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How Organizations Can Partner With Employees to Unlock the Power of Executive Coaching
The most successful organizations have figured out something their competitors haven't: executive coaching isn't just a perk for C-suite leaders: it's a strategic partnership that transforms entire teams. Instead of leaving professional development to chance, forward-thinking companies are actively partnering with employees to make executive coaching accessible, measurable, and transformational. Here's the reality we're seeing in Omaha and beyond: when organizations invest in

Mark Mathia
2 days ago5 min read


Unlock Your Leadership with Executive Coaching
Leadership is not just a title. It’s a journey. A journey filled with challenges, growth, and moments that define your legacy. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about how to elevate your leadership game, you’re in the right place. Executive coaching is the secret weapon many top leaders use to unlock their full potential. Let’s dive into how this powerful tool can transform your leadership style and impact. The Benefits of Leadership Coaching: Why It M

Mark Mathia
3 days ago4 min read


Are You Making These Common Leadership Burnout Mistakes? The Positive Psychology Solution Every Executive Needs
You're sitting in your corner office overlooking downtown Omaha, watching the sun set behind the Old Market, and you can't shake the feeling that something's got to give. Your team is exhausted. Your productivity numbers are slipping. And if you're honest, you're running on fumes yourself. Here's what I've seen working with hundreds of Omaha executives: the leadership mistakes causing burnout aren't what you think they are. They're not about working too hard or caring too muc

Mark Mathia
5 days ago5 min read


AI vs. Human Leadership: Why Your Executive Team Still Needs the Human Touch in 2025
The executive boardrooms across Omaha are buzzing with AI talk. From First National Bank to Union Pacific, leaders are asking the same question: "How much of my leadership role can AI actually handle?" Here's what the research tells us: while AI is revolutionizing how we work, it's not revolutionizing how we lead people. In fact, the most successful executives in 2025 are those who understand exactly where AI ends and human leadership begins. If you're wondering whether your

Mark Mathia
Oct 266 min read


Why Nebraska CEOs Are Ditching Impostor Syndrome (And How You Can Too)
Something remarkable is happening across Nebraska's boardrooms. From downtown Omaha to Lincoln's corporate corridors, CEOs are finally calling out the elephant in the room: impostor syndrome. And they're winning. As an executive leadership coach in Omaha , I've witnessed this transformation firsthand. Nebraska executives are embracing a new mindset, one that's revolutionizing how they lead their teams and drive results. The Nebraska CEO Awakening Recent workshops with Omaha b

Mark Mathia
Oct 233 min read


Are You Building Championship Teams or Just Managing Chaos? The Neuroscience-Based Truth
Here's a question that keeps most executives up at night: Are you actually building a championship team, or are you just managing chaos really well? The difference isn't what you think. It's not about talent, resources, or even strategy. The real difference lies in fundamental neuroscience principles that either activate peak performance or trigger survival mode in your team members. Most teams operate in what I call "controlled chaos": they get things done, hit deadlines, an

Mark Mathia
Oct 185 min read


How to Create Championship-Level Emotional Intelligence in Your Executive Team (Using Neuroscience + Strengths)
Your executive team makes decisions worth millions. They navigate complex stakeholder relationships, lead through uncertainty, and drive organizational transformation. Yet here's what most leaders miss: the single greatest predictor of their success isn't technical expertise or strategic thinking: it's emotional intelligence. Companies with emotionally intelligent leadership teams see 75% better promotion decisions, higher employee engagement, and measurably improved business

Mark Mathia
Oct 146 min read


Q4 Power Moves: How Coaching & Team Dynamics Can Set You Up for a Strong Year-End Finish
Here's the thing about Q4 that most leaders miss: while everyone else is either coasting to the finish line or panicking about missed...

Mark Mathia
Oct 25 min read


Stop Burning Out to Prove Your Worth: 7 Proven Coaching Insights for Effortless Executive Confidence
What if I told you that the exhausting cycle of proving your worth as an executive could end today? What if there was a way to lead with...

Mark Mathia
Sep 255 min read


Depth vs. Hustle: Why Smart Executives Are Going Deeper
Here's something I've been seeing more and more in leadership across the Midwest: the smartest executives are quietly stepping off the...

Mark Mathia
Sep 205 min read


Stop Wasting Energy on Leadership Drama: 5 Neuroscience Hacks for Effortless Executive Influence
Here's what I've learned after years of coaching Omaha executives: most leadership energy gets wasted on drama that could be completely...

Mark Mathia
Sep 164 min read


Celebrating Nebraska 2025 50 Over 50 Honorees: How Servant Leaders Build Thriving Communities
There's something profoundly moving about being recognized alongside extraordinary people who've dedicated their lives to serving others....

Mark Mathia
Sep 155 min read


My Manifesto: Coaching as a Holy Endeavor
There's something I need to tell you about the work we do together. Something that might sound unconventional, maybe even a little...

Mark Mathia
Sep 145 min read


How to Write Goals That Stick: The RPG Method for Executives
Most executives I work with have a graveyard of abandoned goals. They start strong in January, create detailed strategic plans, and by...

Mark Mathia
Sep 105 min read


Are You Thriving or Just Surviving? 5 Ways to Boost Your Leadership Healthspan as an Executive
Here's a question that's been keeping me up at night: Are you thriving in your leadership role, or are you just surviving another...

Mark Mathia
Sep 105 min read


Stop Wasting Time on Generic Leadership Training: Try These 7 Brain-Based Coaching Hacks
You've been there. Another all-day leadership seminar with generic worksheets, role-playing exercises that make everyone cringe, and...

Mark Mathia
Sep 85 min read
Executive Coaching Vs. Traditional Mentorship: Which Is Better For Your Leadership Legacy?
As an executive, you're constantly investing in your leadership development. But here's the question that keeps coming up in my coaching...

Mark Mathia
Sep 35 min read


What It Means to Be a Cornhusker During Football Season: Belonging, Belief, and Grit
There's something magical about autumn Saturdays in Lincoln, Nebraska. When 85,000 fans pack Memorial Stadium dressed in red, creating...

Mark Mathia
Aug 305 min read


The Strengths-Based Executive: Why CliftonStrengths Delivers 788% ROI for Leadership Teams
I'll be straight with you: that 788% ROI figure gets thrown around in leadership circles, but here's what I've actually seen in my work...

Mark Mathia
Aug 285 min read


What Makes Great Coaching? (Hint: It's Not Replacing an Emotional Support Dog)
Ever puzzled over why certain coaches act like master alchemists, turning your business hurdles into golden opportunities, while others...

Mark Mathia
Aug 272 min read
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