Excellent Executive Coaching: Growing Your Business and Enhancing Your Craft.

This podcast is for executive coaches and leaders who want to grow their business and enhance their craft in helping leaders excel. Your host Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC is the First Master Certified Coach and founding Board Member of the International Coach Federation in Switzerland. She has served as an adjunct professor at several universities. Katrina coaches leaders around the world and facilitates a mastermind of seasoned international leaders.

EEC 420: Sustainable Clinical Practice: How Clinicians Thrive Without Burning Out, with Helen Malinowski 02/17/2026

EEC 420: Sustainable Clinical Practice: How Clinicians Thrive Without Burning Out, with Helen Malinowski Helen Malinowski, LICSW, SEP, is the founder of the Somatic Integration Institute and the Catalyst Collective. She is passionate about supporting clinicians in building sustainable, nourishing practices that prevent burnout and compassion fatigue. Why are so many experienced clinicians burning out, even when they love their work—and what can be done to prevent it? How does somatic regulation transform both clinical effectiveness and practitioner wellbeing? What makes community support essential—not optional—for sustaining a long-term clinical career? How can clinicians grow their practice without sacrificing themselves in the process? What are the biggest myths clinicians believe about burnout, and what actually keeps practitioners resourced for decades? Helen Malinowski, LICSW, SEP, is the founder of the Somatic Integration Institute and the Catalyst Collective. She is passionate about supporting clinicians in building sustainable, nourishing practices that prevent burnout and compassion fatigue. Through the Catalyst Collective, she creates transformational community spaces where established practitioners can grow their impact while staying deeply resourced and connected. Helen believes clinicians deserve to thrive, not just survive. She works with practitioners who are ready to invest in their growth while also honoring their need for support and sustainability. Through somatic approaches and deep community connection, she helps clinicians build practices that sustain them for the long haul. When she's not working with clients or leading cohorts, you'll find Helen running, hiking, at the beach with her dog, or connecting with friends over good conversation. As a mother navigating the beautiful complexity of family life, she understands firsthand the importance of building work that nourishes rather than depletes. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/40104855

EEC 419: Discover Your Hidden Superpower and Unlock Your Inevitable Outcome, with Randall Thames 02/10/2026

EEC 418: Transforming Resistant Leaders Through Embodied Coaching, with Julius Lassalle 02/03/2026

EEC 418: Transforming Resistant Leaders Through Embodied Coaching, with Julius Lassalle Julius Lassalle is a leadership consultant, coach, and author based in Berlin who specializes in Embodied Leadership. After experiencing "Führungsfrust" (leadership frustration) during his 5+ years leading teams in high-pressure tech and e-commerce environments, Julius developed a revolutionary methodology that integrates psychology, neuroscience, and somatic practices. How did your experience working with leadership frustration lead you to develop Embodied Leadership? What role does somatic intelligence play in helping executives who resist traditional emotional intelligence approaches? How can coaches use body-based interventions to break through with difficult leaders? How do you identify when traditional coaching approaches aren't working and when to integrate body-based methods? What is your framework for helping leaders develop authentic emotional intelligence without triggering defensiveness Julius Lassalle Julius Lassalle is a leadership consultant, coach, and author based in Berlin who specializes in Embodied Leadership. After experiencing "Führungsfrust" (leadership frustration) during his 5+ years leading teams in high-pressure tech and e-commerce environments, Julius developed a revolutionary methodology that integrates psychology, neuroscience, and somatic practices. He holds a Psychology degree from Technical University Berlin and is a certified Professional Coach (DBVC). As co-author of "Self-Empowered Leadership: and contributor to Harvard Business Manager, Julius has established himself as a thought leader in the field. He currently serves as Chair of the Board at the European Association for Gestalt Therapy and is the founder of the Alive School of Embodied Leadership & Transformation, working with organizations ranging from 51 to 10,000+ employees. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/39912155

EEC 417: From Failure to Leadership Success: Swiss International Airlines featuring Lorenzo Stoll 01/27/2026

EEC 416: Combating a Public Health Crisis with Dr. Seth Berkley, CEO of GAVI 01/20/2026

EEC 415: How to Build a Successful International Law Practice with Xavier Oberson 01/06/2026

EEC 414: Leading Swiss Private Banks, Featuring Charles de Boissezon 12/30/2025

EEC 413: Leadership Advice from Dr. Rolf-Dieter Heuer, Past Director General at CERN 12/23/2025

EEC 413: Leadership Advice from Dr. Rolf-Dieter Heuer, Past Director General at CERN Have you ever questioned the very nature of existence? Have you wondered how it all started and what secrets the universe holds? For most of us, these matters are beyond our comprehension. And yet, these are questions scientists at CERN - the world’s leading research body for particle physics - are currently exploring. Dr. Heuer discusses with host Dr. Katrina Burrus the experiences and challenges to which he now attributes his successful leadership and achievements within the scientific community. Who is Rolf-Dieter Heuer? Dr. Heuer studied physics at the University of Stuttgart. He then obtained his PhD in 1977 at the University of Heidelberg under Joachim Heintze. His post-doc studies include the JADE experiment at the electron-positron storage ring PETRA at DESY, and from 1984, at the OPAL experiment at CERN, where he also became a spokesperson of the OPAL collaboration for many years. Having been offered a full professorship for experimental physics at the University of Hamburg, Heuer returned to DESY in 1998. In 2004, he was appointed DESY’s Research Director. In December 2007, the CERN research council announced that Heuer will take office as CERN’s Director General starting 1 January 2009. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/39519610

EEC 412: Unlocking Empathy - What the Deaf Community Taught Me About Inclusion, with Maria Gallucci 12/16/2025

EEC 411: How to Persuade and Succeed at Your Negotiations, with Andres Lares 12/09/2025

EEC 410: The Living Organization - Coaching Leaders to Unlock Human Potential, with Norman Wolfe 12/02/2025

EEC 410: The Living Organization - Coaching Leaders to Unlock Human Potential, with Norman Wolfe Norman Wolfe is the Founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, Inc., a strategy execution consulting firm focused on transforming businesses to unlock the power of the human spirit. The Living Organization® System emphasizes treating organizations as dynamic, living entities. How does this approach differ from traditional business paradigms, and how does it impact strategy execution? How can leaders create a culture where employees feel both valued and aligned with the company’s mission? Leadership can often feel lonely at the top. Why? What strategies do you recommend for organizations trying to embrace change and innovate while maintaining alignment with their core values? What is your next book? Norman Wolfe Norman Wolfe is the Founder and CEO of Quantum Leaders, Inc., a strategy execution consulting firm focused on transforming businesses to unlock the power of the human spirit. With over 30 years of experience, Norman is a pioneer in leadership and organizational performance, known for guiding companies through significant transitions to achieve extraordinary results. A former executive at Hewlett-Packard and board member of multiple organizations, Norman is also the author of The Living Organization, a groundbreaking book on creating high-performing companies. He is passionate about shifting business paradigms and helping leaders foster dynamic, living organizations. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/39226690

EEC 409: How Senior Leaders Can Reignite Their Value , with Loren Greiff 11/25/2025

EEC 409: How Senior Leaders Can Reignite Their Value , with Loren Greiff Loren Greiff is an executive career coach and strategist. She is the founder and president of PortfolioRocket, a career coaching business she started in 2020 to help executives over 40 advance their careers, overcome ageism, and land jobs faster while earning more. Many executives over 40 hear the word “overqualified” in job searches. What does that term really mean? You’ve said that experience is no longer currency - relevance is! What strategies can senior executives use to package 20+ years of experience so it resonates in today’s market? Traditional networking only has a 2% success rate, and you have developed methods that are much more successful. What are your methods? What role does age bias play in leadership opportunities, and how can executive coaches help their clients navigate that bias? For leaders who feel invisible despite their accomplishments, what practical steps do you recommend to reignite confidence? Loren Greiff Loren Greiff is an executive career coach and strategist. She is the founder and president of PortfolioRocket, a career coaching business she started in 2020 to help executives over 40 advance their careers, overcome ageism, and land jobs faster while earning more. Loren has extensive experience working in executive search and corporate roles, and she focuses on helping clients develop actionable strategies for job search, interviewing, salary negotiation, and personal brand articulation. She also hosts a podcast called Career Blast In A Half and is active as an executive board member for Fast Company. Her coaching emphasizes turning clients into opportunity magnets by mastering the hidden job market and overcoming limiting beliefs related to ageism and hiring biases. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/39111385

EEC 408: How to Thrive (Not Just Survive) in the Age of AI, with Steff VanHaverbeke 11/18/2025

EEC 408: How to Thrive (Not Just Survive) in the Age of AI, with Steff VanHaverbeke Steff Vanhaverbeke is a Lecturer and AI Adoption Coach at Syntra, where she empowers professionals and entrepreneurs to navigate the fast-changing landscape of artificial intelligence. How can professionals develop "cognitive agility" to thrive alongside AI rather than fear being replaced? What are the five human skills that AI can't automate, and why are they crucial for career security? What is an AI Agent? What is the "Superworker" methodology and how does it deliver 3x productivity gains? Steff VanHaverbeke Steff Vanhaverbeke is a Lecturer and AI Adoption Coach at Syntra, where she empowers professionals and entrepreneurs to navigate the fast-changing landscape of artificial intelligence. With a sharp eye for both human potential and technological innovation, she guides learners in understanding, integrating, and confidently using AI tools to enhance their work without losing their human edge. Steff brings over 28 years of experience in coaching, facilitation, and training to the classroom, blending cognitive agility, systems thinking, and practical tech know-how into every session. Her teaching goes beyond tooltips and trends, she creates safe, interactive learning environments where participants develop critical thinking, creative resilience, and a clear vision of their role in an AI-augmented world. Her mission: help people become not just users of technology, but adaptive thinkers and ethical decision-makers in a world shaped by it. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/39041800

EEC 407: Reaching the Red Dot, with Timothy Totten 11/11/2025

EEC 407: Reaching the Red Dot, with Timothy Totten A parallel entrepreneur, Timothy Totten, runs his legacy family business in the funeral product manufacturing industry, and creates escape games and other team-building activities with his FunVenture partner. Why did you get involved with TEDx? What are the biggest mistakes you've seen hopeful TEDx speakers make? How has landing a TEDx talk changed over the years, and how should people approach the stage today? Besides memorizing a talk, what are the most important steps to having a successful TEDx experience? How do you help those aspiring to the world's most influential stage, and can you guarantee they will get onto that red dot? Timothy Totten A parallel entrepreneur, Timothy Totten runs his legacy family business in the funeral product manufacturing industry, creates escape games and other team-building activities with his FunVenture partner, shares his expert knowledge of famed American Architect Frank Lloyd Wright in storytelling sessions across the country, and volunteers as a curator and coach for TEDxEustis, the event which he created and led from 2018-2025. Today, Totten shares his storytelling expertise and behind-the-scenes TEDx knowledge with hopeful speakers through social media videos and his newsletter, along with both group and one-on-one coaching. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38956465

EEC 406: Leadership Development Lessons From Julius Caesar, with Paul Vanderbroeck 11/04/2025

EEC 406: Leadership Development Lessons From Julius Caesar, with Paul Vanderbroeck Paul Vanderbroeck is an international executive educator and coach. In his leadership development, he uses a transdisciplinary approach, combining leadership theory and diagnostic instruments with history, arts, and theatre. What are the leadership models that you have chosen for your research and why? What can modern leaders learn from Caesar’s career, and how does it apply to leaders today? What can modern leaders learn from Caesar’s behavior and development over time? What can modern leaders learn from Caesar’s personality? What new elements did your research bring to Caesar’s story? Paul Vanderbroeck A historian by training and a former HR executive, Paul Vanderbroeck is an international executive educator and coach. In his leadership development, he uses a transdisciplinary approach, combining leadership theory and diagnostic instruments with history, arts, and theatre. He partners with corporations, non-profit organizations, and business schools. As an independent researcher, he publishes on leadership and organizational behavior. He has authored business books on women leadership and on dual career couples, a textbook on international human resource management, and has co-created a theatre play on women leaders. His latest book is Lead Like Julius Caesar. Leadership Lessons From History’s Most Influential Leader. Paul holds a PhD in History from Radboud University (Nijmegen, NL). Paul is married, a father of two adult children, and currently lives in Switzerland. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38863585

EEC 405: Mastering the Stages of Growth for Sustainable Success, with Matthew Pohl 10/28/2025

EEC 404: Emotional Intelligence in High-Pressure Leadership, with Jim Delaney 10/21/2025

EEC 404: Emotional Intelligence in High-Pressure Leadership, with Jim Delaney Jim Delaney is the Co-Founder and CEO of Traction AI, a go-to-market partner for founders navigating the early stages of growth. What lessons from military leadership carry over into building a high-performing startup team? Why do so many founders struggle with go-to-market execution — and how can they fix it? What does "RevOps" actually mean for an early-stage company? How can a founder align product, marketing, and sales without overhiring or burning cash? What advice would you give to leaders who are stepping into the CEO role for the first time? Jim Delaney Jim Delaney is the Co-Founder and CEO of Traction AI, a go-to-market partner for founders navigating the early stages of growth. A former U.S. Naval Officer and National Security Agency team lead, Jim spent the first chapter of his career in national defense before transitioning into the private sector, where he worked as a senior executive for JPMorgan Chase and on the executive leadership team at Dun & Bradstreet. He then worked for various venture capital and private equity firms as a portfolio CEO for various portfolio companies and led two technology companies to successful exits — Marketwired sold to Nasdaq and Sysomos sold to Meltwater. With over 30 years of experience scaling data and SaaS businesses, Jim brings a rare blend of operational rigor and servant leadership to the startups he supports. He holds a degree from the U.S. Naval Academy and an MBA from the Wharton School. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38626665

EEC 403: How the Mind/Body Connection Can Solve the Problems Therapy Couldn't, with Brian Alman 10/14/2025

EEC 402: Digital Marketing in Today's Business Landscape, with Matt Raad 10/07/2025

EEC 402: Digital Marketing in Today's Business Landscape, with Matt Raad For over 27 years, Matt Raad has been helping people escape the 9-to-5 by turning digital assets into real-world freedom. Alongside his wife Liz, he pioneered the strategy of buying, renovating, and selling websites for cash flow—long before the term “digital real estate” became mainstream. Can you discuss the importance of digital marketing in today's business landscape? How do you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and changes in the digital marketing industry? What are the trends in this market? Am I too late? Have I missed the market or the best deals? Can a non-tech person do this, and how would they get started? Matt Raad For over 27 years, Matt Raad has been helping people escape the 9-to-5 by turning digital assets into real-world freedom. Alongside his wife Liz, he pioneered the strategy of buying, renovating, and selling websites for cash flow—long before the term “digital real estate” became mainstream. Starting from scratch, Matt and Liz applied their background in business acquisitions to build a high cash flow portfolio of online businesses. Today, through their nationally recognised eBusiness Institute, they train career professionals, side hustlers, and families how to create time-leveraged income streams online—without needing to be tech experts. Matt is especially passionate about helping people rethink traditional career paths. Whether speaking to mid-career professionals seeking flexibility or young entrepreneurs hungry for financial independence, he brings a practical, proven approach to creating income that supports your lifestyle—not the other way around. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38489985

EEC 401: From Ivy League to Prison and Back Again, with Ken Miller 09/30/2025

EEC 401: From Ivy League to Prison and Back Again, with Ken Miller Ken Miller is a recognized speaker, author, and fundraising strategist whose powerful life story—from Ivy League success to incarceration and redemption—inspires audiences to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose. How did your journey from the Ivy League to prison shape your views on resilience and personal transformation? Why were you in prison, and why did you have to learn to have more grace when people came late to a meeting, or didn't get work done? Why did you have to learn more tolerance? Because tolerance in the workplace means you are taken advantage of? How are we governed by scripts we tell ourselves? What do you suggest to overcome reacting to one's scripts? Ken Miller Ken Miller is a recognized speaker, author, and fundraising strategist whose powerful life story—from Ivy League success to incarceration and redemption—inspires audiences to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose. As the author of Becoming Ken: One Black Man’s Journey from Ivy League to Prison and Back Again, Ken shares transformative lessons on leadership, personal growth, and second chances. He is also the founder of Denali FSP, a consulting firm helping nonprofits achieve sustainable funding through strategic fundraising and capacity-building. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38373000

EEC 400: Unseen, Unhealed - How Trauma Sabotages Leadership, with Mandy Morris 09/23/2025

EEC 400: Unseen, Unhealed - How Trauma Sabotages Leadership, with Mandy Morris Mandy Morris is known for helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals break the hidden emotional patterns that sabotage their success , quickly and effectively. She’s an Executive Psychology Coach, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified EMDR Clinician, and Co-Founder of soFree. How does unresolved trauma show up in leadership, even when someone appears high-functioning? What role does the nervous system play in how we make decisions, regulate emotions, and respond to stress? Why do high performers repeat patterns of self-sabotage, and how can neuroscience help break those cycles? What inspired you to create soFree, and how does it help users regulate stress in under two minutes? Mandy Morris Mandy Morris is known for helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals break the hidden emotional patterns that sabotage their success , quickly and effectively. She’s an Executive Psychology Coach, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified EMDR Clinician, and Co-Founder of soFree, a breakthrough stress-relief app that helps users reset their nervous system in under two minutes. With over a decade of experience, Mandy’s mission is to free people from the grip of unresolved wounds and disrupt the cycles of self-sabotage that quietly shape their behavior, relationships, and performance. Specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), she helps clients rewire their minds and heal at the source, empowering them to lead, live, and connect with greater clarity and resilience. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching, which helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of , a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38286600

EEC 399: From Escaping Saigon to Leading a Biotech Company, with Quang Pham 09/16/2025

EEC 399: From Escaping Saigon to Leading a Biotech Company, with Quang Pham Quang X. Pham is a biotech executive, war veteran, author, speaker, and community leader with a remarkable journey shaped by resilience, service, and entrepreneurship. He made history as the first Vietnamese American to earn naval aviator’s wings in the Marine Corps and lead an initial public offering (IPO) on Nasdaq. How can someone starting as an underdog in this country (this area, this company) succeed? Why did you join the Marines, and what did you learn from your service? How did you overcome the business and personal obstacles in your life? What did you do to prepare for the leaps in your life, from the Marines to business, from entrepreneur to author, back to entrepreneur, from startup to IPO, and back to author? Why is it hard for Americans to understand/accept the high cost of prescription drugs? Quang Pham Quang X. Pham is a biotech executive, war veteran, author, speaker, and community leader with a remarkable journey shaped by resilience, service, and entrepreneurship. He made history as the first Vietnamese American to earn naval aviator’s wings in the Marine Corps and lead an initial public offering (IPO) on Nasdaq. His inspiring American underdog journey, told in first person, is unlike any other. Born in Saigon, South Vietnam, Quang and his family fled as refugees when he was 10, while his father, a Republic of Vietnam Air Force pilot, remained and was imprisoned for more than a decade. After earning a degree from UCLA, Quang served seven years on active duty, flying CH-46 helicopters in the Persian Gulf War, Somalia, and in the Reserves. Following his military career, Quang transitioned into business, founding multiple pharmaceutical companies. In 2000, he launched MyDrugRep.com (which became Lathian Systems), an innovative online platform for physician marketing engagements, which was later acquired. In 2015, he founded Espero Pharmaceuticals and Jacksonville Pharmaceuticals. His leadership and entrepreneurial success earned him the Florida EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2018. Today, Quang serves as Chairman and CEO of Cadrenal Therapeutics (Nasdaq: CVKD). Quang is also the author of the award-winning father-son memoir, A Sense of Duty: Our Journey from Vietnam (Penguin Random House, 2005), as well as his new book, Underdog Nation: Unleash Your Inner Underdog by Starting with Success. Committed to giving back, Quang has served on the boards of private companies, veteran charities, and educational organizations. He lives in Florida with his family, continuing to lead and inspire. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38200355

EEC 398: Leading at Scale: Evolving Leadership for Hyper-growth, with Will Linssen 09/09/2025

EEC 398: Leading at Scale: Evolving Leadership for Hyper-growth, with Will Linssen Will Linssen has been named the #1 Leadership Coach by Global Gurus and the #1 Coach Trainer by Thinkers50, and his clients include leaders from Fortune 500 companies, hypergrowth startups, and global institutions like The World Bank and Coca-Cola. What common leadership challenges do you see across cultures and industries? What's one leadership moment that changed the way you coach forever? How do you define and measure success in leadership? How does Triple Win support business performance? What habits define the most effective leaders? What’s one leadership question every manager should ask? Will Linssen Will Linssen has been named the #1 Leadership Coach by Global Gurus and the #1 Coach Trainer by Thinkers50, and his clients include leaders from Fortune 500 companies, hypergrowth startups, and global institutions like The World Bank and Coca-Cola. Also, Will is the author of Triple Win Leadership Coaching: The Coach's Guide to More Impact, More Coaching, and More Clients, which recently became a #1 New Release on Amazon in business mentoring and coaching. The book is a culmination of nearly 30 years of coaching experience, offering a practical, tested, and definitive guide for coaches aiming to scale their success with more impact, more coaching, and more clients. Will was also named a LinkedIn Top Voice in Executive Coaching and currently serves as an advisor to Harvard Business Review, where he contributes to the evolving conversation on leadership, performance, and organizational growth. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38130260

EEC 397: From CEO to Cellblock - An Entrepreneur’s Wake-Up Call, with Kevin McCarthy 09/02/2025

EEC 397: From CEO to Cellblock - An Entrepreneur’s Wake-Up Call, with Kevin McCarthy Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking industry, the Certified Speaking Professional. What were the blind spots that led to your downfall, and how can other entrepreneurs recognize similar risks before it's too late? How can self-awareness and emotional intelligence change the trajectory of a business leader’s success? What practical tools can aspiring entrepreneurs use to avoid ethical missteps and make better decisions under pressure? Why do talented subject matter experts often struggle when promoted into leadership — and how can they make that transition successfully? What does it really take to build a resilient, people-centered business culture — especially after hitting rock bottom? Kevin McCarthy Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking industry, the Certified Speaking Professional. An award-winning sales professional, he built one of the largest Century 21 offices in America, then developed and sold a dot-com startup. In 2004, his boss was arrested for the largest stock fraud in Washington State history. As a result, Kevin spent 33 months in federal prison for a crime he didn’t knowingly commit. There he studied Cognitive Psychology and recognized — then deeply researched — the blind spots that lead to his predicament. Today, Kevin and his team empower leaders to uncover their blind spots, harness their innate talent, and drive peak performance through enhanced self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/38026130

EEC 396: The Evolution of Emotion, with Bailey Romatoski 08/26/2025

EEC 396: The Evolution of Emotion, with Bailey Romatoski Bailey Romatoski is the strategic architect of JOYELY’s growth and operations, playing a pivotal role in advancing its mission to transform joy into a sustainable, scalable solution for emotional resilience and professional success. How did your experience in data systems inspire your approach to emotional intelligence? Can you explain why traditional emotional intelligence models fall short and how the JQ Emotions Map addresses emotional complexity? How does JQ pairs with AI and language models for human alignment? Could you share an example or story where applying the JQ Framework shifted the outcomes? How do you envision integrating the JQ Framework into broader systems—like education, technology, or corporate wellness—to create sustained emotional change? Bailey Romatoski Bailey Romatoski is the strategic architect of JOYELY’s growth and operations, playing a pivotal role in advancing its mission to transform joy into a sustainable, scalable solution for emotional resilience and professional success. A leader with expertise in corporate systems, wellness innovation, and emotional intelligence, Bailey’s background combines data-driven strategy with people-centered practices. At Daimler, she founded a mental and physical health resource group now supporting over 14,000 employees worldwide. At Nike, Bailey led data automation initiatives that improved operational efficiency while supporting high-pressure teams. These experiences have shaped her ability to develop JOYELY’s robust strategic frameworks. Bailey’s partnership with Sheryl has transformed JOYELY into a platform, blending decades of insights into emotional resilience, leadership, and cultural impact. Together, they’ve introduced tools like the Chair of JOY® Experience and the Joy Intelligence Framework, which empower individuals and teams to harness joy as a driver of performance, decision-making, and personal growth. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/37950565

EEC 395: How Caring is the only Way to Market Successfully, with Reid Holmes 08/19/2025

EEC 395: How Caring is the only Way to Market Successfully, with Reid Holmes Reid Holmes has spent his career in some of America's biggest and best ad agencies, first as a copywriter, but rose quickly to creative director and then EVP Executive Creative Director. Reid is now a speaker, consultant, and author. What do brands need to do today to get noticed? How do I get better results without raising my marketing budget? What is the "Brand Appreciation Pyramid?" How can I find my Unique Appreciatable Solution? How can CMOs best help CEOs to create success? Reid Holmes Reid Holmes has spent his career in some of America's biggest and best ad agencies, first as a copywriter, but rose quickly to creative director and then EVP Executive Creative Director. Reid is now a speaker, consultant, and author. In his career, Reid has helped change the trajectory for brands like H&R Block, The Mayo Clinic, Burger King, Toro, Domino’s Pizza, and many others. As his kids reached high school age, Reid realized he could leave a more meaningful legacy. After 30+ years in advertising, Reid found the best marketing seeks to earn appreciation for what it says, does, or solves. Reid believes it’s not only time for marketing, advertising, and PR to rise up and do more good for the world, but it's in a brand's best interest if it wants to get noticed, build meaning, and grow. Reid Holmes lives in the Twin Cities with his wife of 26 years, Katy. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/37864545

EEC 394: Strategies Leaders Can Use to Enhance Their Influence and Build a Personal Brand, with Antoniette Roze 08/12/2025

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EEC 392: The Skills You Need to Thrive in the Modern Workplace, with Steve Cadigan 07/29/2025

EEC 392: The Skills You Need to Thrive in the Modern Workplace, with Steve Cadigan Steve is a top talent strategist and leadership expert with 30+ years of experience. He famously led LinkedIn’s early hyper-growth phase as its first CHRO, building its world-class company culture from scratch, and scaling the organization from 400 to 4,000 employees in 3.5 years. In your book Workquake, you talk about how the world of work is rapidly changing. What are some of the biggest shifts you're seeing now that executives need to pay attention to? What do you see as the most common mistakes leaders make when trying to adapt their talent strategies for the future? How do talent challenges differ across these sectors, and what lessons can leaders learn from each other? What role does company culture play in navigating an unpredictable world of work, and how can leaders build resilient cultures that thrive during times of change? What separates good leaders from truly exceptional ones in this rapidly evolving work landscape? How should executives rethink their approach to hiring and developing talent to ensure they remain competitive in the years ahead? Steve Cadigan Steve is a top talent strategist and leadership expert with 30+ years of experience. He famously led LinkedIn’s early hyper-growth phase as its first CHRO, building its world-class company culture from scratch, and scaling the organization from 400 to 4,000 employees in 3.5 years. As one of the most provocative global thought leaders on the future of work, Steve is hired not only by F500 companies but by entire countries to help them navigate the talent landscape. His clientele spans all the way from Google, X, Slack, BBC, and Intel, to the City of Lisbon, which hired him to develop the startup incubator Unicorn Factory. His award-winning book Workquake is considered a game changer for leaders and organizations on the future of work in a post-COVID world. He has also written for Forbes and Inc., will soon be writing for Business Insider, and frequently appears on Bloomberg and CNBC to talk about the evolving nature of work, talent management, the Big Resignation, and successful leadership. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/37538445

EEC 391: How the Pandemic Shattered Old Paradigms and Awakened Meaningful Living, with Amrita Subramanian 07/22/2025

EEC 391: How the Pandemic Shattered Old Paradigms and Awakened Meaningful Living, with Amrita Subramanian Amrita is a former Fortune 500 VP who has devoted 22+ years of her career to helping organizations thrive amid crises. Her work is dedicated to providing education and practical solutions for individuals and communities worldwide. Tell us about your personal experience of living through trauma and how it changed you? How can pain lead to growth? The pandemic is still largely under-processed. What makes you say that? Should we not move on? And denial is not a choice folks seem to be making. Do people want to process what they experienced during COVID? What were your research findings? Why do we need a two-way to process pain? How can and did pain lead to growth? Amrita Subramanian Amrita is a former Fortune 500 VP who has devoted 22+ years of her career to helping organizations thrive amid crises. Currently, she teaches at the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on posttraumatic growth through the pandemic, and has also almost completed her Ph.D on post-traumatic growth in adults through COVID-19. As the world faced COVID, the first collective trauma/crisis disruption in modern-day history, Amrita launched a first-of-its-kind study to explore how pain leads to growth and analyze our ability to heal ourselves during an unparalleled crisis. Her work is dedicated to providing education and practical solutions for individuals and communities worldwide. Her lessons draw from the evidence-based practices of everyday people who have shown heartfelt humility and wisdom in the face of crisis and devastation. The research study has amassed global participation, and she is convinced that it will show the pandemic strengthened us and renewed our sense of identity, purpose, and community. Amrita knows well that there is growth from trauma based on what she's endured in her own life. At the age of five, she was abandoned in a convent. The trauma and abuse she endured throughout that time resulted in selective mutism until she was 11 years old, among other things. Amrita is now using her voice to help guide humanity and speak out about the many facets of pain and what good could come from them. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on . We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with . MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is , founder and general manager of a company that specializes in leadership development. /episode/index/show/globalnomadicleadership/id/37460195

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