Great results don't come from copying what leaders do — they come from learning how leaders think.
Focused 30-to-45-minute interviews that get past the tactics to the perspectives and mental models underneath how a person actually leads.
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About the show.
The premise behind How Leaders Think is simple: if you want good results, do what successful people do — but if you want great results, learn how successful people think.
So each week, Kenny Lange sits down with one guest for a focused 30-to-45-minute conversation, digging past the tactics to the thing underneath them — the perspectives and mental models that actually shape how a person leads.
The range is wide: leadership and emotional health, coaching and retention, AI in the business, escaping hustle culture, and the values that hold an organization together.
It's the show that transforms you by renewing your mind and giving you new ways to think. New episodes every Wednesday — one guest, no co-host, no mid-roll sponsors. No filler, just the thinking.
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What it's like on the show.
I thoroughly enjoyed being on Kenny's podcast. He asked great questions, created enjoyable conversation, and was very thoughtful on how we discussed the topic. I love easy going conversation and this was that. Some podcasters aren't enjoyable to chat with, they just go question to question and this wasn't the case. It wasn't just a podcast I enjoyed being on it is also one I enjoy listening to. This was a no brainer to being on the podcast.
Being on How Leaders Think with Kenny was like having coffee with a friend—honest, energizing, and full of big ideas. I was surprised by how naturally our conversation flowed, especially as we explored leadership through a faith-centered lens. Our discussion on identity and how our families are impacted by our self-awareness really stuck with me. I said yes to the show because I’d heard the dynamic, meaningful conversations Kenny has with his guests. Future guests—remember, you set the topic, so bring something that matters.
It was a pleasure to be a guest expert on the How Leaders Think podcast. Kenny is a fun, engaging, and thoughtful host. He took the time to understand what I do and my passion for helping business owners solve problems faster, which led to an interesting and valuable discussion. The recording quality and promotional materials provided are also top-notch. If you're looking for impactful, informed conversation that can showcase how you help business owners and leaders, I highly recommend connecting with Kenny Lange and his How Leaders Think podcast.
I had an amazing convo with Kenny. It is always a breath of fresh air when I can connect with someone who sees leadership from the same perspective as I do. Kenny asks great questions that keep the conversation flowing naturally.
I loved that Kenny and I were able to have an open conversation about the practical use of AI. It was a fun and engaging moment. Kenny asks great questions, and he added a great deal to the topics we covered. I don't typically get questions about my Strategic Planning work, and I liked the fact that he was truly interested in the process and the outcomes we're getting for our clients. I think this is a very timely show in that we don't have a lot of good examples of strong leadership in our world right now. I wanted to be on the show because getting to the core of how leaders think and respond in the world is a very important link to their behavior. I believe the show is a great opportunity for leaders to lean into a deeper conversation around what leadership can look like--beyond profitability and the normal metrics we typically explore.
Being a guest on Kenny's podcast was really fun! The conversation was so easy and flowed well and it felt like sitting with a friend and talking about things we both love. He's a terrific host!
Kenny was awesome — he actually knew my background before we hit record, which made the conversation feel real instead of a surface-level "tell us about yourself" loop. We went deep on things that actually matter, and it never felt like he was just running through a script. Natural, substantive, and faster than you'd expect.
“Being on How Leaders Think was one of the most authentic podcast experiences I’ve had. Kenny asks real questions that go beyond business and into purpose. If you’re a leader who wants to make an impact, this is the kind of conversation you want to be part of.”
— Scott Reib, America’s Legal Coach
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