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Leaderbyte Stories

by Chester Goad

Welcome to Leaderbyte podcast. On the show we’ll be making unique connections between leadership, learning, and life through the power of story. Each episode will feature stories and insightful conversations with leaders from all walks of life. Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad has 15 years worth of leadership experience from education, non-profits, and politics, to advocacy. Join the conversation and learn more at ChesterGoad.com.

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Episodes

  1. Lessons from the Obstacle Course & Tips for Travel with Ralton Emory

    Working on the road can bring it's own set of challenges. On this episode of Leaderbyte Stories Chester talks with Ralton Emory, Membership Manager for an International Professional Society who shares his own story and tips for maintaing your health and wellness, and healthy relationships from…

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  2. Consistency for the Win: An Interview about Transformation & Life

    The one where Leaderbyte Listeners interview Leaderbyte Host, Chester Goad about his weightloss journey and his quest to tick things off his never-ending life list. In this episode, listeners submitted questions about weightloss, food, fitness, faith, and life. Chester answers those questions…

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  3. Amena Brown: Vinyl & Vulnerability

    Leaderbyte host, Chester Goad talks with Spoken Word artist, author, leader Amena Brown about life, leadership, and her new project, How to Fix a Broken Record. Bio: Amena Brown is an author, spoken word poet, speaker, and event host. The author of five spoken word albums and two non-fiction…

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  4. Katie Davis Majors: On Uganda, Life & Hope

    Katie Davis Majors discusses Uganda, Life, & Hope with Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad. You won't want to miss this unique episode in following God's lead to live out your purpose. Learn more about Katie's new project Daring to Hope and Amazima ministries. Katie Davis Majors BIO: Katie Davis Majors...

  5. Kraig Thompson & The Seed Company: Ending Bible Poverty

    Your host, Chester Goad recently connected with Kraig Thompson, Manager of Mobilization for The Seed Company--a company committed to ending Bible poverty. Over a billion people still don't have access to the Bible in their Heart Language. Learn how The Seed Company is changing that. This is not...

  6. Carlos Whittaker Spider Killer on Leadership & Family

    Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad, learns leadership insights like how to kill spiders and more from author, artist, speaker, Carlos Whittaker aka "Los Whitt". Bio: Carlos (or Los for short) Whittaker, is an author, speaker, moment maker, spider killer, and hope dealer. You might know him from his…

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  7. Phoenix Roasters Coffee Co-Founder Jeff Bagwell on Coffee That Matters

    Jeff Bagwell, Co-Founder of Phoenix Roasters Coffee sets down with Leaderbyte Host, Chester Goad, to talk about how coffee can lead the way to change in local and global communities, and the cycle of relief. What about Phoenix Roaster's Coffee? Aware of the importance of accountability and...

  8. Thomas Cox & the Mealfit Story: Leading & Motivating Thru Food & Lifestyle

    This week Chester picks the brain of Mealfit entrepreneur Thomas Cox. They talk business and bartering, leadership, lifestyle, priorities, and more. Thomas tells his story in his own unique direct way and he doesn't mince words. He spares nothing with his frank advice for leaders or anyone ready…

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  9. Writer Carole Sparks: Insights and Leadership Tips for Creatives

    Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad, talks with emerging, faithbased writer Carole Sparks who offers insight into her own creative process, advice on being a better leader, and the ultimate influence and inspiration for her writing. This was a deep and intriguing leadership conversation worth…

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  10. Faith, Family, Friendship & Fury: A Fun Leadership Convo

    Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad interviews Scott Kimsey, Director of Basketball Operations for the Tennessee Fury. Scott talks about how leadership, sports, mission and purpose have impacted his life and gives us insight into staying motivated and grounded. Chester and Scott reminisce about growing...

  11. Leadership, Influence & Leaving People Better Than You Found Them

    Nancy Hamilton, seasoned speaker and leader and small business owner shares leadership wisdom and encouragement to leave people better than we found them. Nancy's background includes service with churches, non-profits, higher education, counseling, and business. Nancy also shares how to deal with...

  12. Adam Meyer & the Intentional Life (The Bucket Episode)

    I recently met up with my friend Adam Meyer to pick his brain on his thoughts on the benefits of intentional living. In this episode, Adam, a higher ed professional and fellow leadership and disability advocate, share his own story about intentional living, leadership, and priorities especially…

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  13. Summer Solo: Authenticity & the "Perception is Reality" Lie

    Is authenticity overrated? Is perception important? And how does Sir Winston Churchill factor in? In this summer solo episode, Leaderbyte Host, Chester Goad shares thoughts on authenticity, and the "Perception is Reality" lie. Tweet Chester and let him know what you think @chesterwgoad.

  14. Alan Graham's Welcome Homeless: Leadership & Social Outreach

    Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad talks about leadership related to social outreach and specifically homelessness with Alan Graham is the president, CEO, and founder of Mobile Loaves & Fishes. Mobiles Loaves & Fishes, is a social profit enterprise that delivers meals and provides homes to homeless...

  15. Amy Roloff''s Second Act: An Authentic Conversation on Family, Life, & Future

    Amy Roloff joins Leaderbyte Host, Chester Goad to discuss her Second Act, life changes, and how leaders move forward. From faith and family, to leadership, and work, Amy gives us some authentic insight into her life, and lends the listeners some wisdom gained in her journey. Amy is a reality…

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  16. Faith, Life & Leadership with Blogger, Author, Speaker Paul Sohn

    Ever figure out what you thought was your dream may not be your calling, and that maybe God wanted more for you? Are you young and searching for direction or next steps? (or maybe just young at heart)? Paul Sohn is an award winning blogger, author, coach and speaker. His blog has been listed in…

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  17. Human Dignity, Fertility & Leading In Your Field with Dr. Scott Sills

    Leaders often never really set out to be leaders. They just are. The journey to becoming a leader in your field can take you places you never expected and sometimes it's amazing to look back at how it all came about. In this episode, Dr. Sills a leading expert in reproductive endocrinology talks...

  18. Church Mystery Shopper & More with Greg Atkinson

    What's your first impression? Leaders proactively seek the truth in the answer to that question. Greg Atkinson, Founder of Worsip Impressions, Executive Director of ExPastors.com, author, speaker, and coach, shares leadership tips from his experience as a consulting church mystery guest. Greg...

  19. Music Artist Erskin Anavitarte on Music, Life, & Family

    Erskin Anavitarte, is a Texas Born, Nashville based singer songwriter. He spends a lot of time on the road, nationally and globally, out sharing a message of hope out in communities, coffee shops, and concert venues. He and Leaderbyte Host, Chester Goad, discuss family, creativity, music, and…

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  20. A Very Amateur Christmas Episode: 5 Gifts Every Leader Should Give the Team

    In this solo episode, your Leaderbyte host shares 5 Gifts Every Leader Should Give the Team and a special Christmas message! If you're struggling with what to give your team, or even friends and family this season, you won't want to miss this episode of the leaderbyte! This is our 11th episode,...

  21. Leaderbyte Podcast 10 Letting Go & Leading: Taylor Tagg on Forgiveness

    Taylor Tagg offers some practical "how-to" advice on forgiving others. It's a challenge to lead when you haven't let go of something. Taylor helps leaders, business executives and everyday individuals from all walks of life, take those first steps toward actually forgiving someone. We often…

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  22. SKIT GUYS on Laughter, Leadership & Stupid Poverty

    Your Leaderbyte Host, Chester Goad talks with The Skit Guys about laughter, leadership, and their partnership with the Stupid Poverty Project and how you can help. You'll learn more about their backgrounds, whether or not they get self-conscious and what you need to do when you're feeling...

  23. Leaderbyte Podcast 8: Drumming Up Relief for Rwanda with Josh Devine

    One Direction's Drummer Josh Devine, and former Kutless Drummer Jeff Gilbert now of FH, and ES Collective join the show to discuss their unique partnership and efforts to provide relief to Rwanda, and there's a really cool way you can involved. Fans can win One Direction’s world-famous drum kit…

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  24. Leaderbyte Podcast 7: Leading through Ugliness Part Two: Volunteer Boots on the Ground

    In Part Two of Leading through Ugliness, we discuss Hurricane Matthew and disaster relief with veteran disaster volunteer and site director, Bill Fogarty. Bill began his Disaster Relief journey with Hurricane Katrina, and has since become a leader in several disaster relief volunteer efforts....

  25. Leaderbyte Podcast 6: Leading through Ugliness: Disaster Relief Efforts Part One

    Part One of Leading through Ugliness. Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad talks leadership strategy with experts leading massive volunteer relief efforts in the midst of disasters like Hurricane Matthew and ongoing efforts to end Human Trafficking. Guests are: David Melber, Vice President of Faith-Based...

  26. Leaderbyte Podcast 4: Zombies, Film & Family: Leadership Conversations w/ Actor Jason Vail

    Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad, talks zombies, film, family and leadership with Actor Jason Vail. Jason has been in over 60 movies. He's appeared on The Originals, Sleepy Hollow, Drop Dead Diva, and has had recurring roles on a variety of soaps, and played John Wilkes Booth in Abraham Lincoln vs....

  27. Leaderbyte Podcast 0 An Introduction to Leaderbyte Podcast and Your Host

    Check out this introductory episode of The Leaderbyte Podcast to learn more about your host Chester Goad, the format of the show, and more!

  28. Leaderbyte Podcast 3 Catalyst, Leadership & What Kids Need More Of Gary Bennett

    Host Chester Goad picks the brain of Gary Bennett, a Catalyst attender who happens to be a school leader. Get ready for some interesting insights on Catalyst, Leadership, School Leadership, and more. And this school leader has some thoughts and insights to share for emerging leaders and…

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  29. Leaderbyte Podcast 2 Toothpaste, Holy Confidence & Second Chances: Mike Foster

    Chester Goad sits down with Mike Foster, Founder of Second Chance, and author of the book, People of the Second Chance. Listen to Mike's take on leadership, family, and more, and get ready for some great tips for emerging and established leaders, as well as his thought-provoking take on a…

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  30. Leaderbyte Podcast 1 Uncommon Leadership: Catalyst's Tyler Reagin

    Leaderbyte episode 1 is a conversation with Catalyst Atlanta's Tyler Reagin. Leaderbyte, Host Chester Goad sits down with Tyler to discuss leadership, faith, and family as well as tips and threats for emerging and established leaders.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Leaderbyte podcast. On the show we’ll be making unique connections between leadership, learning, and life through the power of story. Each episode will feature stories and insightful conversations with leaders from all walks of life. Leaderbyte Host Chester Goad has 15 years worth of leadership experience from education, non-profits, and politics, to advocacy. Join the conversation and learn more at ChesterGoad.com.

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