The Uncommon Leader Podcast
Are you ready to break free from mediocrity and lead an extraordinary life? Join us on The Uncommon Leadership Podcast as we explore the power of intentionality in personal and professional growth. Our podcast features insightful interviews with inspiring leaders from all walks of life, sharing their stories of overcoming challenges and achieving greatness.
Discover practical strategies to:
- Think positively and cultivate a growth mindset
- Live a healthy and balanced lifestyle
- Build your faith and find inner strength
- Read more and expand your knowledge
- Stay strong in the face of adversity
- Work hard with purpose and passion
- Network effectively to build meaningful relationships
- Worry less and focus on what matters
- Love always and make a positive impact
In each episode, we'll dive into relevant leadership topics, share inspiring stories, and provide actionable steps you can take to elevate your life. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your journey, The Uncommon Leadership Podcast offers valuable insights and practical guidance to help you achieve your goals and live your best life.
Episodes
152 episodes
Cultivating Leaders througe a Learn-In-All Approach with Damon Lembi
Great leaders are not simply born or made; they are continuously evolving. Damon Lembi shares powerful insights on leadership mindsets, overcoming imposter syndrome, and how AI is changing leadership training, reminding us that growth is a life...
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Turning Childhood Challenges into Success: Marlena Stell on Confidence, Motherhood, and Mentorship
This episode explores the transformative journey of Marlena Stell, as she recounts her experiences overcoming adversity, self-doubt, and the cultivated skills of confidence. With insights on the importance of self-care, gratitude, and trusting ...
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26:50
Turning Setbacks into Success: Amy Chambers on Resilience, Confidence, and Leadership
Ever wondered how to turn personal setbacks into a powerful journey toward success? Meet Amy Chambers, a remarkable leader who's done just that. By age 28, Amy was leading over 250 people in the financial services industry, fueled by a determin...
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39:55
Leadership Revolution: From Purpose-Driven Business to AI Ethics with Charles Spinosa
Discover how Charles Spinosa, a visionary in leadership and business growth, navigated a challenging start in rural New Jersey to earn recognition as a thought leader. Marked by an early mislabeling in school, Charles shares his compelling pers...
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41:18
Crafting a Blue-Collar Future Beyond Conventional Careers
Ken Rusk, the bestselling author of "Blue Collar Cash," joins us to share his inspiring journey from a humble upbringing to becoming a leading advocate for blue-collar careers. Growing up in Amherst, Ohio, Ken learned the virtues of hard work a...
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31:37
From Trauma to Triumph: Redefining Leadership and Personal Fulfillment
After years of misconceptions about leadership and personal success, Jason Van Ruler unearthed a transformative truth: our past traumas and unhealthy core beliefs can drive us to achieve, yet still leave a void of fulfillment. Join us as Jason,...
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Empowering Leadership Through Self-Care: Insights from Dr. Nekeshia Hammond
Discover the transformative power of self-care in leadership with Dr. Nekeshia Hammond, a leading psychologist and burnout prevention expert. Dr. Hammond takes us on a heartfelt journey from her own experiences of burnout to thriving by adoptin...
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Leading with Joy: Dr. Mike Hayes on Happiness, Faith, and Purpose
What if true happiness is more than just a fleeting emotion? Join us as Dr. Mike Hayes unravels the profound ties between happiness, faith, and leadership. Through riveting personal stories, including a life-altering moment from his childhood i...
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Crafting Success Through Family Values and Integrity
Chris Garavito, an inspiring physical therapist and entrepreneur, shares his incredible journey of turning personal healthcare challenges into a thriving practice. Discover how his father's steadfast work ethic and family-centric values have pr...
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Be Bold Today!! Unleash Your Potential, Master Your Mindset, and Achieve Success
Join me on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as Leigh Burgess, a trailblazing entrepreneur and author of "Be Bold Today," shares her empowering story of transformation from corporate burnout to entrepreneurial triumph. Leigh discusses the pivotal mom...
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Balancing Leadership and Personal Growth: Insights from Mark Henderson Leary on Healthcare, Creativity, and the EOS Framework
Discover the secret to balancing leadership and personal growth with the inspiring Mark Henderson Leary, a renowned leadership coach who joins us to share his unique insights. Mark's compelling journey from his early days as the "man of the hou...
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Fueling Ambition with Curiosity and Consistency with Luis Hernandez
Curiosity and fearlessness fueled Luis Hernandez’s rise from the inner city to becoming a leader and trailblazer in his family as the first to graduate from both high school and college. Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as Luis shares how...
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Redefining Cybersecurity Leadership with Empathy and Grace: Tammy Klotz's Journey
Tammy Klotz, Chief Information Security Officer and author of "Leading with Empathy and Grace," joins us for a compelling conversation about redefining leadership in the cybersecurity world. Tammy opens up about her formative years, sharing a c...
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41:20
From Invisible Dresses to Best-Selling Author and Marketing Expert - Ella Parlor
Ella Parlor, a strategic marketing expert and author, joins us to share her fascinating journey from a creative child selling "invisible dresses" to becoming a leading figure in the world of alcohol marketing. Her story is a testament to the po...
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42:42
Transforming Leadership: Kyle McDowell's Journey from Boss to 'We-Oriented' Leader
Discover the transformative journey of Kyle McDowell, an innovative leader and the author of "Begin With We," as he shares his evolution from a traditional authoritative boss to a champion of team synergy and collective success. Immerse yoursel...
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48:32
Embracing Transformation: A CEO's Journey to Find Clarity and Joy
Cindy Carrillo, a remarkable leader with a flair for transformation, takes center stage as she shares her journey from corporate CEO to the creator of a soul-nourishing retreat at her Colorado ranch. Her childhood, defined by a delightful absen...
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41:35
Strategic Wealth: Freddie Rappina on Transforming Finances Like a Chess Master
What if you could transform your financial future by thinking strategically, like a chess master? On this captivating episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast, we sit down with Freddie Rappina, an exceptional financial strategist and author of "P...
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Reading Strategies for Leaders: $10,000 Lessons from Nick Hutchison
Unlock the secrets to cultivating a powerful reading habit with our special guest, Nick Hutchison, CEO of BookThinkers and bestselling author. Discover how Nick's childhood love for stories transformed into a tool for personal and professional ...
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Transforming Leadership through Purpose with Eric Pfeiffer
Can rediscovering your purpose transform your leadership and life? Join our conversation with Eric Pfeiffer, a and author of "Transform Your Trajectory," as he recounts a life-altering event from his infancy that instilled in him a profound sen...
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From Limiting Beliefs to Abundant Living with Alexis Rankin
Ever wondered how resetting expectations can pave the way to a more balanced and fulfilling life? Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast featuring Alexis Rankin, a top business development leader in real estate, who reveals her transformative j...
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Mastering the Reset Mindset with Penny Zenker: Transform Your Approach to Business and Life
Get ready to transform your mindset and lead with intention! This week on the Uncommon Leader Podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with Penny Zenker, acclaimed author and dynamic speaker, who brings her wisdom on mastering the "reset mind...
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39:56
Elevate Your Life: Playing a Bigger Game - Seven Principles to Experience Fulfillment
What if you could transform painful experiences into a source of strength and growth? Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as we welcome Marcus Collius, the inspiring author of "Play a Bigger Game." Marcus opens up about his childhood, sharin...
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42:51
Juggling Life and Leadership Lessons - 7 Strategies to Build a Better Now with Greg Bennick
Ever wondered how to reclaim your focus in a world bombarded with distractions? Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as we sit down with Greg Bennick, a professional speaker, juggler, and author of "Reclaim the Moment: Seven Strategies to Bui...
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28:35
Leveraging Social Media for Powerful Business Growth with Katie McKiever
What if you could turn your social media presence into a powerful tool for business growth and thought leadership? Today’s episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast promises just that. We're thrilled to have Katie McKiever, a seasoned social media...
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Unstuck: Discovering Purpose and Positivity with Real Talk Kim
Have you ever wondered how someone can turn their most challenging life experiences into a source of empowerment and inspiration for others? Join us on the Uncommon Leader podcast as we sit down with the extraordinary Kim Jones, also known as R...
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