What do Tony Robbins, Russell Brunson, and Mandy Keene have in common? They’re all high-level thinkers—but Mandy’s the one helping the other two level up. In this enlightening episode, Tyler Jorgenson sits down with long-time friend and legendary performance coach Mandy Keene to explore the invisible roadblocks holding even the most successful entrepreneurs back. From imposter syndrome to misunderstood personality types, Mandy breaks down the truth behind what really drives high performers—and what secretly slows them down.
With over 25 years of coaching experience, Mandy shares how growing up in a “self-help household” led her to become a coach at just 21. She dives into her work with understand.me, a platform that layers multiple personality assessments to help entrepreneurs lead better, build stronger teams, and operate in full alignment with their core strengths. Tyler and Mandy swap insights, jokes, and truths about the mental games entrepreneurs play—and how knowing your strengths isn’t just self-help fluff, but an actual business advantage.
The episode also takes a heart-centered turn as Mandy opens up about her recent divorce and how she reframed it not as a failure, but a graduation. She discusses the power of support systems, why even coaches need coaching, and how vulnerability and leadership go hand-in-hand. If you’ve ever wondered why success sometimes still feels unfulfilling, or how to finally lean into your unique genius, this conversation will absolutely resonate.
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Top Takeaways
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Performance Coaching
02:45 The Journey to Becoming a Performance Coach
04:52 Understanding Imposter Syndrome
08:37 The Importance of Personality Assessments
11:57 Leveraging Strengths for Success
20:59 Leadership Challenges for Entrepreneurs
24:14 Redefining Failure and Seeking Support
27:47 Personal Aspirations and Future Goals
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