The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

Send us a textAnthony ONeal is a thought leader on topics including money, life, and education. He is the best-selling author of Debt-Free Degree and Graduate Survival Guide: 5 Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make in College.  Anthony, who turned his life around after being massively in debt at the age of nineteen, is a public speaker providing valuable insight to teenagers and millennials around the country on how to start their lives and careers on the right track. He has been featured on CNN, Fox News, and the Dave Ramsey Show. Today, Anthony joins me to discuss the ideas and strategies from his book Debt-Free Degree and share his insights on how to approach the education system without going into debt. He shares his thoughts on student loan forgiveness and how ending student loans would impact the cost of college. “The caliber of your future will be determined by the choices you make today.” -  Anthony ONealToday on the L3 Leadership Podcast:Why Ramsey Solutions focuses on addressing the student debt crisisInsight into Anthony’s book Debt-Free Degree, and the intended purpose of the bookThe impact of student loans, and whether they set up young people for success or failureHow to get through college debt-free Advice for students and families who haven’t financially planned for post-secondary school Whether a traditional educational route is necessary for successThe common motivation most young people have for making their educational decisionsAnthony’s thoughts on student loan forgiveness, and when he believes the government should play a role in student loans Connect with Anthony ONeal:Anthony ONealDebt-Free Degree by Anthony ONealTeen Entrepreneur Toolbox: The Small-Business Guide for Teens by Anthony ONealGraduate Survival Guide: 5 Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make in College by Anthony ONealDebt-Free Degree Scholarship SearchThis 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 discountSubscribe, Rate & Share 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. 

Send us a textWill you put yourself in rooms that will grow your leadership capabilities this year? Attending in-person leadership events is a crucial aspect of gaining professional insight and making connections that could lead you in any number of directions.  By attending conferences such as the L3 Leadership Conference and bringing your team with you, you can tap into your potential and open doors to grow your leadership, your network, and your future. Today, I discuss why you should incorporate attending professional events such as the L3 Leadership Conference into your leadership development strategy. I share why connecting with people in-person is so crucial and why you need to delve into the heart of leadership, not merely focusing on short-term strategies and tactics.  I also highlight a bit of background on the L3 Leadership Conference and why I hope you will attend this year or in one of the many years to come.  “If we can transform the world one leader at a time, then all of our effort is worth it.” -  Doug SmithToday on the L3 Leadership Podcast:The value of attending professional leadership events and why it is essential to bring your team with youWhy we decided to launch the L3 Leadership ConferenceThe importance of consistently investing in yourself and your developmentWhy it is essential to go deeper than leadership tactics and skills aloneThe difference between what you do and who you are becoming in businessHow you can help empower the mission of the L3 Leadership Conference Resources Mentioned:Gerald BrooksAndy StanleyThe Laws of Lifetime Growth by Dan SullivanThis 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: Friday, March 13, 2020 Where: Pittsburgh Marriott North, Pittsburgh, PA Registration: www.L3OneDay.comExclusive Discount for L3 Leadership Podcast Listeners! Use the promo code: Podcast to receive an exclusive discount on your ticket price. See you there! Subscribe, 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 and like us on Facebook.

Send us a textJohn Nuzzo is a senior pastor at Victory Family Church in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, which he founded with his wife, Michelle, 26 years ago. Victory Family Church aims to help people know God, find freedom, discover their purpose, and ultimately make a difference. John is a dedicated leader with a deep desire to multiply his impact while equipping and empowering the next generation to lead.  Today, John joins me to share some of his insights from his decades of leadership experience, highlighting some of the defining lessons to be gained from each decade. He emphasizes the importance of knowing your mission and purpose, prioritizing impact over achievement, and not letting the specifics of goals outweigh the depth of your calling. John also shares the importance of gratitude, the harmful nature of pride, and why it is essential to stay focused and never quit.“Stop telling people what you aren’t and be who you are.” - John Nuzzo Today on the L3 Leadership Podcast: John’s leadership journey, and what he has learned in the past 3-5 yearsWhy yielding to God, serving people and being honest is important The importance of connecting to the next generation and equipping them to leadHow awareness about your mortality can impact your perspective on lifeWhat John feels is one of the worst emotions in the worldLessons for leaders in their 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50sThe importance of prioritizing your values over the specifics of what you are doingWhat we tend to overestimate and underestimate when it comes to our goalsHow goals shift and change as you grow older and wiserThe decade John feels is the “ideal decade of your life”The trap of comparison, and why you should focus on who you are, not who you aren’tWhy the book Hero Maker had such a profound impact on JohnHow John’s faith in God helped him overcome addictionResources Mentioned:  Hero Maker by Dave Ferguson and Warren BirdConnect with John Nuzzo:Victory Family ChurchLinkedInFacebookThis 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 on Friday, March 13, 2020. Register: L3OneDay.com use promo code Podcast to receive an exclusive discountSubscribe, Rate & Share 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.

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 and have lunch with him earlier this month. In today’s episode, I share the top 10 lessons I learned from my lunch with John Maxwell. I discuss the difference between being a ‘people pleaser’ and being a ‘people leader’ and the lessons I learned from John about making the jump from pleasing others to leading them. I share the insight John provided about growing and developing company teams and the importance of being intentional. “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 peopleJohn’s advice and insight on developing your teamThe process John uses to recruit new leadersThe importance of trusting in God to provide what you need to grow and succeedJohn’s perspective on branding and making a name for yourselfJohn’s thoughts on vision-casting, fundraising, and mentoring othersThe value of creating unforgettable experiences The importance of being prepared to pay the price to achieve your goals and dreamsFocusing on building your integrity and characterResources:●      Developing the Leader Within You 2.0 by John C. MaxwellThis 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 on Friday, March 13, 2020. Register: L3OneDay.com use promo code Podcast to receive an exclusive discountSubscribe, Rate & Share 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. 

Send us a textSaleem Ghubril is the Executive Director of The Pittsburgh Promise, a nonprofit organization that strives to strengthen the region’s urban youth, inspire systematic change, fund scholarships for post-secondary education, and empower a prepared and diverse regional workforce. Saleem is a passionate advocate for children and youth throughout Pittsburgh. In 1985, he founded The Pittsburgh Project, a community development organization dedicated to providing hundreds of vulnerable senior citizens each year with free home renovations by mobilizing thousands of young volunteers throughout the community. He is a volunteer co-pastor at the Mosaic Community Presbyterian Church and a member of the board for The Buhl Foundation, Vibrant Pittsburgh, and the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh.Today, I share a One Day Flashback of Saleem’s talk at the L3 Leadership Conference last year. Saleem shares the lessons he has learned about leadership from two children and two senior citizens. He explains why it’s important for leaders to see the radiance in every person they encounter, without qualifiers. He shares how he learned the importance of valuing the people around him and how he learned the value of dreaming big, setting big goals and high expectations, and living your life to be consistent with your words. He also shares why it’s important for leaders to become agents of healing, hope, and help for those within their communities and throughout the world. “Words that bring healing, and bring hope, and bring help - leaders, we are the ones charged with that.” - Saleem Ghubril Today on the L3 Leadership Podcast:Saleem’s upbringing and experience with growing up in the Middle EastThe power of seeing the light and ‘radiance’ - without qualifiers - in everyone we encounterThe importance of seeing the value of those around youThe power of dreaming big, setting big goals and high expectations, and demonstrating a life that is consistent with your wordsHow leaders are charged with becoming agents of healing, hope, and help in their communities and the worldConnect with Saleem Ghubril:The Pittsburgh PromiseTwitterLinkedInThis 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 on Friday, March 13, 2020. Register: L3OneDay.com use promo code Podcast to receive an exclusive discountSubscribe, Rate & Share 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. 

Send us a textToday we are having a special episode in honor of our 2nd annual L3 One Day Conference that is coming up on Friday, March 13th, 2020. Today, you'll get to hear a talk from L3 One Day 2019 by my friend and mentor, Matt Keller, Pastor of Next Level Church in Ft. Myers Florida. He kicked off our first conference with a talk called, "The Leader that Succeeds today." It's incredible. I want you to hear it so you can get a preview of the kind of talks that will be at L3 One Day 2020. We have an incredible lineup of speakers for you this year at L3 One Day: we have Jeff Henderson, Author of the Book "For" who works at Northpoint Church for Andy Stanley and worked at Chik-fil-a corporate prior that. We have Laura Ellsworth who is the Partner in Charge of Global  Community Service Initiatives at Jones Day and is one of the best speakers I've heard. Bill Strickland, Founder and Chairman of the Bidwell Training Center here in Pittsburgh, Greg Weimer, Partner of Confluence Financial, and more. I believe you are one idea and one connection away from changing your destiny and the destiny of your organization. Leaders get into the room! You have no idea what you miss when you're not in the room. I love what Gerald Brooks said about being in the room: "Leadership can be taught, but it has to be caught. When you're in a room with high-level leaders, you feel it. It's not the lesson you need, it's the life of a leader you need."I know for me, the life of the leaders I've been able to connect with has meant everything for my growth. Please join us! We're offering a special discount for podcast listeners. Go to http://www.L3oneday.com/register and use the Promo Code: Podcast to get 10% off of your ticket. About Matt Keller: Matt Keller is the founding pastor of Next Level Church in Fort Myers, Florida. Known for his passionate and humorous communication style, Matt travels and speaks frequently, inspiring and teaching leadership both inside and outside of the church world. Matt writes frequent articles on his website, www.mattkelleronline.com and can be found on Twitter @matthewkeller. Matt & his wife Sarah have two boys, Will & Drew. Matt’s favorite candy continues to be Skittles.Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3CBHbRL6rJtSXwpKBaamNo?si=8ZllK41EQnaKHcqNkNUj5wListen on Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes495751888/l3-leadership-podcastListen on Tunein: http://tun.in/piVUO Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu Our Vision: L3 Leadership exists to build and develop a community of leaders that grow to their maximum potential, develop the courage to pursue their dreams, and to become great leaders in their families, communities, cities, nations, and their world. If you have an idea for a future podcast you would like to hear or a leader you would like me to interview, e-mail me at dougsmith@l3leadership.org.

Send us a textIn this episode, you'll hear Doug Smith share the top lessons he learned in 2019. He shares lessons on expanding your capacity, leadership, mentoring, loving people, and faith. To download the show notes or to see a transcript, go to http://www.l3leadership.org/episode236.About Doug Smith: Doug is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission, a non-profit that helps the homeless, in Pittsburgh, PA. He is the Founder of L3 Leadership, a company that connects and develops leaders through training, events, mastermind groups, and membership. He is also the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, where he has interviewed world-class leaders such as Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. Les Parrott, Liz Wiseman, Mike Tomlin, and many others. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others.Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3CBHbRL6rJtSXwpKBaamNo?si=8ZllK41EQnaKHcqNkNUj5wListen on Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes495751888/l3-leadership-podcastListen on Tunein: http://tun.in/piVUO Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu Our Vision: L3 Leadership exists to build and develop a community of leaders that grow to their maximum potential, develop the courage to pursue their dreams, and to become great leaders in their families, communities, cities, nations, and their world. If you have an idea for a future podcast you would like to hear or a leader you would like me to interview, e-mail me at dougsmith@l3leadership.org.

Send us a textIn this episode of the podcast, you will hear our interview with Jenni Catron, Founder of the 4Sight Group. You will hear us talk about the sacred privilege of leading others, women in leadership, coaching, writing, speaking, and more. To download the show notes or to see a transcript, go to http://www.l3leadership.org/episode235.About Jenni Caton: Jenni Catron is the founder of The 4Sight Group, a consulting group focused on developing healthy leaders and thriving organizations through coaching, consulting and culture workshops.She is also a writer, speaker, and leadership expert committed to helping others lead from their extraordinary best.  Jenni’s passion is to lead well and to inspire, equip and encourage others to do the same. She speaks at conferences and churches nationwide, seeking to help others develop their leadership gifts and lead confidently in the different spheres of influence God has granted them.Jenni is the author of several books including Clout: Discover and Unleash Your God-Given Influence and The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership. Jenni blogs here and contributes to a number of other online publications as well. Outreach Magazine has recognized Jenni as one of the 30 emerging influencers reshaping church leadership.A leader who loves “putting feet to vision”. She has served on the executive leadership teams of Menlo Church in Menlo Park, CA and Cross Point Church in Nashville, TN. Prior to ministry leadership, she worked as Artist Development Director in the Christian music industry.Jenni loves a fabulous cup of tea, great books, learning the game of tennis, and hanging out with her husband and their border collie.Our Vision: L3 Leadership exists to build and develop a community of leaders that grow to their maximum potential, develop the courage to pursue their dreams, and to become great leaders in their families, communities, cities, nations, and their world. If you have an idea for a future podcast you would like to hear or a leader you would like me to interview, e-mail me at dougsmith@l3leadership.org.

Send us a textIn this episode of the podcast, you will hear our Founder, Doug Smith, be interviewed by Greg Weimer, Partner of Confluence Financial Partners. To download the show notes or to see a transcript, go to http://www.l3leadership.org/episode234.About Doug Smith:Doug is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission, a non-profit that helps the homeless, in Pittsburgh, PA. He is the Founder of L3 Leadership, a company that connects and develops leaders through training, events, mastermind groups, and membership. He is also the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, where he has interviewed world-class leaders such as Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. Les Parrott, Liz Wiseman, Mike Tomlin, and many others. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others. Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3CBHbRL6rJtSXwpKBaamNo?si=8ZllK41EQnaKHcqNkNUj5wListen on Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes495751888/l3-leadership-podcastListen on Tunein: http://tun.in/piVUO Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu Our Vision: L3 Leadership exists to build and develop a community of leaders that grow to their maximum potential, develop the courage to pursue their dreams, and to become great leaders in their families, communities, cities, nations, and their world. If you have an idea for a future podcast you would like to hear or a leader you would like me to interview, e-mail me at dougsmith@l3leadership.org.

Send us a textIn this episode of the podcast, you will hear our interview with Jeff Henderson. You will hear us discuss Jeff's new book, "Know What You're FOR: A Growth Strategy for Work, An Even Better Strategy for Life".To download the show notes or to see a transcript, go to http://www.l3leadership.org/episode233.About Jeff Henderson: Jeff Henderson believes in the power of words. As an entrepreneur, speaker, pastor and business leader, Jeff is a master communicator at his core. He has witnessed firsthand the capacity for language to dictate vision and for vision to transform the cultures of companies and organizations worldwide. Recently named by Forbes Magazine as one of twenty speakers you shouldn’t miss, Jeff has helped lead three of North Point Ministries’ churches in the Atlanta, GA area since 2003. As a much sought after thought-leader, Jeff knows the value of effective communication to spur growth and believes it is the key to impact change in one’s life ultimately.Jeff has seen this outlook pays dividends in both the nonprofit and for-profit worlds. Prior to serving as a pastor, Jeff worked in marketing with the Atlanta Braves, Callaway Gardens, Lake Lanier Islands and Chick-fil-A, Inc., where he led the company’s sports marketing and regional marketing efforts. Jeff understands what it takes to build something from the ground up having founded several organizations including Champion Tribes, Preaching Rocket, MNTR (fka Launch Youniversity) and The For Company which helps churches and businesses grow by using the FOR strategy. Whether established or emerging, Jeff has a heart for developing leadership.Fueled by the passion to see individuals and businesses thrive, Jeff has become a trusted voice for those who want to see true success in themselves and their sphere of influence. Jeff has a way of inspiring people to reach their maximum potential while understanding that it will not only positively impact one’s company and organization but also establish a legacy of healthy growth.Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3CBHbRL6rJtSXwpKBaamNo?si=8ZllK41EQnaKHcqNkNUj5wListen on Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes495751888/l3-leadership-podcastListen on Tunein: http://tun.in/piVUO Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu Our Vision: L3 Leadership exists to build and develop a community of leaders that grow to their maximum potential, develop the courage to pursue their dreams, and to become great leaders in their families, communities, cities, nations, and their world. If you have an idea for a future podcast you would like to hear or a leader you would like me to interview, e-mail me at dougsmith@l3leadership.org.