
Execution without excuses. Five minutes. One insight. No wasted words. Leadership In 5 is the podcast for founders and executives who are done with vague advice and tired of hearing “just communicate better” like it’s a strategy. I’m James Mayhew. I’ve served as Chief Culture Officer, coached hundreds of leaders, and made the thousand-plus execution mistakes so you don’t have to. I work with high-... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 74 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessMental HealthHealth & FitnessManagement | |||

Are you known for your output… or for what happens to other people when you’re in the room?
Most people define high performers by their output: discipline, drive, execution, results. But over time, the true difference between high performers isn’t h... more
In most companies, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Leaders pour time into struggling employees, inconsistent managers, and lagging departments, while high performers are left alone because they “don’t need much.” That instinct feels responsible, b... more
Many founders mistake constant involvement for leadership.
But if execution still depends on you stepping in, the business hasn’t matured — it’s just grown.
In this episode, James explains why recurring rescue is a structural issue, not a motivati... more
High performers often make intense managers. They see gaps quickly, hold high standards, and move fast to correct what’s wrong. On the surface, execution improves. Mistakes decrease. Standards tighten. But underneath that improvement, something quiet... more
Leaders often assume their culture is aligned with their values, but culture isn’t defined by intent — it’s revealed by how people behave and adapt. High performers are the clearest evidence of how culture actually functions because they read the env... more
Many leaders describe their business, their team, or their people as “fine” without realizing the cost of that decision.
“Fine” signals stability, but it also sets a ceiling. When leaders accept fine as the standard, curiosity fades, development slo... more
Most high performers don’t realize how deeply their identity formed around doing things themselves until leadership feels heavier and nothing they do brings the relief it once did. In this episode, James reflects on the silent shift high performers e... more
Most leaders believe they’re getting the best out of their people if performance looks solid. But performance only shows what’s being delivered — not how much more someone could contribute.
In this episode, James Mayhew explains why so much talent g... more
I have found that this quick little insight or question of the day really helps put me in a growth mindset to start my day. Excellent job James keep them coming!
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The content focuses on delivering concise leadership insights tailored for founders and executives looking for practical, actionable advice. Each episode typically centers on a specific theme related to effective leadership practices, such as team dynamics, accountability, and performance management. Listeners are offered straightforward strategies instead of vague theories, promoting a shift towards clarity in management and decision-making. Unique to this show is its commitment to challenge standard leadership narratives and emphasize real-world application over theoretical concepts, aimed specifically at high-growth companies seeking to lead with integrity and purpose.
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