Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking industry, the Certified Speaking Professional.

• What were the blind spots that led to your downfall, and how can other entrepreneurs recognize similar risks before it's too late?
• How can self-awareness and emotional intelligence change the trajectory of a business leader’s success?
• What practical tools can aspiring entrepreneurs use to avoid ethical missteps and make better decisions under pressure?
• Why do talented subject matter experts often struggle when promoted into leadership — and how can they make that transition successfully?
• What does it really take to build a resilient, people-centered business culture — especially after hitting rock bottom?

Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking industry, the Certified Speaking Professional.

An award-winning sales professional, he built one of the largest Century 21 offices in America, then developed and sold a dot-com startup. In 2004, his boss was arrested for the largest stock fraud in Washington State history. As a result, Kevin spent 33 months in federal prison for a crime he didn’t knowingly commit. There he studied Cognitive Psychology and recognized — then deeply researched — the blind spots that lead to his predicament.

Today, Kevin and his team empower leaders to uncover their blind spots, harness their innate talent, and drive peak performance through enhanced self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

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The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with customized leadership and coaching development programs. MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by scheduling a discovery session with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals.

Your host is Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, founder and general manager of Excellent Executive Coaching a company that specializes in leadership development.

Bailey Romatoski is the strategic architect of JOYELY’s growth and operations, playing a pivotal role in advancing its mission to transform joy into a sustainable, scalable solution for emotional resilience and professional success.

• How did your experience in data systems inspire your approach to emotional intelligence?
• Can you explain why traditional emotional intelligence models fall short and how the JQ Emotions Map addresses emotional complexity?
• How does JQ pairs with AI and language models for human alignment?
• Could you share an example or story where applying the JQ Framework shifted the outcomes?
• How do you envision integrating the JQ Framework into broader systems—like education, technology, or corporate wellness—to create sustained emotional change?

Bailey Romatoski is the strategic architect of JOYELY’s growth and operations, playing a pivotal role in advancing its mission to transform joy into a sustainable, scalable solution for emotional resilience and professional success. A leader with expertise in corporate systems, wellness innovation, and emotional intelligence, Bailey’s background combines data-driven strategy with people-centered practices.

At Daimler, she founded a mental and physical health resource group now supporting over 14,000 employees worldwide. At Nike, Bailey led data automation initiatives that improved operational efficiency while supporting high-pressure teams. These experiences have shaped her ability to develop JOYELY’s robust strategic frameworks.

Bailey’s partnership with Sheryl has transformed JOYELY into a platform, blending decades of insights into emotional resilience, leadership, and cultural impact. Together, they’ve introduced tools like the Chair of JOY® Experience and the Joy Intelligence Framework, which empower individuals and teams to harness joy as a driver of performance, decision-making, and personal growth.

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The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with customized leadership and coaching development programs. MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by scheduling a discovery session with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals.

Your host is Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, founder and general manager of Excellent Executive Coaching a company that specializes in leadership development.

Reid Holmes has spent his career in some of America's biggest and best ad agencies, first as a copywriter, but rose quickly to creative director and then EVP Executive Creative Director. Reid is now a speaker, consultant, and author.

• What do brands need to do today to get noticed?
• How do I get better results without raising my marketing budget?
• What is the "Brand Appreciation Pyramid?"
• How can I find my Unique Appreciatable Solution?
• How can CMOs best help CEOs to create success?

Reid Holmes has spent his career in some of America's biggest and best ad agencies, first as a copywriter, but rose quickly to creative director and then EVP Executive Creative Director. Reid is now a speaker, consultant, and author. In his career, Reid has helped change the trajectory for brands like H&R Block, The Mayo Clinic, Burger King, Toro, Domino’s Pizza, and many others.

As his kids reached high school age, Reid realized he could leave a more meaningful legacy. After 30+ years in advertising, Reid found the best marketing seeks to earn appreciation for what it says, does, or solves. Reid believes it’s not only time for marketing, advertising, and PR to rise up and do more good for the world, but it's in a brand's best interest if it wants to get noticed, build meaning, and grow. Reid Holmes lives in the Twin Cities with his wife of 26 years, Katy.

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The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with customized leadership and coaching development programs. MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by scheduling a discovery session with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals.

Your host is Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, founder and general manager of Excellent Executive Coaching a company that specializes in leadership development.