Best Steve Seay Podcasts (2025)

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Why New Year's Resolutions FAIL & How We Can Be SUCCESSFUL 11:30

4M ago11:30

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In this concluding episode of the Elevate Up podcast, host and leadership coach Steve Seay announces the merging of his podcast with the Leadership Rising podcast to create a new show, with friend and colleague Jim Urban, called 'The Sherpa and the Shrink'. Steve defines a Sherpa as a guide helping others through complex situations and transitions …

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Unbreaking the Chains: A Journey with the Sherpa and the Shrink 1:07:39

4M ago1:07:39

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In this episode of the Elevate Up podcast, host Steve Seay welcomes back licensed therapist and leadership coach Jim Urban for an engaging conversation about leadership, personal growth, and the importance of relationships. --- The duo reflects on New Year's resolutions versus being resolute, designing the year with intention, and the concept of be…

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The 2nd Mountain Way: Creating a Life of Meaning and Service 16:04

4M ago16:04

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In this episode of the Elevate Up podcast, host Steve Seay, a leadership coach known as 'the Sherpa,' explores the concept of the 2nd Mountain, inspired by David Brooks' book. Steve delves into three principles: Resume Virtues vs. Eulogy Virtues, Building Your Life Resume, and Living Life in Reverse. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on mean…

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Mastering Life's Flow: Embracing Desire, Presence, and Purpose | EVERYDAY HEROES with Gary Mahler 1:12:26

5M ago1:12:26

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Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and a deep-dive episode in our "EVERYDAY HEROES" series with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! --- In this episode of Elevate Up, host Steve Seay interviews his mentor, Gary Mahler, exploring transformative practices like self-forgiveness and flow sessions. Gary shares insights…

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Embodying Leadership Through Vulnerability and Faith | EVERYDAY HEROES with Ted Keefer 53:23

5M ago53:23

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Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and a deep-dive episode in our "EVERYDAY HEROES" series with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! In this episode, Steve is excited to sit down with Ted Keefer - the President and CEO at Paragon Products based out of El Dorado Hills, California. He has led and operated the busines…

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Struggle Less and Thrive More | EVERYDAY HEROES with Dr. John Chuck 1:07:10

6M ago1:07:10

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Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and a deep-dive episode in our "EVERYDAY HEROES" series with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! --- Steve is excited to dive into a great conversation with Dr. John Chuck. He is a Professor of Family Medicine & Chief Wellness Officer at California Northstate University Medical S…

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QUICK HIT: Enhance your Life and Leadership with The Power of Systems 22:12

6M ago22:12

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In this episode of the Elevate Up Podcast, host, leadership coach, and The Sherpa Steve Seay, explores the power of systems in personal and professional development. Steve compares the systems approach to the traditional psychology lens, emphasizing the benefits of neutral thinking and proactive planning over emotion-driven decisions. He introduces…

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Resilience and Growth Lessons | EVERYDAY HEROES with Therapist Jon Holmes 1:11:32

6M ago1:11:32

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Are you on a Courage Journey? --- Host and The Sherpa, Steve Seay is excited to dive into a great conversation with his mentor and good friend Jon Holmes. They discuss Steve's upcoming 'Elevate Up' program starting in January, which involves an intensive nine-month journey with influential leaders. Jon shares his journey from being a therapist and …

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QUICK HIT: Lessons from Nature - Carrying a Heavy Load and Self-Forgiveness 18:54

6M ago18:54

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Are you chasing perfectionism? Can we ever really catch it? Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and an in-depth episode in THE YOSEMITE SERIES called "Leadership Lessons from Nature" with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! In this episode, Host and Coach Steve Seay also known as the Sherpa, concludes his five-part…

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Family, Mentorship, and Mr. Mom | EVERYDAY HEROES with Eugene Pantangco 1:11:20

7M ago1:11:20

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Can we have effective leadership in all areas of our lives? Can we learn to how to balance it all? --- In this episode of the Elevate Up podcast, host Steve Seay welcomes Eugene Pantangco, a leadership coach, mentor, and father. They delve into Eugene's journey in practicing effective leadership across various facets of life, including his professi…

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Season Finale: Leadership Lessons and Forward Plans 49:08

7M ago49:08

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In this final episode of the first season of Leadership Rising, host Rebecca Schleifer sits down with co-hosts Steve Seay and Jim Urban to discuss personal and professional updates. Reflecting on an exhilarating first season, they share their exciting plans for the future. --- Steve discusses his 'Elevate Up' program and adventurous leadership hike…

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Small Business Owners: Are you working IN or ON your business? 38:45

7M ago38:45

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What are some of the signs that you're working IN your business instead of ON your business? Welcome to the Leadership Rising Podcast! Coach and Guide today, Jim Urban is bringing the community of small businesses owners, entrepreneurs and solopreneurs together for this great discussion. Jim is joined by coaches Steve Seay and Rebecca Schleifer to …

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QUICK HIT: How to weather life's storms 28:01

7M ago28:01

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We can learn so many lessons from TREES! Their roots represent a solid foundation while their branches reach towards the sky. They teach us how to weather life's storms WHILE continuing to grow. Coach Steve is taking us to visit the "trees" in today's episode of "Leadership Lessons from Nature". Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast…

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How to Be of Service, Be of Love, and Be of Help to Others 40:05

7M ago40:05

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"It's about being connected with each other - it's important." Welcome to the Leadership Rising Podcast! Coach and Guide today, Steve Seay is opening up this discussion around Connection and Creativity. Steve is joined by coaches Jim Urban and Rebecca Schleifer and special guest Richard Kelly. Steve calls Richard the "Great Connector". With over 25…

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Start a Business with Duct Tape and Sandbags | EVERYDAY HEROES with Manuel Flores 58:01

7M ago58:01

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Ask yourself this question: WHY NOT ME? Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and a deep-dive episode in our "EVERYDAY HEROES" series with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! Coach Steve's guest today is Manuel Flores. He is a part-time Respiratory Therapist and part-time Personal Trainer of his own company (On the C…

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How to Break the Cycle of Negativity and Start Thinking Neutral 35:42

7M ago35:42

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"Positive thinking only works part of the time, but negative thinking is working 100% of the time. It's time to break the cycle of negativity and start thinking NEUTRAL." {Trevor Moawad} Welcome to the Leadership Rising Podcast! Coach and Guide today, Steve Seay is opening up this discussion around Neutral Thinking. Steve is joined by coaches Jim U…

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The Recipe for Creating a Life You Adore | EVERYDAY HEROES with Andy Holloway 1:10:09

7M ago1:10:09

1:10:09

Believing in your innate resourcefulness, creativity and wholeness is the foundation for the recipe of creating a life you ADORE! Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and a deep-dive episode in our "EVERYDAY HEROES" series with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! Coach Steve's guest today is a Leadership & Business …

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The 3 Laws of Performance: Holding the Power of Rewriting Our Future 39:58

7M ago39:58

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Welcome to the Leadership Rising Podcast! Coach and Guide today, Steve Seay is opening up this discussion around the Three Laws of Performance. Steve is joined by coaches Jim Urban and Rebecca Schleifer to talk about the possibilities around rewriting our future in business and in life. Coach Steve references the book, "The Three Laws of Performanc…

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QUICK HIT: Preparing for the Unknown 18:07

7M ago18:07

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How are you preparing for the unknown? Can we fully prepare? Coach Steve answers these common questions in today's episode of "Leadership Lessons from Nature". Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and an in-depth episode in THE YOSEMITE SERIES called "Leadership Lessons from Nature" with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Stev…

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Entrepreneurs: Changing your Life & Jumping into Leadership 35:30

8M ago35:30

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Our guide and coach today, Rebecca Schleifer, is pouring a nice hot cup of entrepreneurship for us! Rebecca, along with Coaches and Hosts Steve Seay and Jim Urban, is welcoming our special guest Cristine Tindall to talk about the challenges and pain points of jumping into leadership as an entrepreneur. Cristine is the owner of Cafe M in Savanna, Ge…

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From Crisis to Curiosity | EVERYDAY HEROES with Juan Perez 1:03:07

8M ago1:03:07

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As a leader, do you have a true dedication that goes beyond your official duties? Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and a deep-dive episode in our "EVERYDAY HEROES" series with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! A motorcycle ride, and a dead battery - that is what sparked a longer conversation between Coach Stev…

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Boundaries for Leaders: How healthy are your boundaries? 56:55

8M ago56:55

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Our guide and coach today, Jim Urban, is drawing a powerful line in the sand and getting us thinking about boundaries. Specifically, our coaches Jim, Rebecca and Steve are diving into an in-depth discussion about boundaries for leaders. When a team is feeling a lack of control or lack of ability to influence their destiny - we just might need to lo…

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QUICK HIT: Facing the Fear That's Holding You Back 15:22

8M ago15:22

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Are you truly able to face the fears that are holding you back? Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and an in-depth episode in THE YOSEMITE SERIES called "Lessons from Nature" with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! The Sherpa is a high-altitude guide. They are the leaders who climb the mountain right alongside th…

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Leading Change: Part 2 with Daniel Warren 51:12

8M ago51:12

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Hosts and Coaches Steve Seay, Jim Urban, and Rebecca Schleifer are sitting down today for Part 2 of "Leading Change" with Daniel Warren. Daniel is the Executive Pastor at Trinity Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida. This two-part episode is all about "Leading Change". How can we LEAD CHANGE - when your organization or company needs to undertake…

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How to Lead with Empathy and Compassion | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Alvina Kaufman 1:03:09

8M ago1:03:09

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Would you like to lead with more empathy and compassion? If you said YES ... this is the episode for you. Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and a deep-dive episode in our "EVERYDAY HEROES" series with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! Steve is sitting down today for an in-depth conversation with Alvina Kaufman.…

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Leading Change: Part 1 with Daniel Warren 23:58

8M ago23:58

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Hosts and Coaches Steve Seay and Jim Urban are sitting down today for Part 1 of "Leading Change" with Daniel Warren. Daniel is the Executive Pastor at Trinity Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida. This two-part episode is all about "Leading Change". How can we LEAD CHANGE - when your organization or company needs to undertake a cultural change, …

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QUICK HIT: A Toolbox for Leaders with the Necessities for Success 14:05

8M ago14:05

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What do you have in your "leadership toolbox"? Do you have the necessities for success? Welcome to the Elevate Up Podcast and an in-depth episode in THE YOSEMITE SERIES called "Leadership Lessons from Nature" with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! Steve is unpacking how NATURE symbolizes something in our personal and professional …

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The Call to Ministry: Passing the Baton to Today's Leaders 30:27

9M ago30:27

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Hosts and Coaches Steve Seay and Jim Urban are sitting down today with Lead Pastor Paul Bush from Highpoint Community Church in Orange Park, Florida. Paul discusses his path of being "called into ministry" and details the transition process of a founding Pastor passing the baton to him in leadership. He also talks about the "myth of control" and wh…

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Finding the Rhythm of Grace | YOSEMITE SERIES with "Mini-Moto" Yamini Madhaven 43:21

9M ago43:21

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As a leader, sometimes it's difficult to see the adventure right in front of you. Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast and the fourth episode in THE YOSEMITE SERIES with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! Today, Coach Steve is thrilled to sit down with another member of the FIRST "Elevate Up Tribe 2024 Coaching Gro…

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Twice a Leader: Serving the People 55:36

9M ago55:36

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Coaches Steve Seay and Jim Urban welcome a very special guest in this episode that reaches the "soul of leadership". Meet Josh Stewart. Also known as "Coach Stewart" - he is a basketball coach in Lodge Grass, Montana, which is a rural community in central Montana on the Crow Reservation. Keep looking for big things from the nonprofit group "One Sho…

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Embracing Risk & Change | YOSEMITE SERIES with "The Planner" Lucas Tvrdik 1:04:00

9M ago1:04:00

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Welcome to the Elevate Up Podcast and the third episode in THE YOSEMITE SERIES with your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! Today, Steve is excited to sit down with another member of the FIRST "Elevate Up Tribe 2024 Coaching Group" that embarked on the EPIC 5-Day Yosemite Expedition. Lucas Tvrdik is a Police Detective in the South San F…

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Warrior's Peace: Empowering Community with Leadership, Support, and Resources 38:11

9M ago38:11

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Coaches Steve Seay and Jim Urban welcome two special guests on this episode - Raylan and Noel from Warrior's Peace. Warrior's Peace is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support and resources to men and their families. Their mission is to help those who have suffered to find peace and stability in their lives. They believe that throug…

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The Art of Feedback Series: Part 2 37:12

9M ago37:12

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Get ready for some FEEDBACK! This episode is the second one in a two-part series about the "Art of Feedback". Today is all about the "HOW" of feedback. Our guide and coach today, Jim Urban, notes a recent study that shows only 33% of employees are actively engaged at work. We also have our Relational Experts and Coaches Steve and Rebecca here to sh…

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Being Wild at Heart | YOSEMITE SERIES with "The Ranger" Barry Schafer 56:48

10M ago56:48

56:48

Welcome to the Elevate Up Leadership Coaching Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I was so excited to down with another everyday hero, Barry Schafer, who is an entrepreneur, expert in the ophthalmology sales industry, in particular with star…

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The Art of Feedback Series: Part 1 32:30

10M ago32:30

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Get ready for some FEEDBACK! This episode is the first in a two-part series about the "Art of Feedback". Our guide and coach today, Jim Urban, notes a recent study that shows only 33% of employees are actively engaged at work. We also have our Relational Experts and Coaches Steve and Rebecca here to shine a light on the importance of consistent and…

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Mastering Communication in Leadership: Special Guests Open Heart Behavior Services 35:16

10M ago35:16

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Coach Rebecca Schleifer is leading this conversation today about "Mastering Communication in Leadership" alongside Relational Experts Steve and Jim. We are welcoming special guests from Open Heart Behavior Services who recently experienced the Communication Mastery Series. Taemy Kim-Mander is the owner of Open Heart Behavior Services, a Medicaid pr…

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Generations in the Workplace: Navigating Blind spots, Boundaries, and Gaps 40:38

10M ago40:38

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We're looking into the four generations in the workplace today: Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y, and Generation Z. Steve Seay is guiding us through this conversation about "generations in the workplace". Along with our other Relational Experts, Jim and Rebecca, we're analyzing important questions like: How do we learn to lean into - get to…

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In the Wilderness | Intro to the YOSEMITE SERIES with "The Sherpa" Steve Seay 15:58

10M ago15:58

15:58

Welcome to the Elevate Up Podcast and the first episode in THE YOSEMITE SERIES with me - your Host, your Coach, and "The Sherpa" Steve Seay! Today, I had the privilege of sharing my recent 5-day Yosemite Expedition where I was honored in guiding, leading and facilitating 3 other high-level leaders from my coaching group known as the Elevate Up Trib…

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Efficiency and Effectiveness: Are you measuring anything besides the bottom line? 36:05

10M ago36:05

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Efficiency and Effectiveness - BOTH are important! The Accelerate Leadership Group is getting "down to (real) business" in this episode that focuses on these two BIG topics. Rebecca Gruenemeier is leading this conversation around metrics, value, and top-down decisions that truly make a difference. The team also introduces the Four Animals that repr…

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence: There's no limit to how we can grow 44:49

10M ago44:49

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On this episode, we're going deep into EQ - Emotional Intelligence. Our guide and coach today, Jim Urban, is walking us through four core components: Self Awareness, Self-Regulation, Empathy, and Social Skills. How can we begin to increase our awareness? Jim brings a challenge to the table that starts with a question. This question should be asked …

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The 3 Spaces: You cannot outperform fulfillment 45:38

10M ago45:38

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According to a recent MIT study, people are four times more likely to stay at a company based on the culture and the manager. That's huge! What if companies started focusing on HOW THINGS TAKE PLACE within the company? When they begin to do that, they are really concentrating on three distinct areas or THREE SPACES: Transactional, Relational, and C…

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Meet Accelerate Leadership Group: Your Success is Our Passion 33:55

11M ago33:55

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Welcome to Leadership Rising - the podcast from Accelerate Leadership Group. The voices of Leadership Rising: Jim Urban, a passionate and highly skilled communicator and leader. Jim is also a licensed therapist, group private-practice owner, and specialist in working with couples and business leaders. He has a high level of training in individual a…

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Leadership Superpowers | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Jason Call 1:14:17

11M ago1:14:17

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Welcome to Episode #10 on the Elevate Up Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I was super excited to sit down with my tenth hero, Jason Call, who is the Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros https://handymanmarketingpros.com/ He is one of the re…

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How to Lead with Love | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Tommy Ferretti 1:03:46

11M ago1:03:46

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Welcome to Episode #9 on the Elevate Up Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I was so jazzed to sit down with my ninth hero, Tommy Ferretti, who is the Founder of Foundations of Freedom, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida https://www.foundationsof…

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How to Lead a Fearless Life | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Rebecca Schleifer-Gruenemeier 1:24:21

12M ago1:24:21

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Welcome to Episode 8 on the Elevate Up Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I felt so elevated to sit down with my eight hero, Rebecca Schleifer-Gruenemeier, who is an Entrepreneur, Real Estate investor and Leadership Coach. She is also my fr…

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Living & Leading Authentically | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Paul Bush 1:01:46

1y ago1:01:46

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Welcome to Episode 7 on the Elevate Up Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I was so jazzed to sit down with my seventh hero, Paul Bush, who is the Lead Pastor of Highpoint Community Church in Orange Park, Florida. He is also my friend, pasto…

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The Power of Investing in Others | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Raylan Heck 1:16:52

1y ago1:16:52

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Welcome to Episode 6 on the Elevate Up Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I was so pumped to sit down with my sixth hero, Raylan Heck, who is the Founder and Trusted Advisor within Warrior’s Peace https://www.warriorspeacecsi.com/ . He serv…

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How to be Grounded in Faith & Poised as a Leader | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Ben Ruffner 1:01:19

1y ago1:01:19

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Welcome to Episode 5 on the Elevate Up Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I was so pumped to sit down with my fifth hero, Ben Ruffner, who is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army National Guard. He is literally my neighbor and first Florid…

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That Still Small Voice | MEET EVERYDAY HEROES with Angela Wright-Trapp 53:06

1y ago53:06

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Welcome to Episode 4 on the Elevate Up Podcast where I have the sacred opportunity to unpack and share the nuggets of wisdom from the life, work, and impact of everyday heroes! Today, I was so energized and delighted to sit down with my fourth guest, Angela Wright-Trapp, who is a Life & Executive Coach, running her own private practice and serving …

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Elevate Up Podcast_Introduction to Conversations with Everyday Heroes 1:48

1y ago1:48

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Hello Elevate Up Community, My name is Steve Seay and I serve as a Leadership Coach and Trusted Advisor. During my last decade of coaching, I have met the most interesting people that have left a profound impact on and in my life! I call these guests, everyday heroes, and I can't to share their stories of struggles and victories, wins and losses, g…

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