How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange

Kenny Lange
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Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth. Key Topics Covered: - Emotional goals and effective leadership - Coaching and employee retention - Innovation and AI in business - Escaping hustle culture - Building strong organizational values - Adaptability in nonprofit leadership - The intersection of personal growth and spirituality Join us every Wednesday to transform your leadership approach and unlock your potential. Subscribe now and never miss an episode! Subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Visit our website at kennylange.com for more resources and updates.

  1. Awareness - The Inner Loop Series Part 1

    6D AGO

    Awareness - The Inner Loop Series Part 1

    Most leadership breakdowns aren’t execution problems — they’re diagnosis problems. In this episode of How Leaders Think, Kenny Lange kicks off a three-part Inner Loop series by unpacking awareness, the foundational stage of real transformation. You’ll learn why leaders can’t change what they can’t see, how blind spots limit teams and organizations, and how awareness functions differently at the lead, grow, and scale stages of leadership. This episode is for leaders who want clarity before action and transformation that actually lasts. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ 00:00 - Leadership awareness & Inner Loop intro 01:00 - Why awareness is the first step in leadership 01:28 - Symptoms vs diagnosis in leadership failure 02:00 - Naming reality without shame as a leader 03:00 - Lead, grow, scale: three awareness levels 03:16 - Leadership blind spots that limit growth 04:00 - Kenny’s Enneagram 8 leadership blind spot 05:00 - Leadership self-awareness tools explained 07:00 - Team awareness in the growth stage 08:00 - Why visionary teams struggle to execute 09:20 - Diagnosing team wiring & misalignment 11:00 - Organizational awareness & scaling stages 13:00 - Whitewater leadership case study 16:20 - Awareness before alignment (what’s next) Hashtags #HowLeadersThink #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveLeadership #OrganizationalGrowth

    20 min
  2. How Cory Patton Thinks About Slowing Down for Better Leadership

    DEC 10

    How Cory Patton Thinks About Slowing Down for Better Leadership

    Finance leader and ministry founder Cory Patton joins Kenny Lange to talk about why slowing down might be the most strategic move a leader can make. Cory unpacks the “never enough” trap, the difference between icing and cake in both faith and business, and why hurry makes it nearly impossible to love God and people well. Drawing from Scripture, spiritual formation, and his own journey, he shows how the pace of discipleship is slow—and how that slow pace actually leads to better decisions, deeper relationships, and more meaningful results. If you’ve felt driven, hurried, or secretly exhausted as a leader, this conversation will help you rethink your pace and return to abiding in Jesus as your source of strength and clarity. Links to Listen Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Show Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Cory’s Resources Website: https://justabidedaily.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-patton-cpa-ccifp-b72081246/ Podcast: https://justabidedaily.org/podcast/ Books Mentioned The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry – John Mark Comer Living Fearless – Jamie Winship Atomic Habits – James Clear The Only Leaders Worth Following – concept by Tim Spiker

    38 min
  3. How Shronica Holmes Thinks About Pace & Timing for Avoiding Burnout

    DEC 3

    How Shronica Holmes Thinks About Pace & Timing for Avoiding Burnout

    Shronica Holmes joins Kenny Lange for a powerful conversation about leadership, purpose, and learning to choose peace over profit. She shares her journey from senior care to foster-care advocacy, her philosophy of “resizing” life and business, and the patterns that helped her identify her calling. This episode is full of practical wisdom for leaders navigating burnout, big vision, and the pressure to perform. If you're seeking clarity, healthier pacing, and alignment in your work, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Shronica Holmes Resources Website: https://www.dontputmeinanursinghome.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shronica-randle-holmes-mba-852ba1bb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_influencer Facebook: The Rose Residential Care Home, LLC Book / Program: https://www.thegrouphomeconsultant.com Hashtags #HowLeadersThink #LeadershipDevelopment #EntrepreneurMindset #PurposeDrivenLeadership

    41 min
  4. How Carrie-Ann Jasper Yearty Thinks About Building People-First Cultures for Eternal Impact

    NOV 26

    How Carrie-Ann Jasper Yearty Thinks About Building People-First Cultures for Eternal Impact

    Join Kenny Lange as he sits down with Carrie-Ann Jasper Yearty, VP of People & Culture and Owner at Jasper Ventures, Inc., for a powerful conversation about integrating faith, leadership, and organizational culture. As a passionate Enneagram 8 leader, Carrie-Ann shares her unique approach to challenging and encouraging others to reach their God-given potential while creating eternal impact through their daily work. Discover how to build people-first cultures that drive both business success and kingdom significance. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Carrie-Ann Jasper Yearty Resources Website: www.jasperventuresinc.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrieannjasperyearty/ Hashtags #HowLeadersThink #FaithBasedLeadership #PeopleAndCulture #Enneagram8

    53 min
  5. How Cary Matthews Thinks About Difficult Conversations for Stronger Relationships

    NOV 19

    How Cary Matthews Thinks About Difficult Conversations for Stronger Relationships

    Cary Matthews, Managing Partner at Opal Partners Group, joins Kenny Lange to share his journey from Fortune 100 companies to empowering small business owners. In this episode, Cary reveals the leadership mindsets and operational strategies that drive sustainable growth and resilience. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an aspiring entrepreneur, you’ll gain actionable insights on building strong teams, navigating change, and scaling your business with confidence. Tune in for a candid, practical conversation that will help you think like a leader and lead with purpose. Kenny’s “Scale Weekly” newsletter: https://kennylange.com/scale-weekly Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Cary Matthews Resources Website: https://opalpg.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmatt/ Hashtags #HowLeadersThink #BusinessLeadership #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessGrowth

    33 min
  6. How Cam Lawson Thinks About Human Centered Communication for Deeper Connections

    NOV 12

    How Cam Lawson Thinks About Human Centered Communication for Deeper Connections

    In this episode of “How Leaders Think,” Kenny Lange sits down with Cam Lawson, a strategic communication expert and partnership leader at Ninety. Cam shares actionable insights on how business leaders and entrepreneurs can harness the power of human-centered communication to drive meaningful connections and sustainable growth. With experience spanning startups to global brands, Cam’s approach blends academic rigor with real-world practicality. Whether you’re leading a team, building a brand, or scaling your organization, this conversation will equip you with fresh perspectives and proven strategies to elevate your leadership journey. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Cam Lawson Resources Website: https://ninety.io LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camlawson90/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninety.io/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ninetyio Hashtags #howleadersthink #leadershippodcast t #BusinessGrowth #entrepreneurship

    40 min
  7. How Stan Ward Thinks About Balancing AI and Human Insight for Better Decisions

    NOV 5

    How Stan Ward Thinks About Balancing AI and Human Insight for Better Decisions

    In this episode, Dr. Stan Ward joins Kenny Lange to explore how today’s leaders can harness the power of AI without sacrificing the human qualities that make leadership truly effective. Stan shares practical ways to integrate AI tools for productivity and insight, while emphasizing the irreplaceable value of empathy, connection, and authentic leadership. If you’re a business leader, nonprofit executive, or entrepreneur curious about using AI to enhance—not replace—your leadership, this conversation is for you. Discover how to lead with both innovation and heart. Listen on Other Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Stan Ward Resources Website: https://www.coachingforinfluence.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanleyjward Book: https://a.co/d/4P1HdNT Books Mentioned How to Beat Burnout: For Yourself, Your Family, and Your Team — https://a.co/d/4P1HdNT Hashtags #HowLeadersThink #AILeadership #HumanCenteredAI #EmpatheticLeadership

    35 min
  8. How Andrew Tarvin Thinks About Humor That Works for Business Success

    OCT 29

    How Andrew Tarvin Thinks About Humor That Works for Business Success

    Andrew Tarvin joins Kenny Lange on “How Leaders Think” to reveal how humor can transform leadership and drive real business results. As a Humor Engineer who’s worked with IBM, NASA, and the FBI, Andrew shares practical strategies for using laughter to boost engagement, creativity, and team performance. Discover why humor isn’t just fun—it’s a powerful leadership tool that anyone can learn. If you want to lead with authenticity and inspire your team, this episode is for you. Listen on Other Platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-think-with-kenny-lange/id1434737807 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wKtzb6KaF1vNlG9TsZkzh Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2tlZXAtcmlzaW5nLXdpdGgta2VubnktbGFuZ2U= Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b13c5d64-50db-4626-9685-c356116ec54b YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KennyLange/podcasts Website: https://howleadersthink.kennylange.com/ Andrew Tarvin Resources: Website: https://www.humorthatworks.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarvintalks/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/tarvintalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tarvintalks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tarvintalks Books Mentioned Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work - https://amzn.to/3J63vES Hashtags #HowLeadersThink #Leadership #BusinessHumor #AndrewTarvin

    58 min
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Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth. Key Topics Covered: - Emotional goals and effective leadership - Coaching and employee retention - Innovation and AI in business - Escaping hustle culture - Building strong organizational values - Adaptability in nonprofit leadership - The intersection of personal growth and spirituality Join us every Wednesday to transform your leadership approach and unlock your potential. Subscribe now and never miss an episode! Subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Visit our website at kennylange.com for more resources and updates.

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