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Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts

Tony Taylor
Entrepreneurship
Mental Health
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Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts is a show about the real moments that shape us. Every week Tony Taylor sits with people who have lived through something hard and came out changed. Caregivers, creators, entrepreneurs, survivors. People in the messy middle who kept going even when it hurt. These conversations are raw, honest, and unscripted. We talk about the moments that broke you open, the choices... more

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Recent Guests

Willie Blake
A motivational speaker and coach who specializes in supporting dyslexic individuals
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Episode: You Have Dyslexia. Here’s What That Actually Means.
Susannah Rose Stokes
A former Marine Corps officer turned founder of Metamorphosis, an ecosystem supporting psychedelic healing.
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Episode: Can Mushrooms or LSD Really Heal You?
Hillary Momberger-Powers
Voice of Sally Brown from Peanuts
Episode: The Voice of Sally Brown (Peanuts) & the Addiction That Almost Silenced Her
Michael Pritchard
World-renowned comedian, youth counselor, and motivational speaker
Episode: How to Heal with Laughter with Michael Pritchard
Dennis Yu
Digital marketing expert and CEO of Blitz Metrics
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Episode: The Mission to Create 1 Million Jobs with Dennis Yu
Enrique Gonzalez
Leadership consultant and podcaster
Triad Leadership Solutions
Episode: Start Ugly: Don’t Let Perfectionism Stop You with Enrique Gonzalez
Melissa Beard
Public sector leader and educator dedicated to advocating for equity and access in education.
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Episode: How to Go Left When Everyone Goes Right with Melissa Beard
Tim Shurr
Speaker and expert on mindset and personal development.
Episode: Healing Is One Belief Away with Tim Shurr
Nina Izel
Healer and expert in plant medicine and psychedelic therapy
Episode: Ayahuasca: Healing from PTSD, Anxiety, and Trauma with Nina Izel

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Tony Taylor
Host of Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts, Tony Taylor engages deeply with guests about their adversities and the leadership insights they glean from them, facilitating raw and honest dialogues around challenging experiences.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Leaders Lead is Amazing

    I love this podcast! The host is amazing! It’s really helping get through life right now. Life has been hard. This podcast is amazing and different in all the right ways! The interviews are real, intriguing, entertaining, funny and full of life stories and lessons. Tony is authentic! You can tell he genuinely cares about his guests and what his audience is able to take away. I never miss an episode and neither should you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Leanne J
    United States2 months ago
  • Everyone Leads Someone!

    I hope the listeners enjoy the podcast as much as I enjoyed being on it! Tony asks great questions and gets to the heart of the matter quickly to help all of us lead from within!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barbara Hemphill
    United States2 months ago
  • This show gives us hope

    Live isn’t always easy, but even in hard times, you can’t forget that things will get better. Tony does an amazing job surfacing stories of challenging times and what the other side looks like. A must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maj8614
    United States2 months ago
  • Leadership Without the Shortcut

    Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts is a grounded, honest look at leadership that doesn’t sugarcoat the hard parts. It focuses on integrity, accountability, and the quiet, uncomfortable decisions leaders have to make when the right choice isn’t the easy one. Practical, reflective, and refreshingly real—this is a strong listen for anyone who leads people and actually cares about doing it well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kittylistens
    United States2 months ago
  • Great advice

    I really appreciated the episode on surviving betrayal. It is something I have dealt with before, but didn't know how to overcome. This episode gave me a lot of pointers and advice for how to deal with these situations in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FindingHopeAfterLoss
    United States3 months ago

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The show's focus on mental health and vulnerability resonates deeply with an audience seeking relatable and actionable advice for their own lives.
Listeners appreciate the powerful storytelling and authenticity, noting that the discussions provide valuable insights into leadership amidst adversity.
Many find the host's genuine approach refreshing, as it fosters a sense of connection and empowerment between guests and the audience.
Some listeners expressed slight frustration with perceived inconsistencies in episode depth or format, but overall, feedback remains very positive.

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You Have Dyslexia. Here’s What That Actually Means.
Q: What can dyslexic individuals do to turn dyslexia from a liability to a superpower?
They can adopt a positive belief and mindset, get clear on their goals, plan their actions, take daily steps, and adjust as necessary to navigate their unique challenges.
You Have Dyslexia. Here’s What That Actually Means.
Q: What exactly is dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a difficulty with reading, specifically how we process information. It's not just about letters being backwards, but involves how individuals take in and interpret information before communicating it.
Millions to Rock Bottom… and Back – Rafe Furst’s Wild Ride
Q: What was your mindset with the companies that you've been able to build and exit out of?
Rafe's mindset was traditionally to build to sell but now believes there is more value in long-term relationships and doing good.
Millions to Rock Bottom… and Back – Rafe Furst’s Wild Ride
Q: How did it feel being so young with so much money in your pocket?
It felt like a dream come true, a major part of his identity tied to his achievement and luck during that time.
Millions to Rock Bottom… and Back – Rafe Furst’s Wild Ride
Q: What's your story?
Rafe shares his journey from growing up in Venice Beach to launching companies and playing professional poker while dealing with the crisis of Full Tilt Poker's collapse.

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Recent guests on Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts include:

1. Willie Blake
2. Susannah Rose Stokes
3. Hillary Momberger-Powers
4. Michael Pritchard
5. Dennis Yu
6. Enrique Gonzalez
7. Melissa Beard
8. Tim Shurr

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