• S4E30: How to Find a Mentor Who Actually Helps You Succeed | Eric Koester
    Nov 10 2026
    Want to know how to find a mentor who can actually help you succeed, accelerate your career growth, and open doors to new opportunities? The secret to successful mentorship might not be what you think.In this episode of the Conscious Leadership Revolution Podcast, host Susan Hobson sits down with Eric Koester, Georgetown University professor, entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author of Super Mentors, to explore why traditional mentorship often falls short—and how to build powerful professional relationships that create real opportunities for career success, leadership development, and personal growth.Here's the surprising truth: You don't need more advice. You need relationships that open doors.While most professionals recognize the importance of mentorship, far fewer experience meaningful mentoring relationships. Eric challenges the traditional mentor-mentee dynamic and introduces a more effective approach built on collaboration, shared experiences, and intentional relationship-building.Through compelling personal stories, research, and practical strategies, Susan and Eric explore how conscious leaders, entrepreneurs, and ambitious professionals can rethink mentorship, expand their professional networks, and unlock opportunities they never imagined possible.How to find the right mentor and unlock career-changing opportunities.Why traditional mentorship fails and what actually drives success.Why collaboration beats advice for accelerating career growth.How to build powerful professional relationships through meaningful connections.The four keys to effective mentorship that create trust and opportunity.The power of reverse mentorship in driving leadership and innovation.How to break workplace silos and expand your professional network.The Super Mentors framework: Aim Higher, Ask Smaller, and Do It Again.Whether you're an emerging leader looking for career guidance, an executive seeking to develop future leaders, or an entrepreneur wanting to expand your network, this conversation will change how you think about mentorship and professional success.Because conscious leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating meaningful relationships that help everyone grow.🌐 Elevate your leadership with a FREE consultation:https://elitehighperformance.mykajabi.com/book-a-free-consultationAbout Eric Koester Eric Koester is a Georgetown University professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, entrepreneur, investor, and the bestselling author of Super Mentors. Named the 2020 National Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year, Eric has worked with thousands of students and professionals to explore how meaningful relationships, mentorship, and small, intentional actions create extraordinary opportunities. His Super Mentors framework teaches people how to build transformational relationships through a simple approach: Aim Higher, Ask Smaller, and Do It Again.Want a signed copy of Super Mentors? Eric Koester is offering listeners a free signed copy! Simply reach out to him, mention that you heard him on the Conscious Leadership Revolution Podcast, and he'll send you a copy—no strings attached!Find Eric Koester LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickoester/X: https://x.com/erickoesterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/erickoester/Website: https://erickoester.com/Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Conscious Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links: https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/ https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/ https://www.tiktok.com/@susanlhobsonMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropicanaLicense code: GNM1DDFOSCISSWRBMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/back-to-movesLicense code: PXJHIC8CT4KT64TXIn This Episode, You'll Discover:
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  • S4E29: Why You Keep Repeating the Same Patterns (And How to Break Them) | Dr. Mark Pirtle
    Nov 3 2026
    Why do you keep repeating the same patterns, even when you know better? The answer may lie in how your brain, nervous system, and deeply ingrained behavioral patterns respond to stress.In this episode of the Conscious Leadership Revolution Podcast, host Susan Hobson sits down with Dr. Mark Pirtle, Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Living Systems Theorist, and the founder of SkillfullyAware, and author of Built This Way: Why Painful Patterns Repeat and How to Change Them, to explore the science behind unconscious patterns, why lasting behavior change is so difficult, and how to break free from the automatic reactions holding you back.Whether you're a high-performing leader navigating pressure, struggling with emotional reactivity, or simply wondering why you keep falling into the same habits despite your best intentions, this conversation offers a powerful new perspective on self-awareness, emotional regulation, and conscious leadership.What You'll Discover in This Episode:Why painful patterns repeat: Understand how deeply ingrained behaviors, emotional experiences, and stress responses shape the way you think, feel, and act.The science of behavior change: Explore why knowing better doesn't always translate into doing better, especially under pressure.How systems thinking explains human behavior: Discover how your mind, body, emotions, and personal narratives interact to create recurring patterns.Breaking unconscious leadership patterns: Learn why impatience, emotional reactivity, and a lack of compassion can emerge when leaders experience stress.Practical emotional regulation techniques: Discover how priming and intentional self-talk can help you prepare for challenging situations and respond more consciously.The power of shadow work: Learn how recognizing your triggers and questioning your reactions can support deeper self-awareness and personal growth.What conscious leadership really means: Explore why becoming a better leader starts with a lifelong commitment to your own development.SPECIAL FEATURE: At 24:45, Dr. Mark Pirtle guides Susan and listeners through a practical attunement meditation exercise designed to help you become more present, grounded, and aware.🌐 Elevate your leadership with a FREE consultation:https://elitehighperformance.mykajabi.com/book-a-free-consultationAbout Dr. Mark Pirtle:Dr. Mark Pirtle is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Living Systems Theorist, and the founder of SkillfullyAware. He helps people understand why painful patterns repeat and how to change them, so they can live with more awareness, steadiness, compassion, and purpose. His new book, Built This Way: Why Painful Patterns Repeat and How to Change Them, comes out October 22, 2026. It is written for people who say, "I know better, but I still do it." Mark created the curriculum for the first pain program at Sierra Tucson, and he still works every week with clients in residential treatment. He co-wrote and produced the PBS documentary Is Your Story Making You Sick?, and he created the SAAQ, a self-assessment leaders and EO forums use to see how they react under pressure. His north star: make better humans so we can make a better world.Find Dr. Mark Pirtle:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drmarkpirtlemeditationfors1299Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarkpirtle/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markfarrispirtle/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrMarkPirtle/Website: drmarkpirtle.comFind Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Conscious Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links: https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/ https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/ https://www.tiktok.com/@susanlhobsonMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropicanaLicense code: GNM1DDFOSCISSWRBMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/back-to-movesLicense code: PXJHIC8CT4KT64TX
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  • S4E28: How to Stay Calm and Lead Through AI Disruption | Sanja Ralevic
    Oct 27 2026

    How do you stay calm, think clearly, and lead effectively when AI disruption is creating unprecedented uncertainty?

    Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, lead, and make decisions. But as the pace of change accelerates, so do fear, anxiety, and overwhelm—making it harder for leaders to access the clarity, creativity, and resilience they need most.

    In this episode of The Conscious Leadership Revolution, host Susan Hobson welcomes back Sanja Ralevic for a powerful conversation about navigating AI disruption through conscious leadership, emotional regulation, and nervous system awareness.

    Together, they explore why fear can limit our ability to think critically, how uncertainty influences leadership decisions, and why learning to shift from fear to curiosity is essential for turning disruption into opportunity.

    In this episode, you'll discover:

    • How AI disruption and uncertainty affect the brain, nervous system, and leadership performance.

    • Why fear and overwhelm can interfere with cognitive clarity, creativity, and decision-making.

    • How individual and group flow states can strengthen resilience and collective intelligence.

    • Why conscious leaders must become more intentional about the information they consume.

    • How to shift from reactive leadership to curiosity, self-awareness, and personal agency.

    • Practical ways to regulate your nervous system and lead with greater clarity during uncertain times.

    🧠 BONUS: Guided Heart-Focused Breathing Exercise

    At 20:01, Sanja guides listeners through a simple heart-focused breathing practice designed to help shift from stress and overwhelm toward greater calm, presence, and emotional regulation.

    This accessible technique can be practiced throughout the day—even during high-pressure leadership situations—to help you reconnect with your breath, regulate your emotional state, and respond more intentionally.

    Because the future of leadership isn't about eliminating uncertainty. It's about developing the internal capacity to navigate it without allowing fear to take the lead.

    As Susan and Sanja remind us, AI disruption doesn't have to be something we fear. With the right mindset, it can become an opportunity to grow, innovate, and lead differently.

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    About Sanja

    Sanja is the founder of HeartVista Performance, a Resident Mentor at Foresight Clean-tech Accelerator, a Conscious Leadership Coach at Elite High Performance and runs multiple resilience coaching programs for entrepreneurs and executives. As a trained biofeedback practitioner, Sanja combines technology and evidence-based practices, offering practical and actionable tools for achieving maximized performance.


    Find Sanja

    https://www.heartvistaperformance.com/

    www.linkedin.com/in/sanjaralevic77

    Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links:

    https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/

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  • S4E27: Why High-Performers Struggle With Emotional Regulation | Pauline Nguyen
    Oct 20 2026
    Why do high-performers struggle with emotional regulation—even when they have the experience, discipline, and mindset to succeed?The answer may lie in your nervous system.In this episode of The Conscious Leadership Revolution Podcast, host Susan Hobson sits down with award-winning entrepreneur, author, and conscious leadership coach Pauline Nguyen to explore the hidden connection between emotional regulation, nervous system patterns, and high-performance leadership.From escaping Vietnam as a child refugee to building Red Lantern, one of the world's most celebrated Vietnamese restaurants, Pauline shares how her journey through trauma, survival mode, burnout, and personal transformation shaped her approach to conscious leadership.Together, Susan and Pauline uncover why so many high achievers unknowingly operate from survival mode, how unresolved emotional patterns influence leadership behaviours, and why emotional intelligence and nervous system awareness are essential for sustainable high performance.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER:Why high performers often mistake survival mode for ambition and motivation.How nervous system dysregulation can influence decision-making, emotional reactions, and leadership effectiveness.Why emotional regulation is a critical skill for conscious leadership and executive performance.How leaders can cultivate emotional mastery, resilience, and calm under pressure.Why your emotional state influences team culture, trust, and employee retention.How Pauline's Triple S Method integrates mindset, body awareness, and spiritual practices to support personal transformation."Calm is contagious, but so is fear." — Pauline Nguyen🌐 Elevate your leadership with a FREE consultation:https://elitehighperformance.mykajabi.com/book-a-free-consultationAbout Pauline NguyenToday, Pauline is one of Australia’s most decorated entrepreneurs. As owner of Red Lantern - the most awarded Vietnamese restaurant in the world - she earned the Telstra Business Award and, in 2026 was named Global Transformational Leader of the Year. She has also been named one of "200 Women Who Will Change the Way You See The World.” At three years old, Pauline escaped Vietnam by boat - nine days at sea, a year in a Thai refugee camp, and a beginning that would have broken most. She chose, instead to become the beneficiary of everything that happened to her. Her memoir, Secrets of the Red Lantern, won international acclaim; her latest, The Way of the Spiritual Entrepreneur, continues to move readers worldwide. Combining the latest neuroscience with spirituality, travelling the world as an International Keynote Speaker and Executive Coach, she guides CEOs and founders into Conscious Leadership - rewiring their story from victim consciousness to creator consciousness, and learning to live life by design, not by default.Find Pauline NguyenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulinenspeaks/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@paulinenspeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulinenguyenspeaks/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thespiritualentrepreneurWebsite: https://pauline-nguyen.com/ PAULINE’S FREE GIFT - “The Sovereign Leader Reset” - If you're a founder or a leader who's mastered the outer game and knows the inner one is next, this is for you.Go to Pauline's Instagram @PaulinenSpeaks - DM the word CONSCIOUS or visit conscious.pauline-nguyen.com to grab the offer.Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Conscious Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links: https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/ https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/ https://www.tiktok.com/@susanlhobsonMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropicanaLicense code: GNM1DDFOSCISSWRBMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/back-to-movesLicense code: PXJHIC8CT4KT64TX
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  • S4E25: Why the Old Leadership Model Is Breaking Down | Jordanna Eyre
    Oct 6 2026

    The old model of leadership—push harder, control more, keep moving forward—is breaking down.

    In this episode of the Conscious Leadership Revolution, Susan Hobson sits down with Jordanna Eyer, founder of Spiral Growth Systems and creator of the Spiral Leadership Methodology, to explore what it means to lead from authentic power in a world of increasing pressure, disruption, and AI.

    Jordanna challenges the idea that leadership transformation happens through mindset alone. Together, Susan and Jordana explore why sustainable leadership requires us to go deeper—into the body, our patterns, our relationship with pressure, and the parts of ourselves we may have learned to avoid.

    They unpack conscious leadership, embodied behavior change, the role of tension and friction in growth, and why the rise of AI may actually be calling leaders back to something profoundly human: our bodies, intuition, creativity, and connection to ourselves.

    One of the most powerful moments comes near the end of the conversation, when Jordanna leads Susan and listeners through a guided grounding and possibility exercise.

    ✨ Stay through the episode and experience Jordanna’s guided exercise beginning at 36:29.

    In this conversation, you’ll discover:

    • What conscious leadership looks like when the pressure rises

    • Why authentic power is different from control

    • Why mindset alone isn’t enough for lasting behavior change

    • How tension, shadow, and friction can become catalysts for growth

    • What AI could be revealing about the future of human leadership

    • Why the next generation is challenging traditional leadership models

    • How ancient wisdom, intuition, embodiment, and creativity intersect

    • A guided practice for grounding, presence, and possibility

    If this conversation challenged the way you think about leadership, share it with a leader who’s ready to move beyond autopilot.

    🌐 Elevate your leadership with a FREE consultation:

    https://elitehighperformance.mykajabi.com/book-a-free-consultation

    About Jordanna Eyre

    Jordanna Eyre is the founder of Spiral Growth Systems and creator of the Spiral Leadership Methodology. She works with leaders who are scaling, transitioning, or reinventing — particularly those who’ve done significant inner work, but still find pressure pulling them into ways of leading, relating, or creating that no longer reflect who they’ve become.

    Known as the Chief Sorceress of Life & Business, Jordanna’s work is grounded in the Fibonacci sequence and the natural laws of growth. She has worked with more than 4,500 changemakers across six continents, including leaders from LinkedIn, Microsoft, Cisco, and Stanford.

    Her methodology works beneath the surface, at what she calls the architecture beneath form — reawakening leaders’ embodied knowing of the underlying energy systems through which humanity participates in Creation, so that when the stakes are highest, what unfolds reflects who and what they truly are, rather than who they were conditioned to be.

    Find Jordanna Eyre

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jordannaeyre

    Website: spiralgrowthsystems.com

    Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Conscious Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links:

    https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/

    https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/

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    54 mins
  • S4E24: How to Lead Through Grief, Loss & Major Life Transitions | Antonio Lennert
    Sep 29 2026

    What happens when grief changes everything you thought you knew about yourself, your identity, and your purpose? And what if navigating loss could transform the way you lead?

    In this deeply personal episode of the Conscious Leadership Revolution Podcast, host Susan Hobson sits down with Antonio Lennert, founder of The Ride In and executive leadership coach, to explore the profound connection between grief, conscious leadership, vulnerability, and personal transformation.

    After unexpectedly losing his husband and business partner, Antonio found himself confronting more than heartbreak. He faced the loss of the identity, future, and life they had built together. What followed was a journey of grief, self-discovery, and reinvention that fundamentally changed how he understands himself, his purpose, and what it means to lead yourself consciously.

    Together, Susan and Antonio challenge the traditional belief that strong leaders must always hold it together. They explore why suppressing difficult emotions can disconnect us from ourselves and others, how embracing vulnerability creates space for authentic leadership, and why the path through grief begins with the courage to feel.

    In this episode, you'll discover:

    • Why grief can fundamentally reshape your identity, priorities, and sense of purpose.

    • How emotional suppression and the pressure to appear strong can impact your leadership.

    • Why self-awareness and emotional intelligence are essential foundations of conscious leadership.

    • How vulnerability, authenticity, and community support us through loss and major life transitions.

    • Why navigating grief isn't about moving on, but learning to move forward with meaning.

    • How difficult life experiences can deepen your connection to your intuition, values, and authentic self.

    • What it means to transform personal pain into purpose, impact, and a lasting leadership legacy.

    • Why human-centered leadership matters more than ever in an increasingly AI-driven world.

    Grief doesn't just change what you experience. It can change who you become.

    Whether you're navigating the loss of someone you love, experiencing a major life transition, or questioning who you are beyond your achievements, this conversation is an invitation to lead yourself with greater awareness, compassion, and courage.

    Because conscious leadership isn't about having all the answers or being strong at all costs. It's about knowing yourself deeply enough to show up authentically, even when life changes everything.

    🌐 Elevate your leadership with a FREE consultation:

    https://elitehighperformance.mykajabi.com/book-a-free-consultation

    About Antonio Lennert

    Antonio Lennert is the founder of The Ride In, a Toronto-based executive and leadership coaching practice, where he works with founders and senior leaders navigating major transitions using neuroscience, Internal Family Systems, and identity design.

    Find Antonio Lennert

    Instagram (The Ride In): @therideinhq

    Instagram (personal): @antoniolennert

    Website: theridein.com

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

    Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Conscious Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links:

    https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/

    https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/

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  • S4E23: You Can’t Lead Forward While Living in the Past | Reclaim Your Power
    Sep 23 2026

    You can’t lead powerfully into your future while your energy is still anchored to the past.

    In this solo episode of the Conscious Leadership Revolution Podcast, Susan Hobson returns fresh from an immersive conscious leadership retreat to share what opened up when she went deeper into her own inner work—and what the experience revealed about courage, community, grief, acceptance, personal sovereignty, and legacy.

    True conscious leadership isn’t simply about becoming more self-aware. It’s about taking responsibility for what we do with that awareness.

    Susan explores the power of community, courage, and processing unresolved emotions to become more present as a leader. Through her personal journey with grief and acceptance, she shares how releasing the past can create space for greater alignment, creativity, and the choices that bring our legacy to life.

    In this episode, you’ll explore:

    • Why conscious leadership starts from within

    • The connection between vulnerability, courage, and personal growth

    • Why community can accelerate leadership transformation

    • Moving through grief and unresolved emotions toward acceptance

    • Reclaiming sovereignty over your energy and choices

    • How alignment expands creativity and intuitive intelligence

    • Why awareness alone doesn’t make someone a conscious leader

    • How your energy creates a ripple effect in your team, family, and community

    • What it means to live your legacy instead of simply leaving one

    Your energy matters. How you show up matters. And the inner work you’re willing to do today can shape the impact you’re capable of creating tomorrow.

    💬 We want to hear from you.

    As we move toward Q4 and continue exploring the next evolution of conscious leadership, Susan wants your feedback to help shape the conversations and guests coming next.

    What are you working on in your own leadership right now? What kind of consciousness training are you experimenting with? And where do you need more support, insight, or thought leadership from this podcast?

    Send Susan your feedback at Susan@elitehighperformance.com.

    Your feedback helps ensure the Conscious Leadership Revolution continues to meet you where you are—and supports the challenges, growth, and transformation you’re navigating in your own leadership lane.

    🌐 Elevate your leadership with a FREE consultation:

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    Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Conscious Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links:

    https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/

    https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/

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