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What happens when tragedy becomes the catalyst for transformation? Life coach Carla Smith's world changed forever when she lost both parents within five weeks of each other in 2023. Rather than letting grief consume her, she used this profound loss as the spark to finally pursue her true passion - helping others through coaching.

The conversation with host Robin Hayhurst takes us on Carla's remarkable journey from corporate finance to manufacturing leadership, where she discovered her natural talent for developing people. "I saw the gap where we hire people for certain roles and expect them to be leaders, but they've never been a leader in their life," Carla explains, revealing how this observation led her to begin coaching executives long before making it her profession.

We dive deep into the psychology of leadership, exploring the fascinating dynamic between narcissistic leaders and empathic team members. Carla offers a brilliant insight: "Narcissists are like little mice deep inside, but they have to look amazing on the outside." This powerful observation helps explain why some business owners create toxic environments despite their outward success.

Perhaps most valuable is the discussion about our relationship with ourselves. Both Carla and Robin share candid reflections on how self-limiting beliefs can sabotage our potential, and how breaking tasks into tiny steps can overcome even the most stubborn procrastination habits. The conversation shifts traditional thinking about work-life balance to the more practical concept of work-life harmony, where your professional and personal worlds blend naturally rather than compete.

Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or simply trying to live with more authenticity and purpose, this episode delivers profound wisdom wrapped in warm, accessible conversation. From networking strategies that actually work to the three keys for a more fulfilled life, you'll walk away with practical tools for immediate implementation.

Ready to transform how you relate to yourself and others? Listen now, and discover why sometimes our greatest challenges become our most powerful opportunities for growth.