The Destiny Development Model: How to Transform Your Life When Everything Falls Apart
December 2, 2025
Leadership Isn't About Results. It's About Inspiring People to Reclaim Their Lives
In this episode of The Big Hitters podcast, host Larry Weidel sits down with Donzel Leggett, 32-year leadership veteran and author of *Make Your Destiny Happen*, to discuss how transformational leadership creates lasting organizational impact, how to navigate personal and professional setbacks, and why individual development must precede team performance.
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#Make Your Destiny Happen: Leadership Lessons from Real-World Experience
What if the secret to transformational success wasn't found in theory, but in the lived experience of someone who's led thousands across the globe? In this episode, host Larry Weidel sits down with Donzel Leggett, author of *Make Your Destiny Happen*, to explore why individual leadership matters more than corporate results, how listening to people unlocks their potential, and the key strategies to build resilience when storms inevitably come. Drawing from 32 years of experience, including scaling operations across nine countries and overcoming devastating setbacks. Donzel shares the exact model he uses to help people take control of their lives and achieve what matters most to them. Whether you're a CEO, a team member, or someone feeling stuck, this conversation is packed with real stories and actionable frameworks to help you become the leader of your own destiny.
What You'll Learn:
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#Make Your Destiny Happen: Leadership Lessons from Real-World Experience
What if the secret to transformational success wasn't found in theory, but in the lived experience of someone who's led thousands across the globe? In this episode, host Larry Weidel sits down with Donzel Leggett, author of *Make Your Destiny Happen*, to explore why individual leadership matters more than corporate results, how listening to people unlocks their potential, and the key strategies to build resilience when storms inevitably come. Drawing from 32 years of experience, including scaling operations across nine countries and overcoming devastating setbacks. Donzel shares the exact model he uses to help people take control of their lives and achieve what matters most to them. Whether you're a CEO, a team member, or someone feeling stuck, this conversation is packed with real stories and actionable frameworks to help you become the leader of your own destiny.
What You'll Learn:
- How to shift leadership focus from company results to individual aspirations
- Why listening to frontline employees creates competitive advantage
- The Destiny Development and Delta Model framework
- How to rebuild after catastrophic failure
- Why universal leadership principles fail without context
- How to take personal ownership of your life regardless of position
Donzel Leggett is a leadership consultant and author with over 32 years of experience in organizational development and transformational leadership. With a background in engineering and operations management, Leggett has successfully led teams across multiple continents, from Iowa to Mexico, Canada, China, Brazil, and India, managing operations with up to 9,000 employees across 40 facilities. He is the author of *Make Your Destiny Happen: Take Control of Your Life with the Destiny Development and Delta Model for Transformational Success*, which distills his real-world experiences into practical frameworks for personal and professional transformation. In this episode, Leggett shares proven strategies for inspiring and mobilizing diverse teams, navigating business challenges, and taking ownership of your life's direction, offering actionable insights for leaders and individuals looking to create meaningful, lasting change. His approach to leadership, grounded in genuine human connection and individual development, has helped organizations achieve dramatic results while transforming workplace culture.
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