In this heartfelt and deeply meaningful wisdom conversation, I sit down with Kathleen Walker—a trusted friend of more than 25 years, a respected leadership consultant, an entrepreneur and one of the most compassionate people I know.

Kathleen works with leaders, teams, and organizations to strengthen communication, clarity, and performance. But beyond her professional expertise, Kathleen brings a rare blend of empathy, insight, and lived wisdom that has shaped countless lives—including mine. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, look inward, and lead differently.

Lead With Love – Leadership, Relationships & the Choice That Changes Everything

We explore Kathleen's powerful "main thing" wisdom—lead with love—and how it applies in both leadership and personal life. From hiring and workplace communication to parenting, grief, friendship, and everyday relationships, Kathleen reveals how love can become a conscious, transformative choice instead of a reaction driven by fear or frustration.

You'll be moved by stories of her father's influence, her journey as a leader and mother, and the simple daily practices that help her choose love again and again. This conversation is filled with encouragement, perspective, and practical insight you can apply immediately.

What You'll Learn from Our Wisdom Conversation

• How love transforms leadership, feedback, and workplace culture
• The difference between reacting in fear and responding in love
• How relationships directly shape fulfillment, health, and longevity

A Bit More About Our Wise Guest

Kathleen Walker is the cofounder of Epiphany Consulting, a leadership and assessment firm serving individuals, teams, and organizations. Her professional background spans telecommunications, transportation, healthcare, law, and personal services. She specializes in communication, leadership alignment, hiring, and personal development.

Kathleen is a South Charleston native, a devoted wife and mother of two daughters, and a lifelong encourager. She joins us from Charleston, West Virginia.

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Episode Chapters

[00:02:45] - Why hiring & onboarding are frustrating; Kathleen's keys to success

[00:04:48] - Kathleen's elevator pitch; why she loves what she does

[00:05:21] - Understanding our communication styles; generational differences

[00:06:15] - What she wanted to be when she grew up

[00:07:05] - Assessments: key to understanding ourselves and personal impact

[00:08:10] - One morning at the bagel shop; how Kathleen & Skip are connected

[00:09:37] - Inviting you to support our mission of delivering wisdom to the world

[00:10:40] - Kathleen reveals her Main Thing

[00:11:11] - The impact of a mentor - Kathleen's father; wisdom + love in action

[00:13:30] - Humanity; three things every human needs (and craves)

[00:15:20] - Choosing love over fear

[00:18:40] - Seasons of life, friendships and community

[00:20:11] - Kathleen shares a parting thought; the butterfly effect

[00:22:45] - Skip's final reflection on Kathleen's wisdom lesson