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The Founders Catalyst Podcast
Join high-performance leadership experts Coach Lee Povey and Coach Steve Mellor as they dive into the challenges and triumphs faced by today’s founders, start-up executives, and high achievers.
Each episode features candid conversations, actionable insights, and real-world advice designed to help high achievers scale their businesses, develop resilient teams, and navigate the ever-changing entrepreneurial landscape.
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As high achievers, we often wear our busyness like a badge of honor
As high achievers, we often wear our busyness like a badge of honor. Success, productivity, and meeting responsibilities take center stage while our well-being quietly falls to the bottom of the list. Sound familiar?
Dyslexia, Neurodivergence and Founder Success
In this insightful video with the Lexic Minds Podcast, I share my perspective on supporting founders and leaders. In our discussion, we go through the challenges of Dyslexia and the pressures of entrepreneurship.
From Setbacks to Success: Conquering the World of Cycling and Obstacles
Rise to the Challenge Podcast is dedicated to unveiling real life stories and genuine motivations that resonate across all generations, and I’m absolutely thrilled to be featured!
During this episode, I had an amazing time diving deep into my journey, discussing my experiences in leadership, and sharing valuable insights and lessons I’ve learned along the way. It was a great opportunity to reflect on the challenges I've faced and the growth that has come from them
Master the Olympic Mindset: What Every Leader Can Learn from Top Athletes
I’m incredibly grateful to have been interviewed for Owl & Key’s UNLOCKED podcast. Thank you Krista and Phil Franks for all you do in supporting leaders and men to be even better versions of themselves!
Tune in now to discover how YOU can apply the Olympic mindset to your journey.
I’ve always been a bit different from the typical guy.
I struggled to have many male friends when I was younger, even though I was very sporty and did team sports. I just didn't know how to have those close relationships, as it had never been modeled to me by my dad, who didn't have friends, just guys he occasionally rode a bike with. I never had uncles or those older men to look up to and learn from.
The need to be liked…
The impact of our need to be liked often comes up in how it influences our decisions, relationships, and effectiveness.
I’ve noticed for me, it can play out as envy too. Feeling sad/envious when I see others getting acknowledged when I think my efforts were unseen.
The Cookie Jar Method
The “cookie jar method” for understanding the value of positive feedback.
I’m writing this post straight after an executive group coaching call, and WOW, did we go deep today? I’m in awe of how courageous the team was.
It also really brought up my own stuff and some deep sadness.
Unlocking the Secret: Where Do High-Performance Athletes Get Their Stamina?
Honored to be a guest on the Believe In People Podcast!
I had the incredible opportunity to dive into a conversation about the fascinating parallels between coaching elite athletes and high-performing leaders.
Transforming Leadership Through the Power of Feedback
I had the pleasure of joining The Thoughtful Entrepreneur podcast with Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence. We explored how effective world-class feedback plays a vital role in shaping great leaders.
Navigating Men’s Issues: Family, Fear, and Fulfillment
I'm thrilled to share my incredible conversation with Christie Bishop on her podcast, "What Nobody Tells Us." Listen to the episode now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Available on all major podcast platforms!
Catch this episode on the links below!
🔗 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-nobody-tells-us/id1698011814?i=1000660872518
🔗 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6kbaJiUs9OFrDQ0DemtjA1
I wake up at 6.30am to my dog Rhea licking my face
I wake up at 6.30am to my dog Rhea licking my face
I have my breakfast smoothie, and then my wife and I take her to the dog park
I do a heavy S & C session in the gym
I coach amazing founders and their teams for 2 hours
He’s got a big ego….such a big ego (cue the Beyonce!)
He’s got a big ego….such a big ego (cue the Beyonce!)
I’ve been thinking a lot about ego and how it affects our choices, especially as leaders.
So, what do I mean when I say ego? In this context, I’m talking about how we judge our self-worth, especially in relation to others.
I’m worried that being coached will make me soft….
I’m worried that being coached will make me soft….
I will lose my edge….
On a recent episode of Simon Sinek’s podcast, Steven Bartlett, successful entrepreneur and host of “Diary of a CEO,” was asked to share some of his most pivotal realizations.
What he shared echoed my own experience: “Working with a coach/therapist doesn't steal your ambition. It makes you aware of, and able to move past your fake ones.”
The people and leaders I admire the most
The people and leaders I admire the most are those who search for and see the best in others.
That generosity of spirit and vision has a significant impact on culture.
Can you please just tell me what to do?!
Can you please just tell me what to do?!
How many of us have experienced wanting someone to come and tell us what to do when we are facing adversity in our businesses or going through a stressful time?
I know I’ve felt this many times when I’ve been unsure what to do. When I’ve been struggling to find the “perfect solution.”
You know something needs to change…
You know something needs to change…
You know you can’t just keep going on as you are….
But…. change is scary!
You are used to being the most capable person in the room
You are used to being the most capable person in the room, yet deep down, you long for someone to tell you what to do…
You are used to leading small and dynamic teams, but now your team is rapidly expanding, and you feel you have less control.
We've all been there, struggling to trust others to do the work as well as we can. It's a common challenge we face as founders.
How Parents Can Support Their Young Athletes
How Parents Can Support Their Young Athletes
If you’re hoping to get your child into sports, or they’re already involved in athletics, then your biggest goal for them is just to see them succeed.
Why modern founders choose the support of a high-performance leadership coach.
Are you a founder navigating the turbulent seas of entrepreneurship? Do you feel like you're juggling more hats than you ever imagined possible? If so, it might be time to consider bringing in the support of a high-performance leadership coach.
What is High-Performance Leadership?
As a founder and company performance coach, I think a LOT about leadership and its meaning.
My views have changed as I’ve grown personally, observed and learned from extraordinary leaders, and studied psychology and human behavior.