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In the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast, host Meredith Bell interviews business leaders who are committed to their own growth and the development of their people.

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Bob Burg is the co-author of the international bestseller 'The Go-Giver,' which has sold over a million copies and been translated into 30 languages. He is a renowned speaker and author known for his insights on leadership, sales, and personal development. Burg is also the creator of The Go-Giver Academy online learning portal. He advocates for the Free Enterprise system, believing that success is directly proportional to the number of people one serves.
Kevin Eikenberry is the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group, a leadership and learning company based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He has spent over 30 years helping organizations and leaders from at least 53 countries become more effective.
Ben Albert is an entrepreneur, podcaster, and founder of Balbert Marketing. He hosts a network of 5 podcasts called Real Business Connections, ranked in the top 1% globally. Ben is dedicated to personal growth and helping others develop their leadership skills.
Dane Deutsch is a former Commander in the US Air Force, CEO of LMDC Academy, and an experienced coach and trainer of athletes, businesses, and teams. He has owned a cybersecurity company, taught cybersecurity at the university level, and co-owns a gymnastics training center. His work focuses on developing leadership and character skills, and he authored 'Coach-Ability and The Tricycle Effect: Coaching Character as the Foundation of Leadership.'
Coco Sellman is the CEO of A Force for Good, a company dedicated to supporting purpose-driven women founders. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, she has launched five companies and guided over 500 startups. Her recent venture, Allum Home Care, achieved eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits before her successful exit in 2024. She is also the author of the book 'A Force for Good,' which provides a roadmap for societal change through women-led enterprises.

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0:00 33:00

333: The Go-Giver Approach to Leadership

Guests
Bob Burg
Keywords
leadership success value influence entrepreneurship business growth personal development sales fulfillment authenticity

What if the secret to success is giving more? In this episode, Meredith Bell speaks with Bob Burg, co-author of The Go-Giver, about why shifting your focus to consistently providing value leads to greater fulfillment and profitability. Bob explains the Five Laws of Stratospheric Success and how they apply to entrepreneurs, leaders, and teams.

You'll come away inspired by Bobs deep insights on value-based leadership, the true meaning of influence, and why receptivity is just as important as giving. Whether you're growing a business or leading a team, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and equip you with timeless, practical wisdom.

The Go-Giver has sold well over a million copies and has been translated into 30 languages. Bob has created The Go-Giver Academy online learning portal featuring The Go-Giver Success Vault, which includes all of his online courses and other business-building resources.

Bob is an advocate, supporter, and defender of the Free Enterprise system, believing that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people they serve.

Youll discover:

  • The meaning of a go-giver
  • Why giving value is more profitable than chasing money
  • How to lead with authenticity without using it as a crutch
  • The difference between genuine influence and manipulation

How being open to receiving fuels your ability to give more

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0:00 48:14

332: Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence

Guests
Kevin Eikenberry
Keywords
leadership flexibility uncertainty confidence adaptability mindset skillset habitset growth resistance decision-making

Are your leadership habits helping you adapt…or holding you back? Kevin Eikenberry shares highlights from his new book, Flexible Leadership, and explores what it truly means to lead with confidence in uncertain times.  

Using the powerful image of a tree, deeply rooted yet able to bend, Kevin offers a fresh take on how leaders can stay grounded in their values while adapting their approach. The discussion covers the essential elements of mindset, skillset, and habitset, and how each one shapes a leader’s ability to navigate complexity with clarity and purpose. 

This conversation brings practical wisdom and real-life application to the forefront. The concept of the “confidence-competence loop” offers a hopeful reminder that growth builds momentum. Whether you’re leading a team, managing change, or working on personal development, you’ll find actionable insights for growing stronger through flexibility. 

Kevin is the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group, a leadership and learning company based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a team across the United States. He has spent over 30 years helping organizations and leaders from at least 53 countries become more effective.  

You’ll discover: 

  • How to stay grounded in your values while adapting your approach
  • The power of “it depends” in shifting perspective
  • What the confidence-competence loop means for leaders
  • Why resistance isn’t a problem—it’s an invitation
  • How to use questions to unlock better decisions

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0:00 44:16

331: How Self-Leadership Shapes Your Personal Brand

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Ben Albert
Keywords
self-leadership personal branding growth-minded community habits relationships honest feedback self-care mentors fears weaknesses empathy curiosity leadership during uncertainty

What if the only thing standing between you and stronger leadership is the way you see and lead yourself? In this conversation, Ben Albert shares how losing his job during the pandemic became the catalyst for his growth as an entrepreneur and podcaster.  

We explore why self-leadership matters, especially when no one else is steering the ship, and how habits, relationships, and honest feedback can help you grow. Ben also explains how self-care, personal branding, and seeking out mentors can transform your impact on others and yourself. 

We also discuss overcoming fears, turning weaknesses into strengths, and the power of empathy and curiosity in personal development. Ben describes building a supportive community of growth-minded leaders and why genuine connections are the foundation of lasting success. Whether you’re looking to lead more effectively or become a better version of yourself, you’ll find practical ideas and inspiration in this episode. 

Ben hosts a network of 5 podcasts called “Real Business Connections,” ranked in the top 1% globally. He also runs a massively successful marketing firm, Balbert Marketing. Ben is on a mission to move the needle on one million lives, one conversation at a time.  

You’ll discover: 

  • How self-leadership can empower you during times of uncertainty and change.
  • The role of self-care in supporting both personal growth and your ability to lead others.
  • Why personal branding matters and how to shape the way others perceive you.
  • Practical ideas for overcoming fears and turning past weaknesses into strengths.
  • The benefits of joining a growth-minded community for networking and ongoing development.

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0:00 55:42

330: Coaching Character as the Foundation of Leadership

Guests
Dane Deutsch
Keywords
leadership character trust empathy humility self-coaching growth trustworthiness respect responsibility coaching team building self-talk body posture

What if the real secret to great leadership isn’t found in strategy or skill, but in the strength of your character? This conversation with Dane Deutsch explores how character forms the true foundation of leadership, shaped by his own family values, military service, and years of leading diverse teams.  

Through stories from the Air Force and his own experience as a CEO, Dane reveals why caring for people and building trust matter more than any title or technique. His insights show that whether you’re coaching athletes, running a business, or guiding a community, authentic leadership always begins with character. 

Dane also introduces the “tricycle effect,” illustrating how qualities like trustworthiness, respect, and responsibility steer both personal and professional growth. From practical tools for self-coaching to the power of empathy and humility, you’ll come away inspired to strengthen your own character skills, build genuine connections, and lead with heart in every area of life. 

Dane was a Commander in the US Air Force and first applied character skills in the military. He’s the CEO of LMDC Academy, which stands for Leadership Management and Development in Character. Over the past 40 years, he’s coached and trained athletes, businesses, and teams. Dane owned a cybersecurity company and sold it in 2020. He’s also taught classes on cybersecurity at the university level. He and his wife own a gymnastics training center for pre-k to high school students, and character is the #1 skill they teach, followed by leadership, and then technical skills. Dane’s most recent book is titled "Coach-Ability and The Tricycle Effect: Coaching Character as the Foundation of Leadership."

You’ll discover: 

  • Why character skills are the true foundation of great leadership
  • How self-talk and body posture can help you manage anxiety and boost confidence
  • The “tricycle effect” and how it can guide your personal and professional growth
  • Real stories about empathy, humility, and the power of being coachable
  • Practical ways to develop trust, respect, and authentic connections in any area of your life

Check out all the episodes
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0:00 54:11

329: Being a Force for Good in the World

Guests
Coco Sellman
Keywords
leadership inner wisdom self-leadership reinvention daily rituals transformational leadership empowerment purpose-driven business entrepreneurship business as a force for good

What if the real key to powerful leadership is tuning in to your inner wisdom? Coco Sellman brings this idea to life by sharing how listening to that quiet inner voice and acting with integrity can transform not just your own journey, but also the lives of those you lead. Through stories of founding multiple companies and guiding teams through challenges like the pandemic, Coco highlights how self-leadership, reinvention, and daily rituals help unlock personal and professional growth.  

You’ll learn how transformational leadership goes beyond innovation, creating environments where people are genuinely empowered to grow and contribute their unique strengths. Coco’s insights into finding one’s “highest and best use” offer a fresh perspective on aligning daily actions with greater purpose. From nurturing nurses to redefining high-performance cultures, this episode is packed with wisdom for anyone seeking to lead with heart, clarity, and impact. 

Coco is such a big believer in the idea that business is a force for good that she founded and is the CEO of a company called A Force for Good. Her focus is to support purpose-driven women founders in unlocking exponential growth and prosperity. Coco is well qualified for this role. She has more than 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, has launched five companies, and guided over 500 startups.  

Her recent venture, Allumé Home Care, reached eight-figure revenues and seven-figure profits in just four years before a successful exit in 2024. Coco’s book, A Force for Good, offers a detailed roadmap that inspires societal change through women-led enterprises. 

You’ll discover: 

  • How to tap into and trust your inner wisdom
  • The difference between simple change, innovation, and true transformation
  • Practical ways to identify your “highest and best use”
  • Why nurturing and valuing team members fuels growth
  • Strategies for building collaborative, high-purpose organizations

Check out all the episodes
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