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Lead To Greatness Podcast
Hosted by entrepreneur, CEO, and public speaker Cedric Francis, the Lead to Greatness Podcast helps leaders reach their greatest potential and together change the world. Over 20+ years of leadership experience. Whether you are leading a non-profit or for-profit corporation, you'll learn tips on leadership and business from some of the top leaders today.
Episodes
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258. The Shoe That Grows with Andrew Kroes | Cedric Francis
Andrew Kroes studied at Northwest Nazarene University and shortly after, began working at Clearwater Analytics, where he earned his CFA (Chartered Financial…
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257. AI Can't Clone Character with Dave Behar and Cedric Francis
Dave Behar is the Founder, CEO, and Chief Executive Athlete of ION Network and Behar Brands, where he builds paradigm shifting networks, leagues, and brands in…
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256. You Are One Of A Kind with Mike Milligan and Cedric Francis
"Be One of a Kind." That's the mission driving Mike Milligan, Founder of 1.oak Financial, a dynamic virtual financial planning firm. Mike believes most people…
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255. Making Your Mission Visible with Diane Strand and Cedric Francis
Diane Strand have been able to achieve successes and turn her passions into profits by leading with purpose and Helping One Person Everyday (H.O.P.E.). So much…
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254. Extraordinary Leadership with Greg Hoover and Cedric Francis
GREG HOOVER is a leadership speaker, advisor, and author of Lead Anyway: Ordinary You, Extraordinary Impact. His career spans more than 40 years across…
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253. Great Leadership Begins With Healing with Randy Lyman | Cedric Francis
Randy Lyman is a physicist, entrepreneur, and expert in emotional intelligence and service-based leadership. He built the American Dream from humble…
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252. Connecting With The Right Audience with Christine Blosdale
Christine Blosdale is The Expert Authority Coach™ who helps entrepreneurs, creators, coaches, and thought leaders get seen, trusted, and paid for what they…
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251. Great Companies Speak One Language with Lee Caraher | Cedric Francis
Lee Caraher, CEO of Double Forte, is a widely acclaimed communication strategist known for her practical solutions to big problems. Her company works with some…
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250. The Power Of Your Unique Edge with Christian Flores | Cedric Francis
CHRISTIAN RAY FLORES was a refugee at 5. By 7, he had lived in 4 countries. By 21, he had witnessed a military coup in Chile, a civil war in Mozambique, and…
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249. Born Blind with 20/20 Vision with Patrick Engasser | Cedric Francis
PATRICK ENGASSER is a unique and sought-after bestselling author, business coach, and motivational speaker. He began his career as a top sales representative…
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248. Selling Yourself In Integrity with Greogory Kovsky | Cedric Francis
Gregory Kovsky is the President & CEO of International Business Associates (IBA), the Pacific Northwest's oldest and largest business brokerage firm…
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247. Increasing Revenue In Your Business with Adam Povlitz and Cedric Francis
Adam Povlitz is the CEO & President of Anago Cleaning Systems, where he is redefining what it means to lead in a blue-collar industry. Adam doesn't run a…
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246. Building Guaranteed Success with Griffin Brand | Cedric Francis
GRIFFIN BRAND served on active duty in the U.S. Army from 2015 to 2023. His experience ranged from maneuvering tanks on the dusty trails of Fort Benning, GA…
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245. Mistakes of Using Artificial Intelligence with Nathan Strum | Cedric Francis
NATHAN STRUM is the CEO of Abby Connect, where he leads the company's mission to fuse human connection with cutting-edge technology. Under his leadership, Abby…
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244. Bankruptcy of Leadership with Fay Niewidomski | Cedric Francis
Fay Niewiadomski is an international, award-winning change management strategist and culture transformation consultant. She coaches and trains leading…
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243. Building Lasting Sustainability with Erik Dodier | Cedric Francis
ERIK DODIER is a lifelong entrepreneur, EOS Implementer, and former CEO whose journey is defined by one core belief: the most meaningful success comes from…
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242. Mastering Communication with Julie Nise | Cedric Francis
Julie Nise is a Relationship Trainer and Communication Strategist known for her direct, results-oriented approach. With more than two decades of combined…
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241. Double Up Money Mastery with Gary Ashwort | Cedric Francis
Gary Ashworth is the founder of the Double Up Money Mastery Community, serial entrepreneur, investor, best-selling author and business writer. Gary has…
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240. Unleashed Leadership with Dr. Garland and Dorothy Wood Vance | Cedric Francis
Dr. Garland Vance and Dorothy Wood Vance, the visionary founders behind AdVance Leadership. In their early 20s when they were tasked with building a leadership…
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239. Using AI to Work Less, Earn More, and Lead Better with Daniel Hindi | Cedric Francis
DANIEL HINDI is a founder, software engineer, and CXO with more than 25 years of experience turning ideas into multi-million dollar SaaS products. A US based…
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238. Leading From the Inside Out with Dr. Natalie Pickering and Cedric Francis
Natalie Pickering, PhD, is a TEDx speaker, organizational psychologist, and executive coach who helps leaders trade performance pressure for authentic…
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237. Turning Ideas Into Impact with Barbara Salopek | Cedric Francis
Barbara Salopek is an innovation strategist, founder of Vinco Innovation, and adjunct lecturer at BI Norwegian Business School. With over two decades of…
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236. Business StartUp From the GroundUp with Cameron Magee and Cedric Francis
Cameron Magee is the Founder & CEO of avad3, a national production company known for helping planners deliver flawless, high-stakes events and conferences. For…
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235. Building Sustainable Growth with Matt Glazer and Cedric Francis
MATT GLAZER builds things that matter. As a founder, nonprofit leader, and educator, he's spent his career helping individuals and organizations grow with…
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234. The Big Beautiful Bill with Michelle Campbell | Cedric Francis
MICHELLE CAMPBELL was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, and began her educational journey in South Dakota before relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, to continue…
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233. Global Impact in Action with Kurt Avery | Cedric Francis
Kurt Avery is the founder and president of Sawyer Products, a company at the forefront of innovation in outdoor protection and humanitarian aid. With a…
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232. The Next Generation Business Model with Sara Daw and Cedric Francis
Sara Daw is passionate about designing the future of work for C-level talent and organizations. As well as publishing the first research on the Access Economy…
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231. Mastering Your Intentions with Bianci D'Alessio | Cedric Francis
Bianca D'Alessio as a powerful guest for your podcast to talk about how to achieve enduring success. Star of HBO Max's acclaimed series, Selling the Hamptons…
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230. Boost Your Sales Engagement Strategies with John Donelly | Cedric Francis
John Donnelly serves as the Executive Director of Sales at Service First Mortgage, a company dedicated to community enrichment and financial empowerment…
Lead To Greatness Podcast229. Creating A Great Culture with Justin Long | Cedric Francis
JUSTIN LONG is an author, podcast host, and the hospital administrator for Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic, which he owns with his wife, Dr. Erica Lacher…
Lead To Greatness Podcast228. Building A Brand Of Gratitude with Chris Bilyk | Cedric Francis
Chris Bilyk is the founder and CEO of State of Gratitude, a purpose-driven lifestyle brand focused on recovery, intention, and building community. He is a…
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227. Breaking Free Of Financial Sabotage with Michelle Campbell | Cedric Francis
MICHELLE CAMPBELL was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, and began her educational journey in South Dakota before relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, to continue…
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226. Thriving In Competitive Markets with Nicolas Breedlove | Cedric Francis
Nicolas Breedlove is a visionary entrepreneur and the CEO of NVB Playgrounds, a company dedicated to creating safe, engaging, and inclusive play spaces that…
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225. How Great Leaders Inspire Action with Kash Rocheleua | Cedric Francis
KASH ROCHELEAU served as the chief financial officer for Icon Foods soon moving into the CEO role (as of May 10, 2024). She oversees the financial operations…
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224. The Strength Of True Followship with Jim Matuga | Cedric Francis
JIM MATUGA, founder of InnerAction Media and author of the new book Humble Influence: The Strength of True Followership, is on a mission to spark a…
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223. Creating Massive Impact in Your Business with Luke Mickelson | Cedric Francis
No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in my Town — that is the mission driving Luke, the Founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a nonprofit building and delivering…
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222. Critical Decision Making Skills with Dr. Linda Henman | Cedric Francis
Dr. Linda Henman is an advisor, speaker, coach, and author or coauthor of 11 books. She founded Henman Performance Group, a leadership consulting firm that…
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221. Unlock Your Leadership Potential and Self Doubt with Marc Wolfe | Cedric Francis
Marc A. Wolfe is an executive coach, podcast host, and consultant with 25 years of Fortune 500 experience across healthcare, retail, finance, nonprofits, and…
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220. EOS: The Ultimate Game Changer for Explosive Business Growth with Will Watrous | Cedric Francis
WILL WATROUS is passionate about helping teams achieve their biggest goals. With experience leading four companies ranging from 3 to 250 employees, he…
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219. Reset Your Mind Reset Your Life with Bri Seeley | Cedric Francis
Bri Seeley is a seasoned entrepreneur with more than 18 years of business experience, renowned for her dynamic presence as a TEDx speaker and award-winning…
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218. Building and Maintaining a Successful Business with Eric Fiegoli | Cedric Francis
Eric Fiegoli co-founded Exbo Group in 2017. Since its inception, he has played a pivotal role in providing finance, operations, and strategy support to more…
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217. Unlock Real Advertising Results with Skip Wilson | Cedric Francis
Skip Wilson's journey in advertising, creating DRAFT Media Partners, an advertising execution company that now serves over a hundred clients across four…
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216. Everyone Wins: Negotiating A Win-Win Outcome with Frank Carone | Cedric Francis
Frank Carone is an attorney, public affairs strategist, and founder of Oaktree Solutions, a venture consulting firm specializing in government relations…
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215. The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership and Life with John D. Marvin | Cedric Francis
John D. Marvin is a visionary entrepreneur, acclaimed columnist, and influential leader dedicated to empowering others to unlock their full potential. As…
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214. Elevating Your Online Presence in 2025 with Jenna Capozzi | Cedric Francis
Jenna Capozzi is a veteran creative producer and award-winning marketing strategist with over 30 years of experience scaling brands and building loyal…
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213. Proactive Team Building with Kelli Lester | Cedric Francis
Kelli Lester is the Co-founder and Partner of Onyx Rising, a consulting firm specializing in transforming individual, team, and organizational behavior. With…
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212. Speaking Like a High Performance Leader with Jimmy Cannon | Cedric Francis
Jimmy offers a fresh and unique perspective on topics like public speaking anxiety by blending voice work with anxiety management strategies. As a voice and…
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211. Transformative Leadership for Social Impact with Tom Ulbrich | Cedric Francis
Tom Ulbrich, a dynamic entrepreneur, educator, and CEO of Goodwill of Western New York. With a decades long background in both for-profit and non-profit…
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210. The Ultimate Guide To Team Building with Hugh Massie | Cedric Francis
Hugh Massie is the Executive Chairman and Founder of DNA Behavior International – the Behavior and Money Insights Company. Hugh's purpose is to empower people…
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209. How to Build a $400 Million Real Estate Portfolio with Palmy Kitti | Cedric Francis
Palmy and Nancy Kitti are apartment syndicators, entrepreneurs, and educators with big dreams and a $400 million multifamily apartment portfolio. They teach…
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208. Unlock the Secrets to Time, Money, and Purpose with Dr. Sharon Spano | Cedric Francis
Dr. Sharon Spano is an Executive Coach who helps high-impact leaders uncover hidden barriers to success and fulfillment. With a PhD in Human and Organizational…
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207. The Power of Emotional Mastery with Valerie Sandjivy | Cedric Francis
Valerie Sandjivy is an adaptive leadership mentor and business coach with over 20 years of experience. As the founder of Ellipus, she helps executives, C-suite…
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206. How to Connect with Everyone with Ken Bogard | Cedric Francis
Ken Bogard, founder of Know Honesty, is dedicated to enhancing professionals' lives and delivering on the organization's truest needs and wants. With extensive…
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205. Becoming a Conscious Leader with Diane Taylor | Cedric Francis
Diane Taylor is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Glow Leadership, as well as an accomplished speaker, author, and leadership development coach. With…
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204. Unlocking Success Through DEIB with Desiree Goldey | Cedric Francis
As the Director of Talent Operations and Culture and a pivotal leader in talent and marketing at ZRG Partners and Founder of Do Better Consulting, Desiree…
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203. Building a Thriving Company Culture with Dr. Laura Gallaher | Cedric Francis
Dr. Laura Gallaher is an Organizational Psychologist, Speaker, USA Today Best-Selling Author and Leadership Coach. She began her career at NASA Kennedy Space…
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202. The Employee Experience with Jason Anthoine | Cedric Francis
Jason Anthoine is a globally recognized leader in internal communications, employee experience and culture change. With over 35 years of experience, he…
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201. Purpose Driven Leadership with Susan Inouye | Cedric Francis
Susan Inouye is a transformational executive coach with nearly two decades of experience empowering leaders across 600 companies in 40 industries. Her 1-1…
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200. The Art Of Risk-Taking with Kash Fadaie | Cedric Francis
Kash Fadaie is the Founder of Fadaie Insurance, an $11 million agency he built from the ground up. Born in Iran and settling in the United States at age 11…
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199. Ending Micromanagement in Leadership with Chris Seifert
Chris Seifert is a dynamic leader and the founder of Enabling Empowerment, an initiative dedicated to transforming organizational leadership and enhancing team…