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A podcast about meaningful conversations at work, at home and with yourself! I am Steve Wright, a former technical support and IT manager with nearly 30 years of work experience across the UK and the US. I have also been involved in personal development for over 20 years, working with Tony Robbins and Joseph McClendon III. I am now a workplace coach bringing coaching skills to managers to empower and engage their teams. This podcast is an opportunity to share coaching insights, learn directly from coaches and managers in the field, and have a bit of fun! Fun fact: I went the movies with Tony Robbins many years ago! DM me on LinkedIn if you want to know what we watched (and if he cried?😊)

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December 18, 20251 hr 20 min

Ep. 96 - From Homelessness to Hope: Jon Cook and Miles Goring

Welcome to the show.Had an absolutely powerful conversation with Jon Cook and his mate Miles, who shared one of the most raw and honest stories I've heard. This is what real vulnerability looks like, and blimey, it's transformative.Key Points:Miles went from successful finance career to losing everything - health, family, home - through addiction and mental health strugglesAfter his 10th seizure, he hit rock bottom and decided to completely change how he lived his lifeFound recovery through rehab and fellowship groups that provided non-judgmental space to be heard and understoodMen's mental health crisis is real, especially during challenging times like Christmas when isolation intensifiesSociety's pressure on men to maintain a facade of strength and success creates a culture of silence that killsThe Stark Reality: "I lost my physical health, I lost my mental health, I lost my wife, I lost my access to the children, I lost my home." Miles didn't sugarcoat how quickly life can unravel when you're struggling alone.The Fellowship Power: "I had a space where people would actually just sit and listen." That simple act of being heard without judgment became the foundation for Miles' recovery and rebuilding.Cultural Pressure: We're living at such a fast pace that we don't pause to reflect on our well-being. The expectation to appear strong and successful isolates men from getting the help they desperately need.The ONE Thing: Recovery is possible, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. No one has to face their struggles alone - community and vulnerability are the pathways to transformation. Breaking the stigma around men's mental health starts with conversations like this one.Connect with Jon Cooke:https://www.skool.com/the-honest-man-project-4222

September 25, 20251 hr 2 min

Ep. 95 - Your Crisis Is Your Opportunity: Sven Masterson

Welcome to the show.I had a profound conversation with Sven Masterson from Pennsylvania - an "accidental men's midlife coach" and author who completely transformed his understanding of masculinity and marriage. Sandra Norris connected us, and I can see why - this man gets what real men's work looks like.Key Points:At 51, Sven followed the "script" - husband, father of six, entrepreneur - but was miserable, especially in his marriageInitially thought he had a "wife problem" until discovering he had a "me problem" - lacking empathy and compassionFound a coach online who offered free conversations, joined men's groups, went to a retreat in Mexico with strangersNow dedicates 1000+ hours annually to coaching men worldwide through conversations and communityWrites books and runs cohorts because the men he works with are "conscientious, thoughtful, intelligent" - they read books and take actionThe Vulnerable Moment: Sven shared publicly wanting his wife to "die in her sleep" during his darkest period - with her sitting beside him. That honesty connected with countless men struggling with similar thoughts.Men's Work Reality: Real men's groups aren't about tearing down women or being "feral" - they're spaces where men can be creative, intuitive, empathetic, supportive, and industrious. When quality men gather, they echo and confirm the best in each other.The Power of Story: We all think we're alone in our struggles - "I'm 50, why don't I have this figured out?" But when you tell your truth, you realize there are others just like you in 8 billion people.The ONE Thing: Your value and worth is intrinsic - you're born perfect in that regard. Let go of the idea that your worth comes from performance or roles, because inevitably those roles end. That's when real vitality begins.Connect with Sven:https://svenmasterson.comConnect with Steve: (Cohort program)https://sawrightcoaching.com/12wyc

September 19, 2025Episode 9441 min

Ep. 94 - Turning Survival into Service: Kelvin Sampson JRF

Welcome to the show.Sometimes the hardest journeys create the strongest platforms to help others. I had an incredible conversation with Kelvin Sampson from Nigeria, CEO of KD Squares and one of the most inspiring people I've met. This young man's journey from literally going hungry for days to building a globally recognized tech company is absolutely extraordinary.Key Points:Born into poverty, lived with extended family, struggled through university and beyondHit rock bottom after graduation - went without food for days, had to engage in dangerous illegal activities just to surviveStarted freelance writing at $1 per 500 words, working 10,000 words some days just to get byBuilt KD Squares (named after partners King, Kelvin, Denzel, David) as a mission-driven company empowering young Africans with digital skillsNow globally recognized: 3rd best web design company worldwide, 5th in business intelligence, working with 100+ companies across 20+ countriesThe Mission: Instead of young talent turning to cybercrime for quick money, KD Squares provides legitimate pathways through digital skills training. Kelvin's living proof that there's a better way than taking shortcuts that hurt communities.From Teaching to Tech: Even during his darkest days, Kelvin was teaching in secondary schools - always had that moral compass of helping others while helping himself. That ethos drives everything he does today.Global Impact: The company has multiple international awards and accolades, providing social proof to young Africans that legitimate success is possible through hard work and skill development.The ONE Thing: True success isn't just about climbing out of your circumstances - it's about building platforms to help others do the same. Kelvin's journey from survival mode to global recognition shows what's possible when you combine necessity, initiative, and genuine desire to lift up your community.Connect with Steve:linkedin.com/in/sawright

August 21, 2025Episode 9347 min

Ep. 93 - Finding Your Voice Through Words: Klementyna de Sternberg Stojalowska

Welcome to the show.I had a brilliant chat with Klem (as she's known professionally) - a Polish-born, Scotland-based copywriter who helps brands find their authentic voice. This woman gets it when it comes to the power of words to shape not just how we communicate, but who we become.Timestamps:(13:35) - The "Here comes..." identity technique(19:08) - Storytelling as what defines us from other animals(27:06) - Message in a bottle metaphor and overcoming sharing barriers(34:47) - AI ethics and maintaining authentic voice(42:46) - Art as commissioned work vs personal expression(47:32) - Finding your voice and protecting humanityKey Points:"Here comes..." technique: Start conversations by mentally declaring your intended identity - "Here comes the expert" or "Here comes the creative" - and you'll naturally step into that roleWords don't just describe our world, they create it - be intentional about the language you use about yourselfThe balance between ego and service: Like commissioned art, you can bring your unique artistry while serving someone else's visionAI is a tool like a pen - powerful when held properly, dangerous when given too much agency over your authentic voiceFinding your people: Content length doesn't matter ("How long is a piece of string?") - what matters is knowing your purpose and who you're trying to reachThe Message in a Bottle: Every piece of content you create matters to you as the creator. When you overcome that initial hurdle to share your message, two things happen: you realize you can do it (the world doesn't end), and you open yourself up to receive messages from others.Art vs Commission: We all have that Leonardo da Vinci element within us - sometimes we just need an external perspective to help arrange the pieces differently until it clicks.The ONE Thing: Be human, protect your humanity at all costs. No tool should ever replace your authentic voice - your genuine self is what creates real connection and separates you from the noise.What message are you keeping in your bottle that the world needs to hear?To contact Klementyna:https://www.linkedin.com/in/klemensTo contact me:https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach

August 14, 2025Episode 9251 min

Ep. 92 - Being Human at Work: Leadership We Actually Need -Sondra Norris

Welcome to the Show!I had an absolute cracker of a conversation with Sondra Norris from San Jose, CA. - 30 years in learning and development, HR, and executive consulting. This woman gets it when it comes to helping people stay human in all their roles.Key Points:Leaders aren't superhuman - they put their pants on one leg at a time and have the same human flaws as everyone elseSelf-awareness is everything: leaders must understand that every action is being measured and impacts whether people feel safe or unsafeWhen people feel unsafe, they rally others around that toxicity - creating negative group dynamics that poison new hiresTraditional DEI often isolates rather than unifies - focus on shared human experiences instead of differencesActive listening isn't just brain activity - you're creating safety for people to volunteer their best selvesTrust is earned through consistency: being the same human regardless of circumstancesThe New Hire Reality: Fresh employees arrive open and optimistic, but existing toxic team dynamics quickly convert them. "Welcome to the factory" becomes the unofficial onboarding.Trust Bank Account: Make constant deposits because something will always go wrong. Without that foundation, you can't earn forgiveness when mistakes happen.The Bottom Line: Companies employ half the planet. If they could make the experience genuinely positive, growing, and human, they could literally change the world through sheer numbers.The ONE Thing: Everything you do as a leader is about building trust and creating safety. People stop giving creativity, extra hours, and innovation when trust dies - and it all comes down to basic human-to-human perception.Are you creating safety or toxicity in your one-to-ones?Connect with Sondra:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sondranorrisConnnect with me:https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach

August 7, 202537 min

Ep. 91 - From Burned Coach to Business Builder: Linda Gross's Payment Solution

Welcome to the show.I met Linda Gross through our mutual connections in our FaceBook groups. This woman knows the pain of getting stung by non-paying clients - and she's built a brilliant solution around it.Key Points:Linda got burned by a client who ghosted her after services were delivered. Even won in small claims court but couldn't collect - that's when she knew there had to be a better wayStatistically, clients stop paying on month four because they've "drunk your beer and eaten your hamburgers" - got what they came for from your 90-day programShe matches coaches with legitimate third-party lenders (not the dodgy ones everyone's heard of) offering A and B paper credit with 0% financing optionsOnly works with intermediate to advanced coaches ($5K-$20K programs) who've quit their day jobs - no motivation coaching needed at that levelHer 90-day business program focuses on parallel income streams and plugging money leaks that sink coaching businessesThe Reality Check: Most coaches are brilliant at their craft but clueless about business fundamentals. They'll work 80-100 hours a week but spend valuable time as £10/hour debt collectors instead of £1000/hour coaches.Linda's Model: She only gets paid when the loan closes - complete win-win-win for coach, client, and her. If someone's credit is horrible, she gives them homework to fix it rather than letting coaches discover this painful truth on month four.Main Takeaway: You don't have to risk your own money or become a debt collector. There are professional financing solutions that let you focus on being the best coach you can be instead of chasing payments.Why are you doing a £10/hour job when you're a £1000/hour coach?Connect with Linda:info@lindagrossx.comlinkedin.com/in/linda-gross-business-coach-mentor-421aab32Connect with Steve:https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach

July 31, 2025Episode 901 hr 2 min

Ep. 90 - The Pink Flamingo Way- Love Your Neighbor AND Yourself: Chañel Robe

Welcome to the show.What a journey! I have Chañel back on the show after six months, and blimey - she's gone from finding her home in St. Kitts to being married! Met Jeremy (who's been on my show) in October, engaged by January, married by February. When God orders your steps, He doesn't mess about!Key Points:Chañel is a "recovering people pleaser" who burned out twice serving others at her own expenseThe Pink Flamingo represents confidence and serving from overflow, not emptiness - flamingos lose their pink when they sacrifice too much for their youngHer core message: "Love God, love you, love your neighbor" - it's not either/or, it's ANDShe's written two books in her Pink Flamingo series, runs a Pink Flamingo club, and works with business owners on boundaries and processesPassionate about healing psychological wounds of slavery in the Caribbean through therapy funding and emotional wellnessThe Pink Flamingo Revelation: God woke her at 3am asking why flamingos are pink. Answer: they can't hide. Like King Saul hiding behind luggage, she was called to stop being timid and "own her pink" - serve with confidence.Marriage as Sanctification: Every interaction is an opportunity to help someone become more whole while growing yourself. "How can I serve this person in a way that honors us both?"The ONE Thing: Pause and admit what you want. You can serve others with excellence while honoring your own needs and desires. There's power in the pause and being truthful about your desires - it's not selfish, it's scriptural.Are you serving from your overflow or your emptiness?Links to Chañel:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chanelrobeWebsite: https://findyourpinkflamingo.comLinks to Steve:https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach

June 26, 202542 min

Ep. 89 - Writing Your Way to Healing with Maxine (Annie) Cook

Welcome to the showI had an absolute gem of a conversation with Maxine Cook, who writes under Annie Cook. This woman's journey from criminal psychologist to published author is fascinating - and her mission to help women tell their stories really resonated with me.Key Points:Maxine burned out from her psychology career working with young offenders but used that rich experience to fuel her creative writingShe's published 8 books in 2 years (yes, you read that right!) in her "Teapot Cottage" series - gentle stories about women rebuilding their livesHer books feature a healing cottage in the Lake District built on ley lines, where broken characters find transformation through gentle, non-violent changeShe's passionate about helping older women find their voice in a society that often overlooks themWriting can be therapeutic whether published or not - it's about leaving a legacy and healing yourselfWriting Process: Maxine doesn't plan extensively - she starts with an idea and lets the characters guide the story. "I find myself running to catch up with these books because they gain their own momentum."The ONE Thing: Every woman has a story worth telling. The process of writing it down - even if no one else ever reads it - can be profoundly healing and creates an invaluable legacy for future generations.Maxine's now helping other women tell their stories through her website anniecookwriter.com. Her tagline says it all: "Stories of hope and healing with the help of a little bit of magic."What story are you waiting to tell?

June 19, 20251 hr 7 min

Ep. 88 - Finding Your Voice Through Podcasting: Wil Otero

Welcome to the show.Had an amazing chat with my dear friend Will Otero from Pennsylvania - a Brooklyn boy who's become my podcasting mentor and guide. We connected a couple years back, and his journey has been nothing short of inspiring.Will started podcasting in 2020 during the pandemic after being furloughed. What began with a $160 Amazon podcasting studio and his nephew has grown into a media empire including Stuck in My Mind Podcast, RealWise TV, and now RealWise Publishing.Key Points• Start imperfect, improve consistently - Will's nephew wanted to scrap their first episode, but Will insisted on releasing it to show the journey • Put love into your craft - Whether cooking or podcasting, people can tell when you're genuinely passionate vs. just going through motions • Relationships over monetization - Building authentic connections worldwide matters more than immediate financial returns • Skills compound unexpectedly - Podcasting led to video editing, book publishing, and speaking opportunities • Imposter syndrome is universal - You don't need letters after your name; real-world experience and genuine desire to help others mattersThe ONE ThingCoach thyself moment: You don't have to be miles ahead of someone to help them - just one or two steps so they can see the path. The magic happens when you put love into your craft and show up authentically.Contact Wil:email: wizeeljefe@stuckinmymindpodcast.comLInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wil-otero-producer/Contact Steve:https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach

June 12, 202532 min

Ep. 87 - Breaking Free from the Planning Trap: Clare Evans

Welcome to the show.It was great to be back after a break with an amazing guest - Time Management and Productivity Coach, Clare EvansClare's Journey 🎯 I loved hearing how Clare went from secretary to IT coder to project manager, then took voluntary redundancy at 40 to start her coaching business. Her "what now?" moment really resonated with me - that feeling of wanting something more than corporate life.The Planning Problem 📝 Clare called me out on my biggest issue - I get so caught up in planning the perfect plan that I never actually DO anything! She says just start with 3 things you want to achieve today. That's it. No perfect system needed.Quick Wins ⚡Spend 5-10 minutes each morning planning your dayUse "action lists" instead of "to-do lists" (love this reframe!)Focus on 90-day goals, not 5-year dreamsRemember: planning gets faster with practiceThe Holistic Approach 🌟 Clare doesn't just focus on work productivity. She looks at your whole life - health, relationships, personal development. As guys, we try to compartmentalize, but everything connects.Neurodiversity Insight 🧠 Many of Clare's clients have ADHD or think they might. She reminded me that we're all neurodiverse - there's no "normal" way to think or work.The ONE Thing💡Develop the planning habit. Take 5-10 minutes each day to plan what you want to achieve. It's about the habit, not the perfect system.Connect with Clare: https://clareevans.co.uk or grab her Productivity Reset on LinkedIn.Connect with Steve:https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach