In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Jack Shade — CEO, former RAND Corporation researcher, and trusted advisor and coach to executives — to unpack what leadership really looks like when the stakes are high and the decisions truly matter.

Jack brings a rare perspective shaped by years of rigorous research, strategic advisory work, and real-world executive coaching. From advising senior leaders to helping organisations navigate complexity, uncertainty, and pressure, Jack shares what separates effective leadership from performative leadership.

We explore:

• How research-driven thinking shapes better leaders

• The realities of decision-making under uncertainty

• Why clarity, judgment, and self-awareness matter more than charisma

• Common leadership blind spots executives don’t realise they have

• What it truly means to lead people — not just manage outcomes

This conversation goes beyond buzzwords and frameworks. It’s a grounded, thoughtful look at leadership through the lens of experience, discipline, and deep reflection.

If you’re a founder, executive, or emerging leader looking to sharpen how you think, decide, and lead — this episode will challenge and elevate your perspective.

Tune in and enjoy.

EP Guest: Jack Shade
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackaskeels/
Loud Collective Website: https://www.loudco.com/
Infinite CXO Website: https://infinitecxo.com/
Email: jshade@loudco.com