350: How to Gain an Executive Edge with Performance Science with Carla Fowler

In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, host Andrea interviews Dr. Carla Fowler, an MD, PhD, and elite executive coach. Dr. Fowler shares her journey from the medical field, where she spent nine years earning her MD and PhD, to becoming a leading executive coach. She delves into how her medical training taught her valuable lessons about performance, resilience, and decision-making, which she now uses to help top leaders achieve their goals. The discussion also touches upon the principles of performance science, the importance of mindset and physiological health, and strategies for overcoming resistance both internally and externally. Dr. Fowler's insights provide a unique perspective on how to integrate high-performance practices with a balanced, human-centered approach. 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Carla Fowler 00:50 Journey from Medicine to Coaching 03:19 Insights on Performance and Decision Making 10:10 Defining Performance Science 13:16 Wellness and High Performance 21:13 Balancing Humanity and Performance 25:31 The Feeling of Missing Something 26:11 The Concept of Agency 26:32 Making a Difference 26:53 Human Desire for Impact 27:55 Setting Objectives and Goals 28:30 Building Skills and Overcoming Challenges 30:13 The Importance of Purpose in Stress 33:46 Empowerment and Shaping the Future 38:11 Overcoming Resistance 41:53 Coaching for High Performance 46:24 Final Thoughts and Advice   Read the show notes here:   https://www.voiceofinfluence.net/350 Give and receive feedback that makes a difference! Register for our 20 minute Deep Impact Method video course here:  www.voiceofinfluence.net/deepimpact