{"podcast":{"title":"Leading Visionaries Podcast","slug":"leading-visionaries-podcast-6419551","podcast_index_feed_id":6419551,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/leading-visionaries-pod/","website_url":"https://www.leadingvisionariespodcast.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/48a1f9c3-862c-46ad-be8a-fc06a5e02ce5/LVP-8X-Award-Winning.jpeg","author":"Anjel B Hartwell & The Creative Age Consulting Group","episode_count":179,"summary":"Featuring emerging and established Leading Visionaries from across industries, areas of expertise and new fields that may not yet be on everyone’s radar, Leading Visionaries is where audiences can expect stellar conversations that spotlight, celebrate and elevate the people thinking differently, seeing new possibilities, dreaming big, taking inspired action and creating conscious change. Our guests are visionary founders and seasoned leaders who have already made an impact within their organizations, industries and orbits of influence - and who are bringing even bigger visions into reality. Through candid, deep-dive conversations, we explore the courage, clarity and confidence required to create what does not yet exist, along with the decisions, strategies, resources and transformations involved in moving a vision from idea to reality. Leading Visionaries is produced by the Creative Age Consulting Group, where we work with visionary founders and seasoned leaders to monetize their vision, expertize their leadership, or further capitalize on what they’ve already built. Because big visions require more than inspiration. They require a clear, revenue-amplifying business strategy capab…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-29T16:22:49.429405+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/leading-visionaries-podcast-6419551"},"episode":{"title":"Choosing Growth Over Comfort with Mandi Feely-Swain - 145","slug":"choosing-growth-over-comfort-with-mandi-feely-swain-145","published_at":"2026-08-04T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/leading-visionaries-podcast-6419551/choosing-growth-over-comfort-with-mandi-feely-swain-145","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/leading-visionaries-podcast-6419551","url":"https://www.leadingvisionariespodcast.com/","audio_url":"https://growx.podkite.com/https/PKjvk092tx/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/53d26137-4046-4d36-b137-91ae5d99b6bb.mp3","summary":"What do you do when your life, finances, and career all seem to be falling apart at the same time? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Mandi Feely-Swain, EVP at Premier Mortgage Resources, a Top 1% mortgage originator, and author of Origination Boost. Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, sales professional, or someone navigating a difficult season, this conversation offers practical wisdom and inspiring reminders that your greatest challenges can become the foundation for your greatest successes. What You Will Learn Why leadership begins with a decision rather than a title. How adversity can become the catalyst for long-term success. The importance of choosing growth over comfort. Why surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision matters. How systems and consistency create sustainable business growth. Lessons learned from rebuilding after financial hardship. The role gratitude plays in resilient leadership. Why self-awareness is essential for making bold career pivots. How leading from the front creates stronger teams and cultures. Practical mindset shifts that help overcome setbacks and uncertainty. FAQ: How can someone rebuild after experiencing major financial setbacks? Recovering from financial hardship starts with focusing on what you can control, creating consistent systems, making intentional decisions, and taking action every day. Long-term success often comes from resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to start over when necessary. What is the difference between being a leader and having a leadership title? Leadership is defined by actions rather than a job title. Effective leaders take ownership, make difficult decisions, serve others, and inspire confidence regardless of their position within…","meta_description":"What do you do when your life, finances, and career all seem to be falling apart at the same time? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. 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