Enlightened Leadership with Purpose, Self-Awareness, and Talent Optimization

In this episode, host Bernie Borges is joined by Matt Poepsel, PhD, a Marine veteran, accomplished corporate leader, and author of "Expand the Circle."Three key takeaways for leaders and professionals:1️⃣ Enlightened Leadership Requires RewiringOutdated leadership models don’t serve today’s fast-evolving world. Matt Poepsel, PhD, explained how drawing on mindfulness practices and looking beyond hierarchical thinking helps leaders find purpose and make a broader impact.2️⃣ Self-Awareness is the Cornerstone of GrowthBoth Matt and Bernie highlighted the importance of self-awareness for leadership success. Only 10-15% of people are truly self-aware, so giving ourselves permission to look inward and accept feedback is crucial to becoming better leaders and teammates.3️⃣ Talent Optimization Demands IntegrationSuccessful organizations blend business strategy and people practices. As Matt Poepsel, PhD, shared, optimizing talent isn’t just about performance. It’s also about engagement, well-being, and meaning at work.Main Takeaway:Lasting fulfillment and leadership impact come from cultivating self-awareness, embracing change, and expanding your sense of purpose beyond personal ambitions.How are you challenging outdated patterns in your career or leadership journey?Connect with Matt Poepsel, PhD Website: https://www.mattpoepsel.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattpoepsel/ Try the Employee Engagement Fund ROI Calculator. You’ll get a clear view of what turnover is really costing your business, and how much you could save by investing in employee engagement and retention strategies.Connect with Bernie BorgesLinkedInInstagramTikTokWebsiteGet in touch with Bernie to explore:Hiring him as a keynote speaker at your next event.A tailored presentation or workshop on Fulfillment Centric Leadership™.Watch the Life Fulfilled Podcast on YouTubeMusic attribution:Old Bossa Twin MusicomSunoText us your feedback on the podcast.Get the Weekly Fulfill weekly newsletter and never miss an episode! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.