Life & Leadership Connected Podcast

<p>This is a podcast about Life, Leadership and finding the Balance between these two, and finding and staying with your Purpose in your life. Each time, a leader - new or more experienced - is interviewed, for us listeners to learn from and grow from. The host of this podcast is life coach David Dahlén D’Cruz. For more information go to https://lifeleadershipconnected.com/</p><p>Do you want to be a guest on the podcast? Visit <a href="https://podmatch.com/">https://podmatch.com/</a></p>

Why Most Leadership Training Fails (And What Actually Works)

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if your biggest leadership block isn’t your skills - but your mindset? In this short teaser, Ryan Gottfredson explains the #1 reason most leadership programs fall short - and what you can do instead to grow vertically, not just horizontally. Catch the full episode of Life & Leadership Connected in 3 days Set a reminder & subscribe so you don’t miss it! Here are some links ...

10-10
03:03

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Ray Martin on True Success, Self-Leadership & Finding Your Path

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if the life you’ve worked so hard to build... isn’t really the life you’re meant to live? In this deeply personal and transformative episode of Life & Leadership Connected, I sit down with Ray Martin, award-winning former CEO, mindfulness teacher, and author of "Life Without a Tie", to explore what happens when a high-performing leader walks away from the world’s definition of ...

09-15
01:03:48

What if the life you worked so hard to build… wasn’t really yours?

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! In this preview from the upcoming episode of the Life & Leadership Connected Podcast, I sit down with Ray Martin— award-winning former CEO, leadership coach, mindfulness teacher, and author of Life Without a Tie. Ray shares how his life fell apart — losing his marriage, company, and father in the same season — and how that crisis opened the door to a 14-year journey across Asia in s...

09-12
05:23

Burnout to Balance: Michael Levitt on Boundaries, Resilience, and Redesigning Your Life

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! When burnout nearly cost Michael Levitt everything, it became the turning point for a new kind of leadership, one built on clarity, boundaries, and a redefined version of success. In this powerful episode of Life & Leadership Connected, I’m joined by Michael Levitt, founder of the Breakfast Leadership Network and a global authority on burnout prevention. Michael opens up about the s...

09-04
01:18:56

Burnout Isn’t a Badge of Honor — It’s a Warning Sign

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if burnout wasn’t a failure… but a divine invitation to realign? In this short preview, Michael Levitt, founder of the Breakfast Leadership Network, shares how his own collapse became a wake-up call that reshaped everything. From chasing success at all costs to building a life grounded in purpose, boundaries, and clarity… Michael’s voice speaks straight to the high-achiever who’s e...

09-01
04:37

Breakdown to Breakthrough: Emer O’Donnell on Resilience, Identity, and the Next Generation

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if the missing piece in education wasn't more facts, but emotional tools for resilience, clarity, and self-leadership? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Emer O’Donnell, a behavioral change coach, author, and founder of TeenReconnect, whose passion is to equip the next generation with the tools most of us wish we had growing up. After two decades of success in international ...

08-15
59:36

You’re Not Broken — You Were Just Never Taught This. A Preview from the upcoming podcast.

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if the anxiety, confusion, or self-doubt you’re feeling isn’t a flaw — but a gap in what you were never taught to handle? In this short but powerful preview, Emer O’Donnell, founder of TeenReconnect, shares a moment of clarity that changed her life — and how it sparked her mission to equip the next generation with tools she wishes she had as a teen. If you’ve ever wondered why so ...

08-12
04:16

You Are Enough – Part 3: Healing, Identity & Purpose in Action

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! The final part of the 3-part podcast series with Lawrence Harris — all episodes are now live. In this powerful conclusion, we explore what happens after the healing begins, how to live with purpose, lead from a whole heart, and help others rise as we grow. Lawrence Harris speaks with clarity and compassion about what it really takes to live from your healed identity. He shares dai...

07-30
26:05

You Are Enough – Part 2: From Shame to Self-Worth

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! Part 2 of the 3-part podcast series with Lawrence Harris – all episodes are now live. In this deeply moving episode, Lawrence Harris opens up about the hidden impact of shame — and how it distorts the way we see ourselves. Through stories, insights, and hard-earned wisdom, he brings hope to anyone who’s ever felt like they weren’t enough. This episode will help you: Recognize the roots ...

07-30
26:28

You Are Enough – Part 1: Becoming the Author of Your Own Story

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! 🎙️ A 3-part podcast series with Lawrence Harris – all parts available now. In this powerful first conversation, Lawrence Harris shares about growing up in silence, carrying shame, and the pivotal moment he chose to become the author of his own story, and how you can too. You’ll hear about: The roots of self-worth and identityHow childhood wounds show up in adulthoodReframing shame and b...

07-30
29:14

You Are Enough – A 4-Minute Preview with Lawrence Harris (Teaser for the Upcoming 3-Part Series)

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if the thing holding you back… isn’t a lack of potential — but a belief that you’re not enough? In this short preview, you’ll meet Lawrence Harris — a powerful voice for healing, identity, and the courage to live from your true self. We’re releasing a full 3-part series with Lawrence in just a few days — and trust me, it’s one of the most honest and empowering conversations I’ve ha...

07-28
04:13

Bridging the Generational Gap: Nikhil Raval on Leading with Emotional Intelligence & Purpose

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! Welcome to Life & Leadership Connected – where purpose meets growth. In this episode, I sit down with transformation expert and author Nikhil Raval to explore one of the most important leadership challenges of our time: bridging the generational gap in the workplace. From Gen Z’s desire for feedback and purpose, to senior leaders adjusting post-COVID mindsets, Nikhil brings clarity...

07-16
01:01:17

Bridging the Generational Gap: Nikhil Raval on Leading with Emotional Intelligence & Purpose

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What happens when five generations share one workplace — but don’t speak the same language? In this sneak peek from my full interview with Nikhil Raval, we explore how emotional intelligence, empathy, and curiosity can bridge the gap between Gen Z and seasoned leaders. Whether you're just entering the workforce or leading a multi-generational team, this is a must-listen. In this upcom...

07-14
03:43

From Burnout to Clarity: Donna Tashjian on Identity, Peace & Purpose-Driven Leadership

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if the success you’re chasing is actually draining you? In this powerful conversation, Destiny Activator and Life Mastery Coach Donna Tashjian joins David Dahlén D'Cruz to explore how leaders can stop performing, start aligning, and finally experience clarity, peace, and purpose from within. This episode is for aspiring leaders and young professionals ready to break free from fals...

06-30
36:26

From Burnout to Clarity: Donna Tashjian on Leading with Purpose and Peace

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! In this powerful sneak peek from the upcoming episode of Life and Leadership Connected, Destiny Activator and Spiritual Intelligence Coach Donna Tashjian shares how leaders can shed false identities, avoid burnout, and step into the purpose they were uniquely created for. Drawing from her personal story of pain and transformation, Donna speaks directly to young professionals and aspiri...

06-29
03:20

Redefining Success: Faris Aranki on Emotional Intelligence, Focus & Leading with Impact

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What does real success look like in a world full of noise, pressure, and performance-driven expectations? In this episode, I sit down with Faris Aranki, founder of Shiageto Consulting and creator of the success equation: Success = IQ × EQ × FQ. Drawing from his journey from classroom teacher to global strategy consultant, Faris shares how emotional intelligence, focus, and self-aw...

06-16
41:49

Unlocking the Hidden Keys to Success: A Preview with Faris Aranki

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if success wasn’t just about being smart — but about what you focus on and how well you connect with others? This short audiogram preview features highlights from my full conversation with Faris Aranki, founder of Shiageto Consulting and the mind behind the formula: Success = IQ × EQ × FQ. 🎧 In this teaser, you’ll hear: Why most people misunderstand successHow emotional intel...

06-12
02:52

From Comfort Zone to Calling: Faith, Mindset & Courageous Leadership – with John Knowlton

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! In this episode of Life & Leadership Connected, host David Dahlén D’Cruz sits down with John Knowlton—a bi-vocational entrepreneur, minister, and soon-to-be author of Thinking for Success. Together, they explore what it really takes to move from comfort zone to calling in both life and leadership. John shares his deeply personal journey across ministry, business, and family life—hig...

05-29
55:25

Success Is a Mindset Shift – A Glimpse into John Knowlton’s Journey

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What does it really take to step out of your comfort zone and step into your calling? In this short preview of my upcoming episode with John Knowlton, you’ll hear powerful insights on how thinking differently—and leading with faith—can transform your life, your leadership, and your purpose. This is just a glimpse of what’s coming, but it’s filled with the kind of wisdom that will help ...

05-26
03:54

🎧 The Confident Leader: A Two-Part Conversation with Ana Larrea-Albert - Part 2

I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! Part 2: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything – with Ana Larrea-Albert In this special two-part episode, I sit down with Ana Larrea-Albert—leadership expert, professor, and author of The Confident Leader—to explore what it truly means to lead with clarity, authenticity, and confidence. 👉 Part 1 takes us through Ana’s personal leadership journey, the roots of self-doubt, and how va...

05-15
46:49

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