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The AI Trap: How Over-Reliance on Tech is Eroding Your Leadership Instincts
You ever make a move that looked efficient—but felt hollow?In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael exposes the quiet cost of over-automated leadership in “The AI Trap: ...
Toxic Resilience: When ‘Never Quitting’ Becomes Self-Sabotage
You ever power through the pain, feel that survival glow—then realize: “I didn’t win. I just didn’t die”?In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael breaks the myth of nobl...
The Success Hangover: Why ‘Winning’ Feels Empty (And How to Fix It)
You ever hit the win—then feel nothing but fog?In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael calls out the quiet crash achievers rarely talk about in “The Success Hangover: W...
Relationship ROI: Are Your Connections Fueling or Draining Your Vision?
You ever get clear on your next level—only to feel dragged back by the people closest to you?In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael unpacks “Relationship ROI: Are Your...
The Delegation Deception: Why ‘Letting Go’ Feels Like Losing Your Identity
Letting go isn’t just about productivity. For high-achievers, it can feel like losing who you are.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael unpacks “The Delegation Decept...
Self-Doubt is a Superpower (If You Stop Weaponizing It Against Yourself)
Doubt isn’t weakness—it’s your edge. But only if you stop using it as a weapon against yourself.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael breaks open the truth behind “Se...
The Myth of Multitasking: Why Your ‘Productivity Hack’ is a Trauma Response
Heads up: This one’s got a little rougher sound than usual—but the message is too on-point not to drop. Sometimes the clarity’s worth the static.Multitasking might loo...
Boundary Bullies: The People You’re Still Letting Steal Your Potential
Leaked energy. Guilt trips. “Support” that steals your clarity. It’s time to name the real drain on your power.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael exposes “Boundary...
The Surrender Strategy: How Letting Go (Not Grinding Harder) Unlocks Your Next Level
Still grinding, but feeling stuck? This episode delivers a paradox that unlocks your next level—not through harder work, but through letting go.In today’s episode, hos...
The Myth of Balance: Why ‘Harmony’ Beats Hustle Every Time
Ever tried to balance everything—only to feel like you're failing at everything? This episode unpacks the myth of balance and gives you something stronger to stand on:...
Beyond the Boost: From Fuzzy to Clear with Orly Zeewy
In today’s attention economy, clarity isn’t optional—it’s essential. In this episode of Beyond the Boost, I sit down with Orly Zeewy, brand clarity expert and author o...
Ambition’s Blindspot: The 3 ‘Harmless’ Lies Capping Your Success
Ever felt ambitious, only to pull back with thoughts like “I’m not ready,” “I don’t deserve this,” or “Slow is safer”? This episode unpacks the silent success stories ...
Empathy is Overrated: When ‘Understanding Others’ Becomes Your Leadership Trap
Ever sharpened your focus—then drowned in everyone else’s feelings? This episode is your wake-up to lead with heart, not heaviness.In today’s episode, host Shawn Micha...
The Busyness Betrayal: Why Your Hustle is Secretly Shrinking Your Legacy
Ever led like a founder—then crashed under the weight of constant hustle? This episode is your wake-up call to reclaim your impact.In today’s episode, host Shawn Micha...
The Silent CEO: How to Lead Your Life Like a Founder (Without Quitting Your Job)
Ever felt your impact growing—then looked around and realized you’re still playing someone else’s game? This episode’s your wake-up call to take the wheel.In today’s e...
The Legacy You’re Already Building (Even If No One’s Applauding Yet)
Ever showed up again and again—without claps, without credit—and wondered if it even matters? This episode is your reminder: it does.In today’s episode, host Shawn Mic...
The Confidence Con: Why ‘Faking It’ is the Most Authentic Thing You Can Do
Ever stepped up, then second-guessed yourself—“Am I even legit right now?” This episode flips that doubt into growth.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael tears open ...
The Rebel’s Playbook: When Breaking Rules is the First Step to Leading
Ever felt ready to lead—then hit walls built by outdated rules? This episode’s your spark to break free and build your own lane.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael ...
The Followership Fix: How Leading Starts with Who You’re Willing to Learn From
Power wields—following flips it. Ever tapped your sway, then dodged the ‘boss’ tag? This episode’s your fix to lead through learning.In today’s episode, host Shawn Mic...
The Invisible Authority Trap: Why You’re Already Powerful (And How to Wield It)
Quiet sways—power hides. Ever led soft, then felt skipped over? This episode’s your trap to wield what’s yours.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael cracks open “The ...
Quiet Leaders Anonymous: How Introverts Hijack Influence Without the Spotlight
Claiming kicks—quiet wins it. Ever stopped waiting, then dodged the spotlight? This episode’s your hijack to lead soft.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael flips the...
The Permission Paradox: Why Waiting to ‘Feel Ready’ is Killing Your Potential
Doubt fuels—waiting kills it. Ever flipped your edge, then stalled for ‘ready’? This episode’s your kick to claim it now.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael smashes...
The Imposter’s Advantage: Why Feeling ‘Unqualified’ is Your Secret Weapon
Leading hides—doubt drives it. Ever owned your lead, then felt ‘unqualified’? This episode’s your edge to win through it.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael flips d...
You’re Already Leading (You Just Don’t Call It That)
Villains blur—leadership shines. Ever fought for your future, then missed your own lead? This episode’s your wake-up to own it.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael f...
Vision's Villains: The 3 ‘Helpful’ People Distorting Your Future
Trust wins—villains twist it. Ever believed in you, then let ‘help’ blur your future? This episode’s your fight to take it back.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael ...
The Trust Triumph: How to Win by Believing In
Strength stands—trust wins it. Ever surged tall, then doubted your own belief? This episode’s your triumph to win by believing in.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michae...
The Strength Surge: How to Win by Standing Tall
Courage leaps—strength stands. Ever stepped up bold, then felt the sway? This episode’s your surge to win by standing tall.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael unpac...
The Courage Comeback: How to Win by Stepping Up
Focus sharpens—courage steps it up. Ever locked in clear, then held back? This episode’s your comeback to win by going bold.In today’s episode, host Shawn Michael unpa...