Hosted by Denley McIntosh, The Coach's Corner explores life, both personally and professionally, with the goal of coaching and empowering others to listen with compassion, act with courage and live with purpose and joy in the community of others. Learn more at: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
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August 11, 2026Episode 104
THE RELATIONSHIP LADDER: How the Rungs of Respect, Like, Trust, and Love Can Bring You Up (or Down) at Work, at Home, and in Life
A listener asked a powerful question: “How do you measure your relationships in corporate America — in the context of what does it get you?” It’s a question about influence. It’s a question about access. It’s a question about trust. It’s a question about career mobility. And it’s a question most people never think to ask. Today on The Coach’s Corner, we’re introducing a simple, powerful framework that answers that question directly: Respect → Like → Trust → Love A relationship ladder that shows you: how relationships form how they deepen how they break how they heal and what each rung gets you This is The Relationship Ladder — and once you see it, you’ll never unsee it. Let’s go and climb it. Learn more at: *** NEW *** TCC Leading Under Pressure Program for Emerging & Executive Leaders https://www.mindmarker.com/leading-under-pressure-the-renewiq-master-journey/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoachescornerpod/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.denley.tcc Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
July 28, 2026Episode 103
LEADING UNDER PRESSURE: How to Support People Without Transferring Your Anxiety
Leaders today face a new kind of pressure — not just to deliver results, but to absorb uncertainty, regulate emotion, and support people who are struggling without transferring their own anxiety. Recently, I sat down with Aslak De Silva, host of Black Belt of Leadership and a fellow member of our Mission Matters podcast family, to explore exactly that. We talked about adversity, emotional intelligence, identity, compassion, and the human side of leadership. Today on The Coach’s Corner, I’m bringing those insights home — and expanding them. And if you want to go deeper after this episode, check out Episode #93: Emotional Echo, where we explore how leaders’ emotions ripple through their teams. Find out more about Aslak at: Webite: https://www.theblackbeltinleadership.com/ The Black Belt in Leadership podcast, https://missionmatters.com/author/aslak-de-silva/ Learn more at: *** NEW *** TCC Leading Under Pressure Program for Emerging & Executive Leaders https://www.mindmarker.com/leading-under-pressure-the-renewiq-master-journey/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoachescornerpod/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.denley.tcc More on: Brian McIntosh https://missionmatters.com/seeing-the-world-understanding-culture-through-travel-abroad-with-brian-mcintosh Loren Rosario-Maldonado https://missionmatters.com/the-healing-power-of-cq-how-cultural-intelligence-can-deepen-your-connections-reconcile-your-relationships-with-guest-loren-rosario-maldonado Nadine Zeinoun https://missionmatters.com/from-emotion-to-empowerment-finding-resilience-through-faith-and-hope-with-nadine-zeinoun Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
July 14, 2026Episode 102
Making Peace with Setbacks: How to Turn Loss Into Learning and Pain Into Purpose
Setbacks are universal. Whether in sports, work, relationships, or life, every one of us faces moments where expectations rise and results fall painfully short. In recent episodes like Grit & Grind, How to Bulk Up and Bounce Back, and Booted Out! When the Work Stops, we explored the emotional and psychological toll of setbacks — and the neuroscience behind how we recover. But today, we’re getting tactical. Because as Les Brown reminds us: “If you fall, fall on your back. If you can look up, you can get up.” This episode — Making Peace with Setbacks — gives you a practical roadmap to stop calling it failure and start using it as data so you can rise again with clarity, dignity, and direction. Learn more at: *** NEW *** TCC Leading Under Pressure Program for Emerging & Executive Leaders https://www.mindmarker.com/leading-under-pressure-the-renewiq-master-journey/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoachescornerpod/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.denley.tcc Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
June 30, 2026Episode 101
PLAY ON! What the World Cup Teaches Us About Humanity, Identity, and Connection
The World Cup is more than a tournament. It’s a global classroom—a living, breathing lesson in humanity. On the pitch, legends like Alphonso Davies, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Kylian Mbappé show us what excellence looks like. But in the stands, in the streets, and across the world, something even more powerful happens: Families travel together. Communities gather. People spend thousands of dollars to be part of something bigger than themselves. Cultures collide—and connect. Hearts sync—literally sync—in shared emotion. This episode, PLAY ON! What the World Cup Teaches Us About Humanity, Identity, and Connection, draws on powerful insights from past Coach’s Corner conversations with Nadine Zeinoun, Loren Rosario Maldonado, and Brian McIntosh to explore why this global event moves us so deeply—and what it reveals about who we are. Learn more at: *** NEW *** TCC Leading Under Pressure Program for Emerging & Executive Leaders https://www.mindmarker.com/leading-under-pressure-the-renewiq-master-journey/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecoachescornerpod/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.denley.tcc More on: Brian McIntosh https://missionmatters.com/seeing-the-world-understanding-culture-through-travel-abroad-with-brian-mcintosh Loren Rosario-Maldonado https://missionmatters.com/the-healing-power-of-cq-how-cultural-intelligence-can-deepen-your-connections-reconcile-your-relationships-with-guest-loren-rosario-maldonado Nadine Zeinoun https://missionmatters.com/from-emotion-to-empowerment-finding-resilience-through-faith-and-hope-with-nadine-zeinoun Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
June 16, 2026Episode 100
Episode 100 — The Journey, The Lessons, and The Lift-Off: How I Got Here… and How You Can Too… & What the Artemis II Mission Taught Me and Can Teach You
One hundred episodes. It’s more than a number. It’s a journey. A discipline. A testimony. Most people see the finished product — the polished episode, the smooth delivery, the message that lands. But behind every episode is a process: clarity, creativity, humility, and consistency. And behind that process is a story — a family, a legacy, a lineage. From the first recording to the hundredth, this podcast has been shaped by the people who shaped me: My wife, who believed in the mission; My children, who remind me why identity matters; And my father, whose life and lessons still echo in my spirit. From James Clear to Brené Brown, from Simon Sinek to Malcolm Gladwell — the message is the same: Success is not a moment. It’s a rhythm. A practice. A long obedience in the same direction. If you’ve ever wondered how to stay committed to a dream, how to build something meaningful, or how to keep going when the results aren’t immediate — this episode is for you. Learn more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachescornerpod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.denley.tcc?is_from_webapp=1 &sender_device=pc Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
June 2, 2026Episode 99
Humility — The Ground We Rise From: How Being Low Lifts You Up With Others
Humility. What is it? And why does it matter? It’s one of the most misunderstood virtues in modern life — often confused with weakness, passivity, or self‑erasure. But long before psychology labs, leadership seminars, or emotional‑intelligence workshops, ancient cultures understood humility as something far more powerful. In the ancient Near East, humility meant groundedness — literally returning to the earth, the place we ultimately come from. In spiritual traditions, humility was the gateway to wisdom. In social movements, humility fueled courage, compassion, and justice. And in business, humility keeps the workplace culture healthy and well — creating environments where people feel seen, valued, and safe to contribute. And today, research from the American Psychological Association shows that humility strengthens relationships, deepens trust, and increases emotional resilience. From C.S. Lewis to Brené Brown, from Henri Nouwen to Dorothy Day, from Sojourner Truth to Harriet Tubman — humility has always been the quiet force that lifts communities, heals relationships, and strengthens identity. If you want to build deeper connections, lead with integrity, parent with empathy, and grow in resilience, this episode is for you. Learn more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ https://www.thecoachscorner.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachescornerpod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.denley.tcc?is_from_webapp=1 &sender_device=pc Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
May 19, 2026Episode 98
The Silver Rule, The Golden Rule, and The Platinum Rule - Which One to Use? ... Three Tools You Need for Building Identity, Belonging, and Resilient Relationships.
Long before psychology textbooks, neuroscience labs, leadership seminars, or relationship podcasts, ancient civilizations were wrestling with the same question we face today: How do we treat each other well? From King Hammurabi’s Code in ancient Babylon — one of humanity’s earliest attempts to limit harm and create justice — to Confucius in China, Hillel in Judea, and Jesus in the Middle East, people have always searched for relational wisdom. These ancient voices weren’t just creating rules; they were trying to build societies where people could live together without destroying one another. And their insights still speak to our modern world — a world where relationships feel strained, social media feels chaotic, and people long to feel seen, understood, and valued. Today, we explore three timeless relational tools: -> The Silver Rule. -> The Golden Rule. -> The Platinum Rule. Backed by history, neuroscience, psychology, and medical research, these rules can transform how you lead, parent, partner, and build community. If you want to strengthen your relationships, deepen your identity, and build resilience in a world that feels increasingly disconnected, this episode is for you. Learn more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
May 5, 2026Episode 97
Finding Your Earlier Identity in Times of Change and Uncertainty — with Denise Lee Yohn
There are seasons in life when the world around you shifts faster than the world within you. Careers change. Roles evolve. Expectations rise. And somewhere in the middle of all that movement, a quiet question emerges: Who am I becoming — and who am I right now? In times of uncertainty, identity becomes both anchor and compass. And today’s guest, Denise Lee Yohn, understands that tension deeply. Denise is a globally recognized expert on brand leadership, a bestselling author, a keynote speaker, and a guide for leaders navigating the intersection of work, purpose, and identity. She has spent decades helping organizations build cultures that align with who they truly are — and now she helps individuals do the same. This episode is for anyone who feels caught between being and becoming, anyone who is re examining their identity in a changing world, and anyone who wants to integrate their values, work, and spiritual life with integrity. *** About Denise Lee Yohn *** Denise Lee Yohn is Co-Founder of the Bay Area Center for Faith, Work & Tech, as well as a corporate keynote speaker, consultant, and writer on brand leadership. Denise inspires and teaches Christian businesspeople to faithfully steward their work vocations as a speaker at churches, events, and conferences including Women Work & Calling and Boldly; and through contributions to media such as The Gospel Coalition and Fuller De Pree Center and her Substack, Called to be… * Reaching Denise * https://bit.ly/deniseleeyohn https://www.faithworktech.org/ https://deniseleeyohn.substack.com/ http://linkedin.com/in/deniseleeyohn http://instagram.com/deniseleeyohn Learn more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
April 21, 2026Episode 96
The Ground, the Pain, & the Rise: Getting Back Up & Living with Jahmaal Marshall
There are moments in life when you don’t just fall — you hit the ground. Hard. And when you’re down there, the world feels different. The air feels heavier. The silence feels louder. And the pain — emotional, physical, spiritual — becomes a companion you never asked for. But the ground is not the end of the story. For many leaders, high performers, and everyday people trying to hold it all together, the ground becomes the place where truth finally speaks. Where old wounds surface. Where the body stops pretending. Where the soul whispers, “Something has to change.” Today’s guest, Jahmaal Marshall, knows that journey intimately. His story is one of pain, survival, healing, and ultimately — rising. Not rising back into performance but rising back into living. This episode is for anyone who has been knocked down by life, anyone who has carried pain in silence, and anyone who is ready to rise again — slowly, honestly, and with dignity. About the Guest Jahmaal Marshall is a corporate wellness advocate, a boundaries expert, and the host of the top 1.5% global podcast Listen Then Speak. His mission is to transform 50,000 workplaces by 2035 — not through performance hacks, but through healing, emotional regulation, and honest leadership. Check out Jahmaal's online course: The Rewire & Renew Mini-Course 7 Lessons In this mini-course, you will learn how to rewire and renew your mind so you can target the root cause of stress and mitigate burnout. For those who are part of The Coach’s Corner (TCC) community, Jahmaal is offering a special discount. Enter code LTS2026 at checkout. Course link: https://jahmaalmarshall.podia.com/https-jahmaalmarshallpodiacom-the-burnout-mini-course?coupon=LTS2026 Learn more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denleymcintosh/ https://www.thecoachscorner.ca/ https://www.tiktok.com/@coach.denley.tcc https://www.instagram.com/thecoachescornerpod/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/denley-mcintosh/
April 7, 2026Episode 95
Booted Out! When The Work Stops: Using Faith, Resilience, And Talent To Rise Again with Arvi Carkanji
There is a specific kind of silence that happens when the work stops. It’s the shadow side of the professional world—the part people rarely discuss at dinner parties or on LinkedIn, but it is the reality for millions right now. When the work stops, the silence isn't just in your inbox; it’s in your home, your marriage, and your very soul. Whether it’s a plant shutdown, a drought, a recession, or a new AI algorithm—it feels the same. It feels like a folding chair just collapsed underneath you. Recent data shows that nearly 40% of global employment is exposed to AI disruption, and in the US alone, we see roughly 1.5 million layoffs per month. But statistics don't feel the humiliation. They don't feel the shrink that happens when you’ve been out for months and can no longer stand up firm and strong. If you’re ducking night outs to avoid the “What do you do?” conversation, this episode is for you. And yet, there’s another truth running alongside this one. There’s a moment in every career where you realize you’re not just building a résumé—you’re building a life. And sometimes that life is shaped by the people who believed in you long before you believed in yourself. For today’s guest, that spark came from a grandfather who told her she was destined for more, a son who reminded her to stay present, and a community of professionals who needed someone to advocate for them. This episode is for anyone navigating career transitions, leadership challenges, or the pressure to “figure it out” while the world keeps shifting. Because today, we’re talking about faith, resilience, and the real work of finding—and becoming—top talent. About the Guest Arvi Carkanji is the founder and CEO of Elite Talent, a recruiting firm that helps tech companies build Pre‑Sales and Post‑Sales teams that actually work. She specializes in placing Sales Engineers, Solutions Architects, Customer Success leaders… basically, the people who turn “maybe” into “yes” and “yes” into “hell yes, let’s expand this contract.” She’s got a 92% retention rate in an industry where most hires bail faster than a bad Tinder date. She calls it “professional matchmaking” because she genuinely believes recruiting is less about resumes and more about chemistry, timing, and whether someone’s going to thrive in your chaos or become part of it. Her philosophy is pretty simple: Pre‑Sales is where the money is made. Post‑Sales is where the reputation is built. Nail those two, and you’ve got yourself a business. Mess them up, and, well… good luck. She works with tech startups from Pre‑Seed to Series C, and honestly, her biggest mission? Putting Pre‑Sales on the map. She wants people to say, “I want to grow up to be a Sales Engineer,” because honestly, it’s one of the most underrated, high‑impact careers out there. These are the people who translate tech into value, who close deals and build trust. They deserve way more credit than they get — and although Elite Talent has expanded to help founders and leaders with more roles than that, the mission hasn’t changed. Pre/Post‑Sales is the company’s bread and butter, and she’s pretty confident that she understands it a lot better than some recruiters who have been in the business for 10+ years because she studies it deeply. Website: https://elitetalentrecruiting.io/ LinkedIn Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elitetalentrecruiting/ LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arvi-carkanji/ Email: arvi@elitetalentrecruiting.io Learn more at: *** NEW *** TCC Leading Under Pressure Program for Emerging & Executive Leaders
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