In this powerful episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, host Kevin McNulty sits down with leadership expert, author, and Air Force veteran John Bentley to explore what it truly means to lead yourself first.Drawing from his book, I Lead Me: Mastering the Act of Self-Leadership to Create the Life You Desire, John shares his journey from personal struggle to transformation — revealing how faith, trust, and intentional action can help you lead with clarity and purpose.Whether you’re leading a team, your family, or simply striving to grow as a person, this conversation will inspire you to take ownership of your choices, deepen your faith, and live with greater confidence and integrity.What You’ll Learn

• How self-leadership starts with self-awareness
• The link between faith and personal growth
• Turning pain into purpose and transformation
• How behavior and trust build influence
• The daily mindset of “I Lead Me”

About John BentleyJohn Bentley is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Power 2 Transform and You Are a Gift Foundation. His work helps people discover their God-given value and purpose through self-leadership, trust, and emotional intelligence.Book: I Lead Me: Mastering the Act of Self-Leadership to Create the Life You DesireWebsite: https://ileadme.usFoundation: https://youareagift.comConnect with Kevin McNulty & the Grow Yourself Podcast

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Timestamps 00:00 – Intro01:10 – What self-leadership really means05:45 – John Bentley’s journey through faith and transformation12:30 – “I Lead Me” mindset in daily life20:15 – Building trust through behavior28:40 – Living with purpose and humility40:00 – Final thoughts