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Doug SmithJanuary 4, 2022
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How to do a Year-End Review with Doug Smith A year-end review is a process where you spend a few days going through your journals, calendars, photos, and more from…
Doug SmithDecember 21, 2021
Brett Hagler on Ending Homelessness and Scaling Your Non-Profit Organization Brett Hagler is the CEO and Co-Founder of New Story, an innovative nonprofit founded in 2015 to pioneer solutions to…
Doug SmithDecember 14, 2021
Lisa Scales on Leadership Lessons from Over 25 Years at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Lisa Scales has been President and CEO of the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank…
Doug SmithDecember 7, 2021
Brian Tome on Failure, Leadership, and Focusing on Your Unique Calling Brian Tome is the founding and senior pastor of Crossroads Church, 2017’s fastest-growing church in America. He has…
Doug SmithNovember 30, 2021
It's Thanksgiving week, and a lot of people are spending time thinking about what they're grateful for. As I reflect on my life, I'm overwhelmed with gratitude for the people…
Doug SmithNovember 23, 2021
Lessons Learned from Starting and Scaling 412 Food Rescue with Leah Lizarondo Leah Lizarondo is the co-founder and CEO of 412 Food Rescue and the CEO of Food Rescue Hero,…
Doug SmithNovember 16, 2021
How to Become an Emotionally Healthy Leader with Pete Scazzero After leading New Life Fellowship Church for 26 years, Pete Scazzero co-founded Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, a groundbreaking ministry that moves…
Doug SmithNovember 2, 2021
Transforming Neighborhoods, Racial Conciliation, and Diversity and Inclusion with Dr. John Wallace Dr. John Wallace is a kid from Homewood, the pastor at Bible Center Church, a professor and provost…
Doug SmithOctober 26, 2021
Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most with Greg McKeown Greg McKeown is the host of the What’s Essential podcast and author of Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of…
Doug SmithOctober 19, 2021
A Leader's Legacy: What do you want to be remembered for today? If you've listened to the past two episodes, you've heard my republished conversations with two great leaders who…
Doug SmithOctober 12, 2021
A Life Lived Well: Jay Passavant on Life and Leadership Jay Passavant was the founder of North Way Christian Community in Pittsburgh. The impact of his obedience to God’s call…
Doug SmithSeptember 28, 2021
A Life Lived Well: Tunch Ilkin's Story Tunch Ilkin played football for the Pittsburgh Steelers for many seasons before becoming a broadcaster for the team for the rest of his…
Doug SmithSeptember 21, 2021
What Your Life Could Look Like After Joining A Mastermind Group Like many leaders, you may think that you can get along fine without being part of a mastermind group.…
Doug SmithSeptember 14, 2021
Raising Passionate Jesus Followers with Phil & Diane Comer Phil and Diane Comer are the parents of John Mark Comer, author of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. Together, they wrote…
Doug SmithAugust 30, 2021
How to Create a Just Workplace with Kim Scott Kim Scott is the author of several books including Radical Candor: Be a Kickass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity and Just…
Doug SmithAugust 16, 2021
Why Health and Fitness Need to Matter to You in Your Leadership Journey We live in a culture where people spend their health trying to make money, and then they…
Doug SmithAugust 2, 2021
I believe that every leader needs to be in a Mastermind group. I have been in a Mastermind group for the past 6 years and it has been the greatest…
Doug SmithJuly 26, 2021
In this week's episode of the podcast, you'll hear my conversation with Benjamin Hardy. Benjamin co-authored one of the best leadership books I've read in the last year called, "Who not How".…
Doug SmithJuly 20, 2021
How to Overcome the Wounds in our Leadership Journey Have you ever been wounded in your leadership journey? Did it hold you back from what you should have been going…
Doug SmithJuly 6, 2021
In the latest episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, Doug Smith speaks with Ryan Hawk about his advice in the corporate world, experience in football, his recent book, Welcome To…
Doug SmithJune 21, 2021
Dear Wounded Leader, Last week I wrote a post on how to get through tough seasons of transition. As I was reflecting on the conversations I’ve had with leaders about…
Doug SmithJune 21, 2021
Over the last ten years, I’ve talked to so many leaders about seasons of transition in their lives. Some people feel like a transition is coming, some people are in…
Doug SmithJune 15, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, you’ll hear Doug share a lesson entitled, “Life at 36.” Each year, around his birthday, Doug spends some time reflecting on where…
Doug SmithJune 7, 2021
Last week, I was listening to John Maxwell on his podcast and he was having a conversation with Rob Hoskins. They had recently been on the road speaking together and…
Doug SmithJune 7, 2021
In the fall of 2020, I burned out and went into a deep bout of anxiety. It got so bad that I had to take a week off of work…
Doug SmithJune 2, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Daniel Harkavy, best-selling author and Founder & CEO of Building Champions, an international life and leadership coaching company that…
Doug SmithMay 24, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares how he and Laura are leading their family team. ABOUT DOUG SMITH: Doug is the Director of Development at Light…
Doug SmithMay 10, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews John Mark Comer, Author of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon. In…
Doug SmithApril 25, 2021
In this episode, you'll hear Doug share lessons that he has learned in 10 years of working at Light of Life Rescue Mission, a non-profit that serves homeless men, women,…
Doug SmithApril 13, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Jesse Cole, Founder of Fans First Entertainment and Owner of the Savannah Bananas. You are in for a treat…
Doug SmithMarch 30, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith continues to share his top lessons learned in 2020. In part 2, you'll hear Doug share what he’s learned about…
Doug SmithMarch 12, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interview Denny Pattyn, Founder and President of Silver Ring Thing. Denny has been fighting an incurable cancer diagnosis for the…
Doug SmithFebruary 28, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, as part of a two-part teaching, Doug Smith shares his top lessons learned in 2020. Key Take-Aways From Episode 270. 1. Life…
Doug SmithFebruary 15, 2021
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Wayne Cordeiro, Founding Pastor of New Hope Christian Fellowship in Honolulu, Hawaii with over 11,500 in weekend attendance. In…
Doug SmithFebruary 1, 2021
In episode 268 of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Nona Jones, Head of Faith-Based Partnerships for Facebook. In the episode, Nona Jones shares her incredible story and how…
Doug SmithJanuary 4, 2021
In episode 267 of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares how to deal with stress, burnout, and anxiety in leadership. ABOUT DOUG SMITH: Doug is the Director of Development…
Doug SmithDecember 21, 2020
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Jeremy Pryor, Founder of Family Teams and several other businesses and non-profit organizations. Jeremy shares timely insight on how…
Doug SmithOctober 10, 2020
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Sam Collier shares his remarkable story of finding his biological family on the Steve Harvey Show and teaching us how we can…
Doug SmithSeptember 29, 2020
In This episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares how to overcome anxiety in leadership. In this vulnerable and faith-filled episode, Doug shares from his personal experience in…
Doug SmithSeptember 14, 2020
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you'll hear Dave Buehring, Founder & President of Lionshare, share how to make disciples of Jesus in every vocation. ABOUT DAVE BUEHRING:…
Doug SmithAugust 31, 2020
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you’ll hear Gordon MacDonald, pastor and best-selling author, share leadership advice for every decade of your life, the importance of rest, and…
Doug SmithAugust 3, 2020
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you’ll hear Doug Smith interview Clint Hurdle, Former Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates on the topic of transitioning well in leadership. ABOUT…
Doug SmithJuly 20, 2020
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, you’ll hear Joel Manby talk about how to integrate love into your leadership. ABOUT JOEL MANBY: Joel has been the CEO of…
Doug SmithJuly 13, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Josh Gagnon, Founder and Lead Pastor of Next Level Church in New Hampshire, share about his latest book, "It's Not Over", and why your best…
Doug SmithJuly 6, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear John Ortberg, Senior Pastor of Menlo Church, share why soul keeping is essential for leaders. ABOUT JOHN ORTBERG: John Ortberg is the senior pastor at…
Doug SmithJune 29, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Dan Reiland, Executive Pastor of 12Stone Church, share how to lead through crisis and how to be a confident leader. ABOUT DAN REILAND: Dan Reiland…
Doug SmithJune 22, 2020
Once a year, I share our vision and values with our community of leaders to remind them of who we are and what we’re doing. OUR VISION WE GATHER, CONNECT,…
Doug SmithJune 10, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Doug Smith share the Vision and Values of L3 Leadership. ABOUT DOUG SMITH: Doug is the Director of Development at Light of Life Rescue Mission and Founder…
Doug SmithJune 9, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear John Nuzzo, Senior Pastor of Victory Family Church, interview Doug Smith, Founder and CEO of L3 Leadership. They discuss Doug's leadership journey and passion for…
Doug SmithJune 2, 2020
In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith reflects on the top 10 lessons he's learned in his 35 years of life. ABOUT DOUG SMITH: Doug is the…
Doug SmithMay 25, 2020
It seems like once a year I get excited about trying new supplements in hopes that I will become more ripped and more effective (Am I the only one?). This…
Doug SmithMay 22, 2020
In this episode, Dr. Sam Chand talks about how our leadership will only grow to the threshold of our pain. ABOUT SAM CHAND: Dr. Chand was named in the top-30…
Doug SmithMay 15, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Doug interview Tony Horton, Founder of P90X. In the interview, Tony shares his story, lessons he's learned, and encourages you to never give up on…
Doug SmithMay 1, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Andrew interview Doug on his podcast, The Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast. ABOUT ANDREW OLSEN: Andrew Olsen is a #1 Best Selling author, speaker, and nonprofit…
Doug SmithApril 26, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Doug and Brad talk about leading in crisis, how to properly honor leaders, and why sometimes our greatest lessons come out of our darkest seasons.…
Doug SmithApril 19, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Doug interview, Traci Morrow. You'll hear Traci talk about her journey from pleasing people to leading people. Traci Morrow ABOUT TRACI MORROW: As a…
Doug SmithApril 13, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Doug Smith share his step by step process for leading an organization through COVID-19 or any other crisis. A Step by Step Process on How…
Doug SmithApril 6, 2020
John Donovan is the former CEO of AT&T Communications, a global telecommunications company serving millions of customers worldwide. John has decades of experience working in executive leadership roles, including as…
Doug SmithMarch 23, 2020
In today’s episode, Laura and I share our thoughts on how to lead during times of crisis. Specifically we'll be sharing how to leading through the Corona Virus epidemic. We…
Doug SmithMarch 15, 2020
You are one relationship away from changing your destiny - how will you plan accordingly? By being intentional with your networking strategy, you can open doors to meetings with leaders…
Doug SmithMarch 9, 2020
Sister entrepreneurs Kay and Shi are the owners of the Squeeze In Restaurant Group. The duo helped grow Squeeze In from a family restaurant into a national brand that serves…
Doug SmithMarch 2, 2020
Today, Clint joins me to share the life and leadership philosophies he has developed throughout his sports management career. Clint highlights his belief in the importance of honesty, transparency, and…
Doug SmithFebruary 24, 2020
Today, Anthony joins me to discuss the ideas and strategies from his book Debt-Free Degree and share his insights on how to approach the education system without going into debt. He shares…
Doug SmithFebruary 17, 2020
Today, I discuss why you should incorporate attending professional events such as the L3 Leadership Conference into your leadership development strategy. I share why connecting with people in-person is so…
Doug SmithFebruary 13, 2020
John Nuzzo is a senior pastor at Victory Family Church in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, which he founded with his wife, Michelle, 26 years ago. Victory Family Church aims to help…
Doug SmithFebruary 3, 2020
Download the shownotes. John Maxwell is a leadership expert and coach who has trained over 6-million leaders worldwide. He is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The 21 Irrefutable…
Doug SmithJanuary 27, 2020
Download the show notes for this episode. Saleem Ghubril is the Executive Director of The Pittsburgh Promise, a nonprofit organization that strives to strengthen the region’s urban youth, inspire systematic…
Doug SmithJanuary 20, 2020
Today we are having a special episode in honor of our 2nd annual L3 One Day Conference that is coming up on Friday, March 13th, 2020. Today, you'll get to hear a…
Doug SmithJanuary 13, 2020
In this episode, you'll hear Doug Smith share the top lessons he learned in 2019. He shares lessons on expanding your capacity, leadership, mentoring, loving people, and faith. The…
Doug SmithJanuary 2, 2020
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Jenni Catron, Founder of the 4Sight Group. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Jenni Catron: 00:00 Is that…
Doug SmithNovember 11, 2019
In this episode of the podcast, you will hear our interview with Jenni Catron, Founder of the 4Sight Group. You will hear us talk about the sacred privilege of leading…
Doug SmithNovember 11, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with L3 Founder, Doug Smith and Greg Weimer. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Doug Smith: 00:00 We have…
Doug SmithOctober 23, 2019
In this episode of the podcast, you will hear our Founder, Doug Smith, be interviewed by Greg Weimer, Partner of Confluence Financial Partners. To view a transcription of this podcast,…
Doug SmithOctober 15, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Jeff Henderson. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Jeff Henderson: 00:00 For a number of years, businesses have…
Doug SmithOctober 7, 2019
In this episode of the podcast, you will hear our interview with Jeff Henderson. You will hear us discuss Jeff's new book, "Know What You're FOR: A Growth Strategy for…
Doug SmithOctober 7, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Clay Scroggins. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Clay Scroggins: 00:00 Just tried to drive into work without…
Doug SmithOctober 1, 2019
In this episode of the podcast, you will hear our interview with Clay Scroggins, Pastor of Buckhead Church, on How to Lead in a World of Distraction. Subscribe to our…
Doug SmithOctober 1, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with L3 Founder, Doug Smith. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Doug Smith: 00:00 So you have more potential…
Doug SmithSeptember 15, 2019
In this episode, you will hear Doug Smith being interviewed by Zach Delturco from Center for Victory. In the interview, you'll hear Doug share the story of L3 Leadership and…
Doug SmithSeptember 15, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with L3 Founder, Doug Smith. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Doug Smith: 00:00 Do not throw away your…
Doug SmithSeptember 11, 2019
In this episode, you'll hear Doug Smith share 6 things he has learned about leadership in the last year. L3 Leadership Podcast Episode #230_ 6 Things I've Learned about Leadership…
Doug SmithSeptember 3, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Danielle Strickland. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Danielle Strickland: 00:00 Oh, hey, I see you. You're doing your…
Doug SmithAugust 25, 2019
In this episode, you'll hear our interview with Danielle Strickland. You'll hear Danielle talk about entrepreneurship, what her spiritual walk with God looks like, tips on speaking and writing, her…
Doug SmithAugust 19, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Chief Heart Officer of VaynerMedia, Claude Silver. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Claude Silver: 00:00 That feedback…
Doug SmithAugust 1, 2019
In this episode, you'll hear our interview with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia. You'll hear us talk about why every organization needs a Chief Heart Officer, how they…
Doug SmithAugust 1, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with L3 Founder, Doug Smith. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Doug Smith: 00:00 We're going to come to…
Doug SmithJuly 1, 2019
In this episode, you'll hear Katy Ursta and Melanie Mitro interview L3 Founder, Doug Smith, on leadership, having hard conversations, and personal growth on the Make Chic Happen Podcast. To…
Doug SmithJuly 1, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of our interview with Bryan Loritts. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. To connect with Bryan, check out the show notes. Bryan…
Doug SmithJune 28, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of our interview with Rev. Dr. Ed Glover. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Ed Glover: 00:00 You cannot delegate your responsibility…
Doug SmithJune 17, 2019
In this interview, you will hear our interview with Ed Glover, Founder of Urban Impact, on the work he is doing to put a dent in the fatherless epidemic in…
Doug SmithJune 17, 2019
In this interview, you will hear our interview with Bryan Lorrits, Lead Pastor of Abundant Life Christian Fellowship in Silicon Valley, CA. In the interview, you'll hear us talk about…
Doug SmithJune 17, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of our interview with Mike Tomlin. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Mike Tomlin: 00:00 So we want it to start to…
Doug SmithJune 10, 2019
In this interview, you will hear Mike Tomlin, Coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, share his thoughts and passion for dealing with the fatherlessness issue in our nation. You will also…
Doug SmithJune 10, 2019
In this episode, Jason Wolfe, CEO of Wolfe, LLC shares his story of how he went from being an orphan and homeless to creating, scaling, and selling multiple multi-million dollar…
Doug SmithMay 24, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Jason Wolfe, CEO of Wolfe Inc, LLC. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Jason Wolfe: 00:00 When you…
Doug SmithMay 20, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Jason Wolfe, CEO of Wolfe, LLC. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Jason Wolfe: 00:00 If you're building…
Doug SmithMay 20, 2019
Please enjoy this transcript of this episode with Ken Coleman. It was transcribed and therefore might contain a few typos. Ken Coleman: 00:00 I remind them, it took me in…
Doug SmithMay 13, 2019
222: Ken Coleman on The Proximity Principle: The Proven Strategy That Will Lead to a Career You Love
In this episode, you'll hear Ken Coleman share about his new book, "The Proximity Principle: The Proven Strategy That Will Lead To A Career You Love. L3 Leadership Podcast…
Doug SmithMay 13, 2019
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