From Burnout to Alignment: Michelle Scott on Leadership & Coaching

The Growth Strategy Smart Entrepreneurs Use to Scale Faster with Paul Cronin

In this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, our guest is Paul Cronin, executive coach, leadership advisor, facilitator, and business growth strategist who helps leaders, coaches, and organizations unlock greater impact through meaningful relationships, strategic partnerships, and authentic leadership. Drawing from his extensive experience working with professionals and businesses, Paul shares valuable insights on building a powerful network, creating sustainable growth without sacrificing personal connection, and overcoming the common challenges that come with scaling service-based businesses. We discuss the importance of relational depth, collaboration, joint ventures, leadership development, and how entrepreneurs can move beyond the limitations of trading time for money by building systems and partnerships that expand their reach and influence. Whether you're a coach, consultant, entrepreneur, or leader looking to grow your business while maintaining authenticity, this conversation delivers practical strategies and fresh perspectives on long-term success. You can find him on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-cronin-cs3/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-cronin-cs3/]https://www.cornerstone3inc.com/ [https://www.cornerstone3inc.com/]Email: paul.cronin@cornerstone3inc.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 coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

From Burnout to Alignment: Michelle Scott on Leadership & Coaching

In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Pedro sits down with executive coach and leadership transformation expert Michelle Scott to explore the hidden cost of success, burnout, and what it truly means to lead from alignment instead of constant hustle. Michelle shares her powerful “double burnout” story — first as a CPA in the corporate world and later as a stay-at-home mom — and how those experiences pushed her toward coaching, spiritual psychology, and helping high-performing leaders create sustainable success without sacrificing their peace and well-being. They dive deep into coaching business growth, leadership presence, pricing coaching services, overcoming fear around sales and outreach, and why true transformation starts with inner work. Michelle also explains the importance of coaching containers over hourly sessions, building authentic client relationships, and learning how to serve people without burning yourself out in the process. Connect with LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-scott-coaching/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-scott-coaching/] Website: https://michellescottcoaching.com/ [https://michellescottcoaching.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 coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

From English Teacher to Copywriting Mentor with Alison Godfrey

In this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, our guest is Alison Godfrey, a communication and copywriting professional whose career journey began in education, teaching English to non-native speakers before transitioning into the world of marketing, messaging, and business communication. Alison shares how her passion for helping people learn evolved into helping businesses and professionals communicate more effectively, build stronger connections, and create greater impact through the power of words. We explore the lessons she learned along the way, the skills that transfer across industries, and her insights on personal growth, entrepreneurship, and effective communication in today’s fast-changing world. You can find her on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisongodfrey/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisongodfrey/] 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 coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

From Corporate Leader to Transformational Coach with Enna Jimenez

In this episode of Success Leaves Clues Podcast, host Pedro sits down with Enna Jimenez, CEO of EJ Consulting Group, speaker, author, and leadership coach. Enna shares her journey from mentoring professionals in corporate America to building a purpose-driven coaching and consulting business focused on helping high-performing women lead with confidence, authenticity, and impact. She discusses the importance of personal branding, leadership development, credibility, and creating opportunities for others to succeed. The conversation also explores Enna's innovative Coaching Experience, a live event designed to connect people with coaches through real coaching sessions, making coaching more accessible and impactful. Enna offers valuable insights on scaling a coaching business, maintaining authenticity, setting healthy boundaries, and empowering leaders to embrace their unique voice. This episode is filled with practical advice and inspiration for coaches, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to grow their influence while staying true to who they are. Connect with LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ennajimenez/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ennajimenez/] Website: https://www.ennajimenez.com/ [https://www.ennajimenez.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 coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]

From Passion to Profitable Coaching: Hazel Russo’s 25-Year Journey

In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, host Pedro sits down with Hazel Russo, an EMCC-accredited executive coach, coaching supervisor, and creator of the Lumination coaching game. With more than 25 years of experience helping leaders and professionals create meaningful transformation, Hazel shares the remarkable journey that led her into coaching and the lessons she learned while building a thriving business. Hazel opens up about discovering coaching through personal development work, landing her first paying clients, and embracing the identity of being a coach. She discusses the challenges of marketing, networking, pricing, and growing a sustainable coaching practice, while sharing practical strategies that helped her attract opportunities and build a strong referral network. The conversation also explores the creation of Lumination, a unique coaching tool designed to spark insight, creativity, and powerful conversations. Hazel shares her perspective on finding your niche, increasing visibility, scaling a coaching business without burnout, and delivering transformational results for clients. Connect with LinkedIn: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hazelrusso/ [LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hazelrusso/] Website: Website: https://www.hazelrusso.com/ [Website: https://www.hazelrusso.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 coach looking to grow your business, you can find out more about Purple Circle at http://joinpurplecircle.com [https://joinpurplecircle.com/]