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In this episode of the 3Peak Master Leadership Experience, co-founders Mino Vlachos and Dr. Mazen Harb dive into one of the most critical challenges for new CEOs: building confidence in the face of uncertainty. Drawing from years of experience coaching executive leaders, they explore why even talented leaders can second-guess themselves, struggle with imposter syndrome, or feel unprepared for the demands of the role.
Mino and Mazen break down practical strategies for cultivating confidence, including:
Understanding your strengths—and acknowledging your blind spots
Learning essential CEO skills while embracing the uncertainty of the role
Managing mind chatter, fear, and self-doubt to stay grounded and focused
Creating clarity around key responsibilities and expectations
Whether you’re a new CEO, an aspiring executive, or a leader navigating high-stakes challenges, this conversation offers insights on how to grow confidence through self-awareness, deliberate practice, and consistent action.
0:00 - 0:29 Introduction
0:29 - 5:29 Building Confidence As A CEO
5:29 - 10:13 The Important of Self-Awareness
10:13 - 15:10 Mindset and Confidence
15:10 - 16:05 Managing Uncertainty and Anxiety
3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery. We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.
We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:
Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
Transitions into Executive Leadership
Conflict Between Functional Departments
By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.
https://3peakcoaching.com/
In this episode of the 3Peak Master Leadership Experience, co-founders Mino Vlachos and Dr. Mazen Harb dive into one of the most critical challenges for new CEOs: building confidence in the face of uncertainty. Drawing from years of experience coaching executive leaders, they explore why even talented leaders can second-guess themselves, struggle with imposter syndrome, or feel unprepared for the demands of the role.
Mino and Mazen break down practical strategies for cultivating confidence, including:
Understanding your strengths—and acknowledging your blind spots
Learning essential CEO skills while embracing the uncertainty of the role
Managing mind chatter, fear, and self-doubt to stay grounded and focused
Creating clarity around key responsibilities and expectations
Whether you’re a new CEO, an aspiring executive, or a leader navigating high-stakes challenges, this conversation offers insights on how to grow confidence through self-awareness, deliberate practice, and consistent action.
0:00 - 0:29 Introduction
0:29 - 5:29 Building Confidence As A CEO
5:29 - 10:13 The Important of Self-Awareness
10:13 - 15:10 Mindset and Confidence
15:10 - 16:05 Managing Uncertainty and Anxiety
3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery. We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.
We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:
Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
Transitions into Executive Leadership
Conflict Between Functional Departments
By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.
https://3peakcoaching.com/
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