When Self-Awareness Becomes the Key to Business Growth with Nikki Brent Finnemore

In this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, our guest is Nikki Brent Finnemore, founder of Kintsugi and a former C-level executive who has held CMO, COO, and Chief People Officer roles before transitioning from consulting into executive coaching. Nikki shares how she discovered that even the best systems and strategies cannot create sustainable growth if leaders and teams are unable to change, develop, and evolve. We explore the difference between consulting and coaching, navigating high-stakes organizational change, developing self-awareness in leaders, and helping executives recognize the interpersonal dynamics that may be holding their businesses back. Nikki also explains the powerful meaning behind the Kintsugi philosophy—using challenges and “cracks” as opportunities to rebuild something stronger, more beautiful, and more profitable than before. Whether you're a founder, CEO, executive, coach, or business leader navigating a major transition, this conversation offers valuable insights into leadership, organizational transformation, resilience, and the human side of business growth.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkibrentfinnemore/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesYou can also watch Success Leaves Clues Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavescluesEnjoying the podcast? Subscribe to Success Leaves Clues Podcast for more conversations with successful coaches, business leaders, and entrepreneurs sharing practical strategies, real experiences, and valuable insights.