The Uncommon Leader Podcast

Recent Episodes

Dec. 17, 2024

From Trauma to Triumph: Redefining Leadership and Personal Fulfillment

After years of misconceptions about leadership and personal success, Jason Van Ruler unearthed a transformative truth: our past traumas and unhealthy core beliefs can drive us to achieve, yet still leave a void of fulfillment...

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Dec. 10, 2024

Empowering Leadership Through Self-Care: Insights from Dr. Nekeshia Hammond

Discover the transformative power of self-care in leadership with Dr. Nekeshia Hammond, a leading psychologist and burnout prevention expert. Dr. Hammond takes us on a heartfelt journey from her own experiences of burnout to ...

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Dec. 3, 2024

Leading with Joy: Dr. Mike Hayes on Happiness, Faith, and Purpose

What if true happiness is more than just a fleeting emotion? Join us as Dr. Mike Hayes unravels the profound ties between happiness, faith, and leadership. Through riveting personal stories, including a life-altering moment f...

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Nov. 26, 2024

Crafting Success Through Family Values and Integrity

Chris Garavito, an inspiring physical therapist and entrepreneur, shares his incredible journey of turning personal healthcare challenges into a thriving practice. Discover how his father's steadfast work ethic and family-cen...

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Nov. 19, 2024

Be Bold Today!! Unleash Your Potential, Master Your Mindset, and Achieve Success

Join me on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as Leigh Burgess, a trailblazing entrepreneur and author of "Be Bold Today," shares her empowering story of transformation from corporate burnout to entrepreneurial triumph. Leigh discus...

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Nov. 12, 2024

Balancing Leadership and Personal Growth: Insights from Mark Henderson Leary on Healthcare, Creativity, and the EOS Framework

Discover the secret to balancing leadership and personal growth with the inspiring Mark Henderson Leary, a renowned leadership coach who joins us to share his unique insights. Mark's compelling journey from his early days as ...

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Nov. 5, 2024

Fueling Ambition with Curiosity and Consistency with Luis Hernandez

Curiosity and fearlessness fueled Luis Hernandez’s rise from the inner city to becoming a leader and trailblazer in his family as the first to graduate from both high school and college. Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast...

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Oct. 29, 2024

Redefining Cybersecurity Leadership with Empathy and Grace: Tammy Klotz's Journey

Tammy Klotz, Chief Information Security Officer at Trendzeo and author of "Leading with Empathy and Grace," joins us for a compelling conversation about redefining leadership in the cybersecurity world. Tammy opens up about h...

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Oct. 22, 2024

From Invisible Dresses to Best-Selling Author and Marketing Expert - Ella Parlor

Ella Parlor, a strategic marketing expert and author, joins us to share her fascinating journey from a creative child selling "invisible dresses" to becoming a leading figure in the world of alcohol marketing. Her story is a ...

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Oct. 15, 2024

Transforming Leadership: Kyle McDowell's Journey from Boss to 'We-Oriented' Leader

Discover the transformative journey of Kyle McDowell, an innovative leader and the author of "Begin With We," as he shares his evolution from a traditional authoritative boss to a champion of team synergy and collective succe...

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Oct. 8, 2024

Embracing Transformation: A CEO's Journey to Find Clarity and Joy

Cindy Carrillo, a remarkable leader with a flair for transformation, takes center stage as she shares her journey from corporate CEO to the creator of a soul-nourishing retreat at her Colorado ranch. Her childhood, defined by...

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Oct. 1, 2024

Strategic Wealth: Freddie Rappina on Transforming Finances Like a Chess Master

What if you could transform your financial future by thinking strategically, like a chess master? On this captivating episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast, we sit down with Freddie Rappina, an exceptional financial strategi...

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Sept. 24, 2024

Reading Strategies for Leaders: $10,000 Lessons from Nick Hutchison

Unlock the secrets to cultivating a powerful reading habit with our special guest, Nick Hutchison, CEO of BookThinkers and bestselling author. Discover how Nick's childhood love for stories transformed into a tool for persona...

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Sept. 16, 2024

Transforming Leadership through Purpose with Eric Pfeiffer

Can rediscovering your purpose transform your leadership and life? Join our conversation with Eric Pfeiffer, a and author of "Transform Your Trajectory," as he recounts a life-altering event from his infancy that instilled in...

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Sept. 10, 2024

From Limiting Beliefs to Abundant Living with Alexis Rankin

Ever wondered how resetting expectations can pave the way to a more balanced and fulfilling life? Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast featuring Alexis Rankin, a top business development leader in real estate, who reveals h...

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Sept. 3, 2024

Mastering the Reset Mindset with Penny Zenker: Transform Your Approach to Business and Life

Get ready to transform your mindset and lead with intention! This week on the Uncommon Leader Podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with Penny Zenker, acclaimed author and dynamic speaker, who brings her wisdom on master...

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Aug. 27, 2024

Elevate Your Life: Playing a Bigger Game - Seven Principles to Experience Fulfillment

What if you could transform painful experiences into a source of strength and growth? Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as we welcome Marcus Collius, the inspiring author of "Play a Bigger Game." Marcus opens up about hi...

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Aug. 20, 2024

Juggling Life and Leadership Lessons - 7 Strategies to Build a Better Now with Greg Bennick

Ever wondered how to reclaim your focus in a world bombarded with distractions? Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as we sit down with Greg Bennick, a professional speaker, juggler, and author of "Reclaim the Moment: Seve...

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Aug. 13, 2024

Leveraging Social Media for Powerful Business Growth with Katie McKiever

What if you could turn your social media presence into a powerful tool for business growth and thought leadership? Today’s episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast promises just that. We're thrilled to have Katie McKiever, a se...

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Aug. 6, 2024

Unstuck: Discovering Purpose and Positivity with Real Talk Kim

Have you ever wondered how someone can turn their most challenging life experiences into a source of empowerment and inspiration for others? Join us on the Uncommon Leader podcast as we sit down with the extraordinary Kim Jon...

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July 30, 2024

Empowering the Next Generation: JoJo Gallagher on Marriage, Ministry, and Youth Leadership

What does it take to guide and support the next generation in a world of changing values and fleeting authority figures? Join us as Joseph "Jojo" Gallagher returns for his third inspiring episode on the Uncommon Leader Podcas...

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July 23, 2024

Unlocking Business Growth through Relationships with Scott Grates

Unlock the secret to building a thriving small business with Scott Grates, the author of "Referrals Done Right: The Secret to Creating Infinite Opportunities to Grow Your Small Business," on this episode of the Uncommon Leade...

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July 17, 2024

Achieving Professional Excellence with Kingdom Principles with Kevin White

Unlock the secrets to blending mission, purpose, and professional success with Kevin White, founder and chief spiritual officer of Spirit Media. Journey with Kevin as he recounts his evolution from a rural top fundraiser to a...

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July 9, 2024

From Timid to Triumphant: Fred Joyal's 90-Day Blueprint for Bold Leadership

What if you could transform from a shy introvert to a charismatic leader in just 90 days? Join us on the Uncommon Leader Podcast as we welcome Fred Joyle, the incredible author of "Super Bold: From Underconfident to Charismat...

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