Heart First Leadership

Written by: Ryan & Heidi Sawyer
  • Summary

  • Welcome to Heart First Leadership, the podcast that explores a revolutionary approach to leadership. In a world that often prioritizes success above all else, it's easy to find ourselves leading from a space of fear, doubt, and unworthiness. There is a new way!

    Join me, your host Ryan Sawyer, and my co-host and wife, Heidi Sawyer, on a transformative journey as we seek to inspire and guide leaders, parents, and athletes to unlock the secrets to a truly fulfilling life—one that resonates from the heart. In Heart First, we challenge the conventional norms and embark on a voyage together, where heart-driven leadership becomes the compass for a life well lived.

    Are you ready to redefine where you lead from? Let's dive into meaningful conversations, insights, and practical tips that will empower you to embrace a new paradigm of leadership.






    © 2025 Heart First Leadership
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Episodes
  • Motivation is Not the Problem
    Jan 17 2025


    This episode is a heartfelt call to embrace the internal game over the external spectacle of success, urging listeners to detach self-worth from outcomes. Life's trials become less about the score and more about growth and introspection. By empowering ourselves and the younger generation to navigate the world with a sense of individual meaning, we open up pathways to consistent, purposeful action that isn't reliant on fleeting bursts of motivation. Join us as we navigate these transformative ideas, underscoring the notion that what makes us irreplaceable isn't the medals on the wall or the accolades in our inbox, but the unique journey each of us undertakes to discover the irreplaceable value we bring to the world.

    >>> Get our FREE Heart First Guide to Helping Teens Thrive Beyond Performance

    What's inside the guide?

    • How to better help your student stay engaged, motivated, and resilient by focusing on learning, improving, and expanding their capacity.
    • How to avoid common behaviors and messages that cause students to "duck their heads" or adopt avoidant strategies.
    • Get practical exercises and conversation starters that you can use with your teens or students at school, sports and home.

    Website: www.ihpcoaching.com

    Follow Us on IG: @mentalstrengthcoach

    Grab Ryan’s book Choice Point

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    14 mins
  • Building Resilience: Helping Kids Overcome Bullying with Vickie Stolle
    Jun 6 2024

    Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Vickie Stolle, an engaging speaker, writer, and dedicated resilience advocate. Vickie is renowned for empowering individuals to uncover their innate resilience skills through her work at Dragonfly Paradigm.

    Vickie’s journey began within the cleft community, drawing from her own experiences of living with a facial difference. She shares how facing challenges such as isolation, bullying, and low self-esteem transformed her life. When her own child encountered bullying, Vickie realized the importance of addressing her unresolved trauma and building personal resilience.

    In this episode, Vickie offers invaluable tools and insights for parents to help their children navigate life's challenges with strength and grace. Her powerful narrative encompasses themes of transformation, resilience, overcoming bullying, and the complexities of parenting. Tune in to discover how to empower your family with resilience and navigate life's hurdles together!

    Connect with Vickie
    www.dragonflyparadigm.com
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dragonflyparadigm

    >>> Get our FREE Heart First Guide to Helping Teens Thrive Beyond Performance

    What's inside the guide?

    • How to better help your student stay engaged, motivated, and resilient by focusing on learning, improving, and expanding their capacity.
    • How to avoid common behaviors and messages that cause students to "duck their heads" or adopt avoidant strategies.
    • Get practical exercises and conversation starters that you can use with your teens or students at school, sports and home.

    Website: www.ihpcoaching.com

    Follow Us on IG: @mentalstrengthcoach

    Grab Ryan’s book Choice Point

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    29 mins
  • Rising Above and Beyond Through Sheer Will and Determination will Nolan Ulm
    May 16 2024

    Every new beginning comes with challenges; for Nolan, it was about turning adversity into his most significant advantage. Embark on a journey with us as we sit down with this inspiring individual who shares a remarkable story of resilience and a celebration of the unwavering strength of a mother's love.

    As the conversation unfolds, discover Nolan's transformation from an average athlete to a Division I Star through sheer determination. His story is a powerful reminder that the barriers we face can ignite our deepest passions and lead us to discover our true potential. We probe into the strategies that keep our fires burning, from the role of visualization in achieving our goals to the pillars of impact that guide our purposeful strides in life. Nolan’s unwavering commitment vividly illustrates how a relentless pursuit of self-growth can sculpt a career and an extraordinary life.

    Finally, in a soul-stirring wrap-up, we reflect on how self-mastery and gratitude can redefine our worldview. The art of Transcendental Meditation and a focus on essentialism offer a path to clarity and intention in our decisions. These insights are not just for contemplation but are stepping stones to 'winning the day' and building a legacy. Join us as Nolan and I explore the early milestones of growth and set our sights on the accomplishments ahead, sharing the belief that our stories, much like our dreams, are meant to be lived out loud.

    >>> Get our FREE Heart First Guide to Helping Teens Thrive Beyond Performance

    What's inside the guide?

    • How to better help your student stay engaged, motivated, and resilient by focusing on learning, improving, and expanding their capacity.
    • How to avoid common behaviors and messages that cause students to "duck their heads" or adopt avoidant strategies.
    • Get practical exercises and conversation starters that you can use with your teens or students at school, sports and home.

    Website: www.ihpcoaching.com

    Follow Us on IG: @mentalstrengthcoach

    Grab Ryan’s book Choice Point

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    1 hr and 6 mins

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