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This episode is a reset.

As we step into a new year and ahead of Season 2, I wanted to pause and be honest about something I can’t ignore anymore. Amateur leadership isn’t just a workplace problem. It’s a life problem. And for a long time, I was participating in it too.

In this solo episode, I break down what amateur leadership really looks like, why it shows up so easily in our lives, and what it costs us when we let standards slide. I talk openly about where I’ve been reacting instead of leading, avoiding instead of owning, and why I made the decision to stop being casual about becoming dependable.

Using examples from professional sports, leadership psychology, and real life, I define what professional leadership actually means to me now. Not perfection. Not hype. Consistency, preparation, and responsibility.

Think Like a Leader exists to end amateur leadership by helping emerging leaders become the most dependable person in any room they walk into. This episode explains why that mission matters and why it starts with me.

Season 2 begins next week. This is the line in the sand.

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This episode is different. No guest. No script. Just the truth.

As we head into a new year, I wanted to pause and be honest about where I’ve been, what God has been doing in my life, and why Think Like a Leader is shifting into its next chapter. Between grad school, work, building a brand, and growing family responsibilities, life has been stretching me in every direction. And instead of pretending I’m holding it all together, I’m choosing to tell the truth about what’s really been happening behind the scenes.

In this episode, I share the moment I realized I couldn’t white-knuckle my way through life anymore and how that clarity led to a new mission for this show.

Think Like a Leader now exists for one purpose
To end amateur leadership by helping emerging leaders become the most dependable person in any room they walk into.

I break down what this mission means, why faith is no longer something I hide, and what you can expect moving forward:
More honesty. More practical leadership psychology. More 2 percent upgrades. More real tools to help you lead when life is messy, loud, inconvenient, and real.

If you’ve felt the show shifting, this episode explains why.
If you’re tired of weak leadership, this episode is for you.
If something in you knows you’re called to lead better, this is your moment.

Welcome to the new season of Think Like a Leader.

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In this episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian Albritton sits down with Vic Martinez, a retired Command Sergeant Major with 28 years of service in the U.S. Army — including combat tours in Iraq.

Now through Elite Life Coaching, LLC and Martinez Motivation, Vic helps professionals overcome self-doubt, build resilience, and lead with authenticity.

From losing 25 soldiers in combat to guiding executives through personal battles, Vic’s story is a masterclass in courage, preparation, and purpose.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the best leaders are made, not born
• The mindset that turns adversity into advantage
• How to find mentors who accelerate your growth
• The “Always Ready” principle for self-leadership
• Why systems and structure free you, not confine you

For leaders navigating pressure, purpose, and personal growth — this episode is a reminder that resilience is built in the valleys, not the peaks.

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Website: Elite Life Coaching, LLC
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LinkedIn: Vic Martinez

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In this episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian Albritton sits down with Lyndsay Stafford — founder of Stafford Solutions, host of The Lyndsay Stafford Show, and former Nike leader — to talk about the real work behind building freedom that lasts.

From leading teams at global brands to creating systems that let her team work around their families, Lyndsay breaks down how she scaled from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship without losing her priorities.

💡 In this episode you’ll learn:

• The mindset shift that helped Lyndsay leave corporate safely
  
  
  
• How faith anchors her leadership and decision-making
  
  
  
• Why imposter syndrome never fully leaves (and how to outgrow it)
  
  
  
• The exact process she uses to build scalable systems and SOPs
  
  
  
• How to serve your team and protect your own time
  
  
  

If you’ve ever wondered how to lead your business — and your life — without burning out, this episode is your blueprint.

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👤 Guest Links – Lyndsay Stafford

• Business: Stafford Solutions Consulting
  
  
  
• Podcast: The Lyndsay Stafford Show
  
  
  
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsay-stafford/

Instagram: @lyndsaystafford

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In this episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian Albritton sits down with Mikey Lucas, founder of American Energy Fund, who went from overcoming addiction and door-to-door sales to leading over $180 million in solar projects.

Mikey opens up about rebuilding his mindset, reshaping identity, and how faith became the cornerstone of his leadership journey. From wiring his brain for discipline to building teams that thrive under pressure, his story proves that structure and vision can redeem even the darkest seasons.

💡 In this episode you’ll learn:

• How to rewire your self-talk when doubt takes over
  
  
  
• The role of faith and focus in creating lasting success
  
  
  
• Why visualization and anchoring unlock your next level
  
  
  
• The mindset behind building and leading multimillion-dollar ventures
  
  
  
• How to separate who you were from who you’re becoming
  
  
  

For anyone wrestling with imposter syndrome, faith, or the fear of starting again — this one’s for you.

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• Website: https://www.americanenergyfund.io/
  
  
  
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikey-lucas/

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Bridget Hom lost it all during the pandemic — her job, her marriage, and her sense of control. But instead of breaking, she built. From her kitchen table, she turned pain into purpose and launched a six-figure coaching business in months.

In this episode, Dorian Albritton sits down with Bridget to uncover how she built freedom from rock bottom and why imperfect action beats perfect planning every time.

💡 In this episode you’ll learn:

• The mindset shift that separates doers from dreamers.
  
  
  
• Why your next opportunity is already in a conversation.
  
  
  
• How to align solutions with real problems that people will pay for.
  
  
  
• The secret behind burning the ships and betting on yourself.
  
  
  
• How to build a business on emotional intelligence and awareness.
  
  
  

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• Guest: Bridget Hom – stuckonready.com

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What if the thing holding you back isn’t fear — it’s overthinking?

Kevin Wayne Johnson has spent more than thirty years leading teams, writing books, and mentoring people around the world. But his definition of leadership is surprisingly simple: application.

In this episode, we talk about what it really means to act your way into clarity, how to stay balanced while chasing growth, and why the best leaders focus less on self-promotion and more on service.

You’ll learn:
– How to build confidence through action
– The mindset shift that ends “planning paralysis”
– What true balance looks like for leaders with full lives
– How to lead with purpose, not pressure

If you’ve been stuck in the planning phase, this conversation is the push to move.

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• Connect with Kevin Wayne Johnson: linkedin.com/in/kevinwaynejohnson

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In this episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian Albritton sits down with Dr. Andy Neillie — leadership speaker, coach, and author of The Three Imperative Leadership Conversations. With decades of experience helping organizations turn managers into leaders, Dr. Neillie shares practical wisdom on how leaders can embody servant leadership, balance kindness with firmness, and build cultures rooted in behavior rather than slogans.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why leadership is the foundation of the pyramid, not the top.
• The four necessities of leadership: conviction, competence, covenant, and character.
• The three conversations every leader must master: hard conversations, coaching, and celebration.
• How leaders set culture through their behavior, not their words.
• Why encouragement and consistency are the keys to long-term trust and influence.

For anyone stepping into leadership — whether managing a team, running a business, or shaping culture at home — Dr. Neillie’s insights are a must-listen.

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Guest Links – Dr. Andy Neillie

• Website: neillieleadership.com
  
  
• Leadership Materials: leadershipmaterials.com
  
  
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyneillie/
  
  

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