Leadership lessons come from a wide array of experiences. When a man well versed with service and protecting consumers found that his industry was shifting, he carved his own niche.

Meet Sean Hicks, the CEO and co-owner of New Leaf Service Contracts.
Service contracts can be interesting? They can. But that’s not what we talk about here. It’s the man who sees them through to the companies who present them that’s pretty interesting.

Watch what Sean and I have to say about leadership, culture, and service.

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And check out what Sean and his team offer at www.NewLeafSC.net

In this powerful episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell welcomes leadership veteran Rich Bledsoe, whose journey from vocational school tinkerer to senior vice president of a multinational corporation is anything but ordinary. Rich shares how growing up with limited means helped shape his drive for excellence, both professionally and personally. He talks about embracing opportunity, even when it veers from your plan, and how mentorship—both received and given—has been a key factor in his leadership evolution. Through personal stories about guiding his children, repositioning team members to thrive, and confronting his own growth edges, Rich reveals what it really means to lead with purpose and clarity.

The conversation also dives into pivotal coaching moments between Wayne and Rich, including how to navigate difficult relationships at the executive level, lean into your strengths, and develop a leadership philosophy grounded in integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Rich reflects on learning piano in retirement, making peace with being a “field general,” and his commitment to lifting others through mentorship. Whether you're an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, this episode delivers timeless lessons about growth, humility, and redefining excellence at every stage of life.

What if your stress, your “I’m fine,” and your daily grind were actually symptoms of something deeper—dis-ease, not ease? What if there was a way to live with more joy, more vitality, and yes… more bliss?

Dr. Roberta Garceau joins me to share the heart of her new book, Bliss, Not Burnout, and her powerful message for anyone stuck in survival mode. We talk about thriving—not just getting by—and how you can reconnect with what matters most.

Key points in this episode:
• Elemental Wellness
• Embodied Self-Awareness
• Tools You Can Actually Use (Right Away)

You’ll hear how ancient wisdom from Ayurveda blends beautifully with practical, real-world tools that fit your busy life. We also dive into Roberta’s personal growth journey—from dentistry to author, speaker, and wellness leader—and how coaching helped her think bigger, stretch further, and show up more powerfully in the world.

She didn’t stop at “good enough.” And you don’t have to either.

If you’re feeling like burnout is creeping in, this conversation will open up something new for you. Find Dr. Roberta Garceau at drrobertagarceau.com, on LinkedIn, or follow her weekly yoga-inspired wellness tips on Instagram and Facebook (@MyYogaJoy).