The Way You Lead

Joshua Dean Church
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This is The Way You Lead — the show for a new era of leaders who are ready to rise. Hosted by Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur Joshua Church, each episode unpacks what it means to lead from the inside out with faith, heart, integrity, strength, and authenticity. Through stories, strategies, and conversations with embodied leaders, you’ll gain what you need to help you lead yourself and others in today’s changing world. Because the way you lead matters—and now is the time to step up.

  1. 11/06/2025

    #219: Mark Rampolla, Founder of ZICO, shares an Entrepreneur’s Guide to Freedom

    This special live episode was recorded at the launch event for An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Freedom, the new book from ZICO Coconut Water founder and GroundForce Capital co-founder Mark Rampolla. In this conversation, Mark shares what real freedom looks like for entrepreneurs and leaders—the kind that comes not from success or status, but from awareness, choice, and courage. He shares raw stories of loss, transformation, and rebuilding after the 2025 Palisades fire, and offers powerful practical frameworks like the “energy audit” and “freedom binder.” The episode closes with Mark reading a moving passage from his book—an honest reflection on letting go, surrender, and what rises from the ashes. Connect with Mark: Buy his book: www.markrampolla.co Follow him https://www.instagram.com/markrampolla/

    48 min

  2. 09/09/2025

    #217: Why Realness is the Most Radical Leadership Practice

    Real leadership starts when we take off the mask.In this solo episode, Joshua dives into the power of authenticity and why our natural state—raw, imperfect, real—is exactly what the world needs more of. Drawing wisdom from nature, ancient wiring, and lived experience, he explores the fears that keep us from showing up as our true selves and the liberation that comes from dropping the performance.You’ll walk away with clarity on: • Why authenticity is not something to “achieve,” but something to allow • How our fear of rejection is rooted in outdated survival wiring • The cost of wearing masks in leadership, relationships, and content creation • Why authenticity nourishes not only you, but the world around you • How leading with truth creates freedom and inspires others to do the sameIf you’re tired of pretending, this episode is your reminder: realness is the most radical leadership practice of all. ⚡ Want to go deeper? Join The Way You Lead — our (free) private WhatsApp group for new era leaders who are choosing to lead from within.This is a space for real conversation, connection, and growth alongside other courageous, heart-led humans. 👉 ⁠joshuadeanchurch.com/twylgroup⁠ Let’s rise together.#Leadership #Authenticity #SelfLeadership #AuthenticLeadership #PersonalGrowth #ConsciousLeadership #NewEraLeadership #Mindset #AuthenticityRevolution #JoshuaChurch

    15 min

  3. 09/04/2025

    #216: The Masculine Void & The Feminine Response with Christina Rice

    Tune in for a powerful conversation exploring the dynamic between masculine and feminine energy in today's world. In this live podcast recording, Christina and Joshua took a deep dive into the modern polarity conversation -- what it means for men to step up, the sacred role of the feminine, and how this energy dance is playing out in dating, relationships, business, and leadership in 2025. They go beyond surface-level takes to have a real, honest conversation about the current cultural climate, energetic responsibility, and the invitations each side of the polarity is being asked to answer. ⚡ Want to go deeper? Join The Way You Lead — our (free) private WhatsApp group for new era leaders who are choosing to lead from within.This is a space for real conversation, connection, and growth alongside other courageous, heart-led humans. 👉 joshuadeanchurch.com/twylgroup Let’s rise together. #Leadership #AuthenticLeadership #Intuition #AlignedLeadership #ConsciousBusiness #SpiritualGrowth #InnerWisdom #EmbodiedLeadership #TheWayYouLead

    1h 23m

  4. 08/28/2025

    #215: Protecting your peace in a world that profits from your chaos

    Is this really worth losing your peace over? That’s the question Joshua Church invites us to live by in this powerful solo episode of The Way You Lead. In a world constantly pulling at our attention—and our nervous systems—Joshua explores the daily practice of protecting your peace. Drawing inspiration from Michael Singer and the simple yet profound lessons of life (like getting cut off in traffic), he breaks down how we give away our power and how to start reclaiming it. What we cover: How to shift from reacting to allowingWhy peace is a muscle, and how to build itThe spiritual paradox of “trying” to be peacefulA Buddhist parable that might just change your weekFlipping the script on success and redefining what you’re really working toward If you’ve ever felt hijacked by a comment, a headline, or a stranger’s actions—this is your reminder: You don’t have to give it your energy. Listen in and reclaim your peace.

    16 min

  5. 08/21/2025

    #214: From Disconnection to Integration: How to Lead, Heal, and Thrive with Scott Olsen

    Disconnection may be one of the biggest health issues we face today—and most people don’t even realize they’re living in it. In this rich and revealing conversation, Joshua sits down with healer, martial artist, and fascia expert Scott Olsen to explore what it truly means to live and lead in an integrated way. From working with world-class athletes to practicing ancient internal martial arts in Beijing, Scott brings decades of experience helping high performers get out of pain and back into their bodies. Together, they unpack what causes disconnection, how the body shapes itself to survive (even in dysfunction), and how presence—not performance—is the real access point to healing. Key insights include: Why your nervous system is like a puppy (and how to stop it from running the show)The hidden cost of comfort and how to rewire your relationship with restWhat internal martial arts can teach us about presence, power, and adaptabilityWhy fascia matters and how tension patterns tell the real story of painHow to start listening to your body instead of commanding it Whether you’re in pain, pushing hard, or simply seeking a deeper connection to yourself, this episode offers a grounded, compassionate invitation to slow down, listen in, and lead from within. #thewayyoulead #embodiedleadership #fascia #healingjourney #nervoussystemregulation #modernleadership #martialartswisdom #consciousperformance #selfconnection #scottolden ⚡ Want to go deeper? Join The Way You Lead — our (free) private WhatsApp group for new era leaders who are choosing to lead from within.This is a space for real conversation, connection, and growth alongside other courageous, heart-led humans. 👉 joshuadeanchurch.com/twylgroup Let’s rise together.

    1h 27m

  6. 08/14/2025

    #213: From Isolation to Impact: How June An Creates Heart-Centered Spaces

    In this honest and heart-opening conversation, Joshua sits down with June An—serial entrepreneur, community builder, and founder of the group, a San Diego-based gathering redefining what connection in business can look like. What started as June’s personal challenge to have coffee with one new person every day has grown into a thriving in-person community rooted in authenticity, vulnerability, and real conversation. No business cards. No elevator pitches. Just humans, showing up. Together, they unpack June’s journey from inherited hustle to intentional leadership, the lessons he’s carried from his father’s immigrant story, and the values that now guide how he builds: humility, collaboration, and fun. This episode is a powerful reminder that leadership doesn’t have to be lonely—and that when we make space for each other, we all rise. If you’re craving real connection in your work or community, this one’s for you. ⚡ Want to go deeper? Join The Way You Lead — our (free) private WhatsApp group for new era leaders who are choosing to lead from within. This is a space for real conversation, connection, and growth alongside other courageous, heart-led humans. 👉 joshuadeanchurch.com/twylgroup Let’s rise together.

    53 min

  7. 08/12/2025

    #212: From Friendship to Foundership: Leading Without Losing the Relationship

    Working with the people you love doesn’t have to end in a blow-up—or burnout. In this solo episode, Joshua shares a candid and hard-earned perspective on one of the most loaded leadership dynamics: working with friends and family. Drawing from his experience building a multimillion-dollar company with his cousin and hiring close friends into key leadership roles, he explores what actually makes those relationships thrive under pressure—and what causes them to break down. You’ll learn: The one reason you shouldn’t start a business with a friendFour core frameworks to preserve (and even strengthen) personal relationships in a business contextWhy clarity of roles and regular expectation resets are non-negotiableHow to “put on your CEO hat” without losing your humanityThe power of building off-ramps and safe spaces for hard conversations Whether you're hiring a sibling, starting something with your best friend, or just navigating personal relationships at work, this episode gives you practical tools to lead with integrity, communicate with care, and grow without losing what matters most. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can I really do this with someone I love?”—this episode is for you. #leadershippodcast #consciousleadership #founderstory #entrepreneurship #workingwithfriends #modernleadership #thewayyoulead #emotionalintelligence ⚡ Want to go deeper?Join The Way You Lead — our (free) private WhatsApp group for new era leaders who are choosing to lead from within.This is a space for real conversation, connection, and growth alongside other courageous, heart-led humans. 👉 joshuadeanchurch.com/twylgroup Let’s rise together.

    26 min

  8. 08/07/2025

    #211: Becoming Sunshine: Leading Through Rhythm, Nature, and Truth with Jenna-Leigh Hoffmann

    What if the sun held the key to coming home to yourself? In this rich and heart-centered conversation, Jenna Leigh—author, athlete, and integrative health coach—shares her journey from burnout in corporate tech to reclaiming her vitality through nature, rhythm, and truth.We explore the science and spirituality behind sunlight, circadian rhythms, and the body's innate intelligence—along with Jenna’s personal path from competitive modern pentathlon to writing Becoming Sunshine. She opens up about navigating grief, finding clarity in stillness, and the deep power of tuning into the body’s cues.This episode invites you to slow down, reconnect with your inner knowing, and remember that leadership starts from within.→ For anyone feeling overstimulated, disconnected, or called to a simpler, more aligned way—this one’s for you!⚡ Want to go deeper?Join The Way You Lead — our (free) private WhatsApp group for new era leaders who are choosing to lead from within.This is a space for real conversation, connection, and growth alongside other courageous, heart-led humans.👉 joshuadeanchurch.com/twylgroupLet’s rise together.

    52 min
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This is The Way You Lead — the show for a new era of leaders who are ready to rise. Hosted by Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur Joshua Church, each episode unpacks what it means to lead from the inside out with faith, heart, integrity, strength, and authenticity. Through stories, strategies, and conversations with embodied leaders, you’ll gain what you need to help you lead yourself and others in today’s changing world. Because the way you lead matters—and now is the time to step up.

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  • Creator
    Joshua Dean Church
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    218
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Joshua Dean Church
  • Show Website
    The Way You Lead