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. Oct 28

    Built for Pressure: Turning Pain Into Purpose

    What if the challenges you've faced could become the foundation for helping someone else grow? In Episode 45 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié welcomes comedian, author, and community leader Henry "Hen" Sapp for a powerful conversation about resilience, purpose, mentorship, and the healing power of laughter. As the founder of Better, Wiser, Stronger, Henry has spent years helping young boys recognize their potential, develop character, and make decisions that prepare them for a stronger future. But his commitment to growth extends beyond the young people he serves. After surviving a serious medical emergency that required surgery, Henry found himself navigating an entirely new set of challenges. Rather than allowing those experiences to define his limitations, he began transforming them into lessons about gratitude, perseverance, and purpose. Those experiences helped inspire his book, Built for Pressure. 💡 In this episode: • The story behind Better, Wiser, Stronger and its mission to develop young men • Why young people should be recognized as "at potential" rather than "at risk" • Building a nonprofit organization through perseverance and community support • The importance of mentorship, representation, and creating opportunities • Finding purpose through comedy and the healing power of laughter • Surviving a life-threatening medical emergency and developing a new perspective on life • How family, faith, and gratitude sustain us through difficult seasons • Turning adversity into lessons that strengthen others • Henry's book Built for Pressure and his Gratitude Journal • Why genuine relationships and service are central to lasting impact Throughout the conversation, Henry reminds us that growth isn't simply about what we accomplish for ourselves. It's also about what we invest in others. His philosophy is simple: Do things better. Make wiser decisions. Become stronger. Whether through mentoring young men, making audiences laugh, or sharing the lessons learned from his own experiences, Henry continues to demonstrate what it means to transform personal challenges into opportunities for impact. Your circumstances may apply pressure, but they don't have to determine your future. Sometimes the very experiences that challenge you become the ones that prepare you to help someone else. 🎧 Watch or listen to Episode 45 of The Growth Exchange Podcast. 📖 Learn more about Henry's book, Built for Pressure, and his nonprofit organization, Better, Wiser, Stronger. 🟢 Let's grow.

  2. Oct 14

    Give Yourself Permission to Evolve

    What happens when the next chapter of your life requires you to evolve beyond the roles, routines, and expectations you've grown accustomed to? In Episode 44 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié welcomes Rodney Savage, Vice President of Talent and Leadership at the Grand Rapids Chamber, for a conversation about navigating change, developing leaders, embracing new opportunities, and remaining grounded in your purpose. After 21 years in pastoral leadership, Rodney stepped into new opportunities in nonprofit service, community engagement, and professional leadership development. His journey demonstrates that evolving doesn't mean abandoning who you are. Sometimes it means building upon everything you've experienced to expand your impact. In this episode: • Giving yourself permission to grow, change, and evolve • Transitioning into new chapters without losing your purpose • Why organizational culture is your brand • Developing leaders who can navigate changing workplaces • Building resilience and increasing your capacity for challenges • Learning to embrace failure as an opportunity for growth • The importance of representation, access, and professional networks • Creating opportunities for entrepreneurs and emerging leaders • How brotherhood, friendship, and community support contribute to success • Making intentional decisions that position you for what's next Rodney also shares a perspective on failure that has transformed his approach to growth: "Learn the lesson, let the pain go, but keep the lesson." Throughout the conversation, Dr. Lauchié and Rodney explore how leadership, purpose, personal development, and service can evolve together. Because your previous accomplishments don't have to define the limits of your future. Sometimes the next level begins when you give yourself permission to evolve. 🟢 Let's grow.

  3. Sep 30

    Growth by Design: Creating Your Strategic Growth Plan

    What would change if you stopped hoping to grow and started planning for it? In Episode 43 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié turns the conversation toward you. Through reflective questions and practical strategies, he challenges listeners to examine where they are, where they're headed, what's in the way, and what they're willing to do to move forward. Because growth isn't accidental. It's intentional. 💡 In this episode: • Letting your passions shape your goals • Why we never truly "arrive" • Recognizing when you've outgrown a season, strategy, or environment • Using pain and frustration as signals for change • Finding fulfillment beyond temporary rewards • Building a strategic growth plan with 30, 60, and 90-day goals • Writing, tracking, and adjusting your route • Maximizing the resources you already have • Why coaches and mentors help clarify your vision Life is filled with destiny, not just destinations. The goal you once dreamed about can become the platform you stand on as you pursue what's next. Your challenge: Write down your three most important goals for the next 90 days. Break them into 30-day increments, define the actions to achieve them, and track your progress. Don't enter your next season with another wish list. Enter it with a strategy. 🟢 Let's grow.

  4. Sep 16

    Peeling Back the Layers: Purpose, Service & Impact

    What happens when your career becomes more than a job—and starts revealing your purpose? In Episode 42, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié sits down with Jason Orr for a conversation about service, human connection, and discovering the work you were called to do. Jason's path didn't begin in human services. With a background in broadcasting and education, he found his way into work that reflected lessons planted years earlier by his family—especially watching his father serve others. Today, that journey has him helping individuals and families access resources, overcome barriers, and move toward stability. 💡 In this episode: • Discovering purpose through unexpected career transitions • "Peeling back the layers" to understand what people truly need • Seeing humanity before circumstances • Creating access to resources with fewer barriers • Serving without always seeing the outcome—and measuring impact beyond immediate results • Using your voice as an advocate Jason shares the story of reconnecting with someone he'd previously served and finally seeing the transformation he couldn't see at the time—a reminder that sometimes you plant the seed, someone else waters it, and you may never be there to see what grows. As Jason puts it: "It's not about the results of the work. It's about the impact that was made through the work that you did." Purpose isn't always found by following the career you imagined. Sometimes it reveals itself one layer at a time. 🟢 Let's grow.

  5. Sep 2

    Never Stop Becoming: The Lifelong Pursuit of Growth

    What if growth isn't about arriving—but continuing to become? In Episode 41 of The Growth Exchange Podcast, Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié sits down with his eldest son, Evan-Tarence Lauchié, for a wide-ranging, gregarious conversation about identity, leadership, culture, and the experiences that shape who we become. Evan-Tarence currently enjoys a multifaceted career as a comedian, event host, executive producer, entrepreneur, and educator. Evan-Tarence reflects on a season of reconstruction in his own life—rediscovering parts of himself, challenging old ways of thinking, and learning that effective leadership begins with the ability to lead yourself. In this episode: • Discovering who you are beyond titles and accomplishments • Why self-leadership comes before leading others • Building healthy culture through creativity and collaboration • Viewing money as a resource for solving problems and helping others, and stewarding your influence • How pressure reveals what's already been developed within you • Carrying your experiences forward—because growth never has an expiration date Throughout the conversation, Evan-Tarence reflects on the experiences, relationships, challenges, and opportunities that have shaped his approach to leadership and life. His philosophy comes down to one powerful idea: "To become great, you have to never stop becoming." Growth isn't a destination. There will always be more to learn, more to develop, and more to discover about who you're capable of becoming. 🟢 Let's grow.

  6. Aug 19

    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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

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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
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 by Dr. Tarence E. Lauchié
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