The CEO Whisperer: How to “Wake up" to the unconscious patterns keeping you from achieving what you want in business and in life, with Clay Stelzer

In this episode of Founder Talk, we're joined by Clay Stelzer, an exceptional CEO coach who shares his profound insights on leadership, business growth, and personal development. This conversation is packed with valuable takeaways that can transform the way you approach your role as a founder. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode is a must-listen! Highlights:[00:02:15] - Introduction to Clay Stelzer and his work at 1560, helping business leaders and their teams wake up to patterns keeping them from achieving their goals. Explanation of "sleep working." [00:04:30] - The importance of conscious leadership and how business culture reflects a leader's perspective. [00:06:20] - Understanding above the line vs. below the line thinking and its impact on leadership and decision-making. [00:10:10] - Common problems CEOs face, such as feeling stuck in a cycle and blaming others. The importance of taking 100% responsibility for outcomes. [00:15:45] - Examples of below the line behaviors and the three reasons we go below the line: security, approval, and control. [00:20:50] - Strategies to recognize and address below the line thinking, including normalizing these patterns and self-awareness. [00:25:30] - Personal stories of overcoming below the line thinking and how past survival strategies may hinder current success. [00:30:45] - Building self-worth beyond performance and success. The importance of self-love and self-acceptance in personal and professional growth. [00:35:50] - Handling insecurities and fears by addressing them openly, creating connection and reducing their power. [00:40:15] - The role of vulnerability in leadership and the strength it brings to relationships and teams. [00:45:00] - Practical steps to embed conscious leadership principles into daily life, including accountability partners and regular reflection. [00:50:30] - The significance of a co-creative relationship in marriage and avoiding codependency by supporting each other's growth and taking responsibility for personal triggers. [00:55:00] - The thoughtful threes: Insights on misguiding professional advice, overcoming fears in business, and unconventional strategies for success. [01:00:45] - Where to find Clay Stelzer and the types of coaching and consulting services he offers. Where to Find Clay Stelzer: LinkedIn: Clay Stelzer Website: 1560 Want to start using video and social media content to drive revenue, build brand, and grow your business?  Schedule a video chat with me today and let’s talk about what that looks like!  To book a call, check out our pricing/services, learn about how we work with clients, etc.hop on over to our website now! https://impaxs.com I also want to let you know there’s a place where I share EXCLUSIVE, high value content that you can’t find anywhere else (Not even on social)!  It’s the type of content that I charge clients money to implement for them.  All geared towards helping 7-8 figure B2B companies drive revenue and build brand through video content.  And it’s all in my weekly newsletter.  Sign up now and you’ll start by getting a free video and guide on the “3 types of videos that instantly drive more sales”!  https://impaxs79863.activehosted.com/f/1