Episode 88

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23rd Apr 2025

How Dr. Michael Brabant Thinks About Becoming a Truly Trusted Leader

On today’s episode of "How Leaders Think," Kenny Lange sits down with Dr. Michael Brabant, founder of Candor and Coherence, for a deep dive into leadership from the inside out. Together, they explore how prevailing definitions of success and productivity often emphasize external achievement—at the expense of true fulfillment. Dr. Brabant candidly shares strategies for helping leaders move from the “shallows” of surface-level influence into the “depths” of authentic self-alignment, unveiling the importance of rest, comfort in one’s own skin, and psychological safety. The conversation touches on recognizing hidden motivations, breaking free from societal and internal indoctrination, and building high-trust, high-performance cultures by leading from a place of inward calm and genuine presence. Packed with practical steps and thought-provoking wisdom, this episode is a must-listen for leaders ready to harmonize their personal and professional lives and lead with greater impact.

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Dr. Michael Brabant Resources:
Website: https://candorandcoherence.com/
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-brabant-phd-124963b/

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How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange.
Discover the secrets to impactful leadership with How Leaders Think, hosted by Kenny Lange. This podcast is your go-to resource for insights from top leaders across various industries. Each episode delves into the minds of successful entrepreneurs, CEOs, and thought leaders to uncover strategies for personal and professional growth.

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Kenny Lange

Kenny Lange transforms vision and hope into sustainable reality for faith-forward founders. After selling his first company and helping an agency nearly double revenue, he discovered why 67% of frameworks fail: systems collapse when leaders aren't formed first.

He created Lead to Scale™—a leadership formation methodology powered by Coaching Intelligence™ and Coach KAI™, his proprietary AI system that accelerates transformation between sessions. Kenny hosts How Leaders Think, a globally top 10% podcast named a 2025 "must-listen" by MSN. Clients describe him as "engaging and energetic" with a rare ability to create safe space while delivering actionable insight. He helps leaders stand on solid ground.

Kenny and his wife Rebekah are on a mission to positively impact 10,000 kids by 2033.