Live Like a Leader with John Bates

Today I sit down with Pete Sacco —entrepreneur, technologist, “modern-day mystic,” and a 30-year veteran of designing, building, and operating serious data centers . Pete is also the founder of Gray Wolf Data Centers...

Today I sit down with Jess Jensen , founder and CEO of Copilot Communications , where she helps executives build trust, credibility, and warmth online so they can open doors to clients, partners, and opportunity. Jess...

In this episode of Live Like a Leader , I sit down with organizational development expert Gil Crosby ( https://www.crosbyod.com/) to explore timeless principles for change, leadership, and frontline empowerment. Learn...

🧠 Key Topics we discussed in this episode: Dean’s path from West Point to entrepreneurship How Ranger School forged his leadership mindset What “authentically American” really means—and why it matters The challenges...

We dive into: Why your beingness is the brand—and how to access it The quiet resistance most leaders carry that keeps them from full expression Her philosophy on “branding from the inside out” How she helps clients...

In this episode, we cover: ✅ How Jeremiah went from bootstrapping websites during the dot-com boom to building a global cybersecurity business. ✅ Why most cybercrime isn’t about “hacking systems,” it’s about hacking...

In this episode with Thom Shea, we cover: What makes someone truly “unbreakable” How to survive the worst day of your life, and what happens if you don’t give up Why “just doing the basics” is often the most advanced...

We get into interesting topics like: Why communicating with human beings isn’t logical—it’s biological What Navy SEALs, elite surgeons, and business leaders all get wrong about stress and recovery The surprising ways...

In our conversation, we explore: What it was like to fly the legendary F-4 Phantom into combat. The moment his jet exploded — and the life-altering seconds that followed. What helped him survive nearly six years as a...

In this episode, you’ll hear: Why TEDx is hyper-local —and why that matters more than you think. The one mistake I made in my first TED experience (and what it taught me). Why feedback must start with self-awareness...

Kijuan doesn’t just talk about resilience—he embodies it. Whether you’re going through a tough season or just need a reminder of how strong you really are, this episode will leave you inspired and empowered. 💥 Here’s...

From snapping shrimp to blue whales, from silence to soundscapes, we cover: Why diversity of opinion is vital in leadership How sound affects everything from productivity to health Simple daily practices to instantly...

Jennifer Kaplan is the founder and CEO of Evolve Public Relations and Marketing, a premier PR agency she established in 2010 to help businesses and professionals authentically tell their stories. With a communications...

What You’ll Learn: Why real leaders don’t always have the title—or the power How Becky’s Stoic-inspired Choose the Handle That Holds became a guidebook for life and leadership The difference between authentic...

What You’ll Learn: Why the “Rule of Three” is a leadership game changer The origin and impact of Atlas’ TEDx talk: Start with Who What pirate leadership teaches us about trust and motivation Why success leaves clues—and...