Authenticity Wins: Building a Life, Love & Business That Aligns with Who You Really Are

In this raw and powerful episode of Leadership From the Heart, Romie sits down with Jake Baadsgaard, founder of Disruptive Advertising and creator of Disruptive University. Together, they unpack how authenticity became the guiding principle in Jake’s life—starting with personal crisis and leading to profound transformation in his marriage, leadership, and business.Jake shares how checking all the boxes—career success, marriage, financial milestones—still left him feeling empty, until he was forced to confront the disconnect between who he was and who he was pretending to be. He introduces his simple yet profound framework: Awareness, Honesty, and Responsibility (AHR) as a pathway to discovering your authentic self.Whether you’re struggling in your relationships, stuck in a career that feels out of alignment, or simply searching for more meaning—this conversation will challenge, inspire, and ground you.What we cover:Why success doesn’t always equal fulfillmentThe risk of being authentic—and the bigger risk of notHow to uncover your "why" in life and workWhat real leadership looks like from the inside outThe truth about cultural alignment in business🔗 Learn more about Jake at Disruptive Advertising and explore Disruptive University.