“Whenever I hear the word networking, I feel scuzzy. I don’t want to schmooze people, but the way you describe it makes it feel easier — it’s about really getting to know people.” - CK

Juan and Courtney discuss the resistance people feel in reaching out for advice or support, reframing networking as an act of offering value instead of seeking it. 

• [00:04:16] “Leadership should not be lonely. Leadership isn’t lonely — it’s the opposite. You’re collaborating with people, delegating, and trusting them to deliver.” - JK
• [00:05:23] “It’s always a no if you don’t reach out.” - JK
• [00:10:14] “Call not just your best friends, but the ones you can truly be yourself around. Those friends remind you who you are, and we avoid them because they hold us accountable.” - JK
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"I wanted it. I was just doing the work to have that job, and I didn’t even know what the freaking job was." – JK

CBQ: How come you never talk about what it was like to work at Disney?

Juan reflects on his Disney internship 24 years ago, the risks he took despite his parents’ doubts, the odd jobs and lessons along the way, and how that leap helped shape his confidence to take risks in his career.

• 1:39 “Working at Disney World was like college without classes.” – Juan
• 4:52 “I can’t keep this medal…” – Juan
• 8:40 “I don’t think I’m gonna be an artist anymore.” – Juan
• 10:02 “The biggest lesson was like, I need toothpaste.” – Juan
• 13:45 “Reflect on your big risk in the past when you did something that other people were like, no, don’t do that. And you’re like, I’m doing it anyway.” – Juan

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"I think so many people have antiquated old maps. Not bad, but if it's out of date, it's not helpful." - JK

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CBQ: Are you good at reading maps?

Maps, like workplace rules, can be outdated or misleading if never questioned. In this episode, JK and CK share stories from hiking, corporate life, and cultural shifts to reveal how leaders and professionals often rely on old frameworks that no longer serve them. They challenge listeners to examine which “maps” need updating or discarding to navigate today’s work landscape.

HIGHLIGHTS

• [00:52] "All maps are wrong—but some are useful.” – JK
• [03:31] "I think so many people have antiquated old maps. Not bad, but if it's out of date, it's not helpful." - JK
• [06:53] "Corporate rules tracked even how often you used the bathroom.” – CK
• [9:27] The rules you follow today might be overdue for a change.” – JK

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“I got pink glitter nails because I just do not care anymore.” – Courtney

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CBQ: Why can celebrating yourself be a challenge?

Turning 40 is often framed as a milestone of decline or denial. In this conversation, Juan and Courtney share the messy, joyful, and sometimes awkward truths about aging, celebrating, and the surprising ways birthdays can reveal our blindspots. This is not just about cake or sleep—it is about permission to be seen and supported.

HIGHLIGHTS

• [00:19 “I have been waiting my whole life to turn 40—and now I am so excited.” – Courtney
• [1:18]  “I got pink glitter nails because I just do not care anymore.” – Courtney
• [4:51] “I did not want to inconvenience people… but when they showed up, it mattered.” – Juan
• [7:09] “We do not realize how important it feels when people show up for us.” – Juan

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"A New Work Mindset is like defragging the operating system of what you think work is supposed to be." - JK

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CBQ - What is a new work mindset?

In final and 5th episode of the blindspot coaching series, we arrive at A New Work Mindset, Juan and Courtney explore what it means to redefine success and fulfillment in a rapidly evolving work environment. They unpack the final Blindspot by emphasizing the importance of raising personal standards while practicing self-compassion, and why adapting your mindset is crucial for sustainable growth. The conversation ties together all previous Blindspots, offering a reflective and empowering close to the series.

HIGHLIGHTS

• [00:01:49] "Stuff's still gonna be hard... but when people embrace these Blindspots, they can move forward more intentionally."
• [00:03:17) "Just because you're nice or polite doesn't mean you're solving the problem."
• [00:05:01] "A New Work Mindset is like defragging the operating system of what you think work is supposed to be."
• [00:06:42] "The seed stays the same — it's the environment that you change to help it grow." [00:08:13] "Raise your standards for yourself, but also give yourself grace - that's the hard part."

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“If you don't have courage, you're not even in the middle of consciousness.” - Justin Foster

CBQ - Why is being a conscious entrepreneur not the default? 

This episode explores why conscious entrepreneurship isn’t the norm, breaking down three key barriers: a lack of awareness around consciousness, systemic pressures that discourage it, and the false belief that consciousness and capitalism can’t coexist. The conversation dives into what it really takes to build a conscious business—moral clarity, scalable genius, and meaningful impact—while challenging common misconceptions about wealth and success. It also unpacks how influence, ethics, and personal fulfillment play a central role in redefining what it means to be a successful entrepreneur.

• [00:05:19] “If we just listened to our soul, we would never be insecure.”
• [00:06:08] “If you're a real entrepreneur, you look more like an artist.”
• [00:07:23] “Who are you without any of the labels?”
• [00:12:45] “If you don't have courage, you're not even in the middle of consciousness.”
• [00:24:30] “When you're conscious, guilty pleasures are just pleasures.”

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This episode explores the Foundation Blindspot—where individuals struggle to articulate what they truly want due to a lack of clarity around their own talents and the environments that suit them best. Juan and Courtney discuss how assessments like DISC and Motivators, along with honest reflection, help individuals define meaningful career goals instead of defaulting to expectations. They emphasize the power of specificity and emotional insight in crafting fulfilling professional paths.

HIGHLIGHTS

• [00:01:26] "I guess I just don't think about what I want... I think of what everybody else wants."
• [00:02:06] "People don't really know what they want—and it shows."
• [00:04:28] "To be able to articulate what we really want... that's a muscle we're not trained to use."
• [00:06:26] "The foundation is what do you want to do, not just what you can do."
• [00:12:03] "What pisses you off? That’s probably where your energy and purpose are hiding."

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“Talk to people in your neighborhood. You’ll get a different perspective than the algorithm gives you.” - Ed Hermes

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CBQ - What’s harder for you: delegating or volunteering?

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In this engaging conversation, Ed Hermes, attorney, school board member, and Phoenix City Council candidate, shares how deep community involvement has shaped his leadership. From neighborhood bike rides to public service, Ed explores the ROI of volunteering, the struggle to delegate, and the power of simply showing up. Hosted by Juan Kingsbury, this episode is a rally cry for those who want stronger communities and a reminder that leadership starts locally.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

• [00:02:40] “What are you going to say no to?” – Ed’s wife, reality check
• [00:05:02] “We’re the only industrialized country where pedestrian fatalities are going up.”
• [00:08:14] “You miss a lot when you’re speeding down the road.”
• [00:17:27] “The most important way to keep a neighborhood safe is knowing your neighbors.”
• [00:30:52] “Talk to people in your neighborhood. You’ll get a different perspective than the algorithm gives you.”

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“What knowledge or expertise am I lacking that is crucial to my goal?”

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This episode unpacks the resource blind spot—the mistake of clinging to the wrong tools or credentials, especially under stress. Juan and Courtney discuss how people often default to familiar but ineffective resources, like unnecessary degrees or outdated strategies, instead of identifying what’s actually required to move forward. They explore how intentional reflection, strategic focus, and prioritizing the right hard skills can reveal the real tools that unlock growth.

• [00:00:14] “People overfocus on using the wrong tool—especially when they’re panicked.”
• [00:02:55] “What’s absolutely integral to you getting to the top of that mountain?”
• [00:03:52] “You have a degree—so you’ve taken a course. But have you built something?”
• [00:05:07] “When have I had good luck, bad luck, and made intentional decisions?”
• [00:06:53] “What knowledge or expertise am I lacking that is crucial to my goal?”

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