My Children Took Over the Podcast | What They Taught Me About Leadership

Show Notes This episode is different in the best way. In honor of Take Your Children to Work Day, Coach Dora invites her children to step into the role of co-hosts. What unfolds is a conversation that moves beyond leadership theory and into something more grounded, personal, and real. They ask about how the podcast is built, how leadership is practiced in teaching and business, and what advice she would give her younger self. But what makes this conversation meaningful is what happens in between the answers. There’s reflection. There’s honesty. And there’s a moment where leadership becomes less about strategy… and more about responsibility, example, and love. This episode is especially meaningful for anyone thinking about the kind of leader they want to be… not just at work, but in life. ⏱️ Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Leadership beyond the boardroom 00:55 – Podcast introduction and mission 01:20 – Children step in as co-hosts 02:23 – The podcast as a family collaboration 03:08 – How leadership conversations are structured 03:43 – The three questions every guest is asked 04:13 – Where podcast guests come from 05:02 – Teaching leadership in the classroom 05:49 – Staying organized as a leader 07:12 – Advice to a younger self 07:35 – Leading by example 07:47 – A moment of emotion and reflection 08:05 – Leading in a way your children can be proud of 08:14 – Why the kids wanted to host 09:04 – Generational leadership and legacy 10:21 – The impact of early exposure to leadership 10:55 – Producer reflection 11:19 – Recognizing young leaders 11:37 – Closing message to the community Why This Conversation Matters This episode is a reminder that leadership isn’t just something we practice in professional spaces. It’s something we live. And often, the people learning from us aren’t in the room… they’re at home, watching how we show up every day. Listen & Watch 🎥 Watch on YouTube: @CoachDoraM 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts Support the show🎥 Watch on YouTube @CoachDoraM. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Visit: https://CoachDoraMendez.com/podcastJoin Coach Dora on Substack https://CoachDoraM.substack.com