Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast

American rockstar John Bon Jovi once said he never wanted to be the guy that said he wishes he would’ve, could’ve or should’ve. Most people won’t regret what they have done in life but rather what they did not do in life. What is still on your bucket list? Learn how you can live a life with few regrets on this edition of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast. Chapters 00:00 Living a Life with Few Reg...

How dangerous are you? Are you a force to be reckoned with?  You don’t have to be mean, belligerent or unkind in order to be dangerous. Fear is a choice. Where does your strength come from? Podcast host, Ray Sanders unpacks lessons learned as he discovered powerful strategies from a very dangerous cage fighter.  Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Leadership and Courage 02:51 Embracing Danger: A New Per...

Where are you heading? What direction are you heading down life’s highway? Are you where you thought you would be at this stage in your journey? What gives your life meaning and purpose? What can you learn about getting the most out of life from the award-winning movie, Chariots of Fire on this edition of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast? Chapters 00:00 Finding Purpose in Life 06:48 The Journey...

Who is lying to you? How would you know? How often do people lie and who lies the most? How many lies does the average person tell in a day? Who can you trust? How does lying affect our relationships? What are the benefits of telling the truth? Ray gets real and reveals insightful research that sheds light on the lies that are so common today. Believe it or not, people are lying to you and that’s...

What comes to mind when you hear the word empathy. Do you see empathy as a sign of weakness or strength? On this edition of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast Ray digs in and unpacks this common but often misunderstood word. Empathy. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Empathy: A Deep Dive 07:17 The Importance of Perspective in Leadership 12:35 Building Capacity for Empathy 14:04 Empathy in Action: Real-...

It’s an age old childhood favorite. Who hasn’t had fun playing, Would You Rather? What does it look like to play, Would You Rather, as an adult? Ray provides insightful  perspectives on, Would You Rather, on this edition of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast. Chapters: 00:00:00: Introduction to the topic "Would You Rather?" 00:00:40: Welcome by Ray Sanders 00:00:55: Exploring "Would You Rather" qu...

Are you ever frustrated trying to communicate? Do you ever feel misunderstood or misunderstand what someone is trying to communicate? Communicating can be hard, frustrating and difficult. On this edition of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast, Ray unpacks four common barriers to communication and 3 C’s for better communication.

Does God exist? Is it possible to know God? Is it even possible? If so, what does it mean to experience God? How would we know if we did? Did man create God or did God create man? In this special edition, of the Ray Sanders Leadership podcast, Ray shares his thoughts on knowing God from his sunny vacation spot in Florida. 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 00:32 Contemplating the Existence o...

On this special edition of the podcast, Ray takes listeners on a journey to what is was like growing up as a young man in a family where alcohol abuse and domestic violence nearly took his life. Despite the trauma and tragedies, Ray shares how he has come to discover the power of forgiveness and reconciliation.

Have you ever been burden by a friend or someone close to you? Have you ever been lied to? How did that make you feel? Who can you trust? Knowing who you can trust isn’t always easy. If you have trust issues, this episode of the Ray Sanders’s Leadership podcast will help you determine who you can trust. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Trust: Challenges and Insights 03:22 The Power of Trusting in the Lor...

Whatever happened to the good ole’ days? Where in the world is society heading? Did you ever think things would end up the way they are? Do you find yourself dreaming about the “good ole” days? You aren’t alone. The good ole’ days were real! On this edition of the Ray Sanders’ Leadership podcast, Ray unpacks ideas that are certain to challenge us and have us looking at ways to live life better tha...

How is it going? No really. How is it really going? When was the last time you slowed down and took a look at how things are going in your life? On this episode of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast, Ray takes listeners through a simple and practical exercise that is certain to help them gain greater satisfaction in life and work. Takeaways The Wheel of Life is a useful tool for assessing differen...

Are you busy? Is your plate full? Are you struggling to keep your head above water? Exhausted? Stressed and overwhelmed? You aren’t alone. There are thousands of people just like you who are doing all they can to make ends meet. Is the answer working harder and longer? Sacrificing more to gain a little? On this episode of the podcast Ray challenges our thinking and unpacks how if we aren’t careful...

In this episode of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast, Ray Sanders introduces the concept of the sweet spot in life, where everything aligns and brings fulfillment. He shares examples of individuals like Michael Jordan who found their sweet spot and excelled in their chosen fields. Ray also discusses the feeling of being out of sync and the importance of discovering one's sweet spot. He presents t...

In this episode, Ray Sanders explores the search for meaning and purpose in life. He highlights the common questions many people have about their purpose and the desire to make a difference. Sanders emphasizes that making a difference doesn't always require leading a massive organization but can start at home. He encourages listeners to find opportunities to make a difference everywhere they go, w...

Summary In this episode of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast, Ray Sanders discusses the importance of decision making and introduces the decision tree tool. He explains how leaders are faced with numerous decisions every day and how one bad decision can have a significant impact. The decision tree tool helps leaders make better decisions by considering four categories: God, Gut, Others, and Oppor...

Summary In this episode of the Ray Sanders Leadership Podcast, Ray Sanders discusses the topic of worry and how to live with less of it. He shares insights from the book of Psalms and the book of Philippians, highlighting the importance of finding refuge and strength in God, turning worries into prayers, being still and knowing God, and not relying on our own abilities. Sanders emphasizes the powe...

What are you trying to prove?  Who are you trying to impress? Learn how the greatest freedom in life comes from having nothing to prove as Ray shares stories from his childhood and his days in a bipartisan role in the United States Senate.  

Podcast Host, Ray Sanders interviews Ariel Delgado as he walks listeners through Delgado's new book, The Wounded Child, A Real Life Story of Healing and Hope.

On this episode co-host Stephanie Sanders joins Ray in studio as they hear from their daughter, Emily Rose Hill as she unpacks what its like to overcome the difficulties of type one diabetes. Listeners learn critical insights for overcoming the challenges of chronic disease as well as gain tips for navigating the highs and lows of diabetes.

Podcast host Ray Sanders, sat down with NFL Pro Bowler and OU football Lombardi Award winner, Tommie Harris at the annual F.U.E.L. Leadership Conference to hear how Tommie's life was forever changed following the sudden death of his wife Ashley. During the interview, Sanders highlights and discusses powerful and touching stories from Tommie's new book, Endure, Playing through life’s hardest hits.

Podcast Host Ray Sanders challenges listeners to live on purpose by finding someone to help, love and encourage each and everyday.

As a keynote speaker at the Blue Print for Business Conference, Ray challenges leaders to recognize how blindspots are hindering their ability to lead effectively.