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Turning Life Significant Set Backs Into Your Purpose: With Speaker, Coach & Author Irene Riad
In this powerful episode, we sit down with the inspiring Irene as she shares her deeply personal journey of losing connection with her son at the age of five and the struggles that followed. Through resilience and self-discovery, Irene found strength in coaching others - ultimately leading her to uncover her true purpose: inspiring leaders to turn life's significant setbacks into a lasting legacy. She reminds us that self healing, self prospering, and self transformation are possible in both business and life. It all starts with your own radical becoming.
Irene Riad is the Founder of SightCET, The Institute of Authentic Leadership Culture. She is an Inspirational Speaker, Executive Coach, Certified Complex Trauma Recovery Coach, and Author in which she recently co-authored a book with Brian Tracy called Radical Becoming. She is a loving mother of two sons, and wife.
Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/KF9aTosOjxU
Follow Irene:
Website: www.sightcet.com
Instagram: Sightcet
Facebook: Irene Riad
LinkdIn: www.linkedin.com/in/irene-riad
Follow Kelley:
Website: www.entrepreneurialelevation.ca
Community Newsletter : Subscribe here
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelleybeveridge/
As entrepreneurs, we spend so much time growing our mindset, our strategy, and our skills — but the truth is, none of it works without a regulated nervous system and a body that can keep up.
Your vagus nerve, your stress levels, your energy, your sleep, your focus, and even visceral fat all play a massive role in how you show up in your business.
If you’re curious about the plant-based, one-ingredient daily tincture I use to support my own health, stress, clarity, and performance — I made a simple page that walks you through what it is and why it’s been such a game-changer for me.
👉 Click the link below for more information and check out the special buy 2, get 1 free option.
https://entrepreneurialelevation.ca/phix-with-kelley-864600
Disclaimer
The Entrepreneurial Elevation Podcast and content posted by Kelley Beveridge is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.
Transcript
[00:00:00]
Kelley introduces Irene Riad, founder of Sightset, the Institute of Authentic Leadership Culture. Irene is an executive coach, trauma recovery coach, speaker, and upcoming author of Radical Becoming, co-authored with Brian Tracy. Her mission is to help leaders transform setbacks into legacies.
[00:02:09]
Irene shares her deep personal loss, going through a difficult divorce and, most painfully, losing contact with her son for years. She opens up about the emotional devastation and the legal and cultural barriers that kept them apart.
[00:06:49]
She describes how she experienced multiple setbacks—losing her son, losing her job, and struggling with shame and grief. She emphasizes that setbacks come in waves and often hit harder when we are unprepared.
[00:09:24]
Irene credits her support system for helping her begin to heal. She highlights how her parents, sister, and close friends provided love and care, even when she wanted to isolate herself. She stresses the importance of surrounding yourself with people who won’t let you give up.
[00:12:44]
A pivotal moment came when her father shared a powerful message about her name, which means peace. He reminded her that no matter what happens externally, she must keep her inner peace anchored. This wisdom helped her shift her perspective and start her healing journey.
[00:16:38]
Irene realized she needed to get ready for what’s next rather than stay stuck in the past. She embraced self-development, coaching, and emotional intelligence training, using these tools to rebuild her confidence and purpose.
[00:20:57]
She explains how coaching became both a healing process and a career path. Studying emotional intelligence and mindset coaching allowed her to not only help others but also understand her own emotions and triggers on a deeper level.
[00:31:30]
Irene introduces her Mosaic Integral Leadership System, a framework that helps people move from setbacks to purpose. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing how your mind operates, how emotions impact decisions, and how past experiences shape your identity.
[00:39:17]
She discusses her ongoing journey of radical becoming, choosing to believe that even the most painful setbacks serve a greater purpose. She shares that she continues to hold hope for reconnection with her son and sees her life’s work as part of her healing.
[00:49:14]
Irene’s final advice: “Believe that you are enough, even in the midst of challenges. Find what excites you, and use your mind to intentionally design your future. Your setbacks are not the end—they are the foundation of your legacy.”
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By Kelley BeveridgeIn this powerful episode, we sit down with the inspiring Irene as she shares her deeply personal journey of losing connection with her son at the age of five and the struggles that followed. Through resilience and self-discovery, Irene found strength in coaching others - ultimately leading her to uncover her true purpose: inspiring leaders to turn life's significant setbacks into a lasting legacy. She reminds us that self healing, self prospering, and self transformation are possible in both business and life. It all starts with your own radical becoming.
Irene Riad is the Founder of SightCET, The Institute of Authentic Leadership Culture. She is an Inspirational Speaker, Executive Coach, Certified Complex Trauma Recovery Coach, and Author in which she recently co-authored a book with Brian Tracy called Radical Becoming. She is a loving mother of two sons, and wife.
Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/KF9aTosOjxU
Follow Irene:
Website: www.sightcet.com
Instagram: Sightcet
Facebook: Irene Riad
LinkdIn: www.linkedin.com/in/irene-riad
Follow Kelley:
Website: www.entrepreneurialelevation.ca
Community Newsletter : Subscribe here
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelleybeveridge/
As entrepreneurs, we spend so much time growing our mindset, our strategy, and our skills — but the truth is, none of it works without a regulated nervous system and a body that can keep up.
Your vagus nerve, your stress levels, your energy, your sleep, your focus, and even visceral fat all play a massive role in how you show up in your business.
If you’re curious about the plant-based, one-ingredient daily tincture I use to support my own health, stress, clarity, and performance — I made a simple page that walks you through what it is and why it’s been such a game-changer for me.
👉 Click the link below for more information and check out the special buy 2, get 1 free option.
https://entrepreneurialelevation.ca/phix-with-kelley-864600
Disclaimer
The Entrepreneurial Elevation Podcast and content posted by Kelley Beveridge is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.
Transcript
[00:00:00]
Kelley introduces Irene Riad, founder of Sightset, the Institute of Authentic Leadership Culture. Irene is an executive coach, trauma recovery coach, speaker, and upcoming author of Radical Becoming, co-authored with Brian Tracy. Her mission is to help leaders transform setbacks into legacies.
[00:02:09]
Irene shares her deep personal loss, going through a difficult divorce and, most painfully, losing contact with her son for years. She opens up about the emotional devastation and the legal and cultural barriers that kept them apart.
[00:06:49]
She describes how she experienced multiple setbacks—losing her son, losing her job, and struggling with shame and grief. She emphasizes that setbacks come in waves and often hit harder when we are unprepared.
[00:09:24]
Irene credits her support system for helping her begin to heal. She highlights how her parents, sister, and close friends provided love and care, even when she wanted to isolate herself. She stresses the importance of surrounding yourself with people who won’t let you give up.
[00:12:44]
A pivotal moment came when her father shared a powerful message about her name, which means peace. He reminded her that no matter what happens externally, she must keep her inner peace anchored. This wisdom helped her shift her perspective and start her healing journey.
[00:16:38]
Irene realized she needed to get ready for what’s next rather than stay stuck in the past. She embraced self-development, coaching, and emotional intelligence training, using these tools to rebuild her confidence and purpose.
[00:20:57]
She explains how coaching became both a healing process and a career path. Studying emotional intelligence and mindset coaching allowed her to not only help others but also understand her own emotions and triggers on a deeper level.
[00:31:30]
Irene introduces her Mosaic Integral Leadership System, a framework that helps people move from setbacks to purpose. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing how your mind operates, how emotions impact decisions, and how past experiences shape your identity.
[00:39:17]
She discusses her ongoing journey of radical becoming, choosing to believe that even the most painful setbacks serve a greater purpose. She shares that she continues to hold hope for reconnection with her son and sees her life’s work as part of her healing.
[00:49:14]
Irene’s final advice: “Believe that you are enough, even in the midst of challenges. Find what excites you, and use your mind to intentionally design your future. Your setbacks are not the end—they are the foundation of your legacy.”