What does it really mean to win—or lose—when leadership is always evolving?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by success coach, author, and speaker Brian Bartes for a powerful conversation inspired by this week’s quote: “Success is never final. Failure is never fatal. It is courage that counts.” — Winston Churchill

Together, they unpack the deeper meaning of courage—the quiet kind that helps us keep going after setbacks and leads us forward through uncertainty. From the pressure of defining success to the fear of failure, this episode explores how resilience is built and how action becomes the bridge between potential and progress. Brian shares stories, insight, and practical tools that will help every leader reframe failure and take courageous next steps.

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Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham) Special Guest: Brian Bartes  Website: brianbartes.com  LifeExcellence Podcast:   Apple Podcasts: LifeExcellence on Apple Podcasts   Spotify: LifeExcellence on Spotify  Social Media:   Instagram: instagram.com/brianebartes   LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brianbartes   Facebook: facebook.com/brianbartes   X: x.com/BrianBartes   YouTube: youtube.com/brianbartes Edited by Brandon Manzano.

What if the hardest person to lead… is you?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by Enrique Acosta Gonzalez, Global 100 Executive Coach of the Year, Top 100 Thought Leader in Leadership, and multi-award-winning podcaster. A former Marine with decades of leadership experience, Enrique brings a powerful perspective on why self-awareness isn’t optional—it’s foundational.

Inspired by the timeless quote, “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom,” – Aristotle, this episode dives into the critical connection between personal clarity and professional influence. Together, they unpack how self-leadership affects communication, conflict, and culture—and why great leaders never stop doing the inner work.

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Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham). Special Guest: Enrique Acosta Gonzalez   LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/enriqueacostagonzalez   Apple Podcasts: Developing the Leader Within Podcast   Spotify: Developing the Leader Within Podcast   YouTube: youtube.com/@dtlwpodcast Edited by Brandon Manzano.

What if leadership isn’t about standing out—but about helping others rise?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by Scott Benham, Founder and CEO of Intrapreneur Alliance, for a powerful conversation inspired by the quote: “Leadership is not about being the best. It's about making everyone else better.” – Unknown

Together they unpack what it means to shift from proving yourself to improving others—and how true leadership is measured by the impact you have on those around you.

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Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam(@missywasham) Special Guest: Scott Benham: Intrapreneur Academy: facebook.com/groups/intrapreneuracademy Website: funagainnow.com Edited by Brandon Manzano.

What if legacy isn’t a moment—but a daily decision?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by Dr. Joseph S. Paul, President of the University of Southern Mississippi. Drawing from decades of leadership in education, Dr. Paul (also known as Joe Paul) shares insights on the daily decisions that shape how we’re remembered—and why legacy isn’t something we leave behind, but something we’re writing right now.

Inspired by the quote, “Please think about your legacy. You are writing it every day.” – Gary Vaynerchuk, this conversation challenges leaders to live with intention, lead with clarity, and take ownership of the impact they’re making—today.

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Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam(@missywasham). Special Guest: Dr. Joseph S. Paul Edited by: Brandon Manzano.

What does it take to triumph—even when life tries to tell you otherwise?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by Mindi Fetterman, founder of Real Grounded Therapy, for a conversation inspired by this week’s quote from Oprah Winfrey: “It doesn’t matter who you are, or where you came from. The ability to triumph begins with you. Always.”

Together, they talk about it—and explore what it means to reclaim your story, move through adversity, and empower yourself and others along the way.

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What’s the cost of drifting through life without intention?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by Chris Robinson, Executive Vice President of Maxwell Leadership and author of From Drift to Drive. In this powerful episode, they unpack what it means to trade passive motion for purposeful direction.

Inspired by the quote, “Most people don’t fail because they lack talent or opportunity. They fail because they drift—through days, decisions, and even decades—without intention.” This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone feeling stuck, stagnant, or unsure of what’s next.

You’ll walk away challenged, encouraged, and ready to put your life—and leadership—back in drive.

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Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham). Special Guest: Chris Robinson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakerchrisrobinson/) ---Take the free assessment here: https://drift2drivequiz.com/ ---Claim bonuses here: https://drifttodrivebook.com/ ---Buy the bundles for Drift to Drive directly here: https://drifttodrivebook.com/bundle-direct/ Edited by: Brandon Manzano.

What does it take to let go of what’s good in order to step into what’s next?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by power couple Trip and Rebecca Healey. Years after planting a church and leading in ministry together, they made the bold decision to move in a new direction—choosing purpose over comfort and clarity over certainty.

Inspired by the quote, “If you don’t like where you are, move. You are not a tree.” this conversation unpacks what it really looks like to embrace change, listen to the nudge, and take action when the time is right.

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Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham). Special Guests: Trip Healey (@thecamopreacher) and Rebecca Healey (@thecamowife) Edited by: Brandon Manzano.

What happens when life throws a punch you didn’t see coming?

This week on Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast, Mayce DelValle and Missy Washam are joined by Evelyn Romo, a rising leader known as “Limitless.” She’s not just a boxer—she’s a mentor, a motivator, and someone who knows what it takes to stay grounded when life doesn’t go as planned.

Inspired by the iconic words of Mike Tyson—“Everyone has a game plan until they get punched in the mouth”—this episode explores what it looks like to lead with calm under pressure. In this episode, Mayce and Missy talk with Evelyn Romo about leading through pressure and using her toughest moments to mentor others. Her calm mindset and real-life experience offer powerful lessons in resilience.

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Credits: Mpactful Messages: The Let’s Talk About It Podcast is hosted by Mayce DelValle (@maycedelvalle) and Missy Washam (@missywasham). Special Guest: Evelyn Romo (“Limitless”) Edited by Brandon Manzano.