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The Leader Mentality
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Ten Practical Ways To Get More Customers Seeing You
Most businesses don’t fail because they’re bad at what they do. They fail because the right people never hear about them. We get straight to work on a…
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Systems That Scale
If your business depends on you remembering everything, you don’t have a company, you have a bottleneck. Rob Clemons sits down with Nick DeStafano to unpack…
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How To Motivate Employees With Clear Accountability
The conversation you are avoiding is already shaping your culture. When an employee repeats the same mistake, most leaders swing between two extremes…
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How To Correct Performance While Keeping People Engaged
One careless sentence can undo months of trust, yet avoiding the conversation can quietly sink your team. Rob Clemens and Nick Destafano get honest about the…
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Curiosity And Courage Predict Who Will Lead Next
You can feel it when a real leader walks into the room, but it’s rarely the loudest voice or the highest performer. We unpack how to spot and develop future…
The Leader MentalityWhat If The Next Big Opportunity Is Home
Myrtle Beach is changing fast, and if you still think it’s only a hot summer beach town, you’re missing the real story. We sit down with Denielle Van Dyke…
The Leader MentalityHow A Myrtle Beach Coffee Truck Built Momentum
A lot of people say they want to “start a business someday” until they realize the hardest part is the quiet beginning, when the product is ready but the…
The Leader MentalityWhat If The Scariest Jump Is The Right One
One decision can change everything, especially the decision to start over when your pride wants you to stay put. From the “busy person problem” that keeps…
The Leader MentalityIs Failure The Missing Requirement For Success
A lot of people say they want to “get into the trades” or “start a business,” but almost nobody talks about the unglamorous details that decide whether you…
The Leader MentalityYou Can Make A Difference Starting Today
Someday is a comforting word until you realize you don’t get to schedule your own halftime. From Myrtle Beach, we sit down with local author Cary Rowell for a…
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How Echo Helps Veterans Escape Living Without Housing, Work, And Dignity
A single mistake can feel like a life sentence, especially when addiction, eviction, or a criminal record shuts every door in your face. From Myrtle Beach…
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What If Generations Are Your Advantage
Four generations are working side by side right now, and a lot of leaders are still trying to manage that reality with stereotypes and frustration. We sit down…
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How To Empower Your Team With Clear Guardrails
Most leaders say they want to “empower the team,” but what they really mean is “please read my mind and don’t mess this up.” We get honest about why…
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Accountability Starts When You Define The Standard
We break down what a real culture of accountability looks like and why the best organizations make expectations so clear that people can hold themselves to the…
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The Backwards Shirt Test For Real Leadership
What if your title disappeared tomorrow, would your team still follow you? That question drives our conversation about leading through influence instead of…
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Strong But Wrong And Still Friends
We break down how to navigate difficult conversations with grace so feedback builds trust instead of triggering defensiveness. Rob and Nick share real stories…
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A Great Leader Ends Every Story With So Now What
The fastest way to lose a room is to give people information with no meaning. The fastest way to lead a room is to give them a story they can see themselves…
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Active Listening Turns Conversations Into Trust And Action
You can feel it when someone is truly listening. The pace slows. The questions sharpen. The space feels safe enough to share the real story. That’s the heart…
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Thriving Through Setbacks: Self‑Awareness, Preparation, And Purpose
Struggle isn’t a detour from growth; it’s the road. We sat down to explore how leaders and teams can turn rough stretches into real momentum by treating…
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Staying Curious Is Hard; Here’s How We Practice It And Reward It
We trade the pressure to “know it all” for a practical playbook on staying curious while leading teams and growing a business. From ultramarathon goals to…
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Pizza, Peers, And Purpose
We sit down with Eden to unpack how a simple pizza meetup can change the landscape for young adults with disabilities, from isolation to community, from coping…
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How To Pair Confidence With Humility For Stronger Leadership
We break down how to pair courage with humility so leaders can act with conviction, invite feedback, and keep learning without sliding into arrogance. Stories…
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Bowl Game Leadership Lessons
A bowl game should feel bigger than four quarters, and that’s exactly what we’ve built on the Grand Strand. We sit down with Tony Ferrante to unpack how the…
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From Fixed To Growth: How Leaders Unlock Potential
Think about the last time you wrote someone off with a quick label—she’s not a closer, he’s not a people person, they won’t click with that client. That tiny…
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Your Story Is The Legacy Someone Needs
What happens when you pay to get “kidnapped” and come back with a mission? We sit down with speaker, author, and nonprofit founder Gina Casazza to trace the…
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What if clarity, gratitude, and delayed rewards are the real engine of leadership?
What if the most effective leadership style isn’t loud, sharp, or performative—but clear, considerate, and generous? We dive into personal mastery and a…
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The Leader’s Paradox: Doubt as a Signal for Growth
Doubt can be a compass. When that “I don’t belong here” voice shows up, it often means you’re standing at the edge of growth. We dig into imposter syndrome…
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Leadership's Hidden Superpower: Emotional Intelligence
Ever wondered why some leaders seem to navigate workplace tensions with ease while others create chaos wherever they go? The secret lies in emotional…
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The Foundation of Leadership: Why Self-Leadership Comes First
What makes someone a true leader versus just a person with authority? In this thought-provoking conversation between Rob Clemens and leadership coach Nick…
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Beyond Transactions: Building Genuine Relationships to Close Deals
We explore how the best salespeople don't actually "sell" but instead educate, solve problems, and build genuine relationships with clients. • Great…
The Leader MentalityBeyond Billboards: The Power of Social Media Influence
Rob Clemons welcomes digital creator and Myrtle Beach influencer JBL to discuss the power of authentic content creation and community connection in today's…
The Leader MentalityBehind the Music: Country Stars Share Their Journey
Nestled in the heart of Myrtle Beach's country music scene, this special CCMF edition of Leader Mentality Show delivers raw conversations with rising stars and…
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The Path to Self-Discipline: Transforming Goals into Action
What drives us to keep pushing forward when motivation fades? In this compelling conversation with Ben Furtwengler, owner of Anytime Fitness in Murrells Inlet…
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The Art of Human-Centered Leadership at McLeod Health with Nick Destefano
Nick Destefano, Training Specialist at McLeod Health, shares powerful insights on leadership as leaving people better than you found them, emphasizing that…
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Bridging Generations: Keys to Thriving Family Businesses- Fernando & Miguel Posada from International Construction Services
Dive into our latest episode where we explore the unique dynamics of family businesses, focusing on International Construction Services led by brothers…
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Maximizing Success and Communication with TV Show Host, Renowned Chef and Business Owner, Mason Zeglen
Mason Zeglen has already had an amazing career and story at a young age. Having been a 2 time champion on the TV Show “Guy’s Grocery Games” and host of the…
The Leader MentalityEmbracing Customer Service to Grow Your Business with Kristy Yelle of Palmetto Protection Films
On this week’s show, Kristy Yelle of Palmetto Protection Films brought a ton of great information for those in business and leadership. As a owner, along with…
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Student of the Game Mindset with Author, Trainer and Speaker, Sean Mitton
We all know how important mindset is to ourselves and our teams and this week we had a mindset master on the show when visited by Sean Mitton. Sean is an…
The Leader MentalityRebounding and Getting Stronger After a Setback – A Discussion with former NCAA Basketball Coach, Author and Business Trainer, Matt Doherty
On this show, we met one of our most influential guests to date, Coach Matt Doherty. In his successful career he has led many people across different…
The Leader MentalityEnsuring that No One Fights Alone with Kim Rodgers-Clora, founder of the Jacqueline Rodgers Foundation
Our guest this week is a person that has a big heart and a big goal to help people – specifically those affected by breast cancer. We recognize this month’s…
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How a Community Partnership Fosters Economic Growth and Improves Quality of Life with BJ Beaver from Partnership Grand Strand
This week we had an opportunity to talk about everything from starting a new business, to community growth, to leadership ideas with Partnership Grand Strand’s…
The Leader MentalityHow a Community Leader Changed His Life and Other’s Through Meals on Wheels with Michael Snuggs
The newest League of Leaders award recipient, Michael Snuggs of Meals on Wheels has had quite an inspiring journey. He’s served in the United States Armed…
The Leader MentalityBuilding a Better Future Through Workforce Development and Innovation with South Carolina Lt Governor Pamela Evette
When looking for an exceptional leader you want someone that is dedicated to excellence, committed to planning and that cares about people; our guest this…
The Leader MentalityThe Humanity of Sales and More - Talking Mindset with Motivational Speaker, Author and Business Coach, Heather Hansen O’Neill
When we first met this week’s guest, Heather Hansen O’Neill, we knew it was going to be a great show and she certainly delivered! She spoke to us about…
The Leader MentalityFrom competing in the Miss South Carolina Pageant, to Performing in Plays, to Going Viral on the National Stage – Living Life to Its Fullest with Teagan Brown, Sports Director at WMBF
This week is a must watch episode with Teagan Brown, the Sports Director at WMBF. In a relatively short time, Teagan has made a big mark both locally and…
The Leader MentalityChanging Lives by Proving That “Anything is Possible” with Grand Strand Miracle Leagues’ Executive Director – Stephanie Warren
Our focus on this week’s show was on the inspirational side of leadership with this month’s League of Leaders award recipient, Stephanie Warren. As Executive…
The Leader MentalityInnovative Techniques to Treat Depression and Other Mental Disorders with Ben Greenzweig of Living Water Clinics
On this episode we talked with Ben Greenzweig about the challenges of mental health conditions and a revolutionary treatment called TMS (short for Transcranial…
The Leader MentalityMaking A Positive Impact Nation-wide For Those with Autism - an interview with Becky Large From CAN
We want to congratulate this month's League of Leaders award recipient, Becky Large for her recognition of her achievements in leadership. Becky is the founder…
The Leader MentalityA Story of Triumph Through Adversity with Melissa Fowble, AVP of First Reliance Bank
Just two years ago, Melissa Fowble was at a crossroads of life - she got home from work and her entire home with all of her possessions had burned to the…
The Leader MentalityLeadership, Real Estate and Construction - A Candid Discussion with Rob Clemons and Frank Dominick
In this episode, Rob and Frank respond to viewer questions on various topics including the difference in contractor types and which one you need, how to…
The Leader MentalityDiscussing "The Why" in Leadership - League of Leaders Award Winner, January Fitzgerald
We are proud to introduce the first "League of Leaders" award recipient, January Fitzgerald. January is currently the Director of Activities at Indigo in…
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Frank Dominick Shares His Myrtle Beach Real Estate Market Report on the Market Minute
A little info on the state of the Real Estate Industry with Carolina Bays Real Estate Agent - Frank Dominick. Frank talked about: New construction…
The Leader MentalityRecognizing Leaders through The League of Leaders with Michael Sokolik
Show friend and community connector, Michael Sokolik of Paradise Financial Strategies came on the show to talk about the League of Leaders. This program was…
The Leader MentalityA Brief History about Coastal Carolina University and Staying Involved with CCU's Cobi Williams
We had a great blast from the past when our old friend and Teal Talk podcast cohost Cobi Williams from CCU joined us. Cobi works in alumni engagement with…
The Leader MentalityCCMF Special 2024 Part 2 with performers Ryan Trotti, Few Miles South and Jeremiah Wheeler and Ground Zero Representative Carlee Harrington
In Part 2 of our CCMF special we really got a glimpse into the world of country music performers at the festival. Ryan Trotti led off with such a fun vibe and…
The Leader MentalityCCMF Special 2024 Part 1 w/ performers Briana Calhoun and Nolan Quinn & The Troublemakers and Special Guests from Visit Myrtle Beach and the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre
Our CCMF special for 2024 kicked off with a bang as we were joined by several Country music performers that performed at the Carolina Country Music Festival…
The Leader Mentality4 Keys to Success In Life with Campaign Manager and Cumulus Media Executive – Jon Silver
We enjoyed great company and a wonderful setting when Jon Silver from Cumulus Media met with us at the Greg Norman’s Australian Grill to discuss keys to…
The Leader Mentality100 Things to Do in Myrtle Beach Before You Die with Author Ashley Daniels
100 Things to Do In Myrtle Beach Before You Die author, Ashley Daniels, tells us all of the wonderful things to do in the area. If you have considered moving…
The Leader MentalityBoosting Your Leadership and Sharpening Your Mindset with Davina Lloyd of Diamond Dynasty Productions
Leadership was a hot topic in our interview with Davina Lloyd this week as we talked to her about her upcoming Men's Conference in Myrtle Beach (more on that…
The Leader MentalityThe Celebrity Effect - How a Popular Restaurant Reviewer Grew His Brand on Social Media with Bob Kelly from Bob's Restaurant Review
For the first show of our new season we met with Bob Kelly from Bob's Restaurant Review. Before I ever met Bob, I felt like I already knew him. In just 3 short…