Essentially You

Harnessing the Power of Growth Mindset in Crisis Management

Welcome to Essentially You, a podcast dedicated to delving into the science of happiness and well-being, providing new insights for coaches and leaders. In this episode, host Mark Mathia explores the concept of growth mindset, introduced by psychologist Carol Dweck, and its transformative impact on crisis management.

Navigating the tricky waters of business and leadership often feels like an overwhelming challenge. In these moments, Mathia encourages applying a growth mindset, the belief that intelligence and abilities are not fixed but can be improved with hard work. Dweck's research revealed that individuals who embrace effort and growth outperform those who believe in inherent, unchangeable traits.

Adopting a growth mindset in crisis management reframes challenges as growth opportunities rather than insurmountable obstacles. It promotes optimism, solution-oriented thinking, and motivates teams to strive towards a common goal. Mathia emphasizes the positive impact of leading by example and proposes practical ways to adopt a growth mindset, including embracing challenges, learning from mistakes, seeking feedback, focusing on progress (not perfection), and continuous learning.

Mathia uses the example of Nelson Mandela, who held onto his beliefs and used his imprisonment time to learn, grow, and prepare for his leadership role, demonstrating the potential of a growth mindset in overcoming adversity. The benefits are clear: fostering resilience, innovation, and empowering the team by transforming challenging situations into growth opportunities.

Fear and worry are only useful when they motivate action, and maintaining a growth mindset ensures they don't overtake our faculties. This episode challenges you to adopt these principles and get after it as your work awaits. Emphasizing growth and progress over perfection, Mark Mathia encourages stepped and planned development to create a cohesive and driven team, prepared to navigate through any crisis effectively.

From Burnout to Bliss: A Climb to Success in 2024

As coaching leaders, we have a crucial role in promoting wellbeing. Our wellbeing and happiness have a significant impact on our colleagues and our organization's financial success. Therefore, we should strive to create a positive environment where our colleagues and we can focus on our physical, mental, and emotional health. 

The Surprising Truth About Self-Awareness and Narcissism

Today's episode is about self-awareness and Narcissism and why they are not the same thing. We've all heard the term narcissism used in popular culture to describe someone who is self-absorbed, but what does it really mean? And how can we develop self-awareness without becoming narcissistic? 

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Why I Podcast (and you should too.)

Welcome to Essentially You, the show that empowers coaches and coaching leaders to bring their best selves to work daily. In this episode, we'll discuss why I podcast and why you should consider it. Welcome to the show.

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The Glorious Tension

Welcome to the latest episode of Essentially You, where we are tripping our way through the Advent season together and exploring how we, as leaders, can learn from the holiday season. In this episode, we will discuss the four traditional themes of Advent - love, peace, joy, and hope - and how they correspond to successful leadership. I will also share four coaching questions to help you close out 2023 with purpose and enter the new year with momentum. So please sit back, relax, and join us on this adventure of self-discovery and leadership development.

Joy in the Making

Welcome to Essentially You, the podcast where we discuss everything from how to lead a team to how to lead a parade. Just kidding, we haven't covered that one yet, but we do have a fantastic episode for you today! Get ready to light up your leadership with joy as we explore the meaning behind the third week of Advent and how to cultivate joy in your daily leadership walk. So sit back, relax, and get ready to be inspired to lead with joy!

Prepare to be Prepared - Part 2

In the latest episode of the Essentially You podcast, I'll share insights on anticipation and preparedness in leadership through the advent season. This special edition series is designed to help us lead well through the holiday season. Whether you are a CEO, a parent, or a community leader, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to cultivate a sense of calm and purpose during the busy season. Tune in to the Essentially You podcast to learn more!

Leading Through the Holidays

Welcome to the Essentially You podcast; today, we begin a month-long series about leading through the Advent season. It's that time of year again when we reflect on the past year and prepare for the upcoming one. We'll explore the best leading practices through this time of year. So please sit back, relax, and trip through December together. 

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Perfect Gratitude

Welcome to the latest episode of Essentially You. Today's episode is about the importance of gratitude and effective partnerships in leadership. We dive into why practicing gratitude is not just a feel-good soft skill but a powerful leadership tool that can improve mental health, increase productivity, and boost emotional intelligence. We also discuss the value of partnering with others to achieve goals and how to build and maintain trust in work relationships. Join us as we explore unconventional ways to incorporate gratitude into your daily routine and strengthen your ability to partner with others. So, please sit back, relax, and let's dive into the world of leadership with gratitude and effective partnerships.

Burn it up, not out

Welcome to Essentially You. In this week's episode, we're diving deep into burnout and how to heal. At some point in our careers, we can feel overwhelmed at work and struggle to balance our daily lives. I've been there and done that - so sit back, relax, and get ready to learn how to heal from burnout and start living your best life.