Shifting Mindsets - Embracing What We Already Know

This episode explores the application of performance science in leadership coaching. Against the backdrop of a conversation between two podcast hosts and Carla Fowler, an executive coach with an MD and PhD, the discussion delves into the multidisciplinary nature of performance science, encompassing strategy, execution, mindset, and physiology. More significantly, Fowler details her coaching methodology, which prioritizes helping leaders achieve clarity and focus, often revealing that existing knowledge is underutilized while searching for new solutions. For instance, she emphasizes the importance of scheduling dedicated time for planning and reflection, using writing prompts to enhance clarity and proactive thinking. As the discussion pivoted to mindset, the hosts and Fowler highlighted the significance of understanding a leader's motivations and facilitating team empowerment. Ultimately, this episode underscores the importance of self-awareness, strategic planning, and consistent implementation of existing knowledge for effective leadership, offering actionable insights for leaders seeking improvement.