In this episode of the Evolved Caveman podcast, Dr. John welcomes leadership and empowerment coach Dr. Benjamin Ritter, founder of Live for Yourself Consulting. They discuss Ben's journey from an overworked healthcare executive to a passionate guide for others seeking greater meaning in work and life. Ben shares insights from his new book, Becoming Fearless, and highlights strategies for overcoming self-doubt. Dr. John recounts a challenging vacation that tested his resilience and mindfulness. The conversation covers the importance of self-leadership, crafting meaningful work, and addressing fears in pursuit of personal and professional growth.
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Benjamin Ritter
01:28 A Challenging Vacation Story
04:39 Dealing with Adversity and Mindfulness
08:37 The Importance of Asking for Help
17:57 Ben's New Book and Personal Updates
20:04 Facing and Overcoming Fears
24:06 Building Tools for Growth and Accountability
24:23 The Power of a Growth Mindset
24:53 Overcoming Excuses and Embracing Responsibility
25:37 Learning and Practicing Leadership Skills
26:25 Understanding Different Levels of Learning
28:21 Building Confidence and Self-Worth
30:32 The Role of Self-Belief in Personal Growth
33:17 Managing Inner Critic and Voices in Your Head
40:10 Finding Meaning and Satisfaction in Work
41:45 Promoting Self-Leadership in the Workplace
42:29 Exploring Job Crafting for Fulfillment
44:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
About Our Esteemed Guest:
Dr. Benjamin Ritter, founder of Live for Yourself (LFY) Consulting, is a Chicago based leadership and empowerment coach, national speaker, consultant, mentor, teacher, and passionate about guiding others in finding, creating, and sustaining greater meaning at work and in life. During his time as a healthcare executive and side hustling entrepreneur he was over worked and under-utilized, and despite his professional success didn’t feel successful. After much introspection he pivoted professionally and started crafting a more effective, efficient, and aligned life. As he was creating this new life he realized that his process was a process, and that he could coach others how to do the same for themselves. Ben is the author of the book, Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies To Journey From Self-Doubt To Self-Mastery.
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