The Servant Leader's Mindset Podcast
by Dr. Lena Holmes
The Servant Leader’s Mindset is a leadership podcast focused on helping leaders grow in character, wisdom, purpose, self-awareness, calling, and service. Hosted by Dr. Lena Holmes—a leadership expert, business owner, and minister—the podcast features thoughtful conversations and reflections on servant leadership, faith, culture, politics, and public life. In addition to 25 years of executive experience, Dr. Lena holds a Doctorate in Transformational Leadership and master’s degrees in public administration and theology. Each episode explores practical and reflective topics such as: Servant leadership in business, ministry, and nonprofit work Faith-based leadership and Christian worldview Leadership development, purpose, and calling Mental health, resilience, and emotional intelligence Navigating culture and politics with wisdom and humility Designed for leaders, entrepre
Episodes
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When Fear is Loud: How to Discern the Voice of God (A Panel Discussion)
In this episode of The Servant Leader’s Mindset, Dr. Lena Holmes sits down with a panel including Nicole Gibson, Jenna Schutt, and Cathy Peters. Together, they explore what happens when life changes without warning. The conversation includes topics such as traumatic brain injury, aggressive...
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The Hidden Cost of Poor Sleep with Dr. Lena & Dr. Melissa Milanak
In this episode, Dr. Lena Holmes hosts behavioral sleep medicine specialist Dr. Melissa Milanak to explore how sleep impacts our mental, emotional, and physical health. Discover practical tips, common sleep misconceptions, and when to seek medical help to optimize your rest. key topics: Sleep...
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The Truth About Giving
Discover how giving transforms lives and organizations. With an emphasis on giving as a servant leader’s mindset, Dr. Lena Holmes sits down with Larry O’Nan to discuss stewardship, giving motivations, and the importance of transparency for sustainable impact. Main Topics Covered: •The biblical...
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How to choose faith over fear during life's greatest challenges
In this powerful episode of The Servant Leader's Mindset, Dr. Lena Holmes sits down with former cardiac nurse and author Jenna Schutt to discuss her remarkable journey through a rare incurable disease, chemotherapy, and a stem cell transplant. Diagnosed at age 30 while raising two young children,...
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What are Iranians saying about the conflict?: Dr. Lena is in conversation with Zolal Habibi
Most people don’t realize the true complexity behind Iran’s ongoing conflict—until now. Dr. Lena Holmes sits down with Iranian human rights activist Zolal Habibi to uncover the hidden truths behind Iran’s regime, its history of resistance, and what it really takes to bring democracy to a country...
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Religious Nationalism: A Family's Journey Through Persecution
In this episode, Dr. Lena Holmes is in conversation with Dr. Liz Matney. Dr. Matney shares her experiences of growing up in India, her family's Christian faith, and the challenges they faced under the current political climate. Dr. Matney discusses the rise of Hindu nationalism, the persecution…
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Unlocking Self-Awareness: The Power of Somatic Intelligence
In this conversation, Dr. Lena Holmes and Jennifer Zach explore the concept of self-awareness through somatic intelligence. They discuss how understanding body awareness can enhance emotional regulation, improve leadership skills, and foster better relationships. Jennifer shares her 3N model...
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Part II with Dr. Paul White: How to Survive a Toxic Workplace
In this episode, Drs. Lena and Paul White discuss the signs and impacts of toxic work environments, focusing on the characteristics of toxic leaders, particularly those with narcissistic traits. They emphasize the importance of recognizing these signs early, setting boundaries, and documenting...
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Part I with Dr. Paul White: The Five Languages of Appreciation at Work
Explore the transformative power of appreciation in the workplace, as Dr. Paul White and Dr. Lena Holmes discuss practical strategies for leaders and employees to express genuine appreciation. This conversation highlights the importance of understanding individual preferences and the impact of...
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Reverse Burnout and Reignite Passion: A Conversation with Drs. Lena and David Shar
Join Dr. Lena Holmes and David Shar, PhD, SHRM-SCP, as they explore the causes of burnout and offer actionable solutions to reignite your passion. Discover how faith and understanding can provide grounding in challenging times. Takeaways Burnout can be reversed with small, practical changes. Loss...
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Unlocking the Power of Values-Driven Leadership
In this episode of the Servant Leaders Mindset podcast, Dr. Lena Holmes explores the concept of values-driven leadership, emphasizing the importance of integrity and altruistic values in fostering trust and success within organizations. She provides a framework for implementing these values and...
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Rethinking Leadership: Moving Beyond Authoritarian Models
In this episode, Dr. Lena Holmes discusses the limitations of traditional leadership models, highlighting their authoritarian nature and the reliance on coercion and rewards for cooperation among followers. She critiques the top-down decision-making approach and emphasizes the need for a more...
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Discovering Purpose and Authenticity
What does it really mean to live with purpose, and how do we stay true to ourselves while doing it? In Discovering Purpose and Authenticity, Dr. Lena is in conversation with purpose coach Tanya Prince. Tanya shares her journey of faith, identity, and self-discovery, offering insights on how to...
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Faith & Leadership Resilience: Peggy Bodde's Remarkable Story
In this episode of the Servant Leaders Mindset podcast, Dr. Lena Holmes interviews Peggy Bodde, an author and founder of Sacred Work. Peggy shares her unique adoption story, the challenges she faced growing up, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of God and her leadership style.…
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Finding Purpose After Adversity: Nicole Gibson's Story of Faith
In this inspiring episode, Dr. Lena Holmes sits down with Nicole Gibson, a remarkable young woman whose life was forever changed after a devastating car accident left her with a traumatic brain injury. Despite overwhelming challenges, Nicole found strength through faith, resilience, and...
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Boost Productivity, Strengthen Relationships & Master Problem-Solving | Leadership Insights with Dr. Lena Holmes & John Knowlton
Discover how to elevate your productivity, build stronger relationships, and sharpen your problem-solving skills in both business and ministry. In this episode of The Servant Leader’s Mindset, host Dr. Lena Holmes sits down with serial entrepreneur and pastor John Knowlton to explore servant...
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The Divide: Race, Gender, Identity, and Narrative with Drs. Lena Holmes and Thomas Becker
In this episode of The Servant Leader's Mindset Dr. Lena in conversation with Thomas Becker, Ph.D., discussing the current division over race, gender, and identity in America and around the world. Dr. Becker is an organizational psychologist, author, and former business school professor with over...
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What It Really Means to Find Your Purpose with Dr. Lena And Scott Maderer
In this episode of TSLM Scott Maderer offers practical advice drawn from his coaching work to help you take the first steps toward living a purpose-driven life. Together, Dr. Lena and Scott explore common myths about purpose, how to recognize the difference between a career and calling, and…
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Art Journaling for Transformation & Emotional Healing
In this inspiring episode, transformational coach, speaker, and author Susan Hensley joins Dr. Lena Holmes to explore the powerful world of art journaling—a creative, non-verbal practice that uses color, collage, and imagery to help individuals process emotions, ignite inner creativity, and...
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Conflict Resolution: A Conversation With Alex Yaro & Dr. Lena Holmes
Join Dr. Lena Holmes and Alex Yaroslavsky as they discuss conflict resolution strategies. Alex is an executive coach, mediator, and college professor who teaches conflict resolution at Baruch and John Jay Colleges. Whether you are confronting a conflict on the job or at home, this episode is for...
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Fearless Leadership with Emmy Award-winner Rhonda Britten
In this inspiring episode, we welcome Emmy Award-winner and Master Life Coach, Rhonda Britten. As a repeat guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show and the visionary behind 600 episodes of reality television, Rhonda has dedicated her career to helping people overcome fear and embrace their fullest...
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Servant Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. McConkey
In this insightful episode, Dr. Lena Holmes sits down with Dr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey—an award-winning author, esteemed Emergency Physician, and decorated military leader. Drawing on 22 years of military service and over two decades of clinical expertise, Dr. McConkey shares his unique…
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Leadership: The Art of Public Speaking
Whether you’re leading a team, inspiring a movement, or sharing your vision, public speaking is an essential tool for any leader. Join Dr. Lena and Danny Brassell as they unpack key techniques to improve your public speaking skills, overcome fear, and leverage effective communication to motivate...
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Leadership begins with Accountability
Join Dr. Lena and Robert J. Hunt as they discuss leadership accountability. Robert is a author and executive coach who recently wrote a book titled, "Nobody Cares: Until You Do." The conversation covers leadership accountability in both personal and professional aspects of life. Don't miss this...
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Unmasking Addiction
Is addiction affecting you or someone you love? Whether it's sugar, shopping, selfies, porn, drugs, or alcohol, addiction comes in many forms. Join Dr. Lena Holmes and renowned addiction expert Dr. Cali Estes as they delve into the roots of addictive behaviors. Learn how anyone can fall into the...
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Breaking the Echo Chamber: Confronting Political Division in America
Join Dr. Lena and Julie Rose as they engage in a thought-provoking discussion on news media consumption and political polarization. Rose is a 20-year news radio journalist and podcast host. She has recently revamped her radio show to tackle the issue of political polarization in a unique and more...
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Social Media Planning in 2024
Need a new social media strategy for 2024? Join me and my guest Katie Brinkley as we discuss her new book, The Social Shift. Brinkley is a 19-year veteran of helping businesses to generate new leads using social media marketing. In addition to listening to the audio version this episode, you can...
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Discover Your Brand Essence
Uncover your brand's core and reveal what makes you unique in the marketplace. During this episode, Dr. Lena and experienced brand strategist Barry LaBov will share practical strategies for setting your organization apart. Watch this insightful discussion to learn more about identifying your...
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Healing Ministry Unveiled: Part II of Dr. Lena's Conversation with Dr. David Chotka
You don't want to miss Part II of Dr. Lena's conversation with Dr. David Chotka, the Founder and Director of Spirit-Equip Ministries. In this episode, Dr. Chotka discusses in more detail how you and your congregation can flow in the ministry of healing. Also in this episode, Pastor David…
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Miraculous Healing Unveiled: Leadership in the Ministry of Divine Restoration Part I
Explore the realm of divine healing with the latest episode of the Servant Leader’s Mindset Podcast. In this insightful conversation, Dr. Lena engages with Dr. David Chotka, the Founder and Director of Spirit-Equip Ministries—an inclusive equipping ministry dedicated to nurturing individuals in…
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Cultivating Mental Toughness
Do you want to increase mental toughness? Is anxiety or lack of focus holding you back? If the answer is yes, you don't want to miss this Servant Leader's Mindset episode. Dr. Lena is in conversation with Dr. Eddie O'Connor. Dr. Eddie is a professional speaker, clinical, and sports psychologist...
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Taming the Vision Killers
Are you or someone close to you killing your vision? If yes, you don't want to miss this Taming the Vision Killer episode. Join Dr. Lena Holmes and Jim Ballidis as they discuss how to create and preserve a compelling vision for your business or nonprofit. Jim is a Wall Street Journal best-selling...
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Leadership, Self-awareness, and Sexual Addiction
In this episode, Dr. Lena is in conversation with J.K. Emezi. The show focuses on leadership, Porn Addiction, and self-awareness. Dr. Lena and J.K discuss how sexual addiction manifests in the workplace and at home. The purpose of the show is to prevent talented leaders from falling into the dark...
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Developing the habit of service
During this episode, Dr. Lena is in conversation with author, nonprofit leader, and Christian missionary DeAnna Sanders. The discussion focuses on how seemingly ordinary encounters can become opportunities to serve. DeAnna's upcoming book, Unseen People: Sharing Light and Life with Your Neighbors...
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Complex Trauma in the Workplace
Have you ever wondered if someone on the job was having a mental health crisis? If your answer is yes, then this episode is for you. Join Dr. Lena and Clint Callahan as they discuss the topic of mental trauma in the workplace. Clint is a licensed therapist with more than twenty years of…
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Change Your Mindset to Improve Performance
This episode is all about how to improve performance by changing your mindset. Join Dr. Lena and Michael Huber, a certified mental performance coach, to discuss how a mindset adjustment can improve performance in sports, work, and leadership. Michael currently serves young athletes and their...
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Leading Through The Power Of Storytelling
If you have ever thought about writing a book or doing something to change the world, don't miss this powerful episode featuring Bridget Cook-Burch. Bridget's clients call her "the book whisperer." She is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Her work has been showcased on...
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Servant Leadership and Youth Ministry
After twenty years of youth and children's ministry, Michael Byrd and his wife Kari sold their home, left their church, and moved into an RV full-time. The couple is now traveling nationwide to assist churches with acquiring the software technology needed to manage youth ministries more...
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Servant Leadership and the Five Love Languages
Are you interested in creating a culture of love in your business, school, or home? If the answer is yes, then this episode is for you. Dr. Lena discusses the five love languages with international best-selling author, Paul Zolman. Growing up in a family of abuse and reading Dr. Gary Chapman's...
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Bold Leadership: A Human Trafficking Story
In this episode, Dr. Lena Holmes introduces her audience to Amanda Blackwood. Amanda is an accomplished author, public speaker, artist, and podcast host. Most importantly, she is a courageous survivor and avocate for victims of human trafficking. She has shared her compelling story on many...
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Navigating the Toxic Work Environment
This episode features valuable advice for Human Resource leaders and employees who want to reform the work culture in their organizations. In this episode, Dr. Lena and her special guest, Ms. Kimberly Williams discuss abusive workplaces, employee rights, and the role of Human Resources. Kim is…
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Leadership Diversity and STEM
If you are curious about leadership diversity, artificial intelligence, and advancement in the technology sector, then this episode is for you. Join Dr. Lena as she interviews William A. Adams, Co-founder of the Microsoft Leap program. Mr. Adams also developed mission-critical custom enterprise...
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Seven Strategies to Inspire Your Team
Need a roadmap to inspire your team? Then don't miss this episode on Seven Strategies to Inspire Your Team. In this episode, Dr. Lena provides seven practical strategies to motivate your team or group to do their best work. To learn more about the Servant Leader's Mindset and Insights Plus...
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Turning Tragedy into Triumph: A Leadership Story
Facing and the unimaginable loss of her son, Beth turned her family's tragedy into a leadership victory. Join Dr. Lena and Beth as they discuss the spiritual and practical aspects of leading in times of great adversity. To learn more about the Servant Leader's Mindset Podcast, please visit our...
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Ten Steps to Developing a Servant Leader's Mindset
Don't miss this important information. In this episode, Dr. Holmes shares ten practical steps that you can implement to develop a servant leader's mindset! To learn more about the Servant Leader's Mindset and Insights Plus Consulting, please visit our website at…
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Leadership and Personal Development
Join Dr. Lena Holmes and her guest, Steve Gallegos, as they discuss leadership and personal development. Steve is an international speaker, trainer, award-winning author, and personal development coach. His professional background also includes serving as a U.S. Marine, Law Enforcement Officer,...
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Leadership and Compassion Fatigue
Are you a first responder, medical professional, church leader, school teacher, counselor, family caregiver or caring for a sick loved one? If your answer is yes, then you don’t want to miss this episode about Leadership and Compassion Fatigue. Dr. Lena discusses this hot topic with compassion...
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Compassionate Business Leadership
Join Dr. Lena for an impactful discussion on the topic of compassionate leadership with international business expert Bruno Cignacco, Ph.D. Dr. Cignacco provides practical advice on how business leaders can create a culture of compassion in the workplace. To learn more about our guest Dr.…
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Why Your Organization Needs A Compelling Mission And Vision Statement Part II
In this episode, Dr. Lena discusses biblical principles that can be used to craft a compelling vision statement. She also explains how these principles are being used in secular environments to get staff and other stakeholders to internalize the organization's vision. To learn more about Insights...
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Authentic Servant Leadership
In this episode Dr. Lena spotlights Pastor Brad Brandon who is an extraordinary model of a servant leader. He is the founder of a nonprofit organization called Across Nigeria. This organization brings the love of Christ to a country that is war torn due to terrorism and extreme poverty. Join us…
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About this show
The Servant Leader’s Mindset is a leadership podcast focused on helping leaders grow in character, wisdom, purpose, self-awareness, calling, and service. Hosted by Dr. Lena Holmes—a leadership expert, business owner, and minister—the podcast features thoughtful conversations and reflections on servant leadership, faith, culture, politics, and public life. In addition to 25 years of executive experience, Dr. Lena holds a Doctorate in Transformational Leadership and master’s degrees in public administration and theology.
Each episode explores practical and reflective topics such as:
Servant leadership in business, ministry, and nonprofit work
Faith-based leadership and Christian worldview
Leadership development, purpose, and calling
Mental health, resilience, and emotional intelligence
Navigating culture and politics with wisdom and humility
Designed for leaders, entrepre
Hosted by
Dr. Lena Holmes
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