Merv Jersak
Lead With Purpose
Most organizations don’t fail because of bad strategy, weak technology, or poor processes. They fail because leadership breaks down in the human moments of execution. The Lead With Purpose Podcast, hosted by leadership consultant and former IT project executive Merv Jersak, explores the real disciplines that determine whether teams struggle under pressure or perform with clarity and cohesion. After four decades working inside complex organizations, Merv saw the same pattern repeated everywhere: high-performing producers promoted into leadership roles but rarely trained in the skills required t...
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Merv Jersak
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Latest episode
Oct 13, 2026
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Episodes
Michael Silvers: One Team, One Family – Leadership That Serves 10.03.2026 31:21
For Your Leadership Toolkit every individual has a story that can impact others building a unified team requires clear communication of the mission collaboration is essential for effective leadership AI is transforming industries, but the human element remains crucial invisible leadership qualities often define great leaders high-performing leaders prioritize reflection and continuous improvement...
Norm Hull: Building Leaders Before the World Sees Them 03.03.2026 30:10
For Your Leadership Toolkit positive feedback and a nurturing environment are crucial for developing leadership skills facilitation skills are essential for effective leadership and teamwork communication skills are vital in both personal and professional settings young leaders often fear failure due to social media exposure mentorship plays a significant role in building confidence in young leade...
Jimmy Owens: What a Heart Transplant Taught Me 24.02.2026 22:56
For Your Leadership Toolkit you have to be serious about your goals success is peace of mind from doing your best life is about the journey, not just the destination inspiration is crucial for self-motivation you must believe in yourself for others to believe in you never give up on anyone you lead taking care of yourself is essential to help others leadership lessons from sports apply to all area...
Gina St. George: Fix the System. Free the Team. 17.02.2026 30:29
For Your Leadership Toolkit: a leader's role is to remove obstacles for their team listening to those closest to the work is crucial processes often need improvement, not the people leadership requires understanding the challenges faced by teams small businesses need effective systems to thrive transitioning to consulting requires adaptability and resourcefulness leadership is about building syste...
Sharla Frost: Power at the Table - Leadership Lessons from the Courtroom 10.02.2026 44:18
For Your Leadership Toolkit leadership requires courage and the willingness to stand alone mentorship can significantly shape one's career path preparation is essential for effective decision-making integrity and ethics are crucial leadership traits creativity is a key differentiator in successful leadership storytelling is a powerful tool for persuasion transitioning careers requires thoughtful p...
Ken Rochon: Stop Chasing Visibility. Start Amplifying Others. 03.02.2026 24:23
For Your Leadership Toolkit every leader should be able to tell their story storytelling is a powerful tool for inspiring others optimism can be a strategic advantage in leadership a leader's role is to serve others and amplify their goodness integrity and initiative are foundational to effective leadership leaders should aim to create more leaders emotional intelligence is crucial in leadership a...
Larry Broughton: From Special Forces to the C-Suite - Why Leadership Isn’t Optional 27.01.2026 39:40
For Your Leadership Toolkit: leadership is about taking action aggressively earned leadership is tested in real-life situations key elements of leadership include motivation, integrity, tenacity, courage, and humility (MITCH) many leaders lack training in effective leadership skills choosing the hard right over the easy wrong is crucial clarity in communication is essential for effective leadershi...
Jeff Ross: The Caffeinated Kangaroo Approach to Leadership 20.01.2026 26:09
For Your Leadership Toolkit: first earn to lead yourself develop resilience; endure setbacks, adapt, and keep moving forward lean into emotional intelligence, first with self-awareness, then outwardly with empathy practice love andcompassion, showing respect, patience, forgiveness, and care for others have the mindset of a values-driven leader, with decisions guided by clear principles, not conven...
Debbie Allen: Leadership Without a Safety Net 16.01.2026 35:14
For Your Leadership Toolkit: taking risks is a fundamental aspect of entrepreneurial leadership the importance of mentorship in achieving success success can be easier with the right mindset and guidance effective communication is crucial for inspiring teams and leading effectively leaders should focus on creating a legacy and making a difference in the world over-communication is better than unde...
Dave Sanderson: Miracle on the Hudson 08.01.2026 39:31
For Your Leadership Toolkit: in moments of crisis, clarity about personal values often emerges teamwork is essential in crisis situations; everyone must work together leadership manifests without formal titles in critical moments panic can hinder action; urgency drives necessary responses situational awareness is crucial for effective leadership past experiences can prepare you for future challeng...
Craig Duswalt: From Guns N’ Roses To Rockstar Leadership 04.01.2026 37:35
For Your Leadership Toolkit: leadership can be shaped by unconventional experiences high-pressure environments teach valuable leadership lessons open communication is essential in both personal and professional relationships experience is the best teacher for aspiring leaders creativity and innovation are crucial for effective leadership discipline and daily habits are key to success effective lea...
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