The Executive Edge Podcast with Alex Mearns - Real People Doing Remarkable Things

If you’re over 40, inflamed, frustrated and stuck despite “eating healthy” – this episode is for you. If you're not stuck, but want to be proactive about your health, sharpen your decision-making, and enjoy a good myth-bust – you'll get a lot out of this too. I’m joined by Jieun Wrigley – a former Goldman Sachs analyst and financial journalist who’s now a functional nutritionist helping pe...

Summary You’ve worked hard, climbed the corporate ladder, and achieved financial success…so why does something still feel off? In this episode, I sit down with Sharad Lal to unpack why so many senior executives in their 40s and 50s feel stuck, uninspired, and unsure what’s next - even after years of career success. Highlights We dive into: 🔹 Why high performers often feel trapped by their own suc...

In Episode 5 of The Executive Edge Podcast, Alex Mearns chats with Peter Douglas, a former director at Aberdeen Asset Management in Singapore who left the corporate world to start his own hedge fund research business - and eventually moved to a small village at the top of a mountain in Japan. Peter shares insights on why leaving corporate life was the best thing that ever happened to him, the unex...

This episode is for senior executives, C-suite leaders and high-achievers in their 40s and 50s who might be feeling a bit "stuck" - personally or professionally. Whether you’re navigating burnout, struggling to balance priorities or seeking clarity on your next move, this episode has something for you. Join Alex Mearns and guest Mary Barrett as they explore: 🎯 What coaching is and how it helps le...

In this episode of The Executive Edge Podcast, I sit down with Levitise Executive Coach, Darren Brunton, to explore how he maintains exceptional energy and vitality in his 60s while balancing multiple businesses, travel, fitness and family. Darren shares his insights on using exercise as a creative and business catalyst, reconnecting with childhood passions to reignite energy and practical tips fo...

“What would you do if you got fired tomorrow?” That’s exactly what happened to Bill Bryant at 61, leaving him with no clear plan for what came next. In this episode of The Executive Edge Podcast , Bill shares how he turned to coaching to rediscover his purpose and build a future he’s excited about. We explore how to escape the rat race, the importance of having a Plan B and why coaching is essenti...

Episode 1: Scott Treloar How Scott left corporate drudgery, shifted his mindset, and launched his own successful business to live a life of freedom. Introduction Scott is a successful entrepreneur and family man in his late 50s, who plays masters hockey for Singapore and has worked with Levitise on both the executive coaching and personal training side. Today, we delve into the secrets behind how...