The Leader's Mindset

Welcome to Vegas Startup Scene — your front-row seat to the innovation transforming Southern Nevada into one of America’s fastest-growing tech hubs. 🚀In this episode, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the biggest wins, events, and game-changing announcements from across the Las Vegas startup ecosystem — featuring founders, investors, and creators driving the future of gaming, AI, and tech innovation....

What if the key to becoming a great leader wasn’t knowing all the answers—but asking the right questions? In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Dan Ward, Co-Founder and President of Detroit Labs, a Detroit-based software design and development studio that’s partnered with global brands like Ford, GM, Volkswagen, and Jimmy John’s. From starting a company “boy band...

Let’s be honest — most meetings are painful. They drag on, go off the rails, and leave everyone wondering, “Why was I even here?” But what if your meetings actually sparked collaboration, solved real problems, and made people want to show up? In this Leadership TTP episode, leadership strategist and U.S. Air Force veteran Jason LeDuc, Founder and CEO of Jason LeDuc Leadership Consultants, breaks d...

The Vegas Startup Scene is heating up — and innovation is everywhere 🔥In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc takes you inside the growing Southern Nevada tech ecosystem — where bold founders, investors, and visionaries are transforming ideas into impact. From Battle Born Venture Capital’s latest investment in Coco Coders, teaching kids to code through interactive, project...

What happens to your credibility—and your company—when you stay invisible? In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Marina Byezhanova, CEO of Brand of a Leader, to unpack why personal branding is no longer optional for executives, HR leaders, and entrepreneurs. Marina has helped founders and C-suite leaders around the globe step into the spotlight authentically, and...

When the pressure’s on, do you react—or respond like a true leader? Every leader faces those moments when the room goes quiet, all eyes turn to you, and the stakes couldn’t feel higher. Do you snap, retreat, or make a decision you’ll regret? Or do you stay composed, intentional, and lead with confidence? In this Leadership TTP video, Jason LeDuc, U.S. Air Force veteran and Founder & CEO of Jason L...

Las Vegas is no longer just the entertainment capital of the world—it’s quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing startup hubs in the U.S. In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene rundown, host Jason LeDuc is covering the latest wins, funding opportunities, and events shaping Southern Nevada’s tech ecosystem. Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:✅ AeroAI selected for Bentley Systems’ AI Twin A...

How do you stay grounded when the world feels like it’s spinning out of control? 🌍In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Jordanna Eyre, founder of Spiral Growth Systems and known as the Chief Sorceress of Life and Business. Jordanna shares powerful insights on how leaders can find stability, balance structure and flow, and lead with clarity—even in the midst of c...

Drowning in dashboards? You open your metrics dashboard, and the numbers are everywhere. Some are up, some are down. Your team is asking: “What do we do next?” The pressure to act is real—and too often leaders either freeze, chase the wrong numbers, or ignore the data entirely. The truth? Data isn’t the answer by itself—how you use it is. In this Leadership TTP video, I’ll show you three proven te...

Are you ready to see how Las Vegas is becoming one of the fastest-growing startup hubs in America? 🚀In this week’s episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc takes you inside the latest events, highlights, and opportunities shaping the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem for the week of September 22, 2025. Whether you’re a startup founder, a tech investor, or an entrepreneur looking to expand yo...

What does it really take to scale a startup from an idea into a global success story? 🚀In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Mehmet Gonullu, Founder and Managing Partner of Yassi Ventures and host of The CTO Show Podcast. Mehmet has advised hundreds of founders, helped scale U.S. tech companies into the Middle East, and now mentors startups in Dubai’s fast-growi...

Imagine a workplace where every voice matters, every idea is heard, and every contribution is valued. That’s the kind of culture that creates true loyalty—not just compliance, but genuine commitment from your team. In this episode, Jason LeDuc, U.S. Air Force veteran and Founder & CEO of Jason LeDuc Leadership Consultants, shares three powerful techniques you can implement today to build lasting l...

Las Vegas isn’t just about casinos and nightlife—it’s fast becoming one of the most exciting startup hubs in the U.S. 🚀In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc takes you inside the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem with all the must-know events, founder news, and investor opportunities that are shaping the future of innovation in Vegas.👉 Whether you’re a startup founder, tech investor,...

Are you holding yourself back without even realizing it? In this powerful episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Albert Bramante—talent agent, performance psychologist, and author of Rise Above the Script. Albert has spent decades helping high achievers, entrepreneurs, and creatives break free from the hidden mental traps that sabotage their success.👉 If you’ve ever skip...

Uncover What People Really Need - The Hidden Truth About What Your Team Really NeedsHave you ever walked out of a one-on-one with an employee, colleague, or even a stakeholder thinking, “I still don’t know what they actually need from me”?You’re not alone. Many leaders ask, “How can I help?”—only to get vague, surface-level answers like “I’m fine.” The truth is, most people don’t openly share thei...

What does it really take to build a startup that gets funded in 2025? 🚀In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene, we’re diving deep into the latest wins, events, and lessons from the Southern Nevada tech ecosystem. From new seed funding rounds to global pitch competitions, this episode is packed with insights every founder, investor, and entrepreneur needs to hear.👉 Here’s what you’ll discover in this...

Too many companies say “people are our most important asset”—but treat them like line items on a balance sheet. In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Kyle Smith, Founder & CEO of HRKyle Services, to unpack why most organizations are missing the mark on talent management, recognition, and employee engagement—and how to fix it. Kyle spent 25 years in corporate HR b...

Have you ever been put on the spot in front of your team—eyes locked on you, waiting for answers—and felt your heart race, your words stumble, or your mind go blank? That pressure moment is where leaders are truly tested. The difference between faltering and thriving isn’t about talent—it’s about learning practical techniques that allow you to speak with calm, clarity, and confidence under fire. I...

Vegas Startup Scene September 1st 2025 - Vegas Startups Making Global Waves | TensorWave, DataCurve & Big Events This WeekAre Las Vegas startups ready to take on the world? 🌍This week’s Vegas Startup Scene proves the answer is YES. From groundbreaking AI partnerships in drug discovery to game-changing fan engagement for 550 million soccer fans, innovation is booming right here in Southern Nevada....

What if you could train your resilience like a muscle—and make better decisions under pressure in business and life? In this episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Dr. Andrew Wittman, a U.S. Marine combat veteran, former Capitol Police special agent, State Department contractor, and author of Inner Armor: Perpetual Resilience. Andrew has spent decades leading in the tough...

Fostering a Culture of Innovation - 3 Proven Practices Every Leader Needs💡 Imagine walking into a team meeting where bold ideas bounce off the walls, curiosity turns into action, and every team member feels empowered to innovate. What would that do for your organization’s success? Too many leaders talk about “wanting innovation” but get stuck in fear of failure, rigid processes, or lack of trust....

What does it take to turn a raw idea into a business in just one weekend? 🚀Welcome to Vegas Startup Scene, your weekly rundown of everything happening in the Southern Nevada tech and startup ecosystem. Host Jason LeDuc takes you through big wins, global opportunities, and local events you won’t want to miss.👉 This Week’s Highlights (Aug 25, 2025):• Startup Weekend Success: 5 teams built prototyp...

What does it take to transform pain into purpose—and how can those lessons apply to your business and leadership journey? In this powerful episode of The Leader’s Mindset, host Jason LeDuc sits down with Lawrence Harris, a 19-year-old author, youth empowerment speaker, and entrepreneur who has already impacted countless lives with his message of resilience, self-love, and perseverance. His story p...

Are inefficiencies holding your team back? 🚧If you’ve ever felt like your company is drowning in bottlenecks, wasted effort, or endless red tape, you’re not alone. But here’s the good news: battle-tested military strategies can transform the way your organization runs. In this episode, I reveal three powerful, military-inspired process optimization tactics that corporate executives, HR leaders, t...

Las Vegas is quickly becoming one of the most exciting startup ecosystems in the country—and this week proves why. In this episode of Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc brings you the latest startup news, tech events, and investment updates shaping the Southern Nevada innovation community. 🔑 This Week’s Highlights:Pilula’s Big Win – Vegas-based women’s wellness startup Pilula has landed retail...