The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith

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

2026-09-0858:29

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 entrepreneur and business leader Brian Hess, founder of The Pavement Group, Top Contractor School, and 1 Team Media. Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, raising a family, or simply trying to become a better leader, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for the journey. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown 00:00 – L3 Lead...

How Great Leaders Accelerate the Next Generation with Pastor John Nuzzo

2026-05-1901:10:29

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 Acceleration Mandate. Pastor John is also one of the most influential voices in my life — my pastor, mentor, and spiritual father. And honestly… this may be one of the most important conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. We talked about: • Why most leaders accidentally limit the next generation • The difference between mentoring ...

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

2026-05-1238:03

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 the biggest reasons why. In this powerful talk, Doug shares his personal journey from "Fat Dougie" to fit at 40, the wake-up call he got from his dad's triple bypass surgery, and the practical steps every leader can take to extend their life, energy, and impact. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why only 2% of Christian...

Advice for the 60+ Crowd

2026-04-2127:09

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 Season of Your Life. After speaking to a group of seniors at a local church in Pittsburgh, Doug realized this message applies to every leader—no matter their age. This episode is a call to live with intention, finish well, and invest your life into what matters most. Doug challenges listeners to think deeply about legacy, transi...

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

2026-03-3149:50

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 walks through the principles that have shaped his own journey—from a difficult upbringing to leading a nonprofit, raising a family, and developing leaders—and challenges listeners to stop simply “accepting” life and start intentionally building one that truly matters. This episode goes beyond career success and focuses on what it r...

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The L3 Leadership Podcast with Doug Smith