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Thirty Minute Mentors

Adam Mendler
Leadership
Mentorship
Entrepreneurship
Career Development
Resilience
Self-Awareness
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation
Olympics
Mental Health
United States Navy
Personal Development
Trust
Education
Personal Growth
Self-Confidence
Decathlon
WWE
John Hancock
Customer Centricity

Leadership guru Adam Mendler goes one on one with America's most accomplished and insightful people on how they made it to the top and how you can too. Each episode features a wealth of practical, actionable advice from a leading CEO, founder, athlete, celebrity, influencer or general / admiral. Learn how to lead in today's landscape, become your best self and excel personally and professionally –... more

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Jim Kavanaugh is the co-founder and CEO of WWT, one of the largest private companies in the country, with more than $20 billion in annual revenue and more than 12,000 employees. Jim joins Adam to share his journey - from Olympic soccer player to the ... more

A culinary legend, Wolfgang Puck helped redefine American dining and is the first modern chef to build a global restaurant and lifestyle brand centered on his own name. Wolfgang joins Adam to share his journey and his best lessons and advice. Wolfgan... more

Rich Steinmeier is the CEO of LPL Financial, the largest independent broker-dealer in the country. A Fortune 500 company, LPL is responsible for $2.4 trillion dollars in advisory and brokerage assets. Rich joins Adam to share his journey and his best... more

Sanya Richards-Ross is a four-time Olympic gold medalist and one of the most decorated female track and field Olympians of all time. Sanya is also an Emmy Award–winning broadcaster and a former star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Sanya joins Adam... more

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Wolfgang Puck
Chef and restaurateur
Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group
Episode: Episode 333: Wolfgang Puck
Rich Steinmeier
CEO of LPL Financial
LPL Financial
Episode: Episode 332: LPL Financial CEO Rich Steinmeier
Sanya Richards-Ross
Olympic Gold Medalist and broadcaster
Episode: Episode 331: Olympic Gold Medalist Sanya Richards-Ross
Paul Breitenbach
Co-founder of Priceline; CEO of r4 Technologies
Priceline, r4 Technologies
Episode: Episode 330: Priceline Co-Founder Paul Breitenbach
General Paul Funk
Retired four-star general who led the world's largest coalition against ISIS; former commander of the Army Training and Doctrine Command
U.S. Army
Episode: Episode 329: General Paul Funk
Michael Dorrell
Co-founder and CEO of Stonepeak
Stonepeak
Episode: Episode 328: Stonepeak Co-Founder and CEO Michael Dorrell
Max Baucus
Former United States Senator; Ambassador to China
United States Senate; U.S. Embassy, Beijing
Episode: Episode 327: Senator Max Baucus
Elyce Arons
Co-founder of Kate Spade; CEO of Frances Valentine
Kate Spade; Frances Valentine
Episode: Episode 326: Kate Spade Co-Founder Elyce Arons
Tim Gerend
CEO of Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual
Episode: Episode 325: Northwestern Mutual CEO Tim Gerend

Host

Adam Mendler
Host of Thirty Minute Mentors

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 381 ratings
  • Great leadership podcast

    Adam does a terrific job as host and has awesome guests giving insights into what a true leader embodies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cwchinn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Questions

    Adam asks the best questions- have not found anyone else that comes close.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bradleywoolf
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Lessons!

    Adam and his guests have an incredible wealth of knowledge and make it accessible and helpful for listeners. Great listen for anyone wanting to take their leadership

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taylor @ PWS
    United States3 years ago
  • A Must for Anyone in Business!

    Such a terrific podcast for anyone, but especially for anyone in business. The stories that Adam is able to draw out of his guests are truly inspirational, and a must for anyone going through the ups and downs of building a business!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa496
    United States4 years ago
  • Adam continues to impress. The content of his podcast are so helpful to me. His guests are success stories from all walks of life and have a gift for sharing the key points on how they got there. I can listen to them all day!

    Podchaser
    5
    eiglicki
    4 years ago

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Conversations feel inspiring and highly actionable for business and life.
The host delivers crisp leadership coaching with top-tier guests.
The show consistently delivers value in a short, digestible format.
Questions cut to the chase and pull out practical takeaways.
Guests are well-chosen and the discussion stays focused and insightful.

Chart Rankings

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#48
Singapore/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#73
Poland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#155
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Apple Podcasts
#196
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Episode 332: LPL Financial CEO Rich Steinmeier
Q: What makes a great leader?
A great leader understands the people they lead, helps them thrive, communicates priorities clearly, and builds a culture where trust is earned over time through transparency, shared decision making, and a commitment to the growth of others.
Episode 332: LPL Financial CEO Rich Steinmeier
Q: What were the keys to rising in your career?
Rich describes gaining a broad set of experiences across industries, being willing to drive change, and choosing roles that align with his strengths and passions, all while surrounding himself with mentors and a trusted network that challenged him and supported his growth.
Episode 333: Wolfgang Puck
Q: And to your point, the question then becomes, how do you incorporate AI into your craft that you can become even better at it?
Puck emphasizes that AI and technology should serve the craft and operations: use AI to optimize back-of-house tasks, scheduling, and data-driven decisions, while the guest-facing hospitality remains human and relational.
Episode 331: Olympic Gold Medalist Sanya Richards-Ross
Q: What is your process in critical moments to perform at the highest level?
The conversation highlights mental preparation, staying present, repeating a personal mantra like 'I refuse to lose,' and leveraging preparation to trigger the right execution when it matters most.
Episode 331: Olympic Gold Medalist Sanya Richards-Ross
Q: How did you handle failure and bounce back from disappointments like 2008?
She emphasizes acknowledging emotions, learning from failure, replacing negative thoughts with positive, and using setbacks as fuel for better preparation and resilience for future opportunities.

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What is Thirty Minute Mentors about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features concise, action-oriented interviews with top leaders across business, technology, sports, government, and entertainment, focusing on leadership fundamentals, career growth, and practical strategies for high performance. Episodes highlight mindset, decision-making, team dynamics, and culture, with guests ranging from founders and CEOs to Olympic athletes and military leaders. The format emphasizes measurable takeaways, time-efficient coaching, and real-world lessons that listeners can apply to their own careers or businesses. A standout trait is the host's ability to draw out tactical, implementable guidance from a diverse set of high achievers, making it valuable for listeners seeking fast, applicable leadership insights ... more

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Recent guests on Thirty Minute Mentors include:

1. Wolfgang Puck
2. Rich Steinmeier
3. Sanya Richards-Ross
4. Paul Breitenbach
5. General Paul Funk
6. Michael Dorrell
7. Max Baucus
8. Elyce Arons

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