Breaking Down STEVIT: S - Know Thy Self

In this episode of The Rebound, we are diving into the first letter of the STEVIT acronym: “S” for Know Thy Self. Coach Matt Doherty opens up about a career setback that became the catalyst for deep personal growth and authentic leadership, fueling necessary changes that have made all the difference in his life.

Through the story of a pivotal coaching session after being let go from UNC, we hear how brutal honesty and a Myers-Briggs assessment cracked open a journey of self-discovery. Today's episode will remind you that knowing yourself isn’t just self-awareness...it’s self-honesty.

Practical tools like journaling, executive coaching, and 360° feedback are explored as pathways to uncover blind spots and lead more effectively, emphasizing that leadership isn’t a title, but a discipline practiced that needs to be practice on a daily basis.

Today, we challenge you to reflect on your leadership habits and ask the hard questions: “What am I pretending not to know?” and “What’s it like to be on the other side of me?” 

Key Takeaways:

• Knowing yourself is the foundation of strong, authentic leadership.
• Self-honesty is more powerful than self-awareness alone.
• Feedback—even painful feedback—is essential to growth.
• Journaling, assessments, and coaching are valuable self-leadership tools.
• Leadership is a daily discipline, not a one-time action.
• Asking others for truth about yourself requires courage and deep listening.

To learn more about booking Coach Matt Doherty to speak at your next event or help you elevate your leadership game, visit dohertycoaching.com today.