Free leadership resources
We believe good ideas should travel. Dig into our library of webinars, articles, podcasts, events and our leadership video series. It’s practical (and fun) content built for leaders and the people who develop them. Because the best leadership thinking shouldn’t live behind a form.
Who doesn’t like free stuff?
Our free resources are designed to spark ideas, shift perspectives and give you some useful (and sometimes fun) information you can actually use.
Check out our Jack Chats for quick leadership lessons, tune into the Shotcast podcast for fresh takes, dig into our articles for deeper insights, or catch a webinar when you’re ready to level up live. No fluff. Just real talk for real leaders.
Jack Chat
Tiny lessons in leadership. Straight up.
These short videos by super-serious-leadership expert Jackie Pelland share useful tips and self-reflection questions in every episode. And you might even get a laugh.
They’re intentionally short and light-humored so go ahead…share them with your team, use them in team meetings… that’s why they’re here.
Shotcast
Slingshot25’s bite-sized podcasts that feel like an espresso shot to your brain!
Welcome to our teeny-tiny podcast that packs a punch in just a few minutes. Listen to Courtney Smock and Jackie Pelland banter about the leadership, change and coaching topics relevant in the workplace. Sometimes are topics are ripped from the headlines, sometimes they’re triggered by client questions – you just have to listen to get all of the Courtney-isms and a whole lot of Slingshot25-style insights.
Articles
We share fresh insights, practical tools, and bold perspectives on leadership, change, and the human experience at work. Whether you’re a seasoned executive, a team leader, or someone simply curious about better ways to lead and grow, you’ll find articles that challenge conventional thinking and inspire forward momentum. Dive in and explore what’s new!
Dealing with a lot of change? Leadership is the only way out.
Courtney Smock unpacks why organizations keep investing in change management when leadership development is the real differentiator.
Why is Accountability so hard right now?
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “kids these days…” about your team, this one’s for you.
Rethinking Accountability
The real work in creating a culture of accountability begins long before performance slips.
“Can I give you some feedback?”
Feedback conversations have a bad reputation — but they don’t have to.
The secret? Don’t wait until the moment arrives to figure out what you want to say.
Download the Feedback Prep Guide and take the guesswork out of your next conversation.
Less awkward. More clarity. Better leadership.
Don’t wing the conversation that matters.
Tough conversations are easier when you know what you need to say (and why). This free prep guide will help you get clear on the outcome you want, what needs to be addressed and how to approach the conversation with confidence and purpose.

