Ever wondered how to leverage your unique strengths to propel yourself to success? Austin J. Franklin, a nationally acclaimed speaker and author, illuminates how his "five more minutes" principle and concept of hidden credentials paved the way for his triumph over academic struggles. He shares intimate snippets of his journey with us, encouraging listeners to discover and tap into their own innate qualities that bridge the gap between perceived weaknesses and strengths. Franklin is the founder of Good Natured Life, a company infused with kindness, friendliness, and patience (KFP) that illuminates the intersection of entrepreneurship and faith, building to the power of shared visions - a lesson he learnt from his mother, who is now the president of his company.  Finally, we delve into a profound exploration of faith, race, and leadership. Unpacking themes from his book, "The Difference Maker Leader," our guest presents five timeless principles for effective leadership. Highlighting the importance of vision as the bedrock of leadership, he underscores the need for adaptability, emotional intelligence, and growth positioning. This conversation is a call to action to embrace uncertainty and change, offering tools to transform disadvantage into advantage. Don't miss out on this episode—it's sure to fuel your journey towards self-improvement and leadership development. www.goodnaturedlife.com #abovethenoise24 # faith #reconciliation #race racialreconciliation Stay in touch: Email us at: [email protected] Facebook: @abovethenoise24 Instagram: abovethenoise_gm Podcast art by Mario Christie.