Essentially You

Embracing Equanimity: The Secret to Balanced Leadership

Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where we explore the science of happiness and well-being to help coaches and coaching leaders bring out the best in themselves and those they serve. Join host Mark Mathia on a journey of discovery and inspiration.

In this episode, Mark delves into the concept of equanimity, a state of mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially during difficult situations. Learn how a yoga class revelation transformed his approach to business leadership, helping him navigate the turbulent world of team management and decision-making with a balanced mind.

Discover practical tips on practicing equanimity through mindfulness, deep breathing, perspective taking, self-care, and continuous learning. Mark shares his personal experiences and insights on how maintaining equanimity can lead to a more productive work environment and resilient leadership.

Join us as we explore how equanimity can be your anchor in both personal and professional life, fostering clarity, compassion, and strategic decision-making. Stay balanced, stay positive, and unlock your true potential as a leader.

 

Maximize Your Learning: Creating and Implementing an Integration Plan

Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where we explore the science of happiness and well-being to help coaches and coaching leaders bring out the best in themselves and those they serve. Join host Mark Mathia as he delves into how to maximize learning experiences by creating an integration plan and putting those learnings into action.

In this episode, Mark shares insights from the Global Leadership Summit and discusses the importance of not just consuming information, but actively applying it to achieve personal and professional growth. He offers 10 practical ways to create and execute an integration plan, ensuring that new knowledge is effectively retained and utilized.

Whether you've attended a workshop, read a book, or taken a course, this episode will provide you with actionable strategies to deepen your understanding, enhance your productivity, and create positive changes in your work and life. Tune in to discover how to turn your learning into lasting impact and become the kind of leader others want to follow.

Unleashing the Power of Belief to Transform Your Vision

Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where we explore the science of happiness and well-being to help coaches and coaching leaders bring out the best in themselves and those they serve. Join me, Mark Mathia, on a journey of discovery and inspiration.

In this episode, we delve into how belief can amplify our results and bring ideas to life in outstanding ways. Belief is not just a passive feeling or wishful thinking; it's a powerful force that can shape our reality and influence our actions. We will explore four ways to turn our beliefs into results: imagining what's possible, standing in the truth, being persistent and never giving up, and being magnetic to multiply belief.

Learn practical tips on how to visualize your vision, stand firm in reality, persist through challenges, and attract the support and resources needed to bring your vision to life. By applying these strategies, you can create a belief that is powerful, influential, and transformative, making a significant impact in your career and life.

 

The Unsung Heroes: Coaching Excellence from the Olympics to the Boardroom

The city is Paris. The year is 2024. The event is the Olympic Games. As the world watches thousands of athletes from over 200 countries compete in over 33 sports, we celebrate not only their dedication and skill but also the unsung heroes behind their success—the coaches. Coaches guide, motivate, and support athletes, helping them achieve their dreams and honor the Olympic spirit.

But coaching isn't limited to athletics. Organizational leaders are also discovering the power and career edge that coaching offers. In this episode, we explore six parallels between athletic coaching and business coaching, demonstrating how targeted skill development, performance optimization, continuous improvement, accountability, adapting to pressure, and long-term commitment can drive peak performance in both fields.

Join us as we delve into the ways coaching transforms lives, whether on the track or in the boardroom. Learn how effective coaching helps individuals and organizations thrive in highly competitive environments through focused, dedicated effort and expert guidance. Celebrate the spirit of coaching and its impact on personal and professional growth.

Cheers to the Olympic spirit and the transformative power of coaching!

Unlocking Your Leadership Potential: Mastering Executive Coaching

Welcome to the Essentially You podcast! In this episode, we delve deep into the world of executive coaching and how to make the most of your investment. Discover the transformative power of coaching and learn essential best practices to elevate your leadership skills, overcome challenges, and accelerate your career growth.

We start by discussing the importance of understanding that time is money. Respecting both your coach’s time and your own is crucial for maximizing the value of your sessions. Prepare an agenda, be punctual, and stay focused on the issues that matter most.

Next, we emphasize the concept of show up to grow. Engage fully in your sessions by eliminating distractions, being open-minded, and ready to challenge your assumptions. Authenticity and vulnerability are key to unlocking your potential.

We then explore the idea of leaning in and trusting the process. Embrace the discomfort and uncertainties that come with growth. Trust that your coach has your best interest at heart and that the process, though not linear, will lead you to your desired outcomes.

Finally, we highlight the importance of doing your homework. Active participation and follow-through are essential. Implement what you learn, track your progress, and hold yourself accountable. A coaching journal can be a powerful tool for this purpose.

Join us as we unpack these concepts and provide practical tips to ensure you get the most out of your executive coaching experience. Invest in yourself, embrace the journey, and watch as you transform into a greater leader.

Unlocking Coaching Potential with CliftonStrengths and Enneagram Insights

Welcome to the Essentially You Podcast, where we explore the science of happiness and well-being to help coaches and coaching leaders bring out the best in themselves and those they serve. If you're looking for new approaches to serve your clients or create a culture of positivity and well-being in your organization, you're in the right place.

Join me, Mark Mathia, on a journey of discovery and inspiration. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of hummingbirds and draw parallels to coaching techniques. Learn how to coach like a hummingbird by leveraging the powerful tools of CliftonStrengths and the Enneagram.

Discover how CliftonStrengths focuses on identifying innate talents and strengths while the Enneagram explores core motivations and behavioral patterns. When combined, these tools provide a comprehensive understanding of clients, enhancing the coaching experience.

 

Quitting with Grace: Transforming Endings into New Beginnings

Welcome to the Essentially You Podcast, where we explore the science of happiness and well-being to help coaches and coaching leaders bring out the best in themselves and those they serve. Join host Mark Mathia as he delves into the art of quitting with grace and dignity.

In this episode, Mark challenges the conventional wisdom that "quitters never win" by sharing his personal experiences and insights from over 30 years in the business world. He explains how quitting can be a strategic decision that opens up new opportunities, rather than a sign of weakness or failure.

Mark recounts his own story of quitting a high-stress job without proper reflection and preparation, and the lessons he learned from that experience. He emphasizes the importance of quitting with a clear vision, gratitude, and humility, and shares inspiring examples of leaders like George Washington, Oprah Winfrey, and Steve Jobs who quit the right way.

Throughout the episode, Mark offers practical advice on how to use coaching and positive psychology to quit well. He suggests asking yourself key questions to ensure you leave any situation better than you found it and with a bold vision for the future.

Tune in to discover how quitting well can lead to new beginnings and greater leadership in all seasons of your life.

Turning Setbacks into Success: Building Resilience and Confidence

Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where we explore the science of happiness and well-being to help coaches and coaching leaders bring out the best in themselves and those they serve. If you're looking for new approaches to serve your clients or looking to create a culture of positivity and well-being in your organization, join me, Mark Mathia, on a journey of discovery and inspiration.

Have you ever experienced a major setback at work? Maybe you lost a big client, were fired, missed a deadline, or received negative feedback from your boss. How did you cope with it? Did you feel discouraged, angry, or ashamed? Or did you bounce back quickly and learn from the experience? Setbacks are inevitable in any career, but they don't have to define or derail us. In fact, they can be opportunities for growth, improvement, and innovation.

In this episode, we'll explore ways to show up as our best self after a setback at work based on the principles of positive psychology, which is the scientific study of what makes life worth living and how we can cultivate our strengths, happiness, and well-being. We'll draw on insights from experts like Arthur Brooks, Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar, and Dr. Angela Duckworth. They will teach us how to build resilience, strengthen our confidence, and offer hope in the face of adversity.

Join us as we delve into these strategies and more, transforming setbacks into opportunities for growth and inspiring others to do the same. Together, we can create a culture of positivity and resilience in the workplace.

 

Creating Powerful Coaching Moments: Elevation, Insight, Pride, and Connection

Welcome to the Essentially You Podcast, where we delve into the science of happiness and well-being to empower coaches and leaders. In this episode, Mark shares best practices and insights on how to create powerful and memorable moments in coaching conversations.

Inspired by Chip and Dan Heath's book, "The Power of Moments," Mark explores the concept of creating impactful experiences by focusing on four key elements: elevation, insight, pride, and connection. Learn how to elevate your coaching sessions by breaking routines, offering transformative insights, celebrating achievements, and building strong connections.

Discover practical techniques and examples from renowned experts like Tony Robbins and Patrick Lencioni, and find out how you can apply these strategies to make a difference in your clients' lives. Join us on this journey of discovery and inspiration, and start creating moments of impact in your coaching practice.

Unleashing Whole Health: The Power of Coaching for Optimal Well-Being

Welcome to the Essentially You podcast, where we delve into the science of happiness and well-being to empower coaches and leaders. If you're eager to discover new methods to better serve your clients or foster a culture of positivity within your organization, this episode is for you.

Join host Mark Mathia as he explores the concept of Whole Health Week, an annual event dedicated to promoting a holistic approach to wellness. Discover the significance of integrating physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and occupational aspects of health to achieve optimal well-being.

Learn about the profound impact of leveraging strengths in daily life and how it can lead to higher engagement, better quality of life, and reduced turnover rates. Mark shares insights on how coaching can be a powerful tool to support your whole health journey by helping you identify and utilize your unique strengths.

Mark also offers practical tips on how to pinpoint your strengths and align them with your wellness goals, ensuring a more enjoyable and effective path to success. Whether it's improving physical health or enhancing overall life satisfaction, this episode provides valuable guidance on making whole health a part of your everyday performance.

Join the conversation and start your journey towards a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life with the power of coaching and whole health.