Chad M Brignac
Transformationist, Coach, and Author of Blend Don’t Break, Helping Leaders and Families Position Themselves for Lasting Change
Chad M Brignac Key Topics
Why the Church Must Rethink Discipleship
The issue facing modern churches isn’t attendance-it’s transformation. Too many believers show up, serve, and leave unchanged. Chad’s own faith journey revealed a critical gap between participation and spiritual growth. Drawing from scripture and personal transformation, he challenges churches to rethink discipleship not as a program but as a process of renewing the mind and heart. With a focus on intentional, relational investment-just as Jesus modeled-Chad outlines how leaders can create spaces where faith isn’t just professed but practiced, and where real transformation can take root.
Why Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Are Winning in 2025
The biggest workplace crisis today isn’t AI or a talent shortage-it’s a lack of true self-understanding. Too often, unspoken frustrations and emotional disconnection surface only once it’s too late to change course. As burnout and disengagement climb, emotionally intelligent leaders are emerging as the ones capable of building loyal, resilient, and high-performing teams. But here’s the catch: most executives believe they already “get” emotional intelligence-yet studies show that while 95% of people think they're self-aware, only 10–15% actually are. As a transformationist, Chad helps leaders move beyond theory into awareness-driven action, breaking down how they unknowingly sabotage their culture, and offering practical steps to build leadership rooted in compassion, emotional insight, and lasting internal change.
What High-Performing Leaders Get Wrong About Success at Home
High-performing executives are often blindsided by failure-not in the boardroom, but at home. The same traits that fuel business success-decisiveness, control, relentless drive-can damage relationships when left unchecked. Chad doesn’t just speak from experience-he’s lived the near collapse of his family, and the transformation that followed. He shares how true leadership begins with awareness and presence, not just plans and performance. This talk is a call to action for high achievers who feel like they're "winning" at work but "losing" where it matters most-and offers the internal shifts that can lead to real reconciliation and reconnection.
Blending Families, Building Bonds: Creating Your Family's Secret Sauce
Blended families face unique dynamics-and the default approach of “hoping it works out” isn’t enough. Chad draws from his personal journey and co-authored book Blend Don’t Break to share how blended families can intentionally build connection, resilience, and shared purpose. He offers a transformationist perspective on family life: recognizing emotional patterns, dismantling assumptions, and leading with curiosity and empathy. This talk delivers actionable wisdom for those navigating love, loss, and legacy within blended family life.
The “Purpose” Myth: Why High Achievers Are More Unfulfilled Than Ever
Chasing promotions, accolades, and big wins is supposed to bring fulfillment-so why do so many high achievers feel empty? The answer lies in mistaking external validation for internal alignment. Chad unpacks the “purpose trap” that keeps leaders climbing ladders that don’t lead where they thought. As a transformationist, he guides people to shift inward-helping them reframe purpose not as a destination, but as a reflection of who they truly are. This talk challenges the conventional success narrative and offers a powerful lens for finding meaning that’s rooted in identity, not accolades.
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Why the Church Must Rethink Discipleship
The issue facing modern churches isn’t attendance-it’s transformation. Too many believers show up, serve, and leave unchanged. Chad’s own faith journey revealed a critical gap between participation and spiritual growth. Drawing from scripture and personal transformation, he challenges churches to rethink discipleship not as a program but as a process of renewing the mind and heart. With a focus on intentional, relational investment-just as Jesus modeled-Chad outlines how leaders can create spaces where faith isn’t just professed but practiced, and where real transformation can take root.
Why Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Are Winning in 2025
The biggest workplace crisis today isn’t AI or a talent shortage-it’s a lack of true self-understanding. Too often, unspoken frustrations and emotional disconnection surface only once it’s too late to change course. As burnout and disengagement climb, emotionally intelligent leaders are emerging as the ones capable of building loyal, resilient, and high-performing teams. But here’s the catch: most executives believe they already “get” emotional intelligence-yet studies show that while 95% of people think they're self-aware, only 10–15% actually are. As a transformationist, Chad helps leaders move beyond theory into awareness-driven action, breaking down how they unknowingly sabotage their culture, and offering practical steps to build leadership rooted in compassion, emotional insight, and lasting internal change.
What High-Performing Leaders Get Wrong About Success at Home
High-performing executives are often blindsided by failure-not in the boardroom, but at home. The same traits that fuel business success-decisiveness, control, relentless drive-can damage relationships when left unchecked. Chad doesn’t just speak from experience-he’s lived the near collapse of his family, and the transformation that followed. He shares how true leadership begins with awareness and presence, not just plans and performance. This talk is a call to action for high achievers who feel like they're "winning" at work but "losing" where it matters most-and offers the internal shifts that can lead to real reconciliation and reconnection.
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Latest video
What is "Blend Don't Break" about?
Latest episodes
Key topics
Why the Church Must Rethink Discipleship
The issue facing modern churches isn’t attendance-it’s transformation. Too many believers show up, serve, and leave unchanged. Chad’s own faith journey revealed a critical gap between participation and spiritual growth. Drawing from scripture and personal transformation, he challenges churches to rethink discipleship not as a program but as a process of renewing the mind and heart. With a focus on intentional, relational investment-just as Jesus modeled-Chad outlines how leaders can create spaces where faith isn’t just professed but practiced, and where real transformation can take root.
Why Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Are Winning in 2025
The biggest workplace crisis today isn’t AI or a talent shortage-it’s a lack of true self-understanding. Too often, unspoken frustrations and emotional disconnection surface only once it’s too late to change course. As burnout and disengagement climb, emotionally intelligent leaders are emerging as the ones capable of building loyal, resilient, and high-performing teams. But here’s the catch: most executives believe they already “get” emotional intelligence-yet studies show that while 95% of people think they're self-aware, only 10–15% actually are. As a transformationist, Chad helps leaders move beyond theory into awareness-driven action, breaking down how they unknowingly sabotage their culture, and offering practical steps to build leadership rooted in compassion, emotional insight, and lasting internal change.
What High-Performing Leaders Get Wrong About Success at Home
High-performing executives are often blindsided by failure-not in the boardroom, but at home. The same traits that fuel business success-decisiveness, control, relentless drive-can damage relationships when left unchecked. Chad doesn’t just speak from experience-he’s lived the near collapse of his family, and the transformation that followed. He shares how true leadership begins with awareness and presence, not just plans and performance. This talk is a call to action for high achievers who feel like they're "winning" at work but "losing" where it matters most-and offers the internal shifts that can lead to real reconciliation and reconnection.
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