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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith welcomes back Clint Hurdle for his third appearance. They discuss Clint's journey since leaving Pittsburgh, including his retirement, challenges during COVID-19, and his current role with the Colorado Rockies. Clint also shares his insights about retirement, the importance of authentic relationships, and the release of his new book, 'Hurdleisms: Wit and Wisdom from a Lifetime in Baseball.' They delve into lessons from Clint's father, parenting advice, and practical leadership tips. Listeners will find valuable takeaways on maintaining a positive outlook, handling failure, and the significance of being a helper in both personal and professional life.

00:00 Welcome Back, Clint Hurdle!
01:40 Life After Pittsburgh
04:54 Retirement Reflections
08:37 Introducing Hurdleisms
16:15 Dedication to Big Clint
19:08 Parenting Wisdom
24:35 The Power of Ice Cream
25:37 Hurdle-isms: Shower Well
28:24 Building Your Own Mount Rushmore
30:25 Embracing Failures: Friday Fails
35:29 Proving Yourself Right
39:13 Clint Hurdle's Legacy and Reflections
42:24 The Importance of Journaling
45:42 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Greg Furer, President and CEO of Beratung Advisors. They discuss the origins of their friendship, the transformative power of personal growth and reflection, and the importance of making mistakes and taking risks. 

Greg emphasizes the need for a supportive community and authentic leadership, sharing insights on the vital role of mentors and mastermind groups. They also delve into intentional living, legacy, and the profound impact of parenting and personal relationships on one's journey. The conversation underscores the necessity of aligning one's life goals with financial planning and concludes with practical advice for leaders to take action and grow.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:37 The Beginning of a Friendship
02:20 Personal Growth Journey
04:27 Transforming Visions into Results
05:30 Political Involvement and Lessons Learned
06:44 The Power of Failure and Pain
11:51 Taking Risks and Entrepreneurial Leap
18:46 The Importance of Community and Mastermind Groups
31:46 Journaling and Self-Reflection
36:57 The Importance of Personal Annual Reports
37:44 Reflecting on Personal Milestones
38:04 The Value of Year-End Reviews
39:11 Leaving a Legacy Beyond Wealth
40:45 Learning from Failures
41:04 The Influence of Clint Hurdle
42:26 The Power of Love in Leadership
44:32 Parenting and Leadership Lessons
51:46 The Significance of Branding
56:38 Financial Planning and Goal Setting
59:36 The Role of Community and Coaches
01:02:33 Final Thoughts and Lightning Round

Learn more about Beratung Advisors on their website: beratungadvisors.com

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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you’ll hear Doug Smith being interviewed by Tom O’Boyle and Nate Devlin. The conversation originally aired on the Scattered Seeds Podcast. 

You'll hear me talk about: 

• The state of homelessness in Pittsburgh 
• Why we need friends that will literally slap you in the face 
• How I'm currently growing in my leadership journey 
• And much, much more! 

Resources Mentioned:

• The 33 Strategies of War by Robert Greene 
• Light of Life Rescue Mission
• Scattered Seeds Podcast
• Tom O’Boyle 
• Nate Devlin 

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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Jeremy Pryor, founder of Family Teams. They discuss the influence of the traditional fairy tale 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' offering surprising insights into business and asset building. Jeremy explains the concept of Family Inc., which guides families in creating businesses to secure financial and relational freedom.

The conversation explores how to raise and manage a large, multigenerational family, focusing on integrating family members into collective business ventures. 

Various success stories from the program highlight the efficacy of this approach, and Jeremy offers practical advice for families looking to start their own journey towards financial independence within a multigenerational framework. The episode also emphasizes the importance of transferring family assets and wisdom across generations to ensure continued prosperity.

00:00 Welcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast
00:25 Introducing Jeremy Pryor and Family Teams
00:49 Sponsor Message: Andocia Marketing Solutions
01:56 Diving into the Conversation with Jeremy Pryor
02:46 Jack and the Beanstalk: The Greatest Business Book
06:49 The Concept of Family Inc.
07:29 The Importance of Family Integration
15:27 Historical Context and Asset Building
25:44 Scaling a Pool Service Business
26:20 Opportunities in the Pickleball Industry
28:18 The Importance of Multi-Generational Families
31:22 Biblical Foundations of Family Mission
33:03 Raising the Next Generation of Leaders
45:10 Practical Tips for Large Families
48:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Jeremy's books 'Family Revision', '31 Creative Ways to Build Your Family Team', and 'Father's Compass' are available for purchase:
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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith shares his year-end review process, which has been a cornerstone of his personal growth since 2004. Doug discusses the importance of reflecting on the year gone by to foster growth and documents his detailed approach to conducting a comprehensive year-end review. He includes practical tips and encourages creating a personalized review system. Additionally, the episode features a word from the sponsor, Andocia Marketing Solutions. Doug wraps up with thoughtful ways to conclude the review process and the benefits of such reflections.

00:00 - Welcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast
00:27 - The Importance of Year-End Reviews
00:58 - Sponsor Message: Andocia Marketing Solutions
02:08 - Starting Your Year-End Review
06:05 - Essential Tools for Your Review
08:23 - Creating Your Year-End Report
12:26 - Wrapping Up Your Year-End Review
14:29 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement

The L3 Leadership Podcast is sponsored by Andocia Marketing Solutions. Andocia exists to bring leaders' visions to life. Visit https://andocia.com to learn more.

To find more leadership resources and helpful content for your leadership journey, check out our website at https://l3leadership.org/ today.

About Doug:  Doug Smith is the Director of Development atLight of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs atdougsmithlive.com, is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast and is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who currently works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others.

Resources Mentioned:
Year-End Review Template
Living Forward by Michael Hyatt (Affiliate Link)
How to Journal
mint.com
The Five Minute Journal App

Quotes from the Episode:
"The best system for a year-end review is the one you'll actually follow."
"The best way to learn something is to teach it to others."

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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Dr. Josh Axe about his new book 'Think This, Not That,' which addresses overcoming limiting beliefs to unlock one’s greatest potential.

Dr. Axe shares his personal journey from a struggling high school student diagnosed with ADHD to building multiple multimillion-dollar businesses. He emphasizes the power of mindset, visualization, and balanced leadership in achieving success.

They also discusses the role of faith, discipline, and the importance of a positive belief system in personal and professional growth.

00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:16 - Introducing the New Book: Think This, Not That
01:39 - Personal Journey: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
01:57 - Transformative High School Experience
03:22 - College and Realization of Potential
05:10 - Building Multimillion Dollar Businesses
08:41 - Mindset and Leadership Insights
11:30 - Visualization to Realization: A Key to Success
14:23 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The L3 Leadership Podcast is sponsored by Andocia Marketing Solutions. Andocia exists to bring leaders' visions to life. Visit https://andocia.com to learn more.

To find more leadership resources and helpful content for your leadership journey, check out our website at https://l3leadership.org/ today.

About Doug:  Doug Smith is the Director of Development atLight of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs atdougsmithlive.com, is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast and is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who currently works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others.

Resources Mentioned:
Purchase a copy of Dr. Axe's Book "Think This, Not That"
Dr. Josh Axe has additional resources available at his website.

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After 9 months away from the podcast, Doug Smith is back with more guests, more exciting leadership content, and brand new episodes.

Join us on December 10 for our interview with Dr. Josh Axe on overcoming limiting beliefs. See you then!

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Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Leon Ford shares his profound journey from the brink of death due to police brutality to becoming a symbol of forgiveness and activism.

About Leon Ford: Leon Ford is a celebrated author, social entrepreneur, impact investor, international speaker, and changemaker dedicated to driving positive change in his community and beyond.

As a respected activist and mental health ambassador, Ford passionately addresses disparities by focusing on holistic wellness. His inspiring approach emphasizes the importance of resilience, transforming personal challenges into purpose, and creating a lasting societal impact.

Ford's accomplishments include executive producing the Cannes Film Festival award-winning documentary Leon (2019) and Breaking Bread: A Conversation on Race in America (2021), which won a Shorty Award. President Obama's Volunteer Service Award (2017), The Root 100 (2018), Pittsburgh's 40 Under 40 (2019), Forbes 30 Under 30 (2023), and National Urban League Community Service Award (2023).

Key Takeaways:
1. Leon shares how personal growth thrives through challenging conversations and supportive mentorship.
2. Leadership emerges from therapy, community support, and embracing both love and critique. 3. The Here Foundation is born from facing fears and fostering unexpected alliances.
4. Forgiveness is a continuous journey, leading to prevention and healing through understanding and purpose-driven action.

Quotes From the Episode:
“I believe that it’s more curiosity than courage because I’m genuinely curious to understand what someone elses’ lived experiences may have been to let them see the world the way they see the world.”
“Forgiveness is a choice, but it’s also not a threshold that you cross, it’s not a finish line.”

Resources Mentioned:
An Unspeakable Hope by Leon Ford
The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo
The Seat of the Soul by Gary Zukav
The HEAR Foundation

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Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Anne Beiler joins Doug to discuss her upbringing, Auntie Anne’s, and shares advice with listeners who may be struggling on how she navigates life’s more difficult seasons.

About Anne Beiler: Anne Beiler, raised in an Amish-Mennonite community, faced immense tragedy when her 19-month-old daughter died in a farming accident, leading her into darkness and depression. Her marriage with Jonas suffered, exacerbated by an abusive pastor. Seeking healing, they pursued counseling and reconciliation, birthing a vision to offer free counseling services. To support this vision, Anne bought a concession stand, which evolved into Auntie Anne’s, the world's largest pretzel franchise. Despite her success, Anne battled depression, finding solace in sharing her story publicly. This act of confession liberated her and inspired her to help other women find similar freedom. In 2005, Anne sold Auntie Anne’s to pursue speaking engagements on leadership, purpose, and the power of confession.

3 Key Takeaways:
1. Anne recounts her childhood growing up within the Amish community.
2. She shares how she came out of a difficult time in her life with guidance from The Holy Spirit.
3. Anne gives advice to others who may be struggling with feelings of depression or grief.

Quotes From the Episode:
“There is no way to be well unless you tell. Unless you feel the pain of it all.”
“I don’t have secrets anymore, I just bring them into the light.”

Resources Mentioned:
The Secret Lies Within by Anne Beiler

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Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug is interviewed by his friend Zack Blair. Together, they discuss various topics, such as mental health, leadership, confidence, and parenting.

About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive.com, he is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, and he is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others.

4 Key Takeaways:
1. Doug shares his journey to confidence as a leader.
2. Zack and Doug reflect on their friendship over the years and how having support is crucial to being a leader.
3. Being good with people involves showing an interest in others. Doug shares how he teaches his kids this concept.
4. He talks about overcoming trauma and moving past difficult times in life with the help of a therapist.

Quotes From the Episode:
“Invest in deep relationships.”
“Unity is always really important to me.”

Resources Mentioned:
Leading on Empty by Wayne Cordeiro
Leaf by Niggle by JRR Tolkien 

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