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April 10th, 2025

Leading Through Change: Ultimate Leadership Evolution

What happens when a sports media executive turns into a masterful career coach and sits down to talk about leadership? You get a powerful conversation on change, evolution, and Growth! This week, Mike welcomes Scott Doyne — a certified career coach who’s helped over 1,000 clients (from rising stars to seasoned execs) navigate career transitions, define their dreams, and lead with empathy.

Scott Doyne’s transition from sports media executive to a certified career coach underscores a critical life lesson: how to pivot gracefully. He leveraged his experiences and learnings from the world of sports—marked by fast-paced changes and high stakes—to guide others through significant career shifts.

🧰 The Workbench: My Key Takeaways From This Episode
1️⃣ Embrace Evolution: Understand that leadership and career patterns are in constant flux. Stay adaptable and be ready to pivot when necessary.
2️⃣ Value Coaching: Whether giving or receiving advice, coaching is a powerful catalyst for growth. It’s never too late, or too early to seek mentorship or offer it to someone in need.
3️⃣ Lead with Purpose: Leadership is an action, not a title. It grows out of your experiences and expands by pushing boundaries, both your own and those around you.
4️⃣ Seek Insights from Every Sphere: Diverse experiences, even those outside your industry, can enrich your leadership approach. Scott’s shift from sports media to career coaching is a testimony to this fact.

👉 Whether you’re at a crossroads, climbing the ladder, or leading a team, this episode is packed with takeaways to help you lead boldly and live with purpose.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction
01:06 – Introducing Scott Doyne
03:34 – Early 2000s Sports Media
07:52 – Transitioning to Career Coaching
12:28 – The Value of a Good Coach
17:27 – What to Look for in a Coach
20:24 – Loyalty in Coaching Relationships
22:46 – Key Leadership Characteristics
25:55 – Navigating Midlife Career Crisis
29:46 – Making Career Pivots
38:34 – Influential Role Models
42:25 – Leadership in Sports vs. Business
46:34 – Developing Culture from Coach to Player
49:04 – Final Thoughts
50:14 – Thanks for watching The Leadership Toolkit

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Mike Phillips Host of The Leadership Toolkit

Mike Phillips: Leadership Educator and host of The Leadership Toolkit podcast

Mike Phillips is a seasoned Leadership Consultant and Coach based in Colorado Springs, renowned for his contributions to leadership education, sales training, and motivational speaking. He hosts the definitive podcast for leadership education, The Leadership Toolkit. He hosts a dynamic website dedicated to empowering professionals through innovative educational content. With over 30 years in leadership and coaching, combined with two decades in sales and marketing, Mike brings a wealth of experience to his roles as an educator, podcast host, YouTuber, and coach. He has a proven track record of guiding individuals and teams to achieve exceptional business success.

Mike specializes in a broad range of disciplines including leadership, business management, facilities management, organization, public speaking, and call center operations. His expertise extends to sales training, marketing, and advertising, as well as negotiation and mediation. Through his podcast and various training programs, Mike shares actionable insights and strategies, making him a valuable resource for professionals striving to excel in their careers.

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