Executive Disciple Doran Oancia

Dr. Nolan continues sharing how God's hand has been clearly seen repeatedly in the formation and foundation of Catholic Polytechnic University in Southern California.  Listen as Dr. Nolan shares more of the story, the needs - how you can help, and numerous profound insights into leadership that we as Executive Disciples can take to heart to become more Christ-like, to grow in virtue (magnanimity), and to have an expectant faith in the miraculous.

In surveying the landscape of American colleges and universities, Dr. Nolan and her husband were dismayed at the lack of STEM-focused, authentically Catholic colleges to send their children to.  So, she decided to address this - by starting Catholic Polytechnic University.  Join us as Dr. Nolan shares the vision, goals and passion behind Catholic Polytechnic, and how God has continually placed people and resources in her path to assist in the journey.  Be inspired, and possibly, you may be part of this plan!    

Thank you for an amazing first year at Executive Disciple.  In this podcast, we talk about New Year's Resolutions - when and why they fail.  We shift gears to goals and habits, and your host offers TEN practical and important suggestions to ensure that 2020 does not "repeat" 2019 (unless of course you really want it to!), looking back at the advice and themes from Season 1.  Listen BEFORE the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve!

In this wonderful exchange with Fr. Nathaniel Haslam, LC, we talk about The Four Pillars of Integral Formation - Human, Spiritual, Intellectual and Apostolic.  How leaders need to know 2 core truths that they don't hear enough.  The importance of authentic leisure, and how this differs from escape.  Finally, on Tell Me Something Good, how did Scott Adams find his path to success with Dilbert?

Despite the millions of Google "hits" about "Leaders and Balance," is balance even the right goal? Are most leaders balanced?  The answer appears to be NO, and NO.  Fr. Haslam brings tremendous insight into the "blueprint" for the Executive Disciple leader (which is Jesus Christ), the 4 pillars of Integral Formation, and how this framework can help us develop into authentic, complete leaders.

Tim Dumas shares more great examples of leadership and integrating faith and work, as he talks about leading a bible study for his football team at a public university; the importance of LOVING the people you work with; "Frog and Dog"; great coaches; and leaders who think they are "too nice" when in fact they are being "too selfish."  A rousing and inspiring interview!