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Would you like to know what contributes to the success of the world’s most elite leaders? Don Barden, Senior Economist, Business Leader, and Professor, set out to answer this question through a doctoral paper funded by Wall Street. Ten years later, this journey helped him discover the strategies and thought processes that unite top performers. Listen and be inspired by how Don serves others and respects people for their uniqueness.

Guest Links:

• Don's LinkedIn
• Perfectplanadvisors.com/partners
• Gaxtracts.com/
• The Perfect Plan: A Study that Reveals the Secret Behind the World’s Elite Leaders by Don Barden
• Marketing 33 AD: The Path to a Perfect Plan by Don Barden

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support; Kendall Brewer, Leadership Programs 

Kendall Layman grew up hearing the adage that there are only two types of days: good or gooder. However, he came to recognize how hard it was to choose either option in the face of a life-altering event. Now, as Author/Managing Director of Global IT & Corp Facilities at Cobb-Vantress, Kendall focuses on how to navigate life with purpose and be set apart from the crowd. In this fascinating episode, he shares his transition from military to corporate life, technology's front seat in business, and the importance of mentoring the next generation.

Guest Links:

• Kendall's LinkedIn
• Cobb-vantress.com 
• Thegooderlifegroup.com  
• The Gooder Life in Layman’s Terms  by Kendall Layman

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support; Kendall Brewer, Director of Leadership Programs 

Are you finding satisfaction in your work? Join us this week as Lisa interviews Tarah M. Williams, Author & Personal/Business Development Coach. Tarah shares her raw story of overcoming childhood trauma, interpreting an OCD diagnosis as a strength, and challenging people to think, do, and live better. After listening to this episode, you’ll consider how to relentlessly pursue your purpose.

Guest Links:

• Tarah's LinkedIn
• StalkYourDestiny.com
• Earthly Branches: A 12-Book Devotional Series: NEW BEGINNINGS
• Earthly Branches: A 12-Book Devotional Series: FAITH
• Earthly Branches: A 12-Book Devotional Series: FULFILLMENT
• Earthly Branches: A 12-Book Devotional Series: HARMONY
• Earthly Branches: A 12-Book Devotional Series: COURAGE
• Earthly Branches: A 12-Book Series: ENLIGHTENMENT
• ABC's to Stalk Your Destiny: Everything You Want to Become, You Already Are
• This Love, His LOVE: Finding Love is Never Easy, Especially, God's Love
• PERMEATE: Rants and Lessons on Different Phases in Life and Love
• Until & Then Again: Chronicles of a Narcissist's Wife

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Kelly Dowdy, Vice President of Global Digital Technology at Yum! Brands, caught the bug for technology as a freshman in high school during her first computer programming class. Since then, she hasn’t looked back as she orchestrates digital solutions to help people live better lives. Join us this week as Kelly and Lisa discuss the importance of championing women in tech, maintaining your curiosity, and creating a work culture that engages the hearts and minds of your team.

Guest Links:

• Kelly's LinkedIn
• Yum! Brands

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the pathway out of poverty.” As an award-winning business leader, Chris Crane merged his passions for education and entrepreneurship to launch self-sustaining, Christ-centered schools for children living in poverty in Africa and Latin America. Since becoming the CEO and Co-Founder of Edify, Chris has partnered globally with entrepreneurs in education to serve 3.2 million children throughout 12,000 schools. You won't want to miss this story!

Guest Links:

• Chris' LinkedIn
• Edify.org

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

How would you describe someone who shows up every day with a spirit of grit and determination? Eneazer Layne, CEO of E's 2 ACCESS, LLC/Defy Limits, calls this "rocking your moxie." Listen as she and Lisa discuss the strength it takes to overcome difficult seasons in life and work towards being significant rather than successful. Walk away from this episode encouraged to find confidence in your unique strengths as you work through any challenges in your personal journey.

Guest Links:

• Eneazer's LinkedIn
• Eneazer.com
• ImageryMovement.org

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

If you were to transition into a new industry, what would it be? For many, the leap from corporate finance to fashion may seem to be too big of a stretch. However, for Lisa Hu, Founder of Lux & Nyx, the decision started with a desire to create a handbag that fit the pace of life of a high-achieving woman. Like her purse design, this episode will speak to those of you who are fast-moving and often on the go.

Guest Links:

• Lisa's LinkedIn
• Lux and Nyx

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

 How do you define what it means to be a leader? According to Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Leadership Expert Ken Blanchard, a leader is one who influences the behavior or mindset of another person. Join us this week for our 200th episode as we dive deep with Ken on how every person can embody qualities of a leader. He shares the importance of humility and the source of his inspiration, and you will take away ideas of how to maintain a vibrant life.Guest Links:

• Ken's LinkedIn
• KenBlanchard.com
• The One Minute Manager
• Leadership and the One Minute Manager 
• Raving Fans
• Whale Done!: The Power of Positive Relationships
• The Secret
• The Simple Truths of Service
• Leading at a Higher Level
• The New One Minute Manager
• Simple Truths of Leadership

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

Imagine gifting someone a little extra fun, moment of joy, or small delight. This is what Emily Chang, CEO of McCann Worldgroup, calls "bringing the confetti." In this episode, Lisa and Emily discuss the micro-moments in each day that add up to something meaningful. Their conversation will leave you considering the profound power of words and how you can use them to leave a lasting social legacy.

Guest Links:

• Emily's LinkedIn 
• SocialLegacy.com
• McCannWorldgroup.com
• Book: The Spare Room: Define Your Social Legacy to Live a More Intentional Life and Lead with Authentic Purpose

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

A strong work ethic, sense of humility, and personal faith catapulted Ceroma “Doc” Love, Founder of Be The Light Foundation, through a successful leadership trajectory in the military. Doc has become a master at seeking the commonalities that unite him with others, including grief. Join us this week as he and Lisa discuss the lessons he has learned from loss and starting his own non-profit to help cancer patients manage their out-of-pocket costs. Doc's example will remind you to keep your eyes open for ways to make a difference.

Guest Links:

• Ceroma's LinkedIn
• Be The Light Foundation

Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support