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The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

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The L3 Leadership Podcast is focused on leadership development and personal growth. We are obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximizing the impact of your leadership. We release a new episode every week to help you grow and develop as a leader. You will hear a mix of personal lessons from our Founder, Doug Smith, and conversations Doug has with world-class leaders from around the world. Doug interviews leaders like Pittsburgh Steelers Coach, Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Penguins Coach, Mike Sullivan, Tony Horton, Liz Wiseman, Brian Tome, John Mark Comer, Mark Batterson, Ryan Hawk, Nona Jones, Claude Silver, Ken Coleman, Christy Wright, Rachel Cruze, Mark Cole, and many more. Our hope is that you will not only learn great leadership lessons but that you will catch great leadership from the lives of the leaders that we expose you to. 

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Episodes

Doug Smith on Overcoming Mental Health Issues, Parenting, and How to be Good with People

March 05, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug is interviewed by his friend Zack Blair. Together, they discuss various topics, such as mental health, leadership, confidence, and parenting. About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs a...

Mark Miller on Uncommon Greatness: 5 Fundamentals to Transform Your Leadership

February 27, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Mark Miller, the former VP of High-Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A, joins us to reveal the core principles of "Uncommon Greatness."   About Mark Miller: Mark started over 40 years ago working as an hourly employee at a local Chick-fil-A.  He has worked all across the business since then and currently serves as Vice President of High-Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A.  For the last 20 years, Mark has traveled the United States and the w...

William Vanderbloemen on Finding Unicorns, The Importance of Responding Quickly, and How to be as Likeable as Bill Clinton

February 20, 2024 05:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, William Vanderbloeman joins Doug to share the groundbreaking insights he’s gained from conducting over 30,000 interviews and shares strategies that will equip you to identify and become the 'unicorn' in your professional sphere. About William Vanderbloeman: William brings over 15 years of ministry experience as a Senior Pastor, blending it seamlessly with executive search best practices to offer faith-based organizations a disti...

Jade Warshaw on Getting out of $460,000 in Debt, Lessons Learned from Dave Ramsey, and How You Can Get Free Financially

February 13, 2024 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Jade Warshaw, a Ramsey personality, shares her journey to financial freedom and the importance of following the Baby Steps to get out of debt. About Jade Warshaw: Jade Warshaw, hailing from a musical background, spent 15 years as a professional vocalist, touring 92 countries alongside her musician husband. However, their story took a sharp turn with nearly half a million dollars in debt. Marrying in 2007, they faced a staggering...

Doug Smith on My Father-in-Law Pranking Me + Overcoming My Mental Health Battle

February 06, 2024 05:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug is interviewed by his long-time friend, Dan Herod for his podcast, Hope Between The Lines. They delve into relationships, mental health, grief, and more. About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors...

Jordan Raynor on The Sacredness of Secular Work: 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity

January 30, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, bestselling author Jordan Raynor discusses his new book, The Sacredness of Secular Work: 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity. About Jordan Raynor: Through his bestselling books (The Creator in You, Redeeming Your Time, Master of One, and Called to Create), the Mere Christians podcast, and his weekly devotionals, Jordan has helped millions of Christians in every country on earth connect the gospel to their work.  In addition to...

Maggie Berghoff on Functional Medicine, Optimizing Your Health, and Raising Healthy Kids

January 23, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Maggie Berghoff joins us to share her wealth of knowledge on functional medicine and personalized health. About Maggie Berghoff: Maggie Berghoff is a visionary entrepreneur with multiple online companies dedicated to improving the well-being of individuals. The journey began as she ventured into the role of an online health consultant, evolving into a substantial educational platform offering published books, online programs, re...

George Kamel on on How to Break Free from Broke

January 16, 2024 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, we are joined by George Kamel, Ramsey personality and author, as he recounts his climb from being burdened by debt to securing a seven-figure net worth. About George Kamel: George Kamel is a personal finance expert and co-host of The Ramsey Show and Smart Money Happy Hour.  Following Ramsey’s proven money plan, George went from negative net worth to a millionaire in under 10 years. His goal is to help people spend less, save m...

Esther Fedorkevich: What it Takes to Write a Book, Get it Published, and Get it out to the World

January 09, 2024 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Esther Fedorkevich is joins us to discuss her journey in entrepreneurship and publishing, offering valuable advice for aspiring authors. About Esther Fedorkevich: Esther Fedorkevich is the founder of The Fedd Agency. She launched her career in 1997 as a salesperson for a major book publisher. Within six months, Esther sold a million dollars in products. From there she went to work for Dave Ramsey, a New York Times best-selling a...

Rob Luna: Closing Your Wealth Gap

January 02, 2024 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Rob Luna, a seasoned expert in wealth management joins us. Our chat traces Rob's path from his early days in the challenging streets of L.A. to his present role as a trusted figure for those grappling with the intricacies of wealth. As we unwrap the layers of his success, you'll gain insights into the profound impact of financial literacy and learn practical ways to build and safeguard wealth for the long haul. About Rob Luna: R...

Rob Luna on Closing Your Wealth Gap

January 02, 2024 05:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Rob Luna, a seasoned expert in wealth management joins us. Our chat traces Rob's path from his early days in the challenging streets of L.A. to his present role as a trusted figure for those grappling with the intricacies of wealth. As we unwrap the layers of his success, you'll gain insights into the profound impact of financial literacy and learn practical ways to build and safeguard wealth for the long haul. About Rob Luna: R...

Our Most Played Episode of 2023: Jamie Winship on Living Fearless

December 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Jamie Winship shares a wild story of how he solved a crime, why living out of our true identity enables us to live a fearless life, and more. About Jamie Winship: Jamie Winship has decades of experience bringing peaceful solutions to areas of the world that experience the highest levels of conflict. After a distinguished career in law enforcement in the metro Washington DC area, Jamie had a unique opportunity to bring his iden...

Doug Smith on How to Conduct a Year-End Review

December 19, 2023 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Doug talks about how he does a year-end review, why he believes every leader needs to do their own, and how to do your own.  About Doug:  Doug Smith is the Director of Development atLight of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs atdougsmithlive.com, is the ho...

Doug Smith: How to Conduct a Year-End Review

December 19, 2023 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Doug talks about how he does a year-end review, why he believes every leader needs to do their own, and how to do your own.  About Doug:  Doug Smith is the Director of Development atLight of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs atdougsmithlive.com, is the ho...

Dr. John Delony: Building a Non-Anxious Life & Raising Non-Anxious Kids

December 12, 2023 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, we’re joined by bestselling author and renowned mental health expert, Dr. John Delony. We dive into his latest book, "Building a Non-Anxious Life" and uncover strategies on how to eliminate anxiety from our lives. About Dr. John Delony: Dr. John Delony is a bestselling author, mental health expert and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. John has two PhDs and over two decades of experience in counseling, crisis response and higher education. He is ...

Dr. John Delony on Building a Non-Anxious Life & Raising Non-Anxious Kids

December 12, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, we’re joined by bestselling author and renowned mental health expert, Dr. John Delony. We dive into his latest book, "Building a Non-Anxious Life" and uncover strategies on how to eliminate anxiety from our lives. About Dr. John Delony: Dr. John Delony is a bestselling author, mental health expert and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. John has two PhDs and over two decades of experience in counseling, crisis response and higher education. He is ...

Tim Tannert on Implementing EOS in Your Organization

December 05, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

Ever felt like you're running in circles as a leader, trapped in a maze of operational hurdles and communication gaps? Discover the magic of EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) as we sit down with Tim Tandert, an expert EOS implementer, who brilliantly untangles the complexities of organizational management. Tim enlightens us about dealing with people issues, enhancing team communication through 'level 10 meetings' and the significance of having the right people in the right roles.  Dive...

Doug Smith on Playing the Long Game, The Growth that Comes from Suffering, and How to Connect with Mentors

November 28, 2023 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug is interviewed by David McGlennen and talks about the impact of encouragement on young leaders, how growth requires endurance, and how suffering has played a role in developing as a leader. About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and ...

Reid Carpenter on Making it to Your Finish Line, Making an Impact, and Making Cities Famous for God

November 21, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, we talk with Reid Carpenter, a Pittsburgh legend who had the audacity to dream of making his city renowned for God. About Reid Carpenter: Mr. Carpenter has a longstanding career in ministry and community service. Beginning in 1961, he served as the Pittsburgh area director for Young Life, a youth organization. Over the years, he held various roles, including regional director and director of Young Life's Northeast Division. In 1...

Dr. Asa Lee on Building Lego Sets, Being a Neighbor, and Building Communities and Cultures

November 14, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Dr. Asa Lee, President of the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, joins us and shares his unique journey from the classrooms of public education to the holy halls of ministry and academia and the reasons for his professional choices.  About Dr. Asa Lee: Rev. Dr. Asa J. Lee, a respected leader in theological education, assumed the role of President at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary on June 7, 2021. With degrees from Hampton Univers...

4x Super Bowl Champion, Jon Kolb on Almost Killing Terry Bradshaw, Lessons He Learned from Chuck Noll, and How to Make a Difference

November 07, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, we hear about the inspiring journey of four-time Super Bowl champion, John Colb, as he recounts his experiences in the NFL and some cherished memories. About Jon Kolb: Jon Kolb is an American former professional football player who was an offensive tackle and center for 13 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He was also an occasional strongman competitor in some of the early World's Strong...

Anson Dorrance, 22x National Champion Coach of UNC's Women's Soccer Team on Leadership, Accountability, Parenting, and the Competitive-Cauldron

October 31, 2023 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Episode Sumary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast,  Anson Dorrance takes us on a deep-dive into his 47-year long career at the University of North Carolina where he's led the women's soccer team to an awe-inspiring 22 national championships. About Anson Dorrance: Anson Dorrance IV is an American soccer coach. He is currently the head coach of the women's soccer program at the University of North Carolina. He has one of the most successful coaching records in the history of athlet...

Embracing Fitness, Overcoming Challenges, and Building a Legacy with Tony Horton, Creator of P90X

October 24, 2023 04:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

Episode Summary: In this encore episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you’ll hear Doug interview Tony Horton, Founder of P90X. In the interview, Tony shares his story, the lessons he’s learned, and encourages you to never give up on your dream. About Tony Horton:Tony Horton is the wildly popular creator of the best-selling fitness series: P90X®, P90X2®, P90X3®, and Ten Minute Trainer®, and most recently his 22-Minute military inspired workout, 22 Minute Hard Corps®. Tony is a world-class mo...

3 Reasons You and Your Team Need to Attend our L3 One Day Leadership Conference in 2024!

October 17, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast,  Doug shares information about the upcoming L3 One Day Leadership Conference and the value that it can bring to you and your team. You'll gain a fresh perspective on why and how these conferences can be catalysts for your personal growth, bolster your leadership potential, and even generate life-changing experiences. About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO o...

How to Develop the Courage and Tenacity Needed to Pursue Your Dreams

October 10, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug gets candid in this personal lesson about the power of courage and tenacity, and how these two essential elements can help you manifest your dreams.  About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He ...

Lessons that I Learned from Writing my First Book with Doug Smith

October 03, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug shares a personal lesson about how he turned his twenty-year dream of writing his own book into a reality and how you can too. About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive....

Rob Dube on EOS and The 10 Disciplines to Maximize Your Energy and Your Life

September 26, 2023 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, We're joined by the multi-talented Rob Dube, co-founder of Image One, the 10-Discipline Coaching Program and Mastermind, and the E Leap Academy, to unveil what it takes to lead your business to success while maintaining your sanity. About Rob Dube: Rob Dube is a sought after speaker for organizations and events looking to help their audiences understand mindful leadership, meditation, and mastery of their inner world. He is co-...

Joe Mull on Employalty: How to Ignite Commitment and Keep Top Talent in the New Age of Work

September 19, 2023 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Joe Mull, a seasoned leadership expert with a keen eye for creating high-performing teams, shares his insightful and practical wisdom from his latest book, Employalty. About Joe Mull: Joe Mull has spent more than 15 years teaching leaders how to be better bosses. In demand as a keynote speaker and trainer, he is the host of the popular Boss Better Now podcast and founder of the Boss Better Leadership Academy. He is the author of...

Jeff McManus on Transforming Weeders into Leaders: Landscaping, Leadership, and Impact at the University of Mississippi

September 12, 2023 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Jeff McManus, the pioneer behind the breathtaking landscapes at the University of Mississippi, shares his methods to motivating individuals to share his vision and achieve remarkable goals. About Jeff:  Jeff McManus grows things.  As the landscape leader at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants….he grows people….and he grows fresh ideas. In his side hustle, Jeff speaks and works with problem-solvers all across the count...

Transforming Your Life and Career in 48 Days with Dan Miller

September 05, 2023 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Dan Miller joins Doug to discuss Dan's 48 Days program, his journey of developing this revolutionary program, and his experiences as a celebrated speaker at events, and so much more. About Dan Miller: Dan Miller, President of 48 Days LLC, specializes in creative thinking for increased personal and business success. He believes meaningful work blends our natural skills and abilities, our unique personality traits and our dreams a...

Encore Episode: L3 One Day - Saleem Ghubril: Leader, Are You For Real?

August 29, 2023 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this encore episdoe of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Saleem shares the lessons he has learned about leadership from two children and two senior citizens. He explains why it’s important for leaders to see the radiance in every person they encounter, without qualifiers. He shares how he learned the importance of valuing the people around him and how he learned the value of dreaming big, setting big goals and high expectations, and living your life to be consistent with your wo...

Encore Episode: The Ruthless Elimination Of Hurry With John Mark Comer

August 22, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

Episode Summary: In this encore episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews John Mark Comer, Author of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon. In the episode, you’ll hear Doug and John Mark discuss the importance of the sabbath, how to work from rest, and having a proper view of success. 6 Key Takeaways: 1. John Mark discusses “pleasure-stacking” on the Sabbath and his journey toward making the weekly sabbath a lifestyle. 2. Com...

Encore Episode: How We Are Leading Our Family Team

August 15, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Episode Summary: In this encore episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug shares some of his favorite tips for those who are raising a family and what has worked for his and Laura's family. About Doug Smith: Doug is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step by step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive.com, he is...

Sam Chand on Leadership Pain (Encore Episode)

August 08, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, we revisit one of our most downloaded podcast episodes, Doug’s interview with Sam Chand. About Sam Chand: Dr. Sam Chand serves Pastors, ministries and businesses as a Leadership Architect and Change Strategist. Dr. Sam Chand has served as senior Pastor, college President, Chancellor and President Emeritus. He personally consults, mentors and coaches some of the country's largest church Pastors, speaks regularly at leadership c...

Doug Smith on How to get a Meeting with Anyone

August 01, 2023 04:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug shares how to score meetings with anyone, including those at the top of your bucket list. He discusses how to bring a unique proposition to every meeting and add value to the leader sitting at the other end of the table. He also highlights how to show each leader you meet with that you truly know and value who they are, and make yourself unforgettable in their eyes as a result. About Doug: Doug Smith is the Director of Development atLight o...

Doug Smith on How to get a Meeting with Anyone (Encore)

August 01, 2023 04:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug shares how to score meetings with anyone, including those at the top of your bucket list. He discusses how to bring a unique proposition to every meeting and add value to the leader sitting at the other end of the table. He also highlights how to show each leader you meet with that you truly know and value who they are, and make yourself unforgettable in their eyes as a result. About Doug: Doug Smith is the Director of Development atLight o...

Encore Episode: Doug Smith on How to get a Meeting with Anyone

August 01, 2023 04:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug shares how to score meetings with anyone, including those at the top of your bucket list. He discusses how to bring a unique proposition to every meeting and add value to the leader sitting at the other end of the table. He also highlights how to show each leader you meet with that you truly know and value who they are, and make yourself unforgettable in their eyes as a result. About Doug: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light ...

Ted Winsley on Purpose, Identity, and Leadership: Lessons from the Philadelphia Eagles and His Journey in Ministry

July 25, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Ted talks about what he’s learned about life and leadership by being the chaplain of the Philidelphia Eagles. About Ted Winsley: Ted has been chaplain to the players of the Philadelphia Eagles since 2001 and is also the chaplain for the Voorhees & Cherry Hill Police Departments. Pastor Ted serves on several boards: Cherry Hill, NJ & IHOC (Interfaith, homeless, outreach, counsel). He is also on the front lines as a facilitator fo...

Andrew Reichert on Living with Intentionality: Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Core Values

July 18, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug’s longtime friend Andrew Reichert talks about real estate investing, successful entrepreneurship, leadership, the importance of taking sabbaticals, and more! About Andrew Reichert: Andrew is the CEO and founder of Birgo Realty, a Pittsburgh-based private equity real estate firm with 270 million dollars in assets under management in 2,800+ multi-family units.  Through Birgo Realty, he oversees a team of over 80 employees as ...

Jeanne Mayo on Redefining Leadership: Insights on Mentorship, Resilience, and the Keys to Success

July 11, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug’s long-time mentor, Jeanne Mayo goes over through the intricate lanes of leadership, exploring the essence of mentorship, resilience, and the keys to success regardless of your field.  About Jeanne: Acclaimed by Ministries Today as “America’s Number One Youth Pastor,” Dr. Jeanne Mayo has thrown her heart and passion into equipping leaders for over five decades. Her ministry DNA is reflected in her life mission statement: “T...

Zack Blair on The Father Code: Codes of a Connected Father

July 04, 2023 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Zack Blair joins Doug to discuss the vast terrains of fatherhood, its profound impact, and how Zack's book can help shape better fathers.  About Zack: Zack Blair attended Geneva college on a football scholarship. He served in Youth Ministry for many years. Zack and his wife Lauren established Hill City Church in Pittsburgh, PA five years ago. Additionally, Zack is the author of the book titled The Father Code. 3 Key Takeaways: ...

Trudy Cathy White on Building a Lasting Legacy, Faith, and the Chick-fil-A Family Values

June 27, 2023 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, discover how to build a lasting legacy with family values and intentional influence with Trudy Cathy White, daughter of Chick-fil-A founders, Jeanette and Truett Cathy. Gain massive value from Trudy's insights as she shares her journey with the company and her family's legacy. About Trudy: Trudy is the daughter of Truett and Jeannette Cathy, and like her father, she is a beloved leader, communicator, and entrepreneur. When she w...

Pittsburgh Steelers Coach, Mike Tomlin, on Adversity and What Separates Great Athletes From Everybody Else

June 20, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Mike Tomlin shares what he’s learned about being a Dad, his message to Dads in general, why adversity is a good thing and more.  About Mike Tomlin: Mike Tomlin was named the 16th head coach in Pittsburgh Steelers history on January 22, 2007. Hired at the age of 34, Tomlin became only the third head coach hired by the Steelers since 1969. In his 14 seasons as head coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Tomlin has accomplished many th...

Jamie Winship on Living Fearless, Discovering our True Identity, and Living with a Connected Worldview

June 13, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Jamie Winship shares a wild story of how he solved a crime, why living out of our true identity enables us to live a fearless life, and more.  About Jamie Winship: Jamie Winship has decades of experience bringing peaceful solutions to areas of the world that experience the highest levels of conflict. After a distinguished career in law enforcement in the metro Washington DC area, Jamie had a unique opportunity to bring his iden...

Derwin Gray on Turning from Political Idolatry to Kingdom Politics and How to Heal our Racial Divide

June 06, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Derwin Gray joins the podcast to talk about his football career, faith, and shares his thoughts on the racial divide and what he thinks it’ll take to heal it. About Derwin Gray: After graduating from Brigham Young University, Derwin played professional football in the NFL for five years with the Indianapolis Colts (1993-1997) and one year with the Carolina Panthers (1998). During that time, he and Vicki began their journey with ...

Marc Serrao, Owner of the Oakmont Bakery, on Lessons Learned from Building America's Best Bakery!

May 30, 2023 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Marc Serrao shares the lessons he’s learned along the journey of creating one of the world's greatest bakeries. He talks about the role of generosity and faith in his life and even gives advice to church leaders. About Marc Serrao: Marc and Susan Serrao started Oakmont Bakery in 1988, establishing themselves as the town’s only full service retail bakery. They began with 1,200 square feet, 2 children and a big dream. Since then, ...

Mark Miller, VP of High-Performance Leadership at Chik-fil-A, on How to Create a World Class Culture

May 23, 2023 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Mark Miller returns to the show to discuss his new book Culture Rules, and what he’s learned about culture throughout his career.  About Mark Miller: Mark started over 40 years ago working as an hourly employee at a local Chick-fil-A.  He has worked all across the business since then and currently serves as Vice President of High-Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A.  For the last 20 years, Mark has traveled the United States a...

Molly Fletcher, The Female Jerry Mcguire, On What It Takes To Be A Peak Performer

May 16, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Molly Fletcher shares some of the lessons she’s learned from working with some of the world's peak performers as a sports agent, her thoughts on youth sports, and her advice to women in leadership.             About Molly Fletcher: Hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN, Molly Fletcher made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents. During her almost two-decade career and as President of CSE, Molly negotia...

John Stahl-Wert on the Role of Pain in a Leader's Life

May 09, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, John Stahl-Wert returns to the podcast to talk about the role of pain in a leaders life, books he’s written, and provides some valuable advice to leaders who may be struggling.                    About John Stahl-Wert: Dr. John Stahl-Wert is a best selling author, speaker, and acclaimed authority in the field of leadership development. His focus is helping individuals, organizations, and communities worldwide to embrace and impl...

Don Yaeger on Leadership Lessons Learned from John Wooden and Coach K and the Habits that Set Apart the Greats

May 02, 2023 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Don Yeager joins Doug to talk about what he’s learned from influential leaders, storytelling, and his writing career. About Don Yaeger: As an award-winning keynote speaker, an eleven-time New York Times Best-selling author, host of the top-rated Corporate Competitor Podcast, Executive Leadership Coach, and longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, Don Yaeger has fashioned a career as one of America’s most provocative tho...

Guests

John Maxwell
3 Episodes
Ken Coleman
3 Episodes
Chris Hogan
2 Episodes
Liz Wiseman
2 Episodes
Peter Haas
2 Episodes
Rachel Cruze
2 Episodes
Bill Strickland
1 Episode
Christy Wright
1 Episode
Cliff Ravenscraft
1 Episode

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