It’s been said that to be a leader, the first person you need to lead is yourself. And often there’s a lot we need to work through before we can be that successful leader. Today’s guest, Michelle L. Steffes, is a coach and trainer focusing on transforming performance through her company, IPV.
On this episode of The Clarity Advisors Show, Michelle and host Ken Trupke talk about self-mastery, and how it helps leaders bring out the best in everyone on the team.
Timestamps
(00:53): What is IPV?
(01:34): Defining self-mastery
(02:54): Michelle’s background
(04:10): What’s holding leaders back?
(05:32): Overcoming fear
(08:10): Rewiring your brain
(10:12): A story of transformation
(18:31): The power of second chances
(20:21): The Barry-Wehmiller story
(23:12): Leadership advice for the changing workplace
(25:32): Importance of coaching
(30:08): Recommended reading and listening
(32:26): Michelle’s leadership mastery course
Episode Quotes
“What I do is I help leaders become the best version of themselves, because we can’t lead unless other people can trust us, and they won’t trust us unless we know how to lead ourselves.” (Michelle)
“You may have the head knowledge to do what’s right as the leader, but in your heart you’re constantly unsure of yourself. And that uncertainty then bleeds into your ability to lead and inspire your team.” (Michelle)
“I really believe that as leaders, a privilege we all have is not just to lead an organization, but to lead a human being into a better life.” (Michelle)
“The whole idea behind success has to do with not only how well you know your people, but how well you’re willing to give them a chance to truly shine and be the best version of themselves.” (Michelle)
“What the younger generation is looking for is an opportunity to be innovative. They’re looking for opportunities to for someone to actually get behind them and believe in their talents and giftings.” (Michelle)
Recommended Reading
- Reframe and Rewire: Greatness Through Daily Routine by Michelle L. Steffes
- The Machine Inside Me: How to change your brain and discover the power within you! by Michelle L. Steffes
- Your Journey to Greatness Through Routine: A Guide to Creating a Success Routine by Michelle L. Steffes
- Leaders East Last by Simon Sinek
Recommended Listening
- Reframe and Rewire Podcast with Michelle L. Steffes
- Craig Rochelle Leadership Podcast
- Minute with Maxwell
- A Bit of Optimism with Simon Sinek
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