Success Leaves Clues

Stop Trying to Be an Extrovert: A Masterclass in Quiet Leadership with Heidi Kasevich

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Pedro Stein sits down with Heidi Kasevich, PhD, the founder of Kase Leadership and former Director of Education for Susan Cain’s Quiet Revolution. Heidi discusses her journey from high school history teacher to a leading advocate for quiet leadership in both educational and corporate environments. She breaks down her signature "Strength-Stretch-Restore" method, designed to help introverts expand their influence by setting manageable "stretch goals" while prioritizing essential "restoration" time to prevent burnout. Whether you are an introverted leader looking to find your voice or an organization aiming to move from "extrovert-friendly" to truly introvert-inclusive, Heidi’s insights offer a practical roadmap for authentic growth.   You can find her on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-kasevich-ph-d-376766102/ https://www.kaseleadership.com/ Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2466506/support] You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues [https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues] If you are a career coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

Purpose vs Profit Is a Lie Here’s the Truth with Margaret Romney

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets our guest is Margaret Romney, a business strategist and coach known for helping purpose-driven professionals bridge the gap between meaningful work and sustainable profit. Margaret shares powerful insights on navigating the tension between impact and income, why so many heart-centered entrepreneurs struggle to scale, and how to build a business that aligns with both your values and financial goals without burning out. Whether you're early in your career or refining your path, this conversation dives into the mindset, strategy, and emotional intelligence required to thrive in today’s evolving professional landscape. You can find her on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretwattsromney [https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretwattsromney]https://www.instagram.com/margaretwattsromney/ [https://www.instagram.com/margaretwattsromney/]https://thespeakershiplab.com/ [https://thespeakershiplab.com/]You can find her book here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/speakership-is-leadership-margaret-watts-watts-romney/1144463891 [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/speakership-is-leadership-margaret-watts-watts-romney/1144463891]http://bookshop.org/p/books/speakership-is-leadership-a-guide-for-sudden-leaders-who-need-to-lead-with-their-words-yesterday-margaret-watts-romney/fc064f2a8b25c6f9 [http://bookshop.org/p/books/speakership-is-leadership-a-guide-for-sudden-leaders-who-need-to-lead-with-their-words-yesterday-margaret-watts-romney/fc064f2a8b25c6f9]https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPCYP497 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPCYP497] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2466506/support] You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues [https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues] If you are a career coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

Why Creatives Struggle With Sales (And How to Fix It) | Yaacov Steinberg

In this powerful and deeply relatable episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with sales coach Yaacov Steinberg to uncover the real reason why so many talented creatives struggle to sell—despite producing work their clients genuinely love. Yaacov opens up about his journey from being an introverted outsider growing up—navigating ADHD, sensitivity, and social challenges—to becoming a top-performing sales professional and trusted coach. Instead of relying on traditional “pushy” sales tactics, he developed a human-centered approach rooted in psychology, empathy, and genuine connection. This episode dives deep into the mindset shifts that changed everything for him—especially the powerful transition from focusing on perception to embracing perspective. Yaacov explains why most creatives fail at sales not because they lack skill, but because they’ve been taught outdated, transactional methods that don’t align with who they are. Connect with LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaacovsteinberg/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaacovsteinberg/] Website: https://calendly.com/yaacovsteinberg/call?month=2026-04 [https://calendly.com/yaacovsteinberg/call?month=2026-04] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2466506/support] You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues [https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues] If you are a career coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

From Debt to Wealth: How Mike Crofts Built a Financial Coaching Business

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with financial coach Mike Crofts, a former touring musician turned certified financial coach, to explore how he transformed personal debt struggles into a thriving coaching business focused on financial freedom, behavior change, and long-term wealth building. Mike shares how burnout during his music career led him into a deep financial collapse after the 2008 crash—and how that moment ultimately became the turning point that pushed him into the world of financial coaching. What started as learning how to get out of debt evolved into helping clients build sustainable wealth through intentional planning, mindset work, and disciplined investing. A major breakthrough in his marketing journey came from a single webinar that resonated strongly with his audience and became the primary source of early client acquisition. From there, Mike grew a coaching business that has helped clients eliminate millions in debt and transition into wealth-building strategies. Connect with LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-crofts-4167bb131/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-crofts-4167bb131/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneycoachmike/ [https://www.instagram.com/moneycoachmike/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2466506/support] You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues [https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues] If you are a career coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

The Hidden Skill That Transforms Your Career with Elizabeth Bachman

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets our guest is Elizabeth Bachman, a sought-after executive coach, strategic advisor, and expert in leadership communication who has helped countless professionals elevate their presence and influence; we explore how the way you speak can shape your career trajectory, why executive presence is often misunderstood, and how mastering communication can open doors to leadership opportunities, with practical insights on confidence, clarity, and commanding a room drawn from Elizabeth’s extensive experience working with senior leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations worldwide. You can find her on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethbachman/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethbachman/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2466506/support] You can also watch this podcast on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues [https://www.youtube.com/@thesuccessleavesclues] If you are a career coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]