#1 Introducing The Learning To Lead Show

Introduction to the Learning to Lead Show In this inaugural episode of the Learning to Lead Show, host Mark Cundiff introduces his new podcast, sharing his journey from a salesman to a plant manager who found a passion for leadership. Mark discusses the lack of training during his transition and how John Maxwell's '21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership' ignited his lifelong commitment to learning about leadership. The podcast aims to teach curated content from the plethora of books Mark reads and to feature interviews with frontline leaders. The goal is to equip, inspire, and help listeners grow from being good leaders to great ones. Mark also offers a free Leadership Guide in the show notes and previews the next episode's guest, Sean Eisenhower. 00:00 Welcome to the Learning to Lead Show 00:17 My Journey from Salesman to Plant Manager 01:15 Discovering the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership 02:17 The Purpose of This Podcast 02:53 Insights from Frontline Leaders 03:36 The Importance of Leadership in All Areas of Life 04:15 Always Make Your Future Bigger Than Your Past 05:37 Conclusion and Next Steps Books Mentioned on Today's Episode The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership The Laws of Lifetime Growth Free Learning To Lead Resources Free Book: The Trust Gap The Learning To Lead Newsletter LeaderNotes 🔎 About LeaderNotes LeaderNotes is a quick-hit companion to each episode of The Learning to Lead Show. In just 5–10 minutes, Mark Cundiff recaps the top leadership insights, frameworks, and action steps from each interview, designed for busy, growth-minded leaders who want to review and apply the episode’s biggest takeaways on the go. It’s like the highlight reel + playbook—all in one. Contact Mark at: [email protected]