In this episode, JP Warren opens up about one of the biggest mindset traps leaders fall into — living in the gap.He shares his own experiences with comparison — not just to others, but to himself — and how that constant measurement against an ideal can quietly erode joy, confidence, and clarity.JP breaks down the difference between the gap and the gain:The Gap is when we measure progress against where we wish we were.The Gain is when we measure backward, comparing where we are today to how far we’ve already come.That shift changes everything. It replaces anxiety with gratitude, frustration with perspective, and comparison with confidence.Through personal reflection and leadership insight, JP shows how embracing “the gain” helps leaders build resilience, momentum, and connection — especially in slow or uncertain seasons.Key takeaways:- Focus on progress, not perfection.- Measure growth backward, not forward.- Confidence is built by recognizing how far you’ve come, not how far you have to go.Listen now and start leading from a place of gratitude and growth — not comparison.

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In this episode of Lead with Confidence, JP dives into the real meaning of confidence — not as a personality trait, but as a skill you can build through consistent action and mindset control.You’ll learn how to:- Reframe fear into action and use discomfort to grow your confidence.- Recognize that you can only control two things: your actions and your mindset — and how mastering both changes your trajectory.- Shift the stories you tell yourself — because with over 60,000 thoughts per day (and most of them negative), your inner dialogue shapes how you lead, sell, communicate, and show up.- Apply practical frameworks like the C³ Model — Clarity, Confidence, and Connection to elevate how you communicate and influence others.- Improve your presence with the 3 Communication Levers (body language, tone, and words) and tools like box breathing, the “Superman pose,” and reframing anxiety as excitement.- Build genuine, non-transactional networks that last — by showing curiosity, empathy, and intention instead of pitches and small talk.Whether you’re leading a team, interviewing for a job, or pitching new business, this episode gives you the tools to communicate with purpose, influence with authenticity, and show up with confidence — even when it’s uncomfortable.

In this episode, JP Warren gets real about one of the biggest traps professionals fall into — comparison.

Whether it’s scrolling through LinkedIn and feeling behind, or stacking your current progress against where you thought you’d be, comparison can quietly drain your energy, focus, and joy. JP breaks down why comparison culture is stronger than ever, how it hijacks your mindset, and what to do to reframe it into something that drives growth instead of insecurity.

You’ll learn:

• Why comparison feels so natural — and why it’s so destructive

• How “gap vs. gain” thinking changes your mental game

• Why celebrating others’ wins actually increases your confidence

• The power of focusing on progress over pace

This isn’t theory — it’s a real, vulnerable look at what happens when we measure ourselves against everyone else instead of measuring our growth against who we were yesterday.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, impatient, or weighed down by constant comparison, this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in, take notes, and let’s get back to enjoying the journey.

In this episode, JP shares a powerful story from a jiu-jitsu competition where nerves could have taken over — but instead, breathing and acceptance became the game-changer. We explore how box breathing and releasing attachment to outcomes shift your mindset, calm the nervous system, and build true confidence. Beyond competition, this practice applies to daily leadership, career moves, and personal challenges. Learn how acceptance doesn’t mean giving up — it means showing up fully, without fear holding you back.

Leadership isn’t just about making decisions — it’s about carrying the weight that comes with them. From the pressure to perform, to the anxiety of doing it all alone, that weight shows up in your work, your relationships, and even your mindset.

In this episode of Lead with Confidence, I get real about my own journey with leadership — the stress, the ego battles, and the moments of self-sabotage that come when the load gets too heavy.

You’ll also get five reflection prompts to help you identify what you’re carrying right now and where it might be affecting your life.

This is the first step in a bigger conversation. Today is about awareness. Next time, we’ll dive into what you can actually do to lighten the load.

If leadership feels heavy on your shoulders, this episode is for you.

In this episode of Lead with Confidence, JP Warren sits down with Tony Beebe, an engineer-turned-leader with 20+ years in oil & gas and private equity–backed companies. Tony shares his journey from the rig floor to the boardroom, and how he pivoted into helping companies buy and sell while building one of LinkedIn’s top voices in oil & gas M&A.

We dive into:

• The evolution of private equity in oil & gas over the last 15 years.

• Why scaling companies 3X requires a complete shift in systems, leadership, and mindset.

• The habits that hold leaders back — and the one habit that unlocks growth.

• How buyer behavior has changed and why building a personal brand online isn’t optional anymore.

• Tony’s approach to posting with purpose: teaching lessons, staying positive, and connecting content to revenue.

Tony also shares candid stories about starting his own company, the white-knuckle moments of hitting “post” online, and the importance of journaling, celebrating wins, and redefining success along the entrepreneurial journey.

If you’ve ever wondered how to adapt to a shifting market, scale without breaking your systems, or start building credibility online, this episode is packed with insights you can use.

Leadership comes with responsibility, pressure, and often—silence. Too many leaders carry the weight of decisions, expectations, and challenges on their own. In this episode, I open up about my own journey with the weight of leadership: the anxiety of feeling like it’s all on your shoulders, the battles with ego and doubt, and the toll it can take when you don’t share the load.

We’ll also dive into the real-world consequences of carrying it all yourself—burnout, strained relationships, isolation—and why awareness is the first step to relief. I’ll leave you with five reflection prompts to help you identify what you’re carrying and where the pressure comes from.

This is the first step in a series on leadership. Today is about awareness. Next time, we’ll dig into how to lighten the load, delegate, and reframe leadership challenges into opportunities for growth.

Scott Casso joins JP Warren to talk leadership, burnout, and building trust.

From leading teams to facing pressure as a founder, Scott opens up about the real challenges leaders face behind the scenes — and why communication, self-awareness, and connection matter more than ever.

This isn’t surface-level leadership. It’s about showing up, handling the hard stuff, and learning how to lead with more than just a title.

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