Forge The Way

Adam Leeper

Forge The Way is more than just a podcast—it's a movement for veterans to find their next mission after the Military. Hosted by a visionary on a mission to guide 10,000,000 individuals toward their fullest potential, this show is your compass for discovering your purpose, defining your mission, and building the systems that will carry you forward on your unique path. Hosted by Coach Adam Leeper, an Officer in the Army National Guard (soon to be veteran). With a decade of coaching and development experience, I'm here to guide you!

  1. 03/05/2025

    HR’s Biggest Efficiency Mistake—And How AI Fixes It

    HR leaders waste 10+ hours a week on repetitive tasks like scheduling, data entry, and answering employee questions. What if AI could automate these headaches and give you back your time?In this video, we test AI against the 3 biggest time-wasting HR tasks to see if it really makes a difference. Spoiler: It does!🔍 What You’ll Learn:✅ The top 3 HR workflow traps killing your productivity✅ The best AI tools for scheduling, data entry, and FAQs✅ A 4-step framework to implement AI in your HR department✅ A real-world case study on how Volkswagen cut 45 days from their hiring process----------Free Resources Mentioned---------FREE AI Readiness Assessment: https://adam-uxmtyhi3.scoreapp.com5 Easy Ways to Use AI For Your Biz FREE Guide:https://stan.store/CoachAdamOther free resources to help you:1. Join my free newsletter: ⁠https://forgetheway.substack.com/⁠2. Schedule a free call: ⁠https://calendly.com/adamleeper-zmxu/60min⁠00:00 - The Hidden HR Time Sink—Are You Stuck in This Trap?01:26 - Why HR Leaders Are Losing Hours Every Day (And How to Fix It)02:40 - The Scheduling Nightmare Ends Here: AI’s Secret Weapon04:06 - Data Entry Fatigue? AI Does It Faster & Better05:25 - HR’s Most Repetitive Questions—Answered Instantly07:11 - 4 Simple Steps to Automate Your HR Workflows Today08:01 - Real Results: How Volkswagen Slashed 45 Days Off Hiring09:18 - HR’s Future: Work Smarter, Not Harder with AI#HRTech #AIAutomation #HRProductivity #HRWorkflow #HRLeaders #AIAIHR #HREfficiency #HRTools #HRTimeSaving #HRStrategy

    10 min
  2. 11/22/2024

    Why MORE veterans are CHOOSING business over 9-to-5

    Summary In this episode, Coach Adam discusses the unique advantages that veterans possess in the realm of entrepreneurship. He highlights successful veteran entrepreneurs, the skills developed during military service, and how these skills translate into business success. The conversation also delves into the importance of finding purpose in entrepreneurship, especially for transitioning service members, and the psychological motivations that drive veterans to pursue business ownership. Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help you: 1. Join my free newsletter: ⁠https://forgetheway.substack.com/⁠ 2. Schedule a free call: ⁠https://calendly.com/adamleeper-zmxu/60min⁠ 3. ChatGPT Prompts For Life & Business Success (FREE): ⁠https://www.forgeachievementcoaching.com/lead-funnel-3-cf-2-0--eb29f⁠ 4. Operation Pathfinder: ⁠https://youtu.be/q3J0zifyJxU⁠ Takeaways Veterans have a unique advantage in entrepreneurship. Successful veteran-owned businesses contribute over $1 trillion to the economy. Key skills from military service include discipline, leadership, and decision-making under pressure. Entrepreneurship can help veterans rediscover their sense of purpose after service. 52% of veterans report that entrepreneurship provides clarity and purpose. Veterans possess resilience and strategic risk-taking abilities. Framing business as a new mission can enhance fulfillment. Financial independence is a significant motivator for veterans. Veterans are often more efficient in structuring their time and tasks. The transition to civilian life can be overwhelming without a clear purpose. Chapters 00:00 Veterans as Entrepreneurs: An Overview 10:38 The Unique Skill Set of Veterans 18:42 Psychological Motivations for Veteran Entrepreneurship

    29 min
  3. 11/18/2024

    AI will WIN – do this NOW to stay RELEVANT

    Summary In this conversation, Coach Adam discusses the urgent need for individuals to transition from being 'forever apprentices' to mastering their creative genius in the face of advancing AI technology. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's unique creative abilities and how to leverage them in the evolving job market. Through a framework he introduces, listeners are guided on a journey of self-discovery to identify their genius zones and set actionable goals for the future. Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help you: 1. Join my free newsletter: https://forgetheway.substack.com/ 2. Schedule a free call: https://calendly.com/adamleeper-zmxu/60min 3. ChatGPT Prompts For Life & Business Success (FREE): https://www.forgeachievementcoaching.com/lead-funnel-3-cf-2-0--eb29f 4. Operation Pathfinder: https://youtu.be/q3J0zifyJxU Takeaways AI and robots are set to replace jobs soon. Understanding your creative genius is crucial. NASA's study shows a decline in creativity over time. Education systems often stifle creativity. AI will automate lower-level tasks, freeing up time for creative problem-solving. The creator economy will thrive on human-centric problems. The genius framework helps identify personal strengths. Action is necessary to turn knowledge into power. Mindset shifts from scarcity to abundance are essential. Slow, methodical approaches lead to sustainable success. Chapters 00:00 The Rise of AI and Job Displacement 05:07 The Impact of Education on Creativity 14:01 Defining Your Creative Genius 28:40 Setting a Course for the Future Tags: AI takeover, stay relevant with AI, AI future skills, AI career tips, future of work with AI, survive AI revolution, AI career survival, future-proof career AI, AI and job relevance, adapting to AI, AI skills for the future, winning with AI, AI guide for professionals, artificial intelligence impact, thrive with AI, how to stay relevant AI

    39 min
  4. 11/13/2024

    Forging A New Path For Veterans

    Summary In this episode, Adam Leeper announces a rebranding of his podcast, shifting focus towards veterans and their transition to civilian life. He emphasizes the importance of understanding one's life purpose and offers insights into entrepreneurship, aiming to empower veterans to find clarity and direction in their post-military careers. Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help you: 1. Join my free newsletter: https://forgetheway.substack.com/ 2. Schedule a free call: https://calendly.com/adamleeper-zmxu/60min 3. ChatGPT Prompts For Life & Business Success (FREE): https://www.forgeachievementcoaching.com/lead-funnel-3-cf-2-0--eb29f Takeaways The podcast will now focus on solo episodes rather than interviews. The target audience has shifted to veterans and service members. Adam aims to provide clarity on life after military service. Entrepreneurship is a viable path for veterans, backed by data. Veterans have unique advantages in business and self-employment. The podcast is rebranded from 'Scale with Leadership' to 'Forge the Way'. Finding life purpose is akin to navigating a journey. Adam wants to impact the lives of 10 million veterans. Action is crucial; listeners must implement what they learn. The podcast will include actionable challenges for listeners. Chapters 00:00 Podcast Rebranding Announcement 02:54 Target Audience Focus: Veterans 06:10 Entrepreneurship Insights for Veterans 08:53 Life Purpose and Forging Your Path

    13 min

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Forge The Way is more than just a podcast—it's a movement for veterans to find their next mission after the Military. Hosted by a visionary on a mission to guide 10,000,000 individuals toward their fullest potential, this show is your compass for discovering your purpose, defining your mission, and building the systems that will carry you forward on your unique path. Hosted by Coach Adam Leeper, an Officer in the Army National Guard (soon to be veteran). With a decade of coaching and development experience, I'm here to guide you!