Embracing Resilience: How to Defy Expectations and Succeed on Your Terms
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with Fairley McCaskill, Media Strategist & Founder | SJ&Y PR. She shares how resilience, self-awareness, and intentionality shaped her journey from single motherhood to becoming a successful leader in the music industry. In today’s episode, we discuss: Reflect on your roots for career inspiration. Look at your childhood passions and the environments you grew up in to uncover talents and interests that could shape your future. Unlock personal clarity and direction by revisiting what has always inspired you. Make...
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Celebrating 100 Episodes of Honest Journeys. Hard-won Lessons. The kind of Leadership that matters.
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Welcome to Notable Leaders Radio! I’m Belinda Pruyne, in this milestone 100th episode, I’m celebrating the incredible guests who’ve shared their wisdom, courage, and vulnerable stories over the years. In today’s episode, we discuss: Discover the real journeys behind "overnight success" stories—Because you'll see that even the most accomplished leaders face setbacks and internal challenges, giving you permission to honor your own slow burn to success rather than compare yourself to unrealistic narratives. Those “overnight successes” actually take 15 years of hard work and...
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The Recipe for Sustainable Happiness and Business Success
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with David Steele, Founder + CEO of One Wealth Advisors and co-founder and Executive Chairman of Flour + Water Hospitality Group He highlights how applying the principles of service, goal-setting, and valuing people has shaped his journey from financial planning to building successful restaurant groups and supporting arts organizations. In today’s episode, we discuss: True business success is rooted in serving others, not just making profits, because when work benefits others, it leads to deeper happiness and long-lasting impact, meaning you can...
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Embrace your inner weirdo!
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with Judy ‘J.’ Winslow, founder of UnforgettableBrands. She highlights the importance of embracing uniqueness and standing out in personal and professional spheres. In today’s episode, we discuss: Judy Winslow's Transformational Journey: Discover how Judy's relationship with her mom, dubbed the "School of Don'ts," taught her resilience and personal growth. Learn from her story about the potential for growth from challenging relationships. Leadership and Conscious Choices: The importance of owning your journey and making deliberate...
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From the Farm to a National Company Founder
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with Kevin Eikenberry, Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group and author. Kevin shares his journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a successful leader and business owner. In today’s episode, we discuss: Embrace the journey! Kevin Eikenberry shares how flexibility in leadership involves embracing the 'both/and' approach, allowing for flexible leadership. Let's navigate life's complexities with an open mind and a flexible heart. Context is everything! Consider the backstory; it could change your entire...
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Commit to the Action, Release the Outcome with Belinda Pruyne
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In today's episode of Notable Leaders’ Radio, I explore strategies for designing the next chapter of your career and life in a constantly evolving marketplace. We dive into building powerful networks and uncovering the areas of learning that will enhance your relevance and impact. In this episode, we discuss: The Power of Releasing the Outcome: Shifting your focus from specific outcomes to purposeful actions can free you from the stress of rigid expectations. This mindset not only reduces pressure but also creates space for unexpected and rewarding opportunities, transforming how you...
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Words Matter: How Gui Costin Built a Culture of Kindness and Excellence
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with GUi Costin, Founder and CEO, of Dakota. He shares his incredible journey from a young entrepreneur influenced by his mother’s insightful advice to becoming a successful business owner and author. In today’s episode, we discuss: Leadership & Culture: Gui delves into the essence of effective leadership, highlighting the importance of being kind versus being nice, the significance of clear communication, and creating a positive work environment. Learn what it means to remove obstacles for your team and aspire to excellence continually. ...
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Overcoming People Pleasing with Radical Truth Telling with Amy Armstrong
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with Amy Armstrong. Amy, a conflict resolution specialist, shares her incredible journey of overcoming fear, people-pleasing, and codependency. In today’s episode, we discuss: Setting boundaries can be gentle yet firm. Knowing this encourages you to establish clear limits without feeling you must be harsh or confrontational, which can improve your relationships and overall well-being. Amy learned the importance of telling the truth and developing a personal identity at 45. This revelation reassures you that it’s never too late to discover and...
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Grace and Growth: Embracing Your Story and Finding Self-Compassion
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with Andrea Sampson, Founder, Talk Boutique & The Thought Leader Academy. She highlights our neurodiversity and uniqueness as strengths, and implores us to walk into our brilliance with confidence. In today’s episode, we discuss: Identify patterns in your early interests. Reflect on your childhood experiences and passions. Use this self-awareness to understand the roles you naturally gravitate toward and how you can challenge or embrace them. Leverage neurodiversity as a strength. If you identify with neurodiverse traits, see them as a...
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Today, on Notable Leaders’ Radio, I speak with Kevin Eikenberry, Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group and author. Kevin shares his journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a successful leader and business owner.
In today’s episode, we discuss:
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Embrace the journey! Kevin Eikenberry shares how flexibility in leadership involves embracing the 'both/and' approach, allowing for flexible leadership. Let's navigate life's complexities with an open mind and a flexible heart.
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Context is everything! Consider the backstory; it could change your entire perspective. Kevin Eikenberry reminds us that understanding context makes us smarter and more effective leaders. Pause and reflect; you might discover a different truth.
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Life and leadership exist in the "gray area," not just in black and white. Kevin talks about the importance of embracing “both” rather than either/or, highlighting the complexity of life and leadership. This concept encourages flexibility and adaptability, which is crucial for effective decision-making and problem-solving.
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Focus on others can lead to greater success.. Kevin emphasizes the importance of shifting focus from oneself to others for personal and professional growth. This reinforces the value of empathy and collaboration in achieving success.
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Influences of the Past: Kevin shares a heartfelt reflection on how his father influenced his views on leadership and business. Growing up on a family farm, he gained firsthand experience in diverse leadership roles and decision-making from a young age.
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Pre-order your copy of his newest book: Flexible Leadership: Navigating Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence by Kevin Eikenberry.
Guest Bio
Kevin is the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group – a leadership and learning company based in Indianapolis, IN with a team across the United States.
He has spent over 30 years helping organizations and leaders from over 50 countries become more effective. Global Gurus has listed him on the list of most influential thinkers on leadership for the last four years.
His blog https://kevineikenberry.com/blog/ and podcast https://RemarkablePodcast.com are among the most popular on leadership.
Remarkable Leadership, From Bud to Boss, and The Long-Distance Leader, The Long-Distance Teammate, The Long-Distance Team, are among the books he has authored or co-authored.
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Belinda’s Bio:
Belinda Pruyne is a renowned Leadership Advisor, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Keynote Speaker recognized for her ability to transform executives, professionals, and small business owners into highly respected, influential leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, she partners with top-tier organizations, including IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, Discovery Channel, and the Portland Trail Blazers. Recently, she led the redesign of two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is also a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women’s network.
A thought leader in leadership development, Belinda is the creator and host of the Notable Leaders Radio podcast, where she has conducted 95+ interviews with top executives and business leaders, revealing the untold stories behind their success.
Previously, as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, she oversaw a global team of 500 professionals, gaining deep expertise in client services and executive leadership. With 25+ years of experience, Belinda is a trusted advisor to startups, turnarounds, acquisitions, and Fortune 500 companies, delivering strategic, high-impact solutions in today’s fast-evolving business landscape.
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