The Conscious Achiever

In the first two episodes of this series, we explored why capacity matters more than capability, and how building nervous system capacity changes the way we lead. But what actually shifts when capacity is restored? In this episode, we move from theory to behavior. We explore the subtle but powerful difference between acting from urgency and leading from steadiness. Because sometimes what we call d...

In this episode, we continue the conversation on capacity: not as a productivity concept, but as a nervous-system skill. Many capable, high-performing people feel overwhelmed not because they lack clarity, discipline, or skill, but because their system doesn’t have the capacity to hold the pace they’re living at. We explore what it actually means to build capacity in a sustainable way. We look at...

Many high performers are incredibly capable — yet quietly running on empty. In this episode of The Conscious Achiever , I explore the difference between capacity and capability , why burnout isn’t a personal failure, and why growth without nervous system capacity leads to sabotage, overwhelm, and exhaustion. This episode is an invitation to stop forcing success and start building the inner bandwid...

Do you ever find yourself reacting more intensely than needed? Perhaps you're constantly on edge, even when things are calm. A simple question from your team triggers annoyance. Your child's interruption during a work call makes you want to scream. You'd rather climb the stairs than make small talk in the elevator. If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you. Today, we're...

What does it really mean to be authentic as a leader? Authenticity in leadership is often misunderstood—some see it as unwavering consistency, while others fear that being fully themselves could undermine their credibility. But what if authenticity is about adapting while staying true to your values? What if it about evolving with intention? Today, we’re diving deep into these questions with Aries...

What if leadership wasn't about pushing harder, but aligning deeper? What if it was about doing what feels aligned rather than doing more? Today's conversation will transform how you think about success, boundaries, and what it really means to lead with purpose. In this episode of The Conscious Achiever, we dive deep into the world of values-driven leadership with MaryBeth Hyland, a best...

Have you ever experienced a moment where your reaction to a situation left you pondering ?Perhaps you snapped at a coworker over a minor issue or found yourself unexpectedly moved by advertisement. These situations serve as clues, offering us to look within and ask, "What caused that reaction? This is the essence of self-awareness – the cornerstone of understanding our thoughts, emotions, and...

Why do some people continue to push themselves to breaking point? Why do they feel exhausted and anxious, and constantly berate themselves for "not doing enough"? These are key signs of burnout and perfectionism. In this episode, I’m in conversation with expert Vassia Sarantopoulou about the internal, perfectionistic voice of and how it manifests in our personal and professional lives. A...

In this episode, we discuss how to navigate our saboteurs. This episode is part of a series on self-sabotage, which is designed to help with something we all struggle with: the inner judge that sabotages our progress. We cover why our saboteurs matter, questions to ask ourselves when we notice our saboteurs in action, strategies to recognize the judge and other saboteurs, and finally, strategies t...

In today's fast-paced work environment, emotions can easily get the better of us, especially during times of uncertainty. In these moments, we may say or do things that we later regret. Many clients ask me how to regulate emotions in the workplace to avoid conflicts and create a more positive and productive work environment. To address this common question, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Hatem...

When describing leadership superpowers, words like " influential," "fierce," "inspirational" and "powerful" might come to mind, but "empathetic" is often overlooked. However, leaders are starting to recognize the importance of understanding their employees' feelings and external issues that may impact their work. This requires a critical skill...

I have always been fascinated by the work of IFS and find myself using the language without realizing that it is IFS. We all have different parts inside of us, and this is normal. To heal and grow, we must repair our relationship with all of our parts. I was thrilled to meet our guest Lucy Orton , who spoke about Internal Family Systems (IFS) in a clear and digestible way. I just had to have her o...

Impostor Syndrome is a common feeling among high achievers where they worry about being exposed as a fraud. They translate every error, mistake, or experience of not knowing as evidence of being a fake. Around 70% of people have experienced Impostor Syndrome at some point in their lives. This frequently results in individuals feeling the need to cover up and overwork in order to gain approval from...

In part four of this five-episode series, we focus on the different types of saboteurs. The aim of this series is to shed light on something we all struggle with: the inner judge that sabotages our progress. In this episode, we explore three types of saboteurs: the hyper-achiever, the hyper-vigilant, and the hyper-rational. We discuss what they say, how they approach time management and feedback,...

The purpose of this episode series is to provide a better understanding of the 9 types of mental saboteurs, and educate viewers on a topic that affects all of us: the inner critic and inner judge inside of us that sabotages our progress. So this week, we are going to talk about the pleaser, the avoider, and the victim . I walk you through each and every one of these saboteurs and how they impact y...

The purpose of this episode series is to provide a better understanding of the 9 types of mental saboteurs, and educate viewers on a topic that affects all of us: the inner critic and inner judge inside of us that sabotages our progress. In this episode, I will start by discussing the first three saboteurs that go hand in hand: the restless, the stickler, and the controller. I walk you through eac...

It can be tough enough to manage your own stress. But how can you, as a manager, help the members of your team handle their feelings of stress, burnout, or disengagement? What can you do to help your team, post the pandemic and as we head into the unknown with the economy? Today on the show, we’re excited to have Elliot Ng , he is going to share his experience and advice on how to manage your team...

If you are an overachiever who feels anxious, exhausted, and self-critical, you may be experiencing role conflicts. On today’s episode, Our guest expert April Boyd addresses the challenge of trying to be a good employee, a good mom, and a good friend all at the same time, and how to navigate through it all by looking at how the pieces add up to the whole of your life. April is a psychotherapist, a...

Timelines are shorter, expectations are higher, and quick wins are attractive in the world of overachievers, fast movers, and doers …And yet… moving too fast has its downsides. So, what does it mean to bring attention to your pace as a leader? What impact might slowing down and pausing have on your team and their effectiveness? On this episode our guest Dianne Nelson shares lessons she's lear...

It has become obvious that well-being positively impacts our performance. It isn't just an ingredient, but rather the foundation of sustainable high performance. In this episode, our guest Nina de Sausmarez describes the links between performance and well-being as well as her story of becoming a high performer. Nina has turned her passion for coaching into her mission in just over 3 short yea...

It's easy to get caught up on the path of Achievement. Before we know it, we become hyper-achiever who wants to achieve more and more without ever reaching the satisfaction that accompanies achievement. I work with high achievers who set the bar so high they can't even see their own achievements, much less how to achieve what they really want. I help them get out of their own ways, ident...

When you think about your career and future, do you see limitless opportunities or multiple barriers? On this week’s episode, our guest Dr Nebila Dhieb talks through developing an abundance mindset and how it contributes to our success and financial freedom. She explores beliefs and shed some of the scarcity mindset that all of us experience sometimes, and explains how an abundance mindset can ope...

So many people hate their jobs or are thinking about leaving work. They blame it on the leadership, their boss, their colleagues, or the economy. On this week’s episode, my guest Ann Zimmerman explores how their overall relationship with work may be the problem, not the job itself, and shares steps on how to Create a Healthy Relationship with work. Ann is a certified professional coach based in th...

You’re likely listening to this podcast because achieving something is important to you, So what is it about success that drives us? Does success remake us happy? are success and happiness connected? If your definition of success makes you feel “less than”, get ready for a helpful reframe.  In the first episode of the conscious achiever, I sit with Angie Alexander and dive into the theme of succes...

As we concluded the Living in Alignment podcast in May, a brand new podcast is born. I am happy to introduce The Conscious achiever. Somewhere along the way, we were taught that the outside world holds our inner happiness. So, if fulfillment and peace aren’t from the next big project, the next promotion, or the bigger house, where is it? The conscious achiever podcast helps answer this question. T...