In this episode of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast, host Sid Bensalah talks with Jaclyn Strominger, a coach and founder of the LEAP Foundation. Jaclyn left a thriving corporate career to help individuals and businesses redefine leadership. Her insights on mindset, vision, and accountability provide practical tools for transforming personal and professional lives.
What You’ll Learn:
- Jaclyn’s Shift from Corporate Life to Coaching
- Jaclyn shares her turning point—realizing that her career had become a job, and how she decided to pursue her passion for helping others thrive.
- Introduction to LEAP: Communication, Energy, Action, Performance
- Discover how the LEAP Foundation empowers leaders to shift their internal communication, drive energy, take meaningful action, and improve performance.
- Balancing Accountability and Empathy in Leadership
- Jaclyn explains the delicate balance of being empathetic while holding others accountable. She shares personal stories illustrating the power of this balance in business settings.
- Using Mindset for Transformation
- Jaclyn emphasizes the importance of having a clear mission and mantra. Learn how repeating the right affirmations can reshape your mindset and lead you toward growth.
- Energy Leadership Index (ELI) Assessment
- Jaclyn introduces the ELI, a tool that measures energy levels across different scenarios. It shows leaders how to inspire rather than manage.
- Aligning Actions with Vision
- Learn practical ways to align your daily actions with your long-term vision. Jaclyn explains how a clear vision can keep you motivated and accountable, even in difficult times.
Lightning Round Highlights:
- Historical Figure Dinner: Jaclyn would love to have dinner with Cleopatra.
- Book Recommendation: The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy—perfect for improving habits and staying consistent.
- Daily Ritual: Jaclyn talks about the power of daily exercise, sharing her dedication to her Peloton routine.
Why Listen?
This episode offers plenty to offer if you’re interested in leadership, mindset, and growth—whether for your career, your team, or yourself. Jaclyn’s candid insights provide listeners with actionable strategies to redefine their mission, lead with empathy, and stay accountable to their goals. This conversation is packed with stories that make complex concepts practical and relatable.