📋 Episode Summary
In this warm and reflective season finale, Marc and Emily close out Season 3 by looking back at the conversations, surprises, and throughlines that emerged. From getting their first live Christmas tree in two decades to reflecting on the grief and growth that shaped their year, they offer a candid behind-the-scenes look at how the season unfolded.

They talk about the intention behind creating a story arc, the joy of unexpected episodes, and how Concord Leadership Group is more than just a name—it's a shared vision of harmony and wholehearted leadership. Plus, they preview hopes (and side quests!) for Season 4 and 2026.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Most podcasts don't make it past 3 or 20 episodes—finishing Season 3 is a milestone worth celebrating.
• Conversations around grief, transition, and rest shaped this season in unseen but powerful ways.
• Planned arcs are great—but spontaneous questions often spark the best episodes.
• "Concord" means harmony—and that resonance is core to their life and leadership work.
• 2026 will bring themes of legacy, hardwiring, coaching, and living into one's vision.
• Leaders don't need to bottle hope—they need space to be seen and grow at their own pace.

🗣 Quote Highlights

"This season was not a color I could name—and not a sock yarn pattern either. But there were threads that came through." – Emily
"We've never been answer holders. We say, 'Here's my understanding—tell me what you think.'" – Emily
"Don't keep digging up the seed. It's part of the process." – Marc
"Perfectly imperfect—that's us." – Emily
"The shortest way is often the long way." – Marc
"We get to be part of a vision. A wholehearted approach to life." – Emily
"May there be light and color, and comfort and joy." – Emily

🧰 Tools & Mentions

• 📚 Legendborn & Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn
• 🌲 Live Christmas tree (first in 20+ years... with cats!)
• 🧶 Yarn metaphors: solid, variegated, sock yarn
• 💻 ConcordLeadershipGroup.com & Emily's blog post on "Concord"
• 📰 Jeff Gibbard's Infinite Impact Newsletter
• 🧭 Coaching conversations around values, legacy, and intentional leadership
• 🧠 Magnetized 2026 cohort—ongoing growth and goal setting

👥 Who Should Listen

• Longtime fans who want a wrap-up and peek behind the scenes
• Leaders navigating grief, life transitions, or legacy work
• Coaches, founders, and partners building a vision together
• Listeners who value curiosity, humility, and meaningful conversation
• Anyone looking for a reminder that they're not alone—and still figuring it out, too

🎺 That Music!
Special thanks to Lexi Moreno, Caleb Pitman, and Zoe Czarnecki for the original music.
Lexi Moreno – composing / mixing / mastering / guitar
Caleb Pitman – composing / mixing / trumpet
Zoe Czarnecki – bass