Here’s what you’ll learn about:

Chris Kenny’s Journey and Defining Moments (0:00)

• Host Drew asks Chris Kenny to share defining moments that led him to become who he is today and how he has changed his personal life.
• Chris describes his journey as an evolution rather than a single defining moment, emphasizing self-awareness and living as “man number three.”
• Chris shares his upbringing in an upper-middle-class environment in Monmouth County, New Jersey, and his move to the Midwest due to his father’s job.
• He attended a Jesuit High School and read a book called “On Death and Dying,” which influenced his life significantly.

Professional and Personal Evolution (3:59)

• Chris discusses his career path, including working for international law firms, leaving the practice of law, and moving to New Mexico to run a family business.
• He started a company as an entrepreneur but later shifted to business strategic planning, Coaching, and consulting.
• Chris reflects on a quote by Thomas Merton about living a life that feels wrong, which resonated with his own feelings of dissatisfaction.
• He mentions his 31-year marriage and the happiness of his two adult children.

The Three Life Questions (6:33)

• Chris introduces the three life questions derived from the book “On Death and Dying”: Did I live my authentic self? Did I give and receive unconditional love? Did I leave the world a little better?
• He references another quote by Victor Frankl about life asking essential questions, which he calls the three life questions.
• Chris explains that these questions are about putting life into context and living intentionally to answer them positively every day.
• He emphasizes the importance of addressing these questions early in life to guide decisions and avoid regret.

Defining Moments and Finding Purpose (12:08)

• Chris shares his experience of meeting Dr. Gary Sanchez, who helped him find his “why,” “how,” and “what” based on Simon Sinek’s Golden Circle.
• He explains that his “why” is to create Clarity, “how” is to make sense, and “what” is mastery.
• Chris decided to focus on his three life questions after his business partner retired, feeling called to share his journey and lessons with others.
• He discusses his struggle with Depression and how finding his authentic self has been a significant part of his healing process.

The Importance of Self-Love and Authenticity (15:55)

• Drew and Chris agree that addressing the three life questions early in life can guide decisions and lead to a more fulfilling life.
• Chris emphasizes the importance of self-love and being comfortable with oneself to give and receive unconditional love and make a positive impact.
• Drew shares his own experience of realizing the importance of self-love and how it impacts decision-making and Relationships.
• Chris explains his approach to helping clients discover their unique “why, how, and what” to align their actions with their authentic selves.

Advice for Younger Generations (16:15)

• Drew and Chris discuss the importance of teaching younger generations the three life questions to help them make better decisions and live more fulfilling lives.
• Drew shares his vision of organizing a virtual event with Simon Sinek, Dr. Gary Sanchez, and others to spread the message of finding one’s purpose.
• Chris expresses his desire to help young people understand their “why” and make positive changes in their lives.
• Chris and Drew agree on the need for self-awareness and authenticity to answer the three life questions effectively.

Final Thoughts and Future Plans (23:02)

• Chris shares his advice for young Chris Kenny, emphasizing self-love, paying attention to gut feelings, and being more like his grandmother, who embodied unconditional love.
• He advises young business Chris to align his business with the three life questions and focus on giving the best of himself without worrying about returns.
• Drew thanks Chris for sharing his journey and emphasizes the importance of Chris’ work in helping others find their purpose.
• Chris expresses his appreciation for the opportunity to share his message and looks forward to future conversations and collaborations.

To learn more about Chris’ mission, go to his LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriskennyabq/  or his website at  https://the3lifequestions.com/ 

Chris’ Bio: Chris Kenny

Chris Kenny is an executive coach to CEOs who believe that business can and must be a force for good. Drawing on over 35 years’ experience as a business lawyer, entrepreneur, and strategic planning consultant, Chris delivers exceptional clarity, enabling clients to find effective solutions to their biggest challenges.

Chris is a Certified WHY Institute Coach. He has helped hundreds of individuals discover their unique “WHY Operating System,” which explains the underlying motivation for our behaviors. By understanding an individual’s WHY.os, Chris’ clients make confident decisions that lead to personal and professional fulfillment.

Prior to his coaching career, Chris practiced business law at two international law firms. He grew and successfully sold a family business and served as the governing body president of a K-5 charter school. He was the founding member of a startup and then built a successful strategic planning consulting practice.

Chris’ certifications and additional experience include:

• Certified Coach, Gravitas Impact® Premium Coaches (July 2013 – August 2022)
• Certified WHY Institute™ Coach
• Certified Utility Search Conference™ Facilitator
• Certified Implications Wheel™ Facilitator
• Business Ethics Instructor, University of New Mexico Continuing Education Division

Chris earned his undergraduate degree in Economics (cum laude) from Georgetown University. He obtained his Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center. Chris passed the Illinois, Missouri, and New Mexico bar examinations. He remains licensed to practice law in New Mexico.

Chris and his wife enjoy hiking, skiing, and traveling. They reside in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 

About your host: I’m Drew Deraney, the proud father of three children. For most of my life I’ve been concerned with what people thought of me and how I was supposed to act. I learned not to be my authentic self and instead became a people pleaser, a man wearing a mask.

In a 9-month span a few years ago, I endured four faith-shaking life events that caused me to question my existence.

I became determined to find a better way to live. Through intense self-reflection and awareness, I realized that in order to be happy, I must adhere to my standards of honesty, integrity and truth and needed to break free from the belief system that was anchored in me for close to 50 years.

I found my purpose and my mission in life. I’ve now become the man I know I am meant to be. My mission is empowering men ready to make a change to do the same.

My men’s group and one-on-one coaching provide a safe space for men to share, without judgement, and transform. My male clients learn to release their inner greatness and stop self-sabotage, the #1 roadblock keeping them from reaching their goals.

HOW TO CONNECT WITH COACH DREW:

Website: https://profitcompassion.com/

Email: drew@profitcompassion.com

Book a Coaching Discovery Call: https://link.mavericksystems.online/widget/bookings/netweaving/connect30

Pick up a copy of Drew’s book: https://amzn.to/40dsbyR

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Drew Deraney Mindset Mastery Coach (Life Coach with a Twist)

Drew Deraney now travels the world both to Live and Virtual Events showing mostly men the steps needed to strengthen self-identity and self-worth, to overcome self-limiting beliefs, and to build confidence while being authentic, maintaining boundaries and to transcend people pleasing skills to become the person they are destined to be. Drew challenges them to reach deep inside and make a lasting impact.

In a 9-month span, Drew experienced a grueling divorce, job loss, his son’s suicidal ideations, and his father’s death which devastated Drew emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. It is a commonality for men to consider any challenge as a weakness as well as to show emotion and ask for help. While writing his book, Drew realized he was not the only man suffering in silence. With more clarity of purpose than ever, he began asking for help. Drew Deraney’s mission is to help especially men, release their inner greatness by showing vulnerability, keeping in integrity of their power, and making a great impact on the people in their lives both personally and professionally.

Drew Deraney was born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ where he still lives to this day caring for his elderly mom and his 3 adult children Matthew, Nicholas, and Emma. Drew earned his B.A. in Psychology, M.A. in Applied Psychology, and two psychology research publications while at Fairfield University; a scholarship from the Healthcare Financial Management Association; and his M.B.A. in Health Care Administration from Baruch College / Mount Sinai School of Medicine in NY. His hospital career spanned 24 years where he was co-chair of the Leadership Institute, spoke at JD Power, was one of three leaders interviewed by The Commonwealth Fund, received his Communicating with Empathy Trainer certification and is a Certified Patient Experience Professional. Four years ago, Drew founded Profit Compassion LLC, an entity to coach and empower mostly men to create resiliency and authenticity as Chief Resilience Officer. Drew is the podcast host of ‘From Caving in to Crushing It’ and recently became a best-selling author with his book ‘I’ll Have What She’s Having’ - Memoir of a reformed People Pleaser.