Leadership is a people business
Become a
leader worth
following.
Jon S. Rennie helps leaders and teams build trust, take ownership, and lead people well when the mission matters.
30+
Years Leading Teams
$200M
Sales Turnaround
600+
Employees Led
400+
Podcast Episodes
Clear paths for leaders, teams, and readers.
Speaking
Stories from the front lines of leadership for teams, conferences, and organizations.
Coaching
Practical executive guidance for leaders who want to build trust, clarity, and accountability.
Books
Field-tested leadership lessons for readers ready to become leaders worth following.
Podcast
Conversations with industry leaders and experts about what it takes to lead people well.
The Qualified Leadership Series
A practical toolkit for leaders who have the watch.
Jon’s books translate submarine leadership, manufacturing leadership, and executive experience into practical guidance for leaders responsible for both mission and people.
Latest insights
Recent leadership articles from Jon.
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My Interview on the Whistle and a Clipboard Podcast
Today I appeared on the Whistle and a Clipboard Podcast to talk about my latest book, I Have the Watch. During this podcast,…
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Is it Time for the Introverted Leader?
What type of individual makes a great leader? The answer to that question is likely to cause a debate in any…
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I Am Not Smart… I Am Persistent!
In my work life, I’ve received many compliments. I have a hard time accepting the one that says I’m smart. People look at my…
Meet Jon
Hard-earned leadership guidance for people responsible for people.
Jon S. Rennie is a business leader, author, speaker, executive coach, and former U.S. Navy nuclear submarine officer. He is Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Peak Demand Inc. and has spent decades leading teams in demanding environments.
His books, podcast, speaking, and coaching all return to one central idea: leadership begins and ends with people.