Enlightened Leadership with Purpose, Self-Awareness, and Talent Optimization

In this episode, host Bernie Borges is joined by Matt Poepsel, PhD, a Marine veteran, accomplished corporate leader, and author of "Expand the Circle." Three key takeaways for leaders and professionals: 1️⃣ Enlightened Leadership Requires Rewiring Outdated leadership models don’t serve today’s fast-evolving world. Matt Poepsel, PhD, explained how drawing on mindfulness practices and looking beyond hierarchical thinking helps leaders find purpose and make a broader impact. 2️⃣ Self-Awareness is the Cornerstone of Growth Both Matt and Bernie highlighted the importance of self-awareness for leadership success. Only 10-15% of people are truly self-aware, so giving ourselves permission to look inward and accept feedback is crucial to becoming better leaders and teammates. 3️⃣ Talent Optimization Demands Integration Successful organizations blend business strategy and people practices. As Matt Poepsel, PhD, shared, optimizing talent isn’t just about performance. It’s also about engagement, well-being, and meaning at work. Main Takeaway: Lasting fulfillment and leadership impact come from cultivating self-awareness, embracing change, and expanding your sense of purpose beyond personal ambitions. How are you challenging outdated patterns in your career or leadership journey? Connect with Matt Poepsel, PhD  Website: https://www.mattpoepsel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattpoepsel/  Try the Employee Engagement Fund ROI Calculator. You’ll get a clear view of what turnover is really costing your business, and how much you could save by investing in employee engagement and retention strategies. Connect with Bernie Borges LinkedIn Instagram TikTok Website Get in touch with Bernie to explore: Hiring him as a keynote speaker at your next event. A tailored presentation or workshop on Fulfillment Centric Leadership™. Watch the Life Fulfilled Podcast on YouTube Music attribution: Old Bossa Twin Musicom Suno Text us your feedback on the podcast. Get the Weekly Fulfill weekly newsletter and never miss an episode!