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Deep Leadership

Jon S. Rennie
Leadership
Leadership Development
Employee Engagement
Executive Coaching
Trust
Entrepreneurship
Resilience
Emotional Intelligence
Strategy
Artificial Intelligence
Performance Science
Self-Awareness
Character Development
Empathy
Communication
Innovation
Middle Management
Team Collaboration
Personal Development
Military Leadership

“Leadership is a People Business.” That's the philosophy of this leadership podcast from Jon Rennie. It's real-world, actionable advice from Jon as well as his expert guests. As a former Cold War Submarine Officer who spent 22 years leading businesses in Corporate America before starting his own manufacturing business, he knows that leadership matters!

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Latest Episodes

What if the biggest problem in our public schools isn't the teachers, but the leadership systems we've built around them?

Teachers are overwhelmed. Principals are stretched thin. New initiatives, policies, and reporting requirements keep piling up. ... more

Why Running From Fear Makes Everything Worse.

What do you do when a wild lion charges straight at you? Your natural instinct is to run. But running might be the worst decision you could make. And as it turns out, the same lesson applies to leadershi... more

Leadership isn't about you. It's about the people you lead.

Too many leaders focus on delivering their message, sharing their vision, and telling people what to do. But what if the secret to effective leadership isn't about what you say, but how you... more

What if the second half of your life could actually be better than the first?

In this episode of Deep Leadership, I sit down with Dr. Kenneth Ro, a double board-certified physician with more than 35 years of experience on the front lines of medicine... more

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Whorton
President of the Holdsworth Center, Rhodes Scholar, and author of A New School Leadership Architecture.
Holdsworth Center
Episode: #0460 – Why Our Schools Have a Leadership Problem with Dr. Lindsay Whorton
David Gerber
Mental performance coach for professional athletes and executives, TEDx speaker and author of The Lion Is You
Novus Global
Episode: #0459 – Why Running From Fear Makes Everything Worse with David Gerber
Bob Rogers
Founder of BRC Imagination Arts and author of Deep Story
BRC Imagination Arts
Episode: #0458 – Stop Making Leadership About You with Bob Rogers
Dr. Kenneth Ro
Founder of Back in the Game Men; physician with 35+ years of experience
Back in the Game Men / Prime (book)
Episode: #0457 – Why Successful Men Struggle in the Second Half of Life with Dr. Kenneth Ro
Meridith Elliott Powell
Hall of Fame Speaker, award-winning author, former C-suite executive
Valuespeaker.com / Valuespeaker
Episode: #0456 – Stop Trying to Manage Uncertainty. Use It. With Meridith Elliott Powell
Stephen Baer
Serial entrepreneur, investor, and author of Stickology
Author of Stickology; former GE and Atari executive
Episode: #0455 – How to Build a Great Team in a Mediocre Company with Stephen Baer
Steve Moby Leitch
Amazon bestselling author, endurance athlete and leadership coach
Self/Stevemobyleitch.net
Episode: #0454 – You Can’t Lead Others Until You Lead Yourself with Steve “Moby” Leitch
Charlie Curson
Founder of Mandarin and author of Be More Strategic
Mandarin; Be More Strategic
Episode: #0453 – Stop Planning. Start Thinking Strategically with Charlie Curson
Joe Sandin
Founder and CEO of Onsharp, software entrepreneur who built the company from college dorm room over 26 years
Onsharp
Episode: #0452 – Why Your Business Should Run Better Without You with Joe Sandin

Host

Jon Rennie
Host of Deep Leadership

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • FABULOUS Podcast!

    Insightful, practical wisdom on Jon’s Podcast. Deep Leadership stands out as a top podcast for anyone who is serious about becoming a better leader. Jon brings clarity, humility and real-world experience for him and his guests. (I was a guest). I had a great experience as a guest, and how I am a big fan and don’t miss an episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill Schulman
    United States10 months ago
  • Leading with Head and Heart

    Jon Rennie has built something remarkable with Deep Leadership. Every episode is grounded, authentic, and actionable. Episode 400 was a true celebration and full of takeaways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CaliCosimo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dynamic Conversations

    Jon does a great job of asking thoughtful questions and engages well with the guests. You can learn a lot about the nuances of leadership on his podcast. I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AngelaL50
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic conversations with valuable take-aways

    Jon Rennie does a masterful job of selecting interesting guests who share valuable insights and tactics to help you grow as a leader!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TSGlaze
    United Statesa year ago
  • Actionable advice, every episode!

    Jon does a great job bringing on amazing guests with diverse leadership experiences and delivering practical, actionable advice. I appreciate how his clear, concise questions make the content easy to understand and apply. Every episode leaves me inspired and better equipped to lead. I highly recommend Deep Leadership Podcast for leaders of all levels!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DPL -20
    United States2 years ago

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#0459 – Why Running From Fear Makes Everything Worse with David Gerber
Q: Where's the connection you make?
Gerber connects lion tracking with presence: scanning the environment and noticing small details trains people to slow down, attend to what is happening and make better-informed decisions. He also argues that leaders should value who they become on the way to their goals, not only the achievement itself.
#0459 – Why Running From Fear Makes Everything Worse with David Gerber
Q: Tell us about that experience and how did that change you? How did that impact you?
Gerber explains that a lion charge happens when tracking wild lions on foot. Running can trigger pursuit, while standing ground and staying calm can communicate that the humans are not prey and give the lion space to stop. The encounters taught him about regulating fear and remaining present under pressure.
#0460 – Why Our Schools Have a Leadership Problem with Dr. Lindsay Whorton
Q: So one of the things is you talk about, and I'm just interested in your perspectives, this tension between allowing autonomy and allowing great teachers to teach well, and then this idea of accountability and consistency.
Whorton recommends first making the vision, expectations, and intended outcomes clear, then giving teachers autonomy in how they achieve them. Principals should monitor progress, provide coaching, and hold the team accountable to outcomes in a trust-based rather than punitive way.
#0460 – Why Our Schools Have a Leadership Problem with Dr. Lindsay Whorton
Q: So you've spent many years in working with superintendents and school system leaders. Now, what do you think is fundamentally misunderstood about what leadership really is?
Whorton says leadership is an action that helps others do their best and move toward a shared goal, not merely a position. She adds that schools are organizations that can learn from other sectors while recognizing their distinct responsibilities.
#0458 – Stop Making Leadership About You with Bob Rogers
Q: How do we spend that time finding the deep story, and how do we do this in leadership?
Rogers advises leaders to start with the audience's heart, define the difference they want to see in people, and find an authentic emotional connection between the audience and the mission. Leaders should help people connect with a purpose that already matters to them instead of imposing a message or starting with presentation methods.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deep Leadership

What is Deep Leadership about and what kind of topics does it cover?

High-signal leadership discussions with practical frameworks and real-world examples. Episodes frequently center on building strong teams, culture, and resilient leadership—often through systems, routines, and honest conversations about performance, burnout, and trust. The show features a steady stream of seasoned guests—executives, coaches, and researchers—who share actionable methods for improving organizational health, culture, and employee experience, making it a strong fit for leaders, managers, and people-focused practitioners seeking implementable tactics.

Noteworthy qualities include a practical, no-nonsense approach, a focus on people as the core of leadership, and a willingness to translate theory into concrete steps. Listeners c... more

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4. Dr. Kenneth Ro
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