Lead Empowered TV - Conversations That Transform How We Lead, Work, and Live

What happens when one of the world's most recognized wealth advisors decides that success isn't enough? In this inspiring episode of Lead Empowered TV , Nathan R. Mitchell sits down with Kevin Smith to explore the remarkable journey that took him from the pinnacle of financial success to leading Kindness Worldwide, a global movement dedicated to creating cultures of kindness across communi...

What if the most important leadership conversation isn't happening in the boardroom—but inside your own mind? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , host Nathan R. Mitchell sits down with internationally recognized executive coach, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and Forbes and Rolling Stone columnist Rhett Power. As CEO and Co-Founder of Accountability Inc., Rhett has spent decades helping...

What does it take to create sustainable business growth in today's competitive marketplace? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , host Nathan R. Mitchell sits down with Aaron Webb, Founder and CEO of Webb's Enterprises LLC, to discuss the leadership principles, relationship-building strategies, and growth systems that help organizations scale their impact and revenue. Aaron shares insight...

What happens when an inventor chooses to share his discoveries instead of protecting them? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , host Nathan Mitchell sits down with inventor, entrepreneur, and independent researcher George Wiseman, founder of Eagle-Research. For more than four decades, George has dedicated his life to exploring alternative energy technologies, innovation, and the practical applic...

What does it actually take to build a culture that lasts nearly a decade—and still keeps people growing, engaged, and aligned? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with Andria McCullough, Chief Administrative Officer at Truity Credit Union, to explore the organization’s intentional culture journey that began in 2015 and continues to shape how they lead today. Andria brings nearly 30...

In this solo episode of Lead Empowered TV , we dive deep into the 5 Voices framework and how it transforms the way teams communicate, collaborate, and perform. Most workplace challenges aren’t caused by lack of skill—they’re caused by misunderstood communication. When people don’t understand how they or others are wired to speak, think, and contribute, teams drift into misalignment, frustration, a...

What if burnout, stress, and self-sabotage aren’t signs that high achievers are broken — but evidence of patterns running beneath the surface? In this powerful episode of Lead Empowered TV , Nathan sits down with Mandy Morris — executive psychology coach, licensed professional counselor, TEDx speaker, and co-founder of soFree — to explore the hidden connection between leadership, nervous system re...

In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with veteran finance executive Jeff Glick, who brings over 30 years of experience across hedge funds, private equity, SPACs, family offices, and high-growth ventures. Jeff has seen it all—from early-stage startups to global investment platforms—and he shares a candid look at one of the most overlooked drivers of business value: financial structure...

Why do so many organizations struggle with disengagement, burnout, and underperformance—even when they have talented people and well-meaning leaders? In this solo episode of Lead Empowered TV , Nathan breaks down the real reasons workplace cultures fall short—and what leaders can do differently to turn things around. Drawing from nearly 25 years of experience across corporate retail, higher educat...

What if the data you’re already sitting on could become your greatest competitive advantage? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with Dr. Alaina Szlachta, founder of By Design Development Solutions and author of Measurement and Evaluation on a Shoestring. Alaina shares how training and coaching organizations can move beyond gut instinct and start using their own data to stand out in...

What if the very symptoms you’ve been told to ignore are actually the key to unlocking your next level of performance? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with Cynthia Fluck—former U.S. Naval Academy physics graduate and military officer turned holistic health practitioner and founder of Crescent Holistic Health. Cynthia brings a rare blend of scientific precision and whole-body hea...

What does it really mean to turn adversity into impact? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with Jeff Pearson—entrepreneur, TV host, speaker, and nonprofit founder—whose life story is a powerful example of resilience in action. Born with hydrocephalus and having undergone multiple brain surgeries, Jeff refused to let his condition define his limits. Instead, he built a mission aroun...

Confidence and resilience don’t happen by accident—they’re developed. In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , Nathan sits down with Anthony Scire, a life coach, mentor, and performance trainer with more than 20 years of experience helping people strengthen both their mindset and physical well-being. Anthony shares how his journey in the fitness industry led him to a deeper realization: many of the...

What does it really take to stop being the bottleneck in your own business—and start leading at a higher level? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , I sit down with Coach Michael Dill, award-winning business coach, global speaker, and President of Power & Ice Wealth Creation. With over 40 years of experience and a track record of helping leaders achieve consistent growth, Michael breaks down...

Leadership conversations often favor the loudest voices in the room—but what about the leaders who think deeply, listen carefully, and lead with quiet confidence? In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , Nathan sits down with Stephanie Oden, Certified Empowerment Coach, Success Principles Coach, and bestselling author, to explore the often misunderstood power of introverted leadership. Drawing from...

Clear ideas don’t always get clear buy-in. And for many leaders, that’s where the real frustration begins. In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , I sit down with communication strategist and presentation expert Cindy Skalicky, founder of On Point Communications and author of Red Light Green Light. Cindy has spent more than two decades helping executives, founders, and leadership teams sharpen thei...

In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with Kim Speed, brand visibility expert and founder of Purple Moon Creative, to talk about what it really means for small businesses to get noticed by the right people. Kim breaks down why visibility isn’t about being louder, flashier, or everywhere — it’s about being clear, intentional, and consistent with your brand. We dig into common marketing...

In this episode, I sit down with Russ Hedge, of the Marketing With Russ Podcast, to share how faith, moments, and hard lessons have shaped my leadership journey . We talk about purpose, conviction, and why empowering others has become central to how I lead. If you’ve ever wrestled with leading authentically while staying grounded in what matters most, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , I sit down with Julie Read to talk about what really happens inside leadership teams when a business starts to grow—and the systems required to keep that growth from turning into chaos. Julie shares her perspective as a Professional EOS Implementer and former insider at EOS Worldwide, where she helped lead major initiatives and scale a successful product laun...

In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with Keith Mercer to talk about what it really takes to develop a winning mindset. Keith shares how his journey from Washington, D.C. to becoming a Division I football champion shaped the way he approaches leadership, adversity, and personal growth. Along the way, we unpack why so many people settle for average — and what it actually takes to rais...

In this powerful episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with Troy Karnes, to unpack a story of success, collapse, and rebuilding from the inside out. From helping grow one of the most influential craft distilleries in the country to a $186M exit, Troy lived the high-performance, high-indulgence lifestyle to the fullest. But behind the accolades was a growing addiction that ultimately cost him...

On this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we’re joined by John Bates, an expert in leadership communication, presentation, and influence. John shares actionable strategies to help leaders speak with authenticity, connect with any audience, and elevate their impact—without changing who they are. From TED-style talks to everyday leadership moments, this conversation is packed with insights that will ma...

Crisis has a way of shaking more than our circumstances—it can shake our identity, confidence, and sense of direction. In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , I sit down with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, America’s Happiness Doctor, to talk about what it really takes to navigate crisis—especially the emotional toll that comes with job loss and career disruption. We explore how leaders and individuals can st...

Workplace stress is often treated like a badge of honor—but the cost shows up in burnout, poor decisions, and strained relationships. In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , we sit down with April Wyett, Holistic Wellness Coach and founder of Living With Intention, to explore a different approach to emotional intelligence—one that starts in the body, not just the mind. With over 15 years in holisti...

Life doesn’t ask for permission when it changes your plans. In this episode of Lead Empowered TV , I sit down with Russ Hedge—husband, father, Christ-follower, and inspiration specialist known as #RussSelfie—to talk about his new book, Life Happens… And Then You Choose…. We explore how intentional choices, faith, and resilience shape the way we respond when life feels overwhelming or out of our co...