The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

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The 5-Generation Vision That Changed How I Lead My Family

Send us Fan Mail “So much momentum is wasted through a short-sighted, single-generation vision.” In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares a power

Nov 10
20 min

Stay the Course | How to Stay When You'd Rather Go

Send us Fan Mail “Until you know, stay. And when you know, go.” – Keith Moore In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares a personal leadership less

Oct 27
21 min

Peace Ike: Why "Soft Skills" Are Actually Your Hardest Business Problem

Send us Fan Mail "Corporate problems need human solutions." - Peace Ike In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with Peace Ike, a culture str

Oct 20
45 min

The Hardest Conversation I've Ever Had with Jessi Marsh

Send us Fan Mail “You fight fear with gratitude." In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with his longtime friend and former leader, Jessi M

Sep 22
1 h 10 min

The Price of Success: What It Really Takes to Build Something Great | Brian Hess

Send us Fan Mail "Success to me is happiness." –Brian Hess The L3 Podcast is BACK! In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with entrepreneu

Sep 8
58 min

How Great Leaders Accelerate the Next Generation with Pastor John Nuzzo

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with Pastor John Nuzzo, founder of Victory Family Church and author of The Accelerati

May 19
1 h 10 min

Take Control of Your Health: A Leader's Guide to Finishing Strong

Send us Fan Mail Only 2% of Christian leaders make it to their finish line with their families, faith, and calling intact — and Doug Smith believes your health is one of

May 12
38 min

Advice for the 60+ Crowd

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares a powerful message titled Advice for the 60+ Crowd: How to Make the Most of the Final Se

Apr 21
27 min

Most People Don’t Build a Great Life—They Accept One (Here’s How to Change That)

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares a powerful talk he gave for Keller Williams titled How to Build a Great Life. Doug walk

Mar 31
49 min

Why 90% of Leaders Plateau (And How to Break Out of It) | Chris Robinson

Send us Fan Mail Most leaders think they’re growing—but in reality, they’re just repeating the same year over and over again. In this powerful conversation, Doug sits d

Mar 17
48 min

7 Leadership Lessons I Learned at the Most Powerful Memorial Service I’ve Ever Attended

Send us Fan Mail What would people say about your life at your memorial service? In this deeply personal episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares the pow

Mar 3
26 min

How to Lead Generation Z: 9 Strategies Every Leader Needs to Know | Dr. Tim Elmore

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith sits down with Dr. Tim Elmore, founder of Growing Leaders and bestselling author of The Future

Feb 18
55 min

5 Hard Leadership Lessons 2025 Taught Me

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares Part 2 of his annual reflection series, unpacking the final ten lessons he learned in 20

Feb 3
20 min

15 Leadership Lessons I Learned in 2025 (That Will Change How I Lead in 2026) Part I

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith kicks off part one of his annual reflection series, sharing the most significant lessons he lea

Jan 27
26 min

How to Build a Family That Rules for Generations | Jeremy Pryor

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith sits down with returning guest Jeremy Pryor, founder of Family Teams, for a wide-ranging c

Jan 13
1 h 05 min

How to Conduct a Year-End Review

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith shares his year-end review process, which has been a cornerstone of his personal growth si

Dec 16 2025
15 min

🎁 Holiday Gift Guide 2025: What Every leader Should Give (and Get!)

Send us Fan Mail Holiday Gift Guide Link In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith delivers a reflective, practical lesson on leadership gifts worth shar

Dec 2 2025
30 min

Creating Spaces for Men to Thrive with Peter Ostapko

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith talks with Peter Ostapko, co-founder of Kinsman Journal and leader of the growing Kinsman commu

Sep 23 2025
51 min

Offering No-Cost Adoptions with Matt Higgins, CEO of Hope Children's Home

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug sits down with Matt Higgins, Executive Director of Hope Children’s Home in Tampa, Florida. Matt share

Sep 9 2025
54 min

9 Ways to Develop Your Character

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith shares a personal lesson on 9 Ways to Develop Your Character. As Doug explains, character devel

Aug 26 2025
21 min

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#185 ▼ 22 Management US

What listeners say

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I just finished listening to an incredible leadership podcast, and I can’t recommend it enough! I took so many notes throughout the episode—it’s packed with valuable insights that are perfect for enhancing your leadership skills. Whether you’re looking to pull nuggets for your own teaching or gain practical tools for everyday learning, this podcast delivers. It’s inspiring, thought-provoking, and full of wisdom that can help you grow both personally and professionally. Don’t miss out on this one!

Michael La Pietra · Jan 2025

An excellent podcast for anyone striving to enhance their leadership skills. It reminds us that leadership is a continuous journey, offering valuable insights you can easily integrate into a busy day. The standout feature is the lineup of guests who are down to earth, sharing their unique perspectives and experiences. A must-listen for lifelong learners!

WomanInTheArena · Dec 2024

If you're seeking a podcast that intertwines faith, insight, and inspiration - this is it! Doug shares insightful discussions with an emphasis on a growth mindset, each episode serves as a beacon of guidance, inspiring personal and spiritual growth. Grounded in leadership principles, this podcast offers invaluable lessons for those on a journey of self-improvement and leadership development.

cara.jean · Feb 2024

Always a great lesson found in these podcasts. Doug is a great interviewer and brings on a wide range of guests.

Drewbieeeeeee16 · Jan 2024

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