The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

Send us a textEpisode Summary:In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Jessica shares how she found that the entrepreneur's path was one for her and why she believes disruptive ideas can change the world.6 Key Takeaways:Jessica talks about how Kiva got its start and grew into the billion dollar company it is today.  She gives advice to other people who have an interest in entrepreneurship.Jessica tells listeners what role her faith played in her path.She talks about her other endeavors outside of Kiva, including Profounder, Alltruists, and her newest venture, Untapped. She shares how she is able to balance work and family and how her entrepreneurial path allows for her to be there for her family.Jessica tells us what she’s learned from having her platform.About Jessica Jackley:Jessica Jackley is an entrepreneur, investor and speaker. Over the last decade she has focused on financial inclusion, the sharing economy and social justice. She is also the founder of Alltruists and a co-founder of Untapped Capital. Jessica also co-founded Kiva, the first crowdfunding site for global microenterprises. Since 2005, Kiva has facilitated over $1.5B in loans worldwide. Jessica has an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, a certificate in Global Leadership and Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School, a BA in Philosophy and Political Science from Bucknell University, and honorary PhDs from Centenary College and Quinnipiac University. She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband, Reza, and their four children.Quotes from the Episode:“You can work entrepreneurially in a large organization.”“To see what people do with so little is so empowering.”“There’s a lot of noise out there, I want to say things I need to say and that matter.” Resources from the Episode:Jessica’s Book Clay Water Brick: https://www.amazon.com/Clay-Water-Brick-Inspiration-Entrepreneurs/dp/0679643761/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1423601740&sr=1-1&keywords=clay+water+brickJessica’s Website: http://www.jessicajackley.com/Jessica’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicajackleyAlltruists: https://alltruists.com/Kiva: https://www.kiva.org/lp/causesUntapped: https://www.untapped.vc/

Send us a textAradhna Oliphant is the President and CEO of Leadership Pittsburgh. During its 30-year history, leadership Pittsburgh has produced over 2,400 informed and engaged leaders and linked them with opportunities to help serve our region. Her impressive full biography can be found on the company’s website.Today, Aradhna joins me to share her story. She talks about a leader’s responsibility to make an impact on their community, sharing concrete advice on how to do so. She discusses the topic of women in leadership, sharing her advice for them and for anyone who aspires to be a leader. She also offers her thoughts on work-life balance, especially when you’re raising kids.“Be your best self….Take the time to see the potential in you, and believe in yourself, and do something with it. You are in charge. No one else is in charge of you.”- Aradhna OliphantKey Takeaways this week on the L3 Leadership Podcast:●       A leader’s responsibility in their community●       Women in leadership●       Advice for aspiring leaders●       Work-life balance when raising a familyResources Mentioned:●       Leadership PittsburghWelcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast!Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the impact of your leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts I Amazon MusicI YouTube

Send us a textJon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 24 books including 12 best sellers and 5 children’s books. His books include the timeless classic The Energy Bus, which has sold over 2 million copies; The Carpenter, which was a top 5 business book of the year; Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership, The Power of a Positive Team, The Coffee Bean, Stay Positive, and The Garden. Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, CNBC, The Golf Channel, Fox and Friends, and in numerous magazines and newspapers. His clients include The Los Angeles Dodgers, Campbell’s Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, Miami Heat, The Los Angeles Rams, Snapchat, Truist Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, West Point Academy, and more. Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations, and teams.Today, Jon joins me to talk about his journey to becoming a professional author and speaker. He shares how his positive mindset has affected his life holistically and discusses what went into the decision to begin writing and speaking. He gives an insight into his writing process and shares the best question to ask yourself when deciding what to write. He notes the power of just getting out there, warns against trying to combine too much into one book, and shares many other tips for any aspiring writer or speaker.“This is not about seeing the world through rose colored glasses. This is knowing that you have the power to overcome the thorns.”- Jon GordonKey Takeaways this week on the L3 Leadership Podcast:●       Jon’s story●       The power of a positive mindset●       Why most authors are speakers as well●       What to ask yourself before writing a book●       The writing processResources Mentioned:●       Jon’s booksWelcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast!Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the impact of your leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts I Amazon MusicI YouTube

Send us a textThe L3 Leadership podcast has been around for 304 episodes now, and it’s only one of the ways that L3 Leadership pursues its mission, vision, and values.Today, I talk about L3 Leadership, sharing our story and explaining what we do. I talk about the vision of L3 Leadership and note the power of asking. I recognize my mentors and inspirations and tell what “L3” stands for. I share the five core values of L3 Leadership, as well as the four main actions we take to live those values. Finally, I share how you can get involved in L3 Leadership.“We believe that everything gets better when a leader gets better.”- Doug SmithKey Takeaways this week on the L3 Leadership Podcast: ●       Our story●       The mission, vision, and values of L3 Leadership●       How L3 Leadership works to make Pittsburgh famous for God●       The transformative power of leadership●       The five core values of L3 Leadership●       The power of community●       The power of a mastermind group●       How to get involvedResources Mentioned:●       L3 Leadership●       L3 Leadership - Mastermind Groups●       Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation●       L3 One Day●       dougsmith@l3leadership.orgWelcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast!Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the impact of your leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts I Amazon MusicI YouTube

Send us a textIn this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Mark Schultz. Mark tells us about his journey in being a successful Christian artist. He shares his process of songwriting, offers advice to young artists and discusses the importance of using your platform to give back.Episode Summary:Mark Schultz is a Christian artist who has sold over 1 million records. He has been nominated for numerous Dove Awards, winning his first at the 2006 Dove Awards. He has had over 13 Number 1 singles and has landed the top spot on Billboard’s Christian Adult Contemporary Songwriter List. Together, Mark and his wife, Kate, founded The Remember Me Mission, a non-profit dedicated to helping orphans all over the world. The Remember Me Mission has raised nearly 2 million dollars toward healthcare and education for orphans at home and abroad. Mark is the father of two adopted children and is also actively involved in his church.Six Key Take-AwaysHe tells us about his early years in Nashville and how he became a well-known artist.His experience growing up as an adoptee and how that’s influenced his decision to adopt children of his own and has motivated him to help others.  He talks about his process as a songwriter and gives advice to young musicians who are just getting started. Mark discusses what storytelling means to him and how he uses it to reach people. He talks about what he has learned from having his platform and the influence God has given him. Mark also shares the importance of investing in family and being a Dad.“The people who made the biggest impact in my life were the ones who said, ‘I’m in.’”- Mark SchultzQuotes from the Episode“The key is to use your platform to lift others up.”“The best things happen to me outside of my comfort zone.”“Getting out of my comfort zone is where the magic happens.”“Find other people who don’t have a voice and be their voice.”“Take real life and turn it into art.” “If you’re meant to be in the music business (making music) you’ll find a way.”Links MentionedMark’s Website: https://markschultzmusic.com/Mark’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markschultzMark’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mschultzmusic/Mark’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXLJLH--5bbEAxGeIm4iENg Mark’s Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0s7Ro7Q2XagXEYhWbI9PHv?si=T3_rSCjjSnaqHjHlk1MA0Q Family Christian Stores: https://www.familychristian.com/homeRemember Me Mission: https://markschultzmusic.com/remember-me-mission/Positive Parenting Solutions: https://www.positiveparentingsolutions.com/parenting-expert-amy-mccreadyThis episode is sponsored by Beratung Advisors and Henne Jewelershttps://www.beratungadvisors.com/https://www.hennejewelers.com/Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the

Send us a textReturning guest and my friend Liz Wiseman is a researcher and executive advisor who teaches leadership to executives around the world.  She is the author of New York Times bestseller Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter, The Multiplier Effect: Tapping the Genius Inside Our Schools, and Wall Street Journal bestseller Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work. She is the CEO of the Wiseman Group, a leadership research and development firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. Some of her recent clients include Apple, AT&T, Disney, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Nike, Salesforce, Tesla, and Twitter. Liz has been listed on the Thinkers50 ranking, and in 2019 she was recognized as a top leadership thinker in the world. Today, Liz joins me to talk about her new book, Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact. She explains why it’s important to emphasize contributorship and not just leadership, and she talks about why your goal should be to be useful, not important. She explains why following your passion usually involves putting it aside at the beginning. She explores what makes a good contributor, shares the importance of love in raising kids, and discusses why she prioritizes her family over her job. “Get over yourself and go serve where you’re needed. Find out what’s important and go work on what’s important. And strangely, when you do that, you become really important.” - Liz Wiseman“In some ways, if I focus on my personal impact, I’m gonna sell my team short…My job is to get other people contributing and working and making an impact, and my impact is the sum of that.” - Liz WisemanKey Takeaways this week on the L3 Leadership Podcast:● Why everyone has genius● Making yourself useful, not important● Why following your own passion often starts out as following someone else’s● What makes a good contributor, and why a good contributor makes a good leader● Tips on raising kids and the importance of love● Why you have more power than you think you haveMentioned Resources:● Impact Players: Buy the book, take the quiz, and get more info● A pad of paper● Sharpie markers● Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others DieWelcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast!Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the impact of your leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Googl

Send us a textAt the end of each year, I do a year-end review, and at the beginning of the next year, I share what I learned from it. This year is no different. In this episode, I share the lessons I learned in 2021 in the categories of legacy, calling, money, friends, parenting, and marriage.Today, I continue to share my biggest lessons learned in the past year. I talk about the importance of accepting that, one day, we’re all going to die. I talk about the need to pursue God’s calling in your life, being faithful to your ministry and resting in who God made you to be. I discuss the need to get your financial life in order, and I note the importance of eliminating greed, pride, and selfish ambition. I emphasize the importance of cultivating friendships, and I note the power of a single decision. I define JOMO and explain why family team meetings are essential. I discuss the power of excitement for the future, and I discuss the importance and power of reconciliation.“You can turn your whole life around with one decision right now.”- Doug SmithKey Takeaways this week on the L3 Leadership Podcast:● One day, we are all going to die, and we’re all going to leave a legacy behind● God has a calling and a purpose for your life. Don’t miss it● Be faithful to your ministry● Rest in who God made you to be and what He’s called you to do● Remember: Your job is not to feed the 5,000. It’s only to provide the loaves and the fish● Be faithful with what God has put in your hands● Get your financial life in order● Find the areas of greed, pride, and selfish ambition in your life, and eliminate them● Determine your roles, prioritize them, and live them● Make time for your friends● Be there when your friends need you● People remember you for two things: when you were there for them, and when you weren’t● It’s crazy how often families can come down to one decision● No one at home cares about who you are on the outside● Experience more JOMO; the Joy of Missing Out● Always have something to look forward to● Protect your marriage sole ties● Reconciliation is often better than remarriageMentioned Resources:● L3 Leadership - Episode 294● Before You Call Me Home - Mark Schultz● L3 Leadership - Episode 276● Dave Ramsey● The Chosen● The Family Wins● L3 Leadership - Episode 288:● Heaven by Randy Alcorn● L3 Leadership - Episode 271● L3 Leadership - Episode 286● L3 Leadership - Episode 287● Year-End Review Template● Henne Jewelers● Beratung AdvisorsWelcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast!Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the impact of your leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.

Send us a textAt the end of each year, I do a year-end review, and at the beginning of the next year, I share what I learned from it. This year is no different. In this episode, I share the lessons I learned in 2021 in the categories of business, leadership, and building your platform and influence.Today, I share my biggest lessons learned in the past year. I talk about the importance of intentionality, the power of journaling, and the five sources I learn from. I note the importance of boundaries. I discuss the power of a culture of feedback, and I posit that the purpose of leadership challenges is to make you hungry for God. I point out the responsibility of a leader to grow others, I explain why you should become a fan of your customers, and I note the power of making aggressive mistakes. I share my input on the hiring process, why you should send emails on Saturdays, and the dangers of making influence an idol. I note the places where pride tends to invade, and I call on you to trust God with your reputation.“Be okay with being a small part of a big thing.” - Doug SmithKey Takeaways this week on the L3 Leadership Podcast:● Your greatest lessons in life will come from the intentionality in which you live your life● You must create a culture of providing feedback in your organization● The challenges of leadership are meant to make you hungry for God● Your sole job as a leader is to grow others● Become fans of your customers● Make aggressive mistakes● If you wouldn’t work with someone for forever, don’t work with them for five minutes● Send emails on Saturdays● Be careful of making influence an idol● Be okay with being a small part of a big thing● Trust God with your reputationMentioned Resources:● Living Forward: A Proven Plan to Stop Drifting and Get the Life You Want by Michael Hyatt and Daniel Harkavy● L3 Leadership - Episode 277: Why Every Leader Need A Life Plan And Coaching With Daniel Harkavy● L3 One Day● Know What You’re FOR: A Growth Strategy for Work, An Even Better Strategy for Life by Jeff Henderson● BCWI - Best Christian Workplaces Institute● L3 Leadership - Episode 297: How To Do A Year-End Review With Doug Smith● Year-End Review Template● Henne Jewelers● Beratung AdvisorsWelcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast!Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the impact of your leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I

Send us a textMark Batterson serves as lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC. One church with eight locations, NCC is focused on reaching emerging generations and meets in theaters throughout the DC metro area. NCC also owns and operates the largest coffeehouse on Capitol Hill. Mark holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Regent University and is the New York Times bestselling author of 11 books, including The Circle Maker, In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day, Wild Goose Chase, and most recently, Whisper and Play the Man. Mark and his wife Lora live on Capitol Hill with their three children: Parker, Summer, and Josiah.In this rebroadcasted episode, Mark joins me to share the lessons he’s learned on his journey. He talks about why not to underestimate God or overestimate yourself, shares the real cure for failure, and stresses our need for the Holy Spirit. He notes the importance of humility, the power of dreams, and why patience is crucial. He posits that everyone has a book in them and offers his advice on writing. He redefines success and shares his insights on parenting, goal-setting, and good versus bad complications in life.“You overestimate what you can accomplish in a year or two. You underestimate what God can do in 10 or 20.”- Mark BattersonKey Takeaways this week on the L3 Leadership Podcast:● Why failure is the cure for failure● The importance of humility● The power of dreams, and what they really are● The need for patience● The perfect parent vs. the praying parent● Why God complicates your life, and that’s okayMentioned Resources:● Praying Circles Around Your Children● Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God● Play the Man: Becoming the Man God Created You to Be● National Community Church● Henne Jewelers● Beratung AdvisorsWelcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast!Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, where we’re obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximize the impact of your leadership.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts I Amazon Music

Send us a textJohn Maxwell is a leadership expert and coach who has trained over 6 million leaders worldwide. He is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and Developing the Leader Within You 2.0. John has completely transformed my life and business through his books and teachings. For nearly two decades, I have dreamed of spending some one-on-one mentoring time with him - to ‘pick his brain,’ gain insight, and learn more about what it takes to be a great, inspiring, successful leader. So, I was honored to have the opportunity to turn that dream into a reality when I had lunch with him.Today, I rebroadcast an episode I recorded shortly after our lunch, in which I share the top 10 lessons I learned from it. I discuss the difference between being a “people pleaser” and being a “people leader,” and I share the lessons I learned from John about making the jump from pleasing others to leading them. I share the insight John provided on growing and developing company teams and the importance of being intentional. I share our conversation on vision-casting, building a personal brand, and fundraising. I also share what I learned about mentoring others, the power of being unforgettable as a leader, and the importance of focusing on growing our character and integrity as leaders to make it to the finish line.“Leaders - let’s do everything we can to grow our character and grow in integrity so that we can make it to our finish line.” - Doug SmithToday on the L3 Leadership Podcast:●       Making the jump from pleasing people to leading people●       John’s advice and insight on developing your team●       The process John uses to recruit new leaders●       The importance of trusting in God to provide what you need to grow and succeed●       John’s perspective on branding and making a name for yourself●       John’s thoughts on vision-casting, fundraising, and mentoring others●       The value of creating unforgettable experiences●       The importance of being prepared to pay the price to achieve your goals and dreams●       Focusing on building your integrity and characterMentioned Resources:● Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 by John C. MaxwellSubscribe, Rate & Share the L3 Leadership PodcastThanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play to subscribe and leave us a rating and review.Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. And be sure to share your favorite episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help us inspire other leaders to grow to their max potential and increase the impact of their leadership.