In this episode of the Inner Entrepreneur podcast, host Paul interviews Shane Craddock about the concept of the 'inner CEO', a metaphor for managing one’s inner world in the same way a CEO manages a business.
Shane explains how the lack of inner leadership led him into a spiral of depression and how an encounter with a counsellor changed his life. They discuss the importance of mental and emotional well-being for entrepreneurs, the evolution of mental health paradigms, and practical habits for maintaining mental clarity and resilience.
Shane emphasizes creating inner space and using physical and mindfulness practices to reconnect with oneself, highlighting that true success goes beyond external achievements.
00:00 Introduction to the Inner CEO Concept
01:08 Welcome to the Inner Entrepreneur Podcast
02:51 A Personal Story of Struggle and Recovery
06:25 The Journey to Mental Health and Inner Leadership
13:13 Exploring Positive Psychology and Learned Optimism
22:46 The Emergence of Mind 3.0
31:14 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
32:47 The Role of Spirituality in Personal Development
34:13 The Inner CEO Concept
36:30 The Importance of Inner Peace for Entrepreneurs
45:21 Gratitude and Daily Practices
47:32 Practical Tools for Lasting Change
49:42 The Power of Meditation and Mindfulness
58:16 Physical Well-being and Mental Clarity
01:01:52 Final Thoughts and Book Recommendation: The Inner CEO is now available on Spotify and Audible. Full details on the book at theinnerceo.com
Paul Ryan is an entrepreneur, 8 figure business owner, mentor, podcaster and creator of the 1-Hour CEO Mastermind. As a CEO, Paul has a depth of 'real life' experience of what it takes to be successful in business and life.
Connect with the host:
Website: Pauljryan.net
Paul's X: https://twitter.com/paulryanwrites
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