In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Brad Federman, founder of Performance Point and a seasoned culture architect, to unpack what leadership, coaching, and business growth really look like in a rapidly changing world.

Brad shares powerful insights on why “knowing everything” is overrated, how transparency and self-awareness build trust, and why great coaching isn’t about giving answers—but helping people think for themselves. From a formative lesson taught by his father, to hard-earned business setbacks that forced him to bet on himself, Brad walks through the moments that shaped his philosophy as a coach and entrepreneur.

The conversation dives deep into building coaching cultures, handling difficult leadership dynamics, scaling a coaching business without sacrificing integrity, and using technology and AI to enhance human connection—not replace it. Brad also explains how Performance Point creates measurable results through long-term coaching engagements, proprietary frameworks, and a strong emphasis on trust, accountability, and real transformation.

If you’re a coach, leader, or business owner navigating growth, culture, and change, this episode offers practical wisdom and a refreshing perspective on what sustainable success actually looks like.



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Website: https://www.performancepointllc.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Larry Lebofsky, founder of Way Beyond Resumes and a FinTech career strategist with over 25 years of executive recruiting experience. Larry reveals why the traditional “applicant mindset” keeps people stuck, how hiring decisions actually get made behind the scenes, and why job seekers must reposition themselves as problem-solvers — not applicants.

From layoffs and career pivots to using AI as a true job-search operating system, this conversation pulls back the curtain on modern hiring. If you’re navigating a transition, coaching others, or tired of playing a broken job-search game, this episode is a must-listen.



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Website: https://www.waybeyondresumes.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Kevin sits down with Gary Mitchell, founder of On-Track Coaching and a veteran coach with over 20 years of experience helping law firm owners grow revenue and reclaim their freedom. Gary breaks down why he walked away from hourly pricing early in his career, how outcome-based and value-based pricing transformed his business, and why clients don’t care how long it takes — only that it works.

From his unexpected journey from politics into coaching, to building a lean, freedom-focused practice, Gary shares hard-earned lessons on pricing, mindset, delegation, guarantees, and why living life in six-minute increments is no way to build impact. If you’re a coach selling time instead of transformation, this episode will challenge how you think about value forever.




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Website: https://ontraccoach.com/blog/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro interviews elite brain coach and corporate training expert Dominika Staniewicz. With over two decades of experience in leadership development, neuroscience-based coaching, and corporate training, Dominika shares how she built a premium coaching model focused on deep, lasting transformation rather than high client volume.

Dominika explains how neuroscience helps leaders improve decision-making, manage stress, and build resilience under pressure. She also reveals why she limits her client roster to deliver high-level support, including real-time guidance during critical moments. The conversation dives into client selection, building a sustainable coaching business, marketing misconceptions, and the importance of consistency and expertise in building authority.

This episode is packed with insights for coaches and entrepreneurs looking to scale their impact while delivering powerful, results-driven coaching experiences.



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Website: https://yourbraincoachd.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Barron J. Damon, a certified philanthropic coach and entrepreneur who helps individuals and businesses align their values with meaningful, intentional giving.

Barron shares his powerful journey—from a life-altering moment in college to discovering purpose through nonprofit leadership and coaching. Together, Pedro and Barron unpack what philanthropy really means (and what it doesn’t), why giving should be aligned with values, and how entrepreneurs can build systems that support both impact and sustainability.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barron-j-damon-84a6283/
Website: https://businessoflifecc.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Pedro sits down with Grant Doorey, founder of Moby Coach Australia, to explore what practical high performance really looks like in coaching and business.

Grant shares his journey from elite professional rugby to corporate leadership coaching, unpacking how principles from high-pressure sports environments translate into sustainable performance, resilient teams, and real business outcomes. They dive into continuous improvement, tightening your product line to two or three clear programs, pricing through value (not hours), and why customer-centric partnerships drive long-term success.

This episode is a must-listen for coaches and consultants who want to scale without burning out, stay aligned with their values, and deliver measurable, lasting behavior change.



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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Nicole Sorrell, co-founder of Lumina Learning and a business psychologist with over 30 years of experience helping leaders, teams, and organizations thrive through self-awareness and human connection.

Nicole shares how her personal life journey led her into coaching and ultimately to building Lumina Learning, a global psychometric and leadership development company operating in over 60 countries. She explains why people are far more complex than traditional personality labels and how Lumina’s approach helps individuals move from unconscious reaction to conscious response.

Pedro and Nicole explore what it really takes to build sustainable change in organizations, the power of community in scaling impact, and why trust and emotional intelligence are non-negotiables for modern leadership. They also discuss the growing role of AI in coaching—why it represents both a potential threat and an extraordinary opportunity for coaches who are willing to evolve.

This episode is a must-listen for career coaches, leaders, and entrepreneurs who want to scale impact without losing the human heart behind their work.




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Website: https://luminalearning.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Kevin Yee sits down with Josh Kelly, founder of Grow with Clover and one of the most influential coaches in the home services industry.

Josh shares how he went from working in the trades to building and selling one of the largest home service businesses in the U.S., generating hundreds of millions in revenue, and now helping contractors scale to 7, 8, and even 9 figures.

They dive deep into contractor coaching, pricing strategy, performance-based growth, private equity, leadership mindset, generational wealth, and why home services is one of the most overlooked opportunities in business today.

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https://growwithclover.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Stacy Heisey-Terrell, a career ownership coach who helps professionals take control of their future beyond the traditional job path. Stacy shares her journey from corporate HR to business ownership and opens up about what it really takes to scale a coaching practice without losing alignment.

They explore the power of experimentation—“fishing in many ponds”—to discover which audiences are truly ready for your work, how to balance structure with customization in coaching, and why seasons of testing are critical before committing to long-term growth. Stacy also breaks down her franchise-based model, her approach to capacity and pricing, and the mindset shifts required to build a sustainable, fulfilling coaching business.

If you’re a coach navigating growth, refining your niche, or preparing for your next level of impact, this episode delivers practical insights and real-world lessons from the field.


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Website: https://sheisey-terrell.esourcecoach.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Pedro sits down with executive coach Nadine Zeinoun to unpack one of the toughest challenges coaches face: pricing with confidence—especially when moving across markets and cultures.

Nadine shares her journey from Lebanon to Canada, how growing up in scarcity shaped her early mindset around money, and the intentional process she used to research the market, evaluate her credentials, and ultimately price herself above average without guilt. Together, they explore why coaches must stop selling sessions and start pricing transformations, how to shift from scarcity to abundance, and what it really takes to scale impact without burning out.

This conversation is a must-listen for coaches who want to build a sustainable, values-aligned business while honoring their experience, expertise, and mission.



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Website: https://nadinezeinoun.com/

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