In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero sits down with entrepreneur, innovator, and former Grand Prix equestrian Susan Springsteen for a conversation about the unexpected ways God prepares us for what He is calling us to do.

From a 25-year career in wealth management and corporate finance to competing at the international level in equestrian sport and eventually becoming an entrepreneur and CEO, Susan shares how experiences that once seemed completely unrelated were preparing her for a purpose she couldn't yet see.

• How God can use unexpected seasons to prepare you for what’s next
• Why your calling may look completely different than you imagined
• How closed doors and difficult seasons can redirect your path
• Why obedience can lead to opportunities you never could have planned

“He will prepare you ahead of time in ways you don’t realize, and then call you in a way you never thought possible.”

Today, Susan is the Co-Founder and CEO of H2O Connected, where she is helping develop technology that reduces water waste while also investing in the revitalization of the Coatesville community. Her journey is a reminder that the experiences you’re walking through today may be preparing you for something you can't see yet.

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In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero explores what it means to trust God when you don’t have the answers, can’t see the path ahead, and have no idea how the story will end.

Drawing from her Anchored in the Storm keynote, Lovell shares lessons from her own leadership journey, including being unexpectedly thrust into leading her father’s ministry at just 30 years old and navigating seasons when the only thing she could do was take the next faithful step.

• How to trust God when you can’t see the outcome
• Why you don’t need to have all the answers before moving forward
• How to seek God’s wisdom when facing uncertainty
• Why God often reveals the path one faithful step at a time

“God will light the next step.”

Whether you’re facing uncertainty in your career, relationships, family, or future, this episode is a reminder that you don’t need a floodlight showing you the entire path. Sometimes faith means surrendering the outcome, trusting God’s timing, and taking the next step He puts in front of you.

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In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero sits down with hospitality executive, entrepreneur, and AI advocate John Elston for a conversation about reinvention, taking risks, and why you don’t have to feel ready before taking the next step.

From becoming a hotel general manager at just 22 to building businesses, traveling the world, writing a bestselling book, and now preparing to row nearly 3,000 miles across the Pacific, John shares the successes, failures, and unexpected opportunities that have shaped his journey.

• Why you shouldn’t wait until everything is perfect to begin
• How failure can become an opportunity to learn and reinvent yourself
• Why surrounding yourself with great people can accelerate your success
• How AI can become a powerful tool without replacing your own creativity and judgment

“Don't wait for anything to be perfect to start. Don't wait until you're ready. Just start.”

From embracing entrepreneurship and remote work long before they were mainstream to taking on one of his biggest challenges yet, John’s story is a reminder to stay open to opportunity, keep reinventing, and have the courage to just get started.

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https://johnelston.com/

In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero sits down with 2x TEDx speaker, author, and Executive Leadership & Voice Strategist Dr. Rita Renee for a powerful conversation about finding your voice after seasons of pain, silence, and uncertainty.

From childhood abuse to an unhealthy 16-year marriage, Rita shares how finding the courage to walk away, heal, and tell her story ultimately became part of her purpose to help others come off mute, own their stories, and recognize their worth.

• Why finding your voice can be an important part of healing
• How your painful experiences can become part of your purpose
• Why even strong, successful leaders can carry pain in silence
• How sharing your story can give someone else hope

“What happened to you does not have the final authority over you.”

From leaving an unhealthy marriage with nowhere to go to becoming a speaker, author, coach, and leader, Rita's story is a reminder that what you've been through doesn't have to silence you. Your story matters, your voice matters, and what once brought shame may become the very thing God uses to help someone else.

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https://www.drritarenee.com/

In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero sits down with educator, leadership coach, and mentor Dan Simon for a conversation about the difference between building a career and discovering your calling.

After more than 30 years in education and leadership, Dan shares how unexpected career changes, difficult seasons, and a willingness to trust God's timing ultimately led him toward work that aligned more closely with his gifts and passion for serving others.

• Why your career and your calling don't always have to be the same thing
• How servant leadership can create a lasting impact on others
• Why difficult seasons may be preparing you for what's next
• The importance of mentoring and pouring into the next generation

“The greatest opportunity to influence kids and staff and people was to be with them.”

From stepping away from a superintendency to mentoring students, supporting military-connected families, and helping people discover their vocation, Dan shares why titles matter far less than being present and using what God has given you to serve others.

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https://dansimonsolutions.com/

What if the thing holding you back isn't a lack of ability, but a lack of trust in yourself?

In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero sits down with licensed psychotherapist, coach, and army veteran Elaine Belson for a powerful conversation about self-doubt, overthinking, perfectionism, and what it takes to develop true self-trust.

With more than 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, Elaine shares why even highly accomplished women can find themselves second-guessing decisions, replaying conversations, and being harder on themselves than they would ever be on someone they love.

• Why overthinking is different from problem-solving
• How self-trust becomes the foundation for confidence
• Why perfectionism can keep you stuck
• How stepping outside your comfort zone teaches you to trust yourself

“You have to start before you feel ready to start.”

From leaving theater to pursue psychology to joining the Army in her 40s and deploying to Afghanistan, Elaine shares how taking risks and embracing uncertainty shaped her own journey. She and Lovell also discuss the pressure women place on themselves, emotional intelligence, faith, control, and why learning to become your own best friend can change the way you navigate life's biggest decisions.

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https://theselfauthoritycoach.com/

What if the career that changes your life is the one you never planned to pursue?

In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero shares the unexpected journey that led her into the hospitality industry, a career she never set out to pursue but one that shaped her into the leader she is today. From starting in an entry-level administrative role to leading commercial strategy for major hotel management companies, Lovell reflects on the mentors, opportunities, and life lessons that transformed her career.

This episode is about discovering purpose where you are, serving others with excellence, and learning that your greatest opportunities often come from simply saying "yes" and giving your best.

• Why hospitality is one of the most rewarding careers you may have never considered
• How going the extra 10% can open doors and accelerate your career
• The importance of mentors, relationships, and lifelong learning
• Why leadership is ultimately about serving people, not chasing titles

"Hospitality rewards the 10%"

Whether you're just entering the workforce, considering a career change, or looking for fresh purpose in your current role, this episode offers practical wisdom and encouragement to help you grow wherever you are planted. Lovell also shares why hospitality remains one of the greatest industries for developing leaders and creating meaningful careers.

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In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero sits down with Carlos Hidalgo for an honest conversation about success, failure, surrender, and the one thing none of us can truly control.

From building an award-winning business and becoming one of the most influential voices in his industry to experiencing public failure, the loss of nearly everything he had built, and later surviving a life-threatening stroke, Carlos shares how God used every season to transform his heart and redefine what success really means.

This episode is about letting go of control, surrendering to God's plan, and discovering that true freedom begins when we stop trying to hold everything together ourselves.

• Why success can never satisfy what only God can fill
• How surrender leads to healing, restoration, and peace
• Why your identity should never be found in your career or achievements
• How God can redeem even your greatest failures

“God's way is always the best way... He's worthy of our full surrender.”

Carlos opens up about rebuilding his marriage, redefining his purpose, and finding lasting peace through a relationship with Jesus Christ. His story is a powerful reminder that no failure is beyond God's redemption and no life is too broken for His grace to restore.

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Connect with Carlos:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cahidalgo/

Books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Carlos+Hidalgo+The+UnAmerican+Dream

In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero sits down with Lior Sekler to discuss resilience, leadership, and what it was like growing up in Israel during times of war.

While many know Lior today as a successful hospitality executive and Chief Commercial Officer, his journey began far from the boardroom. Raised in Tel Aviv, Israel by a single mother, Lior grew up in a world where missile attacks, bomb shelters, and even wearing a gas mask to school became part of everyday life. Those experiences shaped the leader he went on to become.

• How adversity can shape resilient leaders
• Why your beginnings don't determine your future
• The importance of leading with humility and collaboration
• How embracing challenges can prepare you for your purpose

“Don't be afraid of obstacles. Don't be afraid of barriers. Don't be afraid to challenge yourself.”

Whether you're navigating your own challenges, leading a team, or wondering if your past has defined your future, this conversation is a reminder that resilience is built one choice at a time, and your greatest strength may come from the hardest seasons you've endured.

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In this episode of Unshakable, Lovell Casiero explores one of the most important questions every leader should ask: What is biblical leadership?

Drawing from Acts Chapter 4 and insights from the John Maxwell Leadership Bible, Lovell shares seven timeless leadership principles rooted in Scripture that apply whether you're leading a business, a ministry, your family, or simply striving to become the person God has called you to be.

• Why truth is the foundation of authentic leadership
• How courage allows you to embrace change and growth
• Why your convictions matter more than popularity
• The importance of taking the high road and leading with integrity

“Leadership is the expression of courage that compels others to do the right thing.”

Lovell reflects on how these biblical principles have shaped her own leadership journey and challenges listeners to pursue lifelong learning, lead with purpose, and make an impact that extends far beyond influence. Through practical application and personal stories, she demonstrates that biblical leadership isn't reserved for pastors or ministry leaders, it's a calling for anyone who desires to serve others well.

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