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The Grounded Man

John Douglas

 The Grounded Man Podcast by Deru is for hardworking men building businesses, carrying responsibility, and providing for their families — who feel they should be freer. 


The world has changed, and leading through hard work and long hours now limits a man’s influence. 


Deru is changing how leaders lead - from the inside out. It's a way to carry the load without constant pressure - so you can enjoy what you’re building, and still have energy for life!

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  • Avg 24 min
  • English

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  • April 13 · 17 min

    Leading By Example Starts With Your State

    Show Notes In this episode, John Douglas talks about what leadership really means today. He explains how leadership is shifting away from just hard work and control, and toward mindset, energy, and self-mastery. Your internal state doesn’t just affect you. It shapes your business, your team, and your family. John encourages letting go of outdated habits, taking personal responsibility, and showing up in a way that naturally inspires others. Leadership isn’t just about what you do. It starts with how you show up. When you lead with the right energy and direction, people step up, ownership grows, and results improve without constant pressure. If you want to lead with purpose, clarity, and calm, this episode is for you. For more on the Deru approach to leadership from the inside out, visit www.derunation.com Timestamps 00:00:00 — Improving leadership through energy 00:04:25 — Everything starts from within 00:09:29 — Modern leadership and inner mastery 00:10:38 — Focus on self-leadership first 00:16:19 — Focusing on personal growth Sequence of Topics Covered Introduction & Context Changing expectations of younger generations regarding leadership The importance of leading with purpose, presence, and peace of mind Purpose of The Grounded Man Podcast Vision for leadership in the 21st century What is Leadership? Definition: Influence and inspiration of others and events Leverage: Influencing without direct involvement Challenges: Team members not stepping up or taking responsibility The Role of Energy in Leadership Self-leadership’s impact on others Understanding energy: frequency and vibration Reference to Nikola Tesla’s views on vibration and frequency Numbers as the basis for scientific and business progress Influence through Energy and Identity Ripple effect metaphor: pebble in a pond Individual energy, identity, and behaviors shaping outcomes and environment Attraction of similar energy; repulsion of dissimilar energy Positive and negative states attracting corresponding outcomes The futility of expecting positive results from a negative state Identity in Business Leadership Fixer vs. Creator identities: Fixer: solving others’ problems, making decisions for others, drained of energy Creator: visionary, strategist, culture builder, empowers others Shifting from front-line doer to leader and organizer Value of self-perception as a leader Growth into leadership, not being born a leader

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  • April 6 · 21 min

    Stop Working to Earn Freedom — Lead With Freedom

    Show Notes In this episode, John Douglas talks about why so many hardworking men still feel stuck even when they are doing everything right. He breaks down the idea that freedom is not something you earn later, but something you learn to live now. Instead of constantly reacting to pressure, expectations, and responsibilities, this episode focuses on leading from within. It is about understanding your identity beyond titles, letting go of fear-driven patterns, and building a sense of control that does not depend on external success. If you have ever felt like you are working hard but still not free, this episode will shift how you see it. Learn more: https://www.derunation.com Timestamps 00:00:00 — The Inner Game of Leadership Mastering your inner world vs chasing external success 00:01:22 — The Flawed Belief About Freedom Why waiting for “someday” keeps you stuck 00:02:21 — Freedom as a Way of Life Shifting from future thinking to present living 00:03:23 — Your Default Emotional State How your internal state shapes your reality 00:04:23 — Working from the Inside Out Creating results from within, not reacting outside 00:07:43 — The Cost of Survival Mode Success at the expense of health, family, and peace 00:08:42 — Mastering Yourself for Peace Focusing on what you can actually control 00:10:50 — Working With Life, Not Against It Alignment vs ego-driven resistance 00:12:09 — The Million Dollar Question: Who Am I? Identity beyond roles, titles, and expectations 00:13:10 — Understanding the Ego and Status How ego quietly drives your decisions 00:16:10 — Spiritual Growth as “Unbecoming” Letting go of fear and limiting beliefs

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