Dr. John La Puma: Watch This Now & Discover the Toxic Leadership Performance Blindspot
Release Date: 01/12/2026
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info_outlineWhat if the real reason your focus is fading, decisions feel heavier, and energy doesn’t rebound like it used to… has nothing to do with leadership skill or discipline?
In this powerful episode of the WholeCEO Podcast, Lisa G. sits down with Dr. John La Puma to uncover a toxic yet invisible performance blindspot affecting CEOs and high-level leaders every day — without their awareness.
In this conversation, you’ll learn:
🔴 The 93% Leadership Performance Blindspot
Leaders spend 93% of their lives indoors — and unknowingly erode cognitive and physical performance.
🧠 The 1,000-ppm Thinking Penalty
At common indoor CO₂ levels (~1,000 ppm), strategic thinking can drop by ~15%, impacting decision quality and leadership clarity.
⏱ The 10-Minute Morning Advantage
A simple, science-backed shift you can implement immediately to improve focus, energy, and cognitive performance.
😴 The 80% Sleep Sabotage
Why most leaders are unknowingly undermining their sleep — even when they believe they’re doing everything “right.”
⏳ The 5-Year Aging Gap
How your daily environment may be accelerating aging — and how to close the gap for long-term health and leadership longevity.
This isn’t about working harder.
It’s about removing the hidden performance taxes silently draining elite leaders.
🎧 If you’re a CEO, founder, or executive responsible for people, outcomes, and long-term impact — this episode is essential.
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