The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith
The L3 Leadership Podcast is focused on leadership development and personal growth. We are obsessed with helping you grow to your maximum potential and maximizing the impact of your leadership. We release a new episode every week to help you grow and develop as a leader. You will hear a mix of personal lessons from our Founder, Doug Smith, and conversations Doug has with world-class leaders from around the world. Doug interviews leaders like Pittsburgh Steelers Coach, Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Penguins Coach, Mike Sullivan, Tony Horton, Liz Wiseman, Brian Tome, John Mark Comer, Mark Batterson, Ryan Hawk, Nona Jones, Claude Silver, Ken Coleman, Christy Wright, Rachel Cruze, Mark Cole, and many more. Our hope is that you will not only learn great leadership lessons but that you will catch great leadership from the lives of the leaders that we expose you to.
Episodes
439 episodes
Creating Spaces for Men to Thrive with Peter Ostapko
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith talks with Peter Ostapko, co-founder of Kinsman Journal and leader of the growing Kinsman community in Springfield, Missouri. Peter shares his journey from a career in banking to launchin...
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Episode 437
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51:10
Offering No-Cost Adoptions with Matt Higgins, CEO of Hope Children's Home
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug sits down with Matt Higgins, Executive Director of Hope Children’s Home in Tampa, Florida. Matt shares the powerful mission of providing a loving home and education to children from difficult c...
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Season 1
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Episode 436
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54:48
9 Ways to Develop Your Character
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares a personal lesson on 9 Ways to Develop Your Character. As Doug explains, character development is the most important development for any leader—because without integrity, everythin...
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Season 1
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Episode 435
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21:07
Rob Dube on How to Achieve True Entrepreneurial Freedom
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Rob Dube, author of Shine: How Looking Inward is the Key to Unlocking True Entrepreneurial Freedom, co-written with Gino Wickman. Rob shares powerful insights on how l...
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Season 1
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Episode 434
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38:19
Are Leaders Made or Born?
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith flips roles as he is interviewed by Ron Moore on the Living Grounded Podcast. The conversation delves into a variety of leadership topics, including whether leaders are born or made,...
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Episode 433
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53:12
Reflections on Turning 40!
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith shares personal reflections and insights gained from turning 40. From expressing gratitude for life, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, to highlighting the significance o...
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Episode 432
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24:23
Lessons Learned from Being the Pittsburgh Steelers Chaplain with Kent Chevalier
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Kent Chevalier, Chaplain of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Kent discusses his journey from a campus pastor to serving in the NFL, emphasizing the unique role he and his wife play in ...
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Season 1
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Episode 431
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57:30
Giving Firm Feedback in a Fragile World with Jeff Hancher
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Jeff Hancher, author of 'Firm Feedback in a Fragile World.' Jeff shares his journey from growing up in poverty to a successful 24-year career, emphasizing the pivotal moments s...
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Episode 430
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51:14
How to Create a Life Plan that Drives Your Growth
In this episode, Doug Smith joins Nick Poole on the Calvary Leadership Podcast. Doug shares his journey from being unaware of personal development to becoming a champion of continuous growth is highlighted through his impactful story. Doug shar...
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Episode 429
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33:53
When Your Family Can't Compete with Standing Ovations with Ryan Leak
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith and guest Ryan Leak discuss Ryan's journey as a New York Times bestselling author and speaker. Ryan shares his extensive experience of speaking at over 120 events annually an...
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Episode 428
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54:35
Breaking the Cycle: Larry Hagner on Healing Father Wounds and Building an Epic Family Legacy
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Larry Hagner, founder of the Dad Edge, about his mission to create legendary marriages, epic relationships with kids, personal financial mastery, optimized health, and leadersh...
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Episode 427
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50:43
Running for Office While Raising a Family: Lessons from Team Mercuri
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with Rob and Kelsey Mercuri to discuss their experiences in politics, leadership, and parenting.Rob, a former State Representative and candidate for Congress, shares his ...
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Season 1
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Episode 426
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54:14
From Drug Dealer to Nonprofit Leader: Doug Smith's Remarkable Journey of Transformation
In this episode, Doug Smith, host of the L3 Leadership Podcast, joins the Lunch Break series of the Boss Juice Podcast to discuss his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful podcaster and leader in the Pittsburgh community...
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Episode 425
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44:23
The Critical Impact of Fathers: Dr. Meg Meeker on Why Dads Matter More Than They Know
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Dr. Meg Meeker, a pediatrician and author who focuses on the critical role of fathers in parenting. Dr. Meeker discusses the impact of fatherhood on children's men...
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Season 1
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Episode 424
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44:05
Family Team Meetings: The Weekly System That's Transforming Marriages
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith is interviewed by Dave D'Angelo on Northway Christian Community's Project 167 Podcast. They discuss various topics, including Doug's impactful work at Light of Life Rescue Mission, s...
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Season 1
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Episode 423
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45:31
From Part-Time to C-Suite: Christiana Smith Shi's Blueprint for Women's Career Advancement
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Christiana Smith Shi, discussing her new book 'Career Forward: Strategies for Women Who've Made It.' Christiana shares her extensive career journey from financial services...
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Episode 422
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56:01
MORE DEATHS THAN ALL THE AMERICAN WARS: Dr. Robert Marbut Reveals on the Fentanyl & Homelessness Crisis
Guest: Dr. Robert Marbut, former Executive Director of the U.S. Interagency Council on HomelessnessKey Topics:Dr. Marbut's journey to becoming the Executive Director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness unde...
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Season 1
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Episode 421
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55:44
The Power of Being a Helper: MLB Manager Clint Hurdle on Legacy and Leadership
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith welcomes back Clint Hurdle for his third appearance. They discuss Clint's journey since leaving Pittsburgh, including his retirement, challenges during COVID-19, and his current role...
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Episode 420
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49:32
Greg Furer on Why Mistakes Are a Good Thing
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Greg Furer, President and CEO of Beratung Advisors. They discuss the origins of their friendship, the transformative power of personal growth and reflection, and the impor...
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Season 1
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Episode 419
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1:14:19
Why You Need Friends that will Literally Slap You in the Face
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you’ll hear Doug Smith being interviewed by Tom O’Boyle and Nate Devlin. The conversation originally aired on the
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Season 1
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Episode 418
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1:02:29
Jeremy Pryor on Multi-Generational Family Leadership and the Greatest Business Book of All Time
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Jeremy Pryor, founder of Family Teams. They discuss the influence of the traditional fairy tale 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' offering surprising insights into business and as...
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Season 1
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Episode 417
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49:44
Doug Smith on How to Conduct a Year-End Review
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith shares his year-end review process, which has been a cornerstone of his personal growth since 2004. Doug discusses the importance of reflecting on the year gone by to foster growth a...
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Season 1
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Episode 416
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15:08
Dr. Josh Axe on Overcoming the Limiting Beliefs that are Holding You Back
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith interviews Dr. Josh Axe about his new book 'Think This, Not That,' which addresses overcoming limiting beliefs to unlock one’s greatest potential. Dr. Axe shares his personal...
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Season 1
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Episode 415
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54:50
ANNOUNCEMENT: The L3 Leadership Podcast is Back!
After 9 months away from the podcast, Doug Smith is back with more guests, more exciting leadership content, and brand new episodes.Join us on December 10 for our interview with Dr. Josh Axe on overcoming limiting beliefs. See you then!...
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Leon Ford on Brutality, Forgiveness, and Building a Better Future for His Son
Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Leon Ford shares his profound journey from the brink of death due to police brutality to becoming a symbol of forgiveness and activism.About Leon Ford: Leon Fo...
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