1428: Leadership & Emotional Intelligence: How Men’s Groups and Mentorship Empower Founders with High-Performance Coach Lee Povey

From Olympic cycling coach to startup boardrooms, Lee Povey has transformed elite training principles into a masterclass on emotional intelligence and leadership. He knows firsthand what it takes to push for peak performance without falling into burnout or self-sabotage. Today, Lee works with high-achieving entrepreneurs, executives, and founders, helping them harness resilience, overcome blind spots, and build legacies rooted in both success and purpose.
In this episode, Lee shares powerful lessons from coaching champions on the track to guiding leaders in business. You’ll learn how to recognize hidden emotional traps, balance ambition with relationships, and break free from outdated myths about toughness and masculinity. Whether you’re leading a company, managing a team, or simply striving for personal growth, Lee’s insights will show you how to unlock sustainable, high-performance leadership.
Quotes:
“Elite performance isn’t about grinding harder—it’s about cultivating emotional intelligence and resilience.”
“Masculinity doesn’t mean suppressing emotions; it means having the courage to face them and lead with purpose.”
“Champions aren’t built on the track alone; they’re built by aligning passion, performance, and relationships.”
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