Jeff Holmes
Executive Coach | Leadership Consultant | Founder, Holmes Executive Coaching
Host:
Melissa Aarskaug
Executive Connect: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnect
Episode Overview:
Can friendship and leadership really coexist at the top? In this episode of Executive Connect, host Melissa Aarskaug talks with executive coach Jeff Holmes about cracking the code on leadership clarity, accountability, and making decisions that actually stick. Jeff unpacks the idea of friendship leadership—why empathy doesn’t mean weakness—and shares how leaders can develop psychological capital (think: hope, confidence, resilience, and optimism) to thrive in any environment. If you’ve ever felt like you're juggling too many leadership hats, this episode is your reset button.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Executive Coaching and Leadership Challenges
03:03 – Friendship Leadership vs. Accountability in Leadership
05:48 – Navigating Change: Understanding Change Styles
09:04 – The Importance of Psychological Capital
12:01 – Developing Hope, Confidence, Resilience, and Optimism
14:53 – The Role of Coaching in Leadership Development
39:01 – Final Thoughts on Leadership and Coaching
Connect With Us:
Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnect
Social:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/
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