Today, in the first of my three-part series on handling emotions, I’m talking about mistakes we make when emotions show up that turn out working against us instead of harnessing our emotions to help us. 

I talk research, share examples, and tactics so that you can become more aware and learn to harness instead of being hampered by emotions in your life and business. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching

 Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Kevin Dugan, CEO and Managing Partner of Altus and VP of Business Development at Urban REI Management, which creates and manages ownership and rental properties as appreciating and income-generating investments for clients. 

Today, Kevin shares his hard-earned lessons on the value of time, investing beyond just financially in people and education, and developing a perpetual learning mindset. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching and Consulting. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and/or your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching or DrYishai.com/Consulting

 Guest Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinkdugan/ 

Phone: 310-988-5081 

Email: [email protected] 

Instagram @kevinkdugan

Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Kevin Dugan, CEO and Managing Partner of Altus and VP of Business Development at Urban REI Management, which creates and manages ownership and rental properties as appreciating and income-generating investments for clients. 

Today, Kevin shares his journey from changing majors repeatedly in college to developing an investment view and then into an impact and mission-driven mindset. 

Along the way, we discuss happiness, goals, and mission as they relate to both life and business. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching and Consulting. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and/or your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching or DrYishai.com/Consulting

Guest Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinkdugan/ 

Phone: 310-988-5081 

Email: [email protected] 

Instagram @kevinkdugan

Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Today, I’m talking about how to harness the way our brains anticipate to adapt and thrive as entrepreneurs and leaders in business. 

I talk research, share my take on two different styles of adaptation and the consequences that emerge from the different approaches. I also share a practice you can do to harness the power of your emotion system for yourself, your business, your teams, and your clients. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching

 Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Wilson Casado is a co-founder and managing partner of the Australian operations of the international management consulting firm Visagio. He also serves as Chair and Deal Screening and Selection at Perth Angels Investors. Wilson is a passionate leader extraordinaire who revels in creating transformation in entrepreneurs, businesses, and systems reaching so many sectors and countries. 

My Story Tuesday conversation with Wilson was so packed and full of great discussion that I just had to share it all with you in two parts! 

In Part 1 of our conversation, Wilson talked about lessons he learned the hard way from solo-praneurship, about burnout, and about creating and maintaining cultures that lead to an incredible performance in teams and organizations. 

Today, part 2 conversation continues with Wilson sharing his experience and perspective with Angel Investing and what businesses need to be investable. We wrap up with another Couch round in which Wilson reflects on mistakes and growth as a business founder and leader.

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching and Consulting. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and/or your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching or DrYishai.com/Consulting

Guest Links:

Visagio Website: https://visagio.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilsoncasado/

Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Wilson Casado is a co-founder and managing partner of the Australian operations of the international management consulting firm Visagio. He also serves as  Chair and Deal Screening and Selection at Perth Angels Investors. Wilson is a passionate leader extraordinaire who revels in creating transformation in entrepreneurs, businesses, and systems reaching so many sectors and countries. 

My Story Tuesday conversation with Wilson was so packed and full of great discussion that I just had to share it all with you in two parts! 

In Part 1 of our conversation, Wilson talks about lessons he learned the hard way from solo-praneurship, about burnout, and about creating and maintaining cultures that lead to incredible performance in teams and organizations. 

Part 2 will continue with discussion on Wilson’s experience and perspective with Angel Investing and what businesses need to be investable. We wrap up with another Couch round in which Wilson reflects on mistakes and growth as a business founder and leader.

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching and Consulting. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and/or your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching or DrYishai.com/Consulting

Guest Links:

Visagio Website: https://visagio.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilsoncasado/

Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Today, I’m wrapping up my 3-part series on adaptation principles with a deep dive into how and why our brains predict and anticipate. I talk research, neuroscience, and practical examples and tactics so that you can learn and harness how your adaptive brain works. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching

Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Wilson Casado is a co-founder and managing partner of the Australian operations of the international management consulting firm Visagio. He also serves as Chair and Deal Screening and Selection at Perth Angels Investors. Wilson is a passionate leader extraordinaire who revels in creating transformation in entrepreneurs, businesses, and systems reaching so many sectors and countries. 

Because Insight Sunday’s interview is so packed and full of value, I decided to share it with you in two parts! 

On Episode #46 on Sunday, Wilson shared his own story and how his journey uncovered his passions and allowed him to embark on his entrepreneurial and leadership journey with Visagio. We ended with a bit of a cliffhanger – a moment of challenge for the entire Australian team of Visagio in 2014! 

Today, our conversation continues with Wilson sharing his leadership style, values, and their importance in working through the tough times. Wilson and I share ideas and analogies that form the core of how he leads collectively rather than hierarchically and the best practices in building strong, high-performing, deeply invested and committed teams. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching and Consulting. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and/or your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching or DrYishai.com/Consulting

Guest Links:

Visagio Website: https://visagio.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilsoncasado/

Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Wilson Casado is a co-founder and managing partner of the Australian operations of the international management consulting firm Visagio. He also serves as Chair and Deal Screening and Selection at Perth Angels Investors. Wilson is a passionate leader extraordinaire who revels in creating transformation in entrepreneurs, businesses, and systems reaching so many sectors and countries. 

Because Insight Sunday’s interview is so packed and full of value, I decided to share it with you in two parts! 

Today, Wilson shares his own story and how his journey uncovered his passions. He talks about his experiences from his first Start-Up venture, into corporate life, and a key feature of his relationship with his wife that allowed him to embark on his entrepreneurial and leadership journey with Visagio. 

We end with a bit of a cliffhanger – a moment of challenge for the entire Australian team of Visagio in 2014! 

Part 2 continues on Tuesday, where Wilson dives deeper into uncovering his leadership style, values, and their importance in working through the tough times. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching and Consulting. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and/or your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching or DrYishai.com/Consulting

Guest Links:

Visagio Website: https://visagio.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilsoncasado/

Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

Last week, in Episode 45, I talked about how your emotion system is activated under specific situations and ended by pointing out that when a phenomenon shows up in a non-random way there is usually more to it. 

In part two of my three-part series that dives deep into adaptation and your emotion system, I talk about the possible reasons and explanations for why they show up when they do. 

I draw on psychology research, neuroscience, my experience, training, and expertise as a psychologist to integrate these roles into the adaptability paradigm that is already shifting the mindset and approach of entrepreneurs and business leaders for the better.

Along the way, I outline three purposes or roles that your emotion system plays in helping you adapt. Plus, you will get practices and tangible takeaways to begin harnessing the adaptive power of your emotion system. 

This episode is brought to you by Adaptability Coaching and Consulting. Want to reduce exhaustion, overwhelm, stress, and increase passion, engagement, and growth in yourself and your company? Learn to turn tough circumstances, reactions, and exhaustion into energy, excitement, and excellence for you and your company. Learn to become fast, flexible, and formidable. Learn more at www.DrYishai.com/Coaching or www.DrYishai.com/Consulting

 Host Links:

Podcast Website: https://thebusinesscouchwithdryishai.buzzsprout.com/
Connect with Dr. Yishai: https://www.DrYishai.com/contact
Dr. Yishai’s email: [email protected]
Dr. Yishai’s Instagram: @DrYishai or https://www.instagram.com/dryishai/

Disclaimer: The information contained in this publication is for general informational purposes only and shall not be relied on or construed as coaching advice. 

© 2020 Yishai B LLC. All rights reserved. 

ABOUT THE PODCAST

You were built for speed.
But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.
Most founders try to outwork that slow-down.
It only burns them out.
Your mind is the only machine your company doesn’t upgrade.
So leaders keep pushing against the wrong thing.
Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.

DISCLAIMER

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical, psychological, legal, or financial advice. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some examples or stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions.
Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.
 © 2026 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.