Leaders come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes they have the corner office, sit in a trusted seat on a board, or make decisions that influence thousands.

But you'll also find incredibly effective leaders at home, in schools, and among friends.

Leadership guru, John Maxwell, said that "Everyone is a leader, because everyone influences someone else."

So whether you've got a nameplate on your desk, or your wiping snotty noses at home, your leadership—your influence—is key. Today, we're going to talk about how we can become better and more effective leaders with one of the most effective leadership coaches around, Dr. Doug Howe.

Doug has been a trusted advisor to companies and leaders in business, non-profits, education, and government for over three decades. He's worked with clients like Procter & Gamble and Duke Energy, had advisory meetings with government leadership including President George W. Bush, and founded the Insignia Foundation, a nationwide non-profit helping leaders overcome the past, grow toward the future, and become better versions of themselves.

With experience as a business owner, social entrepreneur, non-profit director and pastor, Doug's wisdom around leadership has come from being on the front-lines. He's going to help us all improve, no matter where we're leading and influencing. Brief legal disclaimer: This podcast is intended for informational purposes only. The ideas and opinions on this episode do not constitute tax, legal or investment advice. Listeners should seek the input of their own tax, legal, and financial planning professionals before acting on any of the information provided. Any speaker on this podcast expresses ideas that are subjective to the time of the recording, and are subject to change without notice, and are not always indicative of the opinions of the underwriters of this show. This episode should not replace the diligence of a full financial plan with a financial planning professional that can take your specific situation into account.