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HEART Leadership

HEART Leadership

Written by: Sara Valentine
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Welcome to Leading with HEART—the podcast redefining leadership from the inside out.


Hosted by Sara Valentine, HR executive, leadership strategist, and creator of the HEART Leadership Principle, this show is your weekly guide to leading with Hear, Empathy, Acknowledge, Respond, and Thank.


Each episode explores how real leaders bring humanity back into the workplace—through honest conversations, practical insights, and powerful personal stories.


Whether you’re a CEO, a new manager, or someone just trying to lead yourself better, this podcast will challenge you to show up with purpose, connect more deeply, and create impact that lasts.


Because leadership isn’t about control—it’s about connection.


And when we lead with HEART, we give others permission to do the same.


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Episodes
  • Leading Through Connection: Marketing, Collaboration & Influence with Sheryl Brown
    Jun 10 2026

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    What if the secret to great leadership isn't having all the answers—but building meaningful connections?

    In this episode of the HEART Leadership Podcast, Sara Valentine sits down with marketing leader and relationship advocate Sheryl Brown to discuss leadership, collaboration, influence, and the power of putting people first.

    Together, they explore:
    💗 Why listening is a leadership superpower
    💗 Building trust through authentic relationships
    💗 The role of empathy in business success
    💗 Navigating change while staying true to your values
    💗 Creating a legacy through connection and service

    Whether you're leading a team, building a brand, or growing your career, this episode offers practical insights and heartfelt wisdom for leading with purpose.

    Because great leadership starts with human connection. 🎙️💗

    Lead with HEART, and the rest will follow.

    A HEARTfelt thank you for listening!

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    29 mins
  • Helping Leaders Rise: A Conversation with Dr. Karen Hills Pruden
    May 19 2026

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    What does it truly mean to lead with confidence, authenticity, and purpose?

    In this empowering episode of the HEART Leadership Podcast, Sara Valentine sits down with leadership expert, executive coach, and author Dr. Karen Hills Pruden for a conversation about growth, courage, and stepping fully into your leadership voice.

    Together, they explore:
    💗 The power of authentic leadership
    💗 Why listening and empathy matter more than ever
    💗 Building confidence in leadership and life
    💗 Helping others grow while continuing to grow yourself
    💗 Leading with purpose in today’s world

    Dr. Karen shares powerful insights from her leadership journey and reminds us that leadership is not about perfection—it’s about presence, purpose, and having the courage to show up fully as yourself.

    This conversation is honest, empowering, and filled with HEART.

    🎙️ Listen now on the HEART Leadership Podcast.

    A HEARTfelt thank you for listening!

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    41 mins
  • Leadership, Legacy, and Letters from War with Dr. Mark Hertling
    Apr 15 2026

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    What does leadership look like when the stakes are life and death?

    In this powerful episode of the HEART Leadership Podcast, Sara Valentine speaks with Dr. Mark Hertling, retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General, professor of leadership, and author of If I Don’t Return.

    Dr. Hertling shares the deeply personal story behind his book—letters he wrote to his sons while deployed in war. These letters were never intended for publication. They were written in uncertainty, responsibility, and love.

    In this conversation, Sara and Dr. Hertling explore:

    • Leadership under extreme uncertainty

    • The power of vulnerability in leadership

    • Faith, character, and responsibility in leadership

    • The values leaders must pass to the next generation

    Dr. Hertling’s reflections remind us that leadership is not about rank or title—it’s about character, service, and the people we influence along the way.

    This episode is a powerful reminder that the greatest leaders don’t just lead organizations—they shape lives.

    You can reach out to Dr. Hertling on his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hertling-dba-57987066/

    A HEARTfelt thank you for listening!

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    41 mins
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