Leveraging Success

What if the reason you're burning out and feeling stuck in leadership is that you're sitting in the wrong chair? In this powerful solo episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt unpacks the "Four Chairs" concept—Work, Wealth, Woo, and Wisdom—and explains why most leaders default to the Work chair long after it's their highest contribution. Jeff shares how this framework fro...

In this solo episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt clearly breaks down the three most important tools for personal and leadership growth, explaining when and why you need each one. He shares powerful personal stories of how counseling rewired his past, how consulting delivered a game-changing system that turned around a struggling organization, and how true coaching draws out a thrilling, e...

What if the reason you're stuck isn't what you think it is? In this episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt teams up with Rob Dayton to unpack the power of mindset, vision, and identity in breaking through self-imposed limits. Drawing from their experiences at the Meta Performance Institute and insights from Beyond High Performance, they explore how shifting beliefs can unlock yo...

What does it take for a marriage to not just survive the ups and downs, but become the jet fuel for your God-given purpose? In this heartfelt episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt sits down with his wife Heather to share a candid, behind-the-scenes look at their 30+ years of marriage—from hilarious Valentine's Day mishaps to navigating stress, growth, and kingdom impact. Jeff and H...

It's time to gather and reignite your calling! In this special episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt extends a personal invitation to The Master's Program alumni and potential participants for the Priority Gathering—an transformative event designed to sharpen leadership, foster community, and align your life with eternal impact. Jeff shares the vision behind this three-day expe...

What if disagreeing could actually strengthen your leadership, unity, and mission—whether in faith, business, or family? In this solo episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt explores the powerful concept of "disagree and commit," challenging the myth that niceness means avoiding conflict. Drawing from Scripture, personal experiences, and real-world examples.
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Are you holding onto tasks that drain your energy and distract you from your true calling? In this episode of Leveraging Success , Jeff Gerhardt talks with Jason Glenn, a faith-driven wealth strategist and ministry leader, about the leadership discipline of “neglect”, letting go of non-essential responsibilities to focus on your strengths and empower others. Jason shares insights from his move to...

What happens when success gives you options, but you're left wondering how to invest the second half of life in what truly lasts—family, faith, and eternal impact? In this episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Chadd Hodges, entrepreneur and faith-driven leader, to explore the transition from building businesses to stewarding a legacy centered on marriage, fatherhood, and...

What if God calls you to step into a bigger assignment, but the business you've built over nearly 20 years still demands your full attention? In this raw and vulnerable episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt coaches Kingdom entrepreneur and leader Selah Binno through a pivotal decision: whether to sell a major revenue-generating division of his company to fully embrace his new role...

What if this could be the best year of your life? In this solo episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt challenges you to break free from your default future and pursue a God-sized vision through a practical exercise on belief, possibility, and action. Jeff explores how limiting beliefs shrink our dreams and shares a step-by-step process to stretch goals beyond the "realm of possibil...

In this episode, Jeff Gerhardt discusses the importance of taking time to rest and reflect during the holiday season, particularly between Christmas and New Year. He emphasizes the need for presence in our interactions with family and friends, and shares practical tips for creating meaningful memories. Additionally, he provides a list of his top 10 books for personal growth and leadership, encoura...

How do you build actual flying cars by day... and still become the kind of man whose family, freedom, and faith are completely unshakable? Jonathan Witt is living that tension right now: 10-12-hour days at Archer Aviation, two little girls at home, and a burning 5-year vision to own his time, run multiple companies, and become full-time gospel patrons to leaders around the world. This isn't th...

What does it take for a marriage to not just survive, but thrive over decades while pursuing meaningful work and kingdom impact? In this episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with Marcus Sun, co-owner of Ren Athletics, to explore how couples can deepen intimacy, strengthen their family, and grow together in faith. Marcus and his wife Kelly reflect on 15 years of marriage, sharing...

What happens when a successful entrepreneur realizes that business achievements aren’t the only measure of a life well-lived? In this episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff Gerhardt sits down with his good friend Trey Sheneman, founder of Herald and author of The Compass Method, to discuss how to make major life and business decisions while keeping family, freedom, and faith at the center. Trey share...

What if this could be the best year of your life? In this solo episode of Leveraging Success, host Jeff Gerhardt challenges you to break free from your default future and pursue a God-sized vision through a practical exercise on belief, possibility, and action. Jeff explores how limiting beliefs shrink our dreams and shares a step-by-step process to stretch goals beyond the "realm of possibil...

What happens when an 18-year-old reflects on his childhood, family values, and the lessons that shaped him—right alongside his father? In this episode of Leveraging Success , Jeff Gerhardt sits down for a heartfelt, eye-opening conversation with his son, Zach Gerhardt. Zach, a senior at Cornerstone Christian Academy, pulls back the curtain on what it was really like growing up in the Gerhardt hous...

Are you living out your true calling in life? How often do you feel caught between your personal ambitions and the divine path God has laid out for you? Leadership in the kingdom of God isn’t just about guiding others—it’s about navigating decisions with emotional awareness and faith. In every relationship, every choice, and every challenge, discerning God’s will can feel like both a gift and a re...

Are you truly leading, or just hoping people will follow? What’s the real value you're offering them? In a world flooded with systems, promises, and well-meaning advice, what does it take to be a leader who inspires lasting commitment? In this episode of The Leveraging Success Podcast , Jeff Gerhardt reflects on what it takes to cultivate a deeper connection with God and how that foundation can tr...

What would drive someone to sell the business they’ve poured their life into? How do you prepare for the identity shift that comes after such a monumental decision? In this episode of the Leveraging Success Podcast, Jeff Gerhardt delves into the deeply personal and spiritual aspects of deciding whether to sell a business. He reflects on the urgency of making our lives matter and the tension betwee...

In the quest for professional success, achievements are often measured by promotions, wealth, or power. However, as we progress in our careers, our perspective tends to change. The traditional view of success—focused on hard work and long hours—can evolve into a focus on the impact we make, not only within our careers but beyond it. In this episode of Leveraging Success, Jeff explores the three ke...

What would drive someone to walk away from everything they’ve worked for—their wealth, their comfort, their security—all to follow a higher calling? What would cause someone to give up so much for something they couldn’t see or fully grasp? What does it really take to shift your focus from the here and now to something that lasts forever? In this episode of the Leveraging Success Podcast, Jeff Ger...

Every small choice, every quiet act of giving, and every moment you spend pursuing Christ could be adding up to something far greater than you ever imagined. In this episode of the Leveraging Success Podcast, Jeff Gerhardt challenges you to rethink faith, purpose, and the true meaning of eternal rewards. Jeff dives into this idea, revealing how the rewards God promises in the Bible are often overl...

Have you ever felt as though you've missed your opportunity to live the life you were truly meant for? Or perhaps you’re questioning whether it’s even possible to change course at this stage. You’re not alone. Many people believe they are “too far gone” to pursue their true purpose, yet this notion might not reflect reality. In this episode of the Leveraging Success Podcast , Jeff Gerhardt address...

Parenting often includes the challenge of navigating extremes. There is a delicate balance that parents must strike to avoid becoming either overly authoritarian or excessively lenient, as both approaches can hamper a child's growth: an overbearing parent might stifle independence and resilience, while a too-permissive parent might shield children from essential life lessons. In this episode of th...

This special compilation of Leveraging Success brings together the most insightful conversations, expert advice, and actionable strategies shared throughout the podcast. Although not a new recording, these key moments offer timeless value to enhance both personal and professional growth. The episode delves into several topics that will challenge you to rethink and reshape your career for greater f...