The Conscious Founder Podcast: Growth Mindsets, Leadership & High Performance For Entrepreneurs to Create Massive Impact whilst Avoiding Burnout
What’s the point in success if you can't enjoy it?
Contrary to popular belief, business growth doesn’t have to come at the sacrifice of personal growth.
This show enables conscious entrepreneurs to become the masters of their minds so they can create massive impact with ease, enjoy the journey, and avoid burnout.
You’ll discover:
- How to overcome mental blocks and create a mindset that allows you to achieve everything you want in life and business
- Practical ways to go from feeling stressed and overwhelmed to clear, focused, and at ease, so you can actually enjoy the journey of entrepreneurship
- How to turn challenges into massive opportunities for growth and success in your business
Before Alexi launched this podcast, he was a founder running multiple businesses. Whilst everything looked great on the outside, he was struggling on the inside.
Failures felt deeply personal, no success felt good enough, and he was burning the candle at both ends but he just couldn’t see another way.
Then Alexi met his coach, ventured into podcasting, started learning about the power of the mind, doing more of what he loved, and ultimately having a greater impact in the process.
Now, Alexi spends his time hosting founder retreats and coaching founders through their business and personal growth journeys, helping them overcome mental blocks to achieve the impact they’ve always wanted.
We release new episodes weekly, consisting of brief conversations with conscious entrepreneurs and founder experts where we delve into growth mindsets, high performance, and leadership. We also have a ‘crazy founder stories’ segment (10 minutes) where entrepreneurs share their most shocking experiences so that fellow founders don't feel alone in their struggles. Together, we’ll laugh at the inevitable quirks and mishaps of our entrepreneurial journeys, reminding ourselves that even the craziest moments have valuable lessons to teach.
If you’re new here, we recommend starting with:
#49 - 10 Causes of Co-Founder Conflict, How to Communicate Effectively as a Leader & Create High Performance in Startup Teams
#37 - Harry Stebbings on Living with an Eating Disorder: How to Deal with Rejection, Insecurities & Uncertainties Whilst Building a #1 Investment Podcast & Venture Fund (20VC) worth $140M
Episodes
66 episodes
#67 | How LinkedIn Might Be Sabotaging Your Business Success As An Entrepreneur & 1 Simple Strategy To Boost Your Productivity (Solo Ep)
Do you feel overwhelmed or low-confidence after scrolling through LinkedIn?Founders and entrepreneurs often experience feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, and comparison triggered by the seemingly endless stream of success stories on Lin...
•
Episode 67
•
10:27
#66 | Can Copying Other Entrepreneurs Lead To Success? (Solo Ep)
Are you copying someone else’s playbook and wondering why you’re not successful?In this short solo episode, Alexi discusses the importance of forging your own path in business and in life. He explains how mimicking others can lead to fee...
•
Episode 66
•
5:57
#65 | Why You NEED To Use Conscious Leadership If You Want Success & Long-Term Impact In Your Business w. Alister Gray - Coach + Founder of Mindful Talent: A Global Coach Training Organisation
Do you know how your leadership style impacts your business?Many founders completely neglect this powerful tool, but how can you maximise yours?In this episode, we uncover why you can't afford to NOT be a conscious founder when wa...
•
Episode 65
•
24:16
#64 | Why You Need To Simplify Your Business For Greater Impact & Fulfilment As An Entrepreneur w. Alister Gray - Coach + Founder of Mindful Talent: A Global Coach Training Organisation
Do we really NEED more? Is your drive to do more/achieve more/have more actually holding you back? This conversation is crucial for any entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or constantly chasing the next bi...
•
Episode 64
•
20:40
#63 | How Contemplating Death Can Sharpen Your Focus & Elevate Your Leadership As An Entrepreneur w. Alister Gray - Coach + Founder of Mindful Talent: A Global Coach Training Organisation
Have you ever contemplated death? If not, you should.Facing mortality can sharpen your focus and transform your leadership approach.By addressing the often-avoided topic of death, this conversation offers a unique perspective on o...
•
Episode 63
•
15:52
#62 | Why Impactful Communication Is KEY To Transforming Your Business w. Bhaskar Goswami - Radical Transformation Mentor
Is poor communication stalling your business growth? In this episode, Alexi and Bhaskar delve into why incomplete communication is the primary source of stress and dysfunction in businesses. For founders, entrepreneurs, ...
•
Episode 62
•
10:40
#61 | How To Transform Anxiety Into Unwavering Confidence As An Entrepreneur w. Bhaskar Goswami - Radical Transformation Mentor
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety as a founder? In just 5 minutes, Bhaskar reveals how to transform anxiety into unwavering confidence.You’ll discover:How to differentiate between objective & subjective realities...
•
Episode 61
•
6:34
#60 | ‘You Are Not Your Thoughts’: Transform Your Mindset for Founder Success (Solo Ep)
Why do some thoughts weigh you down while others empower you? In this short solo segment, Alexi shares a pivotal realisation: you are NOT your thoughts. This alone has the potential to revolutionise how you handle stress, d...
•
Episode 60
•
6:17
#59 | Master Decision-Making: How Entrepreneurs Can Reduce Decision Fatigue (Solo Ep)
Ever felt mentally drained from making countless decisions? In this short solo segment, Alexi shares practical wisdom to help you navigate the challenges of decision-making as a founder.Listen now to learn how to preserve you...
•
Episode 59
•
6:35
#58 | 4 Steps For Entrepreneurial Success: Master Your Ego, Recognise Conditioning, Find Stillness, & Surrender Control w. Kute Blackson - Transformational Speaker + Best-selling Author
Are you struggling to overcome limiting beliefs and achieve your goals?Learn the true secret to creating massive change in your life and business, as well as the pathway to success and inner peace.In this episode, you’ll discover:...
•
Episode 58
•
57:03
#57 | ‘Animal Theory’: How To Master Your Emotions & Stop Living In Survival Mode So You Can Be A High-Performing Entrepreneur w. Ilana Kronick, Ph.D. - Psychologist + Author
Ever wondered why emotions can sometimes feel like they're taking over?Alexi and Ilana delve into the core principles of 'Animal Theory' - a groundbreaking approach to understanding and managing emotions. Animal Theory challenges convent...
•
Episode 57
•
1:05:24
#56 | How To Cultivate A Growth Mindset As An Entrepreneur & How To Hire Strategically When You're A Growing Startup w. Nick Steiert - Founder + CEO
What is a growth mindset and how do you cultivate one to benefit you and your business?Entrepreneurs face the constant challenge of maintaining performance and resilience amidst the inevitable highs and lows of business ownership, and a ...
•
Episode 56
•
55:47
#55 | Why We Need To STOP Giving People Advice & How/Why We Must Cultivate Meaningful Connections As Entrepreneurs w. AJ - Founder + Growth & Community Consultant for Startups
Shifting from advice-giving to connection-building and embracing the power of asking for help can unlock new possibilities and help founders achieve greater fulfilment in their work.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why you sh...
•
Episode 55
•
1:11:11
#54 | Crazy Founder Stories: Why I Was Forced To Change My Brand Name THREE Times w. Jamie Beaumont - Founder
After battling lawsuits and corporate giants to protect his brand identity, Jamie recounts the challenges and lessons learned from being forced to rebrand his business not once, not twice, but three timesJamie Beaumont is the Founder of ...
•
Episode 54
•
10:00
#53 | How To Regulate Stress As An Entrepreneur To Achieve High Performance, Increase Resilience & Avoid Burnout w. Michael Adu (aka Mr Find Your Calm) - Stress Reduction Specialist + Life Development Coach
Is stress good or bad for you? What stress is good? How should we balance stress and recovery?As entrepreneurs, we often pride ourselves on our ability to handle stress and juggle multiple tasks at once. But are we actually managing stre...
•
Episode 53
•
1:03:36
#52 | Crazy Founder Stories: How My Advisor Tried To Steal My Business w. Jamie Beaumont
From advisor agreements gone wrong to million-pound lawsuits, Jamie shares how he fought tooth and nail against his advisor's attempt to hijack his business. Jamie Beaumont is the Founder of Playter - A VC Backed FinTech Alternative...
•
Episode 52
•
11:13
#51 | Military Mindset For Entrepreneurs: How To Communicate Effectively & Develop Strategic Habits For Peak Productivity w. Antony Thompson - Entrepreneur + Ex Marine
Is your mindset your greatest ally or your most formidable foe?Alexi and Antony dive into how our thoughts and attitudes shape our realities, the importance of cultivating resilience, and the art of effective communication.In this...
•
Episode 51
•
1:11:39
#50 | Mindset Mastery: Why Observing Our Thoughts & Building Resilience Leads To High Performance w. Alex Manzi - Life Coach + Podcaster
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:Trial-and-error is needed to refine the systems we have in our livesWhy “back-to-back” culture is not for everyoneAlex’s breakdown turned breakthrough that led him to becoming a coach<...
•
Episode 50
•
1:16:12
#49 | 10 Causes Of Co-Founder Conflict, How To Communicate Effectively As A Leader & Create High Performance In Startup Teams w. Dr. Matthew Jones - Co-Founder Coach + Psychologist
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:Self-Awareness vs PresenceAre founders more reluctant to work on their weaknesses?Why Matt calls himself a coach rather than a clinical psychologist3 communication styles we have i...
•
Episode 49
•
1:33:30
#48 | Doctorpreneur: Overcoming Anxiety, Managing Panic Attacks & Building A Healthy Mindset Through Resilience Training w. Dr. Ally Jaffee - Doctor + Entrepreneur
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:Pressures of medical schoolExperiencing first panic attacksTools to help manage anxiety & depressionInnate Health & Resilience TrainingIntrusive thoughts are norma...
•
Episode 48
•
58:06
#47 | Less Known High Performance Strategies: Biohacking, Breathwork & Psychoactives For Anxiety + Trauma w. Richard L. Blake - PhD Psychology Researcher
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:Why talk therapy isn’t effective for everyoneIs the word “trauma” overused in our society?Why Richard disagrees with Gabor Mate on traumaThe difference between anxiety and just bei...
•
Episode 47
•
1:22:18
#46 | How Retreating Changed Our Lives, Favourite Practices For Personal Growth & What To Expect From Our Upcoming Retreat: NUMA w. My Co-Founder Charlotte Bouchard
In this special episode, Charlotte and I delve into the heart of NUMA - why we created it, what sets it apart from other retreats, and some key learnings & insights we’ve encountered.We discuss what guests can expect to do at...
•
Episode 46
•
35:03
#45 | Why Self-Awareness + Mindset Shifts Are Key To Growth & How To Enjoy The Journey As An Entrepreneur w. Hector Hughes - Founder
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:How Unplugged startedHector & Alexi’s transformative experiences on silent retreats Why awareness & mindset shifts are key to foundershipThe 2 reasons why we retreat
•
Episode 45
•
1:03:03
#44 | “Founder Therapy: No-Bulls**t Ways To Boss It Without Burnout” - How To Navigate Imposter Syndrome, Transparency & Startup Culture w. Mike Buonaiuto - Author, Exited Founder + Performance Coach
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:Mike & Alexi’s lowest points as foundersWhy low moments can be the biggest catalysts for changeCreating startups within the startup - encouraging your staff to learnIs salary t...
•
Episode 44
•
1:18:30
#43 | Overcoming Burnout: How To Spot it, Work Smarter (Not Harder) & Master Delegation To Build A Successful Startup w. Karl Swanepoel - Founder + CEO
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION:The freelance revolutionKarl’s experience with burnout & learning to spot early signsWhy jumping in the deep end is the best way to overcome major fearsWork smarter not harder<...
•
Episode 43
•
57:27