73. Breaking Free from Mediocrity: How to Design a Life of Purpose with Jake Kennington

In this episode of the Everyday Leader podcast, host Matt Herrington speaks with Jake Kennington, a former structural engineer turned professional coach. They explore Jake's journey from engineering to coaching, discussing the internal tensions many face between gratitude for their current situation and the desire for more. Jake shares insights on leadership, defining it as a journey from being a hero to becoming a guide for others. He emphasizes the importance of identity in leadership and personal development, and how his coaching framework helps individuals redefine success and align their actions with their values. The conversation concludes with a fresh perspective on success as the desire to keep playing the game of life.   Where to find Jake Kennington: • The Second Summit: https://storage.googleapis.com/msgsndr/pbQ9VgxJGov0TlKMKdm6/media/699367f154da045e285502ce.pdf • https://activelyhuman.com/ • www.linkedin.com/in/jakekennington   Chapters 00:00 From Engineer to Coach: A Personal Journey 06:50 Navigating Internal Tensions: Gratitude vs. Ambition 15:59 Defining Leadership: Heroes and Guides 22:02 The Coaching Experience: Helping Others Redefine Success 30:06 Identity Shift: The Key to Effective Leadership 34:54 Success Redefined: The Game of Life   The Everyday Leader Podcast is about authentic leadership – the solution to the world's challenges, pursued by everyday guys like us. Join us on this journey to grow as leaders in all areas of life! Subscribe to The Everyday Leader for more authentic leadership and business talks and tips! ➡️ Subscribe here: https://youtube.com/@TheEverdayLeader Connect with us: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.everyday.leader 🌐 Website: https://theeverydayleader.co   #TheEverydayLeader #EverydayLeader #AuthenticLeadership #LeadershipPodcast #BusinessPodcast #Leadership #BusinessLeadership #LeadershipTips #BusinessTips #GrowthMindset #SelfImprovement