Outsider Unscripted

Ep 14 - Becka Ellis with Jamey Gadoury

Jamey Gadoury sits down with Becka Ellis—an experienced leader with 16 years in the trenches—calling in from the Philadelphia area where she and her family share a home with approximately 450 pounds of dog. In a candid, energizing conversation, Becka opens up about navigating career transitions (including a recent layoff), the power of community, and why communication and relationships are the real engines of momentum. From activating her network to line up interviews within days, to learning from mentors who let her “fail fast” and get better, Becka brings grounded wisdom and practical playbooks for anyone facing change.They talk about: • How to build and activate your network—before you need it• Communicating clearly under pressure and knowing when to move a conversation off email• Bouncing back from a layoff: focusing your search, using warm connections, and creating momentum• Mentors who support risk-taking, “failing fast,” and growing stronger together• Balancing life and leadership in a multigenerational, very pet-friendly household• Why community—and generosity—compound over a career

Ep 13 - Dr. Alton McCallum Jr. with Jamey Gadoury

Dr. Alton McCallum is a passionate clinical director, founder, chaplain, and counselor with 19+ years of experience. He leads Insight Counseling Center, providing clinical supervision, training, and quality assurance for a team of licensed professional counselors. As founder of A&L Solutions Inc., he delivers evidence-based solutions across education, mental health, and leadership development, informed by mind–brain–teaching research. He also serves as Chaplain for the Belton Police Department, supporting the emotional and spiritual well-being of officers and the community. A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and former U.S. Army officer, Alton’s core strengths include trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, organizational development, and strategic planning—driven by a mission to empower people and teams to thrive with integrity and excellence.

Ep 12 - Laura Early with Jamey Gadoury

Host Jamey Gadoury sits down with Laura Early—Chief Experience Officer at Wise Advise and Assist Team—for a grounded, candid conversation about leadership that starts where all great leadership does: with self-awareness, everyday excellence, and the courage to act without waiting for a title. Calling in from Germany, Laura shares how her background in therapy sharpened her ability to read behavior, why active listening remains a disciplined practice even for seasoned leaders, and how real impact comes from showing up, seeking feedback, and empowering others to thrive.From “excellence in the ordinary” as a core value at WISE, to the power of informal leaders who don’t wait for permission, to the simple habits that get people promoted—Laura unpacks a practical path to leadership that anyone at any level can follow.𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: • Leading without a title—and why waiting for permission holds people back• “Excellence in the ordinary” and how consistent habits drive real impact• Self-awareness → self-development: the inner work leaders can’t skip• Active listening as a learned discipline (especially for fast thinkers)• Using curiosity and feedback to accelerate growth at every level• Why communication stays a top-five priority in every organization👉 Check out the newest episode now & follow Outsider Unscripted for more conversations that challenge the status quo and go beneath the surface.

Ep 11 - George Hamilton with Jamey Gadoury & Sadie Such

Jamey Gadoury & Sadie Such sit down with George Hamilton—recently retired military officer, entrepreneur, and thoughtful leader—for a candid, perspective-shifting conversation about identity, priorities, and what it really means to lead well.With a career spanning the U.S. Army, multiple deployments, and leadership roles across logistics and venture-backed companies, George shares what he’s learned not just about leadership—but about life beyond the title.From navigating the transition out of the military, to confronting the discomfort of stillness in a fast-paced world, to redefining success beyond career and paycheck…George unpacks why growth often happens in the quiet spaces—and why the most important work leaders can do is internal.Along the way, he shares how his passions for travel, underwater photography, and scuba diving have shaped his perspective—teaching him to slow down, embrace wonder, and remember just how small we are in a much bigger story.𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭:• Why hustle culture can quietly damage what matters most• The power of slowing down and facing uncomfortable truths• Rebuilding relationships and being fully present• What great leaders actually do (by, with, and through others)• Finding identity beyond your job or title• How travel, photography, and diving cultivate perspective and wonderListen now!

Ep 10 - Rosa de Koning & Sadie Such

What if better leadership didn’t start with answers—but with better questions? In this episode of Outsider Unscripted, host Sadie Such sits down with Rosa de Koning, executive coach and trusted advisor to leaders across government, Fortune 500 companies, and global organizations. With over 25 years of experience coaching leaders, Rosa shares what she’s learned about leadership maturity, strengths development, and the power of self-awareness. From her work developing & refining the CliftonStrengths framework at Gallup, to coaching executives at organizations like NASA and the U.S. Air Force, Rosa offers practical insights on what truly drives growth. In this conversation, they explore: • Why there’s a deficit in how leaders are developed • How feedback and self-awareness transform teams • Using strengths without letting them become blind spots • The role of coaching in accelerating leadership maturity • Why every leader has room to grow—at every stage • & Skydiving! 👇 Subscribe for more conversations that challenge the status quo and go beneath the surface. 💬 Share your biggest takeaway.