{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ryan Leak | Speaker and Best Selling Author | How to Work With Complicated People and Live Generously","description":"From receiving life-altering generosity in his youth to helping global audiences navigate complicated people and personal growth\u2014Ryan Leak\u2019s journey is one of resilience, faith, and intentional leadership. In this episode, Ryan shares the early experiences that shaped his calling, how generosity became a family legacy, and why working well with others starts with owning your own complexities. A sought-after speaker, content creator, and the author of Leveling Up and Chasing Failure, Ryan\u2019s newest book How to Work With Complicated People offers a deeply practical roadmap for thriving in diverse workplaces. Drawing from personal stories, biblical principles, and years of executive coaching, Ryan helps us rethink how we view conflict, collaboration, and character. Whether you're leading a team, navigating difficult relationships, or trying to grow in self-awareness, Ryan\u2019s wisdom will shift your mindset and challenge your assumptions about leadership, giving, and grace. \u201cIf everybody else doesn\u2019t change, it doesn\u2019t mean I can\u2019t.\u201d \u2013 Ryan Leak \u201cNobody believes they\u2019re the toxic one. But the truth is, we\u2019re all complicated.\u201d \u2013 Ryan Leak \u201cIf you make your life about giving more than getting, you\u2019ll always have the life you actually want.\u201d \u2013 Ryan Leak This Week on The Wow Factor:  How a stranger\u2019s generosity kept Ryan in private school\u2014and changed his trajectory The values of giving without keeping score Why \u201cworking with complicated people\u201d starts with personal reflection How to lead with grace and expect humanity, not perfection The inspiration behind Ryan\u2019s book and how it\u2019s designed to help workplaces thrive What Cornelius in the Bible taught Ryan about inclusive leadership The discipline of creating content that adds value\u2014whether in 60 minutes or 60 seconds Why Ryan\u2019s favorite act of generosity is paying off someone\u2019s debt with one phrase: \u201cNot anymore\u201d  Ryan Leak\u2019s Word of Wisdom: If you make your life about giving more than getting, you\u2019ll always have the life you actually want. Whether it's your time, resources, encouragement, or presence\u2014when you walk into every room looking to give rather than receive, you shift not only the environment but your own fulfillment. Giving isn\u2019t about keeping score. It\u2019s about creating impact that outlives you. Connect with Ryan Leak:  Ryan Leak\u2019s Website Ryan Leak\u2019s LinkedIn Ryan Leak\u2019s YouTube Ryan Leak\u2019s Instagram Ryan Leak\u2019s Facebook Ryan Leak\u2019s TikTok  The Ryan Leak Podcast How To Work With Complicated People  Connect with The Wow Factor:&amp;nbsp;  WOW Factor Website&amp;nbsp; Brad Formsma on LinkedIn &amp;nbsp; Brad Formsma on Instagram &amp;nbsp; Brad Formsma on Facebook &amp;nbsp; X (formerly Twitter) &amp;nbsp;  ","author_name":"The Wow Factor","author_url":"https:\/\/www.thewowfactorpodcast.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36834945\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/36834945"}