In this episode of Leadership From The Heart, I sit down with Gary Montalvo, a leadership and business coach who helps heart-centered entrepreneurs navigate growth and leadership challenges. We dive deep into the balance between strategic execution and staying aligned with personal values.
Key Topics Discussed:
✔️ The difference between leading in corporate vs. leading in your own business
✔️ How self-leadership sets the tone for your team
✔️ Why caring is the ultimate leadership hack for team performance
✔️ The importance of balancing structure and creativity in leadership
✔️ The power of vulnerability and how it makes you a stronger leader
✔️ Why planning for inspiration is just as important as planning for execution
Notable Quotes:
💬 “If you’re not leading your life, you’re just reacting to it.”
💬 “Caring about your team is the fastest way to get anything done.”
💬 “Being heart-centered isn’t just nice—it’s strategic.”
Resources Mentioned:
📚 The Three Laws of Performance (Book recommendation from Gary)
🎙 The Diary of a CEO (Gary’s favorite podcast)
Where to Find Gary:
📌 Website: garymontalvo.com
📌 Instagram: @garymontalvo
📌 Podcast: The Ownership Game Podcast
📌 Facebook: gary.montalvo.coaching
📌 LinkedIn: Garymontalvo
📌 Free Business Checkup: Essential Biz Checkup
