Ep. 242: He didn’t speak until he was three. Today, he’s the one asking the tough questions on national television—broadcasting from war zones, pressing political leaders, and keeping his cool when chaos unfolds live. In this heartfelt episode, Leland shares how his father’s fierce love—and some brutally honest coaching—transformed him.

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Ep. 241: UC Irvine Volleyball shaped this longtime Pure Barre exec’s belief in staying ready. She shares how being called off the bench during a game-winning point shaped her mindset as a Chief Marketing Officer.

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-Her two-question nightly ritual that sharpens focus and fuels growth

-How to replace "cannot" with a growth mindset

-How to lead with warmth without lowering expectations

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Ep. 240: University of Toledo Baseball shaped his belief in showing up with pride—even when the scoreboard says otherwise. He shares how a blunt rejection from a scout and a cold-call to a bank exec changed his career path.

“You are going to be great at something,” a baseball scout informed him. “Just not baseball.” OUCH!

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