Excellent Executive Coaching: Bringing Your Coaching One Step Closer To Excelling

Have you ever questioned the very nature of existence? Have you wondered how it all started and what secrets the universe holds? For most of us, these matters are beyond our comprehension. And yet, these are questions scientists at CERN - the world's leading research body for particle physics - are currently exploring. Dr. Heuer discusses with host Dr. Katrina Burrus the experiences and challenges to which he now attributes his successful leadership and achievements within the scientific community. Who is Rolf-Dieter Heuer? Dr. Heuer studied physics at the University of Stuttgart. He then obtained his PhD in 1977 at the University of Heidelberg under Joachim Heintze. His post-doc studies include the JADE experiment at the electron-positron storage ring PETRA at DESY, and from 1984, at the OPAL experiment at CERN, where he also became a spokesperson of the OPAL collaboration for many years. Having been offered a full professorship for experimental physics at the University of Hamburg, Heuer returned to DESY in

Maria Gallucci is a multi-award-winning real estate agent and proud CODA (Child of Deaf Adults). Growing up as one of six hearing children raised by Deaf parents, she learned ASL before English and helped her parents buy a home at just 12 years old. How did "Raised in Silence" teach you profound lessons on listening and love? Why do people struggle to connect in a hearing-centered world? What from your childhood inspired you to help others feel understood? What is "Deaf Gain" and how can it help build stronger relationships in leadership? What mindset shift turns awkwardness into a genuine connection? Maria Gallucci Maria Gallucci is a multi-award-winning real estate agent and proud CODA (Child of Deaf Adults). Growing up as one of six hearing children raised by Deaf parents, she learned ASL before English and helped her parents buy a home at just 12 years old. This experience shaped her passion for inclusive communication and helping those who are often overlooked. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If y

Andres Lares is the Managing Partner at Shapiro Negotiations Institute and co-author of Persuade: The 4-Step Process to Influence People and Decisions. What is your four-step process to persuade others? Why do people focus on logic rather than emotion? How can you build credibility quickly? When is the right time to go first in negotiations? What are the five main aspects of emotional intelligence? Andres Lares Andres Lares is the Managing Partner at Shapiro Negotiations Institute and co-author of Persuade: The 4-Step Process to Influence People and Decisions. His expertise ranges from coaching live negotiations for sports clients, including the Cleveland Browns and Brooklyn Nets, to developing online content for facilitating programs in real estate, advisory, media, banking, and pharmaceutical sectors. He is a guest lecturer on negotiation at universities like Johns Hopkins University, has been a contributor to numerous national media outlets, including Forbes, Entrepreneur, Selling Power, and many more. E

Norman Wolfe is the Founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, Inc., a strategy execution consulting firm focused on transforming businesses to unlock the power of the human spirit. The Living Organization® System emphasizes treating organizations as dynamic, living entities. How does this approach differ from traditional business paradigms, and how does it impact strategy execution? How can leaders create a culture where employees feel both valued and aligned with the company's mission? Leadership can often feel lonely at the top. Why? What strategies do you recommend for organizations trying to embrace change and innovate while maintaining alignment with their core values? What is your next book? Norman Wolfe Norman Wolfe is the Founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, Inc., a strategy execution consulting firm focused on transforming businesses to unlock the power of the human spirit. With over 30 years of experience, Norman is a pioneer in leadership and organizational performance, known for guiding companies throu

Loren Greiff is an executive career coach and strategist. She is the founder and president of PortfolioRocket, a career coaching business she started in 2020 to help executives over 40 advance their careers, overcome ageism, and land jobs faster while earning more. Many executives over 40 hear the word "overqualified" in job searches. What does that term really mean? You've said that experience is no longer currency - relevance is! What strategies can senior executives use to package 20+ years of experience so it resonates in today's market? Traditional networking only has a 2% success rate, and you have developed methods that are much more successful. What are your methods? What role does age bias play in leadership opportunities, and how can executive coaches help their clients navigate that bias? For leaders who feel invisible despite their accomplishments, what practical steps do you recommend to reignite confidence? Loren Greiff Loren Greiff is an executive career coach and strategist. She is the found

Steff Vanhaverbeke is a Lecturer and AI Adoption Coach at Syntra, where she empowers professionals and entrepreneurs to navigate the fast-changing landscape of artificial intelligence. How can professionals develop "cognitive agility" to thrive alongside AI rather than fear being replaced? What are the five human skills that AI can't automate, and why are they crucial for career security? What is an AI Agent? What is the "Superworker" methodology and how does it deliver 3x productivity gains? Steff VanHaverbeke Steff Vanhaverbeke is a Lecturer and AI Adoption Coach at Syntra, where she empowers professionals and entrepreneurs to navigate the fast-changing landscape of artificial intelligence. With a sharp eye for both human potential and technological innovation, she guides learners in understanding, integrating, and confidently using AI tools to enhance their work without losing their human edge. Steff brings over 28 years of experience in coaching, facilitation, and training to the classroom, blending cog

A parallel entrepreneur, Timothy Totten, runs his legacy family business in the funeral product manufacturing industry, and creates escape games and other team-building activities with his FunVenture partner. Why did you get involved with TEDx? What are the biggest mistakes you've seen hopeful TEDx speakers make? How has landing a TEDx talk changed over the years, and how should people approach the stage today? Besides memorizing a talk, what are the most important steps to having a successful TEDx experience? How do you help those aspiring to the world's most influential stage, and can you guarantee they will get onto that red dot? Timothy Totten A parallel entrepreneur, Timothy Totten runs his legacy family business in the funeral product manufacturing industry, creates escape games and other team-building activities with his FunVenture partner, shares his expert knowledge of famed American Architect Frank Lloyd Wright in storytelling sessions across the country, and volunteers as a curator and coach for

Paul Vanderbroeck is an international executive educator and coach. In his leadership development, he uses a transdisciplinary approach, combining leadership theory and diagnostic instruments with history, arts, and theatre. What are the leadership models that you have chosen for your research and why? What can modern leaders learn from Caesar's career, and how does it apply to leaders today? What can modern leaders learn from Caesar's behavior and development over time? What can modern leaders learn from Caesar's personality? What new elements did your research bring to Caesar's story? Paul Vanderbroeck A historian by training and a former HR executive, Paul Vanderbroeck is an international executive educator and coach. In his leadership development, he uses a transdisciplinary approach, combining leadership theory and diagnostic instruments with history, arts, and theatre. He partners with corporations, non-profit organizations, and business schools. As an independent researcher, he publishes on leadershi

Mathew Pohl is a former data analytics professional turned small business owner and advocate for organizational growth. He applied the Stages of Growth methodology, achieving a 10x increase in his company's value. What was the driving force behind you becoming an entrepreneur? Tell us about the two seasons of your first business and why those were so different? Why is having a roadmap so important for SMB owners? What is the ReWild Group's roadmap based on? How does Organizational ReWilding differ from EOS? Mathew Pohl Mathew Pohl is a former data analytics professional turned small business owner and advocate for organizational growth. He applied the Stages of Growth methodology, achieving a 10x increase in his company's value. Pohl founded the ReWild Group to share this approach and authored the "Organizational ReWilding Rules for Business Growth" series. He is passionate about helping business leaders and advisers. Pohl enjoys the outdoors in Colorado and spending time with his family. He welcomes collab

Jim Delaney is the Co-Founder and CEO of Traction AI, a go-to-market partner for founders navigating the early stages of growth. What lessons from military leadership carry over into building a high-performing startup team? Why do so many founders struggle with go-to-market execution — and how can they fix it? What does "RevOps" actually mean for an early-stage company? How can a founder align product, marketing, and sales without overhiring or burning cash? What advice would you give to leaders who are stepping into the CEO role for the first time? Jim Delaney Jim Delaney is the Co-Founder and CEO of Traction AI, a go-to-market partner for founders navigating the early stages of growth. A former U.S. Naval Officer and National Security Agency team lead, Jim spent the first chapter of his career in national defense before transitioning into the private sector, where he worked as a senior executive for JPMorgan Chase and on the executive leadership team at Dun & Bradstreet. He then worked for various ven

Dr. Brian Alman is the world's leading authority on accessing the unconscious mind for healing trauma, resolving stress, and activating inner wisdom. How can you heal trauma without going to therapy? How can we transform an inner critic into a partner? What is the process to meditate with purpose? Awareness, acceptance, and dialogue. Where does the executive stress come from? What is the root cause of difficult behavior? Brian Alman Dr. Brian Alman is the world's leading authority on accessing the unconscious mind for healing trauma, resolving stress, and activating inner wisdom. After 25+ years helping tens of thousands of people worldwide transform their mental and physical health, his evidence-based methodology has become the gold standard for those who have "tried everything" without success. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on iTunes. We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching

For over 27 years, Matt Raad has been helping people escape the 9-to-5 by turning digital assets into real-world freedom. Alongside his wife Liz, he pioneered the strategy of buying, renovating, and selling websites for cash flow—long before the term “digital real estate” became mainstream. Can you discuss the importance of digital marketing in today's business landscape? How do you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and changes in the digital marketing industry? What are the trends in this market? Am I too late? Have I missed the market or the best deals? Can a non-tech person do this, and how would they get started? Matt Raad For over 27 years, Matt Raad has been helping people escape the 9-to-5 by turning digital assets into real-world freedom. Alongside his wife Liz, he pioneered the strategy of buying, renovating, and selling websites for cash flow—long before the term “digital real estate” became mainstream. Starting from scratch, Matt and Liz applied their background in business acquisitions to b

Ken Miller is a recognized speaker, author, and fundraising strategist whose powerful life story—from Ivy League success to incarceration and redemption—inspires audiences to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose. How did your journey from the Ivy League to prison shape your views on resilience and personal transformation? Why were you in prison, and why did you have to learn to have more grace when people came late to a meeting, or didn't get work done? Why did you have to learn more tolerance? Because tolerance in the workplace means you are taken advantage of? How are we governed by scripts we tell ourselves? What do you suggest to overcome reacting to one's scripts? Ken Miller Ken Miller is a recognized speaker, author, and fundraising strategist whose powerful life story—from Ivy League success to incarceration and redemption—inspires audiences to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose. As the author of Becoming Ken: One Black Man’s Journey from Ivy League to Prison and Back Again, K

Mandy Morris is known for helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals break the hidden emotional patterns that sabotage their success , quickly and effectively. She’s an Executive Psychology Coach, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified EMDR Clinician, and Co-Founder of soFree. How does unresolved trauma show up in leadership, even when someone appears high-functioning? What role does the nervous system play in how we make decisions, regulate emotions, and respond to stress? Why do high performers repeat patterns of self-sabotage, and how can neuroscience help break those cycles? What inspired you to create soFree, and how does it help users regulate stress in under two minutes? Mandy Morris Mandy Morris is known for helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals break the hidden emotional patterns that sabotage their success , quickly and effectively. She’s an Executive Psychology Coach, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified EMDR Clinician, and Co-Founder of soFree, a breakthrough

Quang X. Pham is a biotech executive, war veteran, author, speaker, and community leader with a remarkable journey shaped by resilience, service, and entrepreneurship. He made history as the first Vietnamese American to earn naval aviator’s wings in the Marine Corps and lead an initial public offering (IPO) on Nasdaq. How can someone starting as an underdog in this country (this area, this company) succeed? Why did you join the Marines, and what did you learn from your service? How did you overcome the business and personal obstacles in your life? What did you do to prepare for the leaps in your life, from the Marines to business, from entrepreneur to author, back to entrepreneur, from startup to IPO, and back to author? Why is it hard for Americans to understand/accept the high cost of prescription drugs? Quang Pham Quang X. Pham is a biotech executive, war veteran, author, speaker, and community leader with a remarkable journey shaped by resilience, service, and entrepreneurship. He made history as the fi

Will Linssen has been named the #1 Leadership Coach by Global Gurus and the #1 Coach Trainer by Thinkers50, and his clients include leaders from Fortune 500 companies, hypergrowth startups, and global institutions like The World Bank and Coca-Cola. What common leadership challenges do you see across cultures and industries? What's one leadership moment that changed the way you coach forever? How do you define and measure success in leadership? How does Triple Win support business performance? What habits define the most effective leaders? What’s one leadership question every manager should ask? Will Linssen Will Linssen has been named the #1 Leadership Coach by Global Gurus and the #1 Coach Trainer by Thinkers50, and his clients include leaders from Fortune 500 companies, hypergrowth startups, and global institutions like The World Bank and Coca-Cola. Also, Will is the author of Triple Win Leadership Coaching: The Coach's Guide to More Impact, More Coaching, and More Clients, which recently became a #1 New

Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking industry, the Certified Speaking Professional. What were the blind spots that led to your downfall, and how can other entrepreneurs recognize similar risks before it's too late? How can self-awareness and emotional intelligence change the trajectory of a business leader’s success? What practical tools can aspiring entrepreneurs use to avoid ethical missteps and make better decisions under pressure? Why do talented subject matter experts often struggle when promoted into leadership — and how can they make that transition successfully? What does it really take to build a resilient, people-centered business culture — especially after hitting rock bottom? Kevin McCarthy Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking i

Bailey Romatoski is the strategic architect of JOYELY’s growth and operations, playing a pivotal role in advancing its mission to transform joy into a sustainable, scalable solution for emotional resilience and professional success. How did your experience in data systems inspire your approach to emotional intelligence? Can you explain why traditional emotional intelligence models fall short and how the JQ Emotions Map addresses emotional complexity? How does JQ pairs with AI and language models for human alignment? Could you share an example or story where applying the JQ Framework shifted the outcomes? How do you envision integrating the JQ Framework into broader systems—like education, technology, or corporate wellness—to create sustained emotional change? Bailey Romatoski Bailey Romatoski is the strategic architect of JOYELY’s growth and operations, playing a pivotal role in advancing its mission to transform joy into a sustainable, scalable solution for emotional resilience and professional success. A

Reid Holmes has spent his career in some of America's biggest and best ad agencies, first as a copywriter, but rose quickly to creative director and then EVP Executive Creative Director. Reid is now a speaker, consultant, and author. What do brands need to do today to get noticed? How do I get better results without raising my marketing budget? What is the "Brand Appreciation Pyramid?" How can I find my Unique Appreciatable Solution? How can CMOs best help CEOs to create success? Reid Holmes Reid Holmes has spent his career in some of America's biggest and best ad agencies, first as a copywriter, but rose quickly to creative director and then EVP Executive Creative Director. Reid is now a speaker, consultant, and author. In his career, Reid has helped change the trajectory for brands like H&R Block, The Mayo Clinic, Burger King, Toro, Domino’s Pizza, and many others. As his kids reached high school age, Reid realized he could leave a more meaningful legacy. After 30+ years in advertising, Reid found the

Antoniette Roze, CEO of WPC Speakers Global and host of the SPEAKPact Podcast, transforms experts into sought-after speakers with her proven system for securing consistent, high-value engagements. What strategies can leaders use to enhance their influence in today’s global marketplace? What are the biggest challenges when building a personal brand, and how can they overcome them? How can speakers craft messages that resonate with diverse, global audiences and drive engagement? How can consistency help secure high-value opportunities and foster long-term growth? How do you help clients? Antoniette Roze Antoniette Roze, CEO of WPC Speakers Global and host of the SPEAKPact Podcast, transforms experts into sought-after speakers with her proven system for securing consistent, high-value engagements. With 30+ years of industry experience, Antoniette and her Agency ensures that her speakers exponentially increase their impact, income, and influence with her innovative 3.0 Agency model that moves speakers from the