Success With Golden Handcuffs Is Just Failure In Disguise with Lezly Kaye

In this episode, I sat down with Lezly Kaye for a deep conversation about shame, grace, and the wild ride of entrepreneurship. We’re getting real about what it takes to align your actions with your true self, why success can sometimes feel like a trap, and how creating space for self-discovery changes everything. We also dive into faith, humility, and the power of building trust—in yourself and in others.

If you’re ready to reflect, grow, and embrace grace on your journey, hit that play button.

From Shame to Grace: Actionable Steps for Growth and Alignment

1. Stop comparing yourself—your journey is uniquely yours.
2. Make space in your life to grow and understand yourself deeply.
3. Focus on becoming the person needed for the life you desire.
4. Surrender control and trust the journey for authentic growth.
5. Lead with humility and emotional intelligence to build trust.
6. Embrace past mistakes; they’re stepping stones, not setbacks.

And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram (@itsgeorgebryant) for more inspiration and real talk about life, business, and faith, and connect with Lezly on her Instagram (@lezlykaye). Let’s do this together.

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What do we talk about in this episode?

00:00 Introduction to a Masterclass in Alignment
00:22 Exploring Faith, Grace, and Leadership
00:36 The Business-Prison Dilemma
00:40 The Cost of Misalignment
00:45 A Journey of Loss and Rebuilding
01:10 Relationships with Business and Self
01:17 The Right to Lead
01:35 Meet Lezly: A Story of Resilience
02:05 Starting the Episode: Shame and Grace
02:11 The Pineapple Dealer Story
04:12 Commitment and Early Morning Podcasting
04:37 The Relationship Between Grace and Shame
05:39 Faith and Personal Journeys
07:59 Entrepreneurship and Faith Parallels
11:49 The Journey to Rebooting Business
14:52 The Power of Space and Alignment
31:53 The Importance of Becoming the Right Leader
33:10 The World's Most Expensive Handcuffs
33:45 Rebuilding After Loss
34:05 Heart-Centered Leadership
34:12 Following God's Plan
34:34 Scaling Two Businesses
35:15 Reflecting on Relationships
35:23 Avoiding Past Versions of Yourself
36:12 The Perfectly Curated Prison
36:21 The Fear of Becoming That Person Again
37:12 The Journey of Self-Discovery
37:47 Disappearing from the Internet
39:05 Service and Sacrifice
40:26 Navigating Business Tensions
43:13 The Importance of Self-Relationship
45:03 Building Kingdoms, Not Empires
46:28 The Role of Faith in Business
01:04:48 Final Reflections and Gratitude