Lead To Greatness Podcast
Self-Improvement
About
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
- 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 corporate, entrepreneurial, and clinical experience, Julie brings a rare balance of e…
- 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 started, scaled, or backed more than 30 businesses - including taking businesses public…
- 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 development program. They knew very little about leadership, but what they lack…
- 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 entrepreneur with five successful exits, he has spent his career at the intersect…
- 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 influence. For more than two decades, she has partnered with executives, founders, and t…
- 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 experience, she helps organizations turn ideas into real-world impact through innovati…
- 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 more than 20 years, Cameron has been behind the scenes of some of the most visi…
- 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 purpose and integrity. From launching Progress Texas, the state's largest multi-issu…
- 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 her studies. During her academic pursuits, she launched a real estate investment…
- 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 background in marketing for Fortune 500 companies and an MBA from Northwestern Univers…
- 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 for C-suite talent in her second book, Strategy and Leadership as Service, she i…
- 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, she's one of the top real estate brokers in New York, a global speaker, and the…
- 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. Passionate about leadership development, John focuses on fostering growth and achieve…
- 229. 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. Known for fostering a strong culture of learning and mentorship, their clinic ha…
- 228. 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 recovering drug and alcohol addict who turned his own sobriety journey into a moveme…
- 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 her studies. During her academic pursuits, she launched a real estate investment…
- 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 bring communities together. With over a decade of experience in the playground ind…
- 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, reporting, and compliance of these organizations, as well as drives their growth…
- 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 conversation about the overlooked power of followership. In a world obsessed with leadershi…
- 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 beds for kids in need. What started as a holiday project in Luke's garage is now a…
- 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 works with C-suite leaders from organizations like Avon, Emerson Electric, Estee La…
- 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 entertainment. After witnessing talented executives sabotage their own success wi…
- 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 understands the challenges of business ownership firsthand from making payroll to naviga…
- 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 entrepreneur. With over 100 podcast appearances, Bri has become a pioneering voice…
- 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 than 50 growth-stage companies. His expertise is centered on helping companies sca…
- 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 locations. As a bestselling author and the host of "The Advertising Podcast," Skip Wil…
- 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, crisis management, and business development. A former Chief of Staff to New York City…
- 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 President and CEO of Texas State Optical, John has cultivated a thriving business net…
- 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 audiences through compelling content and strategic positioning. As the founder of Capozz…
- 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 more than two decades of experience in leadership development, coaching, and chan…
- 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 public speaking coach, Jimmy Cannon belief is simple: whether you're speaking or s…
- 211. Transformative Leadership for Social Impact with Tom Ulbrich | Cedric Francis
Tom Ulbrich, CEO of Goodwill of Western New York, shares insights on his entrepreneurial approach to addressing systemic challenges, including workforce development programs like Goodskills Career Builder and discussions on equity and the…
- 210. The Ultimate Guide To Team Building with Hugh Massie | Cedric Francis
Hugh Massie, founder of DNA Behavior International, shares insights on optimizing natural talents and financial behaviors to create an Exponential Future. His goal is to inform over a billion people annually on improving decision-making an…
- 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 real estate entrepreneurs how to raise MORE money for their deals, while guiding t…
- 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 Systems, Sharon blends science and personal development to guide CEOs, consulta…
- 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 leaders, and entrepreneurs to lead with emotional intelligence, adaptability, a…
- 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 experience and entrepreneurial grit, Ken fosters leadership collaboration and e…
- 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 over thirty years of professional experience and a deep passion for helping others…
- 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 Goldey stands at the forefront of revolutionizing workplace dynamics. With a career…
- 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 Center. After the Space Shuttle Columbia exploded upon re-entry in 2003, killing…
- 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 understands how to reach employees where they already are by communicating with them th…
- 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 coaching method integrates deep, holistic practices of mind, heart, and body, honed…
- 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. His unique approach integrates spiritual practices with business acumen, shaped by…
- 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 performance. With over 20 years of experience in manufacturing operations and s…
- 198. Breaking the Franchise Code In 2025 with Jack Clark | Cedric Francis
JACK CLARK grew up in the small, 1800 person town of Choteau, Montana. His family owned a small ranch and several small businesses throughout his childhood.The water well industry has been stagnant and afraid of change for decades. After r…
- 197. Connecting Hearts To Your Mission with Josh Bloomfield | Cedric Francis
With over 20 years of experience, Josh holds multiple patents, including those related to donation form designs, impact fulfillment, and innovative donor stewardship. His mission-driven leadership has earned him numerous awards, both for h…
- 196. Tips To Excel In Business with David Steele | Cedric Francis
David Steele is the co-founder and CEO of One Wealth Advisors, a $1B independent wealth RIA firm, dedicated to helping clients simplify their lives and achieve financial goals through comprehensive planning and advisory services. As a crea…
- 195. Level Up Your Personal Brand with Jason Moss | Cedric Francis
Jason Moss is a multi-six-figure business coach and leader of a global community of over 20,000 online business owners. After launching his first online business in 2016 and earning just $4,728 in his first year, Jason spent years masterin…
- 194. Leader Shift with Jan Frowijn
Jan Frowijn is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of an organization dedicated to protecting people and the environment through sustainable solutions empowered by technology. With a strong emphasis on leadership development, Jan fosters a c…
- 193. How To Leverage Technology For Maximum Impact with John Del Bello
John Del Bello is a visionary entrepreneur with over 35 years of community involvement dedicated to revolutionizing philanthropy. He combines curated technology with accessibility and affordability, drawing from 2,500+ hours of research. H…