Lead Well. Live Whole

Lead Well. Live Whole

Leadership starts within. Lead Well. Live Whole. is the podcast for leaders, visionaries, and everyday people who want to lead from a place of clarity, conviction, and emotional health—without burning out in the process. Hosted by Michael Sirmon, a seasoned executive, mentor, and faith-driven leader, this show delivers real talk and practical wisdom on what it takes to lead yourself well so you can lead others with integrity. Each week, you’ll hear honest insights, personal stories from the front lines of leadership, and conversations with high-impact leaders who believe wholeness isn’t a luxury—it’s a leadership requirement. Whether you’re navigating change, rebuilding your confidence, or just trying to show up fully in your work and life—this podcast will meet you there. Because when you lead well from within... you live whole on the outside. 👉 New episodes every week. 🎯 Built to Serve. Made to Thrive. 📍Follow @MichaelSirmon | #LeadWellLiveWhole

Episodes

June 26, 2025 29 mins

🎙️ Episode 8: Don’t Overpromise—Lead with Integrity

In the pressure to impress, it's easy for leaders to overcommit—saying “yes” to everything and promising more than they can realistically deliver. But overpromising erodes trust, drains energy, and fractures team alignment.

In this honest episode, we unpack:

  • Why overpromising is often rooted in fear, pride, or people-pleasing

  • The cost of constantly saying “yes” when your ...

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🎙️ Episode 7: Build Healthy Leadership Rhythms

Leadership isn’t just about what you accomplish—it’s about how sustainably you live while leading others. In this episode, we explore the importance of developing rhythms that protect your energy, sharpen your focus, and fuel long-term impact.

You’ll discover:

  • Why hustle without harmony leads to burnout

  • The difference between habits and rhythms—and why it matters

  • Practical w...

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🎙️ Episode 6: Know Your Core Values—Let Them Lead

In this episode, we dive into one of the most foundational—but often overlooked—principles of powerful leadership: living and leading from your core values.

Without clear values, your leadership becomes reactive, inconsistent, and exhausting. But when your values are defined and non-negotiable, they become your compass in the chaos.

You’ll learn:

  • Why clarity of values is esse...

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June 4, 2025 26 mins

In this episode, Michael Sirmon explores the power of vision—not just as a leadership tool, but as a lifeline for clarity, direction, and purpose. Vision isn’t about buzzwords on a wall; it’s about seeing farther, believing deeper, and lifting those you lead to a higher standard of meaning and mission.

You’ll learn:

  • Why leaders without vision often drift into burnout or misalignment

  • How to clarify and communicate a compelli...

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May 28, 2025 22 mins

In this episode, Michael Sirmon explores the often-overlooked cost of inconsistency in leadership. Whether it’s shifting standards, unclear expectations, or emotional unpredictability, inconsistency quietly erodes trust and effectiveness.

Learn how to:

  • Recognize patterns of inconsistent behavior

  • Restore credibility after missteps

  • Align your actions with your values

Lead with steadiness, and you’ll lead with strengt...

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Every leader faces storms—unexpected challenges, personal setbacks, and seasons of chaos. In this episode of Lead Well. Live Whole., Michael Sirmon explores what it means to lead with resilience, especially when the pressure is high and the path is unclear. Through personal stories and timeless principles, Michael unpacks how servant leadership isn’t about avoiding the storm, but standing firm within it. Discover how to: Cultivate ...

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Episode 2: The Power of Self-Leadership — Mastering the One You Lead Most Before you can lead others well, you must first lead yourself with clarity, consistency, and conviction. In this episode, Michael Sirmon explores what it means to practice self-leadership in a noisy, demanding world. Discover how habits, values, and inner discipline shape the kind of leader you become—both at work and at home.

In this episode:

  • Why self-...

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In this premiere episode, Michael Sirmon shares the personal story, purpose, and passion that birthed the Lead Well. Live Whole. movement. It’s more than a podcast—it’s a mindset shift. One that calls leaders to live with integrity, lead with purpose, and reject the lie that success must come at the cost of their health, values, or soul. Join Michael as he unpacks why leadership starts within, what it means to live whole, and how...
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May 4, 2025 2 mins
Before you can shape a culture, lead a team, or influence a room—you must first lead yourself. In this trailer episode of Lead Well. Live Whole, host Michael Sirmon shares the heart behind the podcast: a space for leaders who are ready to build from the inside out. Whether you're a seasoned executive, an emerging leader, or simply someone seeking clarity in a chaotic world—this show is for you. What to expect: ✔️ Honest leadershi...
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