Life & Leadership Connected Podcast

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Welcome to Life & Leadership Connected—a podcast about living and leading with purpose, clarity, and impact.
Today’s episode is one I truly enjoyed recording. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Danny Brassell, an internationally recognized speaker, author, trainer, and storytelling expert.
Danny has spent decades helping people—from classrooms to corporate stages—rediscover the joy of learning, the power of story, and the importance of authentic leadership.
In our conversation, Danny shares his personal journey from journalism to teaching to becoming a globally sought-after speaker. We explore why storytelling is more powerful than statistics, how to lead with humor and heart, and how routines and self-discipline form the foundation of lasting influence.
We also talk about legacy—what it really means to serve others, and why your failures, not just your successes, are the keys to building connection and trust.
Whether you’re a young professional finding your voice, or a leader trying to grow in influence and impact, this episode will give you practical wisdom and fresh inspiration.
So grab a notebook—or just lean in—and enjoy this rich and joyful conversation with Dr. Danny Brassell.

To learn more from Dr. Danny Brassell, connect with him on social media:
🔗 Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram

🎁 Grab the free resource Danny shared – the Well-Crafted Story Guide – right here:
👉 https://wellcraftedstoryworkshop.com/workshop

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👣 And as always—We empower your journey.

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What happens when you combine humor, heart, and decades of wisdom from the classroom and the stage?
In this episode of Life & Leadership Connected, I sit down with Dr. Danny Brassell, speaker, author, and storytelling expert, who believes that facts tell—but stories sell.
We talk about the power of reading, the importance of coaching, and how sharing your failures might just be your greatest leadership tool.
If you're ready to grow your voice, lead with joy, and leave a legacy that matters—this one’s for you.

To learn more from Dr. Danny Brassell, connect with him on social media:
🔗 Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram

🎁 Grab the free resource Danny shared – the Well-Crafted Story Guide – right here:
👉 https://wellcraftedstoryworkshop.com/workshop

If this episode spoke to you—or if you know someone who needs this message—share it forward. Whether it’s a teammate, employee, or friend, you can point them to:
🌐 https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/7bab630d

👣 And as always—We empower your journey.

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In this episode of the Life Leadership Connected podcast, host David Dahlen D’Cruz interviews Alan Lazaros, a business coach and founder of Next Level University. They discuss the intersection of life and leadership, exploring themes of personal growth, trauma, purpose, and the importance of physical and mental health. Alan shares his transformative journey from a successful corporate career to a fulfilling life dedicated to helping others unlock their potential. The conversation emphasizes the significance of personal responsibility, the challenges of self-improvement, and the balance between achieving goals and maintaining personal well-being.

Here are some topics that we talk about in this episode:
- Coaching can initiate a transformative journey.
- Leadership requires physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual development.
- Trauma can shape our paths and motivations.
- Purpose evolves from proving worth to reaching potential.
- Self-improvement is a continuous journey.
- Physical health is foundational to personal success.
- Arrogance can hinder self-improvement efforts.
- Balance in life is unique to individual goals.
- Personal responsibility is crucial for change.
- Helping others unlock their potential is deeply fulfilling.

Here are the Time stamps for different topics:
00:00
Introduction and Background of Alan Lazaros
08:54
Alan's Life-Changing Experiences
11:36
The Journey to Self-Improvement
17:52
Understanding Purpose and Motivation
26:08
Leadership Lessons Learned
32:05
The Importance of Physical and Mental Health
36:02
Common Pitfalls in Self-Improvement
39:45
Personal Responsibility and Final Thoughts

You can learn more from Alan Lazaros here: 
https://www.nextleveluniverse.com

You can contact Alan Lazaros here:
www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
www.instagram.com/alazaros88
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc

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In this episode of Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, I am thrilled to have Mark Collins as a guest. He is a Business and Life Coach, Pastor, Author, and Speaker with a passion for helping people break through fear, self-doubt, and uncertainty to live the life they were created for.

Unlocking Unstoppable Confidence Mark specializes in guiding people to overcome Fear, Imposter Syndrome, and Stress, helping them unleash the hero inside and develop unstoppable confidence. With over 15 years of experience in mentoring and coaching, he has empowered 500+ motivated Christians to step into their calling with courage and clarity. Founder of Freedom for Life Mark is the visionary behind Freedom-for-Life.net, an online platform designed to equip individuals with transformational tools and courses to accelerate their personal and spiritual growth. His Life Mastery Program provides biblically based mastery practices to help Christians maximize their impact in every area of life—not just dream about it, but truly live it. Author and Speaker He is the author of Life Mastery: Living Life by Design, Not by Default, a practical guide to mastering life’s frameworks, and has been invited to speak at marriage conferences, Christian leadership events, and Sunday services. As Associate Pastor at Authentic Community Church since 2019, Mark has been in ministry for over 20 years, dedicated to strengthening faith and leadership. Living with Purpose Mark’s mission is to empower people to move beyond their limitations and step into the bold, faith-filled life they were created for. He lives with his family in Lake Elsinore, California, USA, where he continues to inspire and transform lives.

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In this episode of the Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, we are excited to welcome Ken Attard, the dynamic founder of Mindset Malta and a highly sought-after Mindset Consultant who specializes in empowering frustrated entrepreneurs to achieve the results they desire. A Proven Expert in Mindset Transformation. With over 20 years in the corporate world and 15 years of consulting experience, Ken draws from his extensive background as a mindset consultant, entrepreneur, father, and human being to create transformative results for his clients. His greatest passion? Helping entrepreneurs shift their mindset to unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. Creator of the ARC Method Ken’s signature ARC Method provides a practical framework for frustrated entrepreneurs to adapt and pivot their businesses, enabling them to free up more time – guaranteed. He believes that mindset is the foundation for sustainable success and teaches this through his free Mindset Awareness Program, “The Mindset Choice – The Choice that Changes Everything.” Author and Speaker Ken is the author of the Consumer Educational Guide, “How to Step into the Magic of the Successful Entrepreneur Now”, and a co-author of the international bestseller, “Making Waves.” As a dynamic keynote speaker, he captivates audiences with actionable insights and has been featured on local television and over 20 podcasts, sharing his expertise in mindset transformation. A Vision for Entrepreneurs Ken’s work centers on helping entrepreneurs move past frustration and stagnation, equipping them with tools to create a business and life they truly love. His unique blend of practical strategies and mindset mastery ensures lasting change and measurable success.To Learn more about Ken go to: Growth4entrepreneurs.com OR https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-attard-00a5a4173/ Also, https://www.facebook.com/MindsetMalta To learn more about this podcast, go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.com

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In the upcoming episode of Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Laura Berman Fortgang, a trailblazer in career and business coaching with over 25 years of experience and tens of thousands of coaching hours under her belt. Asa renowned Coach and Influencer Laura has worked with some of the world’s leading organizations, including McDonald’s, Burger King, Johnson & Johnson, Eli Lilly, Novartis, NASA, The World Bank, and the Army Corps of Engineers, showcasing her ability to inspire and empower both corporate and public sectors. As one of the first professionally trained coaches in the U.S., she helped shape the coaching industry by contributing to the establishment of the International Coach Federation (ICF). Today, she leads Intercoach, Inc./Now What Coaching, offering a transformative approach to career clarity and personal growth. Bestselling Author and Speaker Laura is the author of six bestselling books, translated into 13 languages, including: Take Yourself to the Top – A Reuters bestseller. Now What? 90 Days to a New Life Direction. The Prosperity Plan. The Little Book on Meaning. Living Your Best Life. Her wisdom has reached millions through TEDx talks, where her keynote garnered over 2 million views, and appearances on Oprah and national morning shows. From Broadway to Breakthroughs Laura’s journey is as inspiring as her achievements. She began as a Broadway musical theatre star but faced uncertainty and depression when her dreams felt out of reach. By changing her mindset, she rebuilt her life and went from “rags to riches” to inspire others to transform their own paths. A Life of Purpose Laura’s work centers on helping individuals find clarity in their careers and mentoring coaches to build impactful practices. Her clients value her holistic approach, blending strategy with deep emotional insight. Personal Life Based in New Jersey, Laura is a proud wife of 27 years, a mother of three children, and a vibrant example of living with purpose and passion.To Learn more about Lauta go to: www.laurabermanfortgang.comOR https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurabermanfortgang/https://nowwhatcoaching.com Laura has a Quick Guide to Clarity. You find it here to download: https://nowwhatcoaching.com/the-five-step-quick-guide-to-clarityOur Five-Step Quick Guide to Clarity To learn more about this podcast go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.com/To download the mentioned Guide "Unlock the Overlooked Path to Fulfillment: The ONE Thing Blocking Your Purpose (and How to Remove It"), go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/e39f3007

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In Episode 15 of my podcast Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, I interview Nicole Bradford. She is an Education Expert, with 25 years of experience in the field of education; (She has worked as a Professor, President of Student services, Teacher, and To learn more about Nicole, go to www.maintaintheflame.net OR on Facebook: Maintain Theflame OR on Instagram: maintaintheflame The acronym Nicole mentions in the podcast is: M - Mindset A - Action I - Intentional N - Nurture T - Time A - Authentic I - Integrity N - Non-Negotiablesassistant Campus Principal) She is the Author of two books: ”1 Step is All it takes”, ”My soul is not for sale”. She is an Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Founder of the company ”Maintain the Flame” She has a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the Grambling State University. She also has a Doctor of Education Degree from Texas Southern University She loves to help others find their Purpose in life, especially women to help them live ”audaciously authentic lives”. ”Her purpose in life is to ignite change” She has three children and lives with her family in Fort Worth, Texas.To learn more about this podcast go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.com/To download the mentioned Guide "Unlock the Overlooked Path to Fulfillment: The ONE Thing Blocking Your Purpose (and How to Remove It"), go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/e39f3007

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In Episode 14 of my podcast Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, I interview Luissa Kiprono. She is a World Gateway Perinatal Consultant, a women's physician with the specialty TeleMed, Maternal & Fetal Medicine. Her various degrees are MBS, MBA, DO, and FACOG. Within the same profession, she is also a healer of souls; she is a Trauma Survivor.She is an Entrepreneur, Executive Leader, and Founder and CEO of the company Dr. Luisa K Foundation.She is a Bestselling Author with the book "Push then Breath". She is a Life Coach, Empowerment Coach, and an International Motivational Speaker. She lives with her family in San Antonio, Texas in US.To learn more about Luissa, you can go here:https://drluissak.com/

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To learn more about this podcast go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.com/To download the mentioned Guide "Unlock the Overlooked Path to Fulfillment: The ONE Thing Blocking Your Purpose (and How to Remove It"), go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/e39f3007

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In Episode 13 of my podcast Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, I interview Evan Tzivanaki. He is an Award Winning Accredited Executive Coach. He is a Dedicated Corporate Trainer, Learning Development Manager, and Management Consultant.He is the author of the Thought-Provoking book "Leading in VUCA Times".He specializes in helping executives develop the skills and strategies they need to succeed.He has managed more than 500 employees across 8 countries and led companies to expand across the Asia Pacific region.His work has been featured in numerous articles, videos, and podcasts such as Ivy Exec, Marketing Asia, The Coach Foundation, Finance Feed, CEO Secrets for Executive Strategy, SalesForce, and EU Business School. He is a business enthusiast and serves as a University Adjunct Lecturer at EU Business School where he teach business graduates.He lives in Hamburg, Germany.

To learn more about Evan, visit his LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evantzivanakis-leadershipdevelopment/To learn more about this podcast go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.com/To download the mentioned Guide "Unlock the Overlooked Path to Fulfillment: The ONE Thing Blocking Your Purpose (and How to Remove It"), go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/e39f3007

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In Episode 12 of my podcast Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, I interview Ruth Easterling.  She is an Executive Director of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team!She is a powerful motivational speaker, a leadership trainer, and coach & she is certified to facilitate, speak, train, and coach individuals and groups in the areas of leadership development, professional skills, and personal growth.She has been a pastor for over 15 years, and in leadership positions for over 30 years.She has a desire to help leaders step into their leadership role with confidence.She has a passion for helping people find their Purpose, which is also seen in her company name: "On Purpose L3".She has a husband and three daughters, 20, 18, and 16 years old.She lives in South Seattle, Washington, USA.

To learn more about Ruth, go to www.onplthree.com or www.onpl3.comTo learn more about this podcast go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.com/To download the E-Book mentioned "Activate Your Inner Champion: A Self-Reflective guide for Aspiring Leaders" go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/2d4c597f

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