Welcome to Leadership from the Heart, the podcast where we explore the art of alchemizing leadership through authenticity, compassion, and a touch of operational excellence. I'm your host, Romie, and I'm excited to have you join us on this transformative journey where we dive deep into the principles that drive results and human connection.
In each episode, we’ll not only explore essential leadership strategies but also interview special guests who bring unique insights and experiences to the table. Together, we’ll uncover how to enhance leadership with alchemy – turning everyday challenges into powerful opportunities for growth and transformation.
Whether you're a seasoned executive, an emerging leader, or someone eager to make a meaningful impact, this podcast is your resource for actionable insights, real-life success stories, and practical strategies to elevate your leadership skills.
Get ready to lead with intention, authenticity, and heart. It's time to unlock your full potential and create lasting change in the lives of those you lead. Welcome to Leadership from the Heart.
Welcome to Leadership from the Heart, the podcast where we explore the art of alchemizing leadership through authenticity, compassion, and a touch of operational excellence. I'm your host, Romie, and I'm excited to have you join us on this transformative journey where we dive deep into the principles that drive results and human connection.
In each episode, we’ll not only explore essential leadership strategies but also interview special guests who bring unique insights and experiences to the table. Together, we’ll uncover how to enhance leadership with alchemy – turning everyday challenges into powerful opportunities for growth and transformation.
Whether you're a seasoned executive, an emerging leader, or someone eager to make a meaningful impact, this podcast is your resource for actionable insights, real-life success stories, and practical strategies to elevate your leadership skills.
Get ready to lead with intention, authenticity, and heart. It's time to unlock your full potential and create lasting change in the lives of those you lead. Welcome to Leadership from the Heart.

In this raw and powerful episode of Leadership From the Heart, Romie sits down with Jake Baadsgaard, founder of Disruptive Advertising and creator of Disruptive University. Together, they unpack how authenticity became the guiding principle in Jake’s life—starting with personal crisis and leading to profound transformation in his marriage, leadership, and business.
Jake shares how checking all the boxes—career success, marriage, financial milestones—still left him feeling empty, until he was forced to confront the disconnect between who he was and who he was pretending to be. He introduces his simple yet profound framework: Awareness, Honesty, and Responsibility (AHR) as a pathway to discovering your authentic self.
Whether you’re struggling in your relationships, stuck in a career that feels out of alignment, or simply searching for more meaning—this conversation will challenge, inspire, and ground you.
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🔗 Learn more about Jake at Disruptive Advertising and explore Disruptive University.