Leaders Lead Even When It Hurts

Back in September, I spoke with veteran and entrepreneur Charlynda Scales. Charlynda is CEO of Mutt’s Sauce. I am so inspired by her resiliency. During this episode, we talk about her struggles after a divorce and while embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship. She has such a never-give-up attitude that is infectious. When I finished our conversation, I immediately went to work trying to find...

He was in the presence of God!  Join me as I talk to Emmy Nominated TV Director Bill Dolan. He talks about how his life changed the day he passed away and came back to life. Bill is one of the few people that I have met that has been in the presence of God!  He says that there is no greater love, period! Bill developed a marketing strategy based on Jesus Christ. Bill says that Jesus is the greates...

It Is Waiting For You | with Actress Molly Berg and Tony Taylor This live episode was really fun. Molly is a very talented Actress. I am truly inspired by her! I actually met her at the gym 10 years ago. She was telling fart jokes. Molly does not take herself too seriously but she is seriously killing it! She has appeared on Queen Sugar, The Walker, Texas Ranger, The Domestic Adventures of Molly a...

Stephynie Malik has established a 25-year world-class career in which she was an award-winning CEO of a global consulting firm, spearheaded multi-million dollar acquisitions and mergers, and worked with over 11 start-ups globally. Stephynie formed SMALIK Enterprises with one single goal in mind — to help others and promote change through her proven strategies, methodologies, and undeniable experie...

You're going to love this! Scott quit his amazing job as a Lawyer to walk in his purpose! Scott Mason is an inspirational and keynote speaker, focusing on finding connection through meaning. He's additionally the host of "Scott Mason's Purpose Highway Podcast" as well as the official podcast for Toastmasters of Greater NY's "Transformational Highways" podcast and co-host of the "Just a Squirrel Lo...

From Growth To Grace with CEO Tomina Ward. Tomina Ward is a Certified Life Coach, specializing in Communications and Leadership. Keynote Speaker. Highly decorated combat veteran retired as a Master Sergeant after serving in the United States Marines Corps for over 20 years. A master in empowering others to be resilient, as a wife to a fellow Marine veteran, and mother of 2, she has overcome much i...

I spoke with the Director of the AWSL  James Layman ! James has a critical mission. His mission is to aid the future leaders of this country. James Layman (He/Him) joined the AWSL staff in the summer of 2017 and currently serves as the Director of the Association of Washington Student Leaders (AWSL). James has been involved in student leadership with AWSL since 2001, having attended Mt. Baker Lead...

Emmy Nominated TV Director Bill Dolan Talks About how His Life Changed When He Died And Came Back To Life!  We will be speaking with Bill Dolan who is an Emmy-nominated TV Director, Author, and Speaker Bill Dolan is President and Creative Director of Spirit Media, a creative marketing agency specializing in video production, live, virtual and hybrid event production and marketing strategy. Bill ha...

Michael is the Founder and Development Director of Smile Project Louisville, he wanted to be the reason someone smiled today. He has been spreading love and influencing attitudes and behaviors thru random acts of kindness and smiles. It’s thru these acts of kindness and pictures that have made an impact and inspired others one smile at a time. He is showing you that you can be so happy that when o...

How do you find your purpose when you're lost. I've been there. Pull up a seat. Let's talk about it!

Sam Richter, CSP, CPAE is an internationally recognized expert on digital information and is considered the father of modern-day Sales Intelligence. His award-winning experience includes building innovative programs for start-up companies and some of the world's most famous brands. National Speaker Hall of Fame Top 15 Highest Rated Speakers for Virtual Events Top 50 Sales Keynote Speakers Top 25 M...

From Pizza Boy To International Man Of Empowerment 2021  I'm so happy to share space with Ahmad Imam His story is incredible! Can you believe that before his rise to fame he was delivering pizza! We're going to get the secrets. He is was voted one of the Top 10 Influencers Follow In 2021 and also the International Man Of Empowerment 2021. Ahmad Imam is an edutainer, sales extraordinaire, LinkedIn...

Leaders Lead With Author and Global Influencer Rachel Beck  During this episode, I speak with Rachel Beck about her special relationship with her connections.  She has over 250K followers but looks at them as family. Rachel is known throughout the world.  Her story is nothing short of amazing. She has overcome some insurmountable odds but continues to lives a life of service and makes a point to s...

Bonus episode with Tony Taylor

Your mindset can set you free or keep you captive. The choice is up to you. What are you going to choose?

Do you suffer from wanting to be liked by everyone? Being liked is good but it's not good if it's to your detriment.

Today we're speaking with Chris Rodriguez ! Chris Rodriguez is an 18-year marketing veteran with a passion for driving growth and tangible results for brands and entrepreneurs. He has worked with over 30 startups across all tiers of funding (Seed Round to Series E) and sizes (<10 to 100+), generating brand awareness, web traffic, signups, downloads, and most importantly customers & revenue....

This Friday, July 30, 2021, @1700 PST Hiram Figueroa Jr and I will be chatting with Rafa Conde from Man of War ! Rafa Conde is an Internationally recognized Close Quarter Combatives Instructor and decorated Law Enforcement Officer / Police Trainer. Mr. Conde has been featured on CBS, Univision, and over 100 podcasts and interviews. He has published numerous articles regarding CQC, Combat Handgun t...

Join TONY TAYLOR for Episode Four of Leaders Lead The Podcast with Jennifer Tracy ! Jennifer Tracy is on a mission to save lives. With courage and grit, she continues to inspire high functioning leaders to stop struggling silently and teaches the necessary steps it takes to find life on the other side of depression, anxiety, PTSD, perfectionism, and possibly even thoughts of suicide. Jennifer know...

LEADERS LEAD SEASON ONE EPISODE 3: With TONY TAYLOR , Hiram Figueroa Jr , and Special guest MICHAEL SUGRUE We're looking forward to sharing space and learning from the wisdom of Michael! Michael began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. As a Security Forces Officer, Michael specialized in Law Enforcement, Global Force Protection, Anti-Ter...

Season One Episode Two of Leaders Lead The Podcast is upon us! In this episode,  Hiram Figueroa Jr and  TONY TAYLOR  will be discussing leadership and inspiration with Navy Command Master Chief  Patrick 'Pat' McCormick  ! Pat is a leader worth following! He was born in Cottage Grove, Oregon. The day he graduated high school he was told to pack his stuff. Pat went to live with his uncle in Michigan...

Lead or Get Out of The Way with Tony Taylor and Erika Warfield Erika is the CEO and VP of Sales at Erika Warfield LLC. She has worked for some of the biggest companies in the world! Erika has broken numerous sales records. She attributes her success to her being a servant leader. During our conversation, I said this statement numerous times “we should be recording right now”. Erika is the epitome...

Welcome to Leaders Lead, a podcast for leaders who are looking to improve their mindset and find joy in their journey to success. My name is Tony Taylor and I'll be your host for this show. I'm a former US Marine and DOD firefighter, and now I'm a coach helping people master their fear of public speaking. If you're interested in finding out more about my coaching services, please visit my website...