Leadership on the Rocks
Episodes
#115 The Frequency of Excellence: What Leaders Miss When They’re Too Busy with Scott Millson
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bethany sits down with author and leadership coach Scott Millson to explore what it means to “tune in” to excellence in everyday ...
#114 Authentic Leadership & Culture That Connects with Dr. Valerie Arechiga
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bethany sits down with Dr. Valerie Arechiga to unpack what it really means to lead with authenticity—and why culture isn’t built ...
#113 Leading with Clarity and Courage in Complex Environments with Hema Gupta
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Bethany sits down with Hema Gupta, a leader working at the intersection of clean energy, strategy, and people, to unpack what it...
#112 Lead by Following: Why God Must Be the Leader of Your Leadership with David Schmidt
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to strong leadership isn’t leading harder—but following better? In this episode, Bethany sits down with theologian, engineer, and ...
#110 From Nice to Necessary: Building Real Collaboration with Kurtis Hewson
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Real collaboration isn’t about being nice. It’s about building the structures that allow teams to think, challenge, and solve problems together. I...
#109 Lead With Hope: How Leaders Build Resilience, Joy, and Belief with Brandi Kelly
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Leadership on the Rocks, Bethany Rees sits down with Brandi Kelly to talk about something leadership circles rarely prioritize—bu...
#111 Anchored Leadership: Leading With Purpose with Michelle Sloan
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Burned out. Disengaged. Constantly chasing the next “urgent” thing? In this episode, Michelle Sloan explains why purpose is the anchor every leade...
#108 Why Leaders Struggle to Listen (and the Simple Fix) | Better Listening with Stanford Slovin
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Listening is one of the most overlooked skills in leadership—but it might also be the most powerful. In this episode of Leadership on the Rocks, Bet...
#107 Start Strong: Lead on Solid Ground in a Chaotic World with Liz Cobo
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to steady leadership in a chaotic world is staying rooted in who you are—and whose you are? In this episode of Leadership on the Roc...
#106 Climbing Higher — Season 4 Wisdom Highlights
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Season 4 was packed with powerful insights, practical tools, and the kind of leadership truth bombs that hit you right in the purpose. In this finale,...
#105 Breaking Barriers and Leading with Resilience with Gladys H. DeClouet
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to break barriers in industries that never expected you to rise? In this episode of Leadership on the Rocks, Bethany Rees sits down ...
Episode #104 The Mirror Effect: How Self-Reflection and Compassionate Leadership Break the Real Glass Ceiling with Dr. Sheila Gujrathi
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you still trying to shatter the glass ceiling—or is it time to look in the mirror instead? Dr. Sheila shares how her groundbreaking “Mirror E...
#103 Rapid Fire Leadership – Developing Emerging Leaders with Strengths-Based Strategies with Shawn Richards
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What can 401 business leaders teach us about leadership? A lot. In this episode of Leadership on the Rocks, Bethany Rees sits down with Shawn Richards...
#102 Leadership Anatomy in Motion with Louisa Loran
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Busyness is not the same as progress. In this episode of Leadership on the Rocks, Bethany Rees talks with Louisa Loran—global executive advisor, boa...
#101 The Elephant: Navigating Hidden Dynamics in Leadership with René Sonneveld
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The hardest part of leadership isn’t strategy or spreadsheets—it’s the unspoken dynamics that quietly shape trust, decisions, and performance. I...
#100 How I'm Learning to Navigate the Chaos in this World
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Bethany dives into how she is personally learning to lead through the chaos that is today’s world. 👉 Want more tools to thrive...
#99 Leading with Clarity: How to Unlock Capacity and Influence with Casey Watts
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What keeps teams stuck isn’t usually a lack of effort—it’s a lack of clarity. In this episode, I sit down with Casey Watts, Team Leadership Expe...
#98 Leading Through Resistance: How to Turn Pushback Into Progress with Becca Silver
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Resistance isn’t the enemy—it’s feedback. In this episode of Leadership on the Rocks, Bethany Rees is joined by Becca Silver, founder of The Who...
#97 Lead with Letters: How Intentional Communication Builds Real Connection with Amy Daughters
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bethany Rees sits down with award-winning author Amy Daughters to explore how intentional, handwritten communication can transform yo...
#96 Lead with Guts: The Tools You Need Most (and Never Talk About)
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The book is here! Leadership on the Rocks is now LIVE on Amazon and Barnes & Noble! In this final launch episode, Bethany unpacks Part 5 of the bo...
#95 The Hands of Leadership — How to Lead with Excellence: Execution, Systems, and Service in Leadership
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bethany walks through Part 4 of the book — The Hands of Leadership — where execution, systems, and service meet real-world action...
#94 The Heart of Leadership — Build Stronger Teams with Real Connection
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Heart of Leadership: Connect It In this episode, Bethany breaks down Part 3 of her new book — The Heart of Leadership — where trust, clarity, ...
#93 The Head of Leadership — Navigating Your Leadership Role
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bethany unpacks Part 2 of Leadership on the Rocks—The Head of Leadership—where your mindset, identity, and purpose form your inte...
Leadership Survival Kit: 4 Essential Tools Every New Leader Needs to Succeed
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You wouldn’t hike into the wilderness without a survival kit—so why are so many leaders trying to navigate the chaos of leadership without one? In...
Why Leadership Feels Overwhelming After a Promotion (and How to Regain Stability)
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been promoted… only to immediately wonder if you were in way over your head? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share the real sto...
#90 Leading with Clarity When the Pressure Is High with Jeffrey Sanow
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Jeffrey Sanow—veteran CIA Senior Intelligence Officer, leadership strategist, and author of Humint for Humanity—...
#89 Why Smart Leaders Don’t Use Duct Tape Solutions with Bethany Rees
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some leaders use duct tape to hold their teams, their goals, and their sanity together. The problem? Duct tape doesn’t fix—it just hides what’s ...
#88 Underestimated: How to Lead with Confidence Before You Feel Ready with Mary Marantz
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Mary Marantz, author of Underestimated, about being Underestimated and How to Start Small and Lead with Confidence...
#87 How to Build a Resilient Marriage with Chaplain, Major Matthew Spencer & Kristina Spencer
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Chaplain Major Matt Spencer and Kristina Spencer about building resilient God-centered marriages because stronger ...
#86 How to Jumpstart your Workplace Culture with Eric Stone
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Eric Stone about how to jumpstart your workplace culture. Purchase his book Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture on Am...
#85 Defining and Achieving Success with Ken Rusk
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with best-selling author, entrepreneur, and blue-collar advocate Ken Rusk about defining and achieving success along yo...
#84 Communication: From Misunderstood to Magnetic with Michelle Claire Smith
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with international speaker and leadership coach Michelle Claire Smith about the profound impact of personalities on communicat...
#83 The Power of WE: Building a Culture of Excellence with Kyle McDowell
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with inspirational speaker, bestselling author, & leadership coach Kyle McDowell to explore principle-based leaders...
#82 How to “Go Get It” with Chip Baker
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Chip Baker about how to live, learn, serve, inspire, and to “Go get it.” To connect with Chip, be sure to visi...
#81 Season 3 Wisdom Highlights
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Season 3 of Leadership on the Rocks comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the wisdom, lessons, and “aha” moments we’ve shared. This hig...
#80 How to Persevere Through Difficult Seasons With Dustin George
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Lead Pastor and author Dustin C. George about walking through difficult seasons and how to persevere despite our p...
#79 The Power of a Mindset of Gratitude with Bethany Rees
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bethany dives into how leaders can transform their perspective—and their lives—by adopting a gratitude mindset. Using humor, real...
#78 Thriving as a Leader Under Pressure with Eric Pfeiffer
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Business coach, author and entrepreneur Eric Pfeiffer, about how to operate well as a leader despite the increasin...
#77 K.I.S.S. Complexity Goodbye with Bethany Rees
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we tackle the overwhelming complexities that fill our leadership roles and daily lives. Bethany shares how to apply the KISS principl...
#76 Transformational Leadership: Why Mindset & Being Authentic Matters with Michele Smith
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Executive Leadership Coach Michele Smith, about all things transformational leadership including why mindset and b...
#75 Radical Humility: Why Humble Leadership is the Key to Winning in Today’s World with Urs Koenig
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with former UN and NATO peacekeeper, professor, and bestselling author Oars COnig about why humble leadership is the ke...
#74 Level up! How to Escape the Career Trap with Tammy Alvarez
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with author and CEO Tammy Alvarez about how to level up so we make a big impact and never hate Mondays again. In this e...
#73 Why We Need Cultural Intelligence in Our Leadership with Loren Rosario-Maldonado
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we talked with Loren Rosario-Maldonado about using cultural intelligence for personal growth and leadership of others and ourselves...
#72 Start Up! Build Your Leadership Like You Would A Business with Brittany Bruce
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with leader and entrepreneur Brittany Bruce about how to apply startup business best practices to startup and build mom...
#71 Restored! Finding Strength & Victory After Hardship with Cindy Brinker Simmons
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with author Cindy Brinker Simmons about how to be restored with strength and victory after experiencing hardship. In th...
#70 Resilience @ Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future with Simon Bailey
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Award-winning keynote speaker, coach, and author Simon T. Bailey about resilience. In this episode he: Defines re...
#69 Finding Freedom: Breaking the Ropes of Our Beliefs with Bethany Rees
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to find freedom and transform your leadership? It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3! Go to https://www.leadershipontherocks.com/ Choose your...
#68 Embracing virtuous leadership to foster success and deliver consistent superior results with Sig Berg
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with leader and author Sig Berg about how embracing virtuous leadership will foster success and deliver consistent supe...
#67 Biblical Leadership: Staying rooted God’s word with Kala Yoder
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with bible teacher and Confidence in Christ podcast host Kala Yoder about the importance of being rooted in and embraci...
#66 How to Overcome Leadership Shock with Pete Steinberg
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with coach and author Pete Steinberg about how to overcome leadership shock. In this episode he explains: What leaders...
#65 Fulfilling Your Higher Purpose Despite the Chaos that Surrounds You with Troy Anderson
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist and bestselling author Troy Anderson about fulfilling your higher purpose and ...
#64 Empowerment of Women in Leadership with Stephanie Duguid
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Dr. Stephanie Duguid (Do Good) about the empowerment of women in leadership opportunities and positions. ...
#63 Leading in the Age of Mental Health Awareness with Counselor Raysha Clark
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Counselor Raysha Clark about organizational psychology and leading in the age of mental health awareness. Clark is...
#62 Creating Breathing Room in your Leadership with Rachel Baker
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Rachel Baker about why creating some breathing room should be a priority in your leadership. In this episode, Rach...
#61 How to Communicate using storytelling & humor with Linda Kozar
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with award-winning author and award-winning author Linda Kozar about the power of storytelling and humor to connect wit...
#60 - Stirring Up the Gifts in Others with Janice Thompson (Mentoring)
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with award-winning author and mentor Janice Thompson about the importance of being a firestarter to mentor and stir up ...
#59 Discovering Purpose and Making an Impact with Lyndon Pryor
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Lyndon Pryor, President and CEO of the Louisville Urban League, about how we can discover our leadership pur...
#58 Developing Community to Grow Your Leadership with Jen Weaver
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Jen Weaver about the importance of NOT going it alone in leadership, but instead finding a supportive community to...
#57 Leadership in Parenting with Jason Rees
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Jason Rees (my hubby) about being intentional in leadership within our families and parenting. *** Are you r...
#56 Leading in Marriage with Jason Rees
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Jason Rees (my hubby) about being intentional in leadership within our marriages. (To see pictures of us, wa...
#55 Season 2 Wisdom Highlights
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 55 we share highlights from season 2. It is a great recap of all the wisdom shared. Are you ready to transform your life and leadership? It...
#54 A Coach Approach in Leadership with Julie Pierce
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Julie Pierce about the importance of taking a coach approach with leadership. Julie shares with us the two habits ...
#53 Building Better Relationships with Twyla Franz
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Twyla Franz about the importance of opening ourselves up to building relationships and community with others. ...
#52 How to Balance Trust & Accountability with Dr. Andrew Temte
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Dr. Andrew Temte about how to balance trust and accountability to keep our workflows smooth during continuously ch...
#51 Finding Joy in the Chaos of Leadership with Season Bowers
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Season Bowers about how to find joy and inspiration in the chaos of leadership. Joy comes from Jesus…period. He ...
#50 How to Manage Stress & Prevent Burnout
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we talked with Dr. Naomi Hall about how to manage stress and prevent burnout. The best first thing you can do i...
#49 The Must Have Advice You Need from Human Resources with Dr. Jamie Bone
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with Dr. Jamie Bone to learn about the importance of clarity and accountability and all things Human ...
#48 How to Find Vision with John Sherrill
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with John Sherrill to learn about how to find vision in leadership. You can find John’s music ...
#47 The Power of Affirmation with Dr. Helen McIntosh & Blythe Daniel
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with the dynamic mother-daughter duo Dr. Helen McIntosh and Blythe Daniel to learn about the importan...
#46 Collaboration with Adults with guest Alissa Crabtree
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with Alissa Crabtree about the art of aligning our collaboration efforts to our clarified goals and a...
#45 Stewardship & Health with Michelle Spadafora
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with Michelle Spadafora, Founder of Faithful Workouts, to learn about the importance of being a good ...
#44 How to Unplug
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re talking about 5 ways you can unplug and recharge. Find ultimate rest in God Take a break & step away from acti...
#43 Understanding Servant Leadership
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with Morgan Crumm (blogger, business owner, leader, and mother of 5) to learn about how we can be ser...
#42 How to DO THE THING
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with Rebecca George to learn about how to pursue the passions that stir your soul and to “Do The Th...
#41 How to Accelerate Your Impact with Lyle Wells
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with Lyle Wells to learn about how to lead with confidence and accelerate your impact. Lyle is ...
#40 How to Persevere with Donna Snow
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with Donna Snow about preserving in leadership through Inspiration, Time Management, and Collaboratio...
#39 How to Get Unstuck with Michael Stinnett
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode we’re going to be talking with the Unstuck Coach, Michael Stinnett, to learn about the importance of leading ourselves first be...
#38 How to Get Buy-In
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Summary & Application: You can have the best ideas or strategies on how to solve the world’s hardest problems, but unless you know h...
#37 Forget Balance, Find Harmony
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Summary & Application: Why can’t we get ahead of the busyness and overwhelmed feelings? Because we keep seeking balance instea...
#36 The DON'T-Do List
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Summary & Application: A “DON’T-Do List” is just as important as a “To-Do List.” In our personal and professional lives we a...
#35 Hiring Season Pt 2: What Applicants Need to Know
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Summary & Application: Now, I want you to know that this episode really only touched the tip of the iceberg of the advice I have to gi...
#34 Hiring Season Pt 1: What Hiring Supervisors Need to Know
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Summary & Application: Hiring supervisors, as you prepare for your hiring season, follow these 4 pieces of advice: Check yo’ ...
#33 The Power of Mantras
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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#32 Success in LIFE, not Just Leadership
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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#31 Goal Setting - How to S.T.A.R.T. off Right
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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#30 Part 3: Leading Up During Organizational Chaos
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#29 Part 2: Hope in Leading Through Organizational Chaos
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#28 Part 1: Leading Through Organizational Chaos
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#27 The Secret to Contentment in Leadership
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#26 The Four Areas of Leadership You MUST Conquer
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#25 Part 2: How to Transition into a New Leadership Role
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Click here for the Leadership on the Rocks Survival Guide Course A step-by-step approach to transitioning into or becoming better in your leadership r...
#24 How to Transition into a New Leadership Role Part 1
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Click here to get your FREE Leadership Checklist Your organization will give you the title, the pay, and the people...but they won’t necessarily equ...
#23 Building a Pipeline of Great Leaders
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#22 Service: It's Our Pleasure
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#21 Stewardship: How It "Levels Up" Your Energy As A Leader
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#20 How to Build A Collaborative Team
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#19 What We Have Here is a Failure to Communicate
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#18 Stop Chaos & Conflict by Implementing Systems & Processes
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#17 Stop Wandering Aimlessly - Find Your Purpose
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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#16 Identity: You are NOT who you think you are...
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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