Betting on Yourself | Lon Stroschein, Founder & Elite Performance Coach, Normal 40

Chat with Lon Stroschein, Founder at Normal 40, as he reveals the catalyst behind his bold move out of an "ideal" career to seek something more. 

We learn of Lon's experience of feeling unfulfilled, the internal struggles he faced, and the crucial moments that led to him making a total 180. Hear about his creation of Normal 40, a community where new ventures are celebrated and refined. 

This episode delves into the nuances of recognizing dissatisfaction early, permitting oneself to explore new ventures, and garnering support from loved ones.

Normal 40

Normal 40: The Podcast

Lon's book, The Trade

 

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:18 Lon's Journey Begins

01:12 Reflecting on Success and Doubt

03:40 The Turning Point

06:45 The Decision to Bet on Oneself

09:24 Support from a Life Partner

18:15 The Birth of Normal 40

23:35 Purpose Behind The Trade (Book)

24:00 Connecting with Readers

25:43 The Power of Sharing Stories

28:37 Building a Supportive Community

33:21 Words of Wisdom for the Unfulfilled

34:09 Taking Action: APA Framework

36:23 Exploring New Possibilities

38:20 How to Connect and Engage

39:28 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

 

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Hello and welcome to the Needs Improvement Podcast, your regular deep dive into reimagining mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. I'm your host, Nicholas Whitaker, Certified Life Coach and Co-Founder of the Changing Work Collective. 

In every episode, we sit down with thought leaders in organizational health, as well as individuals who've navigated the complexities of mental health, well-being and belonging in the workplace. 

Our goal? To dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health and ignite meaningful dialogue. We aim to inspire employees, and leaders, to revolutionize the way performance is gauged in the workspace.