Paper Napkin Wisdom - Podcast And Blog For Entrepreneurs, Leaders And Difference-makers

In episode 186 of Paper Napkin Wisdom, Govindh Jayaraman has a compelling conversation with Todd Palmer, a CEO coach, entrepreneur, and author who believes that “The problem is never what you think it is.” This simple yet powerful insight drives his approach to leadership and coaching. Todd has spent years guiding leaders to uncover the deeper issues that lie beneath the surface of everyday business challenges. He believes that by getting to the root of problems, leaders can build more resilient organizations and foster meaningful growth. Throughout this episode, Todd shares lessons from his own entrepreneurial journey and reveals how his Paper Napkin Wisdom has shaped his career. Todd's story isn’t just about overcoming surface-level challenges. It’s about exploring the underlying issues that often go unnoticed and addressing them head-on. Recognizing Hidden Challenges in Leadership Todd’s philosophy centers on the idea that the real problem is rarely the one that’s immediately visible. “So often, we get cau