In this episode, Richard Walsh is joined by Dr. Benjamin Ritter to explore themes of self-doubt, leadership, and personal growth. Dr. Ritter shares his backstory and expertise, diving into the importance of clarity, confidence, and control in leadership. The conversation delves into understanding confidence levels and self-awareness, managing expectations, and crafting supportive lifestyles. Dr. Ritter emphasizes effective morning rituals, goal setting, and the significance of embracing failure. They address the fear of success, overcoming comparison, and the role of coaching in business and leadership. The episode concludes with insights on leadership growth and resources for connecting with Dr. Ritter.

(0:00) Introduction and overcoming self-doubt

(0:42) Sponsor: Sharpen the Spear Coaching

(1:08) Guest introduction: Dr. Benjamin Ritter

(1:40) Dr. Ritter's backstory and expertise

(3:30) Clarity, confidence, and control in leadership

(5:17) Leadership discussion and consulting insights

(10:12) Confidence levels and self-awareness deep dive

(23:24) Managing expectations and crafting supportive lifestyles

(25:08) Effective morning rituals and goal setting

(30:26) Commitment issues and embracing failure

(35:41) Fear of success and overcoming comparison

(44:44) The value of coaching in business and leadership

(46:45) Closing thoughts on leadership growth

(47:21) Guest contact information and resources

(47:58) Wrap-up and show notes

(48:16) Sponsor mention: Sharpen the Spear Coaching