What does it mean to be ready to pursue growth? Should we pursue growth when we don't feel ready? And how do we achieve optimal growth by readying ourselves for everything that comes with it? The Growth Ready Podcast seeks to form a true appreciation for all facets of the growth process as we learn from high performers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Hosted by Steve Mellor, a seasoned high-performance executive coach and former US Olympic swim coach, each episode explores t ...
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Hosts Lee Povey and Steve Mellor are two high-performance coaches with a passion to position founders and business leaders to pursue the best version of themselves. This podcast provides a support system for those operating in the high-stakes world of business ownership and leadership through honest and vulnerable conversations about the areas you deal with most.
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Episode 269: Why Growth Demands Grit, Honesty, and a Personal Code with Ric Moylan
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1:12:45👤 Guest Bio: Ric Moylan is a high-performance coach, speaker, and founder of Charity Boxing Nights and Reset Summit. With a background in elite boxing and martial arts, Ric brings a unique lens to personal and professional growth, bridging lessons from combat sports into boardrooms, businesses, and everyday life. His coaching philosophy is grounded…
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Episode 268: The Real Risk Is Staying the Same: Embracing Change with Debra Bradley
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55:02About the Guest: Debra Bradley is a seasoned fractional CFO and innovation strategist who specializes in guiding companies through transformative growth. With a career steeped in finance, risk assessment, and technological adoption, Debra is known for her bold yet calculated approach to change. Whether it's advising on AI implementation or recalibr…
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Episode 020: From Triggered to Trusted - Mastering Emotional Regulation as a Leader
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39:54Lee Povey and Steve Mellor are leadership coaches and hosts of The Founders Catalyst, a podcast dedicated to helping founders, executives, and rising leaders navigate the complexities of personal and professional growth. With decades of combined experience in elite sports, executive coaching, and team development, Lee and Steve offer real-world ins…
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Episode 267: Living with Intention & Leaving a Legacy with Tamara Jackson
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55:50About the Guest: Tamara “Tam” Jackson is a business strategist, speaker, and host of The Beacon Show. With two decades of corporate experience and a passion for empowering faith-driven leaders, Tam helps others navigate purpose, calling, and impact. Her work bridges the gap between faith and business, showing that success in the marketplace can als…
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Episode 019: Ego, Authenticity, and Leadership: Knowing Yourself to Lead Others
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39:56In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, Lee and Steve dive into the elusive and complex nature of ego... what it really is, how it forms, and why understanding it is essential for great leadership. They explore how ego shapes our perception of ourselves and others, its conscious vs. unconscious effects, and the journey from defensive…
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Episode 266: Branding, Luck, and the Power of Yes with John Fareed
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1:05:20About the Guest: John Fareed is the Global Chairman of Horwath HTL, the world's largest and most established hotel, tourism, and leisure advisory firm. But before becoming a leader in global hospitality consulting, John was a U.S. Marine, a professional magician, and a young radio DJ. With a career marked by bold pivots and relentless curiosity, Jo…
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Episode 265: Growth, Failure, and the Power of Followership with Dr. Chris Fuzie
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55:57About the Guest: Dr. Chris Fuzie is an educator, leadership expert, and the President of the National Leaderology Association. With a doctorate in Education and Organizational Leadership and 30 years of experience as a police officer, Dr. Fuzie brings a rare blend of real-world leadership, academic rigor, and an innovative approach to organizationa…
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Episode 264: Motion Before Emotion: The Real Work Behind Peak Performance with Chris Vasami
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52:46About the Guest: Chris Vasami is a former All-American baseball player turned elite performance coach and keynote speaker. With years of experience mentoring athletes, executives, and high-performing teams, Chris helps people build mental and physical resilience, navigate failure, and align daily actions with long-term goals. His personal journey, …
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Episode 018: Why High Performers Burn Out and What to Do About It
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37:23What happens when two high-performance coaches admit they're not walking their own talk? This raw and revealing episode is an honest look into the burnout cycle that even the most disciplined leaders can fall into. Steve and Lee unpack how their carefully curated schedules have spiraled into overwhelm, despite their best intentions, and what that s…
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Episode 263: From Pain to Possibility: The Power of Radical Ownership with Jason Moss
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43:01About the Guest: Jason Moss is a high-performance coach and business strategist who specializes in helping entrepreneurs scale their online businesses with clarity, confidence, and purpose. With over a decade of experience and having invested more than $200,000 in his own personal development, Jason brings a unique blend of real-world results and d…
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Episode 017: The Art of Feedback: Leading with Truth, Timing, and Trust
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33:34In this real and relatable chat, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey get into one of the trickiest, but most important, parts of being a strong leader: giving feedback that actually helps people grow. They talk about how to share hard truths without breaking trust, and why the relationship behind the message matters just as much as the message itself. Wheth…
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Episode 262: Alignment Over Everything: Unlocking True Business Growth with Philippe Bouissou, PhD
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39:11👤 About the Guest: Philippe Bouissou is a seasoned entrepreneur, growth expert, and former Apple executive who worked directly with Steve Jobs. With a PhD in physics and over 35 years of experience across 23 boards, Philippe is the founder of Blue Dots Partners and author of the critically acclaimed book Aligning the Dots. He specializes in helping…
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Episode 261: Finding the Right Balance for Growth with Dr. Denis Cauvier
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50:19About the Guest: Dr. Denis Cauvier is a globally recognized expert in leadership, personal growth, and executive coaching. With nearly 40 years of experience, he has worked in over 60 countries, authored 26 books (with more on the way), and has been a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor to top executives. Recently named one of the Top Executiv…
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Episode 260: The Mental Conditioning Playbook with Collin Henderson
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1:04:14About the Guest: Collin Henderson is a high-performance coach, speaker, and the founder of Master Your Mindset, where he helps athletes, executives, and leaders build mental toughness and confidence. A former college athlete turned top-performing sales professional, Collin took his passion for mindset coaching and built a platform that trains peopl…
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Episode 016: Do I Really Need a Coach? Breaking Through Resistance and Finding the Right Fit
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41:11About the Episode In this raw and insightful conversation, hosts Steve Mellor and Lee Povey unpack the deeply personal and professional journey of understanding the true value of coaching. Whether you're a seasoned founder, an emerging leader, or someone curious about personal development, this episode dives into the why, when, and how of finding t…
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Episode 259: Leaning Into Imperfect Action with Kristin Gutierrez
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49:15About the Guest: Kristin Gutierrez is a sales expert turned entrepreneur who helps coaches, consultants, and course creators package their expertise into high-value offers—without burning out in implementation. After an unexpected layoff from her six-figure VP of Sales role in 2023, she pivoted immediately, landing her first consulting client the s…
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Episode 258: Leading with Purpose: Craig Coyle on Overcoming Resistance and Building Resilient Teams
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55:27About the Guest: Craig Coyle is a former Apache helicopter pilot, West Point graduate, and leadership expert. After serving in the military and transitioning to the aerospace industry, Craig saw firsthand the recurring leadership and workforce challenges organizations face. He founded Operation Lead, a company that helps businesses navigate leaders…
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Episode 015: Consultant, Mentor, or Coach? Knowing What You Need
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46:52In this episode, Steve and Lee dive deep into the key differences between consultants, mentors, and coaches—three very distinct roles that often get confused. They explore when and why you might need each, how they can complement one another, and the importance of understanding what kind of support best serves your business, leadership, and persona…
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Episode 257: Beyond Resilience: How to Recover from Burnout and Build Bounce Back Ability with Cait Donovan
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57:08About the Guest Cait Donovan is a burnout recovery expert, acupuncturist, speaker, and host of Fried the Burnout Podcast. With a background in Chinese medicine and a deep understanding of resilience, Cait helps high performers recognize, recover from, and prevent burnout by cultivating self-awareness, setting boundaries, and redefining success. Abo…
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Episode 256: The Power of Resilience: Kenneth Lo on Facing Adversity, AI, and Growth
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52:27About the Guest: Kenneth Lo is a two-time world championship track cyclist turned AI strategist and entrepreneur. As the co-founder of Zen Business AI, he helps organizations leverage artificial intelligence to scale operations and optimize growth. However, Kenneth’s most profound journey in recent years has been a deeply personal one - facing an u…
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Episode 014: Unlocking a Fulfilling Life: The Nine Boxes Method
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39:20In this episode of The Founders Catalyst, hosts Steve Mellor and Lee Povey take on a seemingly massive topic - how to live a complete and fulfilling life by breaking it down into a simple yet powerful exercise: the Nine Box Life Framework. Lee introduces this life-changing tool, inspired by Susan Jeffers’ Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway, and explain…
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Episode 255: Mastering Growth & Mentorship with Glenn Leifheit
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1:01:00About the Guest: Glenn Leifheit is a technology leader at Microsoft, a podcast host, and a dedicated mentor. With over 20 years in the tech industry, Glenn has embraced personal and professional growth while helping others navigate their own journeys. He hosts From Stuck to Growth and co-hosts Mentorship Live on LinkedIn, a space dedicated to suppo…
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Episode 254 - Embracing Failure, Breaking Stagnation, and Unlocking Growth with Frankie Russo
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1:13:41About the Guest: Frankie Russo is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author who specializes in business growth, innovation, and leadership. He has built and scaled multiple successful companies, including one that grew 60x in three years and was eventually acquired by a Fortune 500 company. Frankie is also deeply involved in helping individuals overcome…
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Episode 013: Leading with Coaching: How to Develop People, Drive Growth, and Build Better Teams
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37:56In this episode of Founders Catalyst, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey dive deep into the power of coaching as a leadership style. They explore why the best leaders take a coaching approach, how it fosters ownership and growth, and why adaptability and self-awareness are critical leadership traits. Steve and Lee also discuss the challenges leaders face w…
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Episode 253: The Power of Growth and Letting Go with Larry Jackson
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1:03:13🎙️ About the Guest: Larry Jackson is a medical device sales expert with a background in professional fighting, including boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA. Coming from a tough upbringing, Larry has navigated personal and professional challenges with resilience, leading to a career in disruptive technology sales. His journey from fighting to sale…
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Episode 252: Building Legacy Through Impact with Ed Dudley
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1:01:37About the Guest: ED Dudley is a passionate advocate for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, with over 20 years of experience in financial services. He co-founded Shining Light In Darkness, a nonprofit supporting underserved survivors, and has served as Interim Board Chair of United Against Slavery, advancing research to address anti-tr…
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Episode 012: The Resilient Founder’s Mindset with Michael Brandt
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57:38About the Guest: Michael Brandt is the co-founder & CEO of Ketone IQ, pioneering ketone-based energy products. An endurance athlete and marathon runner, his passion for biohacking led to a supplement used by elite athletes, military units, and high performers. With an engineering and business background, he started at YouTube/Google before launchin…
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Episode 251: From High-Speed Decisions to Nonprofit Success: Hardy Smith on Being Growth Ready
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51:32About the Guest: Hardy Smith is a seasoned consultant, speaker, and author specializing in nonprofit governance and board engagement. With a background in NASCAR, he brings a unique perspective on strategy, anticipation, and leadership. Hardy is the author of Stop the Nonprofit Board Blame Game, a book dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations o…
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Episode 250: Leadership, Courage, and Finding Fulfillment with Omar Halabieh
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59:17About the Guest: Omar Halabieh is a global technology executive with over 20 years of experience spanning telecom, energy, and payments. He currently serves as Director of Technology at Amazon Payment Services, overseeing payment experiences across the Middle East and Africa. Beyond his professional role, Omar is passionate about leadership develop…
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Episode 011: The Role of Coaching in Personal and Team Growth
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34:24In this conversation, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey explore the evolving role of coaching in modern leadership. They discuss how coaching is essential for empowering team members, fostering a growth mindset, and adapting leadership styles to meet individual needs. The importance of active listening, creating supportive communities, and the silent grat…
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Episode 249 - Unmasking Authenticity: Challenging the Status Quo with Scott Ramey
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58:48About the Guest: Scott Ramey is the secret weapon for forward-thinking executives ready to elevate their communication and leadership skills. With over 20 years of experience guiding Fortune 500 companies to billions in new business, Scott’s innovative SPEAK Framework transforms leaders by helping them communicate with clarity, inspire action, and …
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Episode 248: The Strategic Power of Joy: Overcoming Barriers to Growth with Jennifer Gomez
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48:41About the Guest: Jen Gomez is a trailblazer in empowering female entrepreneurs to break free from self-doubt and unleash their full potential. With nearly a decade of experience coaching women on how to elevate their personal and professional brands, work holistically, and scale their businesses, Jen has become a trusted mentor for those ready to d…
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Episode 010: Leadership Lessons on Building Empowered Cultures
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44:15Summary In this milestone 10th episode, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey delve into the vital concept of culture within organizations. They explore the importance of defining culture, the shift from authoritarian leadership models to more collaborative environments, and the critical role leaders play in creating conditions where teams can thrive. The con…
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Episode 247: Building Loyalty, Brand Identity, and Dominance with Ken Schmidt
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1:03:11About the Guest: Ken Schmidt, former director of communications for Harley-Davidson, is a renowned business strategist and speaker who helped transform the brand into a global icon. Known for his bold and entertaining style, Ken specializes in competition, brand positioning, and customer loyalty. His book, Make Some Noise: The Unconventional Road t…
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Episode 246: Mindset, Generosity, and Building Legacy with Dany Martin
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49:51About the Guest: Dany Martin, a South Louisiana native now based in Shreveport, is passionate about empowering others through sound financial planning and positive leadership. With a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Northwestern State University and an MBA from Louisiana Tech, Dany has built a career focused on exceeding client expectatio…
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Episode 009: How Purpose and Persistence Shape Success
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51:51In this episode of Founders Catalyst, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey delve into the critical role of motivation in personal growth and entrepreneurship. They share insights from their own experiences of uncovering what truly drives them, highlighting the importance of purpose over monetary success and the common challenges associated with New Year’s re…
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Episode 245: Embracing Change, Failure, and Radical Honesty with Talia Bombola
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1:05:32About the Guest: Talia Bombola is an award-winning psychotherapist, podcast host, and professor of psychology. Known as The Confidence & Assertiveness Specialist™, Talia focuses on helping ambitious individuals enhance their self-worth, confidence, and assertiveness by rewiring their beliefs about themselves and the world around them. She believes …
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Episode 008: Balancing Financial Success and Emotional Fulfillment
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48:45In this episode of Founders Catalyst Podcast, hosts Steve Mellor and Lee Povey discuss the balance between financial success and emotional fulfillment. They share their personal journeys of leaving successful careers to pursue more meaningful work, emphasizing the importance of mental health and the societal pressures that often dictate what succes…
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Episode 244: Overcoming Barriers and Embracing Growth with Dallin Cooper
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49:14About the Guest: Dallin is an author, entrepreneur, and award-winning shepherd. From small towns in Wyoming to one of the largest cities in China, he has inspired audiences to embrace perspectives beyond their own. Recognized as an expert in Authority Magazine, Dallin helps organizations and leaders challenge assumptions and communicate effectively…
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Episode 243: Leadership, Fulfillment, and Crisis Resilience with Rich Salon
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1:01:29About the Guest: Rich Salon is a seasoned HR expert, Career Transition Coach, author, and speaker with 25 years in corporate leadership roles at companies like The Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Circuit City. Known as “Rich-the-HR-Guy,” he specializes in fostering career fulfillment, employee engagement, and trust within organizations. Rich’s dedication e…
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Episode 007: The Evolving Leader: Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Personal Growth
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39:52In this episode of Founders Catalyst, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey delve into the intricacies of leadership and performance. They explore how leaders can evolve their styles, the importance of authenticity, and the necessity of unlearning old habits to foster personal growth. The conversation emphasizes the role of vulnerability in leadership and the…
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Episode 242: From Chaos to Clarity: Building a GrowthReady Mindset with Robert X. Fogarty
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1:12:35About the Guest: Robert X. Fogarty is a speaker, advocate, and social entrepreneur, best known as the founder and CEO of Dear World, an organization dedicated to storytelling through powerful images and personal narratives. Since starting as an art project in New Orleans in 2010, Dear World has evolved into a global movement celebrating the impact …
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Episode 241: Embracing Change and Growth: Navigating Life's Seasons and Trusting the Journey with Sonia Daniels
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46:39About the Guest Dr. Sonia L. Daniels is a highly skilled and experienced professional with a passion for empowering organizations to achieve sustainable growth. Through her consulting firm, S. Daniels Consulting, she leverages her expertise to support a wide range of clients, including nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies. H…
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Episode 240 - Embracing Growth: The Power of Reflection, Intention, and Learning with Katie Anderson
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47:37About Katie: Katie Anderson is a leadership consultant, speaker, and author of the bestselling book "Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn." Her work focuses on helping leaders build high-performing, learning-driven cultures. A Fulbright Scholar and Stanford graduate, Katie has inspired leaders worldwide to foster innovation and excellence. Learn more…
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Episode 006: Embracing Process, Community, and Continuous Growth
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39:52In this conversation, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey explore the concept of high performance, emphasizing the importance of defining performance, focusing on processes rather than just outcomes, and overcoming fear of change. They discuss the role of community in enhancing performance and the necessity of reflection for optimization. The dialogue highl…
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Episode 239 - The Role of Leadership in Emergencies: The C3 Method with Patrick Hardy
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53:45About Patrick Patrick Hardy is an internationally-recognized disaster preparedness expert dedicated to empowering people with practical strategies for navigating both major emergencies and everyday disruptions. As a keynote speaker and the author of "Design Any Disaster," Patrick shares invaluable insights and secrets of effective disaster planning…
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Episode 238 - Foundations of Growth and Fulfillment with Mark Scherer
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41:32About Mark Mark Scherer’s journey into spirituality began in his youth, driven by a desire to win arguments with his parents. This led him to explore the Bible and its connections to real life. With over 30 years of study in Consciousness, Language, Spiritual Law, and Quantum Physics, Mark nurtured a passion for personal transformation. Now, he lea…
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Episode 005: Aligning Goals and Values for Growth and Fulfillment
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46:23In this episode, Steve Mellor and Lee challenge the traditional idea of work-life balance, suggesting it’s not always realistic or effective. Instead, they introduce the concept of work-life alignment, which focuses on understanding yourself, identifying your purpose, and making choices that fit both. They discuss how life has different seasons tha…
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Episode 237 - Overcoming Fear and Embracing Growth with Richard Blank
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56:45About Richard: Richard is the CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Center, which he founded in 2008 after moving from Philadelphia. With over 20 years of experience, he has trained more than 10,000 bilingual telemarketers in advanced strategies and employee motivation. Richard holds a degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and integ…
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Episode 004: How Will They Cope Without Me?
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40:58In this conversation, Steve Mellor and Lee discuss the challenges leaders face when considering their absence from their teams. They explore the importance of empowering teams through motivation, the role of goal setting, and the need for trust and authenticity in leadership. The discussion highlights how founders often see themselves as the proble…
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