Episode 101: Taking A Pause

Change is not easy but necessary for massive growth. I’ve personally been going through and upgrade and reinvention of who I get to be in the world. In order to receive more of that clarity I am now entering what I call a sacred pause.

It’s crazy to think that we’ve had 100 episodes of the Leaders Create Leaders podcast so to celebrate all who have supported this journey, we’re having an exclusive giveaway!Stay tuned till the end to learn how you can win a call with me and Jeff, Leaders Create Leaders merch, and your own NFT!!How to enter the 100th episode giveaway for a chance to win:1. Post on your Instagram timeline how the Leaders Create Leaders show has impacted you.2. Must use the hashtag #LCL4L so we can find your Instagram post.3. Tag both me (@gerardadams) and Jeff (@digitaljeff).3. Winners will be announced in seven days.Show Notes0:00 Intro1:07 Giveaway announcement1:55 Digital Jeff and LCL5:00 The history of Leaders Create Leaders15:13 Gerard & Jeff start making history33:00 Is this really working?35:45 Favorite Leaders Create Leaders episodes45:35 The Art of Storytelling52:30 Transmuting Fear 57:32 Trust The Process1:01:17 Kanye West tweets at LCL1:04:36 100th episode giveaway!Connect with Jeff:Website - https://hoo.be/digitaljeffInstagram - @digitaljeffConnect with Gerard:Instagram - @gerardadamsInstagram - @leaderscreateleadersWebsite - www.leaderscreateleaders.com

If you aren’t happy, you aren’t aligned.The key to becoming the best leader and entrepreneur you can possibly be is by being radically honest with yourself, seeking feedback, and not letting fear hold you back.In this episode, I share a few tips that have helped me in my 20+ years as an entrepreneur to stay aligned with my purpose while creating a life and business beyond my wildest dreams. Ready to get realigned?If you received value from this episode, please do me a favor and leave a review and share with a friend. I love hearing from my community. Tag me on Instagram @gerardadams if you're listening to this episode to be featured on my story.Show notes:0:00 Intro1:01 Aligning to your purpose3:15 Become limitless like Elon Musk5:15 Tips to take inventory of yourself7:32 Are you happy?8:57 Review the facts and get honest11:03 The importance of seeking feedback11:34 Clarity around your needs14:15 Excited for the new future 16:00 Seek support and growth 16:50 OutroConnect with Gerard Adams here:Instagram - @gerardadamsInstagram - @leaderscreateleadersWebsite - www.leaderscreateleaders.com

In this new episode, I sit down with my friend and entrepreneur Brian Mazza to continue the conversation on fatherhood and how to be a present leader for your family as you build an empire.Let us know your thoughts by leaving a review or mentioning me and Brian on Instagram @gerardadams @brianmazza to be featured.Connect with Gerard Adams here:Instagram - @gerardadamsInstagram - @leaderscreateleadersWebsite - www.leaderscreateleaders.comConnect with Brian Mazza here:Instagram: @brianmazzaWebsite: www.brianmazza.com

Have you fallen out of character before?In this new episode, I share my personal thoughts on the Will Smith incident and the lessons that can be learned from it. I've definitely been in Will's shoes before and it's a learning experience for all of us. Over the last 24 hours Will and Chris have issued apology letters to each other, the fans, academy, and the world. I loved the apology letters and ownership that was taken by Will and Chris. That’s true leadership. Taking ownership for our mistakes and re committing to the healing and integrity. If you haven’t yet here’s what the apology letter stated:Violence in all of its forms is poisonous and destructive. My behavior at last night’s Academy Awards was unacceptable and inexcusable. Jokes at my expense are a part of the job, but a joke about Jada’s medical condition was too much for me to bear and I reacted emotionally.I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris. I was out of line and I was wrong. I am embarrassed and my actions were not indicative of the man I want to be. There is no place for violence in a world of love and kindness. I would also like to apologize to the Academy, the producers of the show, all the attendees and everyone watching around the world. I would like to apologize to the Williams Family and my King Richard Family. I deeply regret that my behavior has stained what has been an otherwise gorgeous journey for all of us.I am a work in progress.Sincerely,WillLet me know your thoughts by leaving a review or mentioning me on Instagram @gerardadams for a feature.

What does it take to be a present and great dad?In this new episode of Leaders Create Leaders, I sit down with my good friend Josh Coats who is a seven-figure entrepreneur and a present father to his four kids. We dive into how to balance entrepreneurship and fatherhood & what it takes to be a great dad. You don’t want to miss this one!SHOW NOTES:0:00 - Intro to guest Josh Coats6:01 - New book I’m reading on parenting7:57 - Josh’s relationship with his dad 12:20 - A common theme among great men14:08 - What Gerard learned from his dad16:25 - How to focus on what’s important 19:15 - What Josh has learned about fatherhood23:22 - How to raise kids born into wealth30:33 - How to raise kids with intention35:40 - How to lead by example as a parent38:20 - Taking unconditional responsibility41:51 - Showing up as real man and leader46:15 - Balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship50:36 - What does it mean to be a good father54:00 - How Leaders Create Leaders impacted Josh57:31 - Gerard shares a special memoryConnect with Josh Coats here:Instagram: @joshcoats_pushcoachWebsite: www.joshcoats.com/linktreeMake sure to share this podcast on your IG story if you got value from it and tag me @gerardadams. If you feel called, I’d love to hear from you by leaving a review on your biggest takeaway from the episode.Connect with Gerard Adams here:Instagram - @gerardadamsInstagram - @leaderscreateleadersWebsite - www.leaderscreateleaders.com

Do you have systems built inside your business?In this new episode, I share the exact tips and strategies that I’ve used to scale two 8-figure businesses.As I’m entering into fatherhood, I get to step back from my business for a bit so that I can support my fiancé with being there with our new born daughter Skyla Adams. This decision wasn’t easy but it was necessary.Show Notes:0:00 Intro0:45 5 critical steps on how to scale your business4:36 Step #1: Building systems for freedom8:12 Step #2: Having a product in excellence10:15 Step #3: Trust & empower your team11:50 Step #4: A 360 marketing plan to scale14:14 Step #5: Experienced leadership19:00 How to work with me and my teamIf you ready to build winning systems in your business while creating a life that creates happiness & fulfillment, message me the word “Mastermind” on Instagram and we’ll have a conversation.Make sure to share this podcast on your IG story if you got value from it and tag me @gerardadams. If you feel called, I’d love to hear from you by leaving a review on your biggest takeaway from the episode.Connect with Gerard Adams here:Instagram - @gerardadamsInstagram - @leaderscreateleadersWebsite - www.leaderscreateleaders.com

Have you ever thought about being a father?In this new episode, I share my personal experience about my journey of becoming a father to my new little girl Skyla Adams and how I’ve been preparing for being the best father and leader possible for my family.

Who are you Becoming?Azrya and Benjamin Bequer are the co-founding stewards of BEQOMING, a platform that provides transformational tools, media, and experiences to help people see beyond the veil of who they thought they were supposed to be and awaken their full-spectrum aliveness.In this new episode, I sit down with Azrya & Benjamin to discuss their new book BEQOMING and how they’ve impacted my life. We dive into the principles and practices designed to help you accelerate growth in life, business, and relationships.Show Notes:0:00 Intro to guests1:11 How I met Azrya and B4:12 How Azrya and B met9:05 The impact Azrya & B have had on my life17:15 What does BEQOMING mean?20:35 The 3 stages of BeQoming27:00 How to identify your truest truth29:00 The power of trusting yourself & others33:55 We are multi-dimensional beings40:55 Experiences I’m still healing from43:17 Your soul’s curriculum 51:34 Stepping into courage and faith59:50 Who am I in the world?1:01:01 Becoming unfuckwithable1:13:01 Their new book BEQOMING1:14:07 Resources for transformationConnect with Azrya & Benjamin below:To purchase the special edition hardcover of BEQOMING (not available on Amazon) please visit www.BEQOMING.me/book or download at www.Audible.com/BEQOMING.*Book Warning: This book may inspire you to face off with your darkest subconscious shadows, claim your Truest Truth, and embody the greatness you’re here to share with the world. Side effects may include becoming radically unfuckwithable.You can also receive The 3 Stages of BEQOMING directly to your inbox at: www.BEQOMING.me/3stagesResource page - https://beqoming.me/resources IG: @beqomingAzrya IG: @AzryaBequerBenjamin IG: @BenjaminBequerMake sure to share this podcast on your IG story if you got value from it and tag me @gerardadams and our guests to be reposted! If you feel called, I’d love to hear from you by leaving a review on your biggest takeaway from the episode.Connect with Gerard Adams here:Instagram - @gerardadamsInstagram - @leaderscreateleadersWebsite - www.leaderscreateleaders.com

Do you trust yourself?As an entrepreneur, I’ve struggled over the years learning how to fully trust and express myself. I’ve also learned that fully trusting and expressing yourself is the key to manifesting your wildest dreams. This one skill will transform your life, business, and relationships.If you have a hard time trusting yourself and the decisions you make, then just know you’re not alone. This podcast will help you learn some new tips and strategies to live your truth and feel good about it.Show Notes0:00 - Intro 1:26 - How to begin trusting yourself to be yourself 3:36 - Signs when you lack trust in who you are6:13 - Tools to help begin trusting yourself9:25 - Start taking inventory of yourself12:50 - 10 tips to build and master self-trust16:20 - My 4 internal pillars for joy and freedom21:35 - Real leaders embody their truth and authenticity24:30 - Shoutout to the communityMake sure to share this podcast on your IG story if you got value from it and tag me @gerardadams to be reposted! If you feel called, I’d love to hear from you by leaving a review on your biggest takeaway from the episode.Connect with me here:Instagram - @gerardadamsWebsite - www.leaderscreateleaders.com