In this powerful episode of the Proverbial Minds Podcast, host Samuel Oladeji sits down with transformational leadership coach Ryan Rigterink to unpack the deeper essence of Heart-Centered Leadership—a model that prioritizes people over profit yet ends up unlocking

both.

Together, they explore:

• Why heart-centered leadership is not soft leadership—it's smart leadership

• How emotional intelligence builds stronger, more resilient teams

• The true cost of neglecting empathy in leadership

• Practical ways to create a culture of care, accountability, and excellence

• Real-life stories from Ryan’s experience that prove leading with heart drives real results

This episode is a call to leaders at all levels—to rise above transactional leadership and embrace a transformative style that inspires trust, loyalty, and legacy.

"When people feel seen, they show up differently." – Ryan Rigterink

Tune in now and discover how leading from the heart can elevate your team beyond profit.

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