Level Up Academy by Dr. Leyland
Welcome to our podcast about leveling up in many industries. where we explore the latest trends and strategies to help individuals succeed in their journey. We also provide support to our students, faculty, and individuals. We believe that continuous learning and improvement are key to achieving success, and that's why we've invited expert guests, including educators, business leaders, social media experts, authors, and coaches, to share their insights and best practices on how to engage students and help them reach their full potential. We also provide ideas for business entrepreneurs on how to level themselves through exchanging stories and added-value conversations. From innovative teaching methods and technology to leadership and personal development, our podcast covers a wide range of topics to help students thrive in their academic and professional careers. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of higher education and student engagement, and discover the tools and techniques that can make a difference in your life.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 142
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
A student perspective on the journey to self-discovery: Josh Sanchez
In this episode of Level Up Academy's podcast, our conversation with Josh Sanchez, a master student, it reveals to us how one's journey of self-discovery leads to multiple opportunities to get to kno…
A registered nurse turned entrepreneur: Michele Thompson
Michele Thompson comes from a humble beginning. She strived to be the best at whatever she does. Through her adversity and professional experience, she found her passion for helping others through cr…
A student's journey to self-discovery, creating a company, and her college Life: Ishani Behl
Ishani Behl is a curious person who was born in new Delhi, India from an amazing parents. She grew up being told that she needs to be independent, stay curious, and do what you love. From this upbrin…
An Australian Rugby player, turned lawyer, Chaplain, and professor: Ben Cooper
He is a first generation graduate in his family. His goal was to always go to London. He has practiced litigation law both in London and Australia and ended up going to school in Texas, USA at Baylor…
A CEO who changed companies in 30 countries within 30 years: Bret Packard
This podcast is full of inspirational adversities and tips on how to increase your potential both as a personal journey and as a business leader. Bret has been managing over 2000 employees. In this p…
An inspiring business leader showing grit, commitment, and resilience: Dr. Dufresne
He has a great background of grit, commitment, and resilience. He was let go at middle school and didn't do so well in High School but with a help of a teacher who believes in him and his capabilitie…
A fellow educator's dream to help out others: Adva Hanan
Adva was once a K-12 educator. She never felt that she fit in within the institution so she tried to figure out what she is passionate about. Within that journey, she found that she wanted to support…
Leadership conversation~ It is okay not to have a plan and just go with the flow-Billy Lahr
This conversation was so refreshing to have. Billy talks about how it is okay not to have a plan with your life but be intentional on everything that you do. Much like leadership, we can have many sk…
Creating Opportunities through maximizing your journey: Scott Miller
Scott is a certified leadership coach with over 30 years of professional experience as a coach, teacher, and facilitator. He has taught people to skydive, trained volunteers at a tiger rescue sanctua…
A highly functioning Cisco Program Manager to an ADHD Life Coach: Shane Thrapp
Meet my next guest, Shane Thrapp. In this episode we talked about how his journey from a Program Manager to becoming an adult ADHD Life and Career coach happened. First we went through his journey of…
Added value conversation from award winning author: Denise Oster Dehn
For over 15 years, Denise has helped hundreds of clients expand their brilliance and discover what they are destined to be. Her message, teachings, experience, knowledge and coaching have eliminated…
An inspiring Millennial who created the "Millennial black box" book: Francis Malalis
In this episode with Level Up Academy, I have talked to Francis about leadership and tools to add value to our community. Her bio speaks for itself.
From being an active student leader to now, nationa…
An architect, a teacher, and an entrepreneur: Eduardo Loquinario
Eduardo grew up and went to school in the Philippines. He has now migrated to the U.S. and teach several subjects but his passion lies in architecture. He has high hopes for the future of his student…
Leadership from a different perspective by: Urmi
Urmi has a passion for the Finance Industry. But it didn't start that way. She took some business classes and didn't really like it. But she had loved at first class when she took a class for financ…
Transforming from an Instructor to an Instructional Designer (ID) to a Manager of ID's. Heidi Kirby
Heidi started as a college professor. After her son was born, she needed a consistent work schedule from 9-5. Instead she ended up working retail. Then she went back to school to get her PhD in Instr…
A dream yesterday could be a reality today: With a Grateful Heart- Chris Page
At a young age of 9, Dr. Page has had 3 jobs and at age 13, he had an accident that put him in the burn unit for awhile. While there, he had dream big and believed in himself of creating a living thr…
A live Discussion about: Human Centric Leadership, Grit, Failure and Self-Awareness
I want you all to know that I had a great time recording this interview with Zavahir, Jospeh, and Jason. We did our first LinkedIn LIVE discussing the four elements that we all hear all the time toss…
Inspiring the World isn't easy: One inspiring wall street journalist turn VP of Literacy Curriculum
For all my young listeners out there and for those who are transitioning or thinking of transitioning your careers out there, here is an inspiring leader who went from being a wall street journalist …
After 20 years of not going to School: Academic Journey by Valentine Watts
She has always dreamed of going to college, but life took her into a different route. As a mother of two, she had to take care of her babies and now she has the chance to take her of herself. Her dr…
An inspirational journey: 30 days to live-Cancer and Death in the family cannot stop Jessica Gabrielson
Cancer, Death of her best friend and being told you have 30 days to live is a nightmare that most people can't even imagine let alone live it. Education has created a way for her to stay inspired and…