In this kickoff episode, host Donald C. Kunkel Jr. — founder of the Elite Leadership Center™ and author of The Foundations of Influence — shares his leadership journey, the story behind the TECCA Influence System™, and why leadership isn’t about rank or title… it’s about influence.

You’ll learn how his experience in the military, coaching, and organizational leadership shaped the Five Foundations of Influence™: Trust, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Credibility, and Adaptability.

This podcast is designed for leaders at all levels — from the boardroom to the front lines — and each episode will provide actionable insights based on real-world experience and field-tested leadership frameworks.

Whether you're coaching teams, leading change, or just trying to show up better at work and at home… you're in the right place.

🎧 What to expect:

• A research-backed leadership model built for action
• Stories from the field that shaped real influence
• How to strengthen trust, culture, and communication
• Why blind spot awareness is key to better leadership

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Leadership is influence in action — every day, in every relationship. Let’s build it together.

Elite Leader Insights is hosted by Donald C. Kunkel Jr., founder of the Elite Leadership Center, author of The Foundations of Influence: The Power to Lead and Inspire, and creator of the TECCA Influence System

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