The Leaders Lab

Cecile Peterkin is the Founder & Chief Transformation Strategist at the Leadership Coaching Centre with over 22 years of experience as a confidence coach and mentor. She has empowered 1,000+ professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs to discover their strengths, pivot with purpose, and build legacy careers. Inspired by her father’s values of kindness and respect, she takes a human-centric, holistic approach to leadership that blends personal well-being with professional success. Known for her charismatic, resilient, and dynamic leadership style, she shares practical insights and wisdom on overcoming challenges to help others reach their full potential. She’s an experienced speaker, sharing impactful stories and business strategies with global audiences.Leadership expert Cecile Peterkin explores the challenges female leaders face when working with male bosses and offers practical strategies for success. She discusses the impact of childhood experiences, the importance of assertiveness, and effective communication techniques. Learn how to build mutual respect, advocate for yourself, and navigate gender dynamics in the workplace. Whether you're a female leader aiming to improve relationships with male superiors or a manager striving to create an inclusive environment, this interview provides valuable advice for fostering equity and advancing careers.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:22 - Early Life and Background02:38 - Transitioning to Coaching Career04:52 - Coaching Men vs. Women09:58 - Networking Tips for Shy Individuals11:07 - Creating an Engaging, Inclusive Workplace15:31 - Wearing the Manager Hat19:24 - Understanding Quiet Employees20:40 - Leadership Lessons from COVID-1923:20 - Importance of Women in Leadership28:18 - Misconceptions About Hard Work29:45 - Fostering an Inclusive Environment32:37 - Collaborating with Others33:28 - Cecile's Leadership Theory39:17 - Outro39:29 - Cecile’s Mastermind Group39:47 - Thanks for WatchingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilepeterkin/?originalSubdomain=caWebsite: https://leadershipcoachingcentre.com/ABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Leadership Talent Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue. You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/#coachingfemaleleaders #femaleleadershipchallenges #executiveeducation

Sloane guides powerful women in creating their unique version of success through her peak performance path designed especially for women. This path has a foundation of true pleasure and feeling good on the inside first and then creating and connecting in the world at the highest levels.With a certification in Women’s Neuropsychophysiology, Sloane combines spirituality and personal growth with the latest science on women’s neurobiology and has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs worldwide through transformational peak experiences, retreats, courses and private coaching.Sloane is also a former business attorney with over a decade experience advising entrepreneurs and companies ranging from startups to multi-billion dollar enterprises. She scaled and sold her boutique law firm in 2018.  In addition to her life mission to elevate women, Sloane is passionate about exploring the pleasures of life, connecting with great humans, and adventuring with her daughter.Sloane went from billing $500/hr as a corporate lawyer to finding true happiness and purpose. Realizing her successful career and perfect life weren’t fulfilling, she took a sabbatical for self-discovery. Now a transformational coach and retreat leader, Sloane helps women create success and impact while staying true to their feminine nature. She shares her journey of healing her relationship with her daughter, overcoming people-pleasing, and choosing love over fear. Her story reveals how letting go of external validation and embracing self-love leads to authentic happiness and meaningful impact.CHAPTERS:00:00- Intro00:20- Leaving Ohio01:10- Journey to Law School02:30- Identifying What's Missing06:30- Personal Struggles08:40- Realization of Issues11:21- Starting a Business13:05- Life Change Decisions18:42- Overcoming Judgment21:50- Reverse Engineering Life24:26- Current Life Overview26:40- Importance of Listening29:20- Challenges for Women in Business33:03- Embracing Risk34:59- Relationship with Daughter39:11- Knowing What You Don't Want41:10- Connecting with Sloane42:30- Thanks for WatchingLINKS:Website: https://www.therealsloane.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealsloane/ABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Leadership Talent Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/#selfimprovement #lifecoaching #spiritualgrowth #reflectivepractice #embracingchange

From government policy advisor to pioneering founder, shares his journey in building a global safety net for the digital workforce. Growing up in Norway, his entrepreneurial spirit led him from web hosting to government policy, where he gained valuable insights into social systems. Frustrated by bureaucracy, he founded SafetyWing to create the first comprehensive social safety net for remote workers worldwide.InSondre reveals how he raised millions in venture capital and is transforming health insurance and income protection for remote workers in over 60 countries. His mission: to build "the first country on the internet"—a global system offering social benefits traditionally tied to national governments.This conversation dives into Sondre's unconventional path, key lessons, and his vision for supporting the growing remote workforce. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, remote work, or reimagining social systems, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of work and social protection.CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro00:14 - Growing Up in Norway03:45 - Entrepreneurial Ventures09:46 - Attraction to Policy Making12:18 - Family Influence on Politics13:44 - Political Involvement18:10 - Reasons for Leaving Politics22:24 - Founding Superside23:34 - Raising Funds for Startups26:10 - Departure from First Company29:23 - Understanding Global Social Safety Net30:17 - Current Company Overview33:01 - Remote Work Statistics38:10 - Future Aspirations40:33 - Next Steps for SafetyWingLINKS:Become a SafetyWing Ambassador: https://safetywing.com/ambassador/signupSafetyWing website: https://safetywing.com/Sondre Rasch LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sraschABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, and Life Coach. As the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab, he focuses on Leadership Talent Acquisition, helping companies scale from the Inc. 5000 to $100M+ in revenue. Learn more at theleaderslab.coSondre Rasch is co-founder and CEO of SafetyWing, an all-remote company that is building a global social safety net. Sondre studied economics and computer science then worked as a social policy advisor for the government of Norway. Dissatisfied with the slow pace of change, he founded the SuperSide platform (YC 2016) for freelance designers and discovered the lack of social safety net for people working on the internet.This inspired the creation of SafetyWing (YC 2018), which has so far raised $50 million in venture capital and whose globally-distributed team consists of 150 people from 60+ countries. In 2020, Sondre and the SafetyWing team founded the Plumia mission to build a country on the internet for digital nomads and remote workers.You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

Tonya Herb is the Founder of Outspoken with Tonya Kay, where she empowers individuals and organizations to ignite their potential, overcome doubt, and take action to create a life on their own terms. As someone who went from climbing the corporate ladder to embracing a life of self-discovery and empowerment, Tonya understands the toll that high expectations can take on a person. Her journey from stress and perfectionism to clarity and peace fuels her mission to guide others through similar transformations. Combining real talk, practical strategies, and a touch of fun, Tonya makes personal growth not just attainable, but genuinely enjoyable.From corporate burnout to transformational coach, Tanya shares her raw and inspiring journey of self-discovery. Learn how she overcame perfectionism and people-pleasing to find fulfillment and help others do the same. Discover her powerful "BIKE" concept for authentic living and leadership: Be yourself, seek Insight, practice Kindness, and Engage fully. Tanya offers practical advice for breaking free from external validation and finding your true path. Whether you're feeling stuck in your career or seeking personal growth, this conversation will motivate you to "grab life by the handlebars and ride." Gain valuable insights on mindfulness, letting go, and embracing failure as feedback. Join us for an honest discussion on navigating corporate life, entrepreneurship, and the pursuit of genuine success.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:19 - Tonya’s Background02:28 - How Tonya Got Into Coaching08:01 - Overcoming Perfectionism11:59 - External Validation vs Internal Fulfillment18:19 - Root to Rise Philosophy20:41 - Impact of Yoga on Relationships23:01 - The BIKE Concept Explained29:00 - Implementing the BIKE Concept in Leadership29:55 - Perfectionism and Self-Worth36:07 - Work with Ken38:41 - Final ThoughtsLINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/outspoken-tonya-kay/https://tonyakay.co/ABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Leadership Talent Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/#mindsetmentor #coachingbusiness #transformationalcoaching #worklifebalance #selfimprovement

From poetry writer to building a million-dollar consulting firm, Jonathan shares his unconventional path to success. Learn how he transitioned from publishing 7 books to leading a hospital's senior team and founding a thriving consulting firm. He discusses leadership during growth, building psychological safety, and selling his company via a management buyout. This candid conversation offers insights on career pivots, scaling businesses, creating strong company culture, and staying true to your values.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:13 - Jonathan’s Backstory02:45 - Transitioning Careers04:45 - Nonprofits and Management Consultants15:46 - Finding Clients18:46 - Daniel Priestley Insights22:06 - The Valley of Death Explained29:55 - Leading Without Direction34:51 - Hiring Criteria for Companies37:24 - Importance of Psychological Safety42:26 - Working with Jonathan44:58 - Contacting Jonathan45:58 - Working with Kenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettjonathan/https://clearlythen.com/ABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Leadership Talent Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/#howtorunacommunity #leadership #feedback #careerchange #youngtechleadersJonathan Bennett is an advisor and executive coach for purpose-driven leaders who need help solving their organization’s toughest obstacles. With experience in urban, rural, remote, and First Nations communities, Jonathan’s expertise is in social purpose business strategy, governance, branding, change, and communications. His coaching draws on 25 years of creativity and leadership success as a CEO, board member, and founder, and he is known for his deep-listening and his breakthrough solutions that create insights and new strategies.You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

From Cruise CEO to World Cup Chair, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo shares her remarkable journey breaking barriers as Celebrity Cruises' first female CEO and now leading the 2026 FIFA World Cup host committee. In this candid conversation, she opens up about navigating the male-dominated cruise industry, leading through COVID-19's unprecedented challenges, championing gender diversity, and orchestrating major transformations. Lisa reveals powerful leadership lessons learned over her 40-year career - from starting as a door-to-door sales rep to becoming a trailblazing executive. She discusses building high-performing teams, turning setbacks into motivation, and her mission to create opportunities for women in leadership. Whether you're an aspiring leader or seasoned executive, Lisa's insights on resilience, authenticity and embracing new challenges will inspire you to dream bigger and believe in yourself.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Lisa Lutoff-Perlo’s Backstory02:06 - Gender Balance in the Cruise Industry07:01 - Leading Through COVID-1911:35 - Lessons Learned from the Pandemic15:37 - FIFA World Cup 2026 Preparation18:47 - Current Ramp-Up for the World Cup22:10 - Gender Diversification in Leadership29:07 - Advocating for Yourself in the Workplace37:25 - Building Your Personal Brand40:00 - The Strength in Asking for Help42:25 - Future Plans for Julie43:59 - Embracing New Opportunitieshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-lutoff-perlo/https://lisalutoffperlo.com/ABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Leadership Talent Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  #seattlesports #worldcuporganizingcommittee #pressconference #seattleLisa Lutoff-Perlo is President & CEO of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee, overseeing strategy, fundraising, fan activations, and operations for Miami’s seven matches in the tournament. A recognized leader in global business, hospitality, and sports, she was honored with the South Florida Business Journal and Forbes Travel Guide Lifetime Achievement Award.Previously, Lisa was Vice Chairman, External Affairs for Royal Caribbean Group, and from 2014 to 2023, served as President & CEO of Celebrity Cruises, becoming the first woman to lead a Royal Caribbean brand. She is credited with transforming Celebrity Cruises through bold innovations in ship design, service, and digital strategy, and for driving the company’s post-pandemic recovery.Lisa is a trailblazer in diversity and inclusion, making history with the first all-female bridge crew and significantly increasing the percentage of women in leadership roles. Under her leadership, Celebrity Cruises became the first brand to earn Forbes Travel Guide’s star ratings for its ships.She serves on the Board of AutoNation and chairs the Hornblower Group, and is the author of the best-selling leadership book Making Waves: A Woman’s Rise to the Top Using Smarts, Heart and Courage.You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

From divorce to $5M in revenue, Julie's success story shows how a crisis can spark incredible growth. After a painful divorce, she built two thriving businesses in just 8 years, going from stay-at-home mom to multi-millionaire entrepreneur. Julie shares her journey of overcoming personal struggles, launching a web design agency, and scaling to 7-figures with online courses and software. Learn how she navigated challenges, developed leadership skills, and built an authentic brand while balancing ambition with well-being. Her story offers inspiration and practical insights for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to turn adversity into opportunity.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:28 - Early Life and Career04:47 - Waiving Your Rights09:22 - Starting Your Business and Gaining Momentum12:19 - Recognizing Entrepreneurial Spirit17:30 - The Cost of Chasing Success18:32 - Desired Lifestyle Costs22:17 - Becoming a Leader27:14 - Working with Julie29:00 - Overused Phrases in Business29:45 - Relationship Advice for Leaving32:40 - Conclusion and Wrap-UpYouTube - @juliechenell | https://www.youtube.com/@juliechenellLinkedIn - @juliechenell | https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliechenellABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Leadership Talent Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/#selfimprovement #worklifebalance #overcomingobstacles #overcomingchallenges #howtoovercomechallengesJulie Chenell is a digital marketing expert and coach, helping companies use growth hacking strategies and marketing tools to navigate the fast-paced & ever-changing landscape of digital marketing.She started her journey to entrepreneurship as a blogger and writer, garnering the attention of media outlets like The New York Times and Washington Post with her no-holds-barred approach to social media.After a rocky divorce and unexpected pregnancy in 2014 that left her needing to build a profitable business quickly, Julie transformed her passion and love for marketing into a multi-million dollar business in less than 3 years.Now she runs Digital Insiders, an exclusive mastermind group for qualified business owners looking to scale to $5m a year and beyond. She’s also the co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous®, a design and marketing education + software company created to teach the masses how to leverage sales funnels and digital marketing to build movements and change the world.You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

What if you grew up being told by others (including your school teachers) that you would never amount to anything because of a neurodevelopmental condition?Jamie Waller, a dyslexic entrepreneur, philanthropist, and investor has proven that these supposed “disabilities” can be a great edge in achieving amazing things in life. Despite leaving school without qualifications, Jamie defied expectations by starting multiple businesses, becoming a multimillionaire in his twenties, and even starring in a TV show documenting his entrepreneurial journey. Inspired by a conversation with Sir Richard Branson in 2022, Waller wrote The Dyslexic Edge, a book that challenges the idea of dyslexia as a deficit. Instead, he showcases research and interviews with successful dyslexics, proving that dyslexia can be a unique advantage.In this interview, we explore eye-opening statistics (15% of the population is dyslexic, yet 35% of entrepreneurs and over 45% of self-made millionaires share this trait. However, over 50% of the prison population is also dyslexic, revealing the systemic challenges these individuals face). According to Waller, the education system discriminates against diverse learning styles, labeling dyslexia as a disorder rather than recognizing it as a strength in global exploratory learning — the ability to discover, invent, and create.Discover how Jamie’s journey and groundbreaking insights can inspire you to see challenges as opportunities and harness your unique strengths to achieve greatness—tune in to this podcast and unlock the potential of The Dyslexic Edge!ABOUT OUR GUESTJamie Waller is dyslexic and a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and investor. Despite leaving school with no qualifications he started multiple businesses, became a multimillionaire in his twenties and featured in a prime-time TV show that followed him starting his first business. Currently, Jamie owns a venture capital fund, has thirteen companies under management and employs over 1,000 people worldwide. He is the Founder of The Prince’s Trust Enterprise Network, an organisation committed to empowering less advantaged youth as established by his Majesty the King of England.  In 2018, Cranfield University awarded Jamie Entrepreneur of the Year. In 2023 he accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award on behalf of His Majesty King Charles III and The Prince’s Trust at the Business Champion Awards. When he’s not at work, Jamie can be found embracing some of the world's most exciting adventures. This year he’s taking part in the United Arab Emirates desert challenge, in 2025 he will compete in Africa Eco Race and in 2026 is going into Space with Branson’s team at Virgin Galactic.Learn more about Jamie and his work here: jamiewaller.co.ukABOUT OUR HOSTKen Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

Join me this week as I sit down with a special guest to explore a universal and deeply personal topic: trauma. This conversation goes beyond business and speaks to people from all backgrounds.Our guest begins by courageously sharing her own experiences, but the heart of the interview is her inspiring journey to rebuild her life. Tune in to discover that healing can lead to a life filled with abundance.ABOUT OUR GUESTJeannine Rashidi, Doctor of Ayurveda, Best-Selling Author of Abundance Beyond Trauma, Founder of Goodbye Tension, & Grandmother of 5, has been supporting the community & clients worldwide toward balancing their physical, mental, emotional, & digestive tension over the last 22 years. She teaches & supports others in Alchemizing Negative Life Experiences using her (adhere) EDHIR® process that she developed as part of her journey of PTSD after multiple decades of trauma. Jeannine’s mission is to revolutionize how we relate harmoniously between the heart & mind after disconnecting from trauma & negative life experiences by nurturing wholeness, healing hearts, empowering minds, & cultivating abundance beyond trauma. Two free offerings:1. The digital copy of the I'm TRIGGERED Pocket Guide to help you come out of a triggered state: https://www.goodbyetension.com/abundance-beyond-trauma 2. Discovery Call to find out what is possible when working together: https://www.goodbyetension.com/contact Learn more about Jeannine and her work here: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeanninerashidihttps://www.youtube.com/@goodbyetension1415https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannine-rashidi/https://www.facebook.com/JeannineRashidi/https://www.instagram.com/jeanninelrashidi/ABOUT OUR HOSTKen Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

This week, my guest Lewis Crompton shares his inspiring journey from religious youth leader to CEO and founder of a community devoted to safe, profitable trading. Despite his young age, Lewis has lived two distinct lives—each driven by his passion for building strong, supportive communities. When life’s challenges arose, he pivoted, moving from debt to financial freedom in record time and even leaving his retail job within seven months.With trading profits, he invested in assets, renovated his home, contributed to charities, and traveled the world. Now, he’s dedicated to helping others achieve financial freedom and a fulfilling life through the same principles that transformed his own.ABOUT OUR GUESTLewis Crompton is on a mission to help 1 million families live with less stress and more fun through financial education and empowerment. He became financially free by trading financial markets, starting over 10 years ago, taught by Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad, and then headhunted to teach for them. Lewis is a leading voice in the industry, championing safe, systematic and profitable trading techniques. He created and developed the STARTrading Method which empowers you to trade in under 30 mins per day, generating exceptional monthly returns.Lewis hosts the STARTrading podcast and is an accomplished speaker having spoken at hundreds of events. He has shared the stage with the likes of Robert Kiyosaki, Kim Kiyosaki, JT Foxx, Wim Hoff, Roxie Nafousi, Nick James, Daniel Priestley and many other household names.As our thank you for listening to the podcast, Lewis is sharing a masterclass on trading which you can access here for FREE: https://startradingnow.com/the-startrading-masterclass-podcast/ABOUT OUR HOSTKen Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/