Ever wonder why does he do that or why does she do that? We will provide you insight and practical tools to address the gap between who we ideally would like to be and who we are every day. By applying these tools you will begin to make your ideal real.
In this episode, Ryan Goulart welcomes H. Adam Holt and Derek Notman alongside Doug Lennick to explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, fatherhood, leadership, and intentional living. Together, they unpack the challenges modern dads face balancing ambition, family, and personal growth while building businesses, careers, and meaningful relationships. From loneliness and burnout to building…
In this episode, Ryan Goulart welcomes Saša Mirković entrepreneur, coach, and founder of Inspire Network to explore how surviving the siege of Sarajevo, embracing values-driven leadership, and creating tools like Tug Cards have shaped his life's mission: facilitating change and unlocking human potential. From wartime lessons on resilience and purpose to modern insights on team dynamics, Saša…
In this episode, Ryan Goulart sits down with Spenser Segal, CEO of Actifi, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming wealth management and what it means for the future of human-AI collaboration. Drawing from decades of experience at the forefront of technology revolutions from the internet to SaaS to cloud computing Spenser shares why he believes the rise of agentic AI represents the…
In this episode , Ryan Goulart welcomes Think2Perform CEO, author, and self-described "philosophizer" Doug Lennick to explore the timeless concepts from Doug's first book, Simple Genius (You) —and how the wisdom behind it still shapes leadership, happiness, and human connection today. Doug shares foundational philosophies that he developed as early as age four and has applied for nearly seven…
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real , host Ryan Goulart is joined by Kyle Sale, one of think2perform's newest fractional leaders, for a candid conversation about leadership, self-discovery, and the journey to becoming your ideal self—at work, at home, and in the world. From running a 60-person business in Austin at age 28 to coaching leaders through transformation, Kyle shares lessons on…
In this episode, Ryan Goulart welcomes executive coach, leadership expert, and Think2Perform Vice President Elena Beckius to explore one of the most crucial aspects of effective communication: giving and receiving feedback. With honesty, clarity, and compassion, Elena shares tools and experiences that illuminate how feedback when done well can create stronger relationships, unlock performance, and…
In this conversation, Ryan Goulart and Ray Kelly delve into the nuances of effective communication, emphasizing the importance of delivery over rightness. They explore the dynamics between the sender and receiver, the significance of storytelling, and frameworks for navigating difficult conversations. The discussion highlights the role of judgment in communication and decision-making, providing…
In this conversation, Keith discusses the concept of intentionality in creativity, emphasizing the importance of being responsive to the world around us. He explores personal transformation through creative processes, particularly in art and design education, where students learn to see and think differently. The dialogue also touches on the role of teaching, the significance of confidence and…
In this thought-provoking episode, Ryan Goulart welcomes psychologist, coach, and well-being researcher Zorana Ivcevic Pringle , Senior Research Scientist at Yale School of Medicine to explore the connection between emotional intelligence and creativity. Zorana also discusses how self-awareness, and values-based decision making shape personal and professional transformation. Drawing from her…
In this return episode after, Ryan Goulart welcomes back Think2Perform Founder and CEO Doug Lennick to dive deep into a timely and resonant conversation about the current State of Values around the world and how our behavior is shaped by them. Drawing on data from Think2Perform's global Values Exercise and the State of Values Report , Doug unpacks why we do what we do, how we form habits, and what…
