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The Frustrated CEO
Hosted by Patrick Lyons, Patsy Feeman & Leb Tannenbaum · EN
Being a CEO is a balancing act. You carry the weight of big decisions, yet hold the power to shape your company’s future. How you lead matters just as much as what you do — and having a clear roadmap can make all the difference.
The Frustrated CEO Podcast is your guide on that journey. Each episode dives into proven strategies, processes, and systems to help you boost influence, take confident action, and achieve meaningful success — both professionally and personally.
We explore leadership challenges, share actionable insights, and offer practical tools to help you elevate your game while enhancing your well-being.
Want to share your leadership experience as a guest? Email us at anya@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com
— we’d love to have a friendly conversation and highlight your insights for our audience.
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FROSTING MY COOKIES (Part 2): Why “Venting” Is Actually Killing Your Culture | The Frustrated CEO | 106
4w ago00:12:55Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWelcome back to The Frustrated CEO with Patrick Lyons and Patsy Feeman—where we say the things leaders are thinking but don’t always say out loud.In this second edition of “Frosting My Cookies,” Patrick and Patsy dive into one of the most common (and accepted) workplace habits… that might actually be doing serious damage:👉 “Venting.”It feels harmless. It even feels good in the moment.But what if venting is just gossip in disguise—and slowly destroying trust, accountability, and team culture?This episode gets real about the difference between healthy conflict and toxic divisiveness—and why most leaders are handling it wrong.In this episode:• Why venting is often just socially acceptable gossip• How “blowing off steam” creates division and erodes trust• The difference between conflict (healthy) and divisiveness (destructive)• What leaders should do when employees come to “vent”• How avoiding hard conversations damages culture long-term• Why taking personal responsibility is the real leadership moveKey Takeaway:Venting might feel good in the moment—but it solves nothing.Real leadership means stepping up, owning the conversation, and addressing issues directly.🔥 If you’ve ever:Complained about a coworker to someone elseFelt frustrated but avoided the real conversationSeen gossip quietly damage a team…this episode will hit home.📲 Follow The Frustrated CEO for more real leadership conversations:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-ConsultingEmail: info@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com#Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #Management #Relatable #CorporateLifeWebsite: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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FROSTING MY COOKIES | Leadership Fails, & Broken Accountability | The Frustrated CEO | #105
4w ago00:27:32Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWelcome to The Frustrated CEO with Patrick Lyons and Patsy Feeman, where we explore the real workplace frustrations leaders don’t always say out loud.In this episode, we unpack what’s really driving frustration in today’s workplace—from leaders who ask for fresh perspectives but shut them down, to the everyday communication breakdowns that quietly erode team performance.If you’ve ever experienced a bait-and-switch in leadership, unclear expectations, or felt like your ideas didn’t matter, this conversation will resonate.In this episode, we discuss:• Why leaders say they want feedback—but often reject it in practice• The hidden cost of poor communication and unclear expectations• How lack of clarity leads to missed accountability and team frustration• Why employees who challenge the status quo are often the most committed• The real reason accountability breaks down in organizationsPatrick Lyons and Patsy Feeman bring real-world leadership experience and candid conversation to help you rethink how you lead, communicate, and build stronger teams.💡 Bottom line:Most workplace frustration isn’t about people—it’s about leadership gaps, unclear communication, and broken accountability systems.📲 Follow The Frustrated CEOLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-ConsultingEmail: info@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com#Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #Management #Relatable #CorporateLifeWebsite: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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Unshakable Leadership in Uncertain Times | Rome Madison | Lets Get Practical | 103
Feb 900:21:49Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailReal CEO Confidence in Uncertain Times | Leading Through Chaos with Rome MadisonWhat does real CEO confidence look like when the pressure is high, the answers aren’t clear, and uncertainty feels constant?In this episode of The Frustrated CEO Podcast, Patrick and Patsy sit down with executive coach and leadership strategist Rome Madison to unpack how today’s CEOs and founders can stay grounded, decisive, and confident—even while navigating chaos, complexity, and rapid change.Rome shares a practical leadership framework built on self-acceptance, competence, and strategy, and explains why humility, customer proximity, and embracing uncertainty are not weaknesses—but competitive advantages. This conversation offers real-world guidance for leaders who feel stretched thin, stuck in complexity, or overwhelmed by constant demands.Whether you’re leading a fast-growing company or steering an organization through turbulent times, this episode delivers clarity, perspective, and actionable insights for leading with confidence when certainty is off the table.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhat real CEO confidence looks like during uncertaintyHow self-acceptance strengthens executive decision-makingWhy humility is a competitive advantage for leadersHow staying close to customers sharpens strategyHow to lead effectively when there are no clear answers⬇️ Follow The Frustrated CEO Podcast ⬇️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-ConsultingEmail: info@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com🔗 Follow Rome MadisonWant more insights on executive leadership, CEO confidence, and leading through uncertainty? Connect with Rome:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genomicsellingsolutions/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheEverydaySuperstarYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RomeMadisonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/romemadisoneverydaysuperstar/X (Twitter): https://x.com/RomeMadisonFollow Rome for leadership strategies, mindset shifts, and real-world coaching insights designed for CEOs navigating growth, pressure, and change.🎧 About the ShowThe Frustrated CEO Podcast helps founders and CEOs cut through the noise, gain perspective, and lead with clarity through growth, complexity, and uncertainty.#CEOConfidence #ExecutiveLeadership #LeadershipPodcast #BusinessGrowth #LeadingThroughUncertaintyWebsite: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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Why Profitable Companies Struggle With Cash Flow With Brian Keyser | Lets Get Practical | 102
Feb 400:11:16Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailProfitable but stressed about cash flow? You’re not alone.This episode is a short segment from Episode 102 of The Frustrated CEO Podcast, titled “Let’s Get Practical.” In this focused clip, fractional CFO Brian Keyser joins Patrick and Patsy to explain why profitable businesses still struggle with cash flow—and what leaders can do right now to fix it.You’ll hear a clear breakdown of profit vs. cash flow, how timing issues, poor forecasting, and bad financial datacreate cash shortages, and why even fast-growing companies can feel constantly cash-starved.In this practical cash flow segment, you’ll learn how to:Free up trapped cashTighten accounts receivableImprove cash flow managementBuild simple cash flow forecasts that actually workReplace guesswork with financial clarityIf you’re a CEO, founder, or small business owner dealing with cash flow problems despite being profitable on paper, this segment delivers actionable financial advice you can apply immediately. Strong cash flow fuels better decisions, stronger leadership, and healthier teams.🎧 For the full conversation, listen to Episode 102 of The Frustrated CEO Podcast.This “Let’s Get Practical” segment is a great starting point if cash flow stress is holding your business back.About the GuestBrian Keyser is a fractional CFO at Anthem Strategists, helping business owners gain control of cash flow and build smarter financial systems.⬇️ Connect with Anthem Strategists ⬇️https://www.instagram.com/anthemstrategistshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTnd0Q913_yIzWD6-CNvc2Ahttps://anthemstrategists.com/contact/⬇️ Follow The Frustrated CEO Podcast ⬇️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-ConsultingWebsite: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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Why Leaders Are More Disconnected Than Ever And How to Fix It | Greg Roche | Let’s Get Practical | 101
Feb 300:06:12Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailDisconnected managers are quietly hurting performance, culture, and execution, and many leaders don’t realize it until retention, engagement, and results start slipping.In Let’s Get Practical | Episode 101, we talk with Greg Roche, a retention and workplace connection expert, about why leadership disconnection is increasing, how hybrid work and technology are driving workplace loneliness, and why employee engagement and retention depend more on authentic human connection than perks, programs, or policies.This episode is essential listening for leaders, managers, executives, and people leaders navigating today’s hybrid and remote work environments.You’ll learn practical strategies to:• Rebuild trust and connection across teams• Reduce conflict and unnecessary escalations• Improve execution and accountability• Strengthen workplace culture and employee retentionIf you care about leadership development, management effectiveness, workplace culture, employee engagement, and the future of work, this conversation will shift how you lead.🎧 Tune in now and get practical.Website: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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104 | Love as a Business Strategy: Fixing Toxic Culture and Leadership
Jan 2100:57:34Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode of The Frustrated CEO Podcast, hosts Patrick Lyons and Patsy Feeman sit down with Mohammad Anwar, CEO of Softway and co-founder of Culture+, for a candid conversation on leadership, company culture, and business transformation.Mohammad shares his powerful origin story, how rapid success left him “power drunk,” and how Softway’s once-strong culture turned toxic—nearly driving the company into bankruptcy. He reveals the pivotal turning point that sparked Softway’s turnaround: hearing a coach describe the company’s comeback as being driven by love as a business strategy.In this episode, you’ll learn what love in leadership really means (and why it’s neither romantic nor soft), why behaviors—not values—define culture, how to build change-ready organizations, and why sustainable culture change requires leaders to own mistakes, apologize, and seek forgiveness, not just roll out new policies or processes.This conversation is a must-listen for CEOs, founders, and leaders navigating culture change, leadership burnout, and the real work of building resilient, human-centered organizations.📌 Connect with Mohammad Anwar🔗 Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manwarsoftway/🔗 Love as a Strategy: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/love-as-a-strategy/?viewAsMember=true🔗 Team Softway: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teamsoftway/⬇️ Follow The Frustrated CEO On Social ⬇️👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceop👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-Consulting👉 info@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com#leadership #podcast #businessgrowthWebsite: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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103 | CEO Confidence in Uncertain Times | Leading Through Chaos with Rome Madison
Jan 601:04:17Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWhat does real CEO confidence look like when everything feels uncertain?In this episode of The Frustrated CEO Podcast, Patrick and Patsy sit down with executive coach Rome Madison to explore how leaders can stay grounded, decisive, and confident while navigating chaos, pressure, and constant change. Rome shares a practical leadership framework built on self-acceptance, competence, and strategy, and explains why humility, staying close to customers, and embracing uncertainty are essential for building high-performing organizations.This conversation is designed for CEOs, founders, and senior leaders who feel stretched thin, stuck in complexity, or challenged by rapid change — and are looking for clarity, perspective, and practical guidance on leading through uncertainty.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhat real confidence looks like for CEOs in uncertain timesHow self-acceptance strengthens executive decision-makingWhy humility is a competitive advantage in leadershipHow staying close to customers improves strategyLeading effectively when there are no clear answers👤 Guest: Rome MadisonRome Madison is an executive coach, speaker, and leadership strategist who helps CEOs and senior leaders build confidence, clarity, and performance in uncertain environments. His work focuses on practical frameworks that help leaders navigate complexity while staying authentic and effective.🔗 Follow Rome MadisonWant more insights on CEO confidence, executive leadership, and leading through uncertainty? Connect with Rome across platforms:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genomicsellingsolutions/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheEverydaySuperstarYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RomeMadisonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/romemadisoneverydaysuperstar/X (Twitter): https://x.com/RomeMadisonFollow Rome for leadership strategies, mindset shifts, and real-world coaching insights designed for CEOs navigating growth, pressure, and change.⬇️ Follow The Frustrated CEO On Social ⬇️👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceop👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-Consulting👉 info@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com🎧 About the ShowThe Frustrated CEO Podcast helps founders and CEOs cut through the noise, gain perspective, and lead with clarity in the face of complexity, growth, and uncertainty.#leadership #podcast #businessgrowth Website: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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102 | Profit Isn’t Cash: Why Profitable Companies Still Struggle with Cash Flow | Brian Keyser
Dec 2300:50:43Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailProfitable on paper but stressed about cash? You’re not alone. In Episode 102 of The Frustrated CEO Podcast, fractional CFO Brian Keyser joins Patrick and Patsy to break down the real reason profitable businesses still face cash crunches. Learn the critical difference between profit vs. cash, how timing issues and bad data create dangerous blind spots, and why simple forecasting beats guesswork every time.This episode delivers practical, immediately actionable steps—from freeing up trapped cash and tightening receivables to building simple cash flow models that actually work. Discover how strong cash flow fuels leadership confidence, strengthens culture, and builds trust across your organization.🎧 If cash flow stress is holding your business back, this episode is a must-listen.⬇️ Contact Anthem Strategists ⬇️https://www.instagram.com/anthemstrategistshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTnd0Q913_yIzWD6-CNvc2Ahttps://anthemstrategists.com/contact/⬇️ Follow The Frustrated CEO On Social⬇️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-Consultinginfo@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com#Podcast #business #businessowner #businesssolutions #CEO #leadership #leading #management Website: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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101 | Lonely Leaders, Disengaged Teams: Greg Roche on Rebuilding Connection | The Frustrated CEO
Dec 1200:58:39Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailDisconnected managers are quietly wrecking performance, culture, and execution, and most CEOs don’t see it coming.In this episode, we sit down with retention and connection expert Greg Roche to unpack why manager disconnection is on the rise, how hybrid work and technology are fueling unprecedented levels of loneliness, and why authentic relationships, not perks, are the real engine of engagement.Greg shares simple, practical steps leaders can apply immediately to rebuild connection, reduce unnecessary escalations, and create an environment where people genuinely want to stay.Tune in for a conversation that will change the way you think about connection, leadership, and the future of work.⬇️ Follow The Frustrated CEO On Social⬇️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lyons-group-consulting/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefrustratedceopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefrustratedceopodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Lyons-Group-Consultinginfo@thelyonsgroupconsulting.com#podcast #business #management #thefrustratedceopodcast #businessgrowthsolutions Website: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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Unfiltered, Unscripted, Unforgettable! Drew Harden Hosts The Frustrated CEO’s 100th Episode
Nov 2500:42:46Tap to summarizeSend us Fan Mail🎉 100 EPISODES!For this milestone, we flipped the script. Instead of hosting, we jumped into the hot seat and handed the mic to Drew Harden, CEO of Blue Compass and one of our most engaging past guests.In this episode, Drew guides us through a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about our podcast journey—covering our biggest lessons, surprising moments, and humbling realities. We get real about why authenticity, curiosity, and servant leadership matter more than pretending to have all the answers.If you care about leadership, company culture, growth mindsets, or honest reflections on the creative process, this episode is for you.🎙️ In This EpisodeThe most powerful lessons from 100 episodesSurprising moments that shaped our missionHumbling experiences that kept us groundedWhy curiosity outweighs expertise in meaningful leadershipHow we plan to evolve, stay relevant, and continue serving leaders with honesty and heart💡 Why This Episode MattersThis isn’t just a celebration—it’s a reset button. Drew helps us reflect on what defined the first 100 episodes and look forward to new ways to grow, challenge ourselves, and bring real value to leaders everywhere.💬 Join the ConversationWhat’s your favorite moment or biggest lesson from our first 100 episodes? Drop a comment—we’d love to hear from you!Enjoyed this episode? Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss what’s next.Website: Frustrated CEOSocial: LinkedIninstagram: @thefrustratedceopodcasttiktok: @thefrustratedceopodcast
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