic plan is actually holding you back? In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike sits down with leadership advisor and author Kevin Lawrence for a no-nonsense conversation about the often-misunderstood difference between improvement and growth . Kevin brings powerful insight from his decades of coaching CEOs, and he doesn’t shy away from the hard truths — especially the ones lea...

AI is changing everything. The question is—are you ready to lead the change? In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike sits down with futurist, bestselling author, and leadership expert Kian Gohar to unpack what it really takes to thrive in the age of AI. Kian brings bold insight from years of coaching leaders at Fortune 500s, startups, and global institutions. Together, he and Mike explore how th...

What if the systems meant to streamline your business are actually holding it back? In this episode, Mike sits down with Michael Erath for a conversation that blends personal insight with hard-earned business wisdom. Michael’s journey through building and refining business operating systems has led him to a refreshingly human-centered approach—one that prioritizes people over process and embraces...

In this episode of The Mike Method , host Mike Desjardins sits down with Mike Brcic—entrepreneur, adventurer, and founder of Wayfinders—to explore how a one-off mountain bike trip evolved into a global movement helping entrepreneurs reconnect with purpose, community, and themselves. A sought-after speaker and facilitator on the power of human connection, Mike has spent years creating transformativ...

In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike Desjardins is joined by Catherine D’Orazio—Wealth Advisor at CC&L Private Capital—for a timely and eye-opening conversation about one of the biggest financial shifts of our time: the unprecedented transfer of wealth into the hands of women. With 25 years of experience advising families, foundations, and endowments, Catherine brings both deep financial...

This week on The Mike Method , Mike sits down with Chris Taylor, CEO of Actionable and one of the sharpest minds out there when it comes to adult learning and real behavior change. Chris founded Actionable.co in 2008 for the express purpose of helping corporate learners apply what they learned; consistently and measurably. Since then, Chris – and his team at Actionable– have supported the deployme...

In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike sits down with Milam Miller—keynote speaker, executive coach, and the real-life Ted Lasso—to explore the art of healthy charisma and how it’s reshaping leadership in today’s world. Milam spent 15 years in Sports & Entertainment, negotiating over $100M in deals before turning his focus to leadership. Now, through his company Be Confident and Kind , he h...

What would you do if 92% of your business disappeared overnight? In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike sits down with Jeff Duncan, CEO of Ingenuity Live and Meeting Max, to explore what it really takes to turn crisis into opportunity. Jeff is a graduate of the EO Entrepreneur Master’s Program at MIT, holds a leadership role as Past President of the Vancouver Entrepreneur’s Organization, is an...

If you’ve ever wondered why so many men today feel lost, disconnected, or unsure of their place in the world, this episode is for you. Mike Desjardins sits down with Connor Beaton, author, podcast host and founder of ManTalks, for a raw and insightful conversation about what it really means to be a man in today’s society—and why so many are struggling to figure it out. Connor has been working...

In this episode, Mike sits down with Justin McSharry for a real-world conversation about how leadership and change management are evolving inside some of the world's biggest companies. Justin McSharry is the head of Leadership & Professional Development function at GM, where he designs and implements strategies to grow leadership capabilities across all levels of the organization — from front-...

In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike Desjardins sits down with Lisa Dion! Lisa is an international teacher, creator of Synergetic Play Therapy, founder and President of the Synergetic Play Therapy Institute, co-founder of the Synergetic Education Institute, creator of the Business of Therapy and host of the Lessons from the Playroom podcast. She is the author of Aggression in Play T...

We’re so excited to welcome Greg Smith, the Founder and CEO of Thinkific, to the pod today! If you’re curious about where learning, leadership, and community are headed, this episode is for you. Thinkific is the leading platform for creating, marketing, and selling digital learning experiences. Greg is passionate about helping entrepreneurs build businesses around their own passions, knowledge, or...

Mike is sitting down with Adrienne Giffen to dive into the big stuff—personal growth, leadership, creativity, and how we really connect with each other in a screen-heavy world. They chat about those early life experiences that shape us (yes, even high school memories!), the surprisingly personal journey of writing a book, and the magic of a board game designed to spark meaningful conversations. Ad...

In this week's episode, Dr. Sherry Walling and Mike explore the emotional challenges entrepreneurs face, especially around burnout and business transitions. Dr. Sherry Walling is a clinical psychologist, speaker, podcaster, author, and mental health advocate. Her company, ZenFounder , helps entrepreneurs and leaders navigate transition, rapid growth, loss, and any manner of complex human experienc...

In this episode, Taylor Hui shares how she’s built a meaningful career by following her passions and staying rooted in purpose. She talks about launching The Beautiful Foundation, a national charity that creates safe, supportive spaces for young girls and non-binary youth. Taylor is the founder and executive director of the BeaYOUtiful Foundation, The Roster and also a fashion model. Many business...

This week on The Mike Method, Mike and Cameron Herold dive into what makes the relationship between COOs and CEOs so important, especially when it comes to avoiding burnout and keeping a business running smoothly. Cameron is "the COO Whisperer." He is founder of the COO Alliance and the Second in Command podcast. By age thirty-five, Cameron had helped build his first two $100 million companies. By...

This week on The Mike Method, Mike is sitting down with Matt Bertulli to dive into the evolution of his personal brand and how it connects with his businesses. Matt is an active, in-the-weeds founder-CEO for 15+ years. He's also not your typical CEO. He's a category designer. He sold his first company after bootstrapping it to 100+ employees over 10 years. He is presently the co-founder and CEO at...

Personal branding isn’t just about logos and color schemes—it’s about showing up as your authentic self in every interaction. This week Mike is sitting down with Laura Beauparlant to explore the deep connection between personal and business branding, especially for founders looking to build a lasting legacy. Laura is an award-winning speaker, author, founder and creative director of The Lab Creati...

This week Mike sits down with Nogol Madani to dive into the world of psychological safety—what it is, why it matters, and how leaders can cultivate it within their teams. Nogol is a speaker, expert, facilitator, and the founder of Glee Factor, a company focused on transforming the way we work by helping leaders build high-performing, inclusive teams through psychological safety. Nogol has earned t...

Ryan Benn’s journey is one of transformation—both in leadership and in life. In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike sits down with Ryan to explore how he found his way into publishing, the power of community engagement, and how his leadership style has evolved over time. Ryan is a CEO & Group Publisher at Alive Publishing Co. He is also a wanna be chef, family man, outdoor lover & multi...

In this episode of The Mike Method , Mike Desjardins sits down with Nicholas Ning to explore the world of AI and how it’s reshaping the way we live, work, and interact. Nicholas has worked for Fortune 500 companies around the world on multi-billion dollar projects in strategy, finance, design, and marketing is the Ceo of Farpoint, a global AI consulting firm with a focus on workforce transformatio...

Mike Desjardins sits down with Alex Brueckmann to explore the evolution of strategy in business. Alex shares how he once dismissed strategy in business school—until real-world experience showed him its power. Strategy, he explains, isn’t just about planning; it’s about action. And without clear terminology, strong leadership, and cultural alignment, even the best plans can fall apart. Alex is the...

In this inspiring conversation, Mike Desjardins sits down with Praveen Varshney to explore the transformative power of impact investing and the values that drive meaningful change. Praveen shares his journey from traditional business to using entrepreneurship as a force for good, offering insight into how businesses can leave a legacy of positive impact. Praveen has been a principal of Varshney Ca...

This week, Mike is sitting down with Jen Murtagh, the co-founder of Maturn, to chat about the challenges mothers face in the workplace, focusing on the motherhood penalty —the financial and professional disadvantages women often encounter after becoming mothers. Jen shares her personal experiences and her motivation for founding Matern, an organization that supports women through motherhood, menop...