This Is What The Best Leaders Know: A Conversation with Mike Kelly
In this episode of the Inner Entrepreneur podcast, host Paul Ryan interviews Mike Kelly, entrepreneur, author, coach, board director, and certified financial planner.
Mike shares his journey from a challenging start in a manufacturing to creating a thriving department at Macy's, and ultimately, to a fulfilling career helping leaders improve their self-awareness and leadership skills. They discuss the importance of getting to know oneself, defining personal success, and the role of financial planning in achieving life goals.
Paul and Mike also reflect on their personal experiences with stress and the transformative power of self-development. The conversation offers deep insights into life planning, leadership, and the significance of creating a supportive and healthy work culture.
00:00 Introduction to the Inner Entrepreneur Podcast
00:43 Mike Kelly's Journey: From College to Corporate
02:11 The Turning Point: Stress and Transformation
03:04 Paul's Parallel Journey in Small Business
04:21 Helping Leaders Lead Themselves
05:21 The Importance of Inner Work
06:48 Executive Coaching and Life Planning
09:22 Facing the Impact of Leadership
12:32 Defining Success and Personal Mission
22:56 The Never-Ending Journey of Self-Improvement
23:34 Joining Rotary International: Aligning Values and Service
24:37 The Power of Immersion and Surrounding Yourself with Like-Minded People
25:48 Challenges in Getting Business Leaders to Reflect and Define Success
27:23 The Importance of Time Management for Business Owners
29:58 Creating and Revisiting a Life Plan
32:10 Integrating Life Planning with Financial Planning
35:51 The Role of Financial Literacy and Overcoming Financial Fears
39:47 Finding Purpose and Joy Beyond Financial Success
40:33 Conclusion and Contact Information
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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