How is a lack of clarity keeping you stuck?
Summary
If you’ve ever felt disoriented after a major transition—whether stepping out of a role, shifting careers, or simply shedding an outdated version of yourself—this episode will hit home in a big way.
In his conversation with Lewis Howes, leadership strategist Brad Lomenick breaks down the distinction between your identity, calling, and assignment—a framework that can be a total game-changer for leaders like you who are navigating growth, reinvention, or redefining success on your own terms.
This episode isn’t about how to climb faster or do more. It’s about how to lead with unwavering clarity, humility, and conviction—even when the external markers of success are changing.
Brad’s “H3 Leadership” framework—Humble, Hungry, Hustle—challenges the outdated hustle-at-all-costs narrative and instead invites you to lead with intentionality, discipline, and values-centered ambition.
He shares:
- How to lead with confident humility—the sweet spot where ambition and service meet
- Why calling (your why) is the hinge between who you are and what you do
- How to decouple your identity from your assignment so that transitions don’t trigger crisis
- The importance of rituals, reflection, and gratitude as grounding forces for values-driven leadership
- Why hungry leaders never coast—and how growth-minded leaders balance innovation with sustainability
- How real leaders take ownership of their influence before the title, the platform, or the recognition arrives
If you’ve ever asked:
- What do I do now that my role has changed?
- How do I stay grounded in success without becoming ego-driven?
- Am I really leading from my values, or just keeping up appearances?
This episode is your mirror—and your map.
Note: This summary is intended to support reflection and discussion on intentional living and leadership.
Key Takeaways
- Leadership = Influence (not title or authority)
- Your identity is who you are. Your calling is why you’re here. Your assignment is what you do. Don’t confuse them.
- Confidence and humility are not opposites—they’re partners.
- Great leaders reflect praise and absorb critique.
- Rituals of gratitude and self-awareness are key to staying grounded.
Where to Listen
Shared Resources
- Brad’s book, "H3 Leadership: Be Humble. Stay Hungry. Always Hustle."
- H3Leadership.com
- BradLomenick.com
Reflection Prompts
"What’s your current assignment—and are you mistaking it for your identity?"
- Brad Lomenick distinguishes between identity (who you are), calling (why you’re here), and assignment (what you do right now). Assignments are meant to shift and evolve—but when we attach our worth or sense of self to them, transitions can trigger unnecessary crisis or self-doubt. This question invites clarity: Are you defining yourself by your title, your company, your role—or by something deeper and more unshakable?
- Why this matters: Leaders at a crossroads often feel lost not because they lack purpose, but because they’ve fused it too tightly with a temporary assignment—and untangling that can unlock renewed direction.
- Why this matters: Leaders at a crossroads often feel lost not because they lack purpose, but because they’ve fused it too tightly with a temporary assignment—and untangling that can unlock renewed direction.
"Which of Brad’s “H3” values (humble, hungry, hustle) do you want to embody more deeply?"
- Brad shares that these three postures—humble (lead with others in mind), hungry (never stop learning), and hustle (take action with intensity and purpose)—create the foundation for lasting influence. Many high-achievers already practice one or two instinctively, but neglecting even one can create imbalance (e.g., hustle without humility = burnout; humility without hunger = stagnation).
- Why this matters: Self-aware leaders make better decisions and shape healthier cultures; reflecting on where they’re over- or under-expressing these traits creates powerful openings for more sustainable and values-aligned impact.
- Why this matters: Self-aware leaders make better decisions and shape healthier cultures; reflecting on where they’re over- or under-expressing these traits creates powerful openings for more sustainable and values-aligned impact.
"Where can you “let your ego leak” in service of uplifting others around you?"
- “Let your ego leak” means intentionally using your platform, voice, or influence to spotlight others—not in performative praise, but in real recognition that decentralizes your power and multiplies it. Whether it’s hyping up your team publicly or mentoring someone behind the scenes, this is leadership that scales trust and credibility.
- Why this matters: For leaders committed to integrity and service, influence isn’t just about being seen—it’s about amplifying others without shrinking themselves, creating a ripple effect of empowered leadership.
Additional Resources
- Audiobook: "The Catalyst Leader" by Brad Lomenick
- Journal Prompt: "What would it look like to lead with both confidence and humility in my current season?"
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Invitation to Integrate
You don’t need a new title to lead with more power—you need a deeper commitment to who you already are.
This week, choose one H3 value to embody with intention. Name your current assignment. And ask yourself: What would it look like to lead it like a calling—without mistaking it for your identity?
Because the most magnetic leaders aren’t waiting for clarity.
They’re becoming it.
So—what if now is the moment to align your vision, values, and next bold move?
If that feels true for you, and you’re ready to fine-tune your roadmap for becoming the leader of your dreams, schedule a call with Sam Jump—a space to get clear on what’s calling you forward, what’s in your way, and how to lead with second-guessing and self-doubt in the rearview.
