Are you feeling unsure about where AI is headed—and what it means for your life, your work, and your relationships? You’re not alone. For some, AI is exciting. For others, it brings a quiet anxiety about what's next. And then there are those caught in between, wondering if AI is slowly edging out the human factor altogether. So, how do we navigate this new reality? Can we embrace technology without losing the heart of what makes us human? In this episode, we’ll explore how emotional intelligence...
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 75
Oh, the world needs this... more compassion. Compassion is often misunderstood—some dismiss it as weakness, while others see it as optional. But the truth is, compassion is power—silent, strategic, and transformational. It doesn’t tear down; it builds. And when practiced well, it strengthens teams, deepens relationships, and fosters a thriving culture. Yet, many overlook the power they hold in their own hands. This episode will awaken you to the incredible ability you have to help and heal other...
Jun 17, 2025•46 min•Ep. 74
Feeling stretched too thin? Exhausted from saying “yes” too often? Drained by relationships that take more than they give? The solution isn’t more time—it’s better boundaries. Boundaries aren’t just about keeping things out—they’re about protecting what matters most. In this episode, we’ll explore how setting clear limits can help you safeguard your energy, strengthen relationships, and create space for real growth. Let’s prioritize your well-being and reclaim your power—together. Join me for th...
Jun 03, 2025•43 min•Ep. 73
New times demand new approaches—not just in leadership but in how we connect with others. Today’s relationships, whether in the workplace, at home, or within our communities, require a deeper level of awareness and adaptability—what Loren Rosario-Maldonado calls Cultural Intelligence (CQ). Much like leadership must transcend departments and titles, Cultural Intelligence enables individuals to break past surface-level connections and understand the nuances that shape interactions in a globally in...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 72
An occasional rough morning is understandable, but when it becomes a pattern, it can drain your passion, weaken your resilience, and strain your relationships. If you find yourself asking, “Why can't I get going?” or “Why do I just not care?”—it might not be simple exhaustion. You may be experiencing burnout. In this episode of The Coach's Corner, we dive into the roots of burnout, its consequences, and, most importantly, nine actionable ways to prevent it. If you want to maintain your energy th...
May 06, 2025•43 min•Ep. 71
It’s something many of us wonder—can our work be more than just a paycheck? Can it become a place where we truly connect, uncover meaning, and build a supportive community? And maybe even leave a legacy that matters. This episode dives into that possibility. Join me as I sit down with Kay Dag-Ellams to explore the art of creating a fulfilling work life, building real connections, and discovering purpose within our professional communities. Tune in to learn how to make a life—not just a living—wh...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 70
New times demand new leadership approaches. Today's leadership calls for a holistic perspective—what I call 'Holistic Leadership: Leadership for the whole person.' This phrase reflects my observations of the modern workplace. Leaders can no longer limit their influence to work, departments, or branches. Leadership must transcend the workplace and connect to the lives of their teams, as far as those teams allow. After all, no one comes to work unaffected by life outside of it. To ignore this real...
Apr 08, 2025•46 min•Ep. 69
Have you heard of pillow talk? If not, let me break it down. Pillow talk refers to the intimate, relaxed conversations shared between partners while lying in bed—typically before falling asleep or after waking up. It's a moment of vulnerability, connection, and open communication, where people feel at ease discussing personal thoughts, feelings, or even lighthearted topics. But what happens when the pillow stops being a bridge for conversation and becomes a barrier of contention? When it feels l...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 68
Are you finding it tough to stay focused and keep your main goals front and center throughout the day and week? It’s so important to start your day with clarity and purpose. But let’s face it—sometimes, even with the best intentions, others try to impose their goals and values on you, pushing you in directions that don’t align with your priorities. So how do you resist that pull? How do you keep the main thing—the main thing—and ensure you're prioritizing your time on what truly matters? Distrac...
Mar 11, 2025•48 min•Ep. 67
Are you struggling to stay energized and focused throughout the day? You’re not alone! While occasional distractions are inevitable, consistent loss of focus can hinder your productivity and well-being. In this episode, we’ll explore five things that break our focus and five things that help us keep it. This episode is designed to wake you up and help you maintain your focus. To learn more, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://mis...
Feb 25, 2025•41 min•Ep. 66
Are you struggling to jumpstart your mornings and stay energized throughout the day? Starting your day the right way is crucial if you're looking to accomplish your big goals for the year. Each morning is a step toward that desired direction. While occasional bad starts are inevitable, consistently poor beginnings can hinder your overall productivity and well-being. In this episode, we'll explore five transformative habits that can revolutionize your morning routine. Get UP! Get going! Prepare t...
Feb 11, 2025•34 min•Ep. 65
It’s a common struggle for many of us: we make resolutions with the best intentions, only to find them slipping through our fingers as the year progresses. Why is it so hard to keep our resolutions? The answer lies in our approach. Too often, we treat resolutions like holiday wishes, vague hopes tossed into the air with no real plan to catch them. This podcast is here to change that. Join us as we delve into the art and science of making resolutions that stick. We’ll explore practical strategies...
Jan 28, 2025•37 min•Ep. 64
Last year has been an amazing year for The Coach’s Corner. As we delved into topics you wondered about or even worried about, we tackled them head-on, offering practical advice to support you in this ring of life. Our aim is to make you confident to get in there and be your best self. We had several guests and co-coaches on the show to share their tips. We will be looking at these top hits from the various interviews we did. Join us in this podcast, Part 2, to relive those knockouts of success. ...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 63
This has been an amazing year for The Coach’s Corner. As we delved into topics you wondered about or even worried about, we tackled them head-on, offering practical advice to support you in this ring of life. Our aim is to make you confident to get in there and be your best self. We had several guests and co-coaches on the show to share their tips. We will be looking at these top hits from the various interviews we did. We’ll begin with Part 1 of our 2-part series of Top Hits of 2024. Join us on...
Dec 31, 2024•49 min•Ep. 62
The holidays are back, and you may be wrestling with some tough questions. They are swirling around in your head like an ongoing hamster wheel. These questions come to the fore because of the nature of the holidays. Where we should see fun, all we see is dread, sadness, or maybe anger. You don’t know how to deal with the emotional turmoil. This season may have a lot of ups, but it also has a lot of downs. If that’s you, this podcast is for you. If that’s your loved one, then this podcast is for ...
Dec 23, 2024•40 min•Ep. 61
Masculinity has been a hot topic lately. It’s been hotly debated how a man should express his masculinity not only outside the home but also inside the home, where it should be safe. Many times, men are left to their own devices as they continue to struggle to connect with women and vice versa. The key problem of misunderstanding that leads to conflict impacts both men and women. Conflict is not only outside of the home but also inside the home, the place that should be our safe landing spot—our...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 60
Have you ever paused to truly appreciate the small victories in your life? When you do, you realize that every little achievement is humbling, compelling you to acknowledge the progress you’ve made. This realization brings forth a sense of gratitude, where joy flows like a bubbling stream. In contrast, focusing only on big achievements and feeling entitled to immediate success leads to stress and disappointment. At that point, life feels like a constant struggle, not a series of wins. Are you st...
Nov 19, 2024•42 min•Ep. 59
If you’re a parent with a child in high school, you might be wondering what the future holds. As soon as you start thinking about it, the worry creeps in—sweaty palms, biting nails. What will the future be like for them? The days of a clear path are gone. No more straightforward formula for success: Go to university, do well on your tests, graduate, get a job and home. The end. That’s no longer the story. The story has changed, and the ending will be different if our children aren’t prepared for...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 58
When you hear about neurodiversity, what comes to mind? Some of you might think "different." Some might say "I don’t know." Others could even say "superpower." Whatever your answer, this episode is for you as we’ll explore all three perspectives. As we grow more knowledgeable about neurodiversity, we're uncovering the unique gifts that neurodiverse individuals bring to the table. Many of our top entrepreneurs and business leaders, like Richard Branson, Barbara Corcoran, Steve Jobs, Angela Hender...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 57
Have you ever paused to truly see life as a gift? When you do, you realize that everything you have received is humbling, compelling you to acknowledge a power beyond yourself. This realization brings forth a sense of gratitude, where words flow like a bubbling stream. In contrast, feeling entitled with unreasonable expectations leads to stress and disappointment. At that point, life feels like something owed to you, not a gift. Are you struggling to see the beauty of life, to view it as a gift?...
Oct 08, 2024•45 min•Ep. 56
Leaders are under increasing pressure to create workplace environments where employees feel safe and valued. A toxic work environment can severely impact an employee’s mental and physical well-being, leading to decreased productivity and higher turnover rates. It makes employees feel like they are working and living in a swamp of negativity. Wouldn’t it be great as a manager or leader to know how to identify and prevent toxicity in your workplace? Join me in this episode as we explore the concep...
Sep 24, 2024•52 min•Ep. 55
Leaders are under increasing pressure to create workplace environments where employees feel at home. In essence, this means fostering a sense of belonging. Belonging means a home away from home. This experience has become a key factor in whether employees choose to stay or leave, even if it means passing up higher pay or promotions. Wouldn’t it be great as a manager or leader to know how to create a home away from home for your employees and team members? Belonging knows no bounds and includes y...
Sep 10, 2024•41 min•Ep. 54
I’ve often heard that a company is not a family. While that may be true, it’s the people who make up a family. When you find your people at work and bond like a family, it makes work much more meaningful and transforms the workplace into a space where you can truly thrive. In today’s world, where opportunities for authentic connections are dwindling, the workplace might be one of the few places left where people can form these bonds out of necessity. But how do we transition from merely making a...
Aug 27, 2024•47 min•Ep. 53
What are your memories of the Olympics? Which events do you look forward to the most? Is it gymnastics, swimming, track, or something else? Why do we enjoy the Games? Perhaps more importantly, what can we learn from the Olympics? In this episode, we explore the timeless lessons that the Olympic Games teach us. Although the Games come around only every four years, their principles can be applied daily, especially as situations arise. Join me as I share my insights and wisdom on the life lessons t...
Aug 13, 2024•43 min•Ep. 52
Is the road to being more confident, more relatable and more influential to be more open—or even more exposed? Some say will say No but those who do will be missing the art of Vulnerability and the power it holds to change not only others but themselves and the relationships they hold on dearly. On this episode, we explore vulnerability and recognize what it is and why it’s important. Join me and my guest, Christy Pretzinger, as she shares insights on being vulnerable and the ways we can open up...
Jul 30, 2024•49 min•Ep. 51
Hey, TCC Family! I’ve hit a major milestone—my 50th! 🎉 Nope. It’s neither my birthday nor our anniversary, but my 50th episode of The Coach’s Corner. And you know what, this achievement feels just as special. Many dream of starting a podcast, but fear and time often conspire against those good intentions. Yet here we are, part of the special few who’ve kept going, building a community around The Coach’s Corner. To mark this occasion, I’m putting myself in the hot seat. My wife and partner, Tajé...
Jul 16, 2024•54 min•Ep. 50
Remember September 11, 2001, famously known as 911—the day when the world seemed to unravel, and the unthinkable became reality. The shockwaves from the attacks on the World Trade Center reverberated globally, leaving us questioning everything we once knew. Amidst the chaos, our leaders urged calm, but it was easier said than done. Beyond the headlines, each of us faces our own 9/11 moments—those times when our personal world crumbles. These crises may go unnoticed by others, but they shake us t...
Jul 02, 2024•50 min•Ep. 49
Remember September 11, 2001, famously known as 911—the day when the world seemed to unravel, and the unthinkable became reality. The shockwaves from the attacks on the World Trade Center reverberated globally, leaving us questioning everything we once knew. Amidst the chaos, our leaders urged calm, but it was easier said than done. Beyond the headlines, each of us faces our own 9/11 moments—those times when our personal world crumbles. These crises may go unnoticed by others, but they shake us t...
Jun 18, 2024•50 min•Ep. 48
Oprah Winfrey once said, “Hope is not a plan.” While this statement holds true, it’s essential to recognize that hope serves as our pulse—a sign that life still flows within us. When hope wanes, we risk becoming lifeless, mere shells of ourselves. The will to carry on diminishes, and we find ourselves adrift. Hope isn’t merely a nice-to-have; it’s vital for our well-being. It keeps us youthful, inspired, and resilient. Without hope, we lose the drive to be our best selves, and in extreme cases, ...
Jun 04, 2024•46 min•Ep. 47
What do you do when your life is falling apart? When the people you depend on seem to have walked out, leaving you alone? How do you pick up the broken pieces and start again? In a time of global change and disruptions, many lives have been unexpectedly shattered. How do you pivot and recreate your life? In this podcast, we’ll explore how to start over and recapture the best of the past to create a brighter future. Join me and my guest, Nasoan Sheftel-Gomes, as she shares insights on living the ...
May 21, 2024•48 min•Ep. 46
