Leadership & Love

EP 22: Visibility Matters: How Women Leaders Can Build Personal Brand and Lead with Confidence

Be seen. Be heard. Lead with confidence. Louie Sharp welcomes visibility strategist Dawn Stebbing for a compelling conversation on how women can unlock their inner confidence, elevate their presence, and lead with authenticity. From personal branding and integrity-driven leadership to aligning outer appearance with inner voice, Dawn shares heartfelt insights and transformative strategies for stepping into visibility, earning respect, and inspiring others.

Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (podcast time stamps)

• Use three to five words that represent who you are to guide your personal branding. (13:59)
• Practice Mirror Work to improve self-love and confidence. (44:59)
• Write a list of 100 accomplishments to boost self-esteem and motivation. (48:35)
• Contact Dawn Stebbing to receive her Visibility Code: 7 Secrets to Standing Out, Leading with Confidence & Unlocking Success (dawnstebbing.com)

#WomenInLeadership #PersonalBranding #LeadershipConfidence #ProfessionalPresence #AuthenticLeadership #DawnStebbing#LeadershipandLove #thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast

EP 21: Win Every Moment: Leadership, Mindset & Growth with Andrew Wingreen

Join Louie Sharp and Andrew Wingreen for an inspiring conversation on leadership, mindset, and personal growth! Andrew shares his game-changing philosophy of leading with love and explains the concept of Win, One, Won—winning every moment, one day at a time. From controlling emotions to building championship habits, this episode is packed with strategies that will transform how you lead, compete, and grow.

✅ Connect with Coach Wingreen:  https://www.coachwingreen.com/
✅ Read Coach Wingreen’s favorite book: In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day, written by Mark Batterson.

Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (podcast time stamps)

🔹 2:54 - Leading with Love & 'Win, One, Won' Philosophy
🔹 10:10 - Reacting vs. Responding Intentionally
🔹 13:02 - The Power of Processes & Systems
🔹 16:52 - Returning to the Basics & Simplifying Success
🔹 19:33 - Championship Habits & the Compounding Effect
🔹 22:50 - Redefining Winning & Continuous Improvement
🔹 35:04 - Persistence & Breakthrough Moments
🔹 40:20 - Consistency & Serving Others

#Leadership #MindsetMatters #PersonalDevelopment #WinningMoments #LeadWithLove #SuccessStrategies #GrowthMindset #Coaching #WinOneWon #Entrepreneurship #AndrewWingreen #LeadershipandLove #thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast

EP 20: 3 Leadership Habits That Make or Break Cultures

Want to create a workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and motivated to succeed? In this episode, Louie Sharp—international speaker, best-selling author, and business growth strategist—breaks down three key leadership traits that drive a positive and productive company culture: engaging directly with employees, embracing failure as a learning tool, and mastering effective communication. Transform the way you connect with your team!

Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (podcast time stamps)

✨ People are the Greatest Resource (1:13). The impact of human connection in leadership.

✨ Manage by Wandering Around (1:36)  Engage with employees beyond work-related tasks and praise successes rather than seek out mistakes.

✨ Allow Employees to Fail (5:03) Why mistakes should be viewed as investments.

✨Communication is key: Be Present & Listen (10:14) Practical techniques for better workplace interactions.

✨Consistency & Implementation (15:28)  How to make leadership strategies part of daily practice.

#Leadership Culture #TeamManagement #EmployeeDevelopment #CommunicationStrategies #WorkplaceCulture #Positive Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #MistakeManagement #LeadershipandLove #thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast

EP 19: Culture is Driven by Leadership: How to Build High-Performance Teams

Looking for fresh insights on leadership and workplace culture? In this episode, leadership experts Dennis Mellen and Louie Sharp break down the keys to high-performance teams and positive workplace cultures. From the transformational impact of servant leadership to the four C’s—communicate, connect, commit, and care—they share actionable strategies to elevate your leadership effectiveness.

💡 Visit fullthrottleleadership.com for a free Elite Performance Blueprint. 💡

Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (podcast time stamps)

🔹 Leadership sets the tone for workplace culture (0:07)
🔹 Leaders can use the four C’s—communicate, connect, commit, and care—as a framework for meaningful conversations. (4:43)

🔹 Team collaboration is strengthened when all voices are heard and valued. (12:14)

🔹 Culture building requires continuously fostering environments where open communication is encouraged and expected. (17:15)

#LeadershipCulture #ServantLeadership #TeamPerformance #OrganizationalCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #Culture Change #EmployeeEngagement #DennisMellen #LeadershipandLove #thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast

EP 18: Compassionate Leadership In Action—Beyond the Bottom Line!

Ready to elevate your leadership game? In this episode, Louie Sharp sits down with Shauntel Murphy, a powerhouse executive coach and author of Influence Yourself in Leadership & Life. With over two decades of corporate experience, Shauntel offers expert insights on bold leadership, achieving balance between wellness and ambition, and building sustainable influence for long-term impact.

She breaks down her GOAL framework—Galvanize vision, Optimize influence, Align actions, and Leverage legacy—helping leaders gain clarity, build strong networks, and create a lasting legacy. Join this dynamic conversation packed with actionable insights. Discover the power of mindfulness in leadership, the importance of compassion and self-grace, and how reverse mentorship fosters innovation.

💡 Ready to take the lead in your own life?
 Grab your copy of "Influence Yourself in Leadership & Life" and start the journey toward personal transformation and empowered decision-making. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gT2mk_YB

Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (podcast time stamps)

🔹 Identify negative influences & avoid fear-based decisions (3:20)
🔹 True leadership starts with compassion—make teams feel valued! (9:22)
🔹 Use reverse mentorship to bridge generational gaps & drive innovation (18:46)

#Mindset #InfluenceYourself #ReverseMentoring #SelfAwareness #LeadFromWithin #ShauntelMurphy #LeadershipandLove #thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast

EP 17: Orchestrating Success—Leadership, Communication, and Gratitude!

What separates a good event from a game-changing experience? Join Louie Sharp as he sits down with Colleen Murphy, powerhouse event producer and founder of Orchestr8, to unlock the secrets of seamless event execution and how to lead with love! Whether you're an event planner, business leader, or visionary looking to create unforgettable experiences, this episode is packed with game-changing insights to help you level up.

In this episode, Colleen reveals:

✅ The 8-step event questionnaire that prevents planning disasters.
✅ The power of a clear vision and how it drives success.
✅ How to lead diverse teams with confidence and avoid communication breakdowns.
✅ The art of pivoting under pressure when things don’t go as planned.
✅ A behind-the-scenes look at producing a major event for the Dalai Lama.

🎧 Don’t miss out—tune in now!

🔗 Learn more about Colleen & event planning: Orchestr8.biz
🔗 Connect with Colleen on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/orchestr8
🔗 Get inspired with Byron Katie’s Loving What Is: thework.org

 

 Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (Podcast Highlights) ⌛
  7:08 – Align events with a clear vision to streamline decision-making.
13:25 – Rally your team around a shared vision for maximum impact.
17:50 – Handle difficult personalities with positive communication & culture-setting.
23:36 – Mistakes aren’t failures—they’re process breakdowns! Learn to pivot.
27:01 – Manage stress with Byron Katie’s Loving What Is methodology.
33:39 – Channel the resilience of buffalo—charge into challenges head-on!
39:49 – Progress happens in small steps—don’t wait for the big wins!
51:50 – Elevate volunteer experiences with the “under-promise, over-deliver” method

#definevision #eventplanning #perseverance #processbreakdowns #ColleenMahon #LovingWhatIs #LeadershipandLove #thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast

EP 16: Winning Leaders Make Champion Choices Consistently—Mindset to Lead Yourself with Love!

Unlock the secrets to leadership excellence with Louie Sharp—international speaker, bestselling author, and business growth strategist. In this episode, Louie reveals how winning leaders make champion choices consistently, leading to lasting success. Discover the three essential pillars—body, mind, and emotions—plus a powerful fourth element: fun! Learn how small, intentional shifts in your thoughts, words, and actions can transform the way you lead. Listen, follow, and share now to start leading with love and making a bigger impact!

Ready to take your leadership and personal growth to the next level? Here’s how you can get started with Louie Sharp today!

🚀 Book a FREE 30-minute coaching session—whether for life or business, Louie will help you gain clarity and create a winning strategy. Schedule now!

📩 Get personalized guidance—email Louie at louie@thegiftedleader.com to start building daily habits that drive success.

🎤 Bring Louie’s transformational message to your audience—discover his powerful keynote speaking engagements here.

🎧 Level up your emotional intelligence—watch Louie’s podcast episode with Mike Jones and learn how to strengthen and harness your emotions. Click to watch!

Take action today—your next breakthrough starts now!

Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (podcast time stamps)

• Download the YUKA app to scan product barcodes for nutritional value. (7:50)
• Start each day with a 12-16 ounce glass of water. (8:40)
• Eat one item with only one ingredient daily. (8:40)
• Write down three things you're grateful for every day. (11:48)
• Read a book for 10 minutes every morning. (11:48)
• Use the HOOPLA app for free access to audiobooks from local libraries. (13:17)
• Think of joyful memories to shift emotional states. (14:56)
• Make two lists: fun activities that cost no money and those that do. (19:51)
• Identify one area (body, mind, or emotions) to work on and start making changes today. (21:42)

#Winningleaders #Championchoices #Leadership #Body #Mindset #Emotions #Health #yukaapp #hooplaapp #LeadershipandLove #thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast

EP 15: Winning Through Mindset: Lessons from Sales and Volleyball

In this compelling episode, Louie Sharp interviews Kate McGrath, highlighting her deep experience in team management, coaching, and the insurance industry. Kate details the power of mindset, recalling experiences where positive and negative thoughts manifested into reality. She describes how to control thoughts and start each day with gratitude to grow a positive mindset.

Collectively, Louie and Kate discuss strategies for managing negativity and self-doubt. They lean into why self-love is important and how to choose happiness. What’s more, they ask leaders to help team members achieve small wins. The ability to tailor coaching and reward team members creates opportunities to lead with love.

Louie’s Leadership & Love Nugs (podcast time stamps)

• Start the day with gratitude to foster a positive mindset. (4:45)
• Create a daily list of tasks to tackle, which will give you a sense of direction and accomplishment. (5:09)
• Make two lists: one of fun activities that don't cost money and another of activities that do. (15:45)
• Lead by example through positivity and energy to create a contagious effect. (17:30)
• Help team members achieve small wins and believe in their abilities. (23:16)
• Tailor coaching and reward team member based on their preferences. (28:37)
• Learn about people's families and hobbies, seeking common ground to build quality relationships with team members. (35:51)
• Reach out to Kate via email: Kate_McGrath@us.aflac.com

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#mindset #positivity #energy #coaching #smallwins #LeadershipandLove #Thegiftedleader #LouieSharp #Podcast