The Lonely Leader

EPISODE THREE LEADERSHIP BOOKS EVERY LEADER SHOULD READ SUMMARY One of the most frequently asked questions that James Rule is asked is “What leadership books do you recommend?” In this episode he profiles his current top five books and the key lessons he has taken from each one.  KEY TAKEAWAYS   Studying high performers provided a wonderful source of knowledge, insight and inspiration. W...

EPISODE ONE WHY WE ARE CALLED THE LONELY LEADER SUMMARY Leadership can be a lonely and isolating experience. In this episode James Rule outlines challenges of leadership and the three core reasons behind the creation of The Lonely Leader brand. KEY TAKEAWAYS   Many leaders operate under the delusion that they are expected to have all the answers. This leads to internalisation of pressure. Lef...

EPISODE TWO WHY LEADERS MUST ADOPT A HOLISTIC VIEW TO CREATE AND SUSTAIN HIGH PERFORMANCE SUMMARY James Rule talks about collapsing with Pneumonia as a wake up call that prompted a total rethink about how to create and crucially sustain high performance without compromising physical or mental health. He talks about the importance of embracing a holistic view of high performance and why that is an...

The Lonely Leader helps existing and aspiring leaders become the best version of themselves. We believe that leadership on the outside begins within. By sharing decades of leadership experience, insights and best practice we can help you sharpen your skills. Our unique and authentic style, drawing upon learnings from success and failure, will ensure you are better prepared to optimise your perform...