This Is Why Most Leaders Fail | Chris Widener

What makes a truly great leader? Why are so many influencers just echoes of others? In this powerful conversation, Chris Widener—one of the most respected speakers in the world—joins Josh Kosnick to discuss mentorship, integrity, revival, and the crisis of masculinity in modern leadership. Chris was personally mentored by Jim Rohn and Zig Ziglar, has spoken over 2,500 times, and now leads a movement for spiritual revival across America. If you want truth over trend, and purpose over platform—this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Welcome to Spartan Leadership 01:18 - Guest Introduction: Chris Widener 02:07 - Chris Widener’s Story 02:21 - The Power of Mentorship 08:07 - How to Find the Right Mentor 10:27 - Why Influence Is Misunderstood 14:13 - Lessons from Rohn and Ziglar 16:03 - The Danger of Imitation in Leadership 17:12 - Sahil Bloom’s Five Types of Wealth 18:04 - Plagiarism in the Speaking Industry 21:13 - Chris’s Book Writing Process 27:58 - The Core of Integrity 29:43 - Boldness in Leadership 30:37 - Self-Worth and Confidence 31:21 - Intentions vs. Actions 32:44 - Chris’s Revival Ministry 34:09 - College Campus Revivals 39:06 - Searching for Meaning 41:32 - Tithing and Trust 45:49 - Silence, Solitude, and Speaking 48:34 - Clarity Breaks and Lectio Divina 50:59 - A Vision for a Revived America 55:05 - The Emasculation of Men 57:37 - Teaching Masculine and Feminine Roles 01:00:53 - Feminism and the Perception of Men 01:01:46 - How to Connect with Chris 01:03:04 - Final Thoughts and Call to Action ________ 📅 Book a Call with Josh: https://calendly.com/josh-kosnick/30min 🔗 Follow Josh Kosnick & Get Exclusive Content: https://linktr.ee/joshkosnick Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes featuring top business minds, elite performers, and leadership experts. #SpartanLeadership #Leadership #BusinessSuccess #Mindset #Entrepreneurship #SelfImprovement #Podcast #JoshKosnick #SpartanMindset Spartan Valor Foundation is dedicated to empowering veterans, military families, and survivors of child trafficking. Through strategic partnerships, we provide critical resources, advocacy, and hope for those who have sacrificed so much. Join us in making a difference—because no hero should stand alone. 🔗 Learn more: spartanvalor.org Support the show CONNECT WITH ME HERE: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter TikTok YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube