What if self-trust is not something you build over time, but a decision you can make right now?

Dr. Wayne Pernell talks with self-trust business coach, author, strategist, and podcast host Dawn Ledet about moving before certainty arrives. Dawn shares how a season of “overworking and underliving” exposed her reliance on external validation—and led her to rethink confidence, identity, self-sabotage, and follow-through.

You’ll discover why fixed labels such as “procrastinator” or “self-saboteur” can weaken your agency, how to treat decisions as data, and how Dawn’s “lobby” and “inner room” metaphor can help you relate differently to difficult thoughts. The conversation also explores productivity, ADHD-friendly work patterns, outcome-based leadership, and why a strong identity floor matters more than trying to break through another ceiling.

Key takeaway: choose self-trust first. Follow-through is its expression, not the price you pay to earn it.

Learn more about Dawn, explore the free **Meet You in the Lobby** tool, and find her books at [TheSelfTrustCoach.com](https://theselftrustcoach.com).
Connect with Dawn Ledet on LinkedIn and listen to *The Self-Trust Solution* podcast.

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What happens when the rules no longer apply?

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with transformational CEO Julie Peck to explore leadership in a rapidly changing world. From AI disruption to shifting business models, Julie shares why traditional “playbooks” are breaking down—and what today’s leaders must do instead.

They dive into navigating uncertainty, building organizational courage, and leading with clarity when the path forward isn’t obvious. If you’re leading through complexity, this conversation will challenge how you think about risk, strategy, and success.

Key Takeaways:

• You can’t risk-mitigate your way to success
• Chaos isn’t a threat—it’s an invitation
• Old leadership playbooks are becoming obsolete
• Organizational risk = individual risk tolerance scaled into policy
• The best leaders balance vision (zoom out) and execution (zoom in)
• Failure, when used well, accelerates success
• Leadership today requires courage, clarity, and adaptability

Memorable Quotes:

• “You can’t risk-mitigate your way to greatness.”
• “Chaos isn’t a threat—it’s an invitation.”
• “Playbooks have become our security blankets.”

Topics Covered:

• Leadership under pressure
• AI and organizational transformation
• Letting go of outdated strategies
• Building cultures that embrace failure
• Decision-making in uncertainty
• Vision vs. planning

Connect with Julie Peck:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/juliepeckceo

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What does it take to build resilient leaders in a world dominated by technology, distraction, and constant change?

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with Peter Cuneo, former CEO of Marvel Entertainment and author of Superhero Leadership: 28 Essential Lessons for Managers from a Former Marvel CEO.

Peter shares timeless leadership lessons drawn from decades of executive leadership, including why resilience matters more than perfection, why face-to-face relationships still outperform technology, and why parents and leaders alike must allow people to fail if they want them to grow.

Whether you're leading an organization, raising children, or building your own career, this conversation offers practical wisdom for navigating today's increasingly complex world.

• Why face-to-face experiences build stronger leaders
• The hidden cost of overparenting
• Why failure is essential for growth
• How technology impacts communication and leadership
• Why travel and diverse experiences expand leadership capacity
• Building resilience in young professionals
• Leadership lessons from decades of executive experience

"Let your kids fail."

"You can't learn a thing by spending hours on your cell phone."

"We're all feeling the same emotions."

"People will say things online they'd never say face-to-face."

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