Let's Think About It Podcast

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Reclaim Your Voice and Rise: Confidence, Clarity, and Career Growth for Women in Leadership

When you’re doing the work and still getting overlooked, the problem isn’t your performance—it’s your visibility. In this episode, Coach Mo sits down with Rosie Zilinskas, founder of No Woman Left Behind, to explore why high-achieving women stay stuck in corporate roles and how to shift that trajectory. Rosie shares how her Pro...

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When was the last time you felt off your game—not burned out, but just off? In this solo episode, Coach Mo breaks down how high-achieving leaders drift into autopilot, self-doubt, and overthinking…and how to reclaim what he calls your SWAG: Self-awareness, Why-power, Aligned actions, and Grit. Through the story of one anxious executive prepping for a high-stakes presentation, you’ll hear how mindset, energy, and inte...

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What if happiness wasn’t a byproduct of success—but the foundation for it? In this episode, Coach Mo sits down with Edwin Edebiri, Global Chief Happiness Officer and founder of the I Am Happy Project, to explore why energy protection starts with mastering your inner joy. Edwin breaks down the science and soul of happiness as a learnable skill, not a fleeting emotion. From preventing burnout to building purpose-al...

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What happens when success starts to feel like a trap instead of a triumph? In this episode, Coach Mo sits down with executive and career clarity coach Danielle Droitsch to unpack what it really takes to reset your career when you're feeling burned out, unfulfilled, or stuck. Danielle shares her personal pivot from senior leadership in the nonprofit space to building a career rooted in purpose, and reveals how mi...

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What’s really holding high-achieving leaders back from reaching their next level? In this powerful conversation, Coach Mo sits down with executive coach and strategist Daphne Valcin to unpack the real barriers—like fear, limiting beliefs, and the inner critic—that derail even the most driven professionals. From her own vulnerable story of launching a coaching business to guiding clients toward six-figure promotions, ...

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After 33 years of breaking barriers in the Navy, Dee Allen retired—but not from leadership. In this powerful episode, she shares her journey from military service to executive coaching and why self-confidence, not credentials, is often the missing piece at the top. Coach Mo and Dee unpack the inner fears that plague even the most accomplished leaders—imposter syndrome, fear of failure, and the illusion of having no c...

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What does it take to stop hiding in plain sight and finally own your brilliance? In this powerful conversation, Coach Mo sits down with Sandra Kemayou—business coach, author, and unapologetic champion of high-achieving women ready to turn their expertise into impact. From overcoming cultural shame and inner critic battles to building a thriving coaching business without dancing on TikTok, Sandra shares how reclaiming...

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What if leadership wasn't about having all the answers—but asking better questions? In this compelling conversation, Coach Mo sits down with executive coach Ted Whetstone to unpack how leaders can evolve from command-and-control to curiosity-driven influence. Drawing from decades in consulting and coaching, Ted shares how confronting personal and organizational fear is the key to unlocking transformation. The episode ex...

Tom Emery joins Coach Mo to explore how leadership coaching helps executives and entrepreneurs overcome the discomfort that holds them back from reaching their full potential. As a People Performance Consultant with 20+ years of HR and leadership development experience, Tom blends executive coaching, leadership consulting, and business coaching strategies to help leaders navigate difficult conversations and build resilience.

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When self-doubt threatens to hold us back, what propels us forward? In this milestone 50th episode, Coach Mo flips the script by becoming the interviewee, with previous guest Michelle Schaefer taking the host's chair for an illuminating conversation about overcoming limiting beliefs.

Coach Mo vulnerably shares how the inner critic nearly prevented him from launching his podcast despite his successful coaching career. ...

What happens when your energy levels drop so low you can barely recognize yourself? Adrienne Simmons found out the hard way when her doctor delivered shocking news: she was pre-diabetic. After years of late nights, substance use, and processed foods following her daughter leaving for college, Adrienne had to face a harsh truth – she was on a dangerous path that could cut short her dreams of seeing grandchildren and traveling the wo...

What propels us forward when fears and limiting beliefs threaten to hold us back? Zoe Thompson's journey from an 18-year-old civilian in a police station to a senior leader managing officers provides a masterclass in determination and proving doubters wrong.

Growing up with a father whose mantra was "the bigger they come, the harder they fall," Zoe developed an unstoppable drive that served her well when fac...

What if your greatest struggles aren't character flaws, but simply responses to fear? In this transformative episode, I sit down with Rhonda Britton, the world's first television life coach and author of the bestselling book "Fearless Living," who shares her extraordinary journey from unimaginable tragedy to becoming a pioneer in fear mastery.

Rhonda's story begins at age 14 when she witnessed her ...

Coach Mo welcomes author and communication professor Craig Mattson for a thoughtful exploration of our collective digital overwhelm and how we can reclaim our humanity in technology-saturated environments.

From the moment Craig shares his story about discovering an electronic "buzz in the line" during podcast recordings, we recognize our own experience - that persistent, low-grade distractedness that characterize...

When fear and self-doubt cloud your career path, how do you find clarity to move forward? Coach Mo sits down with holistic life and career coach Cheryl Polk to unpack the psychological barriers that keep talented professionals stuck in unfulfilling roles.

Cheryl's motto—"improve your career, improve your life"—sets the tone for a deeply practical conversation about transforming career anxiety into actionable...

What if the greatest untapped resource for leadership excellence isn't another business strategy, but something deeper within us? Dr. Yosi Amram reveals how spiritual intelligence can transform both our leadership effectiveness and personal fulfillment in this thought-provoking conversation.

Drawing from his remarkable journey from military commander to startup CEO to spiritual intelligence researcher, Dr. Amram share...

What if one conversation could change the trajectory of your life? In this powerful episode of the Let's Think About It Podcast, we dive into the life-changing concept of mentorship with Deborah Heiser, an applied developmental psychologist and the CEO of the Mentor Project. Discover how mentorship goes beyond just passing down knowledge—it's about forging deep, meaningful connections that can redefine personal and profes...

Ever wondered how the path to a healthier lifestyle can unlock your full potential? Esther Avant, a passionate coach and champion for healthy living, joins us to share her journey from high school fitness enthusiast to navigating an identity crisis in college. Discover how she learned to harness the holistic benefits of health, influencing both personal and professional spheres of life. In this engaging conversation, Esther reveals...

Understanding the impact of gratitude on personal growth is crucial for men seeking fulfillment in life. The dialogue explores the importance of self-love, self-respect, self-acceptance, and the profound ways gratitude can reshape perceptions and relationships. 

• Importance of gratitude in achieving happiness 
• Exploring the four pillars for a fulfilling life 
• The evolution of masculinity in modern society