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THE DISRUPTION MAP
Click a pin to watch a real story, by a real person. Filter by theme or location.
Turn your disruption into a story that helps someone else move forward.
Record a quick 60-second vertical video answering: What disrupted your world? What did you do next?
Submit it with your location & theme. We’ll review for clarity and positivity.
Our team selects standout stories monthly for spotlights across Patrick’s talks, site, and future collaborations.
Coauthored with James Patterson — one of the world’s most successful storytellers — Disrupt Everything is a call to action for taking back control in times of change. Patrick Leddin, PhD, brings 82nd Airborne discipline, Fortune 500 consulting, and leadership research to help you turn chaos into progress.
I got laid off in March… launched a freelance practice in 14 days. Month 4 beat my old salary.
— Sarah M., Designer
AI didn’t take my job—I used it to 5x my output.
— Marcus T., Developer
We moved cross-country with two kids and no plan. Here’s what worked.
— Elena K., Teacher
From China to UK
Daughter in college
Father passing
Offputting
Cold weather
You are a Positive Disruptor
Don’t wait for permission
Progress is NOT linear
Featured on the Disruption Map viewed by readers and event audiences.
Select stories may be highlighted in newsletters, podcasts, or future books.
Early submissions may receive a short editorial suggestion.
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Discover the proven strategies to navigate disruption and transform uncertainty into opportunity. Available everywhere books are sold.
From AI to sudden job shifts to personal upheaval—disruption happens. This project collects the real, practical moves people make to turn uncertainty into advantage. Browse the map, learn what works, and add your play.
Most featured stories are simple but specific. The impact comes from honesty, not scale.
30–90 seconds. Vertical (phone) is perfect.
No. Quiet room + window light + phone mic works.
Share lessons learned, not private details. Omit names, employers, or personal data you don’t want public.
Clarity, specificity, and a usable takeaway (what you did and what changed).
Yes, send us an email at jess@patrickleddin.com
We can’t publish everything, but we review all submissions.
Community Guidelines: Be specific, be constructive, respect privacy.
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