On today's McCoy Leadership Podcast, we sat down with Mitchell Osmond, coach and host of the Dad Nation Podcast. Mitchell shared his powerful journey from personal struggle to success, talking candidly about overcoming family dysfunction, debt, and addiction, and how he rebuilt his home, health, and happiness. We dove into the importance of community, being open to help, and practical steps for maintaining balance as a leader and a dad. Whether you're navigating your own challenges or looking to grow, there’s a ton of inspiration and actionable advice in this episode. Check it out to elevate your impact—both at work and at home.

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00:00 Coaching Men for Fulfillment

03:47 "Living a Life of Legacy"

08:23 Family Dynamics Affecting Marriage

13:32 Breaking Autopilot to Embrace Change

14:23 "Iron Five: Power of Community"

18:05 "Why Helping Others Feels Mutual"

23:19 "Listen or Solve?"

24:40 "Men, Overwhelm, and Seeking Help"

28:50 "Identifying Energy Drainers"

30:33 "Prioritization and Personal Mission"

35:09 Defining Success Beyond Work Metrics

40:01 "ChatGPT: A Game-Changing Tool"

41:29 "Thanks for Your Support!"

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Here are my top 3 takeaways:

• Your Past Is Your Power:

  Mitchell Osmond reminds us that the struggles we've overcome uniquely qualify us to help others walking similar paths. Our lived experiences are not just scars—they’re credentials for contributing authentic value.

• Redefine Success on Your Own Terms: It's easy to chase external definitions of success, but true fulfillment comes from having your own “success statements.” Whether it’s being present with family or achieving professional goals, clarity and regular check-ins help keep your journey intentional and rewarding.

• Community & Accountability Are Game Changers: Transformation doesn’t happen in isolation.

  Mitchell Osmond’s “Iron Five” framework highlights the importance of surrounding yourself with people who elevate you—those who are willing to both support and challenge you.

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On today’s episode of the McCoy Leadership Podcast, I sat down with Joel Goldberg, veteran sports broadcaster and author, as he shared powerful lessons from his journey in baseball and business. Joel dove into the importance of building trust, practicing your craft, and how small daily actions lead to big success—whether you’re leading a major league team or growing your company. If you’re ready to step up your leadership, connect authentically, and drive results, this conversation is packed with insights you can use right now.

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00:00 Broadcasting, Baseball, and Business Ventures

05:39 Social Media's Impact on Socializing

07:32 "Work, Learning, and Digital Socializing"

11:23 "Job Hunting Before the Internet"

15:15 "Importance of Communication Cues"

17:02 "Growth, Connection, and Success Advice"

21:35 "Start Writing by Logging Thoughts"

25:00 "Building Trust Through Interviews"

30:08 Accountability and Leadership in Sports

32:07 "Baseball Misread and Coaching Error"

37:18 "Small Ball, Big Impact"

38:43 Storytelling for Everyday Inspiration

43:36 "Raising Others One Inch"

46:07 "Controlling Energy Over Outcomes"

49:21 "Legacy of the Negro Leagues"

51:18 iPad Pro: Game Day Essential

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Key Takeaways:

• Relationships Matter More Than Ever: Whether it’s breaking into TV with resume tapes (or links!), or standing out in a sea of LinkedIn messages, Joel Goldberg emphasized that personal connection—through a phone call, email, or face-to-face meeting—truly sets you apart.

• Small Ball, Big Results: Success isn’t just about home runs. Joel Goldberg shared how small, intentional actions—like accountability, trust-building, and doing the little things no one sees—add up to transformational results, both in baseball and business.

• Leaders Lift Others Up: Great leaders show positivity and are “energy givers.” Whether you’re an athlete, executive, or entrepreneur, creating a safe environment and taking responsibility—especially when things go wrong—cultivates trust and lasting impact on your team.

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Book Recommendations

The Soul of Baseball

Small Ball Big Dreams

Small Ball Big Results

On this episode of the McCoy Leadership Podcast, I sat down with Adam Malone, founder of the Tenacious Operator. We dove deep into what it really takes to build trust and resilience in teams—whether you’re leading in the boardroom or on the plant floor. Adam shared his journey from navigating distrust in the corporate world to becoming a leadership consultant, and we explored how empathy, authentic communication, and embracing healthy conflict can transform not only your business, but your whole community. If you want to elevate your impact as a leader, don’t miss these powerful insights!

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00:00 "Resilience Amid Nexus of Distrust"

05:25 No "They" in Teamwork

06:13 Empathy Builds Trust in Leadership

11:55 Workplace Communication Challenges

13:01 "Fostering Healthy Conflict Through Humility"

19:12 Embracing Conflict in Leadership

22:12 Merit-Based Diversity Hiring

25:34 Understanding Trust, Bias, and Leadership

27:59 "Communication and Connection Journey"

30:18 "Impact of Empathy and Trust"

34:17 Avoid Assuming Intent

37:46 AirPods and Perplexity Insights

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Here are 3 key takeaways that resonated with me:

🔹 Trust is Built on Empathy and Authenticity: Adam shared that trust hinges on leaders consistently demonstrating empathy ("Do you care about me?") and showing up authentically. When people feel seen and understood, team cohesion and performance soar.

🔹 Healthy Conflict Requires Intellectual Fallibility: Great leaders create environments where it’s safe to disagree and share ideas, addressing issues rather than avoiding them. Embracing the idea that we don’t have all the answers paves the way for better solutions and genuine collaboration.

🔹 The Value of Diverse Teams is Unlocked Through Psychological Safety: It’s not enough to focus on demographic diversity. Adam emphasized that the performance edge comes when teams are diverse and psychologically safe—so every voice can be heard and conflict becomes constructive, not destructive.

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Links

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Book Recommendations

It's Your Ship

Unreasonable Hospitality