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Your Team Is a Mirror, Here’s What Your Leadership Is Showing | Tammy Fitzpatrick, PhD
Thursday, January 29, 2026 • Duration 37:19
Your team is a mirror, whether you want it to be or not, they’re reflecting your leadership back to you every single day.
In this episode of Impact Effect, I sit down with leadership expert and organizational psychologist Tammy Fitzpatrick, PhD to talk about what your team’s behavior is really telling you. We get into why culture is never created by slogans, why integrity shows up in the small moments, and how leaders often become blind to the patterns they’re modeling.
If I’m being honest, this one hit me too. It’s not about fixing your team, it’s about taking a look in the mirror first and owning what you see.
Topics we dive into:
1. Why your team’s behavior is a direct reflection of your leadership
2. How modeling, not messaging, sets the real standard inside a company
3. The hidden ways leaders create the problems they complain about
4. Why fixing systems starts with fixing how you show up
5. How clarity and focus change what actually moves the business
This episode is out now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. If these conversations about leadership, business and human connection matter to you, come hang with us and SUBSCRIBE to the channel.
Let’s goooo.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:04 Defining Impact and Presence
02:08 The Power of Charisma and Energy
03:26 Reading the Room and Creating Safe Spaces
05:04 Modeling Leadership Behavior
08:58 Integrity and Leadership
12:53 Addressing Organizational Issues
19:45 Consulting Challenges and Client Desperation
20:27 Holistic Business Diagnostics
21:08 CEO Challenges and Ownership
21:44 Leadership Ego and Adaptation
22:23 Client Case Study and Leadership Dynamics
23:35 Importance of Positivity and Mindset
25:52 Positioning and Safe Spaces in Consulting
30:03 Diagnostic Work and Revenue Goals
33:45 Aligning Leadership and Organizational Goals
35:26 Meeting Management and Communication
36:11 Final Thoughts and Leadership Vision
The CEO Money Mindset That Actually Builds a Sustainable Business, with Kendra Cooke
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 • Duration 17:14
You can work harder than everyone else and still slowly build a business that’s breaking underneath you.
In this mini episode of the Impact Effect Podcast with Jim Morris, recorded live at the Nashville Success Summit, Jim sits down with Kendra Cooke to talk about the CEO money mindset that actually creates a sustainable, healthy business.
Kendra shares:
1. Why financial awareness is the foundation of every successful business
2. The four pillars every CEO must understand
3. How to stop running your business on stress and start running it on clarity
4. Why sales and marketing still matter more than almost anything else
5. How to build a business that can survive changing markets and hard seasons
This is a must-watch conversation for any entrepreneur, business owner, or leader who wants to stop guessing and start building something that actually lasts.
This episode is available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. Subscribe to the channel for more conversations about leadership, business, and human connection.
From Risk to Resilience: Mastering Cash Flow and Business Growth
Season 1 · Episode 162
Thursday, September 11, 2025 • Duration 57:36
How do you build a business that thrives beyond just profit?
In this episode of the Impact Effect Podcast, Jim Morris and Chris Brown dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, from facing tough financial decisions to building resilience in business and life.
Chris shares lessons on cash flow clarity, scaling with discipline, and creating systems that drive growth without burnout. Jim reflects on his own journey navigating risk, including hard-earned insights from high-stakes decisions that shaped his business path.
Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or leader seeking to make a positive impact while building sustainable success, this conversation will give you actionable strategies and fresh perspective on:
1. Why cash flow clarity creates peace of mind
2. How to scale smart and avoid financial blind spots
3. Balancing risk, resilience, and authenticity in leadership
4. Building businesses that matter, beyond just money.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:01 Defining Impact and Personal Reflections
04:57 The Importance of Vulnerability
13:41 Navigating Financial Challenges
19:35 Personal Financial Stories and Lessons
28:50 Understanding Variable Expenses
29:29 Scaling Beyond Talent
30:27 Ticket Sales and Financial Assumptions
Moments That Matter: Build Core Memories While You Build Your Business
Season 1 · Episode 161
Thursday, September 4, 2025 • Duration 41:57
Moments That Matter. Build core memories while you build your business. In this Impact Effect Podcast episode, host Jim Morris sits down with entrepreneur and family-first leader Brad Draper to talk about how to build your business and your life at the same time. This talk is about impact, not just income. It is about the small choices that stack into core memories and a company you are proud of.
What you will learn:
1. How to make every space and moment better than you found it, from your office to your home.
2. Why integration beats balance when you build your business and raise a family.
3. Simple ways to build core memories with your kids in 15 minutes, even on busy days.
4. A practical check-in script leaders use with their teams and friends, starting with one question, “Where’s your head?”
5. Three paths to deep connection that also grow your business, play together, serve together, or suffer through hard things together.
6. How to use AI as a tool to amplify your work without losing the human connection your brand needs.
7. What high performing founders do to protect family moments while they scale.
Why this matters:
If you only chase growth, you miss the moments that matter. If you only chase moments, the business stalls. This episode shows how to do both. Build core memories and build your business with clear priorities, honest conversations, and repeatable habits.
You will hear:
1. Stories of missed milestones and the decision to change course.
2. Real examples of leaders who left events to coach a game, then returned to the stage.
Life by Design: How Brock Fortner Builds Wealth, Freedom & IMPACT
Season 1 · Episode 160
Thursday, August 28, 2025 • Duration 39:23
Wealth without freedom is just a paycheck. Brock Fortner reveals how to design a life that delivers both wealth and financial freedom.
Welcome to the Impact Effect Podcast hosted by Jim Morris! In this episode, we’re joined by Brock Fortner, a wealth advisor and thought leader, who shares his proven strategies for building wealth and financial freedom while creating a lasting positive IMPACT.
Brock dives deep into his approach to financial stewardship, investing in yourself, and developing clarity around your life goals. You’ll discover how true wealth can enable both presence and financial independence, along with the systems and safeguards to avoid lifestyle creep and maintain healthy financial habits.
This episode is packed with practical strategies on:
1. Defining your IMPACT and aligning it with your wealth-building plan
2. Eliminating financial risks before they derail your goals
3. Structuring your cash flow for long-term security and growth
4. Understanding the psychology behind spending, saving, and decision-making
5. Creating the life you want by design, not by default
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Impact Effect Podcast
00:35 Defining Impact and Positive Influence
01:18 Financial Wisdom: Investing in Yourself
02:57 Understanding Risk and Safeguards
04:57 Building Wealth with Discipline
06:15 Cash Flow Management and Human Error
09:12 The Psychology of Spending and Saving
Vulnerability as a Superpower: How Melissa French Leads with Truth and IMPACT
Thursday, August 7, 2025 • Duration 39:43
Vulnerability isn’t weakness, it’s your greatest superpower in business and leadership.
In this episode of The Impact Effect Podcast, host Jim Morris welcomes back Melissa French for a powerful conversation on authentic leadership, embracing vulnerability, and creating meaningful IMPACT. Melissa opens up about her journey of leading with truth, from speaking at the Bold Women, Bold Moves Conference to overcoming imposter syndrome and asking for help. She shares how being real, raw, and vulnerable has strengthened her business, deepened her connections, and created a ripple effect of IMPACT for other entrepreneurs and women in leadership. If you’re a business owner, leader, or entrepreneur who wants to influence authentically and build a purpose-driven business, this episode will inspire you to embrace the mindset that Vulnerability = Power.
In This Episode You’ll Learn:
1. Why vulnerability is a leadership superpower
2. How sharing your story builds trust and connection
3. The freedom in authentic leadership
4. Turning struggles into purpose-driven impact
5. Why asking for help can accelerate growth and influence
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:20 Melissa French's Impactful Journey
01:20 Empowering Women at Bold Women, Bold Moves Conference
02:57 The Power of Vulnerability
06:01 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
09:58 Sharing Personal Stories for Greater Impact
15:58 The Freedom in Authenticity
19:51 Processing Trauma and Friendships
Inside-Out Success: Why the Best Growth Starts Within
Season 1 · Episode 158
Thursday, July 31, 2025 • Duration 32:02
What if the key to sustainable business growth isn't in your strategy, but in your soul?
In this episode of The Impact Effect Podcast, host Jim Morris sits down with William Vaughn IV, a real estate entrepreneur, creative brand builder, and purpose-driven leader to explore the powerful concept of Inside-Out Growth. They unpack what it means to build success from within, how gratitude and integrity fuel your long-term vision, and why introspection is the secret weapon for modern leadership.
Topics Covered:
1. The mindset behind Inside-Out Growth
2. Building a purpose-driven brand with authenticity
3. Using gratitude as a grounding force
4. Integrity in business even when deals go wrong
5. Navigating negativity with healthy energy boundaries
If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or mission-driven leader looking to redefine success beyond profits, this conversation will hit home.
This is your invitation to grow from the inside out.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:54 Defining Impact and Legacy
02:36 Maintaining Positivity and Optimism
04:34 Gratitude in Everyday Life
09:55 Navigating Negative Relationships
15:25 Embracing Growth and Solutions
15:45 The Importance of Win-Win Situations
17:02 Integrity in Business and Personal Life
The Layers of IMPACT: Identity, Belief, and the Business of Influence
Season 1 · Episode 157
Thursday, July 24, 2025 • Duration 50:05
What if real business growth didn’t start with strategy, but with self-awareness?
In this episode of The Impact Effect Podcast, host Jim Morris is joined by attorney, leadership coach, and NLP practitioner Noel Bagwell to explore the deep connection between personal identity and lasting IMPACT.
From navigating loss to redefining leadership, Noel shares powerful insights into how entrepreneurs can lead from within, develop influence with integrity, and build businesses rooted in purpose, not just profit. Whether you're scaling a company or rebuilding your confidence, this raw and thoughtful conversation will help you reconnect with what really matters and move from survival mode to soulful leadership.
In This Episode You’ll Learn:
1. The connection between identity, belief, behavior, and results
2. How to create impact without selling your soul
3. Why most legal challenges are actually leadership breakdowns
4. How to reframe influence as service, not control
5. The inner work required to become a resilient entrepreneur
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:39 Defining Impact and Personal Approach
01:24 Neurolinguistic Programming and Identity
04:35 Legal Practice and Leadership Challenges
06:13 Proactive Legal Strategies
12:08 Intersubjective Agreement and Communication
22:17 Survival vs. Impact
Beyond Burnout: Mark Cleveland on Leading with Energy & Intention
Season 1 · Episode 156
Thursday, July 17, 2025 • Duration 49:46
Welcome to The Impact Effect Podcast hosted by Jim Morris, where purpose-driven entrepreneurs and business leaders discover how to grow their businesses and their IMPACT.
In this episode, Jim sits down with Mark Cleveland, a visionary entrepreneur, to explore what it really means to lead with energy in a world addicted to hustle. Mark shares personal stories of slowing down, reclaiming presence, and redefining success beyond the grind.
Together, they unpack how burnout creeps in for high performers, and what it takes to shift into sustainable, values-based leadership. From navigating chaos to building intentional boundaries, this conversation will help you reset your inner compass and reconnect with what matters most.
If you’re ready to stop leading on empty and start leading with energy and intention, this episode is for you.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
1. How to recognize the early signs of burnout
2. What it means to lead with energy vs. ego
3. Why slowing down can accelerate your growth
4. The mindset shifts that protect your energy and vision
5. How to lead with authenticity, clarity, and purpose
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:28 Defining Impact and Personal Philosophy
02:59 Experiences with Hustle Culture and Burnout
04:39 Transition to a Balanced Life
08:15 Embracing Chaos and Letting Go
The Power of Vulnerable Leadership
Season 1 · Episode 155
Thursday, July 10, 2025 • Duration 33:36
The Power of Vulnerable Leadership EP.155 | Tracy Davison on Building Safe Spaces for Growth
Welcome to the Impact Effect Podcast with Jim Morris, where entrepreneurs and business leaders learn how to grow their business and their impact on the world. In this episode, we explore the power of vulnerable leadership with special guest Tracy Davison, former school principal and founder of the 317 Mastermind.
Tracy shares her journey from feeling like a “lonely leader” at the top to creating a safe, growth-driven community for high-performing entrepreneurs. This is a candid conversation about why leading with vulnerability isn't a weakness, it’s the starting point for authentic connection, better results, and real transformation in business.
In this episode, you'll learn:
✅ What vulnerable leadership really looks like—and why it works
✅ How to build spaces where CEOs feel safe to be honest
✅ The leadership shift from control to collaboration
✅ How the 317 Mastermind uses structured community to create real breakthroughs
✅ Why emotional intelligence is now a non-negotiable for business success
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:32 Defining Impact
01:27 Personal Journey and Challenges
03:24 Turning Around a Failing School
04:52 Business Insights and Micro Changes
08:20 The Importance of Asking for Help
10:34 Creating Safe Spaces
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Ready to Build a Business That Truly Matters?
Don’t just chase profit, create IMPACT. Tune in to Episode 162 of The Impact Effect Podcast as Jim Morris and Chris Brown unpack real-world strategies for building resilient, purpose-driven businesses.
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3. A simple daily lens to spot micro miracle moments and turn them into core memories.
4. A clean way to check on your strongest friends and teammates so no one carries the load alone.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:50 Defining Impact
01:38 Creating Positive Environments
03:40 Personal Stories of Impact
07:32 Cherishing Moments with Family
14:17 Balancing Work and Family
17:03 The Importance of Integration
19:39 Building Meaningful Connections
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24:06 The Role of AI in Human Connection
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35:46 Acting on Intuitive Thoughts
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Ready to build something that matters, at home and in business?
Listen now, share this episode with a fellow leader, and start asking the simple question that changes everything: “Where’s your head?”
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Ready to take control of your wealth and design a life of freedom and IMPACT?
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21:48 The Importance of Sharing and Asking for Help
24:17 Personal Stories of Asking for Help
35:26 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Growth
Ready to lead with more authenticity and IMPACT?
Tune in now and discover how embracing vulnerability can be your greatest strength in business and leadership. Whether you're navigating imposter syndrome or just need the reminder that it's okay to ask for help, this episode is for you!
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18:59 The Long-Term Play in Relationships
23:25 Building a Unique Personal Brand
26:12 Balancing Business and Family
28:08 The Power of Introspection
31:14 Final Thoughts and Closing
Ready to grow from the inside out? Tune in now to discover how integrity, gratitude, and personal growth can fuel your business success.
Listen to the full episode of the IMPACT Effect Podcast with William Vaughn, and start building your win-win life today!
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25:58 Selling with Soul: Aligning Beliefs and Actions
26:45 Defining Impact: Personal and Professional Perspectives
27:46 Balancing Self-Interest and Altruism in Impact
29:10 The Role of Negative Thoughts and Self-Reflection
30:23 Purpose and Meaning in Everyday Work
31:40 The Rise of AI and Its Impact on Influencers
32:49 The Importance of Absorbing Information Deeply
37:06 Leadership and Trust: Building Deep Connections
39:29 Personal Journey: From Loss to Resilience
49:29 Conclusion and Reflections
Ready to lead with purpose, not just profit?
Tune in to this powerful episode of The Impact Effect Podcast with Noel Bagwell and discover how true business growth starts within. Listen now and step into soulful leadership.
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If you're tired of running on empty and ready to step into a more sustainable, impactful way of leading, this episode is your reset button. Tune in to hear Mark Cleveland’s powerful insights on moving from hustle to harmony, and learn how to create boundaries, embrace presence, and lead with intention.
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Whether you're scaling your business, feeling isolated as a founder, or ready to lead with more heart, this episode will meet you right where you are.
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