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Capacity isn't how much work a leader can take on. It's how much responsibility they can carry while still leading well.

How much responsibility can you carry and still lead well? This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam sit down with Brent Running for a practical conversation about leadership capacity, responsibility, and what happens when good leaders carry more than they were prepared to carry. Centered around this week’s quote, “Capacity isn't how much work a leader can take on. It's how much responsibility they can carry while still leading well.” — Brent Running, they talk about it and unpack the difference between doing more and leading better. Brent brings real-world insight from more than 20 years leading in distribution operations and production… sharing how leaders can recognize when they are nearing capacity and why over-functioning can quietly pull them away from the work only they can do. They also talk about how leadership capacity can be developed, why delegation matters, and how leaders can protect their energy while still growing their influence and developing others. If you’ve ever felt like you were carrying too much, this episode will help you think differently about responsibility, capacity, and what it means to lead well for the long haul. Follow and connect with Mpactful Messages: Website: www.mpactfulmessages.com [http://www.mpactfulmessages.com/] LinkedIn: Mpactful Messages Instagram: @mpactful_messages Email: connect@mpactfulmessages.com Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham). Special Guest: Brent Running (LinkedIn; BRunning@RunningToLead.com; 5CsdevelopmentFlywheel.runningtolead.com; Running to Lead app) Edited by Brandon Manzano.

When people are financially invested, they want a return. When people are emotionally invested...

What drives your team to give their best… a paycheck or a purpose? This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam sit down with Jeff Beardsley, Head of Operations, for a real and practical conversation about what truly creates buy-in, commitment, and ownership on a team. Centered around this week’s quote, “When people are financially invested, they want a return. When people are emotionally invested, they want to contribute.” — Simon Sinek, they talk about it and unpack the difference between compliance and true commitment. Jeff brings a grounded, real-world perspective from years of leadership experience… sharing what it looks like when people are simply doing a job versus when they’re connected to something bigger. From understanding your people beyond the surface, to the role of transparency and trust, to the impact of emotional investment on culture and performance… this conversation hits where leadership actually lives… in the day-to-day interactions. They also explore the tension many leaders face… wanting results while missing the deeper connection that actually drives them. Because at the end of the day, people don’t just want to work… they want to matter. If you’ve ever wondered how to move your team from checking boxes to taking ownership… this episode will challenge how you lead and how you connect. Follow and connect with Mpactful Messages: Website: www.mpactfulmessages.com [http://www.mpactfulmessages.com/] LinkedIn: Mpactful Messages Instagram: @mpactful_messages Email: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-beardsley-jr/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-beardsley-jr/]) Edited by Brandon Manzano.

Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.

Are you leading your people based on what they cost… or what they’re truly worth? This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam sit down with Seung Paik, author of Leadernomics, for a powerful conversation that challenges how leaders think about value, people, and performance. Centered around this week’s quote, “Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” — Warren Buffett, they talk about it and unpack the critical difference between what can be measured… and what actually matters. Seung brings a unique perspective shaped by 25 years in the Air Force and his work in leadership and economics… challenging leaders to move beyond transactional thinking and into something far more impactful. This conversation will have you rethinking how you view your team… not as line items or outputs, but as individuals with limitless potential. They also explore what happens when leaders get this wrong… how focusing only on metrics, salary, and short-term results can quietly shift culture, reduce engagement, and limit growth. And on the flip side… what becomes possible when leaders choose to invest, connect, and truly see the people they lead. If you’ve ever wrestled with balancing results and relationships… or wondered how to bring out more in your team… this episode will challenge the way you lead and the way you think. Follow and connect with Mpactful Messages: Website: www.mpactfulmessages.com [http://www.mpactfulmessages.com/] LinkedIn: Mpactful Messages Instagram: @mpactful_messages Email: connect@mpactfulmessages.com Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham). Special Guest: Seung Paik (leadernomics.org) Edited by Brandon Manzano.

Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn.

What if the only real failure… is refusing to learn? This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam sit down with Brian Brogen, Chief Inspiration Officer and construction industry leader, for a conversation that hits at the heart of growth, leadership, and perspective. Centered around this week’s quote, “Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn.” – John Maxwell, they talk about it and challenge the way leaders view mistakes, setbacks, and failure. Brian brings real-world insight from years in construction and leadership development... sharing what it looks like to lead through mistakes instead of avoiding them. From the pressure leaders feel to “have it all together,” to the impact of perfectionism, to the importance of reflection and ownership... this conversation brings leadership down to where it actually happens... in the day-to-day. They also explore what separates strong leaders from struggling ones... not the absence of failure, but how they respond to it. The willingness to take responsibility, learn, and move forward doesn’t just shape results... it shapes culture. If you’ve ever wrestled with getting it right, leading through mistakes, or helping your team grow through setbacks... this episode will challenge your perspective and push your leadership forward. Follow and connect with Mpactful Messages: Website: www.mpactfulmessages.com [http://www.mpactfulmessages.com/] LinkedIn: Mpactful Messages Instagram: @mpactful_messages Email: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianbrogen/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianbrogen/]) Edited by Brandon Manzano.

The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence...

What happens when the way you’ve always led… no longer works? This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam sit down with Nicole Ghosten for a timely conversation about leadership, adaptability, and what it takes to navigate change without getting stuck in outdated thinking. Centered around this week’s quote, “The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence—it is to act with yesterday’s logic.” — Peter Drucker, they talk about it and unpack why so many leaders struggle when pressure rises and circumstances shift. Nicole brings powerful insight from her work in change management... helping leaders understand why people naturally fall back on what feels familiar, even when it’s no longer effective. Together, they explore the tension between reacting and adapting, the role ego can play during uncertainty, and how strong leaders create clarity when everything around them feels unclear. This conversation challenges leaders to take a real look inward... because sometimes the biggest obstacle during change isn’t the situation itself... it’s the mindset we bring into it. Follow and connect with Mpactful Messages: Website: www.mpactfulmessages.com [http://www.mpactfulmessages.com/] LinkedIn: Mpactful Messages Instagram: @mpactful_messages Email: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nghosten/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nghosten/]) Edited by Brandon Manzano.