The Learn-It-All Podcast 91: 4 BOLD Moves to Reinvent Yourself as a Leader | Kayla Logue
Do You Need to Break Free from Society's "Success" Script?
Are you following someone else's definition of success, checking boxes that society laid out for you rather than creating your own path? In this compelling episode of The Learn-It-All Podcast, real estate professional and author Kayla Logue shares how she walked away from a seemingly perfect life with $900 to her name to rebuild on her own terms and ended up more successful than ever.
Kayla opens up about her journey from feeling stuck and unfulfilled despite "having it all" to completely starting over during the pandemic. She discusses how journaling helped her gain clarity, the importance of taking radical responsibility for your life, and how building the right community can accelerate personal and professional growth. Her story offers valuable insights for leaders feeling trapped by expectations or seeking more authentic paths to success.
This Episode Covers:
- Why checking society's boxes for success often leads to feeling unfulfilled and stuck
- The power of radical responsibility: being the cause, problem, AND solution in your life
- How journaling can provide clarity and accelerate goal achievement
- The "Three A's" framework: Agency, Accountability, and Authenticity
- Building a "starting lineup" of supportive relationships while cutting toxic connections
- Transforming from avoiding conflict to becoming an effective closer in sales
- Creating authentic connections through "old school values with new technology"
- The counterintuitive freedom that comes from completely starting over
Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction to Kayla Logue – Damon introduces Kayla Logue, author of Always Squeezing Lemons, and they discuss her journey toward redefining her life.
(02:00) Realizing the Need for Change – Kayla shares how a moment of self-reflection in 2020 led her to reassess her path and make a fresh start.
(05:00) Leaving Behind Society’s Expectations – Kayla explains why she chose to step away from the “perfect life” and pursue something that felt more authentic.
(08:33) Finding Clarity Through Journaling – Kayla discusses the transformative power of journaling in helping her gain clarity and set intentional goals.
(12:50) Radical Responsibility – Kayla emphasizes the importance of taking full responsibility for one’s life, decisions, and happiness.
(20:00) Building a Supportive Community – Kayla shares why community is crucial and how she cultivated a network of supportive people.
(24:30) The “Starting Lineup” Mindset – Kayla explains her concept of a personal “starting lineup,” focusing on surrounding yourself with people who uplift and inspire.
(32:18) Advice for Embracing Change – Kayla offers advice for listeners feeling stuck and shares practical steps for pursuing a life aligned with personal values.
About Kayla:
Kayla Logue, a dynamic seven-figure real estate producer and author of "Always Squeezing Lemons," transformed her own life's challenges into a platform for empowering others through her role as a sought-after motivational speaker and coach. After completely rebuilding her life in 2020, she achieved remarkable success before age 30, demonstrating the power of radical responsibility and authentic leadership in both business and personal development. Through her nonprofit Move Into Words, Kayla champions sustainable mental health practices and personal growth, focusing on the transformative power of journaling and community building among young professionals.
Resources Referenced:
Always Squeezing Lemons: Taking Responsibility to Define Your Own Success
by Kayla Logue
Kayla Logue on LinkedIn
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