In this episode of the 3Peak Master Leadership Experience, Mino Vlachos and co-founder Dr. Mazen Harb explore how CEOs and leaders can navigate chronic uncertainty without succumbing to burnout or anxiety. They discuss why uncertainty can trigger worry, negative thought loops, and stress, and how leaders can stay resilient while guiding their organizations through unpredictable times.

Key insights for managing uncertainty:

• Uncertainty is inevitable; resilience is the ability to sit with it without being overwhelmed.
• Anxiety arises when leaders try to control the uncontrollable—learning to let go is crucial.
• Break long-term uncertainty into manageable chunks: day, week, month, or quarter.
• Focus on what is predictable and within your control, then adapt to changing conditions.
• Leverage teams and co-founders to share responsibility and reduce the isolation of leadership.
• Maintain emotional regulation to make clear decisions and model stability for your organization.

0:00 - 0:59 Introduction 0:59 - 6:15 Managing Uncertainty and Anxiety 6:15 - 13:06 Navigating Chronic Uncertainty 13:06 - 18:40 Practical Strategies For Leaders

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery. We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

Chaos is inevitable — shifting markets, tariffs, technological disruptions, or geopolitical events can all throw organizations off balance. In this episode of the 3Peak Master Leadership Experience, Mino Vlachos and co-founder Dr. Mazen Harb explore how CEOs can navigate external chaos with clarity, resilience, and purpose.

They discuss why leaders get stuck—either clinging to outdated ways of working or becoming addicted to chronic uncertainty— and how to turn disruption into opportunity.

Key takeaways for leading through uncertainty include:

• Pausing and regulating emotional responses to maintain clarity.
• Recognizing cycles of change and knowing when to stop, realign, and move forward.
• Embracing discomfort and the unknown as essential to growth.
• Modeling calm, intentional leadership that cascades through your organization.

0:00 - 0:59 Introduction 0:59 - 5:00 Navigating External Chaos 5:00 - 7:55 The Role of Chaos in Order 7:55 - 15:20 Understanding Resistance to Change 15:20 - 21:13 Leadership In Times of Crisis

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery. We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

In this episode of the 3Peak Master Leadership Experience, co-founders Mino Vlachos and Dr. Mazen Harb dive into one of the most critical challenges for new CEOs: building confidence in the face of uncertainty. Drawing from years of experience coaching executive leaders, they explore why even talented leaders can second-guess themselves, struggle with imposter syndrome, or feel unprepared for the demands of the role.

Mino and Mazen break down practical strategies for cultivating confidence, including:

• Understanding your strengths—and acknowledging your blind spots
• Learning essential CEO skills while embracing the uncertainty of the role
• Managing mind chatter, fear, and self-doubt to stay grounded and focused
• Creating clarity around key responsibilities and expectations

Whether you’re a new CEO, an aspiring executive, or a leader navigating high-stakes challenges, this conversation offers insights on how to grow confidence through self-awareness, deliberate practice, and consistent action.

0:00 - 0:29 Introduction 0:29 - 5:29 Building Confidence As A CEO 5:29 - 10:13 The Important of Self-Awareness 10:13 - 15:10 Mindset and Confidence 15:10 - 16:05 Managing Uncertainty and Anxiety

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery. We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

Each human being is unique. That uniqueness adds to our collective strength. When we celebrate and include everyone's differences, we all benefit.

Unfortunately, many of our social and societal systems have been built to exclude and minimize the many of our populace. Particularly in the work place, acts ranging from microaggressions to overt aggression create a distinct feeling of "other-ness". Research has shown time and time again, that these in-group / out-group dynamics hurt productivity, morale and financial performance. And of course, they take a significant toll on the health, agency and well-being of the excluded person.

In this episode, we feature Chris D. Hooten, where we explore neurodivergence and gender-expansiveness. These two identities are often misunderstood and can bear the brunt of in-group / out-group discrimination.

Chris D. Hooten, M.A. (they/them) is an award-winning facilitator, speaker, writer, and accessibility coach helping workplaces elevate experiences for Neurodivergent and Gender-expansive leaders.

Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Facilitation Voice and Neuro-Mindfulness coach, Chris is a trusted advisor to government agencies, universities, non-profits, and businesses committed to meeting the needs of diverse stakeholders.

To learn more about their work, visit https://chrishootenconsulting.com

0:00-1:13 Introduction to Chris D. Hooten 1:13-8:24 Understanding Neurodivergence & Gender Expansiveness 8:24-17:18 Societal Stigmas & Personal Experiences 17:18-21:13 Challenges Faced By Neurodivergent Individuals In The Workplace 21:13-35:57 Barriers For Gender Expansive Individuals In Organizations 35:57-46:45 The Necessity of Inclusion and Accessibility 46:45-57:12 Bringing Intention To Interventions 57:12-1:03:30 Mindfulness & Meditation For Inclusive Leadership 1:03:30-1:15:23 Finding Joy Amongst Challenges

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery.

We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

Our approach empowers leaders to master complex challenges and transform their companies to thrive now and in the future.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

Studies hows that the vast majority of Americans experience more stress after the Christmas and New Year's holidays. Why does time off make us more anxious and depressed?

In this episode we take a deep dive on the source of holiday stressors, their causes and ways to manage stress.

We then look at a comprehensive meta-analysis on the art and science of taking great breaks, vacations and holidays.

Whether small breaks during the workday, long weekends, vacations, or holidays such as Christmas and New Year's... this is the definitive episode for leaders looking to master the art of taking meaningful and restorative breaks.

0:00 - 5:01 Introduction To Taking Restorative Breaks 5:01 - 9:03 How To Process Stress 9:03 - 10:47 The Importance Of Taking Breaks 10:47 - 14:42 Holiday Stress And Expectations 14:42 - 18:37 Holidays Gifts And Consumerism 18:37 - 22:42 New Year's Resolutions And Expectations 22:42 - 26:37 Family Dynamics During Holidays 26:37 - 30:26 Coping With Family Conflict 30:26 - 32:23 Staying Connected With Family 32:23 - 37:20 Negative Coping Mechanisms 37:20 - 46:12 Positive Coping Mechanisms And Recovery Strategies 46:12 - 49:44 Key Principles For Recovery From Work 49:44 - 52:59 The Power Of Physical Activity For Recovery 52:59 - 56:54 Understanding The Recovery Paradox 56:54 - 01:02:09 Finding Motivation In Low Energy States 01:02:09 - 01:08:30 Digital Devices During Recovery 01:08:30 - 01:12:05 Influence Of Romantic Partners On Recovery 01:12:05 - 01:14:31 Effective Strategies For Workplace Recovery 01:14:31 - 01:24:43 Maximizing Vacation Benefits 01:24:43 - 01:30:25 A Guided Meditation For Gratitude

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery.

We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

Our approach empowers leaders to master complex challenges and transform their companies to thrive now and in the future.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

With the explosion of AI and LLMs like ChatGPT, we must reckon with a world where technology might outpace us.

Yet at this very moment in time, we are in a weird place where AI has all the promise in the world yet paradoxically cannot meet our basic needs.

Companies are rushing to implement something they don't understand. Employees are reacting out of fear and resisting change.

In this episode we feature AI Adoption expert Stephan Ledain, Founder of AdaptAI, a consulting company dedicated to helping companies capture opportunities in technology. We explore how to really think about the new wave of AI and how to drive implementation. https://youhavetoadapt.com/

0:00 - 2:03 Introduction To AI In Leadership 2:03 - 11:00 The Positive Aspects Of AI 11:00 - 14:49 AI's Role: Replacement Or Augmentation? 14:49 - 22:51 The Limitations And Misconceptions of AI 22:51 - 35:50 The Human Element In AI Adoption 35:50 - 44:51 Organizational Roadblocks To AI Implementation 44:51 - 51:24 Addressing Individual Fears Around AI 51:24 - 57:51 Ethical Considerations In AI 57:51 - 01:02:12 Practical Steps For AI Adoption 01:02:12 - 01:09:00 How AdaptAI Supports Organizations

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery.

We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

Our approach empowers leaders to master complex challenges and transform their companies to thrive now and in the future.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

How does a CEO lead their business through war and crisis?

In this episode featuring Maher Harb, CEO of Sept Winery, we explore how he leads his business during Lebanon's many crises and the current 2024 war.

Amidst devastation, Maher has built a high-performing team that focuses on quality, innovation and creativity. His leadership allows Sept Winery to leverage crisis to propel the success of his business forward.

In doing so, Maher's love for his heritage and strong vision make him a true ambassador for great leadership during the most difficult of challenges.

Key topics include:

• Strategies for personal resilience amidst crisis
• Leading a team during external chaos
• Receiving external support during conflicts
• The role of CEO leadership amidst a war

0:00 - 2:43 Introduction To Maher Harb & Sept Winery 2:43 - 4:30 The Vision For Sept Winery 4:30 - 7:31 CEO Mastery & Passion 7:31 - 13:27 CEO Coping With Crisis 13:27 - 17:36 CEO Building A High-Performing Team 17:36 - 23:29 CEO Empathy During Crisis 23:29 - 29:31 CEO Living Through War 29:31 - 35:24 CEOs Must Create Safe Spaces 35:24 - 41:12 The Gift Of Crisis 41:12 - 45:31 Why CEOs Choose 3Peak Coaching & Solutions 45:31 - 50:41 Advice For CEOs In Crisis 50:41 - 54:03 The Future Of Sept Winery

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery.

We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

Our approach empowers leaders to master complex challenges and transform their companies to thrive now and in the future.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

What makes some teams thrive while others struggle to get along?

In this podcast episode, we focus on transforming group dynamics to build a high-performing team.

We explore strategies to foster trust, clear communication, and alignment within groups, turning them into cohesive, motivated teams.

The discussion offers practical insights on managing diverse personalities and creating a culture that promotes collaboration, accountability, and sustainable success.

This episode is ideal for leaders aiming to elevate team effectiveness and drive positive outcomes.

Key topics include:

• Strategies for fostering collaboration and trust within teams
• How to identify and leverage individual strengths for collective success
• Techniques for improving communication and conflict resolution
• The role of leadership in guiding a team toward peak performance

Podcast transcript on 3peakcoaching.com

0:00-05:38 Introduction To Group Dynamics and Team Dynamics 05:38-10:52 The Power of Vulnerability in Group Bonding 10:52-17:40 The Pitfalls of Fear-Based Group Dynamics 17:40-26:49 Group Intelligence 26:49-34:01 Individual Needs Versus Group Dynamics 34:01-38:18 Balancing Autonomy and Group Dynamics 38:18-44:09 Emotions and Group Behavior 44:09-52:51 From Group To Team: Purpose and Roles 52:51-01:07:37 Learning and Reflection in Team Development

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a global, leadership-strategy consulting company. 3Peak creates the roadmap that aligns behaviours, relationships and Functional Human-Systems™ to achieve your business strategy.

Co-Founder Dr. Mazen R Harb holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, and did extensive research in Consciousness, Trauma and Physical, Emotional & Mental Health in various Institutes and Research Centers around Europe.

Co-Founder Krisana Locke is one of the most sought after therapists in the world, mastering diverse modalities and opening wellness centers in Istanbul, Santiago, New York and Berlin. Her approaches bridges transpersonal psychology, meditation, bioenergetics, family- and business-constellations and more.

Co-Founder Mino Vlachos has extensive experience advising Fortune 50 and FTSE 100 C-Suite Executives in leadership, strategy, team dynamics, and organizational change. Before coaching, Mino worked in finance, management consulting, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A).