The Learning To Lead Show with Mark J. Cundiff
The Learning to Lead Show with Mark J. Cundiff
Helping Good Leaders Become Great—One Practical Insight at a Time
You’re busy. The demands are real. But your desire to grow as a leader hasn’t gone anywhere.
That’s why The Learning to Lead Show is designed for leaders like you—driven, growth-minded, and always on the go. Hosted by Executive Leadership Coach Mark J. Cundiff, this podcast delivers practical leadership insights you can use today, not someday.
Each week, you’ll get:
- Short, focused teaching episodes packed with real-world lessons from decades of leadership experience, bestselling books, and proven frameworks.
- Authentic interviews with front-line leaders who share how they’re navigating challenges, building teams, and leading with purpose, right where they are.
Whether you’re commuting, working out, or grabbing a few quiet minutes between meetings, this show helps you invest in your leadership without adding to your already busy schedule.
Because great leadership isn’t about having more time—it’s about using the time you have to lead on purpose.
This show is for growth-minded professionals who want more than titles and tactics. It’s for those who want to lead with purpose, develop a legacy, and make their future bigger than their past.
So whether you're leading a team, a business, or yourself—tune in, take notes, and let’s grow together.
Episodes
58 episodes
#58 "Consistency Beats Talent: The Secret Hiding in Plain Sight" Leadership Lessons with Jonathan Milligan
What happens when a burned-out school teacher decides to bet on himself? In this episode, I sit down with my longtime mentor and friend, Jonathan Milligan — author, online business coach, and the very person who taught me how ...
#57 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Preston Zeller
5 Leadership Takeaways from Preston Zeller: Empathy, Trust, Storytelling, and Sustainable GrowthHost Mark Cundiff welcomes listeners to Learning to Lead episode 57, reflecting on his prior conversation with Preston Zell...
#56 The Art of Empathy in Leadership with Preston Zeller
Grief, Growth, Storytelling, Operations, and the Future of AIWhat happens when personal tragedy forces you to slow down, reflect, and rebuild?In this episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mark Cundiff sits down with ...
#55 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with M. K. Palmore
What separates good leaders from truly great leaders?According to M.K. Palmore, it's not strategy, authority, or expertise.It's people.In this episode of The Learning to Lead Show
#54 "Never Tell Me the Odds" Leadership Lessons from the Naval Academy, Marine Corps, FBI, and Silicon Valley with M. K. Palmore
What separates good leaders from truly great leaders?According to M.K. Palmore, it's not strategy, authority, or expertise.It's people.In this episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mar...
#53 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Patrick Erwin
In episode 53 of Learning to Lead, host Mark Cundiff recaps his conversation with Patrick Erwin, author of I Love This Place, Director of Content and Training at the Maxwell Leadership Foundation, and a former Hillgrove High School band directo...
#52 Tough and Tender Leadership with Patrick Erwin, Director of Content & Training at The Maxwell Leadership Foundation
In this episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mark J. Cundiff sits down with Patrick Erwin, author of
#51 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Jeff Brown
Host Mark Cundiff welcomes listeners to episode 51 of Learning to Lead, sharing key leadership insights from his conversation with Jeff Brown of the Read to Lead podcast and co-author of the book Read to Lead. Mark highlights Jeff’s...
#50 The Read to Lead Blueprint for Personal, Professional, and Leadership Growth with Jeff Brown
Episode #50: The Read to Lead Blueprint for Personal, Professional, and Leadership Growth with Jeff BrownIn this milestone 50th episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mark Cundiff sits down with Jeff B...
#49 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Trent McJunkin
Host Mark Cundiff opens Episode 49 of the Learning to Lead Show with an update on a brief publishing gap due to attending his son Elijah Cundiff’s wedding, previews Episode 50 featuring Jeff Brown of the Read to Lead Show, and thanks listeners ...
#48 Stop Leading Like a Bulldog: The Shift That Builds Real Influence with Trent McJunkin (John Maxwell Certified Coach)
Trent McJunkin shares his journey from shop floor technician to leadership coach, revealing the mindset shifts, mistakes, and leadership principles that helped...
#47 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Adam Nemer
Leadership Insights on Mental Health: The Power of a Five-Minute Conversation (Learning to Lead Show Ep. 47)Host Mark Cundiff shares leadership insights from his conversation with Adam Nemer, author of Simple Mental Health and...
#46 Breaking the Silence: Leadership and Mental Health with Adam Nemer
Breaking the Silence: Leadership and Mental Health with Adam NemerIn this powerful episode, Mark Cundiff sits down with Adam Nemer to discuss the often-unspoken reality of mental health in leadership—and the life-changing impact o...
#45 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Erin Treacy
Host Mark Cundiff recaps Episode #44 of the Learning to Lead Show featuring leadership coach and former Alpine ski racer Erin Treacy, focusing on how to lead effectively without burning yourself or your team out.Drawing on her experience...
#44 From Alpine Ski Racing to Leadership Coaching with Erin Treacy
🎙 Episode SummaryIn this episode, Mark sits down with leadership coach Erin Treacy to explore how leaders can grow their teams without burning them out. They discuss sustainable leadership, investing in people, and why clarity bea...
#43 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Joey Cantrell
Host Mark Cundiff welcomes listeners to Episode #43 of the Learning to Lead Show, and thanks the audience for helping the show reach 278 cities in 36 countries and 39 U.S. states. He shares key leadership insights from prior guest J...
#42 From Machinist to Mentor: Why Your Team Will Never Outgrow You as a Leader with Joey Cantrell
🎙️ From Machinist to Mentor: Why Your Team Will Never Outgrow You as a Leader with Joey CantrellWhat separates great leaders from average ones?They never stop learning.In this episode, Mark Cundiff sits down with Joe...
#41 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Debbie Simmons
In this episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mark Cundiff reflects on his powerful conversation with Debbie Simmons, exploring a fresh and challenging perspective on leadership and trust.Debbie introduces the idea that trust...
#40 The Architecture of Trust: Redefining Leadership and Legacy with Debbie Simmons
In this episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mark Cundiff sits down with Debbie Simmons—CEO, author, and creator of the Architecture of Trust—to explore a powerful shift in how leaders understand trust.Debbie ch...
#39 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Paul Thornton
From Being Liked to Being Respected: Five Leadership Takeaways from Paul ThorntonHost Mark Cundiff shares leadership insights from his conversation with Paul Thornton (Episode 38, “From Being Liked to Being Respected”), drawing on...
#38 From Being Liked to Being Respected: The Leadership Shift That Changes Everything with Paul B. Thornton
Make sure to download LeaderNotes. LeaderNotes is a quick-hit companion to each episode ...
#37 Leadership Insights from my Conversation with Coach Jim Johnson
In this episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mark Cundiff shares powerful leadership insights from his conversation with legendary basketball coach Jim Johnson, best known for the unforgettable story of Jason “J-Mac” McElwain<...
#36 Leadership, Perseverance, and the Miracle of J-Mac with Coach Jim Johnson
Leadership, Perseverance, and the Miracle of J-Mac with Coach Jim JohnsonIn this inspiring episode of The Learning to Lead Show, Mark Cundiff sits down with