Why Great Leaders Start by Serving Others with Olaolu Ogunyemi

Leadership changes everything when you stop trying to be impressive and start trying to be useful. A proud U.S. Marine officer, award-winning author, and passionate leadership mentor Olaolu Ogunyemi reveals the framework that reshapes how you lead at work, at home, and in the lives of the people who are watching you most closely. On Mind Money and Medicine, Dr. Favour sits down with Olaolu Ogunyemi to unpack the lived experience behind his "Lead Last" philosophy - a mindset built on service, self-awareness, and lasting impact. He shares how a childhood shaped by family, church, coaches, and community helped him find confidence, why authenticity matters more than performance in leadership, and how the Marine Corps taught him to lead in a way people can trust long after you leave the room. You will discover why so many parents accidentally project their own childhood onto their children, how that can quietly weaken confidence and emotional strength, and what it really takes to create a home where kids feel safe enough to speak honestly. Olaolu also breaks down his approach to "curious communication," the power of asking for feedback, and the five whys technique for getting to the root of insecurity instead of treating symptoms. He also opens up about his children's book Crown from the Shadow and why storytelling is one of the most effective ways to help both kids and adults confront self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the negative voices that keep people stuck. Along the way, he connects all of it back to faith, purpose, and the belief that even one meaningful conversation can change someone's direction. Olaolu Ogunyemi is a US Marine officer, award-winning author, and leadership mentor. He is the founder of *Parent-Child-Connect*, where he creates resources for parents, teachers, mentors, and caregivers who want to raise the next generation with purpose. Essential listening if you care about becoming a better leader, parent, or mentor - and if you want a practical reminder that the most powerful leadership often starts by serving first, listening well, and simply doing something. Connect with Olaolu Ogunyemi and enjoy his free resources via https://parent-child-connect.com/free... LinkedIn   / olaolu-ogunyemi-465ba453   Instagram   / olaolu.ogunyemi   YouTube https://youtube.com/@olaoluogunyemi?s... X https://x.com/Olaolu_Ogunyemi And also Facebook   / olaolu.ogunyemi