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• #14: Leading When You’re Triggered: Mastering Emotional Hijacks

  How Do You Lead When You’re Triggered?   We’ve all been there: the meeting turns tense, someone pushes your buttons, your heart rate spikes and before you know it, you’re reacting in a way you regret.   But here’s the truth: “Emotional reactivity doesn’t disqualify us as leaders. Avoiding it does.” In this episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most overlooked leadership challenges: how to lead when you’re emotionally triggered.   ✅ Learn why emotional intelligence isn’t about never getting upset but recognizing when you’re hijacked and knowing what to do next. ✅ Hear real-life stories from competitive golf blowups to family award-ceremony meltdowns that show how easy it is to get hijacked (and how to recover). ✅ Discover actionable tools to move from default reactions to intentional responses. As Eric explains: “High-level leaders aren’t those who never get hijacked. They’re the ones who recognize it quickly and know how to respond.”   We’ll explore: ✔️ The science of emotional hijacking (your amygdala vs. your executive brain) ✔️ How triggers act as dashboard lights, not condemnation ✔️ The power of naming your default patterns and replacing them with conscious choices ✔️ A simple but profound question that transforms moments of anger or shame into opportunities for leadership: “How does the best version of me respond in this situation?”   Research backs this up: Leaders with high emotional intelligence outperform their peers by up to 20% in team engagement and decision quality (Goleman, 2018). 90% of top performers in organizations have high EQ, while only 20% of low performers do (TalentSmart). Emotional self-awareness is repeatedly linked to better leadership outcomes, reduced conflict, and healthier team cultures (Harvard Business Review, 2019).   We also talk about the cost of staying hijacked: lost time, broken trust, spiraling conflicts. As we mention: “It’s not just me paying the price. It’s the whole environment.”   Finally, we share practical steps you can use immediately: ✔️ Spot your emotional patterns ✔️ Name your triggers ✔️ Pause and ask the right questions ✔️ Shorten your recovery time ✔️ Lead yourself and others with calm and clarity   If you’re ready to stop letting emotional hijacks sabotage your leadership and start using them as signals to grow, this episode is for you.   🎧 Tune in now to learn how to master emotional hijacks and become the leader people want to follow.     Are you ready to unlock your full potential and lead with purpose, clarity, and conviction? The MPWR Podcast, hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, CEO of MPWR Coaching, is your go-to space for transformational conversations, powerful insights, and practical strategies to help you step into the next level of your leadership journey. Whether you're scaling your business, seeking greater alignment in life, or stepping into your calling—this podcast will challenge, inspire, and empower you. Want more tools to accelerate your growth? Head over to mpwrcoaching.com where you'll find free resources, game-changing books, and programs designed to elevate your mindset, build resilience, and transform the way you lead—from the inside out. 🔥 Subscribe to the MPWR Podcast on your favorite platform. 📲 Follow Eric Pfeiffer across social media (links available on the website). 🌐 Access our free mini course here!  🔗 Check out our Leadership Framework System   Want more?   🎧 Enjoyed today’s episode? If this conversation challenged or inspired you, we’d love for you to help us spread the impact. Share it with a fellow leader, subscribe so you never miss an episode, and—if you got value—leave us a quick review on your favorite podcast platform. Your reviews help more leaders discover the MPWR Podcast and step into the influence they were made for.   And remember— Be the leader YOU want to follow. See you next time.

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• #13: From Tools to Transformation: How to Move from Learning to Leading

  At some point, every leader faces the same question: Am I actually applying what I know?   Welcome to a new chapter of the MPWR Podcast. This episode isn’t just a continuation, it’s a turning point. If you’ve been with us through Season 1, you’ve walked through our core leadership toolkit—practical, powerful tools designed to help you lead with clarity, courage, and conviction. But today, we take things a step further. Because leadership doesn’t stop at learning, it begins when you live what you’ve learned. In this transformative episode, your hosts reflect on the journey so far and open the door to what’s ahead: moving from head knowledge to heart application. It’s about bridging the gap between knowing the tools and becoming the leader you were meant to be.   🎯 Inside this episode, we explore: What transformation actually looks like when applied to real leadership scenarios—messy teams, tough decisions, culture challenges, and personal growth How to deepen your impact by embodying the leadership principles, not just teaching or quoting them The mindset shifts required to move from passive growth to active mastery Why transformation is personal, vulnerable, and spiritual—and why it’s worth it The tension between comfort and calling, and how to rise into the leader your purpose demands   This episode speaks directly to the leader who is ready to stop playing small, stop checking boxes, and start building legacy-level influence. Whether you're a returning listener who’s been growing with us from the beginning, or you’re just discovering the MPWR Podcast for the first time, this is the perfect place to dive in. This isn’t leadership theory. This is the inner work, the stretching, and the real-life activation of tools that shape not only how you lead others—but how you lead yourself.   You’ll walk away with: A renewed sense of vision for your leadership journey Clear next steps to integrate the tools into your everyday leadership A reminder that you’re not alone—and that transformation is both possible and necessary   Get ready. We’re not just talking about leadership anymore. We’re living it. And you’re invited into the journey.     Are you ready to unlock your full potential and lead with purpose, clarity, and conviction? The MPWR Podcast, hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, CEO of MPWR Coaching, is your go-to space for transformational conversations, powerful insights, and practical strategies to help you step into the next level of your leadership journey. Whether you're scaling your business, seeking greater alignment in life, or stepping into your calling—this podcast will challenge, inspire, and empower you. Want more tools to accelerate your growth? Head over to mpwrcoaching.com where you'll find free resources, game-changing books, and programs designed to elevate your mindset, build resilience, and transform the way you lead—from the inside out. 🔥 Subscribe to the MPWR Podcast on your favorite platform. 📲 Follow Eric Pfeiffer across social media (links available on the website). 🌐 Access our free mini course here!  🔗 Check out our Leadership Framework System   Want more?   🎧 Enjoyed today’s episode? If this conversation challenged or inspired you, we’d love for you to help us spread the impact. Share it with a fellow leader, subscribe so you never miss an episode, and—if you got value—leave us a quick review on your favorite podcast platform. Your reviews help more leaders discover the MPWR Podcast and step into the influence they were made for.   And remember— Be the leader YOU want to follow. See you next time.

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• #12: Why Teams Drift Without Clear Expectations: The Power of the Radical Minimum Standard

  Is your team underperforming but you’re not sure why? If you’ve ever felt like your people are capable but still missing the mark, this episode may offer the leadership lens you didn’t know you needed. In this episode, host Eric Pfeiffer is joined once again by Director of Content, Dawn Neldon to explore one of the most misunderstood gaps in team performance: the gap between assumed expectations and actual clarity. The culprit? A lack of what they call the Radical Minimum Standard or RMS. What is the Radical Minimum Standard? It’s a practical framework that helps leaders clearly define not only what they expect from their teams but how they expect it to be done. Whether it’s behavior, communication, performance, or culture, RMS becomes the shared language that turns ambiguity into alignment and confusion into consistency. 📉 Here’s the hard truth: According to a McKinsey study, only 50% of employees know what's expected of them at work. That means half your team may be guessing—no matter how many meetings or memos you’ve sent.   In this episode, Eric and Dawn reveal: 🔍 Why most team issues are not effort problems—they're clarity problems 🧭 How RMS helps teams define the “non-negotiables” for culture and performance 💬 The dangerous myth that “I’ve said it once” is the same as alignment 🛠️ How to implement RMS into your leadership rhythms and team conversations If you're a CEO, manager, coach, or team lead who wants to build a culture of accountability without micromanagement—this episode is your roadmap.   You’ll walk away with tools to: Eliminate leadership ambiguity Create a culture of ownership Define what excellence looks like before problems arise 🎯 Don’t leave expectations to chance. Define them with purpose. Tune in now and learn how the Radical Minimum Standard can transform how your team communicates, performs, and thrives. 📩 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with a leader who needs clarity, not chaos.     Are you ready to unlock your full potential and lead with purpose, clarity, and conviction? The MPWR Podcast, hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, CEO of MPWR Coaching, is your go-to space for transformational conversations, powerful insights, and practical strategies to help you step into the next level of your leadership journey. Whether you're scaling your business, seeking greater alignment in life, or stepping into your calling—this podcast will challenge, inspire, and empower you. Want more tools to accelerate your growth? Head over to mpwrcoaching.com where you'll find free resources, game-changing books, and programs designed to elevate your mindset, build resilience, and transform the way you lead—from the inside out. 🔥 Subscribe to the MPWR Podcast on your favorite platform. 📲 Follow Eric Pfeiffer across social media (links available on the website). 🌐 Access our free mini course here!  🔗 Check out our Leadership Framework System   Want more?   🎧 Enjoyed today’s episode? If this conversation challenged or inspired you, we’d love for you to help us spread the impact. Share it with a fellow leader, subscribe so you never miss an episode, and—if you got value—leave us a quick review on your favorite podcast platform. Your reviews help more leaders discover the MPWR Podcast and step into the influence they were made for.   And remember— Be the leader YOU want to follow. See you next time.

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• #11: Why Success Feels Empty Without These 5 Forms of Capital

  Is it possible to have success and still feel like something’s missing? If you've ever hit a milestone and felt more empty than accomplished… this episode will strike a chord. In this episode, host Eric Pfeiffer takes us deep into a transformational conversation about the 5 Capitals—a framework that redefines what real success looks like. Drawing from leadership coaching, personal development, and spiritual alignment, Eric unpacks why so many high-performers feel out of sync, even when everything on paper looks perfect.   What are the 5 Capitals? They're not just financial. Eric explores five critical areas of life and leadership: Spiritual Capital: Your core values and sense of purpose Relational Capital: The quality of your connections Physical Capital: Your energy and health Intellectual Capital: Knowledge, wisdom, and applied learning Financial Capital: Your income, assets, and ability to create wealth Most leaders focus almost entirely on financial capital—often at the expense of the others. But as Eric shares, true fulfillment comes from investing across all five, creating alignment between your actions and your identity.   📊 Here’s a stat to think about: According to a 2023 report by Gallup, only 23% of employees worldwide are thriving in overall well-being, despite rising global income levels. The takeaway? More money doesn't mean more meaning. 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why burnout is often a symptom of capital imbalance How to self-assess your current investment in each capital What it means to lead from alignment, not exhaustion A mindset shift that reframes productivity and purpose Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this episode is a masterclass in redefining success from the inside out. If you're ready to stop sacrificing meaning for metrics, this conversation will equip you with a new lens and a better strategy.   👉 Ready to recalibrate your life and leadership? Tune in now, subscribe to The Productivity Pendulum, and share this episode with someone who’s chasing success—but deserves fulfillment. 💬 Leave a review and tell us: Which capital are you neglecting most?     Are you ready to unlock your full potential and lead with purpose, clarity, and conviction? The MPWR Podcast, hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, CEO of MPWR Coaching, is your go-to space for transformational conversations, powerful insights, and practical strategies to help you step into the next level of your leadership journey. Whether you're scaling your business, seeking greater alignment in life, or stepping into your calling—this podcast will challenge, inspire, and empower you. Want more tools to accelerate your growth? Head over to mpwrcoaching.com where you'll find free resources, game-changing books, and programs designed to elevate your mindset, build resilience, and transform the way you lead—from the inside out. 🔥 Subscribe to the MPWR Podcast on your favorite platform. 📲 Follow Eric Pfeiffer across social media (links available on the website). 🌐 Access our free mini course here!  🔗 Check out our Leadership Framework System   Want more?   🎧 Enjoyed today’s episode? If this conversation challenged or inspired you, we’d love for you to help us spread the impact. Share it with a fellow leader, subscribe so you never miss an episode, and—if you got value—leave us a quick review on your favorite podcast platform. Your reviews help more leaders discover the MPWR Podcast and step into the influence they were made for.   And remember— Be the leader YOU want to follow. See you next time.

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• #10: The Productivity Pendulum: Why Most Leaders Swing Between Chaos and Clarity

  Are you caught in the constant swing between hustle and exhaustion? You're not alone. In this episode we will discuss The Productivity Pendulum, host Eric Pfeiffer—leadership coach, speaker, and author dives into one of the most overlooked cycles plaguing today’s leaders: the trap of unsustainable productivity. We live in a world that celebrates burnout as a badge of honor. But what if the real power isn't in doing more but in aligning with your natural rhythm? In this powerful solo episode, Eric unpacks: Why the modern leader’s productivity model is broken The hidden pendulum that swings between overdrive and shutdown How to break free from performance-based worth The difference between momentum and motion Practical steps to rebuild your rhythm without losing your results Through raw storytelling, practical frameworks, and hard-won wisdom, Eric challenges the glorification of constant busyness and invites you into a more sustainable, soul-aligned way of showing up as a leader. Whether you’re leading a business, a team, or yourself—this episode is your invitation to pause, reset, and rethink what productivity really means. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to lead from a place of clarity and capacity, rather than chaos and compulsion. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m doing everything right but I still feel behind,” this is for you. 🎯 This episode is packed with actionable insights for executives, entrepreneurs, high performers, and anyone navigating high-stakes leadership in today’s fast-paced world.     Are you ready to unlock your full potential and lead with purpose, clarity, and conviction? The MPWR Podcast, hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, CEO of MPWR Coaching, is your go-to space for transformational conversations, powerful insights, and practical strategies to help you step into the next level of your leadership journey. Whether you're scaling your business, seeking greater alignment in life, or stepping into your calling—this podcast will challenge, inspire, and empower you. Want more tools to accelerate your growth? Head over to mpwrcoaching.com where you'll find free resources, game-changing books, and programs designed to elevate your mindset, build resilience, and transform the way you lead—from the inside out. 🔥 Subscribe to the MPWR Podcast on your favorite platform. 📲 Follow Eric Pfeiffer across social media (links available on the website). 🌐 Access our free mini course here!  🔗 Check out our Leadership Framework System   Want more?   🎧 Enjoyed today’s episode? If this conversation challenged or inspired you, we’d love for you to help us spread the impact. Share it with a fellow leader, subscribe so you never miss an episode, and—if you got value—leave us a quick review on your favorite podcast platform. Your reviews help more leaders discover the MPWR Podcast and step into the influence they were made for.   And remember— Be the leader YOU want to follow. See you next time.

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