When was the last time you challenged your own leadership habits?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Shannon Waller — author, leadership coach at Strategic Coach, and expert on entrepreneurial teamwork — to talk about the leadership mindset shifts that unlock real entrepreneurial growth.

Shannon has spent decades coaching entrepreneurs through the challenges of scaling businesses and building teams. One pattern stands out: leaders who grow the most are the ones who stay self-aware, curious, and willing to evolve.

Because leadership isn’t about having all the answers.

It’s about recognizing when the way you’ve always operated is no longer what your team—or your business—needs from you.

In this episode, they unpack:

• The three types of awareness every leader needs: self, team, and business

• Why curiosity is one of the most underrated leadership strengths

• How leaders accidentally limit their growth by staying in familiar roles

• The difference between being in control and being in charge

• How fear and excitement often show up at the same time when leaders pursue bigger goals

This conversation is especially relevant for leaders and entrepreneurs who feel the tension between where they are today and the next level they know they’re capable of reaching.

Connect with Shannon Waller

Website: www.trategiccoach.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonwaller/

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What is one behavior in your home that your children might be learning simply by watching you?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Julia and Gino Barbaro for a candid conversation about marriage, parenting, and building a strong family culture while navigating business, money, and personal growth.

With nearly three decades of marriage and six children, Julia and Gino share what they’ve learned about raising kids who genuinely enjoy being together, working through disagreements without damaging relationships, and staying aligned as partners through seasons of growth and change.

In this episode, they explore:

• A simple shift that helps couples argue without turning disagreements into personal attacks
• Why many high-achievers struggle to move from “problem solving” to truly listening
• The surprising question one parent asked their children that opened the door to deep healing
• A powerful habit that helped their family stay connected despite busy schedules
• How parents unknowingly pass down hidden beliefs about money
• Why modeling behavior matters far more than the advice we give
• This conversation is especially relevant for parents, couples, and leaders who want to build stronger relationships at home while still pursuing growth and success in their professional lives.

Connect with Julia and Gino Barbaro:

Website: https://barbaro360.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbaro_360/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/barbaro360/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@barbaro-360

Skool: https://www.skool.com/barbaro360

When was the last time you paused long enough to notice your feet on the ground before making a hard decision?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with entrepreneur and founder of Green Goo, Jodi Scott, for a deeply human conversation about leadership, loss, resilience, and the underestimated power of presence.

Jodi shares the story behind her guiding philosophy to “spread goodness” — and how that belief was tested when she lost her company, her team, and her sense of purpose almost overnight. What followed wasn’t hustle. It wasn’t grind. It was something far more powerful.

In this episode, they explore:

• Why “pushing through” is often a half-full version of resilience
• The 30-second presence practice that can change how you lead under pressure
• What happens to a team when a leader walks into a room rushed and reactive
• How presence creates psychological safety, creativity, and trust
• The subtle difference between being firm and being in fight-or-flight
• Why leaders who are rescuers and protectors burn out faster
• The reframe from “protector” to “archer” — and how that changes your energy
• How small discomforts (like choosing the middle airplane seat) build resilience muscle
• What it looks like to bring leadership lessons home to your children

This conversation is especially relevant for leaders and parents who feel the pull to constantly fix, solve, and save — and are ready to lead from something deeper.

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If you’re frustrated with someone… have you actually had the conversation yet?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with executive coach Lisa Seay for a grounded, honest conversation about leadership, trust, burnout, and the real work happening behind the scenes in leaders’ lives.

Lisa shares what she’s learned from years of coaching mid-level and senior leaders—and why so many capable people feel unsure, underprepared, or stuck even after “making it.” From imposter syndrome to difficult conversations to career pivots, this episode is a reminder that leadership isn’t about power… it’s about self-awareness and clarity.

In this episode, they unpack:

• Why leaders struggle to “be human” with their teams—and how vulnerability builds trust
• A simple structured approach to helping new leaders assimilate with a team
• What leaders get wrong about “hard conversations” (and why avoiding them causes more damage)
• The truth behind “clear is kind” and why clarity is a leadership responsibility
• The #1 reason career transitions stall: lack of clarity around what you want and why
• How to ask for help (or build connections) without sounding salesy or needy
• Burnout warning signs leaders miss—especially “overextended behaviors” that feel unlike you
• The coaching question that unlocks everything: “What do you want instead?”
• Why great leadership begins in the mirror

Connect with Lisa Seay

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If your calendar is full but your energy is empty… what’s your body trying to tell you?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Dr. Rachel to talk about the mindset shift most high-achievers don’t realize they need—until life forces it.

As a clinical psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dr. Rachel breaks down why stress isn’t the problem… it’s how we’ve been trained to respond to it. And how small, practical tools—used consistently—can change the way we handle pressure, ambition, and burnout before it hits crisis mode.

In this episode, they explore:

• The early warning signs of burnout most high performers miss (until it’s too late)
• How to tell the difference between “healthy drive” and harmful, chronic stress
• What to do when your self-worth is tied to productivity and achievement
• Why “earning your rest” keeps leaders stuck in an endless “what’s next?” loop
• A simple way to pause and reset—even if breathing exercises feel too “woo-woo”
• How to separate who you are from what you produce (without unraveling your identity)
• What Dr. Rachel teaches her kids now so they don’t need the tools only after life happens
• This conversation is especially relevant for leaders, entrepreneurs, and parents who feel stretched thin—but still keep pushing anyway.

Connect with Dr. Rachel Goldman

Website: www.DrRachelNYC.com

Instagram: @DrRachelNYC

When Life Happens: The Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free https://whenlifehappensbook.com

Where in your life are you giving from your leftovers—and what would change if you started creating from wholeness instead?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Mike & Jill Kotsis for a powerful conversation on intentional living, marriage, parenting, and the daily choices that help a family thrive.

Early in their relationship, Mike experienced a major health wake-up call that became a turning point for how they approached life. What followed wasn’t a dramatic overnight transformation—it was a slow, intentional shift toward creating from wholeness instead of from depletion.

Together, they share how small habits, honest communication, and a willingness to question everything helped them build a life rooted in purpose, faith, and freedom.

In this episode, they explore:

• How a health crisis became the catalyst for changing how they lived, worked, and loved
• “Me for we”: why putting your own oxygen mask on first protects the whole family
• The power of micro-habits and small daily choices that compound over time
• Why extreme changes rarely last—and what sustainable growth actually looks like
• Soul School: rethinking education as learning from the inside out, not outside in
• How to cultivate trust and curiosity in children without giving up parental leadership
• Building a marriage through daily intention, prayer, and continuous growth together
• Why intentional communication is the foundation for couples building businesses and families

This conversation is especially relevant for couples, entrepreneurs, and parents who want to live with clarity—without burning out or losing what matters most.

Connect with Mike and Jill Kotsis

Website: https://mikekotsis.com/

Jill Kotsis Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-kotsis-76bb5b2/

Jill Kotsis IG: https://www.instagram.com/jillkotsis/

Jill Kotsis FB: https://www.facebook.com/jill.kotsis.2025

Mike Kotsis Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekotsis/

Mike Kotsis EOS: https://implementer.eosworldwide.com/mike-kotsis/

Mike Kotsis IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikekotsis22/

Mike Kotsis FB: https://www.facebook.com/MikeKotsis1

Where might you be underestimating what your child (or team) is capable of—and how could you give them a little more room to lead?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Leah Ellis, founder of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs, for an inspiring conversation on what it looks like to raise leaders by letting kids lead. Leah shares how the organization was born out of an unexpected pivot during COVID—and how her own daughter’s simple question (“Why can’t I start a business?”) became the spark that turned into a movement helping kids build confidence through entrepreneurship.

Together, they explore what happens when we stop underestimating children, give them real responsibility, and create environments where they can practice leadership, decision-making, and ownership—while still being kids.

In this episode, they explore:

• How kids ages 6–17 learn financial literacy, leadership, and entrepreneurship by running real businesses
• Leah’s daughter’s first business (and how it surprised even the adults)
• Why children are often more capable than we assume—and what changes when we step back
• How parents can guide without rescuing, fixing, or controlling
• The power of “narrating the situation” so kids don’t feel ignored
• Protecting what matters with clear calendar boundaries and family routines
• What it looks like to intentionally say no—even to good things
• A practical rule for decision-making: the 48-hour waiting period
• Why true success isn’t just about numbers, but confidence and long-term impact
• The hardest part of kids’ business fairs isn’t the kids—it’s the parents letting go

This conversation is especially relevant for parents and leaders who want to build strong, confident kids—and create a family culture rooted in intentional living, responsibility, and growth.

Connect with Leah Ellis:

Website: https://www.societyofchildentrepreneurs.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahkellis/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocietyofChildEntrepreneurs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/societyofchildentrepreneurs

SoCE Circle:https://www.skool.com/socecircle

Where are you spending time on what you’re good at—but secretly dread?

In this episode of Mpowered Living, Ann Sheu sits down with Mark C. Winters for a powerful conversation on intentional living, visionary leadership, and the clarity that comes from truly knowing yourself.

Mark—co-author of Rocket Fuel and author of his newest book, Visionary—shares what he’s learned from working with driven entrepreneurs who move fast, think big, and often feel misunderstood for being “too much.”

Together, they unpack what happens when visionary strengths are undervalued (even by the visionary), why many leaders get stuck in the “trap” of doing what they’re good at—but don’t enjoy—and how clarity about your “why” becomes the foundation for a business and life that actually serve you.

In this episode, they explore:

• Why visionary entrepreneurs can feel “unemployable” in traditional environments
• The overlooked superpowers visionaries often dismiss because they come naturally
• The “trap quadrant”: being great at something you dread—and how it drains your energy
• What it means for the business to serve you (instead of you serving the business)
• How the visionary–integrator relationship creates healthier execution and less chaos
• A simple mindset practice: “think about what you think about” to reduce spirals and stress
• How defining your future (and your version of freedom) changes how you lead today
• This conversation is especially relevant for entrepreneurs and leaders who want to grow without burning out—and who are ready to build a business aligned with joy, purpose, and long-term fulfillment.

Connect with Mark C. Winters

Website: https://www.markcwinters.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markcwinters/

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