The Founders Catalyst
Hosts Lee Povey and Steve Mellor are two high-performance coaches with a passion to position founders and business leaders to pursue the best version of themselves.
This podcast provides a support system for those operating in the high-stakes world of business ownership and leadership through honest and vulnerable conversations about the areas you deal with most.
Episodes
18 episodes
Episode 018: Why High Performers Burn Out and What to Do About It
What happens when two high-performance coaches admit they're not walking their own talk? This raw and revealing episode is an honest look into the burnout cycle that even the most disciplined leaders can fall into.Steve and Lee unpack ho...
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Episode 18
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37:23
Episode 017: The Art of Feedback: Leading with Truth, Timing, and Trust
In this real and relatable chat, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey get into one of the trickiest, but most important, parts of being a strong leader: giving feedback that actually helps people grow.They talk about how to share hard truths witho...
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Episode 17
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33:34
Episode 016: Do I Really Need a Coach? Breaking Through Resistance and Finding the Right Fit
About the EpisodeIn this raw and insightful conversation, hosts Steve Mellor and Lee Povey unpack the deeply personal and professional journey of understanding the true value of coaching. Whether you're a...
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Episode 16
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41:11
Episode 015: Consultant, Mentor, or Coach? Knowing What You Need
In this episode, Steve and Lee dive deep into the key differences between consultants, mentors, and coaches—three very distinct roles that often get confused. They explore when and why you might need each, how they can comple...
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Episode 15
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46:52
Episode 014: Unlocking a Fulfilling Life: The Nine Boxes Method
In this episode of The Founders Catalyst, hosts Steve Mellor and Lee Povey take on a seemingly massive topic - how to live a complete and fulfilling life by breaking it down into a simple yet powerful exercise: the Nin...
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Episode 14
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39:20
Episode 013: Leading with Coaching: How to Develop People, Drive Growth, and Build Better Teams
In this episode of Founders Catalyst, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey dive deep into the power of coaching as a leadership style. They explore why the best leaders take a coaching approach, how it fosters ownership and growth,...
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Episode 13
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37:56
Episode 012: The Resilient Founder’s Mindset with Michael Brandt
About the Guest:Michael Brandt is the co-founder & CEO of Ketone IQ, pioneering ketone-based energy products. An endurance athlete and marathon runner, his passion for biohacking led to a supplement used by elite athletes, milita...
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Episode 12
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57:38
Episode 011: The Role of Coaching in Personal and Team Growth
In this conversation, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey explore the evolving role of coaching in modern leadership. They discuss how coaching is essential for empowering team members, fostering a growth mindset, and adapting leadership st...
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Episode 11
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34:24
Episode 010: Leadership Lessons on Building Empowered Cultures
SummaryIn this milestone 10th episode, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey delve into the vital concept of culture within organizations. They explore the importance of defining culture, the shift from authoritarian leadership models to mor...
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Episode 10
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44:15
Episode 009: How Purpose and Persistence Shape Success
In this episode of Founders Catalyst, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey delve into the critical role of motivation in personal growth and entrepreneurship. They share insights from their own experiences of uncovering what truly drives them, h...
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Episode 9
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51:51
Episode 008: Balancing Financial Success and Emotional Fulfillment
In this episode of Founders Catalyst Podcast, hosts Steve Mellor and Lee Povey discuss the balance between financial success and emotional fulfillment. They share their personal journeys of leaving successful careers to pursue more mea...
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Episode 8
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48:45
Episode 007: The Evolving Leader: Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Personal Growth
In this episode of Founders Catalyst, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey delve into the intricacies of leadership and performance. They explore how leaders can evolve their styles, the importance of authenticity, and the necessity of unlearning old hab...
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Episode 7
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39:52
Episode 006: Embracing Process, Community, and Continuous Growth
In this conversation, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey explore the concept of high performance, emphasizing the importance of defining performance, focusing on processes rather than just outcomes, and overcoming fear of change. They disc...
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Episode 6
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39:52
Episode 005: Aligning Goals and Values for Growth and Fulfillment
In this episode, Steve Mellor and Lee challenge the traditional idea of work-life balance, suggesting it’s not always realistic or effective. Instead, they introduce the concept of work-life alignment, which focuses on understanding yo...
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Episode 5
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46:23
Episode 004: How Will They Cope Without Me?
In this conversation, Steve Mellor and Lee discuss the challenges leaders face when considering their absence from their teams. They explore the importance of empowering teams through motivation, the role of goal setting, and the need for trust...
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Episode 4
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40:58
Episode 003: - Achieving Success Without Sacrificing Well-being
In this episode, Steve and Lee discuss the importance of relaxation and taking breaks as leaders and founders. They emphasize the need for sustainability and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. They also explore the concept of success and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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33:01
Episode 002: The Transformative Power of Internal Work, Storytelling and Perspective
In this episode, Steve and Lee discuss the power of storytelling and the impact of limiting beliefs. They explore how our perspectives and stories shape our reality and how to shift from a story-based mindset to a more objective perspective. Th...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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37:14
Episode 001: The Power of Surrounding Yourself with High Achievers
The Founders Catalyst is a podcast that aims to create a space and a community where founders can come together, share their wins and struggles, and connect with other founders. The hosts, Steve Mellor and Lee Povey, share their experiences as ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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32:58