How Authentic Leaders Build Trust, Presence, and Peace | Peter Kolat

The Physics of Leadership, Growth, and Momentum with Chip Higgins

In this episode of the Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson talks with Chip Higgins, business coach, author, founder of Bizzics, and longtime banking leader, about how business momentum works through the lens of physics. Chip shares lessons from 40 years in banking, his work with small business owners, and his leadership development through the John Maxwell Team. Together, Sean and Chip explore how mass, velocity, energy, connection, friction, and momentum apply to business growth, leadership, culture, and customer relationships. This conversation helps leaders understand why momentum is not accidental—it is created through intentional vision, strong values, people-first leadership, and consistent connection. If you are a business owner, entrepreneur, coach, or leader seeking sustainable growth, this episode offers practical insight for building momentum that lasts. https://renogize.com [https://renogize.com/] https://intentionalleadernetwork.com https://seanolsonspeaks.com [https://seanolsonspeaks.com/] https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026 [https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026] www.bixxics.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-higgins-072a754/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/chip-higgins-072a754/]

The Million-Dollar People Mistake CEOs Keep Making with Deeann Palin

In this episode of the Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson talks with DeeAnn Palin, founder and CEO of On Point Business Solutions, about why people strategy is one of the biggest profit and performance levers in any business. DeeAnn shares her journey from traditional HR to operations and explains how leadership, culture, turnover, team design, and role clarity directly impact revenue, EBITDA, and long-term growth. The conversation explores why HR should function as a strategic business driver instead of a compliance department, how CEOs can avoid costly people mistakes, and why the right leadership team determines whether a company scales or stalls. If you lead a founder-based business, run a growing company, or want stronger culture and performance, this episode offers practical insight on building the right team and leading with intention. https://renogize.com [https://renogize.com/] https://intentionalleadernetwork.com https://seanolsonspeaks.com [https://seanolsonspeaks.com/] https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026 [https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026] https://www.linkedin.com/in/deeannpalin/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/deeannpalin/] https://onptbiz.com/ [https://onptbiz.com/]

Critical Thinking, Focus, and the Future of Leadership in 2026 with Sean Olson

In this solo episode of the Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson breaks down the biggest leadership and business realities facing leaders after Q1 2026. He explores geopolitical uncertainty, AI disruption, and the “dis-ease” many organizations feel when leaders become hesitant and reactive instead of decisive. Sean explains why leaders must think strategically in one-year plans with quarterly check-ins, why what got you here will not get you there, and why leadership growth requires intentional focus. He also introduces the three leadership “hats” every leader must wear: self, team, and enterprise. This episode is a practical challenge to sharpen your mindset, elevate your game, and create focused time to think critically, lead intentionally, and move your business forward in a chaotic environment with confidence and clarity every week https://renogize.com [https://renogize.com/] https://intentionalleadernetwork.com https://seanolsonspeaks.com [https://seanolsonspeaks.com/] https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026 [https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026]

How Authentic Leaders Build Trust, Presence, and Peace | Peter Kolat

What does authentic leadership really look like in everyday life and business? In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson talks with Peter Kolat, known as “The Human Architect,” about resilience, immigration, identity, presence, trust, and the journey back to your authentic self. Peter shares how painful life experiences, limiting beliefs, divorce, and burnout became turning points that helped him rebuild his life and business with greater peace, purpose, and alignment. This conversation answers important leadership questions: How do leaders become more present? How do you overcome false beliefs? How do authenticity and curiosity strengthen marriage, business, and trust? If you want to lead with greater self-awareness, peace, and intentionality, this episode will give you practical insight and encouragement. https://renogize.com [https://renogize.com/] https://intentionalleadernetwork.com https://seanolsonspeaks.com [https://seanolsonspeaks.com/] https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026 [https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026] https://myauthenticrebirth.com [https://myauthenticrebirth.com/] - Peter's Book Personal site: https://polishpeter.com [https://polishpeter.com/] social media channels: https://www.instagram.com/authenticselfrebirth/ [https://www.instagram.com/authenticselfrebirth/] https://www.facebook.com/peterkolat [https://www.facebook.com/peterkolat] https://www.youtube.com/@HiddenMasteryMindshifts [https://www.youtube.com/@HiddenMasteryMindshifts]

Faith, Family, and Influence: Leadership Lessons with Brian Ahearn

What does it really mean to lead with influence—and how do you do it ethically? In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson welcomes Brian Ahearn, Cialdini-certified trainer and author of Influenced From Above. Brian unpacks the 7 principles of influence, shares personal stories about applying them in family and faith settings, and explains the difference between influence vs. manipulation. You’ll hear how influence can be your most powerful leadership tool when rooted in intentionality, relationship, and integrity. Whether you lead teams, sell products, or mentor people—this conversation will deepen your impact. 📘 Get Brian’s books & training: influencepeople.biz 🧠 Featuring Cialdini’s science of persuasion #IntentionalLeader #Influence #LeadershipDevelopment #Cialdini #FaithAtWork https://renogize.com [https://renogize.com/] https://intentionalleadernetwork.com https://seanolsonspeaks.com [https://seanolsonspeaks.com/] https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026 [https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/leadership-and-business-planning-bootcamp-2026] Links: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianfahearn/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianfahearn/]  Website - https://influencepeople.biz  [https://influencepeople.biz/] TEDx Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6ZqO8POtgo [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6ZqO8POtgo]