Listen to the full podcast interview "The Shocking Cost of Poor Listening (And How to Avoid It)" with Christine Miles:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/coachful-coaching-leadership-podcast/id1682682151?i=1000690395311

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/37BfBi2IKQPWys4G8qoB0G?si=xz7cd-upQCGUbd8qsMn_Pw

How do good managers become great leaders—especially in a world that won’t slow down?

In this episode of the Coachful Coaching Leadership Podcast, executive coach and author Dan Roberts joins me to unpack the difference between reacting and truly leading. Drawing from decades of experience and his book Optimize Your Leadership, Dan shares how leaders can create clarity, space, and courage in the middle of chaos.

We dive into:

Dan’s calm, insightful approach will shift the way you think about leadership—whether you're in a boardroom or just trying to hold your team together on a busy Tuesday.

📘 Learn more about Dan’s work: https://www.impactfulperformance.com
📗 Grab his book: Optimize Your Leadership

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Change Management and Leadership

03:27 The C Change Model Explained

06:13 Challenges in Leadership During Disruption

08:49 Creating Alignment in Organizations

11:53 The Importance of Well-being in Leadership

14:42 Recognizing When to Move On

17:34 Defining Optimization in Leadership

20:28 Shifting from Reactive to Strategic Leadership

23:05 Practical Steps to Become a Servant Leader

26:00 Creating Space for Innovation

28:59 Closing Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Listen to the full interview with Markus van Alphen:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2C6eqLBnjo2zfoxB9nOzOq?si=cxVExqD3RQuDBmn6u6FBDg

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/coachful-coaching-leadership-podcast/id1682682151?i=1000700022537

From Olympic wrestling to Pro Football glory to the stage as a leadership speaker—Bob Molle’s journey is a masterclass in grit, reinvention, and resilience.

Bob Molle is the only Canadian athlete to win both an Olympic medal in wrestling and a Grey Cup championship in football. Today, he's a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and leadership coach who helps teams and executives grow through discomfort and lead with purpose.

Bob opens up about:

➡️ Winning an Olympic silver medal just 18 days after major back surgery

➡️ Why “getting comfortable being uncomfortable” is the key to growth

➡️ The lessons he carried from the locker room to the boardroom

➡️ How leaders can build trust, face adversity, and lead with heart

We also talk about his bestselling book Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable, and how his coaching work today helps teams and executives thrive under pressure.

📚 Grab Bob’s book: https://getcomfortablebeinguncomfortable.com🌐 Learn more: https://bobmolle.com

Notable People Mentioned:

➡️ John Tenta – Bob’s Olympic wrestling roommate and later known as “Earthquake” in the WWE

➡️ Gene Kiniski – Canadian wrestling legend and mentor

➡️ Dan Gable – Iconic American wrestler and coach who inspired Bob’s Olympic mindset

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Bob Molle's Journey

03:58 The Power of Relationships in Sports

06:50 Overcoming Adversity: The Road to the Olympics

09:54 The Mindset of a Champion

12:46 The Role of Grit and Growth in Success

19:23 The Power of Belief and Positive Environment

21:47 Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

25:05 The Genesis of a Book

30:19 Simplicity in High-Stakes Situations

37:51 Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool

Listen to the full podcast interview "The Shocking Cost of Poor Listening (And How to Avoid It)" with Christine Miles:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/coachful-coaching-leadership-podcast/id1682682151?i=1000690395311

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/37BfBi2IKQPWys4G8qoB0G?si=xz7cd-upQCGUbd8qsMn_Pw

Listen to the full podcast interview with Urs Koenig:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ROlz2uVPunmzB2qJMC5hk?si=1tqVWo4vRlm2AZNgtcl8KA

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/coachful-coaching-leadership-podcast/id1682682151?i=1000696903187

Listen to the full podcast interview with Urs Koenig:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ROlz2uVPunmzB2qJMC5hk?si=1tqVWo4vRlm2AZNgtcl8KA

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/coachful-coaching-leadership-podcast/id1682682151?i=1000696903187

The Most Organized Man in America on the BS of Busyness — Andrew Mellen

What if your biggest time problem isn’t your calendar—but your beliefs?

In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Mellen—organization expert, coach, and author of Calling BS on Busy—to unpack the real reason leaders and high-achievers stay overwhelmed. From cluttered homes to cluttered thinking, Andrew shares tools to help you reclaim your time, reduce stress, and align your schedule with your values.

We talk about:✅ The Organizational Triangle that changes everything
✅ Why successful people are often the most disorganized
✅ The 8 deadly time thieves (and how to fight them)
✅ How neurodivergent minds can turn “weakness” into superpowers
✅ Why you don’t need an 8-hour block to do great work—just 4 focused minutes

Whether you're managing a business, a team, or your own mental load—this conversation will help you reset your relationship with time and attention.

🔗 Connect with Andrew Mellen:
Website: https://www.andrewmellen.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmellen/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Andrew Mellen

03:02 The Importance of Organization

05:41 Mind Shifts for Leaders

08:09 Understanding Distraction and Clutter

11:10 The Organizational Triangle Framework

16:33 Practical Applications for Entrepreneurs

21:22 Calling BS on Busyness

23:37 Advice for Overwhelmed Listeners

27:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

If you think burnout can be solved with a vacation or a better calendar… think again.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Scott Anderson—executive coach, licensed therapist, and author of You’re Not Toast—to unpack the silent, destructive patterns driving high-achievers straight into burnout.

Scott shares how his own crash during the peak of running a 22-person agency led him to create the Burnout Breakthrough Method—a framework that goes deeper than self-care tips to tackle the root causes of burnout: perfectionism, toxic overfunctioning, and ego traps disguised as productivity.

We talk about:

✅ Book your free Fast Fix Call with Scott: https://fastfixcall.com

🎧 Connect with Scott Anderson:Website: https://doubledareyou.us/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottandersonms/Email: [email protected]

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Burnout and Leadership

03:26 The Loneliness of Leadership

06:08 Understanding Burnout

08:26 The Causes of Burnout

11:11 Shifting Mindsets for Recovery

13:50 Real-Life Transformations from Burnout

16:23 Practical Steps to Combat Burnout

19:09 The Importance of Mini Vacations

21:44 Advice for the Younger Self

24:29 Closing Thoughts and Resources

From the basketball court to the principal’s office—and now to the coaching world—Charles Stevens brings over 30 years of wisdom, grit, and heart-centered leadership to this powerful episode. 🙌

We dive into:
✅ Why the best leaders often never wanted to be leaders
✅ The transition from educator to coach—and what it taught him about influence
✅ How to lead across 6 generations in the workforce
✅ Trusting your gut (even when others say “go for it”)
✅ Mistakes that turned into leadership breakthroughs
✅ Why staying connected to your why is the key to resilience

Charles shares stories from the front lines of school leadership, martial arts, and coaching—and how service and purpose have guided every step. If you’ve ever questioned your path or wondered how to lead with more authenticity, this one is for you.

🔗 Connect with Charles Stevens:

• Maxwell Certified Coach Profile: https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/charlesstevens
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevensstrong/

🔔 Listen & Subscribe to the Coachful Coaching Leadership Podcast:

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  🌐 Website: https://coachfulcoaching.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Journey

06:20 The Importance of Continuous Growth

11:47 Learning from Mistakes in Leadership

16:57 Evaluating Processes for Better Outcomes

23:53 Embracing New Paths and Opportunities

28:31 Listening to the Inner Voice