310 - Win at home first! w/ author Cory Carlson

About the Guest(s): Corey Carlson is an accomplished executive coach, podcast host, and keynote speaker known for his expertise in leadership development and work-life balance strategies. He is the host of "Win at Home First" and the co-founder of the Rise community, an initiative aimed at supporting faith-driven men in integrating family and professional success. Corey is also the author of two influential books, "Win at Home First" and "Rise and Go," which delve into personal and professional growth through overcoming challenges and achieving success at work and home. Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of the People of Packaging Podcast, host Adam Peek welcomes guest Corey Carlson, who shares insights from his dynamic journey from corporate success to becoming a transformative executive coach and community builder. Adam and Corey discuss the interconnectedness of personal and professional life, emphasizing the importance of 'winning at home first' to achieve overall success. The conversation delves into Corey’s experiences as outlined in his books, "Win at Home First" and "Rise and Go." Through these works, Corey advocates for leaders to integrate family values into their professional lives, proposing that true effectiveness stems from a healthy personal life. Corey discusses practical strategies for improving relationships, including daily reflections on loved ones' positive traits and rising above challenges to grow personally and professionally. Both books offer strategies and insights that resonate across varying career levels, from machine operators to executive leaders, solidifying the significance of personal fulfillment in professional excellence. Key Takeaways: * Importance of Family Life: Successful professional life begins with maintaining healthy personal relationships; prioritizing family impacts leadership effectiveness. * Winning with Intentionality: To improve challenging relationships, practice daily reflections to focus on positive attributes of family members and colleagues. * Resilience and Leadership: Corey's second book, "Rise and Go," emphasizes resilience, encouraging leaders to rapidly recover from setbacks with actionable strategies for personal growth. * Community and Coaching Benefits: Corey underscores the value of coaching and community, providing support networks crucial for overcoming leadership loneliness. * Transformative Leadership: Effective leadership requires balancing corporate goals with personal fulfillment, offering holistic development opportunities at all career levels. Notable Quotes: * "What we focus on expands, and by writing down what you love about someone, you start seeing more of those traits in them." * "All leaders get knocked down; it's just the great leaders get back up quicker." * "The work wins don't offset the losses at home." * "Life can get lonely, even if you’re leading a company or operating a machine. Coaching helps reveal that you're not alone." * "Put your thoughts out in the world; you never know who might benefit or relate." Resources: * Corey Carlson on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile * Corey's Podcast: "Win at Home First" * Books by Corey Carlson: * Win at Home First on Amazon * Rise and Go on Amazon * The Rise Community: Learn more about joining this faith-integrated leadership community. * Adam Peek’s LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile Tune in to the full episode to uncover actionable insights on balancing personal and professional realms to elevate all areas of life. Stay connected for more inspiring discussions in future episodes of the People of Packaging Podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.packagingisawesome.com

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