Welcome to my latest leadership insight episode! In this empowering session, we delve into the pivotal role of a coach and leader in shaping a culture of accountability and capability within their teams.

Accountability Free from Shame, Blame, or Guilt

Hi, and welcome to Listening to Leaders.  In case you’re new here, In case you’re new here, Listening to Leaders is a podcast for Leaders, by Leaders, about Leaders.  But not just any kind of leader! We’re talking all things whole-hearted leadership.  We want to know what it actually takes for leaders to develop their emotional intelligence.  We are obsessed with leaders who are interested in their people as whole humans.  We want to hear from leaders who are out to make a real difference in the world- socially, environmentally and more! 

My name is Nathan Herrington, I am a professional leadership trainer and executive coach, and I’m the owner and founder of Nathan Herrington Coaching.  In episode #12, I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation with Ashley and Terry Williams.

Terry and Ashley “Bird” Williams are college sweethearts, parents to three wonderful kids, and serial entrepreneurs based in Houston, TX. Terry’s background is strength & conditioning and he’s coached all levels from day one beginners to world champion pro athletes. Ashley’s background is business and she’s worked on huge deals on Wall Street as an investment banker. They now operate in tandem, marrying fitness and business. Together, they co-founded The League, a unique gym franchise offering reps for physical fitness and specialized programming for mental and emotional wellness.

You’ll hear in the episode that they were working on an expansion project, and at the time of recording, they couldn‘t say exactly where it was going to be.  Since then, the have officially announced that their second location is going to be in AUstin, specifically in the Cedar Park area.  So that’s super exciting. 

Ashley and Terry really are extraordinary leaders and extraordinary humans.  We talked all about the joys and challenges of being led by their top core value of “Loving People well”.  These guys are the REAL DEAL, y’all.  They’re taking the notion of “people over profits” to the next level.  They are going for a profound kind of connection with their team and their community that allows for a real deal transformation in the lives everyone they touch.  Listen to the episode and you’ll see what I’m talking about!

Bird Williams https://www.birdwilliams.com/

IG: @Terrythetrainer @Ashleymonee

In this episode of Listening (to) Leaders, I explore the deeper meaning and implications of the phrase “Being Up to Something”. We explore this familiar term as a powerful catalyst for inspired action and personal transformation. 

This episode is not just an exploration but an access to transformation, offering a pathway to align actions with genuine desires and commitments. Join me in this enriching inquiry that promises to transcend the ordinary, offering a lens to perceive the hidden layers of our existence, ultimately guiding us towards an intentional and purposeful life.

Check out my free downloadable workbook on the 5 Keys to Mission-Driven Leadership, with valuable insights and thought-provoking questions to take your leadership journey to the next level.  https://nathan-herrington.mykajabi.com/opt-in

Join me for my one-day transformational workshop called “Mission Driven Leadership”, an immersive experience designed for leaders who want to live and lead with more purpose and inspiration. Click this link to register:

https://bit.ly/MissionDrivenLeadershipRegistration

Welcome to Listening to Leaders!  I’m so excited to bring you a new format for my podcast.  I am going to continue to bring you powerful leaders from different backgrounds once a month.  Also once a month, I’ll be bringing you some of my favorite leadership coaching topics.  These will be different types of themes that come up with my clients that I hope will be useful to you!

In case you’re new here, Listening to Leaders is a podcast for Leaders, by Leaders, about Leaders.  But not just any kind of leader! We’re talking all things whole-hearted leadership.  We want to know what it actually takes for leaders to develop their emotional intelligence.  We are obsessed with leaders who are interested in their people as whole humans.  We want to hear from leaders who are out to make a real difference in the world- socially, environmentally and more! 

So for today's episode, we're going to be diving deep into an essential quality of leadership, a practice that's often overlooked. I’m talking about forgiveness. Check out the episode to find out why this is such an essential practice for leaders!

Also, check out my upcoming workshop called "Mission Driven Leadership" taking place live in Houston on October 21. Click here to get more info. Or if you'd like to attend a free intro on Zoom, click here.

Listening (to) Leaders is a podcast for Leaders, by Leaders, about Leaders.  But not just any kind of leader! We’re talking all things whole-hearted leadership.  We want to know what it actually takes for leaders to develop their emotional intelligence.  We are obsessed with leaders who are interested in their people as whole humans.  We want to hear from leaders who are out to make a real difference in the world- socially, environmentally and more! 

My name is Nathan Herrington, I am a professional leadership trainer and executive coach, and I’m the owner and founder of Nathan Herrington Coaching.  Checkout https://bit.ly/MissionDrivenLeadershipRegistration for more information on my upcoming workshop called “Mission Driven Leadership”. 

In episode #9, I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation with Jevon Wooden.

Jevon is a dynamic business growth strategist, coach, speaker, author, podcast host, and Bronze Star Recipient who is passionate about leadership, business strategy, effective communication, marketing, technology,  and helping motivated individuals and businesses achieve their goals.  He is the owner of Bright Mind Consulting and is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Business Administration at the University of Houston.

Wooden's remarkable business growth and personal development ideas have been featured in top publications such as Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Foundr, Forbes, and Verizon.  Whether you are looking to scale your business, build your brand, or navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, Wooden is here to provide the support, insight, and expertise you need to achieve your dreams.

You can find Jevon on LinkedIn or by going to his company’s website https://brightmindconsultinggroup.com.

New Episodes brought to you on (or around) the 15th of every month, featuring leaders from a wide variety of industries and backgrounds. The one thing they all have in common is a commitment to whole-hearted leadership. We want to know what it actually takes for leaders to develop their emotional intelligence.  We are obsessed with leaders who are interested in their people as whole humans.  We want to hear from leaders who are out to make a real difference in the world- socially, environmentally and more! 

In episode #8, I'm honored to bring you a conversation with Austin Davis Ruiz.

Currently, Austin works as the Community Engagement Manager for Harris County Precinct 4, leading a team that fosters community development and executes the vision of Commissioner Lesley Briones. He extends his advocacy work as the President of the Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus, the South's oldest, non-partisan LGBTQ+ civil rights organization. A proud Houston native, Austin holds a double major in Theater Studies and Public Policy Studies from Duke. His career path includes significant roles at Young Audiences of Houston and the Montrose Center.

We covered a lot of ground in this conversation. I was so touched by Austin’s extraordinary generosity and vulnerability in the conversation. As you'll hear later in the episode, Austin really opens up about his mental health journey , and the significant role that therapy has played in his personal growth and capacity to serve. Thus, R&R in this context doesn’t mean Rest and Relaxation but rather, Rest and REFLECTION.  We explore the importance of granting oneself grace and space, the challenges of seeking therapy, the real possibility for emotional healing, and how these experiences can ultimately enhance our capacity for listening and kindness.  

Please enjoy my conversation with Austin Davis Ruis.

New episodes on the 15th of every month!

We’re talking all things whole-hearted leadership.  We want to know what it actually takes for leaders to develop their emotional intelligence.  We are obsessed with leaders who are interested in their people as whole humans.  We want to hear from leaders who are out to make a real difference in the world- socially, environmentally and more!  

People are no longer tolerating the status quo from the people they choose to follow.  This podcast is about what it takes to become the new type of leader the world is demanding.

Each episode we’ll bring you different leaders with different backgrounds and experience to share their wisdom, failures and strength.  Get ready to get real though!  This unique type of leadership can get messy.  But for these leaders, that’s a GOOD thing! Listen in and find out how vulnerability, courage and a profound commitment are the key ingredients to making the kind of difference you want your vision to make in the world!

In episode #7, I'm excited to introduce Carissa Joy.

Carissa is the co-founder of an incredible company called “Post Joy”, which we’ll tell you all about in the second half of the episode.  She is a badass event planner with two decades of experience. Her expertise in creating memorable events is unmatched, and it's been a passion of hers from an early age, when she would plan impromptu play-weddings for the neighborhood kids in her hometown of Rosenberg, Texas.

After earning her degree in Mass Communications and Public Relations from Southwest Texas State University, Carissa's career led her to work with Destination Management Companies. Eventually, she decided to pave her own way and founded CJoy Events, LLC, where her creativity and energy translated into unique, JOYous experiences.

Today, as the Chief Joy Officer at Forefront Networks as well as a program Leader for Landmark Worldwide, a global training and development company, she's known for bringing the MOST FUN to all of the people and projects she leads.  You’ll get to hear all about the huge impact that can have as a leader!

Beyond her work, Carissa is deeply committed to her family and friends. Her drive and the passion she puts into everything she does. With a personality as vibrant as her name suggests, Carissa's influence extends beyond her professional work. Her zest for life and dedication to creating joyful experiences are truly inspiring. 

Join me as we delve into the life and career of this extraordinary leader, Carissa Joy.

For my sixth episode, I have an incredible guest for y’all. Dr. Willis Wong is a resident at UT Southwestern in Dallas, Texas.  Willis graduated from Duke University with an MD-MBA, which means he has a Master’s in Business and he’s a doctor!  During medical school, Willis co-founded a non-profit organization called Root Causes, which provides food-insecure patients of Duke Health and the larger Durham Community with free deliveries of fresh produce and nutrition education materials. Willis has won multiple awards for his work, including the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine award, the Fuqua Health Sector Management Leadership award, and the Duke University Distinguished Leadership and Service award. 

Beyond being committed to making a difference in the world of health and wellness, Willis is just an all around great guy! He is kind, compassionate and really cares about people.  And he has a beautiful story about going from not seeing himself as a leader at all to having a very powerful and empowering leadership approach. You’ll get to see exactly what I’m talking about the episode!
You can find Willis on LinkedIn as well as on Instagram and Twitter at @healthandwillis

For my fifth episode, I’m so happy to share the conversation that I had with Dr. Tiffany Champagne Langabeer. Tiffany is an Associate Professor at The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. She’s conducted health research and taught at the university level for over a decade. She completed her doctoral training at UT Health Houston, where she focused on public health and conducted immersive fieldwork in nutrition. Outside of her academic work, she is the founder and owner of Sunrise Integrative Nutrition, LLC.

She has extensive research and practice with individuals facing comorbid mental health and chronic disease. She uses this experience to work with private clients who are struggling to balance life and sometimes have specific, unmet health goals. The thing that really stands out to me about Tiffany, and I personally experienced in working with her, is her whole-person approach. She looks at sleep, daily movement, past experiences, environmental exposures, spirituality, daily mood, and stress level in addition to diet as required points to gain a complete picture of her client’s overall Wellness. To say that her approach is comprehensive is an understatement! She is a proud graduate of the Integrative and Functional NutritionalAcademy and is a board-certified functional nutrition practitioner.

Beyond being an expert in her field, Tiffany has the most loving, joyful spirit. She creates a wonderfully safe space for her clients to work with her in! You’ll get to see exactly what I’m talking about the episode!

Tiffany's website is www.sunrisenutrition.co and you can find her on Instagram at @eatwithsunrise