In today’s episode, Dr. Rick Rigsby takes a thoughtful look at what genuine leadership really means. Drawing on wisdom from his father and legendary coach John Wooden, Dr. Rick shows that leadership isn’t about titles or appearances, but about everyday actions and living with strong values. 

You’ll learn how habits like preparation, kindness, and humility can make a bigger impact than any resume ever could. If you’re looking for practical, down-to-earth ways to influence others and improve yourself, this episode is for you. 

Let Dr. Rick’s stories and insights inspire you to lead with purpose, no matter your role.

Show Highlights Include: 

• Discover the signs of a shallow culture [01:22]
• How does cultivating values make great leaders? [02:32]
• This is when you stop impacting people [04:20]
• Learn the lesson Dr. Rick learnt from his late friend on pride [06:15]
• Do you know what determines the power of our impact? [09:56]
• Remember the building blocks of genuine leadership? [11:00]

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free.

Wisdom is ‘inner intuition’ or a deep knowing of something. And while we have the capacity for good sense, it can get mixed up in the noise of our busy lives. 

Everything is about instant gratification (instead of sound judgment and common sense). Nowadays, knowing wisdom and practicing wisdom are two different things.

In this episode, you’ll discover the six lessons of wisdom for leading a life of great impact and inner guidance.

Show Highlights Include:

• How online shopping and high-speed entertainment quiet your inner wisdom every day. ([0:37])
• The “Lifesaver’s candy way” to pile up your savings (and still splurge on something sweet). ([2:33])
• How to avoid an emergency with this glovebox compartment essential. ([6:28])
• The ‘Mailbox Money’ strategy for keeping your family financially afloat when all plans fail. ([8:03])
• Lessons from a bowl of soup about becoming the best at something. ([10:35])
• Why leading others starts with being an hour early everywhere you go. ([13:56])
• The most empowering words to hear on your worst day. ([14:54])

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

Helping others and giving back to your community goes beyond the click of a computer button. And while you can do some good behind a screen, most people try to look good rather than be good. 

So how can you empower and uplift others in the world today? It’s easier than you realize.

In this episode, you’ll learn the blueprint of living beyond impressions and how this inspires generosity in generations to come. 

Show Highlights Include:

• The three things you must learn before trying to make the world a better place. ([0:30])
• How the ‘John Wooden Way’ helps you uplift and inspire others for a lifetime. ([4:55])
• How the creed of seven points lets you make an impact today. ([9:00])
• Why putting on your socks builds a meaningful legacy that lasts. ([14:24])

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

Do you have the drive to get out of bed each morning and live life with a fire in your soul? We’ve all got big dreams, but most people don’t know what it takes to reach them. Or even think their dreams are attainable.

And in most cases, people quit their dream jobs for a life of practicality and security. But why can’t you have both?

In this episode, best-selling author and professional speaker Dwight Edwards and I discuss how to find your purpose through passion and live your greatest life yet. 

Show Highlights Include:

• Why you should say no to “being vanilla” and how this drives a life of purpose today. ([2:11])
• The ‘hunting dog’ approach to achieving your wildest dreams right now.  ([4:00])
• What John Grisham reveals about courageously living an epic life (without quitting your day job). ([7:30])
• Why the Prime Minister of England urges you to read the Bible – and how this unbinds you from the chains of your thinking. ([13:50])

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

Learn more about Dwight’s work:

https://vanillabusters.com

Desire is a powerful force. It’s what makes us pursue goals and realize our dreams. But desire also makes us chase short-term satisfaction and harmful addictions. 

So if you can keep your desire in check, you can reach your goals and become who you want to be. But if you can’t, you’ll lose control over yourself. 

In this episode, you’ll discover how to use habits to use your desire for what serves you—and abandon what hurts you. 

Want to be the best version of yourself? Listen now! 

Show highlights include: 

• The weird way your greatest strength can also be your greatest struggle (even if it fuels your ego) ([2:36])
• How reading the book of Peter unlocks “Divine Habits” that improve your character (even if you can’t remove your cravings) ([4:55])
• Why recognizing your weaknesses lets you transform your character and become a better person ([8:34])
• Why prioritizing others over yourself improves your character ([10:33])

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

Social media and the growing reliance on technology comes with a steep price: 

You become a prisoner to distractions. At any given moment, there are billions of stimuli vying for your attention. And the more you give into distractions, the harder your life becomes. 

Your anxiety levels explode. Your peace of mind becomes non-existent. And you even sabotage your relationships. 

In this episode, you’ll discover the most effective ways to balance your humanity with technology. 

Listen now and you’ll be a happier, more productive version of yourself by the end of the episode. 

Show highlights include: 

• The sneaky way information prevents you from reaching your goals (even if it seems like it’s helping) ([1:09]) 
• The “Massage” method for retaining information instead of losing 88% of it within 24 hours ([1:52]) 
• How overusing the internet sabotages your memory, attention, focus, and even your relationships ([2:42]) 
• Why pulling your phone out while you wait in line hinders the growth of your mind ([5:33]) 
• How something as “harmless” as checking your email can eat 2 hours out of your day ([7:16]) 
• The “Date Every Day” secret for calming your worries and recharging your batteries ([9:50]) 
• The weird way sleeping in helps you accomplish 8 hours of work in only 4 hours ([12:10]) 

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third Grade Dropout, for free.

If you want to connect with Allyson, the psychotherapist mentioned in today’s show, visit her website at: https://woodinvillepsychotherapist.com/. 

In this episode, Dr. Rick Rigsby shares down-to-earth lessons from his family and personal experiences that prove genuine influence isn’t about titles or appearances. 

You’ll hear practical tips on growing every day, staying prepared, thinking differently, and making the right choices, even in small moments. Dr. Rick’s insights remind us that leadership is about impact, not just making a good impression. 

Tune in for real-life wisdom you can use to lead and live with purpose.

Show Highlights Include: 

• Here is how you can excel at being a leader [00:53]
• How can you apply your knowledge effectively? [02:28]
• Discover the dangers of stopping personal growth [04:36]
• Learn about the value of preparation and planning [06:09]
• Do you know why righteous living is important for a leader? [08:19]
• Do you have a personal leadership gold standard? [12:03]
• Learn the characteristic traits of genuine leaders [14:53]
• Find out practical tips to grow your influence [15:16]

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free.

In this episode, Dr. Rick Rigsby explores what it really means to be a genuine leader. Drawing from the wisdom of his father and the life lessons from his late wife, Trina, Dr. Rick highlights the importance of everyday growth, thoughtful preparation, and living by a strong set of values. 

He explains why real influence comes from substance rather than style, and shares practical steps for making a positive impact. 

Tune in for relatable stories and simple tips that can help you raise your standards and live with greater purpose. 

Show Highlights Include: 

• Do you know the traits of disingenuous leadership? [00:48]
• This is the commitment that effective leaders make [03:23]
• Discover an example of preparation done right [05:24]
• What happens if you don’t disrupt your thinking? [07:55]
• Find out how your thoughts can construct a prison for you [09:55]
• Discover the question you need to ask yourself every day [12:32]
• Learn to value quality over quantity of time [17:43]
• How does your way of exiting a situation reflect your character? [19:17]

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free.

In this episode, Dr. Rick Rigsby shares his insights on genuine leadership and what sets it apart. Drawing from the wisdom of his father, a third-grade dropout, Dr. Rick discusses the importance of influence in motivating and inspiring others. 

He highlights the limitations of impressionistic leadership and introduces four essential building blocks for authentic leadership: growing daily, preparing diligently, thinking creatively, and living righteously. 

Tune in to learn how living with intention and consistency can elevate your influence and leadership.

Show Highlights Include: 

• This is what determines the power of our impact [01:21]
• What happens to people who are resistant to growth? [03:52]
• Learn the consequences of a leader’s misplaced motive [05:42]
• Discover this professor’s take on stagnancy and growth [08:39]
• Learn about the foundational blocks of genuine leadership [09:21]
• Why do we need to know about entropy? [13:52]
• Find out how Dr. Rick’s father taught him to prepare first [14:10]
• Learn to challenge your thinking [16:26]

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free.

Today, we’re focusing on the essentials of genuine leadership—where influence plays a central role. Dr. Rick shares insights on how small, everyday choices in growth and preparation can make a significant impact. 

Learn from personal stories and the wisdom passed down from his father, along with advice from iconic figures like John Wooden. If you’re looking to rethink your approach to leadership and inspire those around you, this episode offers strategies to help you do just that. 

Tune in for some practical tips that could change the way you lead.

Show Highlights Include: 

• Do you know about impressionistic leadership? [01:28]
• What becomes of people who do not grow? [03:03]
• This is the realization that we need to overcome nervousness [07:01]
• Discover the pitfalls of complacency and self-admiration [08:36]
• How do situations and circumstances teach you? [15:26]
• Learn the importance of disrupting your own thinking [15:51]
• How can you change your eating habits with thought disruption? [18:42]
• You need to ask yourself this question right now [21:52]

Do you want to stop existing and start living your best life right now? Click here to get the first chapter of Dr. Rick’s best-selling book, Lessons From a Third-Grade Dropout, for free.