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The Leadership Gambit
Chris Miller, Dane Smith
50 episodes
6 days ago
Most people care too much about too little. It's not about not caring though, its about a need to start caring smarter. In this episode, we unpack what “selective caring” really means and why it’s the key to protecting your peace, focus, and confidence. Learn how to detach from the noise, handle criticism without losing your cool, and build emotional boundaries that keep you grounded. If you’re tired of feeling drained by things you can’t control, this episode will show you how to reclaim you...
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Most people care too much about too little. It's not about not caring though, its about a need to start caring smarter. In this episode, we unpack what “selective caring” really means and why it’s the key to protecting your peace, focus, and confidence. Learn how to detach from the noise, handle criticism without losing your cool, and build emotional boundaries that keep you grounded. If you’re tired of feeling drained by things you can’t control, this episode will show you how to reclaim you...
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Self-Improvement
Education,
Business,
Careers,
Management
Episodes (20/50)
The Leadership Gambit
S06E08: Caring Smarter: Managing What Deserves Your Energy
Most people care too much about too little. It's not about not caring though, its about a need to start caring smarter. In this episode, we unpack what “selective caring” really means and why it’s the key to protecting your peace, focus, and confidence. Learn how to detach from the noise, handle criticism without losing your cool, and build emotional boundaries that keep you grounded. If you’re tired of feeling drained by things you can’t control, this episode will show you how to reclaim you...
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6 days ago
36 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S06E07: Old Power vs. New Power: How Work, Leadership, and Control Are Being Redefined
Power in the workplace is changing fast. In this episode, we unpack the clash between old power (control and hierarchy) and new power (influence and transparency), and what it means for you. Learn how to spot outdated leadership tactics, build credibility through trust, and lead with influence instead of authority. If you want to stay relevant in the new era of work, this episode shows you how to do it. Additional Resources: New Power | The indispensable guide to navigating the 21...
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1 week ago
32 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S06E06: Bouncing Back: Recovering From Setbacks
Setbacks can shake you. Your confidence, your identity, your direction. I’ve been there. In this episode, we dig into how to rebuild after life knocks you sideways. You’ll learn how to reframe failure, reset your nervous system, and reconnect with people who lift you back up. If you’ve been questioning your path or struggling to find your footing, this one’s your reminder: you’re never broken, only rebuilding. Support the show Ready to take your personal development to the next level? V...
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2 weeks ago
32 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S06E05: Stand Tall: Strategies to Stand Up for Yourself
Learn how to stand up for yourself at work without losing your cool or credibility. Dane and Chris share real strategies for setting boundaries, stopping self-devaluation, and handling disrespect with confidence. Because how people treat you is often how you’ve trained or allowed them to. Support the show Ready to take your personal development to the next level? Visit www.theleadershipmovement.net to request access to our FREE quick start guides, self-assessments, and other resources that yo...
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3 weeks ago
49 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S06E04: Surviving the Harsh Realities of Business
The corporate world isn’t all perks, promotions, and polished leadership quotes. After more than 15 years working alongside executives and navigating the highs and lows of corporate culture, I’ve seen the uncomfortable truths that most business books gloss over. Some I learned as an observer, others I learned the hard way. In this episode, I’m breaking down the five harsh realities that can make or break your career, and how you can protect yourself. By listening, you’ll learn: Why being a “...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S06E03: Workplace Edge: 5 Tips to Rise Above the Rest
The job market is tighter than ever, and standing still is no longer an option. When companies are shrinking teams and competition for every opportunity is fierce, the people who stand out are the ones who keep moving forward. The good news? You don’t need luck or politics to get ahead, you need a strategy. In this episode, we break down 5 practical ways you can rise above the rest at work: making your goals and intentions clear to your manager, stepping up and getting involved, making your m...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S06E02: The Expert Trap: How to Spot Bias, Politics, and Hidden Agendas
We live in a world overflowing with experts—on every podcast, every article, every LinkedIn post. But here’s the problem: experts aren’t always right. In fact, history is filled with examples of experts being wrong, weaponized, or even bought and sold to push an agenda. In this episode of The Leadership Gambit, we dive into the uncomfortable truth about the expert problem. From politicized health advice to consultants selling recycled theories, to “experts” minted after a week-long course, we...
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1 month ago
43 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S06E01: Confidence Uncovered: Separating Lies from Lasting Growth
We’ve all been told stories about confidence, that some people are just born with it, that it comes from high self-esteem, or that once you “find it,” it sticks forever. The problem is, none of that is true. These myths are what keep so many of us second-guessing ourselves, staying quiet when we should speak up, or holding back from going after what we want. In this episode, we dig into five of the most common lies about confidence and reveal the truth about what actually builds it. From sepa...
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1 month ago
28 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E08: Silence Your Inner Critic: Escaping the Imposter Trap
Ever feel like you don’t deserve your success, like you’re just waiting for someone to “find you out”? You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome affects up to 80% of us, including global superstars, CEOs, and maybe even you. In this episode, we break down what imposter syndrome really is (spoiler: it’s not a clinical diagnosis, and it doesn’t mean you’re broken), why it shows up even in the most accomplished people, and the five personality traps that trigger it. More importantly, you’ll walk away ...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E07: Rewriting the Manager-Employee Social Contract
The manager–employee social contract is broken. For decades, trust has eroded as workplaces shifted from caretaking managers and stable career paths to layoffs, cost-cutting, and “at-will” employment. Employees expect fair pay, growth, support, and respect, while managers and companies demand results, reliability, and alignment. When those expectations aren’t clear or met, both sides feel betrayed. In this episode, we dig into: The history of the old manager–employee social contract and why i...
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2 months ago
36 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E06: Career Death By a Thousand Cuts: 5 Behaviors to Avoid
Your reputation at work is a form of political capital, and you’re either investing in it or quietly draining it away. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on five common workplace behaviors that silently damage your personal brand and limit your career growth. From passive-aggressive habits to over-apologizing, these are patterns managers notice even if you think they don’t. You’ll learn: How these behaviors erode trust, credibility, and influence over time.Why they’re career killers ev...
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2 months ago
28 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E05: BS From the Boardroom: 3 Lies About Business
In this episode, we’re back to call BS on even more business myths that sound good in theory but fall apart in the real world. Last time, we tackled the so-called talent war, high-performing teams, and the search for “real leaders.” Today, we’re taking aim at three more corporate narratives that get repeated endlessly but rarely hold up under scrutiny: “People don’t leave bad companies, they leave bad managers.” “Everyone is replaceable.” “Automation is always a good thing.” If you've worke...
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3 months ago
28 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E04: Leadership Is Lonely, Messy, and Absolutely Worth It
Welcome to the episode that strips away the buzzwords, the motivational posters, and the ego-driven nonsense. We're diving into the real truth about leadership, the kind no one warns you about until you’re in it. If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z professional stepping into leadership (or thinking about it), this episode is your backstage pass. We’re talking about the mess, the loneliness, the lack of appreciation, and the fact that leadership isn’t a title, it’s a responsibility you earn. This ...
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3 months ago
25 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E03: Bad Bosses: 5 of the Most Damaging Mistakes Managers Make
Whether you’re leading a team or working for someone who is, you’ve probably seen (or experienced) some of the classic management fails. In this episode, we’re calling out five of the most damaging mistakes managers make from micromanaging and ego trips to treating people like tools instead of human beings. But this isn’t just a vent session. We’re digging into the why behind these mistakes what drives them, why they happen at all levels, and how to avoid falling into the same traps. We also ...
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3 months ago
33 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E02: Capture the Heart, Convince the Brain: The Art of Persuasion
Support the show Ready to take your personal development to the next level? Visit www.theleadershipmovement.net to request access to our FREE quick start guides, self-assessments, and other resources that you can use to turn your new knowledge into practice.
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3 months ago
23 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S05E01: BS From the Boardroom: 3 Lies About Business
In this episode, we’re calling BS on some of the biggest narratives that dominate corporate life. You’ve likely heard them a hundred times yourself: “There’s a war for talent.” “We build high-performing teams.” “We’re looking for real leaders.” But when you compare those talking points to what actually happens inside organizations, the contradictions become impossible to ignore. With more than 15 years in the trenches including leading teams, managing change, and seeing how the sy...
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4 months ago
27 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S04E09: Breaking Hard Habits: How I Beat Nicotine With Neuroscience
We all have habits we wish we could break but what if quitting wasn’t about willpower at all? What if the real key was learning how your brain works and using that to your advantage? In this episode, I share how I painlessly quit smoking after more than two decades and not by suffering through withdrawal, but by hacking the habit at the root. Using neuroscience-backed techniques and practical tools, I rewired my brain, redefined my identity, and shut down the voice that once planned my life a...
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4 months ago
33 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S04E08: How to See What Others Miss: Becoming a Big-Picture Thinker
Big-picture thinking is one of the most talked-about but least understood skills in today’s workplace. We’re told to “see the forest, not just the trees”, but what does that actually mean in practice? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really takes to become a big-picture thinker and explain why so few people actually are. Packed with insights from working closely with executives across industries, we break down top-down and bottom-up thinking, real-world tools like the SIPO...
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4 months ago
36 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S04E07: Do You Know What Motivates You?
What actually gets you out of bed in the morning? Is it the paycheck? The praise? Or something deeper? In this episode, we dig into the science and psychology of motivation, what fuels it, what kills it, and how to create it on demand. From extrinsic motivators like money and recognition to the intrinsic drivers that truly sustain us, you’ll learn how to build a motivation system that actually works. We’ll break down the SPACES model—Self-esteem, Purpose, Autonomy, Certainty, Equity, and Soci...
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4 months ago
26 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
S04E06: Future-Proof Yourself: 5 More Skills for Success in a Changing World
The world won’t wait and neither should you. The next wave of future-proof skills is here. We kicked off this season exploring five timeless superskills to help you thrive in a rapidly changing world. Now, we’re back with five more game-changing abilities that will define your ability to lead, adapt, and succeed, no matter what the future throws at you. As technology changes and uncertainty are now the new norm, these skills will separate the resilient from the replaceable. In this episode, w...
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5 months ago
26 minutes

The Leadership Gambit
Most people care too much about too little. It's not about not caring though, its about a need to start caring smarter. In this episode, we unpack what “selective caring” really means and why it’s the key to protecting your peace, focus, and confidence. Learn how to detach from the noise, handle criticism without losing your cool, and build emotional boundaries that keep you grounded. If you’re tired of feeling drained by things you can’t control, this episode will show you how to reclaim you...