The Experimental Leader
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A collection of learning ideas, methods and perspectives.
Authored by Melanie Parish, The Experimental Leader program is a collection of learning ideas, methods and perspectives developed through over 6000 hours of leader conversations. This program has emerged through trial and error and is used to help high performers create a crucial paradigm shift in their leadership.
What if the thing overwhelming you isn’t your workload, but your thought load?
In the newest episode of The Experimental Leader, Melanie Parish and Mel Rutherford sit down with leadership expert Liane Davey to explore thought load, digital overstimulation, conflict, AI, and what happens when we intentionally create space to think.
Liane shares practical experiments for reducing the noise and making more room for insight, energy, meaningful work, and connection.
Listen to the newest episode of The Experimental Leader with Liane Davey.
Steve Polz pulled Mel on stage at the Rocky Mountain Folk Festival. Filmed by Mary Clements.
Follow us on our journey Ontario to Oregon in our 1984 Campervan “Fern”
Are you hiring the best person for the role… or the person who reminds you of yourself?
Our instincts can be powerful, but they can also introduce bias into the hiring process.
In this new episode of The Experimental Leader Podcast, Melanie Parish and Mel Rutherford explore how leaders can make smarter hiring decisions, build stronger teams, and look beyond what's familiar.
Available August 7, 2026. Be sure to listen wherever you get this episode.
I’m at the Lyons Song School learning to write songs. I attended Steve Polz’ class and wrote my 2nd song. He helped me add music and played with me at the school’s open mike. Once in a lifetime experience!! Wow! Follow to see what comes next.
We are on a book tour from Dundas, Ontario 🇨🇦 in our 1984 VW Campervan “ Fern.” Follow us so you don’t miss anything.
08/04/2026
There's nothing quite like seeing your book out in the world.
The Glass Cliff: One Trans Man's Leadership Odyssey by Dr. Mel Rutherford, PCC is finding its place on bookstore shelves and in conversations about leadership, identity, and authentic living. Every display is an invitation to discover a story that challenges perspectives and inspires meaningful dialogue.
This is just the beginning.
Dr. Mel Rutherford, PCC is continuing the book tour with readings, signings, and opportunities to connect with readers along the way. We'd love to meet you in person!
Stay up to date on upcoming book tour stops, book readings, and book signings by visiting: https://www.melanieparish.com/events/
We hope to see you at a future event!
Have you picked up your copy of The Glass Cliff yet?
Have you ever held back from sharing feedback because you were worried about how someone might react?
As leaders, it's easy to let emotions shape difficult conversations, but avoiding them rarely helps anyone grow.
🎙️ In tomorrow's episode of The Experimental Leader Podcast, Melanie Parish and Mel Rutherford explore the leadership traps that get in the way of clear communication, better decisions, and stronger teams.
If you've ever struggled with balancing honesty, urgency, and trust, you won't want to miss this conversation.
🎧 New episode drops tomorrow. Follow The Experimental Leader Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss it.
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