Karen Falkler: Stronger Leaders with the PMCT Wellness Model

Karen Falkler, Founder and CEO of Falkler Advisory, is an internationally recognized executive coach, advisor, and keynote speaker. With a unique background blending executive development and physiology, she helps leaders and high performers worldwide accelerate growth, break through limitations, and engage in impactful conversations that drive meaningful change. Karen’s influence has earned her global recognition twice in under four years, and she continues to collaborate with leading experts across industries. As an Adjunct Professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, she equips graduate students with practical leadership and communication tools. Passionate about wellness as a cornerstone of leadership, Karen’s mission is to spark systemic change by starting with one leader at a time.In this episode, Leonard and Karen discuss:How physical therapy shaped her holistic approach to leadershipThe PMCT model (Physical, Mental, Communication, Time) for leadersThe impact of posture, movement, and habits on leadership presenceSpeaking at the Vatican and earning international recognitionThe role of communication, relationships, and resilience in successKey Takeaways:Physical wellness forms the foundation of leadership. When the body is strong and healthy, it fuels mindset, resilience, and presence.Communication and relationships are true markers of wellness. Even small acts of connection can reshape both professional and personal outcomes.Retirement should be seen as a continuation, not an end. Living fully requires financial security paired with physical vitality.Fear and hesitation can paralyze progress. Strength is discovered in facing challenges across work, health, and relationships.Leadership wellness is far from “soft.” Building strength, confidence, and resilience determines whether leaders merely survive or truly thrive.“If you are strong and secure, physically and financially, and you have the people. There's nothing you can't do. And when you are strong, and you have your health, you can do anything as long as there is breath, there is hope.”- Karen FalklerConnect with Karen Falkler:Website: https://falkleradvisory.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenfalkler/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/falkleradvisory/ Connect with Leonard Raskin:Website: https://www.raskinglobal.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonardraskin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaskinGlobal Email: [email protected]  Leonard’s BOOK: FiduciWho?: What a Real Fiduciary Will Tell You about How to Protect, Grow, Enjoy, and Transfer Your WealthShow notes by Podcastologist: Angelo Paul TagamaAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.