In an inspiring episode of The Leaders Wheel, host Beyan Garvelee Jr. sits down with executive leader Lindsie Schoenack for a powerful conversation about leadership, influence, resilience, and service. Drawing from John C. Maxwell’s leadership principles, Lindsie shares her journey from early supervisory roles to organizational leadership, reflecting on the importance of self-awareness,people development, and leading from any seat. Together, they explore what it means to build trust, develop talent internally, balance people and performance, and stay grounded in values when facing pressure, setbacks, andchange. Lindsie also opens up about leadership as a woman, the challenges of work-life balance, and why kindness, legacy, and resilience matter more than titles or status. If you care about leadership that transforms people, strengthens organizations, and leaves a lasting impact, this conversationoffers practical wisdom and encouragement for leaders at every level.

Unlock the difference between good leaders and great ones: effective communication.

In this episode of The Leaders’ Wheel Podcast, communications expert Daniel Ankra shares how clear, authentic, and strategic communication shapes leadership, builds trust, and expands influence in business, government, media, and community leadership.

Drawing from more than a decade of experience with leading institutions, including Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS) and Voice of America, Daniel reflects on his journey from a quiet student with a passion for speaking to a respected corporate communications professional. He explains how storytelling, public speaking, journalism, and public relations work together to shape perception, strengthen credibility, and create opportunities for impact.

This conversation explores the principles of persuasive communication, the importance of credibility and context, and why active listening is one of a leader’s greatest strengths. Daniel also challenges common misconceptions about public relations, emphasizing that lasting influence is built on honesty, trust, and strategic messaging.

If you’re an aspiring leader, entrepreneur, educator, public servant, or communicator, this episode offers practical insights to help you speak with confidence, lead with clarity, and connect with purpose.

Your leadership is only as powerful as your communication.

Tune in now and discover how mastering your message can transform your influence.

In this episode, Beyan Garvelee interviews Dorothy D Gwee, founder of Leader Craft, about her journey in creating a shoe-making and leather craft enterprise in Liberia. They discuss leadership, resilience, entrepreneurship, and empowering young women through creativity.