What if the key to your highest performance, deepest peace, and most alive life… wasn’t about doing more, but about being more you?

In this episode of Beneath The Surface, Sean DeLaney explores what he calls The Unobstructed Way—a path where your essence, your expression, and your environment come into full alignment. This isn’t self-help fluff. It’s a wake-up call. A return to truth. A mirror that reflects the cost of living out of sync with who you are and the immense power of reclaiming it.

You’ll discover:

• Why most people don’t fail from lack of ability, but from inner obstruction
• The hidden friction that blocks flow, creativity, and performance
• Why authenticity isn’t soft—it’s your greatest edge
• The difference between imitation and embodiment
• The top regret of the dying—and how to avoid it by living more fully, now
• A 3-part framework to help you find and live your own Unobstructed Way: → Essence – who you are at your core → Expression – how your truth moves in the world → Environment – the conditions where you thrive

This episode is an invitation to drop the mask, dismantle the noise, and step fully into your Unobstructed Way. Because when you stop holding back who you are… You don’t just perform better. You live better.

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We’ve all been taught that in order to succeed, we need to push harder, grind longer, and sacrifice joy now in hopes of earning it later. But what if that model, the one most high performers live inside, is the very thing keeping us from our best?

In this episode, Sean DeLaney unpacks one of the most powerful, paradoxical truths about performance: 

You don’t perform at your best by gripping harder. You perform at your best when you’re free.

This isn’t about throwing out discipline or abandoning your goals. It’s about releasing the identities, fears, and outcome attachments that block your presence — and returning to the state where your highest self actually lives.

We’ll explore:

• The hidden trap of identity and the performance persona
• What happens when you stop performing for approval
• How to work toward meaningful goals without being held hostage by outcomes
• Why the present moment is the only place your genius lives

If you’re tired of achieving but not feeling fully alive… If you want to reclaim presence without losing ambition… This one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now and start living from the version of you that flows — not the one that’s forcing it.

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This is Beneath the Surface — a new solo series from Sean DeLaney, creator and host of What Got You There.

This series is a place where I bring you the ideas I’m sitting with most — the ones that challenge me, change me, and bring me back to what actually matters.

These episodes aren’t about adding more to your to-do list. They’re about going deeper into what it means to live, lead, and create from a place of truth.

In this short trailer, I’ll share:

• What this series is (and isn’t)

• The kinds of questions we’ll explore

• Why I believe high performance and aliveness belong in the same sentence

If you’re someone who’s driven but craving more depth, If you’ve been successful on the outside but wondering what’s next inside, You’re in the right place.

Beneath the Surface is where we return to what’s real.

💬 Stay Connected with Sean

🌐 Explore more at WhatGotYouThere.com 📚 Get my latest books, tools & coaching SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com 📩 Reach out or connect with me directly [email protected] 

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I just released my latest book, When Life Begins to Whisper: A Journey Beyond Answers! 🎉 

To celebrate, I’m doing a massive giveaway! You’ll have the chance to win:

• A personalized autographed copy of When Life Begins to Whisper.
• And a 60-minute Zoom call with me to talk about anything—your journey, the book, or whatever’s on your mind.

Here’s how to enter: From now until December 19th, post something on social media about any of my books—whether it’s When Life Begins to Whisper or Masterpiece in Progress: A Daily Guide to a Life Well Crafted—and make sure to tag me. That’s it!

About The Book: I wrote this book for the seekers, the wonderers, and those who feel deeply. It’s not for those looking to skim the surface of life. It’s for those seeking the depths!

This isn’t a book about quick fixes or life hacks—It is an exploration of those edges where life strips us bare and forces us to confront what truly matters.

It’s a journey through pain, awakening, awareness, and love—four forces that shape us, break us, and rebuild us.

I took When Life Begins to Whisper and plugged it into Google’s new AI, NotebookLM. It generated an incredible podcast-style conversation about the book that I think you’ll love and I'm sharing it on this episode as well!

Are you a high performer ready to take your work and life to the next level? Discover how my executive performance coaching can help you achieve your goals. Learn more at www.SeanDeLaneyCoaching.com.

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Brian Dawkins is an NFL Hall-of-Famer who played 16 seasons in the National Football League, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles. Brian is regarded as one of the greatest safeties of all time and during his illustrious career was named to nine Pro Bowls and five All-Pro first teams. Brian was the heart and soul of the Eagles defense and on this episode he discusses what it takes to become great, that challenges he faced that lead to his growth and what each of us can do to uncover and unleash more of our potential!

https://briandawkins.com/

Brian’s Book Blessed by the Best: My Journey to Canton and Beyond - https://amzn.to/3GkdgcB

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I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success.

Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

I exclusively work with high-achieving CEOs, executives, and professional athletes who, even at the height of their careers, continue to explore deeper avenues of potential. While these driven individuals aspire for elevated professional heights, they equally crave profound personal fulfillment and a distinct path to infuse their lives with more clarity, direction and purpose.

My Books

Masterpiece In Progress: A Daily Guide to a Life Well Crafted & Insights of the Ages: Quotes for a Life Well Crafted!

Checkout what people are saying about the book: “Intensely positive and upbeat, Sean DeLaney crafts a master class in personal development. This book is about the art of AMPing up your life.” – Frank Slootman, CEO, Snowflake and author of Amp It Up

“The brilliance of Masterpiece in Progress is its ability to impact us all and in all aspects of our lives, whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, author, aspiring executive, parent, friend, coach or mentor. Sean’s insights light your path as he delves deep, providing not just inspiration but tangible tools to help you craft the life you envision. A masterclass in self-growth and a must read.” – Scott O’Neil, CEO, Merlin Entertainments and former CEO of Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils

“Operating in some of the world’s most challenging environments, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of grit, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Masterpiece in Progress embodies these principles, offering a roadmap to all who aim to conquer their personal and professional battles.”— Michael Burns, US Navy SEAL (Retired), Bronze Star Medal with Valor

“Sean’s beautiful, thoughtful writing reminds you what’s important and calls your attention to a perspective that lifts your spirit each day. Highly recommended.” – Derek Sivers, author, sive.rs

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Paul Black is Portfolio Manager and Chief Executive Officer at WCM Investment Management. As a member of the Investment Strategy Groups for the firm’s global, fundamental growth strategies, his primary responsibility is portfolio management. In more than 30 years in the investment industry, he has served previously as a portfolio manager with Wells Fargo Private Banking Group and Bank of America. After joining WCM in 1989, Black took $200 million under management and turned it into $100 Billion at the start of 2022. In this episode Paul hits on the crucial component understanding a companies culture has in their investment process, how to develop a winning culture and what you can do as a leader to get more out of your people. *This episode was recorded in August of 2022. https://wcminvest.com/  

I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success.

Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

I exclusively work with high-achieving CEOs, executives, and professional athletes who, even at the height of their careers, continue to explore deeper avenues of potential. While these driven individuals aspire for elevated professional heights, they equally crave profound personal fulfillment and a distinct path to infuse their lives with more clarity, direction and purpose.

My Books

Masterpiece In Progress: A Daily Guide to a Life Well Crafted & Insights of the Ages: Quotes for a Life Well Crafted!

Checkout what people are saying about the book: “Intensely positive and upbeat, Sean DeLaney crafts a master class in personal development. This book is about the art of AMPing up your life.” – Frank Slootman, CEO, Snowflake and author of Amp It Up

“The brilliance of Masterpiece in Progress is its ability to impact us all and in all aspects of our lives, whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, author, aspiring executive, parent, friend, coach or mentor. Sean’s insights light your path as he delves deep, providing not just inspiration but tangible tools to help you craft the life you envision. A masterclass in self-growth and a must read.” – Scott O’Neil, CEO, Merlin Entertainments and former CEO of Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils

“Operating in some of the world’s most challenging environments, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of grit, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Masterpiece in Progress embodies these principles, offering a roadmap to all who aim to conquer their personal and professional battles.”— Michael Burns, US Navy SEAL (Retired), Bronze Star Medal with Valor

“Sean’s beautiful, thoughtful writing reminds you what’s important and calls your attention to a perspective that lifts your spirit each day. Highly recommended.” – Derek Sivers, author, sive.rs

 

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At the time of this recording Sean is not a client of WCM. 

Discover the wisdom behind living a fulfilled life with William Green, the acclaimed author of Richer, Wiser, Happier. In this episode, William shares profound insights and practical strategies on achieving true wealth, wisdom, and happiness.

Today on the podcast I’m sharing 2 wisdom rich conversations I had with William Green! 

Over the last quarter of a century, he has interviewed many of the world’s best investors, exploring in depth the question of what qualities and insights enable them to achieve enduring success and he shares those principles in these conversations.  William is one of those people in life that every time I sit down with a leave with pages of notes on ideas that seem invaluable to crafting a life well lived. 

Please enjoy these two wide ranging conversation that took place in April 2021 and July of 2023.

I'm Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success.

Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

I exclusively work with high-achieving CEOs, executives, and professional athletes who, even at the height of their careers, continue to explore deeper avenues of potential. While these driven individuals aspire for elevated professional heights, they equally crave profound personal fulfillment and a distinct path to infuse their lives with more clarity, direction and purpose.

Interested in working together? – https://whatgotyouthere.com/coaching/

My Books

Masterpiece In Progress: A Daily Guide to a Life Well Crafted & Insights of the Ages: Quotes for a Life Well Crafted!

Checkout what people are saying about the book: “Intensely positive and upbeat, Sean DeLaney crafts a master class in personal development. This book is about the art of AMPing up your life.” – Frank Slootman, CEO, Snowflake and author of Amp It Up

“The brilliance of Masterpiece in Progress is its ability to impact us all and in all aspects of our lives, whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, author, aspiring executive, parent, friend, coach or mentor. Sean’s insights light your path as he delves deep, providing not just inspiration but tangible tools to help you craft the life you envision. A masterclass in self-growth and a must read.” – Scott O’Neil, CEO, Merlin Entertainments and former CEO of Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils

“Operating in some of the world’s most challenging environments, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of grit, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Masterpiece in Progress embodies these principles, offering a roadmap to all who aim to conquer their personal and professional battles.”— Michael Burns, US Navy SEAL (Retired), Bronze Star Medal with Valor

“Sean’s beautiful, thoughtful writing reminds you what’s important and calls your attention to a perspective that lifts your spirit each day. Highly recommended.” – Derek Sivers, author, sive.rs

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Today on the podcast I revisit one of my all time conversations with Adam Robison for our Classics Series! Adam is the Co- Founder of The Princeton Review, a rated chess master, an advisor to large hedge funds and financial institutions. The breadth and depth of Adams knowledge and curiosity is on full display in this conversation! You'll see why he’s one of my favorite thinkers!

3 things you’ll learn from this episode:

• The ideas Adam feels have been most impactful in improving his life.
• How to get people excited about your vision.
• The 4 stages of all creations.

Please enjoy this conversation with Adam Robinson which took place in May of 2022 and as always you can watch listen and read the transcript at whatgotyouthere.com

I'm Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success.

Interested in working together? https://seandelaneycoaching.com

My Books

Masterpiece In Progress: A Daily Guide to a Life Well Crafted & Insights of the Ages: Quotes for a Life Well Crafted!

Checkout what people are saying about the book: “Intensely positive and upbeat, Sean DeLaney crafts a master class in personal development. This book is about the art of AMPing up your life.” – Frank Slootman, CEO, Snowflake and author of Amp It Up

“The brilliance of Masterpiece in Progress is its ability to impact us all and in all aspects of our lives, whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, author, aspiring executive, parent, friend, coach or mentor. Sean’s insights light your path as he delves deep, providing not just inspiration but tangible tools to help you craft the life you envision. A masterclass in self-growth and a must read.” – Scott O’Neil, CEO, Merlin Entertainments and former CEO of Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils

“Operating in some of the world’s most challenging environments, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of grit, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Masterpiece in Progress embodies these principles, offering a roadmap to all who aim to conquer their personal and professional battles.”— Michael Burns, US Navy SEAL (Retired), Bronze Star Medal with Valor

“Sean’s beautiful, thoughtful writing reminds you what’s important and calls your attention to a perspective that lifts your spirit each day. Highly recommended.” – Derek Sivers, author, sive.rs

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Christopher M. Begg is the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Investment Officer, and Co-Founder of East Coast Asset Management, Inc. Chris is also currently an Adjunct Associate Professor at Columbia Business School where he teaches Security Analysis. 

Chris is one of the most thoughtful people I know and I wanted to share his love of learning that comes through. Chris to me is part philosopher, artists, scientist and investor and our conversation will show you the breadth, depth and height of his knowledge across these domains.

On this episode we also dive into these 3 things.

• His mindset - PIPER- Persistent Incremental Progress Eternally Repeated
• How to develop and compound your learning process
• And the most important principle he’s come across in the last year!

Episode Video + Transcript - https://whatgotyouthere.com/portfolio/366-chris-begg-investing-in-persistent-incremental-progress-and-lifelong-learning-podcast-with-sean-delaney/

Who am I?

I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success.

I exclusively work with high-achieving CEOs, executives, and professional athletes who, even at the height of their careers, continue to explore deeper avenues of potential. While these driven individuals aspire for elevated professional heights, they equally crave profound personal fulfillment and a distinct path to infuse their lives with more clarity, direction and purpose.

Interested in working together? - https://seandelaneycoaching.com

My Books

Masterpiece In Progress: A Daily Guide to a Life Well Crafted & Insights of the Ages: Quotes for a Life Well Crafted!

http://whatgotyouthere.com/

 

Brian Holman, the esteemed head coach of the Boston Cannons in the Premier Lacrosse League. Brian, a three-time All-American and NCAA Champion, shares invaluable insights from his storied career, from his playing days at Johns Hopkins to coaching triumphs at North Carolina and the University of Utah. As my mentor during my time at UNC, Brian's profound influence on my approach to leadership, overcoming adversity, and fatherhood is unparalleled. We discuss his unwavering moral fabric, his dedication to excellence, and the remarkable bond he shares with his son Marcus, offering a blueprint for fostering strong relationships and impactful coaching. Tune in for a conversation rich with wisdom, character, and the relentless pursuit of growth. Don't miss out on this episode that promises to inspire and enlighten.

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I am Sean DeLaney, the executive performance coach with over a decade of experience working with CEOs, executives, and leadership teams, guiding them beyond traditional definitions of success.

I exclusively work with high-achieving CEOs, executives, and professional athletes who, even at the height of their careers, continue to explore deeper avenues of potential. While these driven individuals aspire for elevated professional heights, they equally crave profound personal fulfillment and a distinct path to infuse their lives with more clarity, direction and purpose.

Interested in working together? – https://whatgotyouthere.com/coaching/

My Books – Masterpiece In Progress: A Daily Guide to a Life Well Crafted & Insights of the Ages: Quotes for a Life Well Crafted!

Checkout what people are saying about the book: “Intensely positive and upbeat, Sean DeLaney crafts a master class in personal development. This book is about the art of AMPing up your life.” – Frank Slootman, CEO, Snowflake and author of Amp It Up

“The brilliance of Masterpiece in Progress is its ability to impact us all and in all aspects of our lives, whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, author, aspiring executive, parent, friend, coach or mentor. Sean’s insights light your path as he delves deep, providing not just inspiration but tangible tools to help you craft the life you envision. A masterclass in self-growth and a must read.” – Scott O’Neil, CEO, Merlin Entertainments and former CEO of Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils

“Operating in some of the world’s most challenging environments, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of grit, resilience, and relentless pursuit of excellence. Masterpiece in Progress embodies these principles, offering a roadmap to all who aim to conquer their personal and professional battles.”— Michael Burns, US Navy SEAL (Retired), Bronze Star Medal with Valor