The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Doug shares what he’s learned about success and how we should define and measure success in our lives. About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive.com, is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, and is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who currently works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others. 4 Key Takeaways:1. Doug talks about the ways in which he’s improperly defined and measured success in his life.2. Understanding your own personal potential is key to happiness.3. He talks about how having faith can put you on the path to success.4. Not giving up is necessary for having a successful life.Quotes From the Episode: “If you’re defining and measuring your success in comparison to others, then I’m telling you, you have it all wrong.”“I measure success based on my whole life, not just part of it.”“If you don’t start where you are, you stay where you are.”Resources MentionedMicah Tyler EpisodeConnect with Doug:Website | Twitter | Facebook | Linkedin | Instagram

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Lisa Bevere and Doug talk about her ministry, raising kids, leadership, and her message to women in today’s world.About Lisa Bevere: Lisa Bevere believes in women and empowers them by weaving the practical with the profound truth of God’s Word in award-winning curriculums and best-selling books (Lioness Arising, Fight Like a Girl, Nurture, Kissed the Girls and Made Them Cry, and more). Her heart breaks over social injustice. As an advocate for change, she rallies others to be an answer to desperate problems near and far. She and her husband John Bevere co-founded Messenger International, an organization established to teach, reach, and rescue. Lisa is the mother of four sons and grandmother of three. 5 Key Takeaways:1. Lisa talks about how through her marriage, she found her calling in ministry.2. She shares one of her difficult experiences as a woman in the church and how she was able to move past it.3. Lisa gives advice to leaders on how to steward what God has given them in order to move forward in their ministry.4. She talks about what worked for her and John as parents.5. Lisa discusses her thoughts on modern-day femininity. Quotes From the Episode:“I do believe that women were created to have a voice.”“You’ll never look strong by making others look weak.”“Let your critics refine you, not define you.”“Pursue him and he’ll reveal you.”Resources MentionedFight Like A Girl by Lisa BevereConnect with Lisa:Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube 

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Al Lopus, cofounder, and CEO of Best Christian Workplaces Institute talks about the assessment he created that helps organizations assess, measure, and improve their overall health and engagement. He also talks about what factors play the biggest role in the health of an organization and some tips on the key elements to building a great organization.About Al Lopus: Al Lopus is the CEO and Cofounder of Best Christian Workplaces Institute, founded in 2002. The Institute provides research-based measurement tools and culture change advisory services with a single vision: to help Christian organizations set the standard as the best, most effective workplaces in the world.At BCWI, Al has conducted the broadest-ever employee opinion survey of Christian workers. The comprehensive Employee Engagement Survey includes more than 300 churches and over 900 Christian organizations overall, representing 233,000 full-time employees around the world.  Al has also developed the Culture Consulting services and 360 Leadership Review process at BCWI.Al is a recognized author, speaker, and consultant helping Christian leaders and organizations flourish. He publishes a weekly blog, highlighting a Best Christian Workplace, and The Flourishing Culture Podcast, featuring tips from Christian leaders on how to build a flourishing culture. Key Takeaways:1. Al shares the background and the vision for Best Christian Workplaces.2. He talks about the keys that boost and drive employee engagement.3. Al talks about his experience with turning around the culture at an organization.4. He shares his views on diversity within organizations and why he finds diversity is important for effectiveness within the workplace.Quotes From the Episode:“When you’ve got a lot of engaged employees, you’re going to make great progress as an organization.”“It’s diversity that brings innovation and effectiveness as an organization.” “The leader’s first job is to understand and communicate reality.”“Feedback is the breakfast of champions”.Resources Mentioned:Halftime by Bob BufordChristianity Today MagazineGlobal Leadership SummitBest Christian Workplaces Employee Engagement SurveyRoad to Flourishing by Al LopusTraction by Gino WickmanTransitions by William BridgesSaint John of the Cross by Fr. Donald HaggertyConnect with Al:Website | Twitter 

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Heather talks about how to discern your calling in life, what it’s like to minister to leaders in Washington DC, advice to women in leadership, what she’s learned in politics and so much more. About Heather Zempel: Heather Zempel is the Discipleship Pastor and Campus Ministries Director at National Community Church in Washington, DC. She is the author of several books, including Big Change, Small Groups, a how-to book for small group leaders of adult small groups. She lives on Capitol Hill with her husband, Ryan, and energetic daughter, Sawyer. She loves growing as a leader, discipiling the next generation, and watching SEC football.4 Key Takeaways:1. Heather talks about when she knew ministry and discipleship were her calling.2. She shares some insight into what it’s like working in DC.3. Heather discusses how she’s worked to incorporate the church into local DC businesses. 4. She gives some valuable advice to women leaders who may find themselves faced with challenges. Quotes From the Episode:“Calling is multi-dimensional… There’s who we’re called to minister to,... there’s where we’re called to do it and there’s what we’re called to do.”“I think so much of leadership rises and falls on your character.”“Check your ego at the door.”Resources Mentioned:Practice of the Presence of God Brother LawrenceWater from a Deep Well Gerald L. Sittser and Eugene H. PetersonChurch History in Plain Language by Bruce ShelleyJesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes by Kenneth E. BaileyBooks by Patrick LincioniBooks by The Heath BrothersRange David EpsteinThe Chronicles of Narnia C.S. LewisConnect with Heather: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, you’ll hear John Bevere share what he believes is the key to longevity in leadership, his new book, and why every leader needs to be and remain in awe of God.About John Bevere: John is an international minister and best-selling author known for his bold and uncompromising approach to God’s Word. His resources have been translated into over 110 languages, and over 40 million copies have been given away worldwide. When he’s home in Nashville, you can find John playing competitive card games with his four sons or trying to convince Lisa to take up golf.4 Key Takeaways:1. John talks about how he found his callings in ministry and leadership and how he finds longevity in leadership.2. He shares some advice about parenting and teaching children to be in awe of God. 3. John talks about what it means to him to hear from God.4. He challenges listeners to consider how they’re living now in relation to how they’ll live in eternity. Quotes From the Episode:“I believe longevity of leadership and effectiveness of leadership is always going to be directly related to how truly humble we are.”“God wants us to learn how he speaks to us.”Resources Mentioned:In Awe of God by John BevereDriven by Eternity by John BevereMessengerX AppConnect with John:Website | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, you’ll hear part 2 of the lessons Doug learned in 2022 which include lessons and resources surrounding marriage, parenting, money, and leadership.About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive.com, is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, and is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who currently works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others.Key Takeaways:1. Doug shares some tips and resources for keeping your marriage healthy.2. He gives some great resources for parenting and discusses why he finds scheduling time with his kids so important.3. Doug talks about how giving and financial freedom can be transformative.4.  He shares some insight into some of the most impactful leadership tips he’s picked up over 2022.Quotes From the Episode:“You don’t find a great marriage, you build one.”“Schedule time with your family.”“Make sure that you prioritize your kids knowing and walking with God over anything else.”“Be grateful.”Resources Mentioned:The XO ConferenceMarriage on the Rock Audio SeriesRaising Passionate Jesus FollowersFamily TeamsParenting: Getting it Right by Andy and Sandra StanleyPittsburgh PraysPeace UniversityDie with Zero by Bill PerkinsConnect with Doug:Website | Twitter | Facebook | Linkedin | Instagram

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Micah Tyler talks about his journey in becoming a chart-topping Christian artist, his new book, and how he finds faith through difficult times. About Micah Tyler: Micah is a Christian music artist who went from working as a sausage delivery truck driver to getting signed to a record label and playing hundreds of shows across the country. These nights on the road have certainly honed Micah’s purpose for ministry through a growing list of self-penned tunes borne from a place that’s as real as the person he’s trying to be. “These songs are battle-tested,” says Micah. “I want to live the music I’m writing. There are some songs I can’t write because I haven’t lived there yet. When someone comes up to me after a concert and tells me how my songs affected them, I want to make sure they know I can relate.” Key Takeaways:1. Micah talks about how he went from being a youth pastor and sausage delivery truck driver to finding music as his calling.2. He talks about what it was like when his music charted and his career took off.3. He shares what he’s both enjoyed and found challenging with having the platform he now has.4. Micah discusses his new book, Walking Free.Quotes From the Episode:“I’m trying to be faithful to whatever God’s putting in front of me, and that works out a lot better than trying to be successful.”“There are those humbling moments when Jesus brings us back to reality.”“I was so much more grateful to have a record deal at 33 than I would’ve been at 23.”Resources Mentioned:Walking Free by Micah TylerBible AppConnect with Micah:Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, you’ll hear Doug talk about what he’s gained in the last year in the areas of spiritual growth and character development, and tips to help you reach your goals in the same areas of life. About Doug:  Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive.com, is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, and is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who currently works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others.4 Key Takeaways:1. Doug talks about how he changed his views on prayer and how he found the time and discipline to incorporate prayer into his daily life.2. He shares how he learned to listen to God more intently to find the direction he’d been looking for over the past year and a half.3. He speaks on his own personal character development and what helped him grow over 2022.4. Doug talks about why you should be thinking about your finish line.Quotes From the Episode:“Getting older is a gift.”“Start to pray and watch how it changes your life.”“Turn down the dial of people and turn up the dial of God.”“Character development is the most important development.”“Admit it and then quit it and forget it.”Resources Mentioned:The Hour That Changes The World by Dick EastmanWho Not How by Dan SullivanConnect with Doug:Website | Twitter | Facebook | Linkedin | Instagram

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Doug and Vance discuss Vance’s company Overflow, meeting your fundraising goals, and how generosity has the potential to change the world. About Vance Roush: Vance Roush is the Founder and CEO of Overflow and is on a mission to inspire the world to give. Overflow unlocks generosity by empowering nonprofits, churches, and corporations to easily accept non-cash donations, like stocks and crypto, with ease. Outside of Overflow, Vance serves on multiple boards such as Help Online (suicide prevention) and VIVE Church as a founding member. His background is in technology from companies like Google where he started his career. 4 Key Takeaways:1. Vance talks about the mission of Overflow, and how it’s impacted the world of nonprofits and churches.2. He shares his experience with the spiritual community within Silicon Valley and what he believes the future of the spiritual community will look like.3. Vance discusses how he’s successfully raised money for his church, and his mentality surrounding fundraising. 4. He talks about why he believes generosity will change the world.Quotes From the Episode:“There’s credibility in consistency.”“If I can give more people more ways to be more generous, we will have a better world.”“The leaders are the ones with resources.”“Life travels at the speed of relationship.”Resources Mentioned:OverflowThe War of Art by Steven PressfieldThe BibleConnect with Vance:Website | Twitter | Linkedin | Instagram 

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Doug shares some of his favorite tips to have the best year ever!About Doug Smith: Doug Smith is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. He is the author of his eBook, “Making the Most of Mentoring”, a step-by-step guide to help you build and cultivate relationships with mentors. He blogs at dougsmithlive.com, he is the host of the L3 Leadership podcast, and he is a sought-after public speaker. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laura, who currently works as an Account Executive at Ivalua. Together, they love family, personal growth, travel, working out, and serving others.3 Key Takeaways:1. Doug shares his annual routines around goal-setting.2. He talks about his daily agenda.3. He also discusses the habits he has in each area of life that add value to his life.Quotes From the Episode:“Start where you are.”“If you want to be happy, be a growing person.”“The best workout is the one you’ll actually do.”Resources Mentioned:Full Focus PlannerL3 Mastermind GroupTraction by Gino WickmanMission 119Connect with Doug:Website | Twitter | Facebook | Linkedin | Instagram