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In this episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian Albritton sits down with Jon Green, founder of Green Ties, for a conversation on gentleman conduct, respect, self-belief, mentorship, faith, leadership, and what young men need in a world that often gives them very little guidance on how to carry themselves well.

Jon shares the moment from a young men’s conference that sparked one of the most memorable lines in the episode: “I don’t know if you should respect me, but do I respect myself? Absolutely.” That moment opens a wider conversation about self-respect, eye contact, human dignity, apology, and why real standards cannot depend on how other people behave.

The conversation also gets personal. Jon talks about growing up in a single-parent home, feeling the absence of mentorship, navigating both athletics and the streets, and how those experiences shaped his conviction to build something that could help the younger version of himself. He explains why Green Ties exists, why he focuses on at-risk young men, and why belief, language, self-respect, and presentation all matter more than most people realize.

One of the strongest parts of the episode is Jon’s blueprint for young men. He talks about dreaming bigger, expanding vocabulary, taking your appearance seriously, learning how to articulate emotion, and understanding that talent only takes you so far if work ethic, character, and people skills are missing. He also makes the case that keeping your word may be one of the most underrated leadership skills a person can build.

This episode is for anyone trying to lead themselves better, mentor young men, raise stronger sons, or understand why respect, self-control, and standards still matter in a modern world.

Jon Green
Founder of Green Ties

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• Website: https://greenties.org
  
  
• Instagram: @greenties_org

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A lot of people think they need more confidence, more discipline, or more motivation.

A lot of the time, that is not the real issue.

The deeper issue is self-trust.

In this solo episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian breaks down how self-trust actually gets built, why so many people lose it, and what it takes to rebuild it in real life. This is not about hype, positive thinking, or pretending you are more confident than you are. It is about evidence. It is about follow-through. It is about becoming someone who does what they said they were going to do.

Dorian explains why broken self-trust usually does not happen in one big moment. It happens in patterns. Vague commitments, inconsistent follow-through, too many open loops, and repeated promises to yourself that never fully land. Over time, those patterns shape how much you believe your own word.

This episode also breaks down the loop that builds self-trust:
clear commitment,
follow-through,
evidence,
stronger belief next time.

If you have been feeling inconsistent, frustrated with yourself, or tired of starting over, this episode will give you a clearer way to think about what is actually going on and how to fix it.

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In this episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian Albritton sits down with marketing strategist, podcast host, and founder of 2 Mile High Marketing, Kelly Schuknecht, for a conversation on personal branding, content consistency, thought leadership, imposter syndrome, women in leadership, remote work, and what it really takes to step from behind the scenes into a more visible role.

Kelly shares the early career moments that helped her realize where she was actually strongest, including her shift from direct nonprofit work into the administrative, training, and strategy side of organizations. That self-awareness eventually led her into publishing, marketing, and later into helping others build their own thought leadership platforms.

One of the biggest themes in this conversation is identity. Kelly talks honestly about spending years as the person behind the person, helping other leaders build visibility while staying comfortably in the background herself. When she launched her own company, she had to confront the internal barrier of imposter syndrome and make the shift into becoming the visible voice of her own work.

Dorian and Kelly also get into practical strategies for personal branding. Kelly breaks down the value of consistent content, choosing the right platform for your audience, turning real experiences into teaching moments, and why quality engagement matters more than follower count. She also makes a strong case for podcast guesting as a powerful way to create content, expand reach, and establish authority.

Another important part of the episode is Kelly’s passion for supporting women in the workplace. She shares her own experiences navigating motherhood and career pressure, the importance of remote work, and why more women in leadership roles make organizations stronger.

This episode is for anyone trying to build a brand, grow influence, put themselves out there more consistently, or find the courage to move from hidden work into visible leadership.

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Kelly Schuknecht

Founder, 2 Mile High Marketing
Host of Beyond the Bestseller
Website: http://www.kellyschuknecht.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyschuknecht

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kellyschuknecht

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorcoachingwithkelly

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