Episodes

7 days ago
7 days ago
Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, hosted by Coach Mark Mathia, where ambitious leaders come to amplify their influence and unlock their potential. In this episode, we delve into the pivotal role of technology in transforming the workplace dynamics. Discover how smart systems can alleviate the burden of monotonous tasks, boosting productivity and creativity. Coach Mark shares actionable insights and his 'RISE' framework—Reflect, Integrate, Simplify, and Experiment—for integrating technology seamlessly into your workflow. Learn why true progress is not about endless toil but about embracing tools that help you lead yourself and your team to success. Tune in to explore how tech can amplify your moments and drive meaningful change.

Saturday Mar 15, 2025
Unlocking Your Quiet Power: Embracing the Introvert's Voice
Saturday Mar 15, 2025
Saturday Mar 15, 2025
Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where host Coach Mark Mathia empowers introverts to find and use their voice to create meaningful change. This episode focuses on the transformative power of embracing quiet strength and stepping into the light to make a difference. Mark discusses practical steps for introverts to elevate their impact, from speaking to one trusted individual to volunteering their voice for causes they care about. Discover how intentional communication can enhance self-esteem, foster connections, and build a legacy of service and purpose. Join us as we explore strategies for harnessing your inner strength and becoming a voice for change.

Saturday Mar 08, 2025
Resilience Unleashed: Building Grit in High-Pressure Careers
Saturday Mar 08, 2025
Saturday Mar 08, 2025
Join host Mark Mathia on the Essentially You podcast as he delves into the art of cultivating resilience in high-pressure careers. Discover three powerful interventions—clarity through feedback, energy over exhaustion, and purpose-driven anchors—that transform grit from a mere buzzword into a tangible tool for success. With insights from Angela Duckworth's research and real-world stories, learn how to navigate career challenges with purpose and perseverance. Whether you're leading a team, managing a company, or striving to stay afloat in a demanding job, this episode offers strategies to enhance your leadership and impact.

Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Unlocking High Achiever Well-Being with ALOHA
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
In this episode of Essentially You, Coach Mark Mathia introduces a groundbreaking model of well-being for high achievers: the ALOHA framework. Designed to match the hustle of driven individuals, ALOHA stands for Achievement, Legacy, Others, Health, and Adventure. Coach Mark provides a dynamic comparison between ALOHA and the well-established PERMA model by Dr. Marty Seligman, exploring their similarities and differences in enhancing performance and well-being.
Listeners will discover how ALOHA fosters an environment where winning, building a legacy, nurturing relationships, maintaining holistic health, and embracing adventure are key components. This episode offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs, athletes, and leaders striving for excellence in both their personal and professional lives.
Join the conversation to learn how these frameworks can guide your next steps in achieving greatness and maintaining well-being, and find out if you're ready to take the leap into transformative coaching.

Saturday Feb 22, 2025
The Hidden Revolution: How Emotional Currency is Changing Leadership
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where we challenge traditional leadership paradigms and explore the hidden revolution reshaping influence and impact. In this episode, host Mark Mathia delves into the underestimated power of hope, trust, and compassion in leadership. Building on surprising data from Gallup, Mark unpacks how followers are rewriting the rules, demanding emotional currency over control and authority.
Join us as we explore real-world examples and introduce a bold new leadership model focused on emotional engagement. Mark offers actionable strategies to lead this transformative shift, urging leaders to evaluate hope, break trust molds, and embrace compassion in the workplace. Packed with insights and a call to action, this episode is a wake-up call for leaders to adapt and thrive in the evolving landscape of leadership. What's your next move in this silent revolution?

Saturday Feb 15, 2025
Turning Setbacks into Comebacks: The Power of Resilience
Saturday Feb 15, 2025
Saturday Feb 15, 2025
Welcome to another episode of the Essentially You podcast, where high-achieving leaders come to elevate their impact and unlock their fullest potential. Host Mark Mathia dives deep into the importance of resilience, focusing on transforming setbacks into powerful comebacks. Learn how to embrace failure as feedback, cultivate grit, build supportive networks, set realistic goals, and practice mindfulness for personal and professional growth. Discover science-backed strategies for young professionals to navigate challenges and quit with intentionality. Join the conversation and start leading yourself towards meaningful change.

Saturday Feb 08, 2025
Discover the Power of Reflective Journaling
Saturday Feb 08, 2025
Saturday Feb 08, 2025
Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where leaders come to elevate their impact and unlock their fullest potential. Join host Mark Mathia as he shares the powerful technique of reflective journaling to enhance self-awareness, improve critical thinking, and foster personal and professional growth.
Learn how this simple practice can lead to significant improvements in your leadership journey by understanding your actions and motivations better. Discover the benefits of stress reduction, enhanced emotional regulation, and continuous learning through Mark's insightful questions and guidance.
Reflect on your core values, prepare for events, assess your impact on others, and integrate feedback effectively. This episode offers practical steps to elevate your moments and lead authentically, making lasting changes in your leadership style.

Sunday Feb 02, 2025
Unlocking Leadership Potential: The Power of Coaching and Counseling
Sunday Feb 02, 2025
Sunday Feb 02, 2025
In this episode of the Essentially You podcast, host Mark Mathia explores the critical role of both counseling and coaching in leadership development. Discover how these two approaches complement each other, offering leaders a holistic path to personal and professional growth.
Mark delves into the primary focuses and distinguishing factors of counseling versus coaching, providing insights into when each might be necessary. Leaders are encouraged to invest in both for enhanced performance and emotional resilience.
Learn from real-world lessons and inspiring stories about integrating external support to create thriving, authentic leaders who can drive change and elevate their teams. Tune in to uncover strategies that promote clarity, courage, and a commitment to continual growth.

Sunday Jan 26, 2025
Mastering Your Life's Rhythm: A Leadership Symphony
Sunday Jan 26, 2025
Sunday Jan 26, 2025
Welcome to the Essentially You podcast with your host, Mark Mathia. In this episode, explore the transformative power of rhythm as a guiding principle in both personal and professional life. Discover intentional practices inspired by musical scores and positive psychology to enhance well-being and productivity.
Join the conversation as Mark shares five practical strategies to help you set intentions, find your natural tempo, embrace silence, harmonize with others, and reflect on life's crescendos and pauses. Elevate your mindset and create your unique life soundtrack. Tune in to unlock your fullest potential and lead with purpose.

Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Mastering Your Emotions for Leadership Success
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Welcome to a new season where we put creating transformative moments first. In this episode we delve into the core of effective leadership through emotional intelligence. Join Coach Mark Mathia as he explores the profound impact of controlling our responses instead of reacting impulsively.
Discover the timeless wisdom of Stoic philosophy and learn why Mel Robbins' acclaimed book "Let Them" is a must-read for leaders aspiring to make reasoned decisions. Uncover practical strategies to practice self-awareness and elevate your impact.
In this engaging conversation, gain insights on releasing control over what's external and focusing on mastering your mindset. Start your journey towards leading with clarity, courage, and a commitment to growth today. Elevate Your Moments #stoicism #leadership #Emotionalintelligence #Personalgrowth