Paul McCarthy

CEO & Founder

After being fired from four executive roles for exhibiting the very leadership qualities he was hired for, Paul MacLeod's career took a transformative turn. Since 2017, he has dedicated himself to researching, writing, speaking, and training on the evolving needs of leadership in a world of constant disruption. His F.I.R.E.D. Leadership Framework—Fresh Thinking, Inquisitive Nature, Real and Accountable, Expressive and Challenging, Direct and Transparent—guides organizations and emerging leaders in navigating this change. Paul's best-selling book and pioneering learning programs provide actionable insights for reinventing leadership to be future-ready. With a focus on evidence-based, experiential, and experimental methods, he helps leaders and organizations evolve and thrive in a rapidly changing environment. If you're ready to redefine leadership for the future, Paul invites you to join the conversation.