Joe Kwon, The Connection Counselor

No More Illusions

Business EN ↓ 29 episodes

No More Illusions: see clearly so you can soar. Clarity changes everything. We all carry false assumptions about work, success, relationships, and who we are. Many go unnoticed for years, quietly shaping our outcomes and limiting our potential. This podcast is about noticing and letting go of the illusions that shape how we think, work, and live. Each episode explores practical insights on leadership, relationships, and personal growth, helping you see more clearly, connect more intentionally, and move forward with confidence. Because clarity reveals, illusion steals.

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Joe Kwon, The Connection Counselor

Episodes

Psychological safety means everyone feels comfortable 09.03.2026 9:07

In this episode of "No More Illusions" we explore an illusion related to psychological safety and how being nice can backfire. And we learn how in order to get the benefits of psychological safety, we need to find the right balance of clarity and connection. — More from No More Illusions: ⁠⁠⁠https://nomoreillusions.lovable.app/⁠⁠⁠ Featuring audiobooks including: Unlock Your Executive Pre...

Feedback is a gift 02.03.2026 9:12

In this episode of "No More Illusions" we explore the illusion that feedback is a gift, when in fact, it can be a lot of other things. — More from No More Illusions: ⁠⁠⁠https://nomoreillusions.lovable.app/⁠⁠⁠ Featuring audiobooks including: Unlock Your Executive Presence: Feel Like a Boss Unlock Your Charisma: Feel Like a Star The Credibility Gap (forthcoming) Resources to lead with conn...

Hard Work Gets You Promoted 27.02.2026 11:58

In this episode of "No More Illusions" we explore an illusion contributed by Vonetta Daniels, that "Hard work gets you promoted." Once we realize a lot of advice about how to get promoted is not helpful, we can focus on what really moves the needle. — More from No More Illusions: ⁠⁠⁠https://nomoreillusions.lovable.app/⁠⁠⁠ Featuring audiobooks including: Unlock Your Executive Pr...

Hard Work Leads to Success 20.02.2026 9:07

In our first episode of "No More Illusions" we explore the illusion, often imparted by well meaning parents or adults when we were younger, that "Hard work leads to success." Once we pierce the illusion, we consider a different approach to move forward with confidence. As mentioned, here are links to previous podcasts I've enjoyed creating for you! ⁠Executive Presence Morse...