Leading with Heart: Balancing Strategy and Soul with Gary Montalvo

In this episode of Leadership From The Heart, I sit down with Gary Montalvo, a leadership and business coach who helps heart-centered entrepreneurs navigate growth and leadership challenges. We dive deep into the balance between strategic execution and staying aligned with personal values.Key Topics Discussed: ✔️ The difference between leading in corporate vs. leading in your own business ✔️ How self-leadership sets the tone for your team ✔️ Why caring is the ultimate leadership hack for team performance ✔️ The importance of balancing structure and creativity in leadership ✔️ The power of vulnerability and how it makes you a stronger leader ✔️ Why planning for inspiration is just as important as planning for executionNotable Quotes: 💬 “If you’re not leading your life, you’re just reacting to it.” 💬 “Caring about your team is the fastest way to get anything done.” 💬 “Being heart-centered isn’t just nice—it’s strategic.”Resources Mentioned: 📚 The Three Laws of Performance (Book recommendation from Gary) 🎙 The Diary of a CEO (Gary’s favorite podcast)Where to Find Gary: 📌 Website: garymontalvo.com 📌 Instagram: @garymontalvo 📌 Podcast: The Ownership Game Podcast📌 Facebook: gary.montalvo.coaching📌 LinkedIn: Garymontalvo📌 Free Business Checkup: Essential Biz Checkup