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Chris Ducker Talks About Long Haul Leadership and Lasting Success
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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Chris Ducker—serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and longtime friend—to talk about his latest book, The Long Haul Leader: 10 Strategies to Work Smarter, Live Better, and Achieve Lasting Success. Chris has spent over two decades building, buying, and selling businesses, while mentoring leaders worldwide.
Our conversation goes beyond business tactics. Chris shares candid stories of burnout, rebuilding, and how energy—not time—is the most valuable asset for sustainable success. From the importance of patience to the role of hobbies in leadership, this episode offers insight into what it really takes to thrive for the long haul.
Six Discussion Points
- Why hustle is a season, not a lifestyle
- The lessons Chris learned from battling burnout—twice
- Why energy is more valuable than time for leaders
- The art of letting go: selling businesses and focusing on what matters
- How patience, adaptability, and presence shape long-term leadership
- Why hobbies and creative outlets are vital to performance and recovery
Three Connection Points
- Get Chris's Book: The Long Haul Leader
- The Long Haul Leader Summit
- Chris's website
Chris’s story is a reminder that success isn’t just about building businesses—it’s about building sustainability into your life and work. The principles he shares in The Long Haul Leader apply whether you’re running a company, leading a team, or simply trying to create a healthier balance for yourself.
Grab My New Book: The Productivity Diet: A Practical Guide to Nurturing your Productive Potential
If you’re looking to build a sustainable, personalized productivity practice that actually sticks, my latest book is for you. It’s available now—wherever books are sold. Learn more at mikevardy.com/lit or request it at your favorite local bookstore.
835 episodes
Manage episode 504140048 series 2322877
In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Chris Ducker—serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and longtime friend—to talk about his latest book, The Long Haul Leader: 10 Strategies to Work Smarter, Live Better, and Achieve Lasting Success. Chris has spent over two decades building, buying, and selling businesses, while mentoring leaders worldwide.
Our conversation goes beyond business tactics. Chris shares candid stories of burnout, rebuilding, and how energy—not time—is the most valuable asset for sustainable success. From the importance of patience to the role of hobbies in leadership, this episode offers insight into what it really takes to thrive for the long haul.
Six Discussion Points
- Why hustle is a season, not a lifestyle
- The lessons Chris learned from battling burnout—twice
- Why energy is more valuable than time for leaders
- The art of letting go: selling businesses and focusing on what matters
- How patience, adaptability, and presence shape long-term leadership
- Why hobbies and creative outlets are vital to performance and recovery
Three Connection Points
- Get Chris's Book: The Long Haul Leader
- The Long Haul Leader Summit
- Chris's website
Chris’s story is a reminder that success isn’t just about building businesses—it’s about building sustainability into your life and work. The principles he shares in The Long Haul Leader apply whether you’re running a company, leading a team, or simply trying to create a healthier balance for yourself.
Grab My New Book: The Productivity Diet: A Practical Guide to Nurturing your Productive Potential
If you’re looking to build a sustainable, personalized productivity practice that actually sticks, my latest book is for you. It’s available now—wherever books are sold. Learn more at mikevardy.com/lit or request it at your favorite local bookstore.
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