The Growth Exchange Podcast

Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié
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Welcome to The Growth Exchange Podcast—where ideas take shape, conversations spark change, and insights inspire action. Our podcast is dedicated to uncovering transformative ideas in leadership, personal growth, and innovation, with a focus on how faith, creativity, and entrepreneurship intersect to drive meaningful change. Join us for thought-provoking discussions with innovators, leaders, and changemakers as we navigate the challenges and opportunities shaping today's world. Through inspiring stories of dedication and impact, we highlight how business, charity, and faith can work together to uplift lives and create lasting transformation. From the role of arts and culture in sparking entrepreneurship to the power of creative partnerships, The Growth Exchange Podcast is more than just a platform—it's a space for meaningful dialogue, equipping you with the insight and inspiration to turn vision into impact. Let's grow together.

  1. 9h ago

    Shifting Gears: Dreaming, Building & Becoming

    What happens when the season that got you here can't take you where you're going next? For this milestone 40th episode, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié welcomes back the podcast's very first guest, Samuel "Cisco" Duncan IV.  A lot has changed since Episode 1 — now a 3 time author, pastor, entrepreneur, coach, and founder of The 3333 Collective, Cisco returns for a conversation on transition, creativity, and what it means to keep becoming. He also shares insight from his latest book, A Fresh Vision of God. 💡 In this episode:     •    Embracing transition and knowing when to shift gears     •    Building spaces that help others fulfill their dreams     •    Stepping into unfamiliar territory to grow     •    Breaking beyond the limits of titles and occupations     •    Using creativity to overcome barriers     •    Marriage, family, and faith as foundations for success     •    Moving from personal success to greater impact Cisco compares growth to driving a manual transmission: eventually you hit the limit of one gear and have to shift to keep accelerating. That principle extends far beyond business — sometimes growth means leaving the familiar and building something with no blueprint. "I didn't know where I was going to be, but I knew I couldn't stay still." Forty episodes later, this conversation brings The Growth Exchange full circle — while pointing toward what comes next. 🟢 Let's grow.

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  3. Aug 6

    Leadership Is Influence: The Principles That Shape Lasting Growth

    What separates leaders who inspire lasting impact from those who simply hold positions? In Episode 39 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié shares a practical leadership framework drawn from his forthcoming Maximized Leadership Journal. This solo episode explores the habits, mindset, and character required to grow as a leader who influences others with purpose, integrity, and hope. Rather than focusing on titles or authority, Dr. Lauchié challenges listeners to embrace leadership as a sacred responsibility—one that begins with personal growth and extends into every area of life. 💡 In this episode:     •    Why leadership is influence—not position     •    How grit transforms talent into lasting impact     •    Leading with hope as a practical leadership strategy     •    Why consistency often outlasts intensity     •    The importance of accountability and self-awareness     •    Embracing change, disruption, and personal growth     •    Why failure can become your greatest teacher     •    Developing the discipline to level up personally and professionally Throughout the episode, Dr. Lauchié reminds us that leadership begins long before someone gives us a title. It begins with the daily decision to grow. One of the most powerful reminders from this episode: "Leadership is not about titles, but about the positive impact that you have on others." This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, ministry leaders, educators, students, and anyone committed to maximizing their influence and becoming a catalyst for growth. Leadership isn't something you receive. It's something you cultivate every day. 🟢 Let's grow.

  4. Jul 23

    Master Yourself Before You Lead Others

    What does it take to become the kind of leader who lasts? In Episode 38 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié sits down with executive coach, leadership strategist, author, and Senior Vice President of People & Culture, Dr. Vicki Harris, for a conversation on leadership, purpose, personal wellness, and developing others from a place of authenticity. Drawing from nearly four decades in human resources, executive leadership, ministry, and coaching, Dr. Harris shares how true leadership begins long before a title—it begins with mastering yourself. 💡 In this episode:     •    Why great leaders master themselves before leading others     •    Overcoming your inner critic and developing your inner coach     •    Building healthy habits that sustain long-term leadership     •    Leading with purpose, wellness, and authenticity     •    Navigating leadership in ministry and the marketplace     •    Why people should always come before process     •    The importance of mentorship, coaching, and lifelong development     •    Becoming the leader God created you to be Throughout the conversation, Dr. Harris reminds us that leadership isn't about perfection—it's about continual growth, discipline, and alignment. One of the most powerful takeaways: "Master yourself before you master others." This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, ministry leaders, HR professionals, and anyone committed to becoming a healthier, more effective version of themselves. Healthy leaders build healthy people. Healthy people build lasting organizations. 🟢 Let's grow.

  5. Jul 8

    The Sunshine Effect: Finding Purpose in Serving Others

    What if one act of kindness could change the trajectory of someone's life? In Episode 37 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié sits down with Stacy Datena, community leader and advocate for young adults experiencing homelessness, for a heartfelt conversation about purpose, resilience, service, and the transformative power of seeing the potential in others. From her journey through education, the beauty industry, and nonprofit leadership, Stacy shares how every season of her life prepared her to serve young people with compassion, dignity, and hope. Today, through her work with Covenant House Michigan, she helps young adults experiencing homelessness discover stability, purpose, and a future worth believing in. 💡 In this episode:     •    Finding your purpose by serving others     •    The "Sunshine Effect" and why every person deserves to be seen     •    Supporting young adults experiencing homelessness     •    Lessons learned through adversity and resilience     •    Surviving domestic violence and choosing hope over victimhood     •    The importance of community, mentorship, and positive relationships     •    Why your current season does not define your future     •    Creating environments where people feel valued, seen, and loved Throughout the conversation, Stacy reminds us that growth often begins when someone believes in us before we believe in ourselves. One of the most powerful reminders from this episode: "Everyone has something they're going through. This season is not your destination." This episode is for leaders, educators, parents, mentors, volunteers, and anyone who believes in helping others discover hope and purpose. Sometimes changing the world starts with changing one person's day. 🟢 Let's grow.

  6. Jun 24

    Living in Purpose on Purpose

    What happens when you stop waiting for life to change—and decide to change the way you see it? In Episode 36 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié sits down with organizational development leader, author, speaker, and community builder Dr. Shaquille Anthony for a powerful conversation on purpose, identity, resilience, and personal growth. From losing his father at a young age to earning a doctorate, leading culture strategy at one of the nation's largest healthcare systems, and impacting communities through leadership and workforce development, Dr. Anthony shares how purpose has been the guiding force behind every season of his life. 💡 In this episode: • The difference between victimhood and victory • Why authenticity is self-awareness multiplied by audacity • How mentorship helped shape his journey after losing his father • Discovering your purpose and living it intentionally • Building people as a lifelong mission • Why framing matters more than circumstances • Taking risks and overcoming the fear of stagnation • The power of deciding to see life differently Throughout the conversation, Dr. Anthony reflects on the mentors, experiences, and lessons that helped him develop a clear sense of identity and purpose. One of the most powerful reminders from this episode: "There's no greater risk than staying stagnant." This episode is for leaders, professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking clarity on purpose, growth, and becoming the person they were created to be. You don't have to wait for permission. You don't have to wait for perfect conditions. You can decide today. 🟢 Let's grow.

  7. Jun 15

    Fathers, Faith & The Freedom of Brotherhood

    What happens when men have the courage to heal together?   Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié sits down with Ashanti Bryant, Jon Covington, and Dr. Jason McGhee for a powerful roundtable on fatherhood, faith, mentorship, and the transformative power of community — recorded in anticipation of the F3 Symposium (Fathers, Faith & Freedom).   💡 In this episode:   • The power of storytelling through Jon Covington's documentary Black Man • The lasting impact of fatherhood and mentorship • Healing from the wounds of fatherlessness • Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness • Faith as a foundation for growth and resilience • Community fathering and positive male influence • The impact of the F3 Symposium as a gathering space for men to heal, grow, and connect • Why brotherhood makes men better fathers, leaders, and individuals   "You can safely acknowledge that you need to heal and that you have wounds."   This episode is for fathers, mentors, leaders, and anyone committed to building stronger families and stronger communities.   Healing begins with honest conversations. Growth happens when we heal and walk together.   🟢 Let's grow.

  8. Jun 10

    Recovering Hope: Rebuilding Men & Restoring Purpose

    What happens when hope is restored?   In Episode 34, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié sits down with Jerry Bishop — community leader, pastor, educator, and founder of LifeQuest Urban Outreach — for a rich conversation about manhood, mentorship, fatherlessness, and the responsibility of investing in the next generation.   Drawing from decades of ministry and youth development, Jerry shares how growing up in poverty, overcoming trauma, and encountering transformative mentors shaped his life's mission. At the center of it all is one powerful word: Respair — the return of hope after despair.   In this episode:   • The impact of fatherlessness and the power of male mentorship • Why hope is a catalyst for lasting transformation • Building LifeQuest and the Gerald R. Dawkins Academy • Faith, family, and marriage as foundational priorities • Why men must intentionally invest in the next generation • Rebuilding manhood in today's culture   "In the absence of hope, the heart grows sick. Our responsibility is to help recover hope."   This episode is for leaders, fathers, mentors, pastors, and anyone passionate about helping people maximize their God-given potential.   🟢 Let's grow.

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Welcome to The Growth Exchange Podcast—where ideas take shape, conversations spark change, and insights inspire action. Our podcast is dedicated to uncovering transformative ideas in leadership, personal growth, and innovation, with a focus on how faith, creativity, and entrepreneurship intersect to drive meaningful change. Join us for thought-provoking discussions with innovators, leaders, and changemakers as we navigate the challenges and opportunities shaping today's world. Through inspiring stories of dedication and impact, we highlight how business, charity, and faith can work together to uplift lives and create lasting transformation. From the role of arts and culture in sparking entrepreneurship to the power of creative partnerships, The Growth Exchange Podcast is more than just a platform—it's a space for meaningful dialogue, equipping you with the insight and inspiration to turn vision into impact. Let's grow together.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 by Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié
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    The Growth Exchange Podcast