Where Have All the Good Men Gone? Isn't anyone driven to thrive anymore? We take those questions on today!

Today’s guest is Brent Dowlen — men’s coach, speaker, local news anchor and founder of The Fallible Man LLC. He hosts multiple podcasts, including the Driven 2 Thrive Broadcast, helping men stop drifting through life and start living with clarity and purpose. Married to his best friend for nearly 25 years, Brent is a proud girl dad, strongman enthusiast, and unapologetic coffee devotee — running on caffeine, conviction, and just enough chaos to keep life interesting.

The Short story: Brent doesn’t create content to motivate men—he creates clarity so they can choose responsibility on purpose. He speaks to men who did what they were told, built the life, they thought they wanted and still feel the quiet tension of misalignment. Brent’s work exists to help men see themselves honestly, own their role without shame, and stay in the fight when motivation fades.

A man cannot thrive in isolation, and no amount of success can compensate for relational collapse. Strong relationships and purpose is what carries a man when no one is clapping.

Bottom line: Brent is passionate about helping men build strong marriages, meaningful friendships, and real connection in a world where men feel more isolated than ever. Be better tomorrow because of what you do today!

Learn more and contact Brent here:  https://purposedrivenmen.com

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Her work blends lived experience with clinical expertise to create results you can feel: people grounded in strength, leaders leading with clarity, and organizations where resilience and wellness truly take root.

Her story today includes her Army career, loss of her daughter, her path to a PhD and being an international speaker on the topic of Grief Intelligence™.

After seeing and hearing Dr. Jordan in person on the TEDx stage, I can truly say, at the heart of it all, Dr. Jordan’s mission is simple and soulful - she helps people live well and find joy again. She helps organizations rise by creating cultures where both performance and people thrive.

We are in for a great conversation today!

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Take Action Crush Obstacles!

The Golden Principles: Leadership Lessons From a Rescued Dog with Andy Neillie

Do you remember the worst leader you ever worked with? Today’s guest, Andy Neillie, does.

Over two decades ago, he worked for someone who made every day harder than it needed to be, not just because of poor leadership, but because he lacked empathy, direction, and integrity. He wasn’t just a bad boss, he was a bad person. 

That experience, and the stories Andy heard from countless others, lit a fire in him. No one should have to endure that kind of leadership. That fire has fueled his journey to understand what truly makes a great leader.

Not just the strategies, but the soul of leadership, the kind of character that earns trust, builds emotional connection, and invests the time required for real change. 

Andy’s doctoral research focused on the personal side of leadership, and his writings, including The Golden Principles: Life and Leadership Lessons from A Rescued Dog, which emphasizes the power of patience, empathy, and consistent love in leadership. In 2015, The Golden Principles was honored by Amazon.com with a “Top 100 Best Books of the Year” award

What started as a reaction to bad leadership has evolved into a deep belief: leadership is always personal. Whether he is writing, speaking, or coaching leaders around the globe, Andy’s passion is helping them embrace the slow, powerful, people-first work of transformational leadership. 

Millions of miles, thousands of leaders, and hundreds of stories later, Andy still believes: love earns trust, time builds momentum, and leadership is never about you, it’s about those you’re called to serve.

To learn more and contact Andy, check out his website: https://neillieleadershipgroup.com

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From Prison to a Vision of Hope

Andrew Drasen is the author of A Vision of Hope and the creator of a 90-day framework that helps people transform pain into growth and live on purpose, not by accident. His work began with his own journey through adversity, loss, and rediscovery—experiences that forced him to rebuild from the ground up and ultimately inspired him to create a structured program others could follow.

The seed of A Vision of Hope was planted in the least likely of places: a jail dayroom, under fluorescent lights, surrounded by men serving time. Andrew began writing while incarcerated, using journal entries and essays as a way to process his addiction, his mistakes, and the questions of identity and purpose that haunted him. He finished the final chapter of the memoir minutes before walking out the prison doors on his release date. This timing was symbolic—his story wasn’t just about survival, but about carrying forward a blueprint for change into the outside world.

Growth comes when people rediscover their identity and clarify their direction. Purpose follows when they create actionable, measurable steps to live differently. This progression is universal. It applies to those in recovery or reentry, but also to leaders facing burnout, professionals at a crossroads, or anyone who simply wants to live with greater clarity and intention.

Check out his new upcoming book to download the free preview pack, pre-order the book and join his newsletter. https://www.avisionofhopebook.com

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Can we really live a life of freedom, love and greatness?

Today’s guest, Kimberly Braun, impelled from earliest childhood experiences, has spent over a decade as a monastic nun exploring the path of Presence. With a master's in theology, she lives to inspire others to connect to, and live from, Divine Love at their center. 

She is a TEDx speaker and former meditation faculty at the renowned Omega Institute. Kimberly's communication skills ignite transformation on all levels serving others to lives of greater freedom and joy.

She has served tens of thousands through her writing, speaking, retreats, online courses and community and has three books. Her new book, Miracles in the Naked Light is her personal and dynamic story of building a monastery with no experience and very little money.

 https://www.kimberlybraun.com

Join us and she shares her story, which is every person's story, for she believes we are all called to freedom, love and greatness.

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Today’s guest, Chris Woods, is a Certified Professional Coach and the author of the book "Balls & Brains: A framework for living your best life by overcoming fears and maximizing strengths." "Balls & Brains" is a no-nonsense, actionable guide for people seeking to break free from self-imposed limitations and step into their fullest potential.

Chris combines personal storytelling, psychological frameworks, and practical exercises to help readers overcome fear (Balls) and maximize their innate strengths (Brains). 

This isn't just another self-help book, it's a roadmap for those who are tired of playing small and ready to lead with courage and clarity. Chris brings decades of experience as a four-time global C-suite executive and former Google sales leader. 

He rose up from a rough upbringing in a tough area of Boston - the original "Good Will Hunting". Then, at 40 years old, Chris flatlined in a hospital bed. 

That moment forced him to confront not just his health, but how he was defining success and the internal fears driving his choices. It changed everything. Today, he coaches from lived experience—not theory. He helps leaders and professionals align who they are with what they do, so success feels energizing instead of exhausting.

Check out his website, where you can find a link to the book "Balls & Brains", more information about coaching services offered as well as testimonials from happy coaching clients.

 https://chriswoodscoach.com/

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Feeling overwhelmed? Always in the fast lane? Lack of energy? On the verge of a full blown burn out? Today’s guest has some answers for you. 

The first one – embrace the pause button

As a Black Belt in karate and an avid reader, Ralph Simone understands the benefits of consistent practice and continuous learning as integral parts of leadership development. It takes a lot of mental toughness and self-mastery to achieve a Black Belt in karate. Ralph Simone has done just that. He also knows we sometimes we need to slow down to go faster.

Don’t wait for a traumatic event in your life to start building a more sustainable life, finding that elusive balance between work and personal life. You don’t need something to go wrong in life to want to live better and be more mindful.

Today, Ralph provides practical guidance on building habits that lead to self-mastery and transforming your life by slowing down. Ralph is the author of Slow Down to Go Faster, a Certified Professional Coach specializing in leadership and organizational effectiveness, and a TEDx speaker whose work centers on the power of pause, self-mastery, and sustainable habits. 

To learn more about Ralph, purchase his book or talk to him about an event at your business or industry association, reach out to him here:

For his book, Slow Down To go Faster: Ralph Simone's Website

https://getemergent.com/team/ralph-simone/ or email him ralph@getemergent,com

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Today’s guest, Davis Bain, is an author, chronic condition advocate, neurofeedback specialist, and graduate school counseling student whose life changed overnight during his senior year of college when a sudden injury led to Post-Concussion Syndrome.

Davis has spent the last three and a half years navigating chronic pain, medical dismissal, financial strain, and the isolating weight of an invisible disability and he is still enduring all of this today.

But Davis is not a quitter. He has turned that experience into his book "Chronic Pain Warrior" — a practical and compassionate guide for anyone facing chronic pain, illness, or injury. Davis is passionate about helping Chronic Pain Warriors and their loved ones feel seen, understood, and less alone and has dedicated himself in his ongoing work in neurofeedback and counseling.

That in-the-trenches perspective became the foundation for his book Chronic Pain Warrior and he brings that raw, lived experience and genuine passion to our conversation today. We dive into the often silent topics of chronic pain, mental health, and resilience.

Learn more about Davis’s journey and order a copy of his book here:

 https://www.chronicpainwarrior.com

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Are you just exhausted with every day’s challenges? Find yourself saying, “Why do I keep putting up with everyone else’s crap? How can I get people to just do their job?”

Today’s guest, Naomi Asher, is a leadership speaker, coach, and nonprofit strategist who helps leaders stop burning out and start understanding each other. After nearly two decades in nonprofit leadership, Naomi saw firsthand how capable, mission-driven leaders quietly run themselves into exhaustion while navigating complex teams and personalities. 

She is the author of *Take to the Bed*, a book that challenges the belief that exhaustion is proof of commitment. Through speaking, coaching, and leadership programs, Naomi helps leaders build greater self-awareness, understand how people actually work, and lead with both permission and responsibility. 

Her message is simple: leadership gets easier when you stop confusing exhaustion with commitment and start understanding the people around you. Today we dive into the Leadership Lesson Nobody Taught You.

Join us for a great conversation and some insights on what you can do to break that cycle of exhaustion. 

Learn more and contact Naomi here:

 https://www.naomithemaven.com/work/speaking

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The Third Quotient: Why IQ and EQ Are No Longer Enough

Why do so many people struggle to change habits or behaviors even when they know what they “should” be doing?

Why do so many high performers still feel disconnected, exhausted, or unfulfilled despite outward success?

These, and more questions, are explored in our Warrior Servant Leadership Podcast today with our guest Nami Prakash. Nami is a leadership transformation strategist, speaker, coach, author, and founder of The Mind Quotient™, or MQ, a framework focused on helping people develop the internal skills required to lead, perform, and thrive in today’s rapidly changing world.

Nami is on a mission to establish what she calls “the third quotient.” 

IQ may get you in the room. 

EQ helps you read the room and connect with others. 

MQ is how you lead the room and manage yourself.

Our conversation today moves beyond surface-level success and into something far more impactful and human.

 https://mqcheckin.com/

This link will help you learn more about The Mind Quotient™ (MQ), and its framework designed to help people strengthen self-awareness and self-management skills so they can lead, perform, and thrive in a rapidly changing world. You can access the MQ check in, along with resources and tools to strengthen your own MQ, navigate change with greater intention, and develop the inner skills required for courageous leadership, resilience, and aligned living.

Connect with Nami at https://www.coach-nami.com/ Master Your Mind and Lead With Courage.

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#WarriorServantLeader #ToughLoveThursday

When Life Hits Hard: Turning Pain into Purpose and Setback into Strength with Holly Sweat Raper

What if your greatest pain could unlock your greatest purpose?

Today’s guest, Holly Sweat Raper, hits back—with purpose, power, and faith.” She’s on a mission to help people live out what they were Created4—success, purpose, and impact.

Holly Sweat Raper is a powerhouse speaker, bestselling author, psychotherapist, and career consultant with over 20 years of experience helping thousands discover their purpose and walk boldly in it. As the founder of Created4Success, she believes people are Created4Success, Created4 Purpose, and Created4 Impact.

Holly’s no-nonsense style, practical wisdom, and contagious humor inspire audiences to overcome adversity and pursue their calling with confidence.

After walking through the heartbreaking loss of her husband to cancer, Holly now shares her journey of faith, resilience, and hope in her upcoming book Living in Victory, Not Defeat. She equips people to rise strong, live purposefully, and stand on God’s promises—even in life’s hardest battles.

 https://created4success.org/

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What does it take to perform at your best over and over again? 

Mental performance coach Joshua Lifrak, former Director of the Chicago Cubs Mental Skills Program, answers that question and more today on the WSL Podcast. From elite athletes to C-Suite Executives, Coach Lifrak has helped instill leadership skills that resulted in World Series Champions and successful business enterprises.

In his inspiring new book, WIN TODAY: Six Steps To Mental Resilience, Peak Performance, And A Thriving Life(Wiley; June 9,2026), Coach Lifrak shares a practical guide drawn from more than two decades helping elite athletes and business leaders perform under pressure.

Over the course of his career, Joshua has worked with world number one golfers, GrandSlam finalists, NFL and NBA stars, and senior executives at major global companies.

He also served in the front office of the Chicago Cubs’ as the Director of the mentalskills program during the team’s historic 2016 World Series championship, helping players stay focused through one of the most pressure-filled runs in sports history.

Today, Joshua shares the successes and setbacks that shaped his thinking and explains how the mental habits of elite performers can be applied far beyond sports.

Including a clear framework built around six principles that he has refined through years of coaching:

• Define Your Story – Shape your mindset by defining your goals, expectations, and identity.

• Build Bonds – Develop strong relationships that fuel growth and performance.

• You Are Here – Learn how to stay fully present when pressure and distractions mount.

• Stop the Storm – Recognize and manage the negative thoughts that sabotage performance.

• Choose Growth – Commit to the daily work required for improvement.

• Mile Zero – Reset your mindset every day with courage, urgency, and belief.

Get ready to stop being just a spectator and jump into the arena you’ve dreamed about all your life. Contact Coach Lifrak: https://www.joshualifrak.com

#servantleadership #mentaltoughness #discipline #chicagocubs

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Freedom From Mental Captivity with Stan Lewis

What is keeping you locked up and preventing you from living the transformed life you have always wanted?

Today’s guest, Stan Lewis, firmly believes it is Mental Captivity that is holding you back.

Stan Lewis is a nationally recognized mediator, leadership, and communication expert, personally endorsed by Dr. John C. Maxwell, and the Amazon #1 bestselling author of the series “Stand on The Shoulders of GIANTS.” 

He has delivered transformational results for more than 300 companies, corporations, and governmental agencies across the U.S. 

At the core of Stan’s impact are his proprietary programs: The Freedom Perspective™ Program, The Ripple Effect of Servant Leadership™, and Conflict Resolution: Moving from Doubt to Freedom™. These frameworks guide leaders to identify and overcome mental barriers, unlocking transformation at both a personal and organizational level. 

Stan is committed to the principle that true leadership transformation results in lasting, positive change for individuals and organizations alike. To discover how Stan Lewis and The Freedom Perspective™ can elevate your team or agency

Learn more and connect with Stan here:

https://stanlewis.net/podcast

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A message you may not want to hear, but need to.

From Friction to Flow with Grant Harris

Buckle up, this is not the conversation you might think it is.

Today’s guest, Grant Harris, is a globally recognized neuroinclusive performance strategist and speaker who shifts organizations from friction to flow by fixing their process, not their people, so they can save time, keep talent, and deliver value by redesigning how work gets done at scale. 

Grant’s work starts with a simple truth: most performance challenges aren’t people problems; they’re process problems. Through a human-centered performance lens, he shows how everyday systems, meetings, roles, decision-making, and expectations either enable execution or quietly undermine it.

As a late-diagnosed autistic person, author, introvert, and certified diversity executive, Grant brings both lived experience and enterprise-level rigor to his work with clients. He translates complex ideas about human cognition into clear, execution-ready insights leaders can apply immediately without turning the conversation into advocacy or awareness training. 

Grant is the founder and president of GTH Consulting, a minority- and disability-owned consultancy working within complex organizations. His experience spans federal agencies, higher education, global enterprises, and nonprofit systems where execution, accountability, and scale matter. His approach is known for being clear, grounded, and immediately actionable so organizations improve processes and performance. 

Selected clients include The Washington Post, the Federal Railroad Administration, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Loudoun County Government, Leadership Snohomish County, ASICS, and First Place Arizona. Grant holds a BA in Psychology, an MBA in Organizational Psychology & Development, and a post-master’s certificate in Educational Leadership & Administration. 

Learn more: https://linktr.ee/GTH_Consulting and access his FREE Process Before People Scorecard, a short 7 question checklist for workplace leaders and managers.

Discover how embracing neurodiversity — including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences — can strengthen and grow your business. This training provides practical strategies, expert tips, and best practices to recognize and optimize the unique talents of neurodistinct employees. Learn how to reduce stigma, recruit inclusively, and build a culture that supports neurodiverse teams. 

Through lived experiences and actionable tools, you’ll see the proven business impact of neuro-inclusion — from higher employee engagement and retention to greater innovation and performance. Every brain deserves a place to thrive—and when it does, so does your organization. To learn more about neurodiversity in the workforce, visit Grant’s site:

 https://disabilitysolutions.thinkific.com/products/courses/neurodiversity-in-the-workplace?_gl=1*1fmdxxk*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NjMzODUwNzEuQ2owS0NRaUFyT3ZJQmhETEFSSXNBUHdKWE9hSnJieDl3dDZYVkZFYjY0TTYzX3c3S3FoeWRjdWVaN2t0SkVHSkdaNVMtUTl2OWJ3cVVBTWFBbDVCRUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*MTU5NTQ5NjA1NC4xNzYzMDQxNTY3

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When Everything Falls Apart: Finding Faith in the Fire with Dr. Ken Kaufman

Today’s guest, Dr. Ken Kaufman, is a speaker, author, and former sports medicine entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience working with high-level athletes and active adults. But his most powerful message didn’t come from success—it came from collapse, including the death of his wife.

After decades of building a thriving practice, Ken walked through a season where everything unraveled—business, finances, and identity. In that process, his faith was stripped down and rebuilt on a deeper foundation. 

We talk about what do you do when prayer isn’t answered. We dive into Faith vs. Fear.  Ken shares why working harder, planning better, ego driven success and purpose left him still feeling empty inside. We even talk about how fire comes before revelation.

Now, through his book Spiritual Endurance: Faith Forged in the Fire, Ken delivers a compelling message about trusting God beyond circumstances, finding purpose in adversity, and becoming stronger through life’s hardest seasons. Our conversation today is going to leave you challenged, encouraged, and equipped to endure—and grow—through whatever you are facing.

Get Ken’s book here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GX1ZD6SM#customerReviews

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High Performance Isn’t Motivation: What Really Sustains Results Over Time with Silvia Rizzo

Today’s guest's, Silvia Rizzo, work sits at the intersection of high-performance sport and business, where pressure, decision-making, and responsibility are part of everyday reality. From being an elite competitor in international motorcycle racing to the precision of dressage and C-suite consultant, Silvia is here today, all the way from the Netherlands, to have an honest conversation, share practical examples, and thoughtful dialogue around leadership under pressure, managing error, and making decisions in complex situations..

Silvia is the Founder and CEO of Hof Marabunta, where she has spent over 14 years operating in high-pressure, high-visibility environments, where clarity of decision-making, discipline and system design determine outcomes. Her  background combines international top-level sport with long-term leadership responsibility: performance planning, team coordination, operational management and external partnerships.

Alongside leadership and performance work, Silvia collaborates selectively with international brands on representation and narrative, particularly where identity, discipline and execution must align under public exposure.

She is particularly interested in how simplicity, structure and accountability enable consistent performance when conditions become demanding.

Learn more and connect with Silvia here: https://www.hofmarabuntablog.com/mindset-leadership-strategic-behavior

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Today’s guest, Christian De La Huerta, is an award-winning author, internationally renowned speaker, and personal transformation coach with over 30 years of experience. 

He has delivered powerful, life-changing messages at universities, conferences, multinational corporations, spiritual communities, and the TEDx stage. Becoming The Eye of the Storm is his story, from a shy, introverted individual filled with self-doubt to a trusted voice in personal growth and spirituality. 

Today we dive into some things you need to hear. Becoming the eye of the storm: How remaining healthy, calm and centered during these challenging times is critical for our immune systems

Have you ever said yes when inside you really felt no? That’s just one example of the many ways we sell out on our power to avoid conflict or for acceptance. We talk about types of power and why we are ambivalent about them.

We dive into universal struggles, from relationships and personal power to spiritual awakening and leadership. We talk about Christian’s latest book: Conscious Love: Transforming Our Relationships, which invites readers to reimagine love as a path of personal and spiritual growth. It unpacks the unconscious patterns that keep us stuck in unhealthy dynamics and reveals the keys to fostering relationships that are authentic, empowered, and deeply fulfilling. This book is a guide to breaking free from conditioning, stepping into love with awareness, courage, and grace, and navigating relationships with spiritual insight and real-world strategies.

Join us for a great conversation. Learn more about Christian and his books: https://soulfulpower.com

From Compton to The White House Communications Agency Hall of Fame! with Darrell Williams

Today’s guest, Darrell Williams, is a distinguished member of the White House Communications Agency Hall of Fame. His leadership coaching is based on a stellar 20-year military career, where he traveled as an Operations and Vice Presidential Communications Officer, leading over 500 White House missions.  

Following the tragedies of September 11, 2001, Darrell was selected as 1 of 5 key leaders, from 30 senior managers, to direct emergency action communications for the Vice President of the United States, to include duties as an Air Force Two Command Representative.

He is also CEO of Alliance Seminars Coaching which is a veteran-owned organization that provides clients with motivational speaking, leadership workshops, and coaching services. He brings extensive experience as a master certified life coach and a member of the Federal Coaching Network.  

He is a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator who provides clients with expertise in the realm of leadership, relationships, and purpose. He has been involved in life coaching for many years and helps clients discern ways to restore and enrich personal and professional relationships. 

Learn more about Darrell, his services and contact info: https://www.allianceseminars.org

Take Action Crush Obstacles

Today’s guest has gone from Olympic Trials Swimmer to Co-Founder of LoyaltyOps™, an operational advisory firm that installs the structural foundation that keeps execution strong as organizations grow. She was responsible for  doubling the growth of a leading fitness company every year for 3 years and is the founder of 2 companies and working with multimillion dollar organizations to grow even stronger and better.

Since then, she co-founded LoyaltyOps™ with her husband, a retired Tier 1 Assaulter in the Special Missions Unit. Together, they have spent their careers studying one question: how do capable people execute reliably when the pressure is real, and the margin for error is small?

Today we talk about leaders who are challenged with:

“You hired a team to take work off your plate. The work keeps coming back.

Here's what's stacking up on your desk this week.

• Decisions waiting on you because no one else can settle them.
• Cross-team issues ending up on your desk because no one else can broker them.
• The standards you set in the leadership meeting not surviving the week.
• The strategic work you wanted to do this quarter slipping to next quarter.
• The same problems showing up over and over, just with different names.
• Your day starting with your plan, and by ten, running on your team's problems.

You feel it happening, and the cause is the operations the business needs but hasn't grown into yet.” (from Loyalty Ops homepage)

Buckle up, we had a GREAT conversation!

Welcome Michaela “Mickey” Anderson to the WSL Podcast.

To learn more about Loyalty Ops, check out their website: https://loyaltyops.com/home

Most people think they have a motivation problem. Today’s guest says that’s not true—they have a self-leadership problem. 

From a high school tuba player to a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership (DSL), Bobby Shelton has spent years studying why high-performing individuals still struggle with consistency, alignment, and follow-through. Bobby is the author of Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard and the host of The Self-Leadership Lab. 

He helps people understand why they struggle to follow through, why their habits don’t match their beliefs, and how to build the kind of internal discipline that actually holds up under pressure. If you’ve ever felt stuck despite knowing what to do, this conversation is going to challenge the way you think about growth.

His conclusion is simple but uncomfortable: most people aren’t lacking information; they’re lacking internal authority. Through his work and his podcast, The Self-Leadership Lab, Bobby explores what it actually means to govern your inner world so your outer life reflects your convictions. 

His approach blends practical discipline, decision-making frameworks, and deeper philosophical insights rooted in both Stoic thought and faith. Bobby doesn’t focus on hype or temporary motivation.

Instead, he helps audiences understand: Why motivation fails under pressure How to build standards that don’t change with emotion The difference between “Easy Hard” and “Hard Hard” decisions.

Why self-leadership, not hacks, is the foundation of real growth His conversations are known for being thoughtful, challenging, and immediately applicable, leaving listeners with both clarity and a call to action.

Today we go deeper into discipline, ego, faith, emotions, life as vanity, life as suffering and life as love and little reconciling stoicism with the Christian faith. Buckle up, you need to hear this conversation.

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 https://easyhardvshardhard.com

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And remember, always strive to do the Right thing, at the Right time, the Right way and for the Right reason, that is the path of the true Warrior, Servant, Leader.

The worst news ever turned out to be an “absolute blessing” for Rob Ryan Sullivan. On his 48th birthday – on Feb. 18, 2015 – Sullivan received news from his doctor that he had lymphoma in the form of massive tumors on his heart and in his neck.

Six months and several rounds of chemotherapy later, Sullivan was cured and he had the experience that led to the last chapter of his second book, “A Trek Within: Following Your Inner Compass.” He had been working on the book for almost a decade, and his journey with cancer tied the entire book together. 

The book, which is a collection of experiences that changed the way Sullivan views spirituality, the world and his place in it, was officially released in early December 2023.

“When you’re going through things, you have to roll with it,” said Sullivan, a professional speaker and coach who has worked more than 70 nationally- and internationally-known organizations including Motorola, Northwestern University, McDonald’s and the University of Michigan. “And I’ve learned there this nothing that says you can’t incorporate your passions into a scenario where you’re living to work rather than working to live.”

Sullivan also recently launched SulliVanZyl, an international coaching and consulting company, that also features Barry van Zyl, an internationally recognized drummer, consultant and educator based in South Africa.

“We want people to open up to the magic that’s in the world,” Sullivan said. “There’s so much amazing stuff out there if you just pay attention. I’m convinced we miss opportunities at every turn, and most of the time it’s simply because we’re not aware.”

For example, Sullivan gets his entrepreneurial spirit from his grandfather, who was a successful soy bean trader, and his great-grandfather, Billy Sullivan Sr., who won a World Series as a catcher with the 1906 White Sox and was the inventor of the inflatable chest protector for catchers. Sullivan said his great-grandfather eventually wound up selling the patent for the protector, which he received in 1908, to a company that would become a major sporting goods business.

Today we talk about resignation vs. contentment; negative and positive self-fulfilling mindsets, stoicism and more! Join us for a great frank and encouraging conversation.

For more information on Rob and SulliVanZyl, visit: https://sullivanzyl.com

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Most people think violence is unpredictable and random. This is not true at all. In fact, there is a scientifically proven pathway that all perpetrators of violence follow. This process can actually be interrupted, if you know what to look for. 

Concerning behaviors often show themselves well before even the threat of an attack is displayed. Unfortunately, too many municipalities and organizations lean on "protection" and "preparedness/response" measures rather than "prevention" measures to try and disrupt these threats and attacks. 

Today’s guest’s work focuses on demonstrating that by taking proactive prevention actions that are focused in a human centric methodology we can create safer communities. These "prevention" measures are multidisciplinary and can be used for a wide range of societal risk factors not just for violence. Today, he gives us 3-4 concrete signs to look for to keep their communities safe.

Today’s guest is Robert Mahoney, a leading expert in Behavioral Threat Assessment (BTA) and the Founder of TVTP Solutions. He specializes in helping communities transition from reactive security to proactive prevention. Through his work, he empowers educators, law enforcement, and mental health professionals to collaborate on identifying the 'pathway to violence' and interrupting it through evidence-based strategies.

Robert is the first to tell you, this is not about profiling or even risk factors – it is about identifying abnormalities to our senses. Because “random acts of violence” are anything but random. This is about situational awareness and knowing what to do next.

Join us as Robert shares a wealth of information and experience from the world of targeted violence and terrorism prevention (TVTP).

Learn more  https://tvtpsolutions.com/ or contact Robert at 

robert.mahoney@tvtpsolutions.com

A message you may not want to hear, but need to.

You know, we spend a lot of time talking about leadership, resilience, stress, performance, and mental toughness, but sometimes we overlook the most basic truth of all - if your body is running on empty, eventually everything else starts breaking down too.

My guest today is Jennifer Martinez, CEO of JMAR Solutions, and she’s on a mission to help people understand that hydration is about a whole lot more than just drinking more water.

We’re talking about focus, decision making, stress management, recovery, mental clarity, and being able to show up better - not just on the job, but at home with the people who matter most.

Jennifer comes from a sports medicine background and works with high demand professions, first responders, and organizations operating in tough environments where heat, stress, fatigue, and pressure are constant realities. She helps teams learn how to restore the body before it hits the wall.

And this isn’t just professional for her… it’s personal. Being married to a police sergeant gave her a front row seat to how physical depletion and chronic stress can affect not only performance on the street, but patience, mood, relationships, and overall wellbeing at home.

Because the truth is, when people are exhausted, dehydrated, stressed out, and mentally foggy, everybody around them feels it.

Today, we’re going to talk about how taking better care of yourself physically can improve your mindset, your mental sharpness, your leadership, your relationships, and your ability to keep showing up strong in every area of life.

Learn more about JMAR Solutions and even order your 1st bottle of Rapid Restoration Drops here: https://jmarsolutions.net  

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Our guest today, Meridith Alexander, had her “walk around this lovely planet” explode when she got the call that her youngest daughter had been crushed by a boulder while hiking in South America and was not expected to survive. She jumped on a plane and headed south.

Her focus since then became transforming the impossible into the “I’m Possible” and how to teach ordinary people that they are capable of achieving EPIC things that seem totally “unrealistic” when they know how to fuse their inner game with the outer game.

In fact, she believes that it's thanks to these "impossible" boulders that come into our ordinary lives that we can transform them into epic lives.

Meridith is a best-selling author, powerhouse mompreneur and top female motivational speaker who has become known for inspiring high-level professionals and entrepreneurs to venture beyond the place where their beliefs stop them -- all thanks to a plummeting boulder that changed her "old normal" into the destiny that she embraces today.

She challenges you to explore the boundaries of endless possibilities, positive expectations and deliberate creation.

With the remarkable life and death challenges that were laid firmly at her feet, she learned that it's these tiny individual seeds of Greatness that live waiting to be cultivated within our own minds. Then, as we master our own mindset and discover the real beauty within our own story, we become free to empower others and to go on to create "impossible" things. 

Go Epic isn’t just a slogan for Meridith, it is her life. A Cornell study showed that 76% of us will look back on our lives and regret that we never went after those big dreams. That’s a scary statistic and today she is here to share her story and hopes to insure that you aren’t part of that 76%.

Learn more and contact Meridith:  http://bit.ly/GOEPICNOW

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Cursing At Mountains with Brandon Kowallis

Today’s guest on the Warrior Servant Leader Podcast is a pondering goof ball of epic proportions. His eclectic tastes and interests have led him through his own series of bizarre experiences that have adorned his life and shaped him into the weird but relatively likable and sometimes dislikable character he is today. Brandon’s life is littered with mistakes, failures, imperfections, and other learning opportunities. He is a worldwide caver, what us old timers used to call spelunker.

Brandon shares some incredible stories, including rescuing an injured caver from the bottom of Naj Tunich Cave in Guatemala. Helping with the viral Nutty Putty Cave attempted rescue of John Edward Jones. He was next to him when he died. Facing giant spiders in deep bad air pits in Mexico. Getting lost on Boulder Mountain. Laying down the first human foot prints in caves of the Grand Canyon

Brandon is also an award-winning cave cartographer and photographer, author of the book Fragile Frontiers, and has worked as a leader in higher education for over 10 years. 

He is the author of Cursing At Mountains, a unique novel that leverages the power of storytelling to share universal principles that are the core to both personal life and leadership. It is a story of burnout, marriage under pressure, and what happens when a high-performing professional quietly unravels.

Brandon lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he draws inspiration from his work with diverse groups of people across all walks of life, as well as his experience exploring places where few people on earth have been. When he’s not writing or working on creative projects, he’s likely spending time with his wife Michelle and their two children, bushwhacking to find new caves, rock climbing, fishing, or serving in his church and community.

Welcome Brandon Kowallis to the show!

Contact Brandon directly at https://www.brandonkowallis.com and you can order his book here:

 https://www.brandonkowallis.com/product/cursing-at-mountains/

As we near the end of the Easter season in the Roman Catholic Church, we will be celebrating Pentecost Sunday. Many think this Sunday merely ends Easter and we can go back to a spiritual life as usual as we await Christmas in December.

Well, here is some tough love news for you. Pentecost is not just another holy day. It ranks up there, in a scripture sense, with Moses and the Ten Commandments, coming down off Mt. Sinai. In fact, it is greater than that.

On Pentecost the believers received the Holy Spirit, the Israelites got 2 stone tablets. Pentecost is the beginning of the Roman Catholic Church. It is the beginning of the Great Commission to spread the Good News, Gospel, to the ends of the world. It was the infusion of the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit into the people of God.

In other words, it was the biggest thing since the Resurrection that happened 50 days earlier. It was a promise fulfilled and the day over, 3,000 people came to believe in Jesus.

Take a few minutes to listen to the tough love message I share, reflect on it and rise up and go. Get out there and live the life of a Warrior, Servant, Leader that you were created to live. Quit being a spectator and get in the world arena and spread the Good News.

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How to Build a Life You Don’t Need to Escape From with Jay Meacham

Today’s guest is a soon to be ordained Deacon in the Roman Catholic Church, Jay Meacham. He is a committed executive coach, business strategist, and purpose-driven leader dedicated to transforming the lives of others, especially residential home builders and skilled trades professionals.

Jay coaches clients who are ready to lead boldly, live deeply, and create impact that lasts beyond the job site, corporate board room, sales office or in the home office.

He is the go-to coach for those who are ready to break cycles of burnout and step into lives of purpose, leadership, and prosperity. Today we dive into questions like: “What’s the difference between making a living and building a legacy? What role does faith play in leadership and business success? How can I create a fool proof system to manage emotions? How can a leader identify their non-negotiable values?”

Buckle up, this episode is full of Wednesday Wisdom!

Learn more and contact Jay at: https://coachjaymeacham.com

“Live With Joy, Lead With Purpose. Personal life, business, and leadership to help you build a life you love -time rich, financially fee, and deeply fulfilling.”

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Take Action Crush Obstacles!

Today on The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast, I sit down with a man who is using storytelling, leadership, and hard conversations to help save lives behind the badge and beyond it.

Conrad Weaver is a mission-driven filmmaker, entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate for first responder wellness. As President and CEO of First Responder Wellness Solutions and founder of Conjo Studios, Conrad has dedicated his career to creating awareness, driving cultural change, and equipping leaders with practical tools to build healthier, more resilient organizations.

Conrad is the creator and producer of the award-winning documentary PTSD911 — a powerful film that has sparked critical conversations nationwide about trauma, mental health, and sustainable performance in public safety professions. The film asks a sobering question:

“First responders sign up to serve; they risk their lives and mental health responding to someone else’s worst day. Who rescues them?” What is the secret to taking care of your people?

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Leadership in trauma-exposed professions

• The silent cost of unresolved stress and PTSD

• Building agency cultures rooted in trust and wellness

• Why storytelling changes hearts faster than policy ever will

• How resilient leaders create resilient teams

Conrad also hosts the First Responder Wellness Podcast, where he interviews respected leaders from law enforcement, fire, EMS, clinical practice, and leadership development to uncover practical strategies that improve both people and organizations.

As a certified member of the John Maxwell Team, Conrad brings a unique blend of leadership development, media production, wellness advocacy, and real-world experience to the public safety space.

His work has earned national recognition, including:

• 2025 Best Director – Documentary, New York Film & Cinematography Awards

• 2025 Best Documentary – Impact Docs! Awards

• 2024 Best Documentary – Maryland International Film Festival

• Mid-America Regional EMMY® Award Winner for Great American Wheat Harvest

This is more than a podcast episode. It is a conversation about leadership, service, survival, and the responsibility we have to take care of those who spend their lives taking care of others.

Listen to the First Responder Wellness Podcast wherever podcasts are available.

Learn more about Conrad and his work at Conjo Studios.

Buckle Up!

Most high performers don’t burn out from pressure — they burn out from misalignment. They don’t crash dramatically — they drift quietly. It’s a slow erosion: The identity they’ve outgrown. The expectations they carry. The responsibilities that never end. The success that looks impressive but feels heavy.

That quiet internal conflict — the one high achievers hide behind achievement — is the exact space where Richard Jack III (Coach Jack) does his deepest work. Here’s what clients say about Coach Jack:  “Direct, grounded, and impossible to hide from.” “The coach who sees the truth behind the performance.” “More precise than any therapist, coach, or consultant I’ve worked with.” “The one person who can connect identity, psychology, and leadership in a way that actually shifts results.”

THE WEIGHT OF LEADERSHIP — AND WHY IT BREAKS PEOPLE 

Leadership has an emotional cost. Performance has a psychological cost. Success has a spiritual cost. Most people ignore those costs until something cracks. Coach Jack helps leaders see the fracture before it becomes a break.

Coach Jack is the creator of the CEI Ecosystem — Clarity, Execution, Impact — a clarity-driven operating system built to help people think clearly, execute with purpose, and create sustainable momentum in their lives and careers. For Richard, alignment isn’t a concept — it’s the root cause behind why people rise, stall, or spiral. In his work with leaders across industries, one truth has surfaced again and again: People don’t get stuck because they lack ambition. They get stuck because they’re out of alignment with who they’re becoming. Their identity is in one place. Their behavior is in another. Their responsibilities are in a third. And the gap between those worlds produces burnout, confusion, and stalled potential. Richard’s mission is simple: close that gap — permanently. 

This link gives listeners free access to Coach Jack’s Clarity Assessment—an executive-level tool that helps you instantly identify where your life or leadership is out of alignment. In less than five minutes, you will see exactly which patterns are holding you back and what to shift next. It’s designed to create immediate awareness, a sense of direction, and a starting point for real transformation. You will walk away with clarity you can feel.

 https://www.rj3consultants.com/clarity-assessment

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REV: RESPOND, EXPAND, VENTURE℠

Today’s guest is a master in the keys to resilient leadership. He is a resilience expert with PhDs from both Harvard and Oxford (UK). His signature speeches, consulting, and coaching, REV: RESPOND, EXPAND, VENTURE℠ , equips leaders for peak mindset, agility, and performance. Our guest is a Fulbright Fellow and Harvard Horizons Scholar who has taught extensively at Harvard and Oxford, presented his research worldwide, and completed The Second City’s full improv curriculum.  

And yes, we discuss how important it is to have a sense of humor as a leader. We also dive into why being busy hides the real constraints that limit peak performance.  How can leaders make better decisions under pressure when time, energy, and attention are constrained? Is multi-tasking really just a myth that actually hinders peak performance? These and more questions are answered in today’s episode.

And there is an added bonus! Visit  https://henrybowles.com/

 and access a free resilience masterclass, “3 Moves That Define Resilient Leaders”, along with a downloadable PDF companion. His website also provides a clear overview of his work with leaders, teams, and organizations – so reach out to him to learn more for yourself and your organization.

Please meet and welcome, Dr. Henry Bowles.

Today’s guest was a USMC leader, international spy catcher with the FBI and a Behavioral Analysis Expert. The man, the myth, the legend, Robin Dreeke!

The Military Leader: Although Robin always aspired to become a great leader, he realized from his time at the United States Naval Academy and in the United States Marine Corps that leadership was much more than just telling people what to do: a great leader uses interpersonal skills to inspire action, rather than demand the compliance of others. 

The Spy Catcher: Upon entering service as an FBI Special Agent in 1997, Robin began his journey as a counterintelligence specialist and behaviorist in the agency's efforts to thwart the efforts of our country's greatest adversaries. Serving in New York City, Norfolk VA, FBI Headquarters, Quantico VA, and Fredericksburg VA, Robin received advanced training and experience in the area of social psychology and the practical application of the science behind relationship development and trust, ultimately leading the FBI's elite Behavioral Analysis Program. 

Today, the Behavioral Analysis Expert: Robin has built his highly effective tools for all aspects and stages of interpersonal communication and relationship development and combined them into a one-of-a-kind formula for success with people – called The People Formula. 

Robin is a recognized expert, author, and gifted lecturer in the art of interpersonal communication, relationship building and Trust. These skills are used every day in leadership, sales, human resources, and all aspects of life, both business and personal. And, today he is going to give us look behind the curtain and share some great advice.

Buckle up as we dive into the Code of Trust and why you can’t be successful without it. You will walk away with some definite action steps and a better understanding of why life is not about you and how ego is the enemy!

Learn more and connect with Robin: RobinDreeke.com

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Yes, you can master your morning routine, if you are willing to not make excuses. If you want to be a champion you need to start thinking like one!

Join us for part 2 of our conversation with Chris Natzke, an 8th Degree Black Belt/Master Instructor and former national Taekwondo champion.

In this episode we take a deep dive in going from a chubby 10 year old to the 6 M’s of Morning Mastery. Chris breaks down each step of his morning routine and how you can do the same thing and begin taking Inspired Action with the Mind of a Champion. 

As a life-leadership coach, keynote speaker and Amazon #1 best-selling author, he transforms lives through his unique brand of Black Belt Leadership and he shares whole new insights of how you can transform your life, starting today.

To learn more about or to contact Chris, check out https://www.ChrisNatzke.com.

If success is measured by accomplishments, material possessions, and stable relationships then, as a successful business woman, mother and partner, today’s guest should have been happy and fulfilled. But like many a shiny apple, you need to cut it open to see the worms and rot inside. 

Despite the outer trappings of success she couldn’t shake the growing angst and depression that accompanied the weight of imposter syndrome. For far too long Ishe had ignored the signs to course correct - lacking the courage to change - until the death of her son, on her birthday and Thanksgiving Day to boot, shook the very foundation of her existence. 

But it was too much to fast, so she doubled-down the only way she knew how - focusing on her career and accomplishments. When the call to change came again, a decade later it was unmistakable and undeniable. Answering the call felt like a reckoning with her soul - a do or die moment. 

So she left a successful career, ended misaligned relationships, and gave away most of her belongings to prioritize her health and rediscover who she was without noise, performance, or external expectations.

Jazzmyn Lauff is now a podcast host, guest, and transformational mentor in service to those who are called to up-level their story and rewrite their identity from the inside out - realigning, reclaiming, and redesigning their most authentic lives.

Today we tackle some tough questions and get some authentic answers:

How do you change when you don’t know how or where to go? What are the signs Jazzmyn ignored early on? What was that 2nd call that finally got your attention? For someone sensing that quiet inner summons but afraid to act, what would you say about the relationship between courage and consciousness?

Go here to learn more and to contact Jazzmyn: https://www.whentheheartcalls.com/   

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Dropping TACO Tuesday (Take Action Crush Obstacles) on Monday night because I CAN'T wait for you to hear this episode!

Today’s guest, George Pesansky, has provided training, coaching and support for over 10,000 Six Sigma, Lean and World Class Manufacturing professionals across 6 continents.

George shares how to identify, replicate, and scale moments of peak performance. Why success doesn’t stick without structure—and how to fix that. How to eliminate ambiguity in teams and decision-making. How to turn your best practices into standard practices.

And it's not just for the manufacturing world. These principles and tools work in every career path, and even in your personal life.

George has some keen insights on “The Prison of Expectations”, where we will strive to meet the minimum expectations of ourselves and others. And the 3 key questions we always need to ask if we want to become SuperPerformers in our personal and professional lives.

Learn more at https://georgepesansky.com Subscribe to his video newsletter, the Deliberate Minute to hear practical experiences from 30 years in the field developing High Potential Employees.

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Sean Hayden's life reads like a story that couldn't have been written without God. 

He started his career as an engineer at Boeing, working on power systems for rockets, satellites, and lasers — including NASA's Space Launch System. But his path took a hard turn when he felt called to leave engineering behind, move his family across the country, and step into entrepreneurship with nothing but faith and a willingness to follow God's leading. 

That leap led him through some of the hardest seasons of his life — near-death experiences including a tangled parachute and motorcycle crashes, the uncertainty of uprooting his family from New Mexico to California and eventually settling in Kentucky, building a digital marketing agency from the ground up, and walking through his son's miraculous healing. 

Along the way Sean has worn a lot of hats — aerospace engineer, digital marketer, agency owner, options and futures trader. He'll be the first to tell you he's made serious money in the markets and lost serious money in the markets, and that every one of those experiences taught him something about faith, risk, and trusting God when the outcome isn't guaranteed. 

Today Sean lives with his wife Brooke, their five kids, a dog, a cat, and 10 chickens — and is currently building his family's dream home from the ground up on a 150-acre property called Hayden Haven, running an excavator himself to make it happen. Through every twist, God was there.

Today we chat about Sean’s journey – the dark times and the bright times. From designing rockets to a spiritual revival – and why Sean doesn’t get worked up when things seem to all be going wrong. Sean’s story of learning how to trust God before a breakthrough comes is both inspiring and doable in our own lives.

Check out Sean’s book, Grow In The Dark  https://a.co/d/03cECulo

And connect with him here: https://growinthedark.life

Today’s guest, Hans Eric Hageman was raised in Harlem and East Harlem in the Grant Housing projects, the Wilson Housing projects, East 100th Street, and finally, in a home that housed "Exodus House," a ground-breaking residential community for drug addiction treatment. The program was founded and run by Hans’ father. 

Through Exodus House and his parents, he learned early lessons about courage and the possibilities of the human spirit. After college at Princeton and law school at Columbia University, Hans practiced law as a prosecutor and then as a public defender. 

He left the law practice and started independent schools in Harlem for children who were not successful in public school. Running these schools allowed Hans to directly impact the school-to-prison pipeline and provide a nurturing environment for creative students who were non-traditional learners. 

Hans also co-founded a girls' school in Lucknow, India, for lower-caste girls. For several years, he was also a consultant for a groundbreaking program in police training, where I worked with the Baltimore and St. Louis police departments. Hans went on to lead other youth nonprofits, both here in the USA, in Africa and India.

Today we dive into embracing a growth mindset and Hans shares some techniques for fostering continuous self-improvement and a love of learning throughout life. Including how he founded Querencia Leadership to transform how we prepare young people for leadership in an increasingly complex world. They integrate evidence-based emotional regulation techniques with practical leadership development to equip youth with the resilience, clarity, and confidence needed to thrive.

Hans' goal is to "An Ancestor Worth Remembering."

To learn more about Hans’ groundbreaking leadership training and driving success without sacrificing your personal well-being, checkout querencialeadership.com or connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanshageman/

https://coachhans.kit.com/

It’s TACO Tuesday…Take Action Crush Obstacles!

Creating Value for Others Through GRIT 

Our guest today takes TACO to an all new level. Resilient, open, authentic and positive. These words begin to describe Diana Fritz's characteristics as an executive leader, cancer thriver, board member, wife, mother, and committed volunteer. 

Diana's personal mission is to create value, through authentic and open engagement, making a positive impact on everyone she encounters, and to treat every individual as a human being of value and worth. Diana firmly believes that respect is earned, and true leadership is based on influence, not merely a title. 

And she certainly does all that through GRIT: Grace. Resilience. Influence. Trust.

Throughout her exceptional career spanning more than 25 years, Diana has consistently sought and embraced opportunities to provide leadership, foster teamwork, and seek personal growth, regardless of the role held. Her professional journey has provided her with progressively responsible leadership roles in the domains of executive leadership, operations, administration, organizational health, human resources, business planning, and technology. 

Her personal journey is no different. Our chat today takes a deep dive into her rare cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery – which she has traveled with true GRIT. She shares what it means to be Uniquely Imperfect, Uniquely Qualified.

Diana is a member of the Maxwell Leadership Executive Program, and a Certified DISC Consultant. Contact Diana for a FREE 15 minute Huddle at https://calendly.com/gritwithdiana/15min?month=2026-04. And connect with her on Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-fritz-b032064/

Today, he is a leadership keynote speaker, bestselling author, and resilience strategist trusted by Fortune 500 companies, public safety agencies, and leadership teams nationwide. His framework, Failure F.U.E.L.S. Growth, equips leaders to thrive with clarity and resilience under pressure, transforming setbacks into systems for sustained performance and trust.

Welcome Michale Laidler to the Warrior Servant Leadership Podcast, as we dive into how he helps organizations build resilient leadership under pressure, where clarity replaces chaos, accountability drives action, and teams perform at their best when it matters most.

To learn more about Michael and his services get on his calendar at: https://meetings.hubspot.com/michael-laidler

And check out his book on Amazon, Greatness Beyond The Badge.

Everyone he worked with - successful people making good money - was suffering internally. Anxiety, self-doubt, emotional spirals. They had the external success but zero internal peace. He then went through his own intense transformation. 

Meditation, facing fears, rewiring subconscious beliefs. He rebuilt his life from the inside out and discovered tools that actually work - not just feel-good concepts, but mechanical processes that reprogram how your mind operates. Today he runs Learn To Love Being You, teaching subconscious rewiring to everyone from corporate professionals to maximum-security prison inmates. If the method works with people facing life sentences, it works with anyone. 

His clients want practical tools, not another course telling them to journal and manifest. What he bring today are real emotional rewiring techniques from someone who learned them as a corporate leader first, not a wellness influencer trying to sell you peace. He blends spiritual insight with grounded psychology and a goofy sense of humor because transformation doesn't have to be serious all the time. We are going to  get subconscious reprogramming methods from someone who's taught them in maximum-security prisons and corporate boardrooms - not just Instagram affirmations. Today can be the first step in changing your life.

Welcome Mike Wood to The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast!

If you want to reach out directly to Mike, check out https://mwoodmindset.com and use one of his free assessment tools to get some insights on where you are at today.

As a life-leadership coach, keynote speaker and Amazon #1 best-selling author, he transforms lives through his unique brand of Black Belt Leadership.

Join us as we discuss going from a chubby 10 year old to the 6 M’s of Morning Mastery and taking Inspired Action with the Mind of a Champion. 

To learn more about or to contact Chris, check out https://www.ChrisNatzke.com.

Don Ross is the founder and creator of Manhood Tribes. Don has served as a pastor and ministry leader for the past couple decades, and has led and worked with men in a wide variety of settings. He loves the outdoors (beach and mountains), all things Lord of the Rings, and has a slight addiction to Coke Zero. He lives with his wife and two sons in the Raleigh, NC area.

But no matter what kind of Tribe you connect with, you can always expect a Manhood Tribes experience to help you grow in 3 main areas:

MANHOOD

Gain a clear understanding of what healthy manhood is, and learn how to develop as a man

CAMARADERIE

Form significant friendships with other men through adventure, challenge, and discussion

FREEDOM

Fight for one another to find the healing and restoration that only Jesus can bring

today we chat about the 5 Marks of Manhood and much more.

PS....this is a definite Tough Love Thursday message you don't want to miss. And to our women audience out there., you just might want to buckle up and share this with your man.

Contact Don here (and take his FREE How Manly Are You assessment quiz): https://www.manhoodtribes.com/manly

Check out his book too, How To Be a Man, available on Amazon

Bob is a  Writers Guild of America award-winning writer who has written with success in TV, film, and books. 

He is a partner in the Humble Picture Company with fellow writer/producer Grant Nieporte.

Bob is also the founder of Silver Cord Stories, where he writes original stories and essays that feed the soul. 

Bob penned the sports memoir FOLLOW THE ROAR for HarperCollins, chronicling his journey around the globe as he followed Tiger Woods for the entire 2008 season. In 2012, Bob wrote the satirical novel DON'T MESS WITH TRAVIS for Thomas Dunne Books, an effort Booklist called a “razor sharp debut novel.” 

He recently served as creator and executive producer of the TV series LIFE JUST GOT REAL for The Wonder Project. 

Previously he spent three seasons as a writer/producer for the Peabody Award-nominated Netflix series ATYPICAL. 

Bob has sold pilots to a number of studios, networks, and streaming channels, including Netflix. His feature script SWELL is in development with Priyanka Chopra Jonas attached to star and co-produce through her Purple Pebble Pictures

Bob began his writing career as a research assistant to the late, great William F. Buckley, Jr. and has been a guest speaker at both the Harvard Business School and his kids’ elementary school.

Without a doubt, Bob IS NOT BORING! We had a great conversation and decided this episode needed to be on the Wednesday Wisdom edition of the Warrior Servant Leader Podcast. 

Enjoy, comment and share with your circle of influence. 

 Reach out to Bob at https://www.silvercordstories.com/ and https://www.humblepictureco.com/

After donating his kidney to a stranger, he joined a team of fellow donors to summit the highest peaks in all fifty U.S. states, setting a Guinness World Record while raising awareness for living kidney donation.

Drawing on his decades in emergency medicine, Matthew combines medical expertise, human resilience, and a passion for adventure to show that life after donation isn’t about limitation—it’s about limitless possibility.

Connect with Dr. Harmody here: https://mattharmodymd.com/book/

And learn more about living kidney donation here: https://www.kidneyregistry.com/

Today's guest, Chad Coe, went from being in a Special Education Institution, kept in a padded room and on the wrong end of a cattle prod, to the founder of Coe Financial Group and a leadership and mindset coach. His story and enthusiasm is an incredible one of creating opportunity through confidence, connection and a clear strategy.

Chad is the author of The Power of Peopletizing and The Confident Leader, and he teaches practical frameworks like his Abundant Life Roadmap to align personal, professional, and financial goals. Also an auctioneer and dedicated philanthropist, he has helped raise $5M for charitable causes while building communities that turn relationships into results.

You will leave this episode inspired and ready to build real community in your life.

In 2017, Scott Maderer and his wife Carrie started Inspired Stewardship as a business to serve Christian men and couples that are struggling to live out their calling. His book Inspired Living: Assemble the Puzzle of Your Calling by Mastering Your Time, Your Talent, and Your Treasures was published by Morgan James July 2nd 2024.

Scott is an expert in helping folks transition from "working" to living their calling. Whatever that looks like for them. He speaks on helping people identify their calling, get out of their own way so they can really live it out, and how they can deal with their time, their talent, or their treasures to really live their dream.

Scott is certified in DISC personality/communication tools and has been a working coach since 2011, doing coaching full time since 2017. 

To connect with Scott and set up a free consultation call, check him out here:  https://inspiredstewardship.com/

There are some myths and misunderstandings surrounding what it means to be a Warrior, a Servant and a Leader. Today we are going to set the record straight.

So buckle up, Tough Love is about to reach out and grab you.

Join us at https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/warrior-servant-leader-podcast-7302072071373606912/

You might also enjoy my books on Amazon. Warrior Servant Leader: Life Behind the Badge and Warrior Servant Leader: Life Behind the Cross Order them on https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com/

Lin didn’t start out with a polished plan — she started out with a strong willed Matriarch of a Mother. And oh boy, did she give Lin a ton of material.

Her memoir, Enough with the Secrets, Mama!, is about the messy, hilarious, heartbreaking, and ultimately redemptive journey of trying to survive a complicated mother-daughter relationship while breaking generational patterns most of us would rather ignore.

Part immigrant family story, part self-help disguised as a memoir, and part “please tell me I’m not the only one,” the book takes readers from cultural shifts and childhood chaos to the moment when you decide you’re done waiting for permission — and give yourself grace instead. 

Lin helps individuals, organizations, and communities turn adversity into growth by breaking generational cycles, strengthening mindset, and leading with faith, intention, and values-driven strategy. Her work bridges personal healing with sustainable impact, encouraging people to live, lead, and build with purpose. Welcome Lin! And connect with her on her website:  https://greenconsultingofficial.com/about

Matt is most excited about being a husband, dad, and grandpa and in his spare time is insanely passionate about helping people gain perspective and overcome the adversity and uncertainty that life brings.

He does that through helping other to develop an EPIC mindset and practice Contextual Intelligence and 3D Thinking.

With his story of resilience, faith, and triumph over fear, he brings a powerful message of hope and empowerment, to our audience. so that they too can rise above their challenges. 

Enjoy, comment and share!

Be sure to check him out at his website www.matthewkutz.com

But titles don’t define him. What does? A 28-year daily practice of sharing leadership quotes, a belief that self-leadership comes first, and a mission to help leaders build lives, not just companies, that reflect their values.

Dusty’s the founder of The Arcqus Group and host of Leadership Unlocked, where he unpacks the real, defining moments that shape how we lead and live. This isn’t performative leadership, it’s personal. Let’s dive in.

And don't forget to connect with Dusty here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustyholcomb/

He didn't grow up with a clear picture of faith or healthy leadership. His early years were marked by brokenness and confusion. all that changed when he met Jesus and grace. He went into full time ministry, but eventually got overwhelmed, overcommitted and stuck. That changed too.

He experienced transformational coaching that helped him gain clarity, emotional intelligence, and a sustainable way of leading. Reshares that breakthrough with us today.

Welcome Joshua Delp to the Warrior Servant Leader Podcast.

And Joshua has graciously offered his FREE e-book, Clarify You on his website: RisingLeadership.org. You were made for more. Let's get you there.

Enjoy, comment, share!

Leveraging a background in biochemistry and two decades of high performance athletic training and sports psychology, Chad has blended these seemingly disparate skill sets into elite wealth coaching, helping people create a better relationship with their future by creating the habits, mindsets and behaviors necessary to succeed in investing and in life in general.

Also, as a Dave Ramsey SmartVestor Pro- and striving to have the heart of a teacher - Chad places great emphasis on educating and empowering people with the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in pursuit of their goals.  Finance, fitness and faith - the 3 pillars Chad regularly teaches and speaks on as all important aspects of a purposeful and abundant life.

Check out Chad's website, veritaslaska.com and connect with him on IG and Linkedin @veritasalaska

A West Point '74 Class President and Major General (Ret.), with 33+ years military service including divisional command, Robert has some incredible leadership and culture building insights to share today.

Robert is the author of “Cows in the Living Room: Developing an Effective Strategic Plan and Sustaining It.” He also co-founded Level Five Associates, a change management consulting company, through the trademarked “The Big Six Leadership Principles” ®. 

He serves as a faculty member at the Thayer Leader Development Group at West Point and various premier business schools including, The Simon School of Business at the University of Rochester, The Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis, and the Cox Business School at Southern Methodist University. 

 Robert is inspiring audiences, motivating teams, building better leaders, and creating cultures of excellence and it is a huge honor to have him as our guest today.

He can be contacted on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertmixon/,

Substack: @https://robertmixon.substack.com

After surviving a 70-day near-death experience with COVID-19, Holly turned her story into a mission to help others align spirituality with strategy through her SHIFT Framework—Surrender, Hope, Intuition, Faith, and Transformation. 

She’s also the founder of the Adventure Bucket Wish Foundation, empowering women to lead with purpose, passion, and presence. Holly is family first, with 8 adult children and nearly 19 grandchildren who inspire her life and legacy.

Contact Holly, holly@hollyporter.com

CJ Moneyway is a man whose life story reads like a powerful testimony of resilience, purpose, and transformation. Born with an innate curiosity and a hunger for more, CJ’s journey hasn’t been a straight line but a series of peaks and valleys that have shaped him into the dynamic individual he is today. 

CJ is a man of faith, family, and vision. His heart beats for those who feel unseen or unheard, and his mission extends far beyond his podcasts. Whether through his bestselling books, Both Eyes Open and Both Eyes Shut, or his upcoming release, Faith Through Trials, CJ pours his experiences into his work, using his platform to remind others that they are never alone in their struggles. 

CONNECT with CJ:

Website: https://cjmoneyway.com

Email: thecjmoneywayshow@gmail.com

Socials: Available upon request or @cjmoneyway

She helps individuals and organizations communicate with clarity and purpose — while also offering original devotional films, essays, and reflections to support those carrying unseen emotional weight in their leadership journey.

As a trauma survivor, helping people reclaim joy is her calling. Thibodeaux's bylined or ghostwritten work has appeared in publications such as Forbes and Harvard Business Review.

She welcomes clients through her website, takingdictation.com, and can be heard biweekly on the Faithful on the Clock podcast. Her latest book, Grace in the Grind: 52 Devotions for Thriving in the Workplace, expands her podcast challenges into full weekly reflections for deep, intentional spiritual growth.

Contact info  

 https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm

Multiple deaths & near death experiences. 73 Surgeries. Paralysis. Faith / Hope / Prayer.

Everyone carries a strength inside them, often without even knowing it’s there. The key is learning to tap into that strength when life demands it. Sometimes it comes from lessons we’ve picked up along the way.

Other times, it shows up in the moment, surprising even us. Jay has often asked himself: "Where does my inner strength come from?"

The truth is, it’s not from just one place. He credits his upbringing shaping him: parents, grandparents, neighbors, teachers, faith, and friends all left their mark. The discipline and structure of the Marine Corps drilled into him a commitment to every cause he took on.

Years of pain, frustration, and setbacks gave him a relentless determination to get back up and keep going. His successes fueled his drive, and even his failures gave him fire to keep pushing forward.

What Jay learned is simple but powerful: "I can’t expect my future to be handed to me by someone else. It’s my responsibility."

Listen to Jay's inspiring story of from death and near death experiences to a life of meaning and purpose.

Contact Jay here: Jay@Neverquittrying.com 

Generally acknowledged as a media pioneer, he is founder and former CEO and Editor-in-Chief of multiple award-winning and greatly successful (broke advertising records in the industry) LA Weekly newspaper, which he sold some years ago. 

Jay has led a successful life as an executive coach for 20 years – where he utilizes his life-long interest in human development, in which he is trained as a practitioner, including a Master’s Degree program in spiritual psychology.

The same inner-and-outer-world management skills that constitute adult social and emotional learning, he believes, are even far more effective with – and more easily adopted by – children. Visit his talk “How and Why We Are Who We Are” to see the relevance to your own life and others.

Join us today and hear Jay's informative and challenging conversation on how we need to equip our children with Resilience, Relationship and Responsibility tools to be the future leaders of our great nation.

By the way, I sit on an Advisory Committee for this great campaign and hope you will share this episode with parents and educators you know to let them know there is hope for our kids and a dedicated group of folks who are leading the charge.

Thank you for listening and being a Warrior, Servant, Leader right where you are today!

This story began in April 2022, Erik Holt left federal service at Ft. Carson, CO, after 18 years to raise his daughters and accepted the Fire Chief position at a small rural department in Colorado. Within a year, with the support of an outstanding board and dedicated personnel, he and his staff transformed the fire department from 5 to over 60 trained, qualified, and dedicated personnel. 

Then came the May 2023 election. For the first time, all five board seats were up for election. Chief Holt received complaints from citizens regarding irregularities at the polls. He personally sat down and reviewed 48 hours of surveillance footage and discovered clear evidence of coordinated election misconduct. I

Chief Holt asked himself the four questions we always talk about on the WSL Podcast: what is the right thing to do, when to do it, how to doit and what are the reasons for doing it? He followed his legal and moral obligation and reported the findings to the District Attorney’s office. That decision changed everything.

When free speech, retaliation, and corruption tried to take test his integrity, Chief Holt stood his ground and suffered great consequences. 

Hear his full story on today’s episode of the WSL Podcast. And the story isn’t even over, yet!

Today’s guest is Dr. Amy Loden Tiffany — a physician entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, author, and mom of five who’s redefining what success looks like, especially for women in high stress careers.

After eight years in academic and corporate medicine, Dr. Tiffany stepped away from traditional practice to build something new — a concierge medical and wellness company that delivers a true “Four Seasons” experience for women’s health. Along the way, she has delivered a TEDx talk (“Pregnancy Is More Than the Birth of a Child”), written a book (The Postpartum Pivot), and been recognized as a top-five finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2025 BizX Awards. 

But the real story is the why behind it all — navigating tough health threats while raising a family and running a business taught her that success isn’t about doing more, it’s about aligning your priorities with purpose.

Now, she helps ambitious women — especially fellow founders, professionals, and CEO moms — reclaim their health, energy, and confidence while juggling everything they’re called to lead.

And it isn’t just women that can learn from this inspiring story.  The fundamental principle Dr. Tiffany lives by applies to everyone – “Be transformed by the renewal of your mind.”

When your “time” becomes a crutch or an excuse you know it is time to take a deeper look at your values and your actions. Join us and hear Dr. Tiffany’s inspiring journey to transformation of her time, talent and energy.

#timemanagement #actionspseaklouderthanwords #faith #leadershipdevelopment

Dr. Len's professional background began as a Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Chiropractic sports physician. Over those 25 years, he was the natural medicine expert for Good Morning Texas, as well as host for "Natural Health Made Simple."

He's written countless articles and has formulated nutritional products; he invented and manufactures a fitness product called My Portable Pullup Bar. Of course he's had his share of headaches, but he keeps focused on where he wants to go. And today he wants to help people move out of whatever Vicious cycle they're in... into that Virtuous Circle with 5 S.T.E.P.S. a Day.

It's NOT Rocket Science. It's Feedback and Accountability. In less than 2 minutes you can track and see, if you are doing the things that will make you Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise? Or at least get you to be Bigger, Better, Bolder?

Catch the entire episode here or on your favorite podcast platform.

https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com

A Real Life “I See Dead People”!

D. Paul Fleming is a Disabled Veteran who served in the US Navy and a seasoned Native American Holy Man—a sacred title bestowed upon him by Granddaughter Crow. With a lifetime devoted to spiritual service, D. Paul has investigated and cleansed an untold number of haunted properties, encountering everything from mischievous poltergeists to dark entities so powerful that his own life has been placed in danger on more than one occasion.

His work has brought physical, spiritual, and emotional healing to people afflicted by dark attachments, malevolent energies, and even possession. D. Paul is more than a medium. Rooted deeply in his Native American heritage and guided by his Christian faith, he walks a unique spiritual path as a Heyoka, a healer and a seer. With a proven track record of prophecy and supernatural insight, D. Paul’s work bridges the seen and unseen, the sacred and the mysterious.

 D. Paul’s mission is clear: to help others, to battle darkness, and to be a light in troubled times. If you’ve experienced phenomena like those in his book, Mystery’s at the Windham Inn, if you believe your property is haunted or feel a dark presence within yourself, D. Paul may be able to help. You can reach him at: 

https://www.facebook.com/BlackHawkBooks/

Join our community of Warriors, Servants, Leaders at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pat-welsh-jd-82b79490/

https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com

Book a call with Pat: https://calendly.com/pjwelshllc

From the darker side of the law to the ridiculous side, Jack Straw gives us a real look at life -from life behind the badge to life behind the bars of prison, and life on the outside.

As a law enforcement officer in the Midwest, Jack Straw rose the ranks rapidly becoming a captain at 26. He was a patrol officer, investigator and later specialized in interrogations and child abuse cases. 

He left law enforcement and started a business, and that's where he got sideways with the feds. He stole money and ended up with a 15 year prison sentence and was shipped to La Tuna FCI on the border with Texas and Mexico. 

While there, he hung out with gangbangers, cartel members, bank robbers and George Jung, the man Johnny Depp played in the movie "Blow." He was eventually transferred to other facilities that had much lower security protocols and  later became friends with a totally different crowd; politicians, incarcerated cops, NFL players and doctors. Yep, Club Fed. 

During this time he wrote three books, became a successful "jailhouse lawyer" and observed a world that works unlike anyone really thinks it does. He is now a partner in Prison Break Brewery and has a new album coming out. Get a sample of all this on their YouTube channel "Fed Joints to Beer Joints".

In this episode of The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast, Jack shares these stories and more. Join us, leave your comments and share with someone who needs to hear this message.

Here is a guy who spent 25 years on the street as a patrol sergeant for the City of Milwaukee Police Department. Now a podcast host, bestselling author, and TV consultant, Patrick O'Donnell is in the house!

He’s the bestselling author of ten books, including his newest thriller, The Good Collar. 

He hosts the popular Cops and Writers Podcast, where he interviews state, local, and federal law enforcement members, celebrities, and writers who are making a splash in the publishing world. 

He runs an 8,200-member Facebook group for crime writers with members from all over the globe that was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal (page one)! 

He also hosts true crime television documentaries and has consulted with crime writers for their books and screenplays.

He has supervised various special units and investigated major felonies. 

He runs an 8,200-member Facebook group for crime writers with members from all over the globe that was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal (page one)! 

Patrick is a consummate story teller and we shared a lot of good laughs in today’s episode.

So sit back, relax and enjoy a little fun with us.

Slåinte! (to your health)

Peter isn’t just a career lawman—he’s someone who has had to wrestle with tough decisions, navigate controversy, and hold fast to his integrity when the easy thing would’ve been to stay quiet.

In this conversation, we’re going to unpack his journey, hear some stories from inside the walls of ATF, and get his take on what true leadership looks like in times of chaos and mistrust.

So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s dive into this powerful conversation with Peter Forcelli.

There’s a lot to take away here: the importance of standing firm in your values, leading with courage when the stakes are highest, and remembering that trust—whether in a team or with the public—can only be built with consistency and integrity.

Peter’s career is proof that leadership is less about the title you hold, and more about the weight of the decisions you’re willing to make.

If you found value in today’s episode, share it with a friend, fellow leader, or teammate who needs encouragement.

And if you haven’t already, hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next conversation with Pete and another legend of the ATF, Jay Dobyns - the guy who took down the Hells Angels. Both together in February, 2026 and on our podcast!

He helps busy professionals crush overwhelm, reclaim focus, and hit goals using battle-tested strategies from his corporate background and daily running discipline. The guy is a BEAST.

Want to learn more or schedule a consultation with Mark, connect with here:

 https://misterproductivity.com/

The compelling story of Susan's and family's loss and the road to recovery from trauma provides hope and practical guidance for others who have been touched by violence and loss. Susan reclaimed her life, learned to manage PTSD, and found a path to vulnerability with courage, loss without victimhood, and love with forgiveness.

Susan would not allow herself to be swallowed up in a victim mindset, yet still had to journey through the trauma and find resiliency to live life with love, forgiveness and joy. Join us and you might want to have some tissues on hand.

They had already walked through a decade-long infertility battle, multiple surgeries, and the painful loss of family. They had no income for 10 months and racked up over $60,000 in debt. They were emotionally, financially, and spiritually exhausted. But they didn’t stay there.

Because we all face challenges and difficulties this episode is for you. Maybe it’s burnout. A health scare. A career setback. Loss. Or just the quiet ache of wondering, “What now?” DK speaks directly to that space—and gives us tools we can use today to move forward with grit, gratitude, and grace. 

His journey is both inspiring and an example of how we can own our difficult journeys through adversity and challenges and come out not just surviving, but thriving. Welcome DK Kang to the show.

Hear how  he built an empire, lost it all, gained it back, then almost died. Along the way he had achieved a ton of accolades that meant nothing, and had to give blood to buy food to put on the table for his kids.

It's been quite a ride. Today, he will tell you he is finally bulletproof, wrapped in God's armor and filled up by his faith.

Join us and hear the incredible story of one man who has gone on to impact hundreds of lives in a very short period of time. Mine is one of them!

Welcome Rory Pacquette to the show!

A Living Story of Service, Strength, and Second Chances -the story of a retired working dog, K9 Tambo — a decorated Federal Police K9 who spent years protecting people and property at the highest levels of government.

This is a powerful journey of resilience, faith, and community support.

On November 16, The Philadelphia Eagles will honor Tambo during their Salute to Service game — recognizing not just his years of service, but his ongoing fight and spirit.

Our story is about more than a dog battling cancer. It’s about loyalty, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between a handler and his K9 partner — and what that bond teaches us about strength, legacy, and never giving up.

Here the story here and  be sure to join his 13,000 followers on his journey on Instagram @k9_tambo.

One of the hardest things to do is to learn stress resilience and change your life. Especially when that fire alarm going off in your head just won’t shut off!

Today’s guest has been immersed in the world of mindfulness and transformation for over 50 years. You want to hear from a real man in the arena – this is him!

From living in an Ashram for a decade in his 20’s to creating an internationally used mindfulness app, Allen Imbarrato has been on a journey of learning and teaching tens of thousands of folks in stress resilience and life changing habits.

He’s a CEO, author, speaker, and veteran software and app developer whose custom business software KiBiz Systems serves thousands of users worldwide, from the U.S. and Canada to Asia. His latest innovation is KiFlow, a mobile app that harnesses AI to guide people through stressful moments—helping them reframe challenges and transform stress into growth. He’s passionate about emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and exploring how technology, when used consciously, can actually make us more human.

I downloaded the app and it is the real deal and easy to navigate. So join us today to hear Allen’s incredible journey and his impact on the world.

Robert is a 21st century Walden Pond kind of guy – living in the mountains of Colorado. He once wrote on his Substack page, https://substack.com/@hamburgersstand?utm_source=global-search

“Living through life’s trainwrecks forges wisdom. True friendship and love ask for the courage to hold up the mirror, even when looking away would be easier.”

That, and more, powerful statement are the topics of today’s episode. So join us!

Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform, leave a comment and share this and past episodes with someone you know who needs to hear the messages of hope, resilience and life changing mindset of the Warrior, Servant, Leader.

Want to reach Robert directly? Hamburgersstand.com

#personalgrowth #faith #warrior #servantl-leadership #philosophy  

(Note: Title is a quote from an episode on Fantasy Island television show that has struck with our guest for many years)

Most people think the root of evil is money.

But Scripture says otherwise — it’s the love of money, the disordered desire that corrupts the soul.

Dig deeper, and you find the real culprits: ego, greed, and hate.

They destroy families, poison communities, and erode nations.

The antidote?

Not politics. Not policy.

But the timeless virtues of faith, hope, and love — lived out daily through Warriors, Servants, and Leaders who stand firm when the world bends.

This one goes deep — scripture, philosophy, and hard-earned experience from the front lines of leadership and life.

Listen now and ask yourself: When the world needs someone to stand in the gap… will it be you?

#WarriorServantLeader #FaithHopeLove #Leadership #Virtue #Podcast #MoralCourage #PurposeDrivenLife #StandInTheGap #ChristianLeadership #ServantLeadership

But behind the movie and the headlines are the real warriors who lived it. One of them is Matt Eversmann—and I had the privilege of sitting down with him for this week’s Warrior Servant Leader Podcast.

Matt’s story is not just about war. It’s about what it means to lead when the odds are against you, to shoulder responsibility for others, and to carry the unseen weight long after the battle ends.

We also dive into his journey as a bestselling author with James Patterson, and how he continues to serve by telling the stories of warriors with authenticity and heart.

This is an episode you won’t want to miss—because the lessons of Mogadishu aren’t just for the battlefield. They’re for anyone who wants to lead with courage, humility, and faith.

The three F’ words: Forgiveness. Forget. Forward. – Actions of the Warrior, Servant, Leader.

In a world drowning in hate and violence, how do we rise as true Warriors Servants Leaders?

In this episode, Pat Welsh pulls no punches — reminds us of three forgotten virtues that can change the battlefield of everyday life:

·       Mercy — strength under control

·       Courage — doing what’s right when it hurts

·       Kindness — the quiet form of revolution

He also drops three F’ bombs.

·      Forgiveness – Genuinely forgiving those who have harmed you, as Christ did on the Cross

·      Forget – Absolutely NOT! We can forgive without forgetting the injury. Even after Christ rose from the dead, He still had and showed his wounds. The Rosary includes remembering and meditating on the Sorrowful Mysteries – including the scourging and Crucifixion of Christ. But we don’t complain, criticize or condemn those who did it. We do remember and move forward.

·      Forward – In the aftermath of the injury and harm, forgiving but not forgetting, we must move forward with the Warrior, Servant, Leader Mindset.  We will not become what we fight. Moving forward in Faith, Hope and Love.

This is not soft leadership.

This is gritty, fire-tested character — the kind that rewrites culture from the inside out.

Real warriors. Real servants. Real leaders —show mercy, serve with courage, and fight onward with kindness. They forgive, do not forget and move forward.

If you’re tired of the noise, and ready to lead with purpose — this one’s for you. 

#LeadershipDevelopment #FaithLeadership #MissionDriven #ServantLeadership #SpiritualWarfare 

In this episode, Pat Welsh pulls no punches — breaking down three forgotten virtues that can change the battlefield of everyday life:

·       Mercy — strength under control

·       Courage — doing what’s right when it hurts

·       Kindness — the quiet form of revolution

This is not soft leadership.

This is gritty, fire-tested character — the kind that rewrites culture from the inside out.

Real warriors. Real servants. Real leaders —

love mercy, walk with courage, and fight with kindness.

If you’re tired of the noise, and ready to lead with purpose — this one’s for you.

#WarriorServantLeader #Leadership #FaithDrivenLeadership #Mercy #Courage #Kindness #LeadWithHeart #WarriorMindset #ServantLeadership #SpiritualWarfare #LeadershipPodcast #TACOTuesday #PatWelsh

Here’s the truth: leaders isolate themselves. We armor up. We don’t want to look weak. We don’t want to burden the people we lead. So we walk alone. And over time, the isolation corrodes our strength.

But here’s what I’ve learned as a Warrior Servant Leader: we were never meant to fight alone. Servant leadership breaks that loneliness. Because it’s not about being untouchable—it’s about being connected. It’s not about thrones—it’s about circles.

1. Circles, not thrones. Build a trusted circle of brothers, sisters, and mentors. You can’t fight every battle solo.
2. Vulnerability is strength. When you say, ‘I’m struggling too,’ you don’t lose respect—you build trust.
3. Anchor in faith. No leader was designed to carry it all. Strength comes from a higher source.

“So if you’re leading and you feel alone right now—hear me. You’re not weak. You’re human. But you don’t have to carry the fight by yourself. Build your circle. Step into humility. And never forget—you are not alone.

This is the Warrior Servant Leader Podcast. I’m Pat Welsh. Lead with courage. Lead with humility. And keep leading strong

Reflections on Blessed Carlo Acutis and the Call to Holiness

This week, Blessed Carlo Acutis will officially be canonized as a saint in the Catholic Church. Known as the “patron saint of the internet,” Carlo was only 15 years old when he died of leukemia in 2006, but his short life continues to inspire millions.

He left behind one simple but piercing quote:

“Everyone is born unique, but many die as photocopies.”

Carlo’s words cut through the noise of our modern culture. Too many of us live in comparison, imitation, and conformity. We trade in the masterpiece God created for a blurred copy of someone else’s life.

But Carlo didn’t stop there. He also asked the deeper question:

“What are you doing to be a saint?”

That’s the challenge we unpack in this week’s episode of the Warrior Servant Leader Podcast.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• The inspiring life of Carlo Acutis and why he’s being canonized.
• What it really means to be “unique” in a culture of conformity.
• Why sainthood isn’t about perfection—it’s about daily faithfulness.
• Real-world leadership lessons from law enforcement that mirror Carlo’s message.
• Practical steps for living as the original God created you to be.

The Challenge: Reflection & Discussion Questions

Take these into prayer, journaling, or small group discussion after listening:

1. Identity Check: Where am I living authentically as God created me? Where am I drifting into being a “photocopy”?
2. Daily Holiness: What one daily practice could I adopt to grow closer to God?
3. Leadership & Integrity: Where am I tempted to cut corners—and what would it look like to stand firm?
4. Using My Gifts: What unique gifts has God placed in me, and am I using them for His glory?
5. Legacy & Mission: If people summed up my life today, would they say I lived as an “original” or a “photocopy”? What is your Life Sentence?

Carlo Acutis shows us that sainthood isn’t about age, status, or position. It’s about living fully as the person God made you to be—and offering that uniqueness back to Him in love.

👉 Listen to the full episode here:

https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com/

And remember: God made you unique for a reason. Don’t die a photocopy.

Share this message with someone you know who needs to hear it today.

#CarloAcutis #SaintCarlo #Catholic #CatholicPodcast #Faith #Holiness #Leadership #SpiritualGrowth #WarriorServantLeader

But do you know where it comes from? The Book of Daniel. A king who thought he was untouchable. Until the handwriting of God declared his time was up.

The King's ego and arrogance was his downfall - and people saw it coming. So did God. So God gave him notice of what was about to happen. He literally wrote it on the wall.

Here’s the truth: the wall always speaks before the collapse.

·       In leadership, the wall warns you of mission drift.

·       In life, the wall warns you of cracks in relationships and faith.

·       In your career, the wall warns you before burnout and failure.

The problem? Most people ignore the signs. Leaders don’t.

In this upcoming episode, we’ll dig into:

·       The biblical roots of the phrase and why they matter today.

·       Why leaders miss the warnings staring them in the face.

·       How to recognize God’s handwriting before the collapse.

·       What it takes to act on the warning and change course.

This isn’t about fear. It’s about clarity, courage, and course correction.

I hope you are inspired and encouraged by this episode and are ready to take action.

Share this episode with someone who needs to hear its message.

Stand up, show up and defend what you believe. Put the wants and needs of others before your own. Be a person of influence and impact. Be a Warrior, Servant, Leader.

#WarriorServantLeader #Leadership #Faith #Podcast #police #Leadershipdevelopment

Because old school is cool and still works. Kory, along with Sgt. Jon Matthews – cop turned Youth Minister turned back to cop to make a difference in the lives of young folks in Greensboro have gone back to basics, in policing and in impacting the next generation of Warriors, Servants, Leaders.

We dive into the old school mindset and why it works. You are going to be inspired and quite frankly I hope you will want to bring the same proven model to your community – whether you are in law enforcement or not.

So, buckle up, Kory doesn’t sugar coat anything.

Chaos. Challenges. Betrayals.

If you’re in law enforcement—or any high-risk, high-stress career—you know they’re not if, they’re when.

What can you do? The simple answer – don’t go it alone.

In our latest Warrior Servant Leader Podcast, I sit down with Kelly Smith—a man who’s walked through storms most people couldn’t imagine.

USMC veteran. Retired police executive. Husband. Father. Grandfather. Betrayed by some of his closest associates in law enforcement, including in the FBI and DOJ… and yet, his faith never broke.

Kelly talks about the pull toward revenge, the weight of anxiety, the sting of betrayal—and why forgiveness was the only way forward. His anchor? Faith and trust in God.

You need to hear why we titled this one: “Let Judas Walk.”

In today's world of AI, quick fixes, animosity, news cycles and division we don't need superheroes. Superheroes are for kids and adults who want to have a break from reality.

Besides, every superhero has to live a hidden life, fearing someone will find their imaginary weakness - kryptonite or whatever. That is no way to live.

No what we need is ordinary people, with ordinary lives, doing ordinary things with extra-ordinary impact.

We need people who will stand up, show up and defend what they believe. Warriors.

We need people who will put the wants and needs of others before their own. Servants.

We need people who influence and impact the lives of others they meet, every day, everywhere. Leaders.

You aren't a superhero if you do these things. Quite frankly, you are a Saint. We need more Saints.

And I believe in Saints.

Learn more about these insights and what you can do in today's episode of The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast.

In this powerful upcoming episode, Jeff shares his journey:

🪖 Airborne

🪖 Ranger Tab

🪖 Special Forces Green Beret

🪖 Elite Delta Operator

But it’s not just about accolades—it’s about authentic heroism in a time when our culture is starving for real leadership. Jeff opens up about sacrifice, humility, and what it means to serve others before self.

🔥 This is not just a military story.

It’s a wake-up call for every leader, father, citizen, and warrior.

🎧 Full episode drops today. Follow the Warrior Servant Leader Podcast to be the first to hear it.

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Across America, police departments are in crisis:

❌ Record-low recruitment numbers

❌ Skyrocketing resignations and early retirements

❌ Declining standards and rising public distrust

In this episode of The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast, I expose the painful truth:

👎 Weak leadership is driving the talent drain.

✅ Real leadership can reverse the trend.

We don’t need more reactive policies.

We need bold, servant-minded, warrior-grade leaders who can recruit, retain, and revive the future of policing.

💬 Drop a comment. Share with someone who needs to hear this.

#PoliceRecruitment #LeadershipCrisis #LawEnforcementHiring #FirstResponderLeadership #ServantLeadership #WarriorServantLeader #PublicSafetyCareers #RecruitmentStrategies #PoliceLeadership #LawEnforcementTraining #ThinBlueLine

💛 COMPASSION can save you.

In today's episode of The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast, we’re getting real about emotional survival for leaders, first responders, caregivers—and anyone who carries the weight of other people’s pain.

🎙️ Title: Burnout Begins with Empathy: Why Compassion is the Cure

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by what you see, hear, and feel in your work…

This episode is for you.

🔥 Don’t miss it.

📅 New episodes drop every Tuesday

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We’ll explore:

The shocking truth about police training.

Unlocking untapped potential in LE.

How to stand as a shield between chaos and order.

Crushing obstacles with the power of humility.

You will discover some key lessons learned and walk away inspired and energized to do more, be  more and accomplish more than you thought possible. 

So catch the full episode, and all our past episodes here

https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com

And if you want to learn more about being a Warrior, Servant, Leader in a one-on-one setting; need a Keynote Speaker for an event or want to bring WSL training to your agency or business team, get on my calendar and schedule a FREE 30 minute consultation:

https://calendly.com/pjwelshllc/consultation?month=2025-07

Until next TACO Tuesday, keep doing the right things, at the right time, the right way and for the right reasons!

But that is what our world is craving. We desperately want and need bold WSL – in our homes, communities, work places, government, churches – in every aspect of our lives we need boldness.

Why? Our survival depends on it. Our physical, spiritual and emotional survival requires boldness.

Today on TACO Tuesday we will dive into living boldly. So buckle up!

Being a good listener is probably the hardest task I have and continue to struggle with. I’m a talker – 100% Irish and born with the gift of gab! I’m also a trained litigator and adjunct professor – lots of talking involved there! Listening is difficult for me.  

Ever feel like telling someone to STFU?.......Do you ever take time to sit quietly and listen?

Today we are going to dive in on why we need to be better active listeners. You might be surprised why.

Be sure to download this episode and catch all our episodes at 

thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com

Leave your us your comments and reviews on your favorite podcast platform, and join our community of WSL on our LinkedIn WSL Newsletter at Pat Welsh, JD.

Until next TACO Tuesday, remember to always strive to do the Right thing, at the Right Time, the Right Way and for the Right Reasons!

Well you are not alone and today we are going to share some insights on growing right where you are planted or have been transplanted.

We can’t treat people on a daily basis based on how we feel that day. 

We also can’t suppress our feelings and emotions and just suck it up buttercup.

I saw this quote by Stephen Covey a few days ago:

“Always treat your employees exactly as you want them to treat your best customers.”

My 1st thought….how do you want your employees to treat your worst customers, when you are having a bad day?

Take cops…who are our best customers? How do we treat people on our worst day?

How about in family lives? Our faith lives? If we let how we feel rule how we act, we are in for some really rough times. Sometimes we need to learn how to control or manage our feelings before they drag us down into the depths of depression or despair.

In LE, many labels are attached to the job called Police Officer – some not so nice. Law Enforcer. Protector. Cop. Pig. Problem Solver. Servant. Social Worker. Warrior. Guardian. Sheepdog. Seems everyone has their idea of how to describe, label, in one or two words what makes a police officer a police officer.

Why is Warrior such a bad word in these discussions?

Should we even be labeling ourselves as a Warrior, Guardian or Sheepdog? Why not just stick with Police Officer?

Me? I will always pick Warrior any day of the week – at work, home and in my faith life.

Today we will dive into why Warrior is not a bad word - join us!

Do you hate testifying in court? I can understand why. Defense attorneys are mostly the south end of a north bound horse. Testifying is the worst kind of public speaking – especially if you aren’t trained in how to testify.

You feel like you are wasting your time, with an unprepared prosecutor, while you waste your time off sitting in the hallway waiting to testify. Well, it doesn’t have to be that way. It can actually be fun, if you know how to survive verbal combat in the courtroom.

You know street survival. Now learn about Courtroom Survival in today’s episode of The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast, TACO Tuesday series- Take Action Crush Obstacles!

Be sure to download all our past episodes, give us a review and comment and let’s grow this WSL community together.

How many times have you been basically told to STFU and stay in your own lane? How many times have you communicated that very message to somebody else?

Today's episode takes a deeper look at shooting from the lip, including when you are actually being complimented for a job well done.

take a listen, like, comment, give us a review and share with your circle of influence..

Remember, as a Warrior, Servant, Leader we strive to do the right thing, at the right time for the right reasons.

Sometimes it is not your job. Some days your job is simply to get the loaves of bread and fish and give them to the person whose job is to multiply them to feed the 5,000.

learn more in today's episode of TACO Tuesday!

“Success” is overrated. It can be given or taken away in the blink of an eye. One day you are the national hero, the next you are being vilified as a nazi – just ask Elon Musk. One day you are the record holder in your sport, the next you are a disgrace because you were accused of betting on your own sport.

So what is more important than being successful? Being a person of influence and impact in the lives of other people. Today’s short episode takes a look into what I mean. Gives us your feedback and reviews, share and subscribe to The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast Newsletter on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/pat-welsh-jd-82b79490/

What we do know he said he would not believe unless he came face to face with Jesus and put his fingers in the nail wounds and his hand into the His side.

How often are we like Thomas and doubt others, ourselves, our circumstances our options to cast away our doubts? Do we pull a Thomas and demand proof - even if it is actually good news? Do we say, screw it and walk away?

Today was a really tough day and I came to some clarity on the matter.

Download the latest episode and learn my surprising insights. And please leave your comments, a review and share it with someone you think just might need to hear this short message today.

Stay safe and be a Warrior, Servant, Leader today and everyday!

Love you all,

Pat

You are not alone!. Today's episode jumps in to the deep end and begins the conversation of what obstacles are you facing and how to start the process of crushing them.

This is a journey, one that doesn't end until you take your last breath. Get off the lazy river raft and start living the life you have only been dreaming about.

It’s Time Law Enforcement Got Revolutionary!

Been there and even sometimes regress back there. There is hope. Even though at times you just want to curl up, be left alone and retire on duty – you can bounce back and have success and satisfaction on the job, at home, in your faith life and community life.

It won’t be perfect and it won’t be easy. I remember in mt 26 year career in law enforcement, I had 5 Chiefs and several acting Chiefs. Each seemed to boat rockers at times and morale of the rank and file was on a constant roller coaster ride.

In today’s episode of The Warrior Servant Leader Podcast, TACO Tuesday (Take Action Crush Obstacles) we take a deeper look into why this happens and what you can do about it – personally and professionally. It really comes down to 3 main concepts.

So, check out today’s episode, learn more, leave a comment and a review, then share with those who are in the same boat as you. Thanks and take action, crush obstacles today!

Today we explore the big question - what is my purpose in life?

Buckle up! You will be a bit surprised at my answer.

We all have a Life Sentence - and I don't mean prison time. Join us and learn what it means to tell your story and to know your life sentence.

Today I share a few of the worst bits of advice I ever got. Give you a hint - I think everyone of us was brought up getting the same bad advice. Buckle up, this is going to go quickly.

It took me 5 long years of being angry to learn this difficult lesson. Buckle up, it was a gut punch.

It's a Tough Love message to law enforcement, the media, the public and others. It's a gut punch, and kids should not be listening.