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Leadership Sovereignty Podcast
Leadership Sovereignty Podcast
The Leadership Sovereignty Podcast, hosted by Ralph E. Owens II and co-hosted by Terry Baylor, is a career acceleration platform. We deliver real-world leadership strategies that help listeners: • Increase influence • Navigate workplace politics with integrity • Make high-impact decisions • Position themselves for promotion • Lead with confidence under pressure Our conversations are direct, strategic, and rooted in practical execution — not theory. Every episode is designed to help listeners move from being overlooked to being promoted.
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Leadership Sovereignty Podcast

Career Growth Strategies

Leadership isn't just a skill — it's a career strategy.

The Leadership Sovereignty Podcast helps high-performing professionals stop feeling overlooked and start positioning themselves for growth, influence, and promotion.

Hosted by Ralph E. Owens II, Chief Information Officer, and Terry Baylor, CEO of a healthcare technology startup, the podcast delivers practical, real-world leadership strategies you can apply immediately — whether you're navigating corporate dynamics, preparing for a …

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Recent Episodes

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What Do You Do When Your Boss Becomes the Problem?
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July 13, 2026

What Do You Do When Your Boss Becomes the Problem?

Lawrence Scott graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point — one of the most elite institutions in the world. He excelled in academics, athletics, and communication. Then one professor nearly dismantled everything. In this episode, Lawrence joins host Ralph E. Owens II and co-host Terry Baylor to share the leadership principles he forged through that experience — and what happened when a second professor did the exact opposite. This is a conversation about identity under pres
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Replaced in a Week: Why Purpose Must Outlast Your Position
Physically Present, Emotionally Absent: The Leadership Gap Destroying Your Influence
The Prudent Leader: How to Make Wise Decisions Under Pressure Before Your Career Pays the Price
The Pressure to Perform: When Athletes and Professionals Break
Why You're Not Getting Promoted (And What to Do About It)
The Focus Crisis: How to Say No at Work and Get Promoted for It
Ruthless Priorities: How to Get Promoted by Focusing on High-Impact Work
The Focus Crisis: How to Separate the Urgent from the Important and Accelerate Your Career
Responding vs. Reacting: How Emotional Awareness Protects Your Leadership and Your Career
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Reviews

Inspiring Leadership
This podcast does a good job blending inspiration with practical insights. Conversation is authentic and well structured. Providing real world strategies and stories that any leader can apply to life.
  • Ronald
  • Sept. 2, 2025
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Leading with Curiosity When Lives Depend on it
This podcast is incredibly timely for me, consistently offering valuable insights for my current leadership role. You are doing an excellent job.
  • Regina Johson
  • Dec. 3, 2025
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Weekly Dosage of Leadership Coaching
This podcast is my weekly dose of leadership training that I look forward to learning from. The hosts and guests are always open to sharing their own vulnerable stories which has already helped me in navigating my career journey. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone on a leadership journey or wanting to grow in their career in general.
  • Jasmine Owens
  • Aug. 23, 2025
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Love the message
Love the show and the messages that Mr. Owens and Mr. Baylor discuss. The guests are always amazing. The topics are relatable and very helpful not only from a leadership perspective, but also as a father who is just trying to figure it all out.
  • Matt
  • Aug. 23, 2025
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These guys are great! I am fortunate to know…
I have had the honor of working with both Ralph and Terry for a large power company for many years. Seldom do you get an opportunity to work with such good men with a great work ethic that are constantly trying to raise the bar for themselves and help all of those around them. I have seen both put into leadership roles and thrive with the teams they built with a keen focus on understanding business needs, how their roles fit into the puzzle, and then got to watch them drive real business val
  • Michael Harbman
  • Aug. 22, 2025
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Highly recommended!
Leadership sovereignty is a must-listen for both new and seasoned professionals. It's insightful, challenging, and encouraging, offering valuable tips and tools that can positively impact your professional and personal life. Whether you're looking to sharpen your leadership skills or gain fresh perspectives, each episode delivers actionable advice that resonates across experience levels.
  • Favored_1ne
  • Aug. 20, 2024
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Recent Blog Posts

Protecting Your Professional Confidence When Your Manager Undermines Your Work
July 13, 2026

Protecting Your Professional Confidence When Your Manager Undermines Your Work

What do you do when the person responsible for developing you is the one holding you back? On Episode 186 of The Leadership Sovereignty Podcast, host Ralph E. Owens II and co-host Terry Baylor sit down with Lawrence Scott — graduate of the Uni…
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Beyond Knowing: Why Curiosity is a Leader's Secret Weapon
June 13, 2026

Beyond Knowing: Why Curiosity is a Leader's Secret Weapon

Welcome back to the blog, where we dive deeper into the topics that shape our conversations on the podcast. In our latest episode, "The Power of the Question: How Curiosity Becomes Your Greatest Leadership Weapon," we explored a fundamental shift th…
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The Prudent Man Model: Scaling Character Beyond Your Position
June 1, 2026

The Prudent Man Model: Scaling Character Beyond Your Position

True leadership impact extends far beyond your current role. Discover how the 'Prudent Man' model offers a framework for cultivating a lasting 'ripple effect of character,' ensuring your values and principles influence your organization long after y…
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