Everyday Influence

On this episode of Everyday Influence, Carmen and I sit down with Elena Beckius — leadership coach, keynote speaker, writer, founder of the LeadHERship Development Program, and currently serving as Senior Vice President with Think2Perform. Elena helps leaders, especially women in male-dominated industries, embrace their gifts, clarify their values, and step fully into their purpose.

We dive deep into the leadership ...

This is not another leadership conversation filled with trends or recycled advice. This is about the shift that happens when leaders stop performing and start leading with purpose.

Dr. Aaron Marshall leads from the front. As a COO managing hundreds and a coach to founders and executive teams, he is trusted to guide the work that actually matters. He’s not here to hand you a playbook. He’s here to challenge the one t...

Every time you make a giant leap forward, resistance shows up. Doubt creeps in. Disruption tries to shake your confidence. But here’s the truth - hard isn’t the sign to stop, it’s the evidence you’re stepping into your next level. In this episode, we’re unpacking why the hard sneaks in when you’re growing, how to recognize it for what it is, and how to push through without losing momentum. This isn’t about surviving the to...

Welcome to the very first episode of Everyday Influence! Carmen and I dive into the heart of why we started this business and why leadership isn’t just for the corner office. It's for every interaction, every decision, every day. We share a behind-the-scenes look at the courses we’re developing, our vision for empowering leaders, and the mindset shifts that turn influence into impact. Whether you’re leading a team, your bu...

Feeling stuck is more than just a bad day at work, it is a silent drain on your motivation, confidence, and creativity. In this episode, we unpack three powerful signs that you may be in a rut whether in your current workplace or running your own business. You will hear why these warning signals matter, what they reveal about your professional growth, and how to shift from stagnation to momentum. If you have been wondering...

Welcome to the first official episode of Impact Without Limits - a show born from storms, strategy, and the fire that only comes from leading in the real world. Formerly Live to Lead, this rebrand isn’t just a new name-it’s a mission shift. Today, we’re calling out the tired leadership frameworks that reward performative politics over real influence and replacing them with unapologetic, purpose-driven leadership.

The best leaders don’t chase titles, they chase impact. In this episode, we’re calling in the ones who wake up ready—ready to do what’s right, to receive feedback with humility, and to lead like people actually matter. Because they do. This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence. It's for the leader who knows progress doesn’t happen without people, and that the real flex is showing up consistently with integrity, care...

In this episode of Live to Lead, Dr. Mike Durnin—keynote speaker, mentor, and president of Via Crucis Leadership—joins us to talk about what it truly means to be a servant leader, especially in the face of chaos, challenge, and toxic environments.

With over 40 years of leadership experience, Dr. Durnin shares practical insights and lived wisdom for leaders who want to make a lasting impact while staying grounded in ...

What happens when a high-performing leader decides the traditional 9-to-5 isn’t enough? Kristyn Drennen, co-founder and CEO of TransformCXO, joins us to talk about building a company that empowers leadership teams across the country to scale faster and exit stronger. As a Fractional Integrator, Chief Transformation Officer, and strategic growth advisor, Kristyn is redefining what it means to lead with both heart and ri...

In this special episode of Live to Lead, I sit down with the man who shaped my leadership journey—my father. A seasoned leader who rose through the ranks with grit, vision, and an unwavering commitment to doing what’s right, he shares wisdom earned through decades of experience. Together, we dive into today’s toughest workplace challenges: cultures that reward mediocrity, ignore toxicity, and neglect the human side of lead...

Ever find yourself in meetings where you're more of a spectator than a contributor? This episode dives deep into those moments when your presence feels undervalued and your voice goes unheard. We’ll explore the signs that you may be in the wrong room, why retreating might actually be your soul’s SOS, and how to assess if the problem lies within you—or the team around you. From underprepared colleagues to stagnant conversat...

In this episode, we sit down with Carmen Orr, a seasoned operations leader and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience, to explore the evolution of leadership, the power of values-driven leadership, and the impact of emotional intelligence on team dynamics. As Senior Vice President at Think2Perform, Carmen specializes in Fractional COO services and leadership development, helping organizations align with their co...

Let’s get real—are you thriving in your career, or just tolerating it? Are you stuck in a role that keeps you boxed in, stagnant, or painfully comfortable? If you wake up dreading the workday, feeling unseen, undervalued, and unchallenged, it’s time for a serious gut check.

In this episode, we’re cutting through the excuses and calling out the silent compromises you’ve been making. You’re not getting any younger, an...

Are You Choosing Not to See? – A Power-Packed 5-Minute Leadership Wake-Up Call

In this episode of the Under 5 Series, we tackle a leadership blind spot that can cost you everything—your credibility, your influence, and your top talent. Are you truly seeing the common denominators in your team's feedback, or are you dismissing critical signals for change?

Whether you're a C-suite leader or a business owner, yo...

As leaders, we’re wired to deliver excellence-driving results, meeting deadlines, and juggling responsibilities that leave little room for much else. But what happens when the vision you’re working so hard for isn’t your own? When the relentless pull of your true passion refuses to be ignored?

In this episode of Live to Lead, it’s raw, real, and a wake-up call: time and opportunity won’t align on their own-you have ...