Matt Cogin - From Drug Dealer to International Leadership Coach - EP05

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by international speaker and leadership coach Matt Cogin, whose story is a wild, raw, and deeply inspiring ride. Matt opens up about his early years—leaving home at 14, dealing drugs in high school, a near-fatal motorbike crash, and an overdose that became a wake-up call. His path to healing was anything but linear, but it lit the fire for a complete transformation.

Now, after delivering over 1,000 workshops across 12 countries, Matt coaches students and young leaders to unlock their potential from the inside out. He shares the turning points that helped him shift his identity, the role communication plays in creating change, and what it really takes to lead—with presence, humility, and emotional intelligence.

We also dive into fatherhood and raising emotionally resilient, confident kids in a world that doesn’t always reward vulnerability. Whether you’re navigating your own transformation, leading others, or raising the next generation—this episode is full of grounded wisdom, stories, and strategies to help you grow.