The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

In this lively discussion, Tony Horton, the creator of the iconic P90X fitness series, shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a motivational powerhouse. He emphasizes the importance of resilience and knowing when to push forward versus when to let go. Tony recounts personal anecdotes about overcoming adversity and the creative challenges he faced in developing fitness programs. He also highlights the significance of healthy habits, mentorship, and the impact of diversity in pursuing one's dreams.

Send us a textIn this episode, you'll hear Andrew interview Doug on his podcast, The Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast. Andrew Olsen is a #1 Best Selling author, speaker, and nonprofit marketer. He’s helped raise more than $250 million for nonprofits. With more than 20 years of leadership experience, he currently advises nonprofit leaders, boards, and development teams through strategic consultation, coaching, and classroom instruction. Andrew is a Senior Vice President at Newport ONE and instructor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business.Top 10 Leadership Insights from my conversation with Doug Smith1. Leadership is influence.2. Everyone is a leader and everyone has to grow to maximize leadership impact.3. Leadership is about people. If the people aren’t better as a result of your presence, you’re not leading well. 4. Leading is challenging. As John Maxwell says, “If you’re a leader, there will never be two easy consecutive days in your live.” 5. If you wouldn’t follow yourself, why would you expect others to follow you? 6. The power of “just relaxing” in your leadership.7. Telling people what you think they want to hear isn’t leadership. You have to care enough to be candid, even when the feedback might hurt a little. 8. In leadership, character trumps skill all day long.9. The most influential leaders love people, but they don’t depend on being loved by people. 10. If you’re going to grow as a leader, you’re going to have to take risks. You’ll fail sometimes, but that’s ok. That’s part of the process. There’s so much more in this episode than what I’ve outlined here. I guarantee you’ll get a ton of value out of this conversation today!

Send us a textIn this episode, you'll hear Doug interview Brad Cooper, Lead Pastor of Newspring Church. They talk about leading in crisis, how to properly honor leaders, and why sometimes our greatest lessons come out of our darkest seasons.For show notes, go to http://www.l3leadership.org/episode250Subscribe, Rate & ShareThanks 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.

Send us a textIn this episode, you'll hear Doug interview, Traci Morrow. You'll hear Traci talk about her journey from pleasing people to leading people.For ways to connect with Traci and links to everything we discussed in the show notes, go to http://www.l3leadership.org/episode249To learn more about Traci, go here: https://www.tracimorrow.com/Thanks 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.

Send us a textIn this episode, you'll hear Doug Smith share his step by step process for leading an organization through COVID-19 or any other crisis. You'll learn: What your leadership team should be thinking through?How to form and run a crisis task force.How and what to communicate to your staff.How to stay connected with your team. For show notes, go to http://www.l3leadership.org/episode248Subscribe, Rate & ShareThanks 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.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/l3leadership)

Send us a textJohn Donovan is the former CEO of AT&T Communications, a global telecommunications company serving millions of customers worldwide. John has decades of experience working in executive leadership roles, including as the Executive Vice President of Product, Sales, Marketing and Operations at Verisign Inc. and the Chairman and CEO of inCode Telecom Group Inc. John joins me today to share the leadership lessons he has learned from leading over 250,000 people at AT&T. He shares his perspective on hard work, being committed to self-improvement, and why achieving success in your career is more than following a few simple steps like a recipe in a cookbook. He explains why he believes ‘your world is your mentor’ and the lessons you can learn from every person you encounter. He also shares the lessons he’s learned by creating a life plan, his perspective on achieving work-life balance, and how leaders can create and sustain great company cultures.“You should never look to succeed alone or fail alone.” - John Donovan Today on the L3 Leadership Podcast:The challenges John faced throughout his career that set him apart and led to his success as an organization leaderWhy John doesn’t believe there is a recipe for succeeding in life or business and his strategy for preparing for the next level of leadership The difference between a mentor and a career advocateJohn’s advice for aspiring and emerging leadersThe importance of being honest and authentic and the value of emotional maturity and knowing your core values as a leaderJohn’s morning routine and why he always tries to “own the morning”The importance of taking career risks while you’re young and John’s perspective on work-life balanceLessons John has learned regarding money and happiness  Cultivating a healthy mindset to manage the stress and pressure of being a leader Resources:Factfulness: Ten Reasons We’re Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling Connect With John Donovan: John Donovan on LinkedInThis Episode is Sponsored By:Beratung AdvisorsHenne JewelersBabb Inc.Subscribe, Rate & Share Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review over on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play.Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Be sure to share your favorite episodes with your friends and colleagues to help us inspire other leaders to grow to their max potential. Support the show at www.patreon.com/l3leadership

Send us a textIn today’s episode, Laura and I share our thoughts on how to lead during times of crisis. Specifically, we'll be sharing our thoughts on how to lead through the Corona Virus epidemic. We believe that in times like this, it's more important than ever to for leaders to speak up and lead well. We hope that this episode will encourage and equip you to lead better in times of crisis.This Episode is Sponsored By:Beratung AdvisorsHenne JewelersBabb Inc.Subscribe, Rate & ShareThanks 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.

Send us a textYou are one relationship away from changing your destiny - how will you plan accordingly? By being intentional with your networking strategy, you can open doors to meetings with leaders you never thought you’d ever have the opportunity to be in the same room with. With the right approach, you have an even greater opportunity to transform your one-time coffee meeting into a long-term mentoring relationship.In today’s episode, I share how to score meetings with anyone, including those at the top of your bucket list. I discuss how to bring a unique proposition to every meeting and add value to the leader sitting at the other end of the table. I also highlight how to show each leader you meet with that you truly know and value who they are, and make yourself unforgettable in their eyes as a result. “You attract who you are, not what you want.” - Doug Smith Today on the L3 Leadership Podcast:The impact that relationships can have on your professional trajectoryOne of the most important personal growth principles to consider if you want to spend time with leadersWhy it is so essential to build your credibility as a leaderThe importance of balancing expectations with gratitudeHow to get started with creating your own bucket listA key question to ask at the end of every meeting you haveHow to effectively reach out and request a meeting with a leaderHow approaching meetings with intentionality and showing respect for people’s timeWhy you should research the person you are connecting with before the meetingWhat to bring to your meetings and why you should take notesThe importance of following up with a thought-out thank you noteWhen, and under what conditions, you should ask for a second meetingThis Episode is Sponsored By:Beratung AdvisorsHenne JewelersBabb Inc.Join Us at the 2nd Annual L3 Leadership Conference!Leaders… You are one idea and one connection away from changing your destiny - and the destiny of your company. If you’re ready to be inspired, motivated, and influenced to change the future of your organization, to lead effectively, and to inspire others within your company and community - join us for our 2nd annual L3 Leadership Conference.When: March 13, 2020 Where: Pittsburgh Marriott North, Pittsburgh, PA Registration: www.L3OneDay.comUse the promo code: Podcast to receive an exclusive discount on your ticket price.Subscribe, Rate & ShareThanks 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.

Send us a textSister entrepreneurs Kay and Shi are the owners of the Squeeze In Restaurant Group. The duo helped grow Squeeze In from a family restaurant into a national brand that serves millions of guests in 12 locations across four states and generates 10 million dollars in annual revenue. Today, Kay and Shi join me to share their lives as entrepreneurs and the secrets to planning world-class events. They illustrate how they became part of the family business and explain how they evolved as the leaders that they are today. They also reveal the biggest mistakes first-time event planners make, as well as underscore the importance of visualizing an event from the perspective of an attendee. “Success requires support, community, cultivation, and mentorship.” - Shila MorrisToday on the L3 Leadership Podcast:Developing leadership skills and why leaders are made and not bornHow John Maxwell inspired Kay and Shi to become leaders and expand their businessThe impact of focusing on people, systems, and efficiencies and how they helped scale Squeeze InHow Kay and Shi invest in their employees and why it’s difficult for smaller businesses to invest in people and cultureHow Kay and Shi developed their marketing and event planning skillsHow to organize and plan a world-class event and the importance of focusing on attendee experienceThe biggest mistakes first-time event planners makeHow to assess an organization’s marketing successHow Kay and Shi maintain work-life balance and avoid burnoutResources Mentioned:From Rags to Restaurants: The Secret Recipe by Misty YoungThe 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader by John MaxwellConnect with Kay and Shi:Squeeze In Restaurant GroupMentorship Quest PodcastKay and Shi on InstagramKay and Shi on TwitterKay and Shi on FacebookKay Salerno on LinkedInShila Morris on LinkedInThis Episode is Sponsored By:Beratung AdvisorsHenne JewelersBabb Inc.Join Us at the 2nd Annual L3 Leadership Conference!Leaders… You are one idea and one connection away from changing your destiny - and the destiny of your company. If you’re ready to be inspired, motivated, and influenced to change the future of your organization, to lead effectively, and to inspire others within your company and community - join us for our 2nd annual L3 Leadership Conference. Registration: L3OneDay.com use the promo code Podcast to receive an exclusive discount. Subscribe, Rate & Share the L3 Leadership PodcastIf you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play to subscribe and leave us a rating and review.

Send us a textClint Hurdle is the former manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, a position he held for nine seasons, earning him the title of NL Manager of the Year in 2013. Before working with the Pirates, Clint managed the Colorado Rockies and helped them achieve the 2007 National League pennant. Clint formerly played baseball for the Kansas City Royals along with the Cincinnati Reds, St. Louis Cardinals, and New York Mets and was featured in Sports Illustrated in 1978.Today, Clint joins me to share the life and leadership philosophies he has developed throughout his sports management career. Clint highlights his belief in the importance of honesty, transparency, and open communication when working with others and the role of faith and service in his life. Clint also discusses why we tend to resonate more with failure than success and how to use setbacks along the journey to propel us towards more ambitious goals. “You model the behavior you want to instill in others.” - Clint HurdleToday on the L3 Leadership Podcast:What Clint learned about leadership in transitioning from player to coach What Clint feels is the “greatest separator,” the quickest way to build trust, and why boundaries within relationships are importantPutting truth, empathy, and humanity first, even in tough professional conversations How to actively gain wisdom and the importance of finding your personal “why”Why people tend to relate more to failure than excellenceThe value of investing time in people and Clint’s philosophies on money and happinessClint’s views on praise, criticism, choices, consequences, and his “Mount Rushmore group”What young leaders should know about failure and vulnerability The importance of being present and doing one thing at a timeResources Mentioned:It Worked For Me: In Life and Leadership by Dr. Colin Powell John Wooden - Pyramid of SuccessNote to Self by Stephen J. NesbittConnect with Clint Hurdle:Clint Hurdle websiteThis Episode is Sponsored By:Beratung AdvisorsHenne JewelersBabb Inc.Join Us at the 2nd Annual L3 Leadership Conference! Leaders… You are one idea and one connection away from changing your destiny - and the destiny of your company. If you’re ready to be inspired, motivated, and influenced to change the future of your organization, to lead effectively, and to inspire others within your company and community - join us for our 2nd annual L3 Leadership Conference.Register: L3OneDay.com use promo code Podcast to receive an exclusive discount! Subscribe, Rate & ShareThanks 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.