Discovering Your Superpowers & Purpose Through Faith, and Coaching with Peter Awad

What if the key to living out your true calling was hidden in the parts of your life you’ve overlooked?

In this episode, Kevin Thompson talks with Peter Awad, a 5-time founder, executive leadership coach, husband, father of 4, and follower of Christ. Peter is the founder of Whitestone Coaching, where he helps Christian businessmen unlock potential, eliminate self-limiting beliefs, and become leaders worth following.

Peter opens up about his journey from running multiple businesses to stepping into a higher calling. He shares how discovering his "superpowers" during a personal crisis in 2020 led to the creation of a coaching practice that now impacts entire companies and communities. Peter also honors two men, his coach Mike and his friend-turned-client Steve who played pivotal roles in helping him find clarity and courage.

 

[00:00 - 04:00] One of One: Identity and Impact

• Peter and Kevin discuss the idea that imposter syndrome has no place when you realize you’re “one of one”
• The conversation begins with Peter’s perspective on embracing your unique identity and why it matters
• Kevin introduces the podcast and its focus on honoring the people who’ve shaped successful lives

[04:01 - 08:00] Purpose-Filled Coaching and Lasting Transformation

• Peter introduces himself as a leadership coach for Christian businessmen
• He explains how coaching helps scrape off the “muck” that keeps leaders stuck
• Shares a powerful one-on-one coaching story where years of transformation happened in a single session

[08:01 - 17:30] From Crisis to Clarity

• Peter recounts hitting a wall in 2020 and how his wife urged him to make a change
• He started coaching with Mike, who helped him identify and embrace his lifelong superpowers
• Peter realizes coaching has always been a part of who he is, he just hadn’t named it yet

[17:31 - 22:00] Honoring the People Who Opened Doors

• Peter honors Mike (his coach) and Steve (his first client and biggest supporter)
• Steve not only encouraged him but also actively helped generate excitement for his coaching
• Peter reflects on the value of having people who believe in you before you believe in yourself

[22:01 - 25:30] One Moment That Changed Everything

• A powerful story from coaching Steve’s staff: two team members share how the sessions helped them transition and retire with confidence
• Peter reflects on the ripple effect of serving leaders and their communities
• He expresses deep gratitude and humility: “Why do I get to do this?”

[25:31 - 29:30] Comparison, Confidence, and Authentic Influence

• Peter and Kevin discuss how comparison is the thief of joy
• Peter reinforces the truth: “You’re one of one,” and how knowing who you are eliminates imposter syndrome
• Kevin adds that when we show up confidently, people respond to our energy and authenticity

[29:31 - 32:41] Final Thoughts and Encouragement

• Peter urges leaders to slow down, get clear on their “why,” and build from purpose, not pressure
• “Turn the lights on. Slow down. Look up. Get clear on your why”

 

Key Quotes:

“Your superpowers are part of your calling, not just your occupation.” — Peter Awad
“There’s no such thing as imposter syndrome wh