This week on The Path, we welcome our first guest, Andy Hilger, former President of Allegis Group, for a candid conversation about beginning a journey on his own path, after a remarkable 25-year career. Andy shares profound insights on authentic leadership, the challenges of navigating post-corporate life, and the ongoing process of finding purpose and connection beyond the so-called "traditional metrics" of success. Strap in and get ready as the Andy, Stuart, and Chris go deep into the waters of uncertainty, what it means to stay grounded amidst life's complexities, and what they focus on in order live with intention.

Chris, Stuart, and Toby are back to check-in on their own paths, while diving into the concepts of honesty, and yes, boundaries! This one also takes an awesome turn, as Stu shares an inspiring glimpse at his deeply personal journey, and recent, flat out amazing moment he recently had. Tune in as the guys also discuss how being authentic and setting healthy boundaries can help someone reclaim their identity and be that crucial step towards living and leading on your true path.

On this episode, Chris, Stuart, and Toby dive deep into the concept of pivots in life and business. Tune in to hear about a recent pivot the guys had to make together, how we might best serve ourselves by approaching these moments when they arise, and what it means to have a "laugh life." All of that, plus plenty of real, raw, and relatable personal anecdotes about personal pivots you won't want to miss!

Welcome back to another episode of The Path, as we continue our focus on the core tenets of our Grounded Executive program! On this edition of the pod, Chris, Stuart, and Toby delve into the importance of self-understanding and emotional regulation for effective leadership. They explore how leaders can become more grounded by getting curious about their drivers, triggers, and patterns. Hear from the guys and their own experiences with utilizing practical strategies to build self-awareness and manage emotions.

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Chris, Toby, and Stuart are back! And on this edition of The Path, the guys are diving into the first core tenet of their "Grounded Executive" program: aligning purpose and values.

Tune in to find out why understanding and prioritizing your purpose and values is fundamental for a fulfilling life and effective leadership, even more so than "traditional" measures of success. Chris, Toby, and Stuart also share their own personal stories of when, how, and why they each decided to get their purpose and values in alignment.

In this episode, you'll learn how to reflect on personal growth, build deeper relationships, practice vulnerability in leadership, and challenge limiting beliefs for a better year ahead.



Timestamps:

[08:29] The team reflects on their year and new beginnings

[10:59] The importance of year-end reflections

[13:30] The value of patience and understanding in relationships

[15:52] Building resilience and personal growth

[17:27] Vulnerability and personal lessons

[20:09] The role of support in personal growth

[24:24] Relationship dynamics and self-awareness

[27:07] The importance of grounded moments in life

[30:55] Giving yourself grace in personal growth

[34:02] Gratitude and collaboration in business

[36:31] Reflection and gratitude in relationships

[45:03] Stuart shares the lessons he is still learning

[46:17] Chris shares personal and professional goals for next year

[50:05] The importance of being present daily

[52:20] The value of building community

[54:33] Overcoming imposter syndrome

[59:53] The importance of surrender and presence

[61:49] Advice for leaders on team reflection and connection

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In this episode, you’ll learn the challenges and rewards of fatherhood, insights into balancing work and family life and strategies for building strong relationships with your kids.

Timestamps:

[02:47] Chris and Stuart's reflections on fatherhood

[04:17] The importance of being intentional as a father

[06:01] Stuart’s childhood experiences with his parents

[07:17] Breaking generational patterns in parenting

[08:31] Toby’s journey to fatherhood and finding purpose

[09:35] Balancing work and intentional fatherhood

[11:02] Chris’ desire to have a genuine relationship with his kids

[13:07] The evolving relationship with older kids

[14:13] Stuart’s focus on communication with his daughters

[16:09] How to navigate sensitive topics with your daughters, as a father

[17:36] Leaning into parenting instead of outsourcing

[19:54] Importance of creating safe spaces for kids

[21:57] Addressing generational cycles in parenting

[23:37] Learning to be present in the moment

[25:32] Managing emotions and being a safe space for kids

[27:08] Preparing for children to leave home

[29:37] Shifting focus from control to trust

[30:45] Adjusting as adult children become independent

[32:31] Celebrating children’s independence

[33:22] Reflections on Stuart’s daughter’s job search

[35:22] Accepting children’s autonomy

[37:56] Embracing vulnerability and honesty as a dad

[39:12] Letting go of past grievances with parents

[41:08] Stuart’s appreciation for his father’s efforts

[43:37] Recognizing that our parents did their best

[44:46] The importance of forgiveness and empathy

[46:07] Focusing on relationship-building over control

[48:01] Advice to young fathers feeling overwhelmed

[49:50] Balancing career success with family life

[51:27] Why quality time matters most with kids

[53:16] How to show up for family while pursuing a career

[55:23] Intentionality in parenting decisions

[56:49] Avoiding distractions to be fully present

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In this episode, you'll learn how resilience and adaptability shape personal growth, why reframing challenges can help manage stress and how aligning actions with values can reduce burnout and improve life balance.

Timestamps:

[03:35] Introducing the concept of resilience and adaptability

[05:53] Importance of mindset in resilience

[07:14] How environment influences resilience

[08:48] Adapting in moments of adversity

[10:05] The role of mindset in handling change

[11:20] Building a program around groundedness

[12:33] Breaking down dimensions of resilience

[13:40] Emotional resilience challenges in the workplace

[15:02] Physical resilience and health’s impact on confidence

[16:27] The stress of building a new company

[17:55] Financial resilience as a key focus

[18:32] Coping mechanisms for overcoming obstacles

[20:05] Recognizing when resilience becomes negative

[21:47] Impact of a closed mindset on adaptability

[23:01] Difference between surviving and thriving

[24:12] How resilience affects personal relationships

[25:41] Signs you’re in the wrong environment

[26:55] Staying resilient in difficult situations

[28:03] Coping and recovering after setbacks

[29:30] Avoiding burnout with balanced resilience

[30:47] Why mindset shapes adaptability

[32:20] Handling overwhelming emotions

[33:45] Taking ownership of your resilience journey

[35:18] Identifying what holds you back from adapting

[36:29] How mindset helps you overcome setbacks

[37:56] Assessing emotional resilience over time

[39:12] The toll of internalizing stress

[40:33] Redefining success with resilience

[42:08] Balancing resilience with self-compassion

[43:26] Emotional recovery after personal challenges

[44:52] Financial stability and resilience

[45:39] Defining your own values in resilience

[46:55] Reframing adversity for growth

[48:21] Recognizing emotional triggers

[49:48] Why resilience is different for everyone

[51:04] Handling feedback without internalizing it

[52:35] Importance of curiosity in resilience

[53:51] Lessons learned from past setbacks

[55:23] Recognizing your limits in resilience

[56:48] When to step back and re-evaluate

[58:07] How emotional resilience affects relationships

[59:29] How to be resilient without burnout

[01:00:55] Recognizing manufactured stress

[01:02:12] Staying grounded through adversity

[01:03:26] Understanding personal limits in resilience

[01:04:48] Building resilience across life’s dimensions

[01:05:55] Why adaptability requires balance

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