Best Mark Leruste Podcasts (2025)

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From Hell Week to Healing — Diego Ugalde 1:32:08

17d ago1:32:08

1:32:08

💡 “What if Hell Week was a Celebration?” Diego failed SEAL training the first time—broken bones, broken dreams, and broken expectations. But it wasn’t the end. He came back ten years later, fully transformed, and turned the infamous Hell Week into moment after moment of gratitude. Lesson: When you reframe suffering as growth, everything changes. “I…

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Style isn't superficial it's strategy - with Kay Korsh 21:32

26d ago21:32

21:32

This week I’m joined by Kay Korsh, former celebrity stylist turned speaker style strategist. After 20 years dressing A-listers and working with luxury brands, Kay now helps professional speakers align their wardrobe with their message. We talk about what speakers get wrong with their style, why being fashionable isn’t the goal, and how your wardrob…

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The Valuepreneur Mindset: Rethinking Startup Success with Steve Waddell 36:58

2M ago36:58

36:58

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Steve Waddell transitioned from shipbuilding to entrepreneurship. The inspiration behind Valuepreneurs and why it challenges conventional startup wisdom. The key lesson from Steve’s TEDx Talk: Start with Who, Not Why. The challenges of launching a product, from patents to tariffs and the impact of COVID-19. Wh…

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You don't need a stronger bio - you need a better story, with Mark Leruste 36:26

2M ago36:26

36:26

This week I’m joined by leadership communication expert and bestselling author Mark Leruste. Known for helping thousands of leaders at Google, Nike, and the Premier League tell better stories, Mark shares why most speakers are focusing on the wrong thing. It's not your bio that gets you booked—it’s how you connect. We talk about building a “vending…

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How to Build a Speaking Business, Zero Excuses with Brad Burton 25:30

2M ago25:30

25:30

In this episode of the Speaking Business Podcast, I’m joined by the unstoppable Brad Burton, award-winning entrepreneur, bestselling author, and top motivational business speaker. Brad built a multimillion-pound national company from scratch and has no time for excuses. We talk about his extraordinary journey from a council estate to the stage, how…

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Leading with Love: The Power of Insightful Vulnerability™ with David Cunningham 47:49

3M ago47:49

47:49

David Cunningham has spent over 35 years as a transformational leader, coach, and educator, working with hundreds of thousands of individuals worldwide. He draws from his personal experiences and lifelong commitment to love and consciousness to inspire others to live with purpose, grace, and love. His teachings have helped countless people awaken t…

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From Shame to Service: Harnessing the Power of Your Story with Mark Leruste 51:03

3M ago51:03

51:03

Key Takeaways: Proximity Bias: Why your story might feel “boring” to you but is magical to others hearing it for the first time. From Shame to Service: How sharing your story transforms not just others but also yourself. Emotional Credibility: Establish trust and connection with audiences by sharing your authentic origin story. Strategic Storytelli…

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The Authenticity Equation: How to Lead, Connect, and Inspire with Mike Robbins 46:23

3M ago46:23

46:23

Key Takeaways: The Authenticity Equation: Mike’s formula for creating genuine connections through honesty, humility, and vulnerability. Why vulnerability matters: Discover how emotional exposure fosters trust and empathy, even in high-stakes leadership. Sweaty palm conversations: How leaning into difficult discussions can unlock stronger relationsh…

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A Father’s Fight for the Future: From Dragons’ Den to Building a Better World 48:08

4M ago48:08

48:08

Dan Sherrard-Smith is the founder & CEO of MotherTree. MotherTree works with values-led businesses to reduce CO2 emissions, increase client satisfaction, and unlock savings. Launched by the founding team behind Look After My Bills: Best ever deal on Dragons' Den, saved the British public £127m in 3 years. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Followin…

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Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: A No-Nonsense Guide to Excellence with Baz Porter® 59:35

5M ago59:35

59:35

Baz Porter isn’t just an executive consultant; he’s the catalyst that top-tier CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders rely on to unlock their next level. He is also the best-selling author of 'Cracking the Rich Code,' endorsed by Tony Robbins and featuring a foreword by Brian Tracy. With over 15 years in the trenches, Baz has mastered the art of…

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Get Noticed and Grow Your Speaking Business on LinkedIn with Niall Ratcliffe 33:11

6M ago33:11

33:11

In this episode, Maria Franzoni welcomes Niall Ratcliffe, co-founder of the story-driven marketing agency Noticed, to share proven strategies for speakers to get noticed on LinkedIn. Niall explains why LinkedIn is essential for reaching key decision-makers and reveals how consistent storytelling can set speakers apart. They cover practical tips for…

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Misinformation & Disinformation: Navigating the Digital Age with Mark Albert 39:52

6M ago39:52

39:52

Mark Albert is the founder and CEO of Media Advisory Experts, a Washington, DC-based consultancy providing media training, crisis communications, earned media, storytelling and video production services to clients in the U.S. and around the globe. He and his team guide leaders on their path to amplify their stories in the media, coaching top execut…

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Building a Career that Speaks Volumes: Lessons from Rikki Arundel 29:19

7M ago29:19

29:19

In this episode of the Speaking Business Podcast, host Maria Franzoni sits down with award-winning speaker and Professional Speakers Association founder, Rikki Arundel. Rikki shares their inspiring journey, from early beginnings to receiving the Speaker Awards' Lifetime Achievement Award, revealing valuable lessons for speakers at all stages. They …

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Leading with Clarity | Minal Mehta 42:09

7M ago42:09

42:09

In this episode of Live Like a Leader, I’m joined by Minal Mehta, a leadership coach with deep experience in the tech world. Minal has worked at top companies like Google, LinkedIn, and Amazon, and now helps ambitious leaders align their careers with their true selves while bringing joy and ease into their lives. We dive into her journey from high-…

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Exploring the Future of Tech with Robert Scoble | AI, Innovation, and Lessons from the Past 56:07

8M ago56:07

56:07

Robert Scoble is the Founder of Unaligned.io and has written seven books on tech worldwide. He worked as a strategist at Microsoft, got the first ride in a Tesla from Elon Musk, was the first to ride in an autonomous Mercedes, was the 79th user of Instagram, and launched Siri in his house. He's been a first mover and early adopter for a very long t…

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From Real Estate to Real Impact: How Nikki Greenberg Built Her Speaking Business 26:00

8M ago26:00

26:00

In this episode of the Speaking Business podcast, I sit down with world-renowned futurist and keynote speaker Nikki Greenberg. With a background in real estate and technology, Nikki transitioned from designing skyscrapers to designing impactful keynote speeches on the future of cities and innovation. Nikki shares how she built her speaking career f…

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Unlocking Growth with Steve Sumner 32:11

8M ago32:11

32:11

In this episode of the Speaking Business Podcast, Maria Franzoni reconnects with her very first boss, Steve Sumner, a trailblazer in high street sports retail and a pioneer of online business strategies. With over 40 years of experience, Steve has helped build multi-billion-pound businesses and launched five successful startups. In the episode, he'…

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Can I Bring My Faith To Work? | Melissa White 46:52

9M ago46:52

46:52

As an emerging global voice, Melissa advocates for a new generation of millennial leaders in the workplace and the community. This especially includes work to bridge the generational communication and leadership gaps in corporate spaces and civic leadership. She is a multi-hyphenate leader who specializes in inclusion, leadership, program developme…

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The Power of Letting Go | Jim Britt 48:09

9M ago48:09

48:09

Jim Britt is the author of 15 best-selling books and nine #1 International Best sellers and multiple online programs. Some of his many titles include Rings of Truth, Do This. Get Rich-For Entrepreneurs, Do This. Get Rich! for Network Marketers, Unleashing Your Authentic Power, The Power of Letting Go, and Cracking the Rich Code. He is an internatio…

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Building a Successful Speaking Business: Insights and Advice from Mark Denton 33:39

9M ago33:39

33:39

Join us in this exciting episode of the Speaking Business podcast as we dive deep into the world of leadership, resilience, and high-performance teamwork with multi-award-winning speaker Mark Denton. Mark shares his incredible journey from leading a team to victory in the world's most challenging yacht race to becoming a sought-after keynote speake…

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A Mind For All Seasons | Eric Collett 45:49

9M ago45:49

45:49

Eric Collett is the Principal and CEO of A Mind For All Seasons, LLC, an innovative company specializing in helping clients of all ages optimize their cognitive functioning and improve symptoms of post-concussive disorders, dementia, brain fog, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other brain-related conditions. Eric is a licensed residential care admini…

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It's Not About You, It's About Helping the Audience | Sarah Gershman 40:07

10M ago40:07

40:07

Sarah has spent the last 15 years coaching global executives in over 50 industries and is the founder and owner of Green Room Speakers. Whether preparing for a keynote address, briefing senior officials or pitching a product, Sarah helps leaders find their core message – and make that message stick. Sarah works with executives in Fortune 50 compani…

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Bot or Not? The New Era of Digital Verification | Liam Hale McCarty 42:49

10M ago42:49

42:49

Liam McCarty is the founder and CEO of Verified Inc., a digital identity company that helps companies onboard people faster, offer one-click signup for their services, and helps people verify who's sending them messages—is it a real person or a bot? You'll enjoy Liam's take on leadership and personal growth, too! Find Liam at https://www.linkedin.c…

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The Zen of Social Media Marketing | Shama Hyder 46:07

10M ago46:07

46:07

Shama Hyder is a well-respected and early pioneer in the world of social media. She brings a rare “from the trenches” perspective. She’s the Founder and CEO of Zen Media, one of today’s leading B2B marketing and PR companies in the country. Shama is also an active Henry Crown Fellow within the Aspen Global Leadership Network at the Aspen Institute.…

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I Survived an Avalanche! | Shelley Anderson 45:10

10M ago45:10

45:10

In 2017, Shelley survived an avalanche while on a heliboarding trip in Colorado’s backcountry. This little wake-up call reminded her to not put off pursuing the things you are passionate about and to appreciate the ones you love most of all. Shelley loves the craft of voice acting as much as Shelley loves gliding down trails and slopes. So, Shelley…

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Out as Humans | Gerardo Segat 42:33

11M ago42:33

42:33

Gerardo Segat is an international leadership coach and host of the live show "Out As Humans." His purpose and legacy is to humanize leadership. Following a wealth of experiences as an entrepreneur, chairman, and CEO, Gerardo has used his leadership background to create Preludes: a coaching program created to humanize leaders, organizations, and the…

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Bring Back Intimacy | Jami and Marla Keller 47:25

11M ago47:25

47:25

Jami and Marla are on a mission to rescue marriages from the brink of giving up, transforming them into vibrant connections filled with joy and deeper happiness than ever before! Together, they will help you turn your love story into an inspiring tale of connection and joy! Their vision is a world where every marriage flourishes, transcending defea…

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Get started using AI in your Speaking Business with Ben Gold 36:14

11M ago36:14

36:14

In the latest episode of my Speaking Business podcast, I interview AI expert Ben Gold, delving into his extensive experience in technology and AI. Ben shares insights from his 20-year career in tech sales, particularly focusing on the transformative impact of generative AI. He discusses practical applications of AI, emphasizing how speakers and bus…

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A Whole New Outlook on Work and Productivity | John Briggs 41:23

11M ago41:23

41:23

John Briggs is known for going against the Big 4 Accounting firms with his “new workday normal” Rockstar business culture and jaw-dropping revenue increases of 492%! But how did he do it? Many people have been dying to know John’s secrets. Fear not, because he recently composed all his stellar business advice, from epic failures to his greatest suc…

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Unmanaged | Jack Skeels 46:53

12M ago46:53

46:53

Jack Skeels is a former RAND senior analyst and agency executive. He is the CEO of AgencyAgile, an operations consulting and coaching firm that has helped over 200 agencies, consultancies, and other project-driven organizations go better, faster, and happier. Jack’s new book, Unmanaged: Master the Magic of Creating Empowered and Happy Organizations…

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Hire Better People Faster | Ryan Englin 51:48

12M ago51:48

51:48

Ryan Englin is a force. Meaning, he’s a disruptive new wave. When he speaks, you’ll sense a particular energy you haven’t felt before. Because he’s leveling tradition, and he’s completely revamping the way business owners across the country think about their next hire. Ryan is passionate about supporting small businesses in blue-collar industries. …

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Get Your Small Business Unstuck | Barry Moltz 40:48

12M ago40:48

40:48

Barry gets small businesses unstuck. As a small business expert, Barry Moltz gets owners growing again by unlocking their long-forgotten potential. With decades of entrepreneurial experience in his own business ventures as well as consulting countless other entrepreneurs, Barry has discovered the formula to get stuck business owners unstuck and mar…

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Provocative and Unconventional Views of Leadership | Don Schmincke 55:57

1y ago55:57

55:57

The NY press accuses Don Schmincke of providing “the most provocative view of leadership than any other speaker.” What else would you expect from an MIT and Johns Hopkins researcher who was nearly arrested as a capitalist spy in the Soviet Bloc, got shot off an aircraft carrier, survived in the Kurdish capital as Iran took U.S. Embassy hostages, wa…

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Connection, Community, and Meaning | Ken Eslick 1:02:52

1y ago1:02:52

1:02:52

Ken Eslick is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Leaders Lab - an Executive Leadership Recruiting Firm, and he's the host of "The Leaders Lab Podcast," a weekly show that delves into the world of leadership and personal development. As a Tony Robbins Trainer and President/Founder of The Leaders Lab, Ken shares actionable advice and lessons from great le…

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Leadership Through Radical Self-Inquiry | Jerry Colonna 53:26

1y ago53:26

53:26

“The best way to overcome the inevitable loneliness of life at the top may be to connect and mindfully attend to the process that’s already underway – the unconscious sharing that undergirds every relationship.” Leadership through radical self-inquiry. This is the driving idea behind the work of Jerry Colonna. For over two decades, he has been dedi…

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Through the Lens of Observation | Robert Houser 47:54

1y ago47:54

47:54

Robert Houser is New England, born and raised. Though he has lived in California all his adult life, you cannot take the New Englander out of him. It follows him. He's determinedly independent, critically frugal, he doesn't take himself too seriously, and yes, sarcasm slides in as an icebreaker. Photography entered his life at RISD, an extra course…

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Be Bigger, Be Better, Be Here Now | Shawn Antonio 51:39

1y ago51:39

51:39

There is nobody quite like life coach, author, and motivational speaker Shawn Antonio. Shawn specializes in helping people lean into their purpose and inspiring and motivating them to be bigger and better, no matter their personal circumstances in life. Shawn has died twice, almost four times. But - he keeps coming back. Shawn knows he has a bigger…

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United by Curiosity | Kelly Stoetzel 54:05

1y ago54:05

54:05

Kelly Stoetzel is an energetic executive leader who brings creativity, strategic thinking, and curiosity to her work. Her focus is on spreading knowledge and ideas through content and experiences and on building, growing, and nurturing the communities around them. She loves working with impact-driven organizations and collaborating with others on d…

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All Things Microbiome | Ruairi Robertson 33:43

1y ago33:43

33:43

Dr. Ruairi Robertson is a scientist studying the human gut microbiome. He is fascinated by how microbes influence the human body, and his research examines the amazing interactions between microbes and human health and disease from belly to brain. Since he started his scientific career, he has garnered many awards, including: B.Sc in Human Nutritio…

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#171 Donald Miller's secret playbook to building a million dollar coaching business 11:32

1y ago11:32

11:32

In this must-watch episode, Donald Miller is back on The Unconventionalists podcast to dive into his latest masterpiece, "Coach Builder," launching tomorrow! Get ready to grab your copy at CoachBuilder.com or from your favourite book store.🌟 In this episode we talked about why did Donald Miller suddenly decide to write about building a lucrative co…

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#170 Daniel Costa Gil - Against all odds: A tale of loss, love, and Resilience 1:51:46

1+ y ago1:51:46

1:51:46

In this profoundly moving episode of The Unconventionalists podcast, Mark Leruste sits down with Daniel Costa Gil, a man whose life story embodies the very essence of human resilience and hope. Born as the youngest of four brothers in South Africa, our guest this week is the sole survivor of a family that faced an unimaginable cascade of tragedies.…

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#169 Donald Miller - How a Fatherless Boy Built a $15M Empire & Transformed His Life Story 53:08

1+ y ago53:08

53:08

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of The Unconventionalists podcast! Today, I'm thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with the incredible Donald Miller, CEO of Business Made Simple and StoryBrand, and the author of 13 transformative books. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Don on the eve of Thanks Giving and dive into the myria…

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What is a Speaker Manager and what do they do? With Diana Stoney 28:35

1+ y ago28:35

28:35

My guest today is the Founder and Director of Behind The Mic, a speaker management and consulting agency in London. With over 15 years experience in the speaking industry, she has worked in both the US and UK markets. She has made a career out of helping inspirational, thought-leaders share their expertise on stages across the globe."…

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#14 Eileen Wiediger: Is Community the New Stress Buster? 31:42

2y ago31:42

31:42

Get ready to dive into a deep chat with Eileen Wiediger, the dynamo behind Stress Rescue! From her roots in academia to her innovative entrepreneurial ventures, she's bringing stress relief to women around the globe. And guess what? It's all happening online. Intrigued? You should be! Does Stress Relief Need a Community Approach? Can Sharing Your O…

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#168 Did Glow in the Dark win a Business Book Award...? 27:53

2y ago27:53

27:53

Last night Mark Leruste attended the official Business Book Awards 2023 Gala Dinner in London, as his book Glow in the Dark was Shortlisted for a Business Book Award under the “Business Self-Development Book” category. Hundreds of authors had submitted their non-fiction business books to be considered for the competition but in the end, only a hund…

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From a mindset of poverty to a high paying speaking business with Jaz Ampaw-Farr 36:09

2y ago36:09

36:09

As CEO of Human First Ltd, Jaz Ampaw-Farr helps leaders who want to influence, inspire and motivate their teams with greater engagement in order to grow their businesses and leave a lifelong legacy. Jaz combines lessons learned from a challenging and often brutal childhood with those from her rise TV presenter, TEDx Speaker, stand-up comedian and Z…

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#13: Joanne Flynn Black of Launch B4 36:26

2y ago36:26

36:26

Remember - every time a guest tells a story using one of our StoryCards, we'll give you a unique code that you can enter into the FREE Story Captain app. That will unlock the card, and all of its thought-provoking topics, questions, and prompts, so you can create your own authentic social content that your audience will love. Sign up and get starte…

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#167 Grow the f*ck up with Sarah Knight 53:09

2y ago53:09

53:09

In this week's special episode of The Unconventionalsits podcast, Mark Leruste sits down with global best-selling author Sarah Knight whose books have sold more than 3 million copies worldwide and her TEDx talk has been watched more than 10 million times! Her new book "Grow the F*ck Up: How to be an adult and get treated like one" is officially out…

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#12: Owen Turner of United by Design 54:47

2y ago54:47

54:47

Remember - every time a guest tells a story using one of our StoryCards, we'll give you a unique code that you can enter into the FREE Story Captain app. That will unlock the card, and all of its thought-provoking topics, questions, and prompts, so you can create your own authentic social content that your audience will love. Sign up and get starte…

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#11 Mark Leruste: Is Storytelling the True Essence of Leadership? 56:44

2y ago56:44

56:44

This episode features the one and only Mark Leruste! Mark has built a reputation as an unconventional leadership coach, infusing real-world wisdom with inspiring insights. Settle in as he uncovers a fresh perspective on the evolving landscape of storytelling. The Subtle Art of Unearthing Authentic Leadership Personal Branding: A Fad or the Future? …

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