Leading Yourself
Episodes
Morning Brew: Stay Long Enough to be Found
30 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“A lesson I wish I learned earlier: you get opportunities by showing up long enough for the right people to find you.”
355: Your Visibility Inventory
25 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Four weeks. Three dimensions. One through-line: you are worth being seen. Fully. Strategically. Without apology.This is the finale of the May Visibili...
Morning Brew: Think Big, Move Small
23 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“When making plans, think big. When making progress, think small.”
354: Why Good Work Isn't Enough: The Third Piece Most High Achievers Are Missing
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
She owns her worth. She makes her work visible. She shows up, delivers, and has stopped waiting quietly in the background.And she is still not getting...
Morning Brew: Emotionally Invested
16 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“When people are financially invested, they want a return. When people are emotionally invested, they want to contribute.”
353: Making Your Work Visible (Without Feeling Like You're Bragging)
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More times than I can count, I've come up with an idea that got implemented, became a best practice, and changed how something was done, without m...
Morning Brew: I've wrote a book!
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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352: Owning Your Worth Without Apologizing
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You work hard. You show up. You contribute. And yet when someone asks what you've been working on, your first instinct is to downplay it.Sound fam...
Morning Brew: Design you Environment
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"You don't have to be the victim of your environment, you can also be the architect of it"
351: Your Confidence Inventory
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We made it to the final week of April. And I want to close this month the way it deserves to be closed, not with a lecture, but with a conversation.Th...
Morning Brew: Distractions
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you don’t separate yourself from your distractions, your distractions will separate you from your goals.
350: Stop Waiting to Feel Ready - The Sequence You've Had Backwards
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For years I had the sequence backwards. I thought the path was believe in yourself, then act from that belief. So I tried everything to manufacture th...
Morning Brew: Keep Showing Up
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The most underrated skill in life is to keep showing up… even when you don’t feel like it
349: Take Up Space
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last week we built the foundation — self-trust. This week we take it to work.Think about the last high-stakes room you were in. A meeting where dire...
Morning Brew: You are not behind
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You’re not behind in life.You’re just comparing your path to people you don’t even want to be.
348: Build Unshakeable Confidence
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You don't need more information. You don't need another opinion. What you need is to trust the person who already has the answer: yourself.Thi...
Morning Brew: Do it for you
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You grow the most when you stop trying to impress everyone…and start doing it for yourself.
347: Protect the Work - Integration Session
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Five weeks of building systems and boundaries , this is where it all comes together. Carolina leads a real coaching session that integrates the full m...
Morning Brew: Closer than you think
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You might not be where you want to be yet…But you’re not where you used to be.Every small step.Every hard decision.Every time you didn’t quit.Th...
346: Career Boundaries: Saying no at work isn't career suicide. Done right, it's career strategy.
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You've been saying yes to everything. The meetings. The scope creep. The requests that aren't yours but land on your plate anyway. In this epi...
Morning Brew: It's on you
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Nothing gets better until you decide to be better, do better, eat better, and move better. It’s on you.”
345: Personal Boundaries: Feeling guilty doesn't mean you did something wrong.
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You said yes. And the second the word left your mouth, you knew you meant no.Maybe you felt it in your stomach. Maybe you smiled and said of course an...
Morning Brew: Discipline
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Discipline is choosing what you want most over what you want now.”
344: Career Systems - Your career shouldn't run on hustle. It should run on structure.
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Protect the Work: Your Career Shouldn't Run on Hustle. Build the Systems That Actually Move You Forward.You're working hard. You're showin...
Morning Brew: Progress Over Perfection
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The goal is not to be perfect by the end.The goal is to be better today.
343: PROTECT THE WORK: Build Systems That Hold When Motivation Doesn't
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You've set the goal. You've felt the motivation. And somewhere between the excitement of starting and the reality of a busy Thursday, the whol...
Morning Brew: Trust the Compass
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You’re not behind. You’re being built.Every setback sharpened you.Every rejection refined you.Every fear pointed you forward.Trust the compass.
342: Your Energy Integration Session — Bringing It All Together
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This month or theme has been energy management.Week one: Why time management isn't enough.Week two: The toolkit and energy audit.Week three: Energ...
Morning Brew: Start With Growth
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Being successful doesn’t begin with success. It begins with having a growth mindset.”
341: Energy as Career Strategy
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A few years ago, I was objectively successful: good role, good title, on track for the next promotion. I had my time management dialed in. My calendar...
Morning Brew: Coming Back to Yourself
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Before we talk about anything productive…before we think about what needs to get done…I want you to just notice something.How are you actually fee...
340: The Energy Toolkit - The Habits, Rituals & Calendar Strategies That Actually Work
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Time management isn't enough. If you're checking all the boxes but ending every day depleted, you're not managing your energy, you're ...
Morning Brew: Adjusting your Pace
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Needing a different pace doesn’t make you weak.It means you’re learning how to live sustainably in your body.”
339: Why Time Management is Failing You
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ever finish a day where everything technically worked: you followed your calendar, checked the boxes, nothing went wrong, but you still felt completel...
Morning Brew: Alignment
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Alignment changes when your habits change.”
338: Your Intentional Design Integration + Q&A
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We've spent three weeks this month getting clear on what intentional design actually means.This episode is about integration. Taking everything yo...
Morning Brew: Practice over Promises
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Real change is built through what you practice, not what you promise.”
337: You Don’t Need Better Goals, You Need a Stronger Identity
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You've gotten clear. You know what you want. So why hasn't anything changed?In this episode, we're talking about the real obstacles that d...
Morning Brew: Trust, Embodied
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"Trust in yourself is embodied when your actions align with your values.”
336: Strategic Career Planning for 2026
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, we talked about personal intention — about clarity, values, and designing a year that actually feels like yours.Today, we’re zooming in...
Morning Brew: Clarity Under Pressure
10 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Clarity is revealed by how you respond under pressure.”
335: Why Most New Year’s Goals Fail (And What to Do Instead)
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve set New Year’s resolutions and already feel behind, off track, or discouraged — this episode is for you.In this opening episode of the...
Morning Brew: Intention is a Practice
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Intention isn’t something you set once — it’s something you practice.In this first Morning Brew episode of the year, we’re letting go of press...
334: 13 Lessons from 2025
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the end of the year, I’m pressing pause. This episode is a reflection: 13 lessons I lived, learned, and carried with me this year. Th...
Morning Brew: The Last Cup of 2025
20 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is a special one — the final Morning Brew of 2025.Instead of rushing into goals or resolutions, today’s episode is an invitation to pause. To...
332: Dreaming in Color with Erin Dewsbury-Ribeiro
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Leading Yourself, I sit down with Erin Dewsbury-Ribeiro, DEI officer and author of Dreaming in Color, to explore what allyship look...
Morning Brew: Focus Is the Advantage
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“90% of success is not getting distracted”
331: 7 “small” Habits that made the difference for me in 2025
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is a special one — we’re looking back, not to reminisce, but to understand what actually moved the needle this year.Because 2025...
Morning Brew: The Most Important Relationship You’ll Ever Have
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“The relationship you have with yourself decides the quality of every relationship you enter.”
330: The Secret to Ending the Year Strong: It Starts in Your Evenings
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe we're in the final stretch of the year?The last month always feel complicated. There's excitement, but also exhaustion. Gratit...
A Thanksgiving Morning Brew
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“When you are grateful for what you have, you receive more to be grateful for.”
329: Your Journey to Visibility
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am seating with Susan M Barber to discuss the importance of visibility in career development.Susan shares her journey from a long corporat...
Morning Brew: Your Most Precious Currency
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Time is the only currency you spend without knowing your balance.”
328: Year-End Energy: Are You Spending or Investing It?
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Real talk:We’re in the final stretch of the year.And this is the season when your energy can either feel focused and intentional — or completely s...
Morning Brew: Your Future Self Is Calling
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“A year from now you’ll wish you had started today.”
327: Own your Brand, Own your Career with Andy Storch
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Andy Storch to explore the power of personal branding in today’s workplace. We talk about how self-awareness, reput...
Morning Brew: The Questions That Shape Your Life
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"The quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask yourself."
326: What Halloween Can Teach Us About Growth, Courage, and Being Your True Self
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Since it’s Halloween week, I thought we’d do something fun — and reflective.Because let’s be honest: Halloween isn’t just for kids in costum...
Morning Brew: Manifesting
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“You can’t attract what you’re not ready to receive. Build the version of you that your dreams require.”
325: Which Type of Procrastinator Are You?
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s get real — how many times have you told yourself, “I’ll do it tomorrow,” and then tomorrow turns into next week… and then months go ...
Morning Brew: The Patterns That Hold Us Back
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Awareness of your patterns is the first step in breaking free from what holds you back.”
324: The 5 Career Conversations You Need to Have Before 2026
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before 2026 arrives, there are 5 career conversations you need to have.Not just with your manager. Not just during performance review season. But with...
Morning Brew: Big Vision, Small Steps
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“When making plans, think big. When making progress, think small.”
323: 10 Signs You’re Ready for a Midlife Reset
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever looked around your life — your career, your family, your relationships — and thought, “I’ve built so much… but where did I go ...
Morning Brew: Finding Yourself or Creating Yourself?
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
oday, I want to talk about a quote that’s been sitting with me lately. It’s from George Bernard Shaw, who said:“Life isn’t about finding yours...
322: Overcoming Year-End Fatigue & Staying Motivated Till December
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's October, and if you're anything like me, you might be feeling that familiar end-of-year fatigue starting to creep in. You know what I'...
Morning Brew: Learning How Not to Be Young
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to no longer be young — to accept and understand that stage of life — is the longest and hardest lesson we face.It’s often interpreted ...
321: The 90-Day Power Shift: Achieve Your 2025 Goals Before the Year Ends
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I can’t believe we’re already in October. And if you’re anything like me, this time of year comes with two competing thoughts:On one hand, ‘Wo...
Morning Brew: Don’t Dream Your Life, Live Your Dreams
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t Dream Your Life, Live Your Dreams
320: The Skills That Will Future-Proof Your Career
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re getting practical.We’re talking about the skills that will future-proof your career.Because let’s be honest — the world of work i...
Morning Brew: Elevate your Belief
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people don’t fail because their dream is too big. They fail because their belief is too small.
319: From time Scarcity to Time Abundance - 5 Life-Changing Hacks
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like there’s never enough time—like you’re always rushing, catching up, and still falling behind? That’s time poverty, and I’...
Morning Brew: True Wisdom
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“True wisdom isn’t in knowing all the answers, but trusting yourself to handle whatever comes.”
318: Tiny Shifts, Massive Impact: 7 Daily Habits to Transform Your Day
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week we talked about the habits that hold us back — the ones that quietly keep us stuck. And you know me, I believe every coin has two sides. W...
Morning Brew: Birthday Rituals
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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317: 8 Habits Keeping You Stuck (and How to Break Free)
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I want to talk about something we all wrestle with — habits. But not the good ones like drinking water, moving your body, or journaling. I’...
6am Club: Separate Yourself form Distractions
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“If you don’t separate yourself from your distractions, your distractions will separate you from your goals.”
316: Breaking From the Chains of the Past
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Morning Brew: Resilience
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
‘Resilience is not about avoiding pain, it’s about learning to grow from it.’
315: Tell the Truth, Take New Ground: A Conversation with Dan Tocchini
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dan Tocchini—executive coach, transformation catalyst, and founder of Take New Ground. Dan’s work has ha...
Morning Brew: Give Value First
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Always strive to give value before you ask for value.
314: 6 Lessons in 6 Years of Podcasting
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Six years. Hundreds of episodes. Countless conversations. And more lessons than I can count.In this special anniversary episode, I’m sharing the six...
313: Redefining Productivity: What I’ve Learned as a Certified Productivity Coach
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is a really special one because I get to share something new and exciting with you: I recently became a certified productivity coach...
Morning Brew: Peeling the Layers
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Self-discovery is a journey of peeling back the layers until you find the real you.”
312: 5 Rituals to Close the Month with Intention
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re wrapping up another month, and I want to talk to you about something I’ve come to truly treasure. It’s subtle—but powerful.You see, ther...
Morning Brew: Rewrite the Story
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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311: The 5 Hobbies Everyone Needs in Their Lives
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Morning Brew: The Power of Belief
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Your potential is limitless. Only your own beliefs can hold you back. Choose beliefs that empower you.”
310: Listen to This Before You Quit Your Job
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Quitting your job might feel like freedom, but if you do it for the wrong reasons, it can become one of the biggest regrets of your career. Before you...
Morning Brew: Obstacle or Opportunity?
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“A growth mindset turns obstacles into opportunities, reminding you that setbacks are part of progress.”
309: The 10 Best Questions I’ve Ever Asked Myself (That Changed Everything)
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I want to talk about questions—not the ones other people ask you, but the ones you ask yourself.You see, I’ve always been someone who reflects. Bu...
Morning Brew: True Confidence
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“True confidence comes from knowing that your value is not up for negotiation.”
308: How I Travel Intentionally (and Come Back Recharged)
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This isn’t just another travel recap. In this episode, I’m sharing how I intentionally plan, pack, and pause to get the most out of vacation — a...
Morning Brew: July Detox
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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307: Mid-Year Check in & Reboot
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I want to walk you through something that I do every single year and that I actually just did a couple of days ago for myself. It's somethin...
Morning Brew: Vacation Mode: Activated
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to unplug without unraveling? In this episode, I’m sharing how I’m preparing for vacation — not just with packing lists, but with intentio...
306: Elevate Your Life
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re talking about something I hold close to my heart — something that started as a birthday Plan B and turned into a beautiful, ...
Morning Brew: Stop Dimming, Start Aligning
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Every time you dim your authentic expression to avoid being a disruption to others, you instead become a disruption to your own alignment — and n...
305: 10 Things to Let Go Of to Live a Lighter, Fuller Life
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re doing something a little different in this episode. Instead of focusing on doing more, pushing harder, or adding new goals to your plate...
Morning Brew: Joyful June
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is all about something we all want more of—but often forget to prioritize: joy.We’re kicking off what I’m calling Joyful June—...