The Conscious Achiever

Ghada B Khalifeh
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We were taught somewhere along the way that the outside world holds our inner happiness. So, if fulfillment and peace aren’t from the next big project, the next promotion, or the bigger house, where is it? The conscious achiever podcast helps answer this question. The Conscious Achiever is a leadership and mindset podcast that reframes how we think about achievement. Inviting listeners to create conscious cultures in business, life, and the world, we explore how to live fully engaged, lead with integrity and authenticity, disrupt systems, push boundaries and own our unique leadership styles. Your host is Ghada Khalifeh.

  1. MAR 24

    How to Reclaim Your Calm When Your Nervous System is Hijacked (Solo)

    Do you ever find yourself reacting more intensely than needed? Perhaps you're constantly on edge, even when things are calm. A simple question from your team triggers annoyance. Your child's interruption during a work call makes you want to scream. You'd rather climb the stairs than make small talk in the elevator. If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you. Today, we're diving into the science behind feeling easily overwhelmed and triggered, understanding your energetic capacity, and—most importantly—discovering how to reclaim your inner calm. >Listen in to hear about. Understanding Overload Effect and Energetic CapacitySympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous SystemsEffects of Nervous System DysregulationPractical Techniques for Nervous System Regulation → Links. Ghada on LinkedinGhada on InstagramThe Conscious Achiever NewsletterEpisode on Website  → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    16 min

  2. FEB 27

    How to Lead with Authenticity with Aries Yeo

    What does it really mean to be authentic as a leader? Authenticity in leadership is often misunderstood—some see it as unwavering consistency, while others fear that being fully themselves could undermine their credibility. But what if authenticity is about adapting while staying true to your values? What if it about evolving with intention? Today, we’re diving deep into these questions with Aries Yeo, a former banking executive turned ICF-certified coach, specializing in helping women leaders rediscover their authentic selves and lead with clear intent. With expertise in performance coaching, NLP, Positive Intelligence, and Clean Language, she brings a powerful perspective on what it means to be authentic. ->Listen in to hear about. Authenticity: Introduction and Definition Aries perspective on the Concept of Conscious Achiever Fluid Authenticity and Evolving Values Adapting and Navigating Authenticity in Different situations Navigating the fear of showing authenticity  Actionable Practices for Developing Self-Awareness and Courage  → Links. Aries on LinkedinGhada on LinkedinThe Conscious Achiever NewsletterEpisode on Website → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    29 min

  3. FEB 10

    From Burnout to Alignment: A Framework for Values-Based Leadership with Marybeth Hyland

    What if leadership wasn't about pushing harder, but aligning deeper? What if it was about doing what feels aligned rather than doing more? Today's conversation will transform how you think about success, boundaries, and what it really means to lead with purpose. In this episode of The Conscious Achiever, we dive deep into the world of values-driven leadership with MaryBeth Hyland, a bestselling author, coach, and values expert. As a certified mediator and mindfulness instructor, she transforms workplace cultures through authentic facilitation and speaking. Her proven expertise in workplace stress management has been featured across major networks including ABC, CBS, and NBC. An award-winning leader, she's earned recognition including "Innovator of the Year" and "Top 100 Women." Her mission—giving people "full permission to be human"—aligns perfectly with conscious authentic leadership. When she’s not on stage, she can be found on horseback in the mountains of Idaho wrangling cattle on her quest to become a homesteading cowgirl! Whether you're struggling with workplace boundaries or seeking to align your leadership style with your core values, this conversation will be your turning point. ->Listen in to hear about. The struggle for external validation leading to burnout (Marybeth's storyHow Unsustainable Work Led to Mary Beth's Values Focus Importance of understanding and identifying core valuesDifferentiating between core values, just values, and aspirational valueNavigating the shadow side of values and their misapplicationCompeting values and how to harmonize them in leadershipCorporate culture’s role in values representation and accountabilityCreating and leading a values-driven workplace culture Creating a personal values filter for decision-making → Links. Permission to Be Human Book - https://sparkvisionnow.com/book/Core Values Quiz - https://corevaluesquiz.com/Marybeth on LinkedinMarybeth on InstagramMarybeth on YouTubeGhada on LinkedinThe Conscious Achiever NewsletterEpisode on Website → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    43 min

  4. 04/22/2024

    Self Awareness For Effective Leadership with Dr.Hatem Goucha

    Have you ever experienced a moment where your reaction to a situation left you pondering ?Perhaps you snapped at a coworker over a minor issue or found yourself unexpectedly moved by advertisement. These situations serve as clues, offering us to look within and ask, "What caused that reaction?This is the essence of self-awareness – the cornerstone of understanding our thoughts, emotions, and actions. In today's episode, Join me and Dr. Hatem Goucha as we explore layers of self-awareness and its impact on effective leadership.  Dr. Hatem is an executive coach specializing in resilient high performance teams, and  1-on-1 executive coaching. Hatem, with experience across cultures and industries, has effectively worked with C-suite executives in KSA and UAE, applying the Kintla approach to projects like Fugro-Suhaimi and NEOM Trojena. Before coaching, he spent 26 years at Bechtel, managing multibillion-dollar projects. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas, a Master's from UC Berkeley, and a Bachelor's from Michigan State University. Fluent in Arabic, French, Italian, and Spanish, he caters to the cultural training needs of multinational firms. → Listen in to hear about. Self-awareness in the workplaceBenefits of Developing and Maintaining a High Level of Self-AwarenessThe relationship between emotional intelligence and self-awarenessFactors that hinder self-awareness in leadershipWhat defines a  healthy feedbackStrategies or questions to begin cultivating self-awareness → Links. Hatem Goucha on LinkedinHatem Goucha Ghada on LinkedinThe Conscious Achiever NewsletterEpisode on Website  → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    30 min

  5. 01/15/2024

    Dear Perfectionists: This one's for you with Vassia Sarantopoulou

    Why do some people continue to push themselves to breaking point? Why do they feel exhausted and anxious, and constantly berate themselves for "not doing enough"? These are key signs of burnout and perfectionism. In this episode, I’m in conversation with expert Vassia Sarantopoulou about the internal, perfectionistic voice of and how it manifests in our personal and professional lives. According to Vassia, the goal is not to eradicate perfectionism. Instead, we need to distinguish between healthy and toxic perfectionism, understanding how it can fulfilling and sustainable. Vassia is the Founder, CEO, and Head Psychologist of AntiLoneliness, a company offering mental health services in The Netherlands and worldwide. Besides being a Trainer, Perfectionism Expert, and Mental Health Ambassador, she promotes inner peace, mental strength, and healthy relationships with others and ourselves. She is trained in (Group) Schema Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy, among other approaches (CBT, ACT, CFT), and she is a member of NIP (Dutch Institute for Psychologists), ICEEFT (International Center of Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy) and ISST (International Society of Schema Therapy). → Listen in to hear about. How perfectionism show up in our daily work and lifeCultural and societal factors contributing to perfectionism (Nurture+Nature)How perfectionism impacts our personal and professional livesWorkplace loneliness and people-pleasing tendencies Strategies to transition from toxic to healthy perfectionism How to become more conscious achievers  → Links. Vassia Sarantopoulou on LinkedinVassia SarantopoulouGhada on LinkedinThe Conscious Achiever NewsletterEpisode on Website  → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    36 min

  6. 08/14/2023

    How to navigate through saboteurs

    In this episode, we discuss how to navigate our saboteurs. This episode is part of a series on self-sabotage, which is designed to help with something we all struggle with: the inner judge that sabotages our progress. We cover why our saboteurs matter, questions to ask ourselves when we notice our saboteurs in action, strategies to recognize the judge and other saboteurs, and finally, strategies to help us move beyond them and make decisions from a compassionate place. → Listen in to hear about. Your saboteurs are here to make you safeQuestions to ask yourself about the saboteursRecognizing the red flags about saboteursNotice how your body feels when you have saboteur thoughts. → Links. Saboteur Quiz: https://www.positiveintelligence.com/assessments/Join the waitlist for 8 -week Mental Fitness programGhada on LinkedinGhada on InstagramLink to other Saboteur episodes The Conscious Achiever Newsletter → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    13 min

  7. 06/12/2023

    Emotional Regulation in the workplace with Dr. Hatem Goucha

    In today's fast-paced work environment, emotions can easily get the better of us, especially during times of uncertainty. In these moments, we may say or do things that we later regret. Many clients ask me how to regulate emotions in the workplace to avoid conflicts and create a more positive and productive work environment. To address this common question, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Hatem Goucha as our special guest. An esteemed expert in the field of emotional regulation and workplace resilience, Dr. Hatem will provide valuable insights and practical techniques to help us navigate the complex world of emotions at work. → Listen in to hear about. Dr. Hatem's inspiration for studying emotional regulation and resilienceThe distinction between emotional intelligence and emotional regulationHow emotional regulation promotes wellbeing and high performance in the workplaceHow resilience leads to humble leadersThe importance of resilience in leaders and how we measure it Common triggers for emotional reactions in the workplaceThree techniques to improve emotional regulation. → Links. Hatem Goucha on LinkedinHatem Goucha Ghada on LinkedinThe Conscious Achiever NewsletterEpisode on Website  → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    45 min

  8. 05/29/2023

    How empathy can be a superpower in the workplace with Leanne Butterworth

    When describing leadership superpowers, words like "influential," "fierce," "inspirational" and "powerful" might come to mind, but "empathetic" is often overlooked. However, leaders are starting to recognize the importance of understanding their employees' feelings and external issues that may impact their work. This requires a critical skill: empathy. In today's episode, we have a special guest, Leanne Butterworth, joining us to explore the super power of empathy in the workplace. Leanne will share insights and strategies on how empathy can be a valuable asset in the workplace, while also debunking some myths about it. → Listen in to hear about. Empathy model in the workplaceLeanne’s experiences that led her to the empathy workThe 3 types of healthy empathyMyths about empathyWays empathetic leadership unlocks employees' power and success : innovation, brand loyalty, Strengthen Relationships ....Empathy isn't just for our customersFramework to build more empathetic leadershipEmpathy in both receiving and giving seatsEmpathy , Compassion and Vulnerability → Links. Leanne's WebsiteLeanne on LinkedinWatch Leanne's TEDxQUT talk on Healthy Empathy.New Quiz - How Empathetic is your team?  https://www.empathyfirst.com.au/empathetic-teamsEmpathetic Leadership Worksheet - https://www.empathyfirst.com.au/empathy-and-leadershipGhada on LinkedinThe Conscious Achiever NewsletterEpisode on Website  → Resources Follow us on Social media Linkedin + Instagram Share the episode

    58 min
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We were taught somewhere along the way that the outside world holds our inner happiness. So, if fulfillment and peace aren’t from the next big project, the next promotion, or the bigger house, where is it? The conscious achiever podcast helps answer this question. The Conscious Achiever is a leadership and mindset podcast that reframes how we think about achievement. Inviting listeners to create conscious cultures in business, life, and the world, we explore how to live fully engaged, lead with integrity and authenticity, disrupt systems, push boundaries and own our unique leadership styles. Your host is Ghada Khalifeh.

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  • Creator
    Ghada B Khalifeh
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    22
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    Explicit
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    © 2025 The Conscious Achiever
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