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In this episode, Doug Smith, host of the L3 Leadership Podcast, joins the Lunch Break series of the Boss Juice Podcast to discuss his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful podcaster and leader in the Pittsburgh community.

Doug shares insights on how he was inspired by mentors, the importance of community, and how no leader should do life alone. He also delves into his work with Light of Life Rescue Mission, focusing on addressing homelessness and helping people find employment. Additionally, Doug emphasizes the significance of teachability, generosity, and integrating faith with business. This conversation shows the value of resilience, supportive relationships, and intentional living in shaping effective leadership.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:24 Doug Smith's Background and Podcasting Journey
02:52 First Big Interview and Lessons Learned
03:58 Common Characteristics of Leaders
05:52 The Importance of Community in Leadership
11:59 Light of Life: Mission and Impact
18:34 Pittsburgh's Support for Second Chances
22:29 Doug Smith's Personal Story
23:39 A Troubled Youth and Turning Point
24:42 A Life-Changing Revelation
25:58 The Start of a Leadership Journey
26:34 Impact of Mentorship and Faith
27:26 The Power of Social Media and Content Creation
30:41 Balancing Faith and Entrepreneurship
33:16 Generosity and Community
37:00 Podcasting and Media in Pittsburgh
40:18 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters
42:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Boss Juice Podcast - No matter how successful someone may be, they always have their story to tell. Boss Juice is a podcast that interviews small business owners, entrepreneurs, founders and the like to let them tell their story. Not just their stories of success, but their stories of failures. We all can learn a lot about business and life by listening to the stories of others!

You can find the Boss Juice Podcast:
On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BossJuicePodcast/podcasts
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On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boss-juice-podcast/id1669114003

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The L3 Leadership Podcast is sponsored by Andocia Marketing Solutions. Andocia exists to bring leaders' visions to life. Visit https://andocia.com to learn more.

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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith interviews Dr. Meg Meeker, a pediatrician and author who focuses on the critical role of fathers in parenting.

Dr. Meeker discusses the impact of fatherhood on children's mental health, the challenges fathers face, and the importance of strong father-child relationships. She offers practical advice for parents, including how to handle discipline, talk to kids about sex, and maintain connections after divorce. The conversation also covers healing father-child relationships and raising confident, well-adjusted children.

00:00 Introduction and Background
00:53 The Importance of Dads
01:28 Challenges and Cultural Shifts
02:24 NFL and Fatherhood
08:08 Encouragement for Single Fathers
11:03 Healing from Past Wounds
16:41 Reconciliation and Apologies
21:13 Coaching and Resources for Dads
22:18 Understanding Kids' Needs from Dads
23:35 Forming Strong Attachments in Early Childhood
27:34 Effective Discipline and Boundaries
30:27 Talking to Kids About Sexuality
34:59 Parenting Beyond Childhood
37:12 Raising Confident Kids
40:53 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Dads

The L3 Leadership Podcast is sponsored by Andocia Marketing Solutions. Andocia exists to bring leaders' visions to life. Visit https://andocia.com to learn more.

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In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, host Doug Smith is interviewed by Dave D'Angelo on Northway Christian Community's Project 167 Podcast. They discuss various topics, including Doug's impactful work at Light of Life Rescue Mission, strategies for addressing homelessness, and practical insights on financial management within families.

Doug shares his journey in leadership, the significance of regular family meetings, and the role of generosity in his life. This episode delves into the complexities of homelessness, mental health, and the opioid crisis, while also offering personal reflections on family dynamics, financial stewardship, and the importance of heart-led generosity.

00:00 Welcome to the L3 Leadership Podcast
01:23 Introducing Dave D'Angelo and the Project 167 Podcast
02:11 Doug Smith's Role at Light of Life Rescue Mission
04:07 Understanding Homelessness: Myths and Realities
09:32 Generosity and Financial Wisdom
13:20 Family Systems and Financial Peace
23:27 Understanding Laura's Love for Details
24:03 Family Team Meetings: A Weekly Routine
24:29 Financial Stewardship in Marriage
25:35 The Importance of IDS in Problem Solving
26:37 Three to One: Strengthening Marital Bonds
33:52 The Concept of Oneness in Marriage
34:57 Generosity in Marriage: Learning from Brooke
39:32 Encouraging Generosity: Lessons from Rick Warren
44:18 Final Thoughts and Reflections

The Project 167 Podcast–where we share ways to bring God’s word and biblical principles beyond the one hour we spend in church on Sundays, and into the remaining 167 hours of our week. Thank you to Pastor Dave D'Angelo for having Doug on for this episode.

You can find the Project 167 Podcast:
On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaY3oLiM0lSDTkTg_OQYVdW_oD2E7a114
On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/31b93LnkgFZJryQyHOLZ8w?si=5a18d33cfa5e4503
On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/project-167/id1799755945

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The L3 Leadership Podcast is sponsored by Andocia Marketing Solutions. Andocia exists to bring leaders' visions to life. Visit https://andocia.com to learn more.

To find more leadership resources and helpful content for your leadership journey, check out our website at https://l3leadership.org/ today.