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The Lonely Leader helps existing and aspiring leaders become the best version of themselves.
We believe that leadership on the outside begins within.
By sharing decades of leadership experience, insights and best practice we can help you sharpen your skills.
Our unique and authentic style, drawing upon learnings from success and failure, will ensure you are better prepared to optimise your performance and meet the challenges of the modern day leader.
We regularly discuss creating and sustaining high performance, enhancing resilience, empowering our mindset and finding professional and personal fulfilment.
The Lonely Leader helps existing and aspiring leaders become the best version of themselves.
We believe that leadership on the outside begins within.
By sharing decades of leadership experience, insights and best practice we can help you sharpen your skills.
Our unique and authentic style, drawing upon learnings from success and failure, will ensure you are better prepared to optimise your performance and meet the challenges of the modern day leader.
We regularly discuss creating and sustaining high performance, enhancing resilience, empowering our mindset and finding professional and personal fulfilment.
Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on The Lonely Leader.
Hosts
James Rule
Previous Guests
James Rule
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach, and thought leader with a twenty-year career in elite sport, initially as a professional rugby player and predominantly as a chief executive. He has worked with clients from FTSE 100 companies, SMEs, the NHS, and wider public and not-for-profit sectors. James specializes in enhancing resilience and leadership development, advocating for holistic approaches to high performance in both professional and personal life.
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach, and thought leader with a twenty-year career in elite sport, initially as a professional rugby player and predominantly as a chief executive. He has worked with clients from FTSE 100 companies, SMEs, the NHS, and wider public and not-for-profit sectors. James specializes in enhancing resilience and leadership development, advocating for holistic approaches to high performance in both professional and personal life.
Topics Discussed
organisational change
leadership
resistance to change
emotional responsibility
communication strategies
visibility
clarity
vulnerability
high performance
resilience
leadership energy
decision fatigue
digital distractions
unresolved conflict
people pleasing
energy leaks
sustainable high performance
energy management
burnout prevention
daily energy rituals
holiday illness
stress
immune system
cortisol
burnout
digital detox
creativity
stress reduction
technology
performance
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Episodes
Here's the recent few episodes on The Lonely Leader.
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Leading through organisational change
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
James Rule
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
organisational changeleadershipresistance to changeemotional responsibilitycommunication strategiesvisibilityclarityvulnerabilityhigh performanceresilience
Episode SEVENTY FOUR
Leading through organisational change
SUMMARY SECTION
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule tackles one of the most defining tests of leadership: navigating organisational change. Whether youre leading a restructure, guiding your team through uncertainty, or championing a strategic pivot, this episode offers practical wisdom and key takeaways to help you lead with clarity, calm, and confidence.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why resistance to change is human and how great leaders manage it
The emotional responsibility leaders carry during transitions
12 actionable strategies to communicate, stabilise, and energise your team
Why visibility, clarity and vulnerability are your most powerful tools in change
In times of change people dont follow plans they follow people
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SMEs the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule tackles one of the most defining tests of leadership: navigating organisational change. Whether youre leading a restructure, guiding your team through uncertainty, or championing a strategic pivot, this episode offers practical wisdom and key takeaways to help you lead with clarity, calm, and confidence.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why resistance to change is human and how great leaders manage it
The emotional responsibility leaders carry during transitions
12 actionable strategies to communicate, stabilise, and energise your team
Why visibility, clarity and vulnerability are your most powerful tools in change
In times of change people dont follow plans they follow people
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SMEs the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
Invisible Drains: 7 Silent Killers of Leadership Energy
SUMMARY
In this high-impact episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule pulls back the curtain on the subtle habits and hidden dynamics that sap a leader’s energy. It’s not always the big crises that bring us down, sometimes it’s the quiet, unchallenged routines that drain us most. From decision fatigue and digital distractions to unresolved conflict and people pleasing, James identifies the 7 most common energy leaks and shows you exactly how to plug them. Featuring lessons from leaders Barack Obama, Warren Buffet and J.K. Rowling, this episode is a must listen for any leader looking to protect their energy and lead more intentionally.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Learn how decision fatigue and digital distractions are impacting your performance
Understand how boundaries, conflict, and recovery play into your energy levels
Get inspired by real life leaders who’ve mastered energy protection
Actionable advice to help you build a more energised and sustainable leadership style
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
Invisible Drains: 7 Silent Killers of Leadership Energy
SUMMARY
In this high-impact episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule pulls back the curtain on the subtle habits and hidden dynamics that sap a leader’s energy. It’s not always the big crises that bring us down, sometimes it’s the quiet, unchallenged routines that drain us most. From decision fatigue and digital distractions to unresolved conflict and people pleasing, James identifies the 7 most common energy leaks and shows you exactly how to plug them. Featuring lessons from leaders Barack Obama, Warren Buffet and J.K. Rowling, this episode is a must listen for any leader looking to protect their energy and lead more intentionally.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Learn how decision fatigue and digital distractions are impacting your performance
Understand how boundaries, conflict, and recovery play into your energy levels
Get inspired by real life leaders who’ve mastered energy protection
Actionable advice to help you build a more energised and sustainable leadership style
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
The Leadership Energy Crisis: How to rebuild before you break
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
James Rule
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
leadership energysustainable high performanceenergy managementburnout preventiondaily energy rituals
Episode SEVENTY TWO
The Leadership Energy Crisis: How to Rebuild Before You Break
SUMMARY SECTION
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule explores an often-ignored topic: leadership energy. Leadership demands are relentless, but running on empty is not a badge of honour, it's a threat to clarity, performance, and fulfilment. James shares why managing your energy (not just your time) is the key to sustainable high performance, and how to rebuild your energy tank before you reach the breaking point. Practical strategies, real world examples, and clear takeaways await.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why leadership energy is your true competitive edge
Common signs you're heading toward an energy crash
How to build daily energy rituals that prevent burnout
Practical steps to rebuild and protect your leadership energy
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
The Leadership Energy Crisis: How to Rebuild Before You Break
SUMMARY SECTION
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule explores an often-ignored topic: leadership energy. Leadership demands are relentless, but running on empty is not a badge of honour, it's a threat to clarity, performance, and fulfilment. James shares why managing your energy (not just your time) is the key to sustainable high performance, and how to rebuild your energy tank before you reach the breaking point. Practical strategies, real world examples, and clear takeaways await.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why leadership energy is your true competitive edge
Common signs you're heading toward an energy crash
How to build daily energy rituals that prevent burnout
Practical steps to rebuild and protect your leadership energy
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast James Rule explores the phenomenon of holiday illness and why so many leaders fall ill when they finally take a break. It’s not bad luck, it’s biology. Discover the hidden impact of stress on your immune system, the science behind the “cortisol crash,” and how holiday illness reveals deeper warning signs of burnout. James shares insights and practical strategies you can use immediately to protect your energy, safeguard your health, and return from breaks stronger than ever.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why you get sick when you finally stop working
The role of cortisol and immune suppression
How holiday illness connects to burnout
Eight actionable strategies to protect yourself and your performance
Why sustainable leadership is built on daily recovery, not heroic endurance
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast James Rule explores the phenomenon of holiday illness and why so many leaders fall ill when they finally take a break. It’s not bad luck, it’s biology. Discover the hidden impact of stress on your immune system, the science behind the “cortisol crash,” and how holiday illness reveals deeper warning signs of burnout. James shares insights and practical strategies you can use immediately to protect your energy, safeguard your health, and return from breaks stronger than ever.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why you get sick when you finally stop working
The role of cortisol and immune suppression
How holiday illness connects to burnout
Eight actionable strategies to protect yourself and your performance
Why sustainable leadership is built on daily recovery, not heroic endurance
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Disconnect to reconnect: Why Leaders need a digital detox
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
James Rule
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
digital detoxleadershipcreativitystress reductiontechnologyperformanceresilience
Episode SEVENTY
Disconnect to reconnect: Why Leaders need a digital detox
SUMMARY SECTION
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast James Rule explores the overlooked superpower of stepping away, the digital detox. From reducing stress to restoring creativity, learn how unplugging can actually sharpen your leadership. James shares personal insights, practical tips, and step by step strategies to help you prepare for, execute, and return from a digital detox with renewed energy and clarity.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why stepping away boosts creativity and performance
How to prepare for a digital detox as a leader
What to do (and not do) while away to maximise the impact
How to return with focus, energy and intention
Actionable steps to reset your relationship with technology
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Disconnect to reconnect: Why Leaders need a digital detox
SUMMARY SECTION
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast James Rule explores the overlooked superpower of stepping away, the digital detox. From reducing stress to restoring creativity, learn how unplugging can actually sharpen your leadership. James shares personal insights, practical tips, and step by step strategies to help you prepare for, execute, and return from a digital detox with renewed energy and clarity.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why stepping away boosts creativity and performance
How to prepare for a digital detox as a leader
What to do (and not do) while away to maximise the impact
How to return with focus, energy and intention
Actionable steps to reset your relationship with technology
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
