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The Founders Catalyst Podcast
Join high-performance leadership experts Coach Lee Povey and Coach Steve Mellor as they dive into the challenges and triumphs faced by today’s founders, start-up executives, and high achievers.
Each episode features candid conversations, actionable insights, and real-world advice designed to help high achievers scale their businesses, develop resilient teams, and navigate the ever-changing entrepreneurial landscape.
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The 5 Emotional Mistakes Men Make in Relationships
I recently joined The Revolutionary Man Podcast for a powerful conversation about something many men struggle with but rarely talk about: emotions and relationships.
The Biggest Misconceptions About Being a Startup Founder
Being a founder is often romanticized with the bold visionary, the fast growth, the glory of building something from scratch. And while there are incredible highs, most people's perceptions of what it’s like are flat-out wrong.
Realizing Your Potential: My Conversation with the LifeBlood Podcast
I recently joined the LifeBlood Podcast to talk about something deeply personal and universal: realizing your potential.
IQ Gets You In the Room. EQ Gets You the Room.
IQ Gets You In the Room. EQ Gets You the Room.
Most people still think the smartest person in the room should lead.
They’re wrong.
Why Successful People Secretly Love Failing
I had the privilege of joining the Something For Everybody podcast recently to talk about one of my favorite topics: why failure is not the end of the story and often the very beginning.
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Why “I’m Sorry” Is One of the Most Powerful Leadership Skills
Apologies aren’t about weakness. They are about strength.
When leaders apologize sincerely, they demonstrate self-awareness, humility, and accountability. Those qualities don’t diminish authority—they strengthen it.
Dating With Autism & The Benefits of Mens Groups
I recently had the opportunity to join Harry Wilmington on his podcast Harry Dating Convos for a powerful conversation about men, relationships, and what it means to navigate the world with authenticity.
When I Travel, I Drop the Mask
There’s a quiet relief that washes over me every time I travel.
It’s not just about escaping the daily routine. It’s the deeper freedom that comes from not having to perform. The freedom to drop the mask I’ve learned to wear so well.
From Burnout to Real Leadership: Why Rescuing Your Team Might Be Holding Them Back
In my first career as a real estate entrepreneur, and later as a coach to elite athletes, I believed that the best way to support people was to roll up my sleeves and fix things.
I’m worried that being coached will make me soft….
I’m worried that being coached will make me soft….
I will lose my edge….
On a recent episode of Simon Sinek’s podcast, Steven Bartlett, successful entrepreneur and host of “Diary of a CEO,” was asked to share some of his most pivotal realizations.
Letting Go of the Hero Complex: Why Asking for Help Might Be the Strongest Thing You Do
What happens when you stop trying to be the hero and start learning how to ask for help?
That’s exactly what I explored in a recent episode of A Therapist’s Guide to Beyond the Hero Complex with Steve Bisson, LMHC—a powerful and deeply personal conversation I’m honored to share.
Re-reading Viktor Frankl's “Man’s Search for Meaning” every couple of years.
His story of life in a Nazi concentration camp and the effects it has on the inmate's psyche is both a reminder of the horrors that humans can be capable of and a remarkable lesson in leadership and our abilities to choose how we react, even in the most extreme environments. It’s also a great reminder to be grateful for all we have in life because it could be so much worse.
Here are my three key takeaways from Frankl’s work.
It's Time to Update the American Dream
I believe we have to turn inward and face the truth…
It's Time to Update the American Dream
The original American Dream was a powerful call to action.
✓ Work hard.
✓ Buy a home.
✓ Climb the ladder.
✓ Retire in comfort.
It was designed for a different era. A time of frontiers, factories, and predictable paths. And back then, it served a purpose. It gave people hope. It created structure. It built the world's most powerful economy.
From the Velodrome to the Boardroom: Lee Povey on DR Leadership Lounge
I recently had the opportunity to join the DR Leadership Lounge podcast to share my story—from coaching elite athletes to helping founders and executives lead with clarity, resilience, and impact.
Here's the hard lesson I learned about rescuing people...
Here's the hard lesson I learned about rescuing people...
In my first career as a real estate entrepreneur, and then as a coach to elite athletes, I believed the best way to support people was to step in and fix things.
The Inner Work of Leadership: A Conversation on the 'Becoming My Stronger Me' Podcast
I recently had the privilege of joining Nassim Ebrahimi on her podcast, Becoming My Stronger Me. It was one of those rare conversations where you walk away feeling more grounded, more seen, and more reflective about the path you're on.
Together, we explored a side of leadership that often goes unspoken—the inner side.
What It Means to Be Fulfilled as a Founder
Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough in the startup world: fulfillment.
Not funding rounds. Not flashy exits. Not the hustle porn headlines.
I mean the deeper stuff, the quiet, inner knowing that you’re living in alignment, doing work that matters, and becoming someone you actually like along the way.
Why Every High-Performing Leader Needs a Strong Inner Circle
As a founder or executive, you're accustomed to being in the spotlight. You set the vision, call the shots and shoulder immense responsibility…
Here's something I've learned from coaching hundreds of leaders: no matter how talented, driven, or visionary you are, you can't and shouldn't do it all alone.
The Hidden Cost of the Hustle: Why Success Isn’t What You Think It Is
I recently had the opportunity to share more about this on The Dad Nation Podcast with Mitchell Osmond. We discussed the parts of my story that don’t always make it onto the résumé—growing up with a narcissistic father, struggling for years with undiagnosed autism and dyslexia, and how these experiences shaped both my ambition and my blind spots.
Saying "no" can feel incredibly tough
For many of us, saying "no" can feel incredibly tough, especially for high-performing leaders and founders. As a coach, I’ve seen that mastering the art of a clear, respectful "no" might be one of the most impactful leadership skills you'll ever develop.
Inspired by Adam Grant’s recent episode on his ReThinking podcast, here’s how you can transform your approach to saying no…