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The Action Catalyst interviews top leaders and achievers, sharing hard-earned tips and advice to help you uncover your inspiration and gain valuable insights to overcome setbacks, defeat mediocrity, and reach your goals in life, business, and beyond. Southwestern/Great American, Inc., dba Southwestern Family of Companies, for itself and its related entities and their assigns, reserves and retains ... more

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Joshua Medcalf, founder of Train 2 Be Clutch and author of Burn Your Goals and An Impractical Guide to Becoming a Transformational Leader, shares the "bamboo tree" principle of patience and persistence.

Hear Joshua's full interview in Episode 85 of ... more

Rana Gujral, former CEO of Behavioral Signals and former exec at Logitech and Cricut, explores the future of artificial intelligence, emotional intelligence, and human decision-making in an AI-driven world. Gujral challenges common misconceptions abo... more

Shamir Duverseau, co-founder of Smart Panda Labs and former marketing leader for brands including Disney, Marriott, Southwest Airlines, and NBC Universal, discusses how organizations can dramatically improve digital marketing performance by focusing ... more

Joshua Medcalf, founder of Train 2 Be Clutch and author of Burn Your Goals and An Impractical Guide to Becoming a Transformational Leader, shares a powerful perspective on heart-first leadership, mental toughness, and personal growth. Medcalf challen... more

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Recent Guests

Joshua Medcalf
Founder of Train 2 Be Clutch; Author of Burn Your Goals and An Impractical Guide to Becoming a Transformational Leadership
Train 2 Be Clutch
Episode: REMASTERED: Burn Your Goals, with Joshua Medcalf | (Leadership, Resilience, Faith, Mindset)
Shamir Duverseau
co-founder, managing director and chief strategist for Smart Panda Labs
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Episode: Everything Clicks, with Shamir Duverseau | (Marketing, Customer Experience, Digital Strategy, AI)
Chris Dessi
CEO of Silverback Social; Inc columnist; TEDx speaker; author
Silverback Social
Episode: REMASTERED: Building Your Personal Brand, with Chris Dessi | (Branding, Career, Social Media, Business)
Dr. Tessa Forshaw
Cognitive scientist teaching innovation at Harvard and Stanford
Harvard University, Stanford University
Episode: Innovation-ish, with Richard Braden and Dr. Tessa Forshaw | (Creativity, Problem Solving, Mindset, Science)
Rich Braden
Silicon Valley CEO and educator who teaches at Stanford and London Business School
Independent entrepreneur; educator
Episode: Innovation-ish, with Richard Braden and Dr. Tessa Forshaw | (Creativity, Problem Solving, Mindset, Science)
DeVon Franklin
Hollywood producer, minister, New York Times bestselling author
Episode: REMASTERED: How to make it in Hollywood (and Anywhere), with DeVon Franklin | (Faith, Media, Entertainment, Inspiration)
John Gates
pay negotiation coach, author and speaker
Author of Act Your Wage
Episode: Act Your Wage, with John Gates | (Salary, Pay, Hiring, Negotiation)
Preston Smiles
Author, speaker, and co-creator of The Bridge Method
Bridge Method / The Bridge Experience
Episode: REMASTERED: Victory of Victimhood, with Preston Smiles | (Personal Development, Empowerment, Habits, Inspiration)
Phil Le-Brun
Former corporate VP and international CIO at McDonald's; executive leader at Amazon Web Services; author of The Octopus Organization
Amazon Web Services
Episode: The Octopus Organization, with Phil Le-Brun | (Leadership, Teams, Technology, Strategy)

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 301 ratings
  • Essential listening for anyone serious about defeating mediocrity and achieving excellence

    Adam absolutely crushed it with the Klaus Kleinfeld episode on "Leading to Thrive" - as someone building AI sales tools, that conversation about energy management and performance zones hit me right where it counts. Klaus's insights from leading two Fortune 500 companies on different continents combined with Adam's thoughtful follow-up questions in the "Overtime with Outland" segment shows exactly the kind of high-caliber content this show delivers.

    What I love about The Action Catalyst is how ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CHSAaron
    United Statesa year ago
  • Jordan Harbinger's Masterclass on Charisma and Perception

    The Action Catalyst’s episode with Jordan Harbinger is a must-listen for anyone interested in personal development and networking. Jordan delves into the nuances of charisma, showing it’s not just an innate trait but a skill that can be honed to boost confidence and build deeper relationships. His take on how men evolve without role models and how perception varies across groups offers a fresh perspective on social dynamics. This episode is packed with practical advice and profound insights, mak... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Such a wealth of knowledge! 🧠

    It’s obvious that the Action Catalyst team puts extraordinary effort into every single episode, but what makes this show a true standout is the quality of the guests, the stories they tell, and tactics they share. Every speaker truly cares about being a positive force in the world, and shares insights that leave you feeling empowered and inspired. Don't miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASobering
    United States4 years ago
  • Exceptional!

    I listened to the latest episode (with Randall Kaplan) and, wow, I’m hooked. Absolutely fantastic chemistry between the hosts and his guests - perfect for my commute each morning. Would highly recommend giving it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DylanTM24
    United States4 years ago
  • Inspiration stories with actionable insights on productivity, strategy and growth

    Podchaser
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    Dominic Zijlstra
    5 years ago

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Overall sentiment emphasizes motivation, practical tactics, and impact-driven content.
Audience notes the show features practical leadership and mindset strategies from top performers.
Many reviews highlight inspiring stories and useful takeaways for career and business growth.
Listeners praise high-caliber guests and concrete, actionable insights.
Some feedback mentions the shift in host lineup, with viewers focused on strong Q&A and guest chemistry.

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Talking Points

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REMASTERED: Burn Your Goals, with Joshua Medcalf | (Leadership, Resilience, Faith, Mindset)
Q: So Joshua, thanks for being here. What does it mean to have Heart First Leadership, exactly?
It means putting people's hearts and well-being first, not just chasing results; leadership is about elevating others and maintaining high standards with love, respect, and consistency.
Everything Clicks, with Shamir Duverseau | (Marketing, Customer Experience, Digital Strategy, AI)
Q: What were the common threads you observed in how top brands approached marketing, for better or for worse?
The guest highlights two core threads: the enduring power of brand and the reality that organizations are made of people who often do quirky, conflicting things. Success hinges on focusing on people—the end customers and the teams delivering the experience—and ensuring clear communication across marketing and IT to align goals.
REMASTERED: Victory of Victimhood, with Preston Smiles | (Personal Development, Empowerment, Habits, Inspiration)
Q: What is the first thing someone should take action on when listening to this episode?
Start by noticing where similar patterns show up in other areas of life to gauge whether the response is personal or systemic, then bring awareness to those instances to inform a course of action.
REMASTERED: How to make it in Hollywood (and Anywhere), with DeVon Franklin | (Faith, Media, Entertainment, Inspiration)
Q: Where should people go to learn about DeVon Franklin and connect with him?
People can visit devonfranklin.com for resources, signs up for mentorship communications, and access social media handles.
CLIP: Antipatterns and Artificial Ownership
Q: Tell me how you came up with that.
Adam explains that anti-patterns are formulaic conditioned responses to problems and uses the octopus versus tin man metaphor to illustrate decentralized vs centralized approaches.

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The show features high-achieving leaders and practitioners who share practical strategies for leadership, organizational design, mindset, and personal development. Episodes frequently explore empowerment, clear decision-making in large organizations, and ways to maintain speed and resilience at scale. Guests range from tech and operations experts to renowned authors and coaches, offering actionable guidance on building agile teams, improving communication, and sustaining high performance. The format often pairs tough questions with real-world anecdotes, making it useful for listeners aiming to lead better, think differently, and drive meaningful outcomes in business and life.

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1. Joshua Medcalf
2. Shamir Duverseau
3. Chris Dessi
4. Dr. Tessa Forshaw
5. Rich Braden
6. DeVon Franklin
7. John Gates
8. Preston Smiles

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