No Limit Leadership
No Limit Leadership is the go-to podcast for growth-minded executives, middle managers, and team leaders who want more than surface-level leadership advice. Hosted by executive coach and former Special Forces commander Sean Patton, this show explores modern leadership, self-leadership, and the real-world strategies that build high-performing teams. Whether you're focused on leadership development, building a coaching culture, improving leadership communication, or strengthening team accountability, each episode equips you with actionable insights to unlock leadership potential across your organization. From designing onboarding systems that retain talent to asking better questions that drive clarity and impact, No Limit Leadership helps you lead yourself first so you can lead others better. If you're ready to create a culture of ownership, resilience, and results, this leadership podcast is for you.
Episodes
Many aspiring leaders misunderstand leadership as task delegation and performance oversight, missing its human core.
Leadership isn’t just what you do—it’s who you become.
In this episode, Jim Carlough, Chief Sales Officer at mPulse and author of The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership, shares hard-earned wisdom from decades in healthcare tech and mentorship. From his formative years under Ross Perot to leading with ...
Are you an entrepreneur or leader struggling to scale your business and empower your team?
In this episode of No Limit Leadership, host Sean Patton sits down with Sam Davidson, CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, seasoned founder, and leadership expert. Together, they explore how to transition from founder to leader, build trust with teams you didn’t hire, and develop the mindset and systems required to grow a purpose-driven b...
Why long-term success starts with self-leadership and how to align who you are with the business you’re building.
Why You Need to Listen:
Most entrepreneurs focus on tactics and hustle, but overlook the one thing that actually determines long-term success: self-leadership. In this episode, business coach and columnist Chris Wilkinson joins Sean Patton to break down why your inner game is the key to outer performance. If you're b...
In this episode of No Limit Leadership, I sit down with Jim Stevenson—founder and CEO of the Bletchley Group, a global growth consultancy helping organizations align strategy, culture, and technology.
We dive into what most leaders get wrong about data, why OKRs (not KPIs) are the key to alignment, and how AI is transforming leadership in real time. Jim shares how to create psychological safety, drive clarity, and build teams that w...
What if the secret to great leadership isn’t more strategy—but more soul?
In this episode of No Limits Leadership, I’m joined by Valerie Sandjivy, a global leadership mentor and founder of EllipsUS. With over 20 years of experience across France, the U.S., and Asia, Valerie helps C-suite leaders and entrepreneurs master the inner and outer game of leadership by balancing structure and soul, logic and intuition, discipline and play.
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If you're a growth-minded executive, founder, or team leader looking to build a high-trust, high-performance culture—this episode is for you.
Ken Proctor is an executive coach and former CEO who helps organizations turn middle managers into culture carriers. In this conversation, we unpack how leaders can drive accountability, engagement, and retention not by giving better answers—but by asking better questions.
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What if your team could recite your mission without looking it up—and actually believe in it?
In this powerful episode, Sean sits down with retired Air Force Squadron Commander and leadership expert Alex Ramos to unpack one of the most underrated tools for building high-performance culture: a six-word mission that lives in your team’s hearts, not just your handbook.
They explore how Alex used this strategy—what he calls a VisMis—to a...
In this episode of No Limits Leadership, Sean Patton sits down with Tony Martignetti, bestselling author, leadership advisor, and founder of Inspired Purpose Coaching. With a unique background in biotech, finance, and executive coaching, Tony has helped high-performing leaders redefine success by reconnecting with their deeper purpose.
Together, Sean and Tony dive into the dangers of burnout, how to recognize the early signs of misa...
Talent might get you noticed.
But resilience is what keeps you in the game.
In this episode of No Limits Leadership, I sit down with Ryan Lavarnway—MLB veteran, Olympian, and leadership speaker—to unpack what it really takes to lead, grow, and thrive over the long haul.
Ryan shares stories of being cut 26 times in his pro baseball career, choosing purpose over prestige, and how to lead people based on who they are, not just what...
“74.9% of people think they’re great listeners. Only 12.8% of people feel truly heard. Someone’s lying—and it might be you.”
That gap is costing you trust, performance, innovation, and talent. In this powerful episode of No Limits Leadership, Sean Patton sits down with global listening expert and author of How to Listen, Oscar Trimboli, to uncover why most leaders are failing at one of the most essential leadership skills...
If your body is breaking down, your leadership is next. In this episode, we’re tackling the unspoken truth about leadership performance: it starts with physical health. Because no matter how sharp your mind is—if your body can’t carry the mission, everything suffers.
I’m joined by Dr. Brandon Parker, chiropractor, movement expert, and creator of The Revival Method. His approach goes beyond rehab—it’s about building a body that’s str...
Leadership is not about authority—it’s about connection. Yet too many leaders unintentionally create environments where employees feel unheard, undervalued, and unmotivated. In this episode of No Limits Leadership, I sat down with Jen Halpern, founder of Soft Sell Coaching, to discuss how leaders can foster trust, build engagement, and balance high expectations with authentic connection. Whether you lead a sales team, an executive ...
How do the best leaders stay calm and effective under extreme pressure? In this episode of No Limits Leadership, I sit down with Suzanne "Xena" Lesko, a retired Navy captain, combat veteran, and global leadership expert, to break down the mindset, habits, and skills required to lead through adversity.
Suzanne shares her journey from the Naval Academy to the cockpit, leading high-stakes missions and navigating the challenge...
In this powerful episode of the No Limits Leadership Podcast, host Sean Patton sits down with his longtime friend and West Point classmate, Matt Van Epps. Matt currently serves as the Commissioner of General Services for the state of Tennessee, bringing his military-honed leadership skills to the public sector. He is also a former aviation commander in the elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR), where he led some o...
Most leaders are stuck in a cycle of people-pleasing, overcommitting, and avoiding the hard truths—and it’s killing their impact. In this episode, I sit down with Lantz Howard, executive coach and founder of Champion Hope, to break down what it really takes to lead with confidence, clarity, and conviction. Lantz helps high-achieving leaders escape burnout, develop emotional resilience, and take full ownership of their decisions. If...
Are you stuck in the endless grind of managing every little detail, fixing your team’s mistakes, and feeling like the weight of the entire business is on your shoulders? In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Torf, a veteran leader with over 40 years of experience, to unpack a game-changing leadership strategy: the Push-Pull Theory. You’ll learn how to stop micromanaging, empower your team to take ownership, and free up your time ...
In this engaging conversation, Sean Patton and Schuyler Williamson explore the multifaceted nature of leadership, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, self-leadership, and the ability to learn from adversity. They discuss how energy and influence play crucial roles in effective leadership, the significance of having a purpose that extends beyond oneself, and the dynamics of teamwork. Schuyler shares insights from his military ...
In this No Limits Leadership Podcast episode, host Sean Patton interviews life and leadership coach Cayla Horey. They discuss Cayla's journey into leadership coaching, the challenges small business owners face, the importance of delegation, and the role of self-leadership in achieving success. Cayla emphasizes the need for awareness and mindset shifts to improve leadership effectiveness and shares practical strategies for effe...
In this No Limits Leadership podcast episode, Sean Patton interviews Ron Crabtree, who shares insights on digital transformation, its components, and the challenges organizations face in implementing change. Ron emphasizes the importance of understanding the interplay between people, processes, and technology and discusses the ongoing labor shortage in various industries. He highlights the critical role of effective change manageme...
Summary
In this episode of No Limits Leadership, Sean sits down with Scott Jarrell, a military veteran, healthcare leader, and entrepreneur dedicated to improving men’s health. Scott shares his journey from military service to building a mission-driven business, highlighting the power of vulnerability, resilience, and leading with love in every aspect of life.
Scott shares his journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a lead...
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