Don Barden, Ph.D., CEO, Perfect Plan Consulting

Don Barden, Ph.D., CEO, Perfect Plan Consulting

July 7, 2026 · 46 min · Episode 396

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Don Barden discusses his transformative leadership approach and the importance of cultural change in organizations.

Don was named one of the Top 30 Most “Transformational Leaders in North America” by John Maxwell and the 2018 Entrepreneur of the Year by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. In 2019, the Department of Defense recognized him with honors from the 75 th US Army Ranger Regiment, and he was named 2020 YMCA Volunteer of the Year.He is certified in Cybersecurity Management from Harvard University and has a Ph.D. in Economics and Organizational Leadership from Columbia International University. He earned his M.B.A. in Global Technology Management and International Business with an undergraduate B.B.A. in Economics and Finance. He resides in Atlanta, Georgia.Don’s work challenges and motivates organizations and leadership teams to think deeply about their beliefs so they can consistently achieve their communication, culture, sales, and management goals. His “unfair advantage” theories are revolutionary in today’s economy, as he leads and builds companies in a way that exposes the myth of modern leadership and communication techniques. Don’s recent work, “Here Come the Girls,” celebrates women in leadership. The study aims to help frustrated organizations transform by awakening their creative…

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Host: Brandt Handley

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Organizations: Perfect Plan Consulting, John Maxwell, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Department of Defense, US Army Ranger Regiment, YMCA, Harvard University, Columbia International University

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