Persistence Mastery

About Persistence Mastery

The Manager’s Mic is a leadership podcast that provides tips for new people leaders. Covering topics on strategy and communication skills that improve teamwork. Offering lessons from Paul Leon, MBA, or from leaders who share their experiences. Paul Leon is a sales leader and strategist who has worked with over 500 teams. Whether leading a first- or second-team, you will level up your leadership skills with The Manager's Mic. For Training or Sponsorship Inquiries, contact us at our website www.TheManagersMic.Com

Publisher

Leonsolutions LLC

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

30 Sept 2023

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

2 of 182 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026

   The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Leadership

   In this episode, James Robbins shares his journey from a shy kid to a leadership expert, emphasizing the importance of authentic leadership, overcoming limiting beliefs, and practical strategies for growth. Discover how to move people, handle rejection, and lead with purpose in both corporate and nonprofit sectors. Get to know James Website (https://www.jamesrobbins.com/) Nine Minutes to Monday (https://link.amazon/B00JtrsBU) The Call to Climb (https://link.amazon/B02iIL3V9) Key  Topics James Robbins' leadership journey from ranch to boardroom The universal principles of effective leadership Challenges of short-term thinking in corporate environments The importance of authenticity and self-awareness in leadership Strategies to overcome fear of rejection and limiting beliefs The role of daily habits and rituals in personal development The significance of being present with others at work and at home The impact of modeling behavior and leading by example The power of exposure therapy to conquer fears The importance of purpose and intrinsic motivation in leadership Sound Bites "Stories we tell ourselves hold us back" "The fastest way to overcome rejection is exposure" "The best leader is an authentic version of you" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to James Robbins and his leadership journey 04:08 Short-term thinking in corporate leadership 08:45 The Call to Climb: the metaphor and the book 09:40 Internal work and limiting beliefs 12:03 Encouragement for those feeling low or rejected 14:16 Reframing fear and rejection through stories 17:27 Exposure therapy and overcoming fears 19:16 The importance of the authentic self in leadership 22:01 Fear of being seen and the courage to be vulnerable 24:11 The impact of confidence and belief in leadership 26:11 The role of leadership frameworks and models 28:01 Motivating others through purpose and autonomy 32:22 The power of being present with others 37:01 End-of-day rituals for leadership and life balance 42:45 Lessons from successful and unsuccessful leaders

2. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Marc Hildebrand: Leadership From 20 Years in Law Enforcement

   In this episode of The Manager's Mic, Paul Leon sits down with Marc Hildebrand—founder of Modern Leadership Coaching, retired 20-year LAPD sergeant, and international best-selling author of Mastering Your Life Through Self-Coaching. Drawing from two decades in high-stakes law enforcement, losing 100 pounds, and scaling a coaching business, Marc reveals why tactical leadership advice fails without internal self-leadership. Discover how to reprogram your brain’s mechanisms. Follow Marc Website (https://www.modernleadership.us/ ) Book (https://amzn.to/47v5tXL) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mark Hildebrand and his background 03:10 The importance of leading oneself first 04:41 Hindsight lessons: focusing on controllables 05:38 Understanding the brain's protection mechanism 08:04 Overcoming fear and self-doubt in leadership 09:49 The influence of environment and mentorship 11:33 Handling high-pressure situations calmly 14:22 Self-awareness and internal dialogue 16:01 The journey of losing 100 pounds 20:56 Balancing work, family, and self-care 22:09 The ripple effect of leadership training 23:23 Modeling behavior for children 26:36 The importance of curiosity in leadership 36:31 Connecting the dots: challenges and growth 44:58 The impact of ripple effects in leadership 47:14 The significance of internal dialogue and stories 49:20 The power of curiosity and understanding others 51:52 Redemption stories and transformation 54:45 Building trust and connection through curiosity Sound Bites "Leadership starts with leading yourself." "Focus on what you can control." "Your brain's protection mechanism is normal." Grab Your Free 90-Day Leadership Roadmap⁠ (https://www.themanagersmic.com/newsletter/) Legal Disclaimer Leonsolutions, LLC, and the content it produces are for educational purposes; your results may vary. No guarantee of results is claimed. The publisher of this content is not responsible for any actions taken or not taken as a result of reading, watching, or listening to our content.

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   How Ayahuasca Can Support Leadership

   In this episode of The Manager's Mic, Paul Leon explores the intersection of plant medicine and consciousness. Daniel Yepez and Sarah Lynn Thomas are Co-CEOs of Behold Retreats. Behold Retreats is a world-renowned retreat featured in the Netflix docuseries Aaron Rodgers: Enigma. Discover why high-performing leaders turn to sacred plant medicines like ayahuasca. This helps dissolve mental blocks, unlocking creative problem-solving. What You’ll Learn: • The founding journey of Behold Retreats: bridging corporate leadership and ancient plant medicine • How ayahuasca, altered consciousness, and ego dissolution reshape leadership decision-making • The truth behind Aaron Rodgers’ Costa Rica retreat featured in Netflix’s Aaron Rodgers: Enigma • Strict medical protocols, screening, and why "set and setting" dictate psychological safety • The 7-week framework: Why post-ceremony integration matters more than the ceremony itself • Practical tools to practice presence, regulated nervous system states, and conscious leadership in daily business 👉 Visit our website for more FREE resources on people leadership: https://www.themanagersmic.com/ (https://www.themanagersmic.com/?utm_source=gemini) 🔗 Connect with Behold Retreats:   (https://www.behold-retreats.com/?utm_source=gemini)https://www.behold-retreats.com/ (https://www.behold-retreats.com/) 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 — Introduction: Meet Daniel Yepez & Sarah Lynn Thomas of Behold Retreats 01:32 — Daniel's Transition from Corporate Entrepreneurship to Plant Medicine 02:50 — The Mission & Philosophy Behind Behold Retreats 04:01 — Co-Founding a Business as a Couple: Navigating Roles & Relationships 07:09 — Communication Frameworks for High-Stress Business Partnerships 09:48 — What is Ayahuasca? (Science, History, & Ceremony Explained) 11:01 — Altered States of Consciousness & Lasting Personal Transformation 12:23 — Inside the 7-Week Preparation & Post-Ceremony Integration Program 14:04 — Why Elite Athletes & High Performers Choose Plant Medicine 15:24 — Navigating Identity Shifts, Emotional Healing, & Ego Dissolution 18:54 — The Critical Difference Between Being "Kind" vs. "Nice" in Leadership 20:23 — Behold Retreats Featured in Aaron Rodgers: Enigma on Netflix 21:21 — Protecting Client Privacy, Lineage, & Sacred Traditions Under Media Scrutiny 23:09 — Managing Viral Demand After Global Netflix Exposure 25:26 — Core Leadership Lessons from Managing Retreat Facilitation Teams 26:47 — Embracing Responsibility & Stepping Up Before You Feel Ready 27:12 — Why Strong Leaders Must Learn to Ask for Help 27:49 — Staying Grounded & Present After Reaching the Pinnacle of Success 29:30 — Psychedelic Safety: Set, Setting, & Medical Vetting Protocols 33:48 — Can Psychedelics Unlock Breakthrough Creativity & Innovation? 35:47 — Reframing Emotional Trauma, Gaining Perspective, & Healing 38:51 — How to Elevate Consciousness & Presence Without Plant Medicine 42:38 — Practical Presence Tools for High-Stakes Workplaces 45:13 — Long-Term Visions for Executive Wellness Over the Next Decade 46:31 — Consciousness Expansion, AI, & Personal Data Sovereignty 💬 Key Sound Bites: • "Let the content dictate the format, not the structure." • "Everybody receives a new perspective on something." • "Everything we need is already inside of us." ⚖️ Legal Disclaimer: Leonsolutions, LLC, and the content it produces are for educational purposes; your results may vary. No guarantee of results is claimed. The publisher of this content is not responsible for any actions taken or not taken as a result of reading, watching, or listening to our content. You can review the Netflix trailer for Aaron Rodgers: Enigma (https://youtu.be/ew3ewvHGR5E?si=9U73EVnFKCxN94WH) to see how the documentary highlights Aaron Rodgers' healing journey and retreat experience featured in the series.

Inside a recent episode

Leadership Replayed

Published 31 Aug 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] They'll give you feedback again. So how do we create this constant feedback loop inside the company? So that's the second one. right? And the third one is growth. And the reality is you're either growing or you're dying. And people, there's a company that's true. There is no homeostasis in business or in life. Like you talked about, you know, I used to be a head trainer at CrossFit gym. You know this, like your muscles are either in an anabolic or catabolic state. Your muscles, you're either getting stronger today or you're getting weaker. You're not staying the same. You're getting smarter or you're getting dumber. […]

Who has been a guest on Persistence Mastery

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• Melanie Borden
• Stephanie Duguid
• Emily Green
• Terry Brock
• Sean Patton

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YouTube views

28,625

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 75 / 100

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Quality

95

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

68

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