Life & Leadership Connected Podcast

David Dahlén D’Cruz
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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/ Do you want to be a guest on the podcast? Visit https://podmatch.com/

  1. Busy But Unfulfilled? Break the Default Loop and Design Your Life With Clarity

    5D AGO

    Busy But Unfulfilled? Break the Default Loop and Design Your Life With Clarity

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! You can be successful on paper… and still feel empty inside. In this powerful conversation, David Prosper - known as The Clarity Guy - shares how he broke free from the “Default Loop” of achievement without fulfillment and began living a life by design instead of by default. If you’re driven but quietly questioning your direction, this episode will challenge and encourage you. What if the real problem isn’t your work ethic… but your direction? David Prosper grew up in the projects of Fort Lauderdale, surrounded by survival, chaos, and confusion. Through sports, discipline, and determination, he built success. He earned awards. Led teams. Climbed the ladder. Yet inside, something was missing. In this episode, we explore the concept of The Default Loop™ - the cycle of being busy, reactive, and productive… but not aligned. David shares: • How high achievers unknowingly fall into the Default Loop • Why clarity is the real gap between knowledge and transformation • The difference between reacting and responding • The powerful 5C Model (Capacity, Competency, Courage, Connection, Curiosity) • Why clarity is not having everything figured out - but knowing your next right      step • How to live by design instead of by default • What it means to pursue peace, purpose, and prosperity We also talk about identity, leadership, boundaries (not balance), faith, and the compound effect of small, consistent clarity decisions. If you are navigating transition… If you are successful but restless… If you are ambitious but seeking deeper alignment… This conversation is for you. Because clarity is not a personality trait. It’s a muscle. And it can be trained. /David Dahlén D’Cruz Life & Leadership Connected 🌐 Connect with David Prosper davidprosper7@gmail.com Website: https://theclaritybrand.ai/ A free Clarity Assessment + reflection guide to help viewer and listeners identify where they’re misaligned and what to focus on next: https://davidbprosper.com David Dahlén D'Cruz david.dahlendcruz@lifeleadershipconnected.com Life & Leadership Connected https://lifeleadershipconnected.com https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/32644969 We Empower Your Journey Support the show

    52 min
  2. Trapped in the “Default Loop”? How to Start Living by Design | David Prosper

    SEASON 3, EPISODE 34 TRAILER

    Trapped in the “Default Loop”? How to Start Living by Design | David Prosper

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! Are you busy… but not fulfilled? In this short preview from my conversation with David Prosper — known as The Clarity Guy — we explore what he calls the “Default Loop”: the cycle of achievement without alignment. David grew up in the projects of Fort Lauderdale, rose through college football and corporate success, collected awards and recognition… yet still felt empty inside. In this powerful clip, he explains: Why high achievers often feel directionlessThe difference between living by default and living by designHow reacting vs. responding reveals whether you’re alignedWhy clarity is the real key to peace, purpose, and momentumIf you’re navigating a transition, questioning your next move, or sensing there must be “more” than the treadmill you’re on — this conversation is for you. 🎙 The full episode drops in 3 days. Subscribe so you don’t miss it. — David Dahlén D’Cruz Life & Leadership Connected Support the show

    5 min
  3. Speak with Power: Mohamed Hijazi on Owning the Room, Leading with Presence, and Finding Your Voice

    JAN 9

    Speak with Power: Mohamed Hijazi on Owning the Room, Leading with Presence, and Finding Your Voice

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if your voice isn’t something to hide, but the very path to your purpose? In this soul-stirring conversation, Mohamed Hijazi shares how speaking up can change everything. You weren’t meant to stay silent. You were meant to speak with purpose. In this powerful episode of Life & Leadership Connected, I sit down with Mohamed Hijazi, founder of Speak With Power and public speaking coach to executives, leaders, and purpose-driven professionals. But Mohamed didn’t start on stages - he started in silence, struggling with anxiety and self-doubt. Today, he helps others step into the spotlight with presence, clarity, and calm - even under pressure. This episode is for anyone who: Feels called to something more but doesn’t know how to speak it out loudWants to lead with more authenticity, confidence, and soulIs tired of holding back their voice, their story, or their next stepInside, we explore: Mohamed’s journey from anxious teen to TEDx hostWhy most fears about public speaking are really about identityHow to lead and communicate with emotional powerWhy your voice matters more than you think - and how to start using itPractical strategies to build confidence, presence, and trustAnd how to turn speaking into a spiritual practiceThis conversation isn’t just about public speaking. It’s about showing up fully in the life you’re called to lead. Ready to own your voice - and your impact? — Learn more about Mohamed Hijazi: Website: ispeakwithpower.com Free Training: calendly.com/ispeakwithpower/train LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ispeakwithpower — David Dahlén D'Cruz Life & Leadership Connected https://lifeleadershipconnected.com https://lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/32644969 We Empower Your Journey Support the show

    59 min
  4. What If Fear Isn’t the Problem? Mohamed Hijazi on Confidence, Presence & Public Speaking

    JAN 6

    What If Fear Isn’t the Problem? Mohamed Hijazi on Confidence, Presence & Public Speaking

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if your fear of speaking isn’t the real problem - what if it’s the untapped confidence beneath it? In this 4-minute clip from my upcoming podcast, Mohamed Hijazi (founder of Speak With Power) shares his personal journey: from anxious teen to hip-hop performer to TEDx host. Today, he trains executives and young professionals to communicate with calm, clarity, and confidence—even under pressure. If you’ve ever hesitated to speak up, this clip will shift how you think about leadership and communication. Full episode drops in 3 days - subscribe so you don’t miss it. Learn more about Mohamed at: ▸ ispeakwithpower.com ▸ Book a session — David Dahlén D'Cruz Life & Leadership Connected lifeleadershipconnected.systeme.io/32644969 Support the show

    5 min
  5. Become the CEO of Your Life: Michael Dillard on Vision, Leadership & Lasting Impact

    12/15/2025

    Become the CEO of Your Life: Michael Dillard on Vision, Leadership & Lasting Impact

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! What if leadership wasn’t about striving but about aligning? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Michael Dillard - U.S. diplomat-turned-leadership coach - for a deep conversation on what it really means to lead with purpose, overcome setbacks, and take ownership of your life. Michael’s story takes us from growing up in poverty to coaching global teams and empowering thousands through his Lead With Impact framework. But the transformation wasn’t linear - it was marked by detours, reflections, and bold pivots. We talk about: How to become the CEO of your lifeThe myth of external success vs. inner fulfillmentTools for sustainable leadership and personal disciplineRewiring your mindset around growth, money, and meaningThis is more than just a leadership conversation -  it’s a call to action for anyone ready to stop drifting and start leading their life with vision, clarity, and courage. Support the show

    1h 1m
  6. "Vision + Action = Success" - Michael Dillard on Becoming the CEO of Your Life

    SEASON 3, EPISODE 32 TRAILER

    "Vision + Action = Success" - Michael Dillard on Becoming the CEO of Your Life

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! In this 5-minute clip, former U.S. diplomat and leadership coach Michael Dillard shares a simple but powerful mindset shift: Success isn’t just about the hustle - it’s about clarity, direction, and the courage to pivot. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your path or unsure how to move forward, this one's for you. How do you move from stuck… to strategic? Here Michael Dillard shares part of his personal story - from high school struggles to joining the military, to eventually leading multicultural teams around the world as a U.S. diplomat. You’ll hear: Why your journey may require a “temporary left turn”What it really means to be the CEO of your lifeHow to build discipline your way, even when it’s hardWhy success is about vision + action, not just gritThis is your invitation to reflect, realign, and take one step forward - today. Want more? The full episode drops in three days on Life & Leadership Connected with David Dahlén D’Cruz. P.S. P.S. Here is a special gift to all viewers and listeners of this episode: Grab it!  https://www.skool.com/lead-with-impact-institute-8271/about Support the show

    5 min
  7. How Leah Coss Rebuilt Her Identity After Teenage Self-Destruction

    11/03/2025 · BONUS

    How Leah Coss Rebuilt Her Identity After Teenage Self-Destruction

    I would love to hear what you think of this episode. Write your thoughts here. Thank you for your feedback! This is one of the most personal moments from my full podcast conversation with Leah Coss, co-founder of Build a Biz Kids. In this shorter clip, Leah opens up about her childhood, growing up in toxic environments, and how that shaped an identity built for survival - not for fulfillment. She shares how her teenage rebellion wasn’t about being “bad,” but about trying to feel in control in a world where she had none. You'll hear: Why your early identity might be holding you backHow reactivity and internal dialogue reveal who you really believe you areThe quiet power of shifting your identity on purpose — so you can finally live the life you’re meant forThis is just one moment from a deeply meaningful conversation about healing, growth, and becoming the person you're proud to be. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2460262/episodes/18120733-from-survival-mode-to-identity-on-purpose-leah-coss-on-rebuilding-who-you-are-to-live-fulfilled.mp3?download=true Support the show

    5 min
  8. From Survival Mode to Identity on Purpose - Leah Coss on Rebuilding Who You Are to Live Fulfilled

    11/03/2025

    From Survival Mode to Identity on Purpose - Leah Coss on Rebuilding Who You Are to Live Fulfilled

    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're chasing is being blocked by the identity you've unconsciously built just to survive? In this powerful conversation, Leah Coss - speaker, author, and co-founder of Build a Biz Kids - shares her personal transformation from self-doubt and burnout to building a life rooted in purpose, clarity, and impact. Leah’s story is as relatable as it is inspiring. She grew up entrepreneurial and independent, but behind the scenes, was silently battling pressure, depression, and misalignment. What changed everything? Rebuilding her identity - on purpose - and aligning it with the life she was meant to lead. We explore: Why so many high-achievers feel “off” despite successThe hidden cost of identities shaped by survival and external validationHow to become the version of yourself you admire — now, not somedayThe power of identity alignment for leadership, relationships, and fulfillmentWhether you’re a young professional navigating transition, or a leader longing for deeper impact, this episode will leave you with fresh language, bold perspective, and permission to become who you’re meant to be. Listen in - because your next level of growth isn’t about doing more, but becoming more aligned. Support the show

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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/ Do you want to be a guest on the podcast? Visit https://podmatch.com/

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  • Creator
    David Dahlén D’Cruz
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Life & Leadership Connected Podcast
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