Igniting the CEO Within

In this episode, Mark McFatridge sits down with Becky Ivory, founder of Trifecta Coaching and Consulting, to explore the key traits that separate great leaders from the rest. Becky shares her "head, hands, and heart" framework, emphasizing alignment, trust, and the importance of adding value to others. She also discusses how leaders can build strong cultures, navigate tough decisions, and avoid burnout by staying aligned with purpose.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge sits down with Megan Kane, Executive Director of Rellia, to explore what separates successful founders and CEOs from the rest. Megan highlights the importance of coachability and consistency, along with the need to balance big-picture thinking with daily execution. She also shares how Rellia fosters a powerful community of founders and experts to accelerate learning, connection, and growth.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge sits down with Andrew Donofrio, a personal and professional growth coach and founder of Andrew Donofrio Coaching, to explore how leadership, mindset, and purpose shape long-term success. Andrew shares his journey from law enforcement to entrepreneurship and coaching, emphasizing the importance of developing the whole person to drive meaningful growth. They also dive into the value of peer groups and how shared insight helps leaders navigate challenges and accelerate results.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge sits down with Mike Walker, executive coach and founder of Dynamic Decisions Coaching and Consulting, to explore how curiosity and a learner's mindset set great leaders apart. Mike shares how effective leaders approach decision-making as a learning process, using structured frameworks to ask better questions, challenge assumptions, and drive stronger outcomes. He also highlights how intentional decision practices can help leaders avoid analysis paralysis while empowering their teams to make smarter, more aligned decisions.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge interviews Dr. Debra Lind, CEO and educator at Nehemiah Consulting, about the power of presence and purpose-driven leadership. Dr. Lind shares how great leaders create impact by being fully present, serving others with intention, and building strong, values-based cultures. She also introduces her philosophy of using challenges as opportunities for growth, helping organizations turn failures into stronger, more resilient foundations.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge interviews Ali Merchant, Principal L&D Consultant and Executive Coach at All-In Manager, about the critical leadership skill of having difficult conversations. Ali shares how avoiding discomfort damages relationships, while leaning into compassionate candor builds trust, accountability, and stronger team performance. He also provides practical frameworks for delivering feedback effectively and emphasizes the importance of balancing empathy with accountability to help leaders and teams grow.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge interviews Robert Tecco, principal and executive consultant at Continuum, about the key traits that separate great leaders from the rest. Robert emphasizes the importance of listening, adaptability, and self-confidence, along with the ability to lead through change and communicate effectively across teams. He also shares practical insights on change management, decision-making, and how leaders can empower others to drive long-term success.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge interviews Zach Jones, Director of Business Development at Edgewater CPA Group, about how CPA firms can evolve from information providers to trusted advisors in the "curator age." Zach shares how Edgewater CPA Group focuses on relieving stress for business owners while building deeper relationships through initiatives like the Owner Circle. He also highlights the power of peer groups in combating the isolation of entrepreneurship and helping leaders gain clarity, accountability, and actionable insights to grow their businesses.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge interviews Hope Yin, founder of Blueprint Coaching, about what it takes to become an effective and authentic leader in today's complex world. Hope shares how great leaders engage their head, heart, and gut to make decisions while building trust through vulnerability and clear communication. She also emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, strong support systems, and staying true to your own voice rather than seeking external validation.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/

In this episode, Mark McFatridge interviews Sharon Bone, Executive Coach at Bone Coaching, about what separates high-performing leaders from those who struggle. Sharon highlights the impact of ego, the importance of humility, and how emotional awareness and self-leadership are critical for CEOs navigating pressure and responsibility. She also shares how her leadership integration approach helps leaders identify areas of "dis-ease," improve communication, and lead more authentically in both business and life.

Quade is a community of CEOs and entrepreneurs. We offer an exciting opportunity for executives to become licensed circle directors who can earn up to six-figure revenues. After you complete the Quade License Circle Director Program, you'll lead your own peer advisory circles, helping other CEOs and solopreneurs excel in their professional and personal lives while providing a community of support, accountability, and challenge. We help you do this while putting in only 60 hours per year per circle. If you'd like to learn more, go to https://quadecircle.com/