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OneSharpSwordAuthor: Dr. Wayne Pernell, CEO and Founder, DynamicLeader, Inc.
Most people live their lives using a dull blade, hoping to make it through to another day. Even a thousand dull blades would be no match for One Sharp Sword! One Sharp Sword is about breaking free and cutting through the veil that holds us back from living fully into our own truth. Who would you be if you weren't listening to someone else's voice? What job or career path would you be on? Where might you be living? Who would you surround yourself with? What would you eat? What music would you listen to? Better still, what music would you play? Dr. Pernell (also known as "Dr. P") brings you his insights and interviews guests who have had their own significant breakthroughs. Here, you're certain to come away inspired, ready to sharpen your sword. Be sure to get your weekly breakthrough with Dr. P, every Tuesday right here! One Sharp Sword! Language: en Genres: Business, Education, Management, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Interview with Alex Freeman
Monday, 8 December, 2025
In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with global finance and operations leader Alexander J. Freeman, whose journey spans continents, cultures, and some of the world’s most influential companies. Born in a country that no longer exists, Alex moved from Odessa → Italy → Texas → Moscow → New York → Austin — building a remarkable career with Citigroup, Visa, Dell, American Express, HID Global, and more. His story is rich with insight about leadership, resilience, risk-taking, and the power of leaning into discomfort. If you’re a leader, an aspiring leader, or someone who knows they’re meant for more, this conversation will inspire you to stretch, grow, and rethink what’s possible. 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why stepping into discomfort is the key to accelerating your growth How mentorship shapes leadership — and how to become a better mentor The real reason people follow great leaders (and why they leave bad ones) How Alex staffs his teams at 80% capacity to prevent burnout The rituals he uses to create presence and calm before big moments The leadership mindset shift that turns “failure” into feedback What Alex learned from international roles that shaped his success Why teaching is a powerful form of legacy
