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You landed the leadership role you thought you wanted, but now you’re questioning everything. In this week’s episode of the Launch Point Leader Podcast, hosts Lori May and Beau Noblitt respond to a letter from a listener who’s struggling with the reality of being a manager. The title sounded exciting at first, but the day-to-day? It’s leaving them unfulfilled and second-guessing whether leadership is the right path.

Lori and Beau unpack the emotional weight of leadership regret and offer practical ways to evaluate your role, reset expectations, and re-engage with purpose. Whether you’re new to management or simply in a season of doubt, this episode brings clarity, encouragement, and honest perspective about what real leadership looks like when it gets hard.

✅ The difference between responsibility vs. requirement and how it reshapes your role

✅ Why stepping down isn’t a failure, and sometimes the strongest move is a pause

✅ How to reconnect with your “why” when leadership feels heavier than expected

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How do you respond when one of your top performers starts showing signs they might be ready to move on? In this episode of the Launch Point Leader Podcast, hosts Lori May and Beau Noblitt answer a letter from a listener who's noticing the subtle signals, like LinkedIn updates and offhand comments that suggest a key team member could be looking elsewhere.

They break down what high-achieving employees need most to stay engaged and explain why performance, recognition, and career growth are deeply linked. This episode is packed with honest insight about how to handle retention conversations, how to assess your leadership blind spots, and when to let someone go for the good of the team.

✅ Why your lowest accepted standard sets the tone for high performers

✅ How to proactively support growth and uncover what your top talent actually wants

✅ When to stop negotiating and trust your team to rise up if someone leaves

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Can you lead others if you’re not growing yourself? In this episode of the Launch Point Leader Podcast, host Lori May sits down with Ginny Anne Pinson, a future Chick-fil-A operator who shares her real-time leadership journey, from joining the team during the height of the pandemic to discovering what it means to lead with consistency, humility, and vision.

Ginny Anne opens up about what kept her at Chick-fil-A beyond the pivot of 2020, how she built her “why” through everyday impact, and what leadership lessons stuck with her the most. From running a flower-filled childhood home to preparing to run a future restaurant, her story is all about honoring the legacy you inherit while building one of your own.

✅ Why leadership starts with growing yourself first

✅ How to create standards that protect your peace and elevate your team

✅ The truth behind this mindset: “The grass is greener where you grow it”

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What drives someone to leave a decade in retail and H.R. to pursue franchise ownership? In this episode, host Lori May sits down with Jeremy Riess, VP of Operations at Chick-fil-A Murfreesboro, to talk about his journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship and how he’s using his leadership to build people, not just business.

Jeremy shares how his childhood side hustle and passion for impact evolved into a long-term goal of becoming a Chick-fil-A owner-operator. With refreshing honesty, he discusses what it’s really like to start over, learn from 15-year-old team members, and build a culture where every “little thing” makes a big difference.

✅ Why grit, humility, and long-term vision matter in leadership

✅ How Chick-fil-A’s culture reshaped Jeremy’s understanding of impact

✅ The “balloon moment” that reminded him why small acts of care go far

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What does it take to become a Chick-fil-A owner-operator? In this episode, Lori May sits down with Chase Struewing, a future business owner currently on the path to franchise ownership.

Chase shares how he pivoted from a career in finance and consulting to the world of restaurant operations, what he’s learned about leadership, and why having a strong ‘why’ is critical for long-term success. If you’ve ever thought about owning a business or you’re looking for motivation to stay the course, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

✅ How Chase went from corporate consulting to hands-on business leadership

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Your job used to excite you. Now, it just feels heavy. What changed?

In this episode, Lori May and Beau Noblitt respond to Passion Paradox, a listener who once loved their work but now feels drained by it. Tasks that were once effortless now feel overwhelming, and they’re unsure how to separate passion from pressure.

Lori and Beau break down how to recognize burnout, reconnect with your purpose, and rediscover the spark that made you love your job in the first place.

✅ Why your mindset about work matters more than you think

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Are you leading your team, keeping projects on track, and handling responsibilities beyond your job description without the title to match? You’re not alone. In this episode, Lori May and Beau Noblitt respond to a letter from Leading in Limbo, a listener who’s stepping up in their role but isn’t sure how to gain recognition without seeming like they’re just chasing a promotion.

Lori and Beau break down how to lead effectively from where you are, position yourself for growth, and have the right conversation with leadership, without overstepping or waiting for someone to notice.

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Ever feel like you're constantly cleaning up after a coworker who oversteps and rushes ahead without thinking? In this episode, Lori May and Beau Noblitt respond to a letter from Tired of Tidying, who’s stuck smoothing things over and fixing mistakes, but doesn't want to create workplace conflict.

Lori and Beau break down how to set boundaries, hold coworkers accountable, and stop feeling responsible for their missteps. Plus, Beau has one piece of no-nonsense advice: “Stop it.”

✅ The importance of clear, written agreements in workplace dynamics

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Struggling to break into a new community? Whether you're new in town or trying to establish business connections, it can feel like there’s an invisible barrier. In this episode, Lori May and Beau Noblitt answer a listener’s letter about making meaningful connections, building trust, and integrating into a local network. Learn actionable strategies, from the power of a handwritten note to the "P Plan" (Purpose, Players, Plan, Play, and Personal Notes), so you can go from feeling like an outsider to becoming a recognized leader.

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In this episode of Launch Point Leader, Lori welcomes Katie Coleman from Spearhead Consulting Group to share her entrepreneurial journey. From navigating a male-dominated tech industry to launching her own business during the pandemic, Katie discusses how she overcame imposter syndrome, empowered female entrepreneurs, and turned her vision into action. Learn how to tackle fear, find your mission, and build a business that truly aligns with your passions.

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"92% of people who have a business idea never do anything about it, which is crazy to me." - Katie C

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