Episode 30: Intentional Leadership and the Power of the Pause

Episode 30: Intentional Leadership and the Power of the Pause

From Growth Beyond Boundaries by Ad Astra Coach Alliance

January 24, 2026 · 59 min · Episode 30

About this episode

This episode encourages leaders to slow down and lead with intention by emphasizing the importance of reflection over resolutions.

As the new year begins, leaders often feel pressure to set goals and move quickly. In this episode, Andy Huckaba and Teresa Schwab invite leaders to slow down and lead with greater intention. They explore why reflection matters more than resolutions, how leaders drift without noticing, and why values—not just goals—must anchor leadership decisions. This conversation offers practical ways to create space, protect energy, and establish a clear North Star that guides leadership throughout the year. Referenced Episodes & Resources: Episode 23: Finding Your Compass: Values in Leadership and Life The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin Jonathan Fields’ Connection, Contribution, and Vitality framework Jonathan Fields "Success Scaffolding": https://www.goodlifeproject.com/podcast/success-scaffolding/ Warren Buffet exercise: Brainstorm 25 work goals that you have for the year. Circle the 5 most important ones. Ignore the others at all costs.End of year/beginning of year reflection: List 100 changes in the previous year. They could be big or small, or positive, negative or neutral. Don't judge them, just write them down. Episode 23: Finding Your Compass: Values in Leadership…

People in this episode

Hosts: Andy Huckaba, Teresa Schwab

Topics covered

  • leadership
  • reflection
  • values
  • intentionality

Keywords

  • North Star
  • energy protection
  • goal setting
  • leadership decisions

Mentioned in this episode

Products: The Four Tendencies, Success Scaffolding

Books & works: Finding Your Compass: Values in Leadership and Life, The Four Tendencies

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