Marcel Schwantes: How to Lead, Live and Work in Congruence

Episode recap:
 
Marcel highlights a growing trend of executives seeking coaching to align inner beliefs with outer success. He outlines steps to achieve congruence and invites listeners to explore congruence coaching—focused on inner alignment and purposeful leadership. A free discovery call is available for those wanting to lead from their core values and integrate purpose into work and life.   

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Bio:

Marcel Schwantes is a speaker, author, and acclaimed executive coach with a global following. Marcel delivers presentations, workshops, courses, and coaching programs about the human side of business and how cultures of care, connection, and belonging power companies to thrive and outperform the competition.

Key Quotes

• “Congruence is the experience of being deeply aligned, where your inner world—meaning your values, beliefs, deep emotions, and purpose—is in sync with your outer world.”
• “Authentic leadership isn’t about oversharing or emotional dumping. It’s about integrity—so your words and actions match your intentions.”
• “The most powerful leaders are not the loudest, the most exuberant, or the most polished—they are the most congruent.”  

Takeaways

• Audit your calendar: Remove tasks that don’t align with your top 3 priorities.
• Daily check-in: “Are my choices moving me closer to or further from my true purpose?”
• Set boundaries: Say no to requests that drain your energy.
• Spend 15 minutes each morning reflecting on your core values and checking if your actions match those values. 

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the Love in Action Podcast
00:40 Today's Topic: Self-Awareness and Limiting Beliefs
02:18 Understanding Congruence in Leadership
04:51 Steps to Achieve Congruence
08:55 Aligning Inner and Outer Worlds
13:09 The Importance of Congruence
15:37 Invitation to Congruence Coaching
18:19 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Conclusion
 

Real leadership begins when your actions reflect your inner values—not just external goals. It's not about image or performance, but showing up with honesty and clarity. Congruent leaders build trust that can’t be faked, prevent burnout, and lead with deeper meaning and lasting impact. Alignment is more than a buzzword—it’s your leadership foundation.

The book: Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss

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