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The Visionary Chronicles Podcast BOOK RELEASE! The Visionary Leader, The Success Principles of The World’s Greatest VisionariesCHRONICLE: June 30th, 2025
CHRONICLE INTRO |
Welcome to The Visionary Chronicles, a podcast exploring the principles behind the world’s most disruptive innovators, legendary entrepreneurs, and generational brands.
I’m your host, Bryan Smeltzer — bestselling author of The Visionary Brand, founder of LiquidMind, and today, I’m excited to introduce my latest book, The Visionary Leader: The Success Principles of the World’s Greatest Visionaries.
This episode is a special one — we will dive into the insights, stories, and timeless strategies that make up the DNA of generational Visionary leaders. Whether you're a business leader, creative thinker, or someone chasing a purpose-driven path, this book was written with you in mind.
Praise for The Visionary Leader
“The Visionary Leader: The Success Principles of The World’s Greatest Visionaries goes beyond most discussions of leadership to inject the concept of vision into the process. While this addition may initially seem like a small adjustment, in fact, it represents a big divergence from many books about leadership, in that it promotes visionary thinking as a major part of the leadership process.” - D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“Readers will leave Smeltzer’s work with increased awareness of how to recognize—and transform into—a visionary leader, as he maintains a strong focus throughout and offers a wealth of real-life examples to enhance understanding.” - Sr. Critic Review, BookLife /Publishers Weekly
BOOK INFORMATION |
Title | The Visionary Leader Subtitle | The Success Principles of the World’s Greatest Visionaries
Author | Bryan Smeltzer
Purchase | The Visionary Leader
OVERVIEW | THE VISIONARY LEADER The Visionary Leader explores the principles, qualities, and strategies that define the world’s most impactful Visionary leaders. Through historical examples and actionable insights, readers will be empowered to embrace their potential, overcome adversity, and lead with purpose. The book serves as both a guide and an inspiration for aspiring leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers, demonstrating how Visionary leadership drives innovation, builds lasting cultures, and transforms industries and societies.
From Steve Jobs to Mahatma Gandhi, from Henry Ford to Jesus, the book highlights the transformative impact of these Visionaries, offering a roadmap for cultivating their extraordinary traits. The Visionary Leader encourages readers to take bold action and become catalysts for positive change, armed with resilience, creativity, and faith.
Key Takeaways |
- Explore the core principles behind Visionary leaders and iconic brands.
- Learn how to empower your team and build a thriving brand culture.
- Discover actionable strategies to overcome challenges and lead with impact.
CHRONICLES:
00:00 - Intro
03:20 - Visionary Leadership
11:48 - Characteristics of Visionary Leaders
18:15 - Defining the Vision
22:18 - Importance of the Book
24:56 - Gratitude and Acknowledgments
25:41 - Future Episodes Preview
27:01 - Special Surprise Announcement
Final Thoughts | If this episode resonated with you, I encourage you to grab a copy of The Visionary Leader
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