the Learn-It-All™ podcast
Welcome to the Learn-It-All™ podcast, the show for today's leaders who are ready to get and stay ahead of the game. Because great leaders aren't born or made, they're always in the making. Your host Damon Lembi is a 2x best-selling author and CEO of Learnit—a live learning platform that's upskilled over 2 million people. In conversations with industry experts and solo episodes, Damon offers fresh insights, new practices, and actionable strategies for leaders looking forward to thriving in tomorrow’s rapidly evolving business landscape. Subscribe to the Learn-It-All™ podcast on your favorite platform to never miss an episode.
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276: The Psychological Safety Test Leaders Never Try | Aoife O’Brien
<p>Even high-performing teams can be unhappy—and leaders who want to create workplaces where people thrive need a new playbook. </p><p>In this energizing episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, Damon sits down with Aoife O'Brien, award-winning podcast host and author of Thriving Talent, to unpack the essential ingredients for happy, high-performing workplaces. Drawing from her own journey and deep organizational research, Aoife lays out her “house” framework for thriving teams. Discover the building blocks of psychological safety, culture, drivers, and capabilities—plus practical ways leaders at any level can activate them. From feedback to autonomy to tackling imposter syndrome...
275: He Took Over From a Legend After 45 Years—Here’s What Worked | David Brint
<p>Leaders aren’t just born—they’re built, and sometimes it takes stepping into the unknown to truly make a lasting impact.</p><p>In this heartening episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, Damon Lembi sits down with David Brint, innovative real estate entrepreneur and transformative former chairman of the Foundation Fighting Blindness. David shares the inspiring story behind his decades-long mission to cure blinding diseases—a journey that began with his own son’s diagnosis. Together, they dig into everything from scaling one of America’s top affordable housing companies to overhauling a nonprofit for long-term success—plus, the hard (and human...
274: The 6 Levels of Control That Signal Team Failure | Kevin Black
<p>Chaos isn't just survival—it's an opportunity.</p><p>In this electrifying episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, host Damon Lembi welcomes strategic advisor, U.S. Army veteran, and author Kevin Black for a game-changing deep dive on team chaos. Drawing from military history, behavioral science, and his groundbreaking book Strength and Chaos, Kevin reveals why chaos is misunderstood as merely negative—and how leaders can harness it for team growth. The duo unpacks the difference between destructive and constructive chaos, behavioral adaptability, and the “PAR” dynamic that determines whether your team thrives or crumbles under stress. Whether you run a startup...
273: Stop Hiring for Experience: The 3 Traits That Predict Top Performers | Ursula Mentjes
<p>There’s always a way—and Ursula Mentjes can show you how.</p><p>On this episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, Damon welcomes Ursula Mentjes: five-time bestselling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and business growth expert. Together, they explore why “accidental salespeople” often outperform the pros, what really drives outsize business growth, and how to dismantle limiting beliefs that hold leaders back. Ursula opens up about her early days in sales, her leap from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, and the mindsets that helped her—and her clients—break through seven-figure ceilings. Plus, she shares actionable tips on hiring, delegation, and leveraging AI...
272: The 5 Cs That Make People Trust You | Damon Lembi
<p>Learn as if you’ll live forever. Lead as if you’re always becoming.</p><p>In this energizing solo episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, host Damon Lembi takes us on a deep dive into his signature “Five C’s” framework—a roadmap for leaders who want to double down on their human advantage in an AI-driven world. Drawing on his own journey and packed with relatable stories, Damon reveals why humility opens the door to greatness and how Character, Curiosity, Courage, Confidence, and Community will set you apart as a truly “Learn-It-All” leader. From practical leadership tips to actionable exercis...
271: The $10B Portfolio Standard They Refuse to Compromise | Mark Gleiberman
<p>From Solopreneur to $10 Billion: Mark Gleiberman on Focus, Family, & Resilient Growth </p><p>What does it take to scale a business from a single 38-unit apartment acquisition to a 33,000-unit, $10B empire? In this eye-opening episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, Damon sits down with Mark Gleiberman, Founder & CEO of MG Properties, who walks us through three decades of disciplined growth. Together, they break down the power of saying "no" to distractions, weathering economic storms, and building a culture where people thrive for decades. </p><p>Mark Gleiberman explains why MG Properties has stuck with one niche—existing multifamily apartments—and ho...
270: Why Letting Go of the Outcome Changes Everything | Jim Harshaw Jr.
<p>Failure isn’t the opposite of success—it’s the catalyst that propels you forward. In this high-impact episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, host Damon welcomes Jim Harshaw Jr., executive performance coach, TEDx speaker, and former Division I All-American wrestler, for a raw conversation about the real anatomy of achievement. Jim opens up abouthis own journey through sports, business setbacks, and imposter syndrome, revealing the powerful mindset shifts and practical frameworks behind lasting growth. From the wrestling mat to the boardroom, Jim shares how leaning into failure, aligning your life with your true vision, and building an “environment of excellence...
269: Dan Ariely: Remote Work Didn’t Kill Productivity — It Killed Connection
<p>Some motivations are built-in. Others, you have to spark. In this mind-opening episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, Damon welcomes behavioral economist and bestselling author Dan Ariely to decode the real drivers of high-performing teams and modern organizations. Together, they explore the hidden costs of remote work, why extrinsic motivators like pay fall short, and how leaders can reignite connection, resilience, and risk-taking in a post-pandemic world. Packed with stories and science, Dan shares actionable ways to make invisible effort matter, untangle workplace polarization, and transform "paycheck players" into passionate contributors. </p><p>Whether you lead a team, want to re...
268: Start Strong Mini-Series: Four-Time Olympian on the Two Types of Courage That Change Everything | Ruben Gonzalez
<p>What does it take to become a four-time Olympian—when you don’t even pick your sport until age 21? On this electrifying episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, Damon welcomes the unstoppable Ruben Gonzalez: luge athlete, keynote speaker, TEDx phenomenon, and master storyteller. From overcoming repeated failure to redefining visualization as “feelerization,” Ruben Gonzalez shares captivating tales and actionable tools for crushing doubt and charging after big dreams, no matter when—or where—you start. </p><p>You’ll get an inside look at what fuels resilience in the world’s most competitive arenas, how to become coachable (even when you’re stubborn...
267: Start Strong Mini-Series: NFL Quarterback on the Comeback Mindset That Refuses to Lose | Jake Plummer
<p>Winning underdogs aren’t just driven by grit—they’re built on belief, resilience, and relentless curiosity. In this standout episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, Damon sits down with Jake “The Snake” Plummer, legendary NFL quarterback, business builder, and champion of continuous learning. Jake opens up about the playbook behind his on-field comebacks, the power of true team belief, and why embracing curiosity has fueled his post-NFL success as an entrepreneur. From locker room speeches to the surprising world of functional mushrooms, Damon and Jake dig into leadership, humility, and trusting your gut through every twist—whether the stakes are the Rose B...
