In this episode with host Meredith Bell, Townsend Wardlaw shares his journey from consulting to coaching, revealing the profound shift in how he works with clients. He discusses the unique fulfillment coaching brings, as it empowers individuals to uncover their own solutions and embrace new perspectives. Hear how transformative experiences with renowned coaches like Rich Litvin and Steve Hardison inspired Townsend to approach each client with curiosity and a beginner’s mind, fostering deeper, more impactful conversations.

Townsend dives into the concept of freedom in consciousness work, explaining how focusing on a client’s "being" rather than their "doing" can drive faster, more lasting changes. Through an inspiring story about working with a struggling sales team in India, Townsend demonstrates the power of shifting perception to unlock potential. Learn about the “glasses” we all wear that shape our view of the world—and how changing them can lead to the perception that life is effortless and fun.

You are sure to be moved by Townsend’s story about an area of judgment he had about his wife and what he learned about himself in the process. He shares insights on how self-awareness and acceptance play critical roles in navigating life’s challenges. Discover how examining legacy habits and shifting perspectives can deepen relationships, spark personal breakthroughs, and create meaningful change. Don't miss this enlightening conversation packed with actionable takeaways for your own growth.

About the Guest:

Townsend began his career journey at 27, rapidly from outbound cold-calling for a small, long-distance reseller to the role of vice president of a Fortune 500 technology company in under six years.

In 2002, he ventured into entrepreneurship, founding a sales consulting and outsourcing company, which grew to $3M in revenue. After closing the company in 2009, Townsend dedicated himself to serving founders on their journey to growth and exit.

He has coached 1,000s of leaders, and his efforts have generated over $1.5 billion in revenue and created more than $1 billion in generational wealth for their founders. What Townsend holds in the highest regard is his role in mobilizing over $7.5 Billion in capital and contributions towards social and environmental organizations.

Currently, Townsend serves as the trusted advisor to a select group of founders and the world’s top coaches. In his spare time, he leads The Coach’s Operating System, a community that serves coaches on their journey to master the business of coaching.

https://www.townsendwardlaw.com/ - Townsend’s website

https://www.thecoachsos.com/ - The Coaches Operating System

About the Host:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and serving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered Connector. One of her favorite ways of BEING in the world is to introduce people who can benefit from knowing each other.

https://growstrongleaders.com/

In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson sits down with Wayne Hoffman, one of the world’s top mentalists, an award-winning performer, keynote speaker, and author of Mind Candy. Wayne shares his captivating journey from a childhood fascination with magic to becoming a global entertainer and speaker, blending psychology, sociology, and illusion into a career that inspires and amazes audiences worldwide.

Wayne recounts the unforgettable story of his first encounter with Steve Hardison, which is featured in The Ultimate Coach book and reflects on how that moment opened doors to new opportunities and meaningful connections. He also dives into his powerful four-step process that anyone can use to achieve their goals, emphasizing the importance of clarity, action, and living with purpose.

Throughout the conversation, Wayne’s stories remind us of the magic all around us and within us. From traveling to over 90 countries to balancing his career and family life, Wayne inspires listeners to step out of their comfort zones, embrace the unknown, and take bold steps toward creating a life they truly love.

About the Guest:

Multi-award-winning performer and speaker Wayne Hoffman is recognized as one of the top mentalists in the world. He currently tours the world with his stage show, as well as his keynote speech, The Power and Potential of The Human Mind. He is also the author of the best-selling book, Mind Candy.

Wayne’s passion for the mysterious was sparked at a young age and led him to study the art of magic. Later, through extensive self-studies in sociology, psychology, and human behavior, Wayne was able to develop the foundation of the skills he uses today. He now travels the world performing and speaking at exclusive events, theaters, television, casinos, universities, and top corporations. Wayne’s presentations are high-energy experiences that involve body language, human behavior, and visual illusions that will make you question your senses.

Wayne is well known for presenting his keynote to the world’s brightest minds. His keynote teaches a process that acts as a catalyst for personal and professional growth. The unique presentation includes demonstrations of mentalism and illusion that help highlight his educational content and the unique insight he’s gathered during his time studying the human mind. Wayne’s keynote has led to his service as an in-demand life coach for some of the world’s highest net-worth leaders.

Wayne has been featured on America's Got Talent, The TODAY Show, The Discovery Network, Fool Us, The Ellen Degeneres Show, NatGeo, CNN Money, The Science Channel, Masters of Illusion, and countless radio shows in the US and Canada. Wayne has presented in front of thousands of audiences in some of the most elite venues across the world and has been personally hired by thought leaders like John Maxwell.

Following his success as an entertainer and speaker, Wayne leveraged his knowledge to launch Hoffman Entertainment Inc. This dynamic company serves the event industry by providing meeting & event planners with entertainment and production resources.

https://waynehoffman.com/

https://facebook.com/waynehoffman99

https://www.instagram.com/waynehoffman/

https://youtube.com/c/WayneHoffman

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A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation,...

What if the way you think about yourself and who you are—i.e., your Identity—is all made up? And what if calling something “impossible” is simply a reflection of a self-imposed limitation and not reality? Join host Meredith Bell as she explores the answers to these intriguing questions with guest Dr. Johannes Metzler.

Johannes shares how he works with clients to raise their awareness about their actual capabilities and what’s possible when they start releasing the limiting beliefs that have been holding them back. He describes one client’s journey to releasing the identity of being inconsistent.

You’ll find out how Johannes created his Document and why it’s an expression of his true essence. He explains how every line in it relates to every aspect of life, even flossing his teeth! This is an inspiring, thought-provoking episode that will open your eyes to the possibilities available to you right now.

About the Guest:

Dr. Johannes Metzler is an Executive Coach from Berlin, Germany. He has a PhD in economics, with a business background as a strategy consultant, an executive and a founder. Today, Johannes works with entrepreneurs and executives to help them thrive and create impossible futures in all areas of their lives while enjoying the ride. He’s married to his wonderful wife, Anna, and two amazing kids, Kaspar and Marlene.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannesmetzler/

https://linktr.ee/johannesmetzler

Book From Stress to Success on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4GFzIzg

About the Host:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and serving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered Connector. One of her favorite ways of BEING in the world is to introduce people who can benefit from knowing each other.

https://growstrongleaders.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmbell

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In this special 2024 year-end episode, co-hosts of The Ultimate Coach Podcast Meredith Bell and Ipek Williamson come together to close the year by looking back at the wisdom and inspiration shared on the podcast throughout the past year. This special conversation offers a unique twist as they take turns "interviewing" each other, sharing personal insights, and celebrating the transformative power of the guests, books, and themes that have shaped their journeys.

Ipek and Meredith discuss the significance of their word choices for 2025—Awareness and Creating—and how these reflect their personal growth and aspirations. They also highlight the most impactful lessons from guests, touching on themes such as noticing, acknowledging, and creating possibilities for others. Together, they explore the ripple effects of love, leadership, and intentional living, drawing from their favorite conversations and books that have inspired them.

As they share their thoughts, Meredith and Ipek reflect on the transformational potential of listening, connection, and being intentional in relationships. This episode serves as an invitation to listeners to revisit episodes they may have missed and embrace the journey of self-discovery and growth.

Join Ipek and Meredith as they celebrate the year, honor the guests and the community, and step forward into 2025 with renewed inspiration and purpose.

About Meredith Bell:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and serving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered Connector. One of her favorite ways of BEING in the world is to introduce people who can benefit from knowing each other.

https://growstrongleaders.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmbell

About Ipek Williamson:

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.

ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com

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In this inspiring episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson welcomes the incredible vicki abadesco!, an internationally recognized leader in social-emotional learning and empathy-based education. As the co-founder of Soul Shoppe, a nonprofit focused on empowering young people and adults with essential life skills, vicki! shares how her personal journey has shaped her mission to create a more compassionate world.

vicki! opens up about her early life, how the challenges she faced became the foundation of her work, and her belief that our greatest wounds can become our greatest gifts. She introduces us to transformative tools like "The Cleanup" and "The Emotional Balloon," designed to help children and adults process emotions, repair relationships, and express their needs authentically. vicki! also shares her honor of being a fellow at the Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values at MIT, and how this experience continues to influence her work today.

This conversation will leave you inspired by the wisdom young people bring, the power of nurturing our inner child, and how empathy can truly transform relationships and communities. Don’t miss this heartwarming exploration of creating a kinder world, one child—and one moment of connection—at a time.

About the Guest:

vicki abadesco! Is a nonprofit leader and mentor who is renowned for her unwavering commitment to growth and lifelong learning. Through her organization, Soul Shoppe, she and her team have touched the hearts and minds of over one million elementary school students with their conflict resolution and peacemaking curriculum. vicki! has created a lasting impact, nurturing a generation of emotionally intelligent individuals who can build strong relationships and foster inclusive communities.

https://soulshoppe.org/

IG: @soulshoppers

https://www.facebook.com/SoulShoppe

About the Host:

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.

ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com

https://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson

https://ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ipekwilliamson/

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Sometimes we resort to “amateur psychology” when an area of our life isn’t going the way we’d like. It’s natural to ask WHY and look for answers that often lead to some version of “What’s wrong with me?” What if you could replace that thinking with a new system focused on actions that explore possibilities?

In this episode, host Meredith Bell discussed these ideas and many others from The Power of Systems with Trevor Timbeck, who co-authored the book with Steve Chandler. You’ll hear about Trevor’s experiences that led to the realization that everything in life can be viewed as a system. Trevor also shares the system he and Steve created for writing their book that made the process fun and energizing for both of them.

You’ll learn two simple questions to ask when evaluating a current system, and you may feel a sense of freedom in hearing how easy it is to start playing with a new one. Trevor has thought deeply about the power of systems, and his brilliance shines through in this conversation. Be prepared to take notes and listen to this episode more than once. There are many thought-provoking insights.

About the Guest:

Trevor is a coach and author who lives and plays at the intersection of Love, Language and Leadership. He's on a mission to transform the world of leadership from fear-based command and control to love-based inspire and enroll. Trevor spent the first forty years of his life getting a masters in righteousness and has committed the next forty years to a masters in workability. He loves to walk really slowly and listen to the Universe.

Website: www.trevortimbeck.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trevor.timbeck

About the Host:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and serving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered Connector. One of her favorite ways of BEING in the world is to introduce people who can benefit from knowing each other.

https://growstrongleaders.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmbell

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In this profound episode, Olga Campora shares her inspiring journey from growing up in communist Czechoslovakia to becoming a transformational coach dedicated to empowering men in the United States. She reflects on the influence of her mother’s unwavering support and the mentorship she received from a Czech yogi who opened her eyes to the limitless possibilities within her. Olga speaks passionately about her work with men, helping them confront hidden challenges and rediscover their purpose. Her unique approach emphasizes creating safe spaces where men can be vulnerable, allowing them to explore their deepest selves and reconnect with their authentic desires.

Olga also delves into her transformative “Be With” session with Steve Hardison, which she describes as a life-changing experience that deepened her understanding of unconditional love, self-forgiveness, and peace. She shares her commitment to serving as a compassionate guide for her clients, encouraging them to embrace their true selves and create lasting legacies. Through her story and coaching philosophy, Olga offers listeners invaluable wisdom on resilience, purpose, and the power of being. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of legacy, identity, and the courage to fully embody one’s potential.

About the Guest:

Olga Kovářová Campora, PhD., is the author of Saint Behind Enemy Lines, published by Deseret Book. Born and raised in the Czech Republic, she joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints while studying at T.G. Masaryk University in Brno, where she earned a Master’s Degree in physical education and a Ph.D. in education. Olga initially worked as an educator, yoga teacher, and lecturer before moving to the United States in the early 1990s. She was later invited to help establish the Czech language program at the Missionary Training Center in Provo, Utah, which is renowned for preparing missionaries of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through intensive language, cultural, and spiritual training.

Olga is married to Randy Campora, bass trombonist for the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and they have two sons. Their family is notably international, with one daughter-in-law from Sweden and another from Brazil, making their gatherings rich with cultural diversity. Together, they fluently speak four languages and are proficient in four others, totaling eight languages. Recently, Olga became a proud grandmother to her first grandson, Liam, born in May. Professionally.

Olga is the founder of LYTA ("Launch Your Third Act") and a transformation coach. She helps men eliminate physical fatigue, anxiety, and emotional emptiness to rediscover their purpose and create fulfilling lives. With her Ph.D. in Education and experience as a yoga therapist (E-RYT 500+) and Life Force Yoga Practitioner, Olga combines academic knowledge with practical wellness expertise. Her mission is to empower men to create enduring legacies that impact their families and the world for generations.

https://www.olgacampora.com/

https://www.facebook.com/olgacampora

https://www.instagram.com/olgacamporacoaching/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-campora-phd-23ab5340/

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A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation...

To celebrate the 100th episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, we knew that Eric Lofholm would be the perfect guest. And he was! Eric is the one who got The Being Movement started when he set up The Ultimate Coach Facebook group in late 2021, right after The Ultimate Coach book was published.

Eric kicks off the conversation with host Meredith Bell by sharing the origin story, which dates back to 2010. He then describes the 100s of resources, including this podcast, that are available for free to anyone who’s interested in shifting their way of being in the world. He talked about his vision for The Being Movement in the years to come, and the transformations he’s experienced in his own life and witnessed in the lives of others.

You’re invited to check out the website https://beingmovement.com/ and discover how you can get involved on the various social media platforms. You’ll see links to the podcast and the YouTube channel, where you can access valuable content for free.

About the Guest:

Eric Lofholm is a Master Sales Trainer who has taught his proven sales systems to thousands of professionals around the world. He is President and CEO of Eric Lofholm International, Inc., an organization he founded to professionally train people on the art and science of selling. Eric has been teaching people how to make more sales since 1999.

Eric began his career as a sales failure. At his first sales job he was put on quota probation after failing to meet the minimum quota two months in a row. It was at this point that Eric met his sales mentor.

After being professionally trained, Eric achieved his quota and eventually become the top producer at that company. Eric went on to become the top producer at 2 more companies prior to starting Eric Lofholm International.

Eric lives in Rocklin, California, with his wife and children.

About the Host:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and serving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered Connector. One of her favorite ways of BEING in the world is to introduce people who can benefit from knowing each other.

https://growstrongleaders.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmbell

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