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For a long time, I believed that being a strong leader meant being the one who could do it all. Execute quickly. Solve problems. Step in when needed. In this conversation, I sit down with Jim Brown, a consultant who has spent over 30 years working with boards and senior leadership teams to build healthier, higher-performing organizations. Jim shares his own leadership evolution from being the "go-to" leader who drove results, to realizing that his competence was actually limiting his team. We talk about what it really looks like to shift from being the doer to the leader who develops others and why that shift is essential if you want a team that performs without depending on you for everything. In this episode, we cover: Why high-performing leaders often become the bottleneck (without realizing it) The real reason leaders struggle to delegate What it means to move from "hero leader" to "supportive leader" Why avoiding hard conversations quietly erodes team culture How accountability and care work together not against each other Why asking better questions builds stronger, more capable teams The role of psychological safety in driving performance Jim also shares insights from his book, The Imperfect CEO, and why letting go of perfection and control is one of the most powerful things a leader can do. If you're leading a team and feeling the weight of being the one everyone depends on, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership and give you a clearer path forward. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Book a Free Clarity Call https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram   Connect with Jim on LinkedIn  https://imperfectceobook.com/   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!  

If this episode really hits your high-achieving heart, I would really love to chat with you. Book a free clarity call HERE. In this episode of The Modern High Performer Podcast, I'm pulling back the curtain on the conversations I've been having every week with high-achieving leaders whether you are a business owner, executive, founder, and senior manager and sharing the themes that keep coming up again and again. What's interesting is that the questions leaders are asking right now are different than they were even a year ago. The conversation has shifted from "How do I grow faster?" to "How do I build success that actually fits into my life?" More and more leaders are asking: How do I stay ambitious and still be present for the people who matter most? How do I build a business or team that doesn't depend on me for everything? How do I manage my energy so I don't burn out halfway through my career? Do I really need to be highly visible online to grow, or is there another way? How do I stay valuable and relevant as my company changes, restructures, or adopts AI? Across the board, leaders are thinking more about sustainability, energy, team development, and aligned growth, not just more revenue, bigger titles, or faster promotions. If you're in a season where you're redefining success, rethinking growth, or trying to build a career and life that actually work together, this episode will feel very familiar. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Book a Free Clarity Call https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!  

Leadership isn't just about strategy—it's about people. In this episode, I'm joined by Amy Jacobson, emotional intelligence and human behavior specialist and author of The Emotional Intelligence Advantage. We talk about why emotional intelligence is often dismissed as a "soft skill," when in reality it's one of the most practical advantages leaders have, especially when navigating change and difficult conversations. Amy also introduces the idea of "change intelligence," the emotional readiness teams need before change can actually succeed.  In this conversation, we cover: Why emotional intelligence is a critical leadership skill How the rise of AI is increasing the importance of human EQ The difference between blame-based teams and ownership-driven cultures Why change often triggers a sense of loss for people What happens in the brain during difficult conversations Amy's practical "Ask, Ask, Tell" framework for leading hard conversations with clarity If you lead people, manage change, or regularly navigate high-stakes conversations at work, this episode offers practical insight you can apply immediately.   Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial   Connect with Amy Jacobson:  Emotional Intelligence Books  https://amyjacobson.com.au/ Connect on LinkedIn  Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

What if your career stayed exactly the same for the next 10 years, (same title, same compensation, same trajectory) but your relationships quietly eroded in the background? Would you notice? Or would you call it a "busy season"? In this episode of the Modern High Performer podcast, I'm unpacking a question that has challenged me deeply which is inspired by Clayton Christensen's book How Will You Measure Your Life? and applying business strategy thinking to something far more personal: how we measure success in our lives. As high performers, we are wired to optimize. We track what moves. We invest where we see immediate returns and work gives us clear metrics, fast feedback, and visible progress. Relationships don't. In this episode, I walk through three powerful ideas: Why money, status, and achievement can quietly masquerade as fulfillment How we unintentionally allocate our best time and energy to what pays off now — while underinvesting in what matters long-term The subtle way lifestyle expansion can make income feel "required," leading to giving our families less of us I also share a personal regret about friendships I didn't protect the way I should have — and the hard truth about how relationship drift doesn't happen loudly. It happens slowly. You'll hear journaling prompts to help you reflect on: What are you currently measuring your life by? Where is your time going and why? If nothing changed professionally, would you be proud of how you showed up personally? This episode isn't about abandoning ambition. It's about ensuring your ambition doesn't cost you the life you're building it for. If you're a senior leader navigating responsibility, growth, and the tension between success and presence, this conversation is for you. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

This conversation is for the woman who's accomplished a lot on paper, but still feels that quiet nudge that something's missing. In this episode of Modern High Performer, I'm joined by Whitney Faires, a leadership advisor and mom of three who made a bold pivot from her high-powered corporate career into work that's far more aligned with who she truly is. We unpack what it means to feel unsettled in your success, and how to respond to the silent dream that keeps tapping you on the shoulder. Whitney shares what it really looked like to shift her identity as a leader, honor her ambition without burning out, and redefine what she wants her life and career to feel like especially in the season of motherhood. We talk about: Why the "dream job" might stop feeling like a dream How to build magnetic leadership rooted in authenticity and self-awareness What to do when you're stuck between stability and a deeper calling How Whitney manages her time, energy, and household with intention The messy, but necessary, parts of letting go of who you were to become who you're meant to be This is a must-listen if you're craving more meaning in your work, wondering what comes next, or navigating the in-between.   Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   Connect with Whitney Faires:  Follow on Instagram www.whitneyfaires.com Connect on LinkedIn If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

What does it really mean to be "successful" as a high performer… and still feel well? In this episode, I'm joined by Cherylanne Skolnicki — founder and CEO of Brilliant Balance, speaker, and former Procter & Gamble executive — for a rich, honest conversation about ambition, energy, and the seasons of life we all move through. We talk about how the pursuit of more can leave high performers feeling maxed out, even when things look good on paper and how redefining success through the lens of energy, relationships, and life alignment is key to building something sustainable. Cherylanne shares the pivotal moments that took her from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, how she teaches women to curate their calendars (instead of letting them run the show), and how perfectionism and outdated expectations are silently draining us. You'll hear us explore: What it looks like to honor your current life season Why many women feel disconnected, overextended, or stuck How to manage your energy with clarity and intuition The role of ambition, rest, and recovery in high performance Permission to rewrite what success looks like for you in this season If you've been feeling out of sync or wondering why success doesn't feel the way you hoped, this episode will help you reconnect to what matters most and move forward with more purpose, peace, and clarity. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial Connect with Cherylanne Follow on Instagram  Brilliant Balance Podcast The Momentum Playbook    Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

If you've ever felt like you're doing too much for your team or you have to this episode is for you. In today's conversation, I'm walking through one of the most common challenges high-performing leaders face: unintentionally becoming the bottleneck. Even when your intentions are good (and they usually are), it's easy to slip into habits that limit your team's growth and drain your time and energy. We'll dig into: ✔️ The difference between empowering your team and rescuing them ✔️ What it actually looks like to build ownership and accountability ✔️ How to shift from "I'll just do it" to sustainable delegation ✔️ Simple language swaps that create more buy-in and less burnout ✔️ Why psychological safety is the secret to better performance ✔️ And how to align your vision so the team isn't always waiting on you This is about reclaiming your time for higher-level thinking while developing a team that owns the mission, not just their to-do list.  Whether you're leading one person or a team of 50, these strategies will help you stop doing it all and start leading in a way that's sustainable, effective, and energizing.   Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

If you've ever felt a little restless or wondered, "Is this still it for me?" This conversation is for you. In this episode, I'm joined by Stephanie Ross — entrepreneur, educator, and author of Seasons of a Solepreneur — and we dive deep into how to know when it's time to evolve your life or career. Stephanie shares her own journey of pivoting out of the fitness industry after years of teaching classes and running her own studio, and how she stepped into a new chapter as a mentor and community builder for women in small business. We talk about: The very real signs that you're outgrowing something What it looks like to lead with authenticity (especially online) How to build real, collaborative community The seasons of entrepreneurship: planting, growing, weathering, and harvesting Navigating motherhood while staying connected to your purpose Why daily rituals (even simple ones) help bring clarity and momentum This is a grounded, honest conversation that will meet you right where you are, especially if you're in between chapters, craving more alignment, or simply need the reminder that it's normal to evolve. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial Connect with Stephanie Ross:  Follow on Instagram  Soul Driven with Steph Small Business Sister Circle  Seasons of Solepreneur Book on Amazon Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

If you've ever felt like you're doing all the things but not gaining traction, this episode is your permission slip to simplify. Thank you to Nourish Move Love for sponsoring this episode! Join Us Here for Athlete 25! I'm sharing how I've been intentionally pulling back in certain areas of my business so I can double down on what I'm uniquely equipped to do, which is executive coaching. Letting go of the pressure to do more has opened up space for clarity, growth, and deeper impact. Inspired by the work of Dr. Benjamin Hardy and the idea of essentialism, I'll walk you through why doing less on purpose is often the key to achieving more. In this episode, I talk about: What I let go of to create more freedom and results How I identified the "20%" of activities that produce 80–90% of my outcomes Why shedding old identities was necessary for growth The shift from operating out of obligation to leading from a place of desire How you can start focusing on your unique ability to move the needle Whether you're scaling a business, making a pivot, or just craving more alignment with your time and energy. This conversation will help you come back to what matters most. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Books Mentioned: The Gap & The Gain, 10X is Easier Than 2X, The Science of Scaling, and Be Your Future Self Now all by Dr. Benjamin Hardy Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!  

In this episode, I'm joined by Courtney Cecil, a high-performing systems engineer turned entrepreneur and the founder of the Working Moms Movement. Courtney and I dive into the real (and often invisible) load working moms carry and why the narrative around "doing it all" needs to be redefined. Thank you to Nourish Move Love for sponsoring this episode! Join Us Here for Athlete 25 on January 5th! We talk about: What corporate burnout looked like in real time and the wake-up moment that changed everything for her Why so many women feel loyal to roles that are draining them How Courtney rebuilt her life around her values and how she's helping others do the same The systems, delegation tools, and support structures that give working moms breathing room What boundaries actually look like when you're leading at work and at home Whether you're a mom in leadership or simply someone tired of feeling stretched thin, this conversation will help you rethink what success and sustainability can look like — without guilt. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram   Connect with Courtney:  Follow Working Moms Movement on Instagram  The Life Management System for Working Moms Podcast   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to map out your entire year in January… you're not alone. Thank you to Clay & Vine for Sponsoring this Episode Inquire Here for In-Person or Virtual Support https://clayandvineinteriors.com/contact In this episode of The Modern High Performer Podcast, I'm breaking down why traditional New Year goal-setting often backfires—and what to do instead. We're flipping the script with a method I've used myself and with clients: the 12-Week Year, a strategy inspired by the book by Brian Moran and Michael Lennington. You'll learn how to: Set focused, realistic goals that you can actually execute Build momentum without getting lost in long-term vagueness Anchor your plan in personal reflection and vision Turn big goals into daily action through simple tactics This isn't about hustle—this is about clarity, ownership, and aligned execution.   Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trail Energize - My Favorite Pre-Workout Supplement code MOLLYA3BODI for 15% off   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!  

Before you set a single new goal, I want to invite you to pause. In this episode of The Modern High Performer, I'm guiding you through a thoughtful end‑of‑year reflection process designed to help you make sense of the last 12 months honestly, without judgment, and without the pressure to "spin" everything into growth. Thank you to Clay & Vine for Sponsoring this Episode  Inquire Here for In-Person or Virtual Support https://clayandvineinteriors.com/contact   I share five reflection prompts I use personally and with coaching clients to surface what actually mattered this year, what quietly drained you, and what's ready to change. I also open up about my own moments of tension, growth, and recalibration especially around work, family, expectations, and connection. This isn't about squeezing meaning out of every hard moment. It's about clarity. It's about giving yourself permission to evolve before you decide what's next. I would encourage you to grab a pen and paper to journal on these questions: What looked good on paper but didn't feel good in real life? What has been the hardest part of the year for me? And what did you learn from it? Where do you need to stop comparing and performing? Who did I let see the real version of me this year? Where have I been strong, but not alone? What permission do I need to give myself before I set goals for the next year? If you're feeling the pull to do things differently in the year ahead, this conversation will help you slow down, take stock, and move forward with intention. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Growth Day App - 7 Day Free Trial  Energize - My Favorite Pre-Workout Supplement code MOLLYA3BODI for 15% off Personality Isn't Permanent by Benjamin Hardy   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently.   And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

In this episode, I'm joined by Ellie Steinbrinkl, she's a former corporate strategist turned personal stylist for high-performing women. After two decades in branding and marketing, Ellie found herself at a turning point: burned out, craving creativity, and needing alignment between how she felt and how she showed up. Thank you to Nourish Move Love for sponsoring this episode! Join Us Here for Athlete 25 on January 5th! We talk about what it really takes to evolve, personally and professionally, and how the way we dress is often a mirror of what's going on inside. If you've ever opened your closet and thought, "This just isn't me anymore," this conversation is for you. Here's what we cover: ✔ Ellie's transition from corporate marketing to entrepreneurship ✔ How burnout was her wake-up call (and what she did with it) ✔ Why personal style is way more than what you wear ✔ Reconnecting with your authentic self through style ✔ How to dress in alignment with your values, goals, and season of life ✔ Navigating trends, WFH wardrobes, and fashion noise ✔ Why personal brand and image matter — especially in leadership roles Ellie's perspective is fresh, thoughtful, and full of permission to evolve — in your career, your wardrobe, and your life. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Follow Ellie on Instagram  The Style Mindset Reset    Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!  

In this episode of The Modern High Performer Podcast, we're getting honest about the invisible drains that creep in and sabotage your energy (from late-night work habits to alcohol to inconsistent sleep) and how to take your power back through simple, sustainable health routines. Thank you to Nourish Move Love for sponsoring this episode!  Join Us Here for Athlete 25 on January 5th! I'm not here to tell you to go full wellness influencer or overhaul your life. I'm here to help you see energy as a skill you can develop, especially when your days are full and your responsibilities are high. We'll talk about: Why you're exhausted even when you think you "shouldn't" be The myth of needing more time to take care of yourself How daily movement and intentional nutrition sharpen your focus and raise your leadership ceiling Practical ways to layer in consistency (not perfection) with health habits that actually stick Plus, if you're craving more structure, coaching, and accountability — I have three open spots for 1:1 high performance coaching.  Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching  https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!  

There's a moment I see over and over again in my 1:1 coaching, it's the quiet realization that your work looks great on paper… but doesn't feel aligned in real life. If you're ready to explore what aligned, energized work can actually look like, apply for 1:1 coaching & let's talk about what's next. Thank you to Clay & Vine for Sponsoring this Episode  Inquire Here for In-Person or Virtual Support https://clayandvineinteriors.com/contact In this episode of The Modern High Performer Podcast, I'm diving into the nuanced gap between high achievement and true satisfaction. We'll talk about how to recognize when something's off, how to define success based on what actually fulfills you, and how to move forward without throwing everything away. Inside, I cover: The hidden tension behind burnout, even when you're "high performing" Why some leaders feel directionless, stuck, or numb in their roles The 4 types of career arcs (linear, steady state, transitory, spiral) The difference between external wins and internal rewards Signs of workaholism and self-objectification we often ignore What coaching really does to help you clarify and reset If you've felt disconnected from your work or unsure what your next level actually looks like, this conversation is for you. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Apply for 1:1 Coaching https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe [email protected] Follow Me on Instagram Build the Life You Want by Arthur C. Brooks & Oprah   Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!