In this episode of the Millionaire by Morning Podcast, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with John Long, a senior executive, management consultant, and executive search advisor with over 35 years of experience in the retail and leadership space. John has spent his career helping organizations identify and hire the right leaders to drive innovation, growth, and long-term performance. In this conversation, we explore: Why ego is the silent killer in senior hiring decisions How great leaders evaluate talent beyond resumes and pedigree The leadership traits required to lead through disruption and growth What Gen X leaders need to know as they reinvent their careers and influence A preview of John’s upcoming book, “Hire Without Ego” (releasing early 2026) This episode is a must-listen for: CEOs, founders, and senior executives HR leaders and hiring managers Gen X professionals navigating leadership reinvention Entrepreneurs building teams that scale with integrity About the Guest: John Long has spent 35+ years as a senior executive, management consultant, and executive search advisor. He is an expert in identifying the leadership required to drive innovation and growth. His new book, Hire Without Ego, provides a practical framework to help companies dramatically improve senior hiring decisions. About the Host: Rashad Thirlkill is the creator of Millionaire by Morning, a platform dedicated to helping Gen X leaders navigate leadership, entrepreneurship, career reinvention, wealth-building, and legacy creation. 👉 Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, reinvention, and building a meaningful legacy. 👉 Share this episode with a leader who’s responsible for hiring and building teams. #MillionaireByMorning #RashadThirlkill #JohnLong #HireWithoutEgo #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveLeadership #HiringLeaders #SeniorHiring #LeadershipReinvention #GenXLeadership #CareerReinvention #MidlifeLeadership #InnovationAndGrowth #ExecutiveSearch #EntrepreneurMindset #BuildingGreatTeams #LeadershipPodcast

What does it really take to become an effective leader in today’s fast-changing world? 00:00 – Introduction: Welcome to Millionaire by Morning 01:15 – Meet Jim Carlough: 30 Years of Leadership Experience 03:45 – From Start-Ups to Industry Leaders: Jim’s Career Journey 07:10 – Leaders Aren’t Born, They’re Developed: Breaking the Leadership Myth 10:05 – Why Most Leadership Training Fails 13:30 – The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership Explained 18:20 – Building High-Performing Teams in Complex Organizations 22:45 – Revitalizing Underperforming Businesses 27:10 – Leading Through Transformational Change 31:40 – Mentorship, Experience, and Intentional Growth 36:15 – Advice for Gen X Leaders Navigating Reinvention 40:05 – Creating a Leadership Legacy 44:30 – Jim’s Book: The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership 47:50 – Final Thoughts: Becoming the Leader You’re Capable Of 50:00 – Closing & How to Connect with Jim Carlough In this episode of the Millionaire by Morning Podcast, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with leadership expert, strategist, and best-selling author Jim Carlough to unpack the truth behind one powerful idea: Leaders aren’t born — they’re developed. With over 30 years of leadership experience, Jim has driven explosive growth for healthcare organizations ranging from start-ups to industry leaders. He shares hard-earned insights on: Building high-performing teams Revitalizing underperforming organizations Leading through transformational change Developing leadership as a learnable skill Jim also breaks down the core ideas from his best-selling book, The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership: A Roadmap to Success, and explains how leaders at any stage can intentionally grow through experience, mentorship, and disciplined practice. This conversation is especially for Gen X leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating career reinvention, organizational leadership, and legacy creation. 🎧 Listen, learn, and lead better — by morning.

In this powerful episode of the Millionaire by Morning Podcast, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Kam Knight — internationally renowned coach, speaker, and bestselling author of over a dozen books on mental, emotional, and physical performance. Kam is known for delivering fresh, unconventional insights that challenge traditional thinking and redefine what peak performance really means. His work has become the gold standard in multiple disciplines and has helped over 500,000 people elevate their focus, resilience, and leadership. In this conversation, we explore: How to sharpen mental performance in high-stakes leadership and entrepreneurship Why midlife is the most powerful season for reinvention The mindset shifts required to transition from success to fulfillment How unconventional thinking creates extraordinary results Lessons from traveling to 100+ countries and coaching at the highest levels This episode is a must-listen for Gen X leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers who are navigating reinvention, building legacy, and designing a more fulfilling next chapter. 🎙️ Hosted by Rashad Thirlkill Founder of Millionaire by Morning — helping Gen X leaders become creatives, build wealth, and leave a legacy in the digital and AI-driven world. #MillionaireByMorning #RashadThirlkill #KamKnight #MentalPerformance #HighPerformance #LeadershipReinvention #MidlifeReinvention #GenXLeaders #EntrepreneurMindset #PeakPerformance #PersonalDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LegacyBuilding #MindsetMatters #HighAchievers