In this bitesized episode of The Inner Entrepreneur, Paul Ryan sits down with Doug Gordon, Speaker, Author, healer, mindset coach, and business mentor to explore the deeper dimensions of success — the ones that can’t be measured in money, status, or titles.

They dive into emotional intelligence, the impact of unresolved trauma, and how to lead from love instead of ego. You’ll hear stories of helping people at their lowest points, why material wins often feel empty, and how holding space — for yourself and others — might be the most powerful leadership tool of all.

This episode is a powerful invitation to redefine success from the inside out.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why success without inner peace still feels unfulfilling
• The role of trauma and healing in leadership
• How meditation creates the space to choose your response
• The difference between ego-driven ambition and heart-led purpose
• How to hold emotional space without being a pushover
• What narcissists can teach us about our own growth
• Why the best moments in life are rarely material
• Emotional intelligence: the real superpower of great leaders
• How to navigate conflict without adding to the chaos
• What true presence feels like — and how to cultivate it

Link to full episode:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-true-success-the-power-of-energy-love/id1712661051?i=1000691828628

https://youtu.be/f6jDYOMXmak?si=EehKzEXGaXJ1EbfZ

About the host:

Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.

Connect with the host:

https://www.theonehourceo.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ryan-9a98774/