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In this episode of The Phoenix Prosperity Podcast, host Tim Fergestad sits down with Derek Lundsten, President and Chief Culture Officer of Lifeguides. Lifeguides is a unique platform that connects people facing life challenges with mentors who have been through similar experiences. Whether it’s becoming a new parent, transitioning from military to civilian life, or dealing with caregiving responsibilities, Lifeguides offers a human-centered approach to support and guidance.
Derek shares the inspiration behind Lifeguides and how the company is filling the gap left by traditional support systems. He discusses the platform’s peer-to-peer model, the role of technology in creating meaningful human connections, and the impact of intentional community-building.
Tim and Derek also explore how Phoenix has become a hub for Lifeguides and why it’s an ideal place to foster innovation and conscious leadership. Derek opens up about the challenges of growing the company, the lessons he’s learned as an entrepreneur, and Lifeguides’ ambitious vision to positively impact a billion people worldwide.
In this episode, you'll learn:
✅ How Lifeguides is creating a world where no one navigates life alone
✅ The power of peer mentorship in overcoming life’s challenges
✅ Why Phoenix is a growing hub for innovation and conscious leadership
✅ How Lifeguides balances technology with real human connection
✅ Derek’s personal journey as an entrepreneur and what success looks like for him
Whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader looking to support your team, or simply someone seeking guidance from those who’ve walked your path, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.
---------------------------------------------------- Interested in being part of this? Please visit our guest invitation page where you can learn more and fill out a brief questionnaire to get started: https://phoenixprosperitypodcast.com/guest It’s going to be enlightening and, most importantly, a lot of fun. I’d love for you to be a part of it!
