Know Yourself, Lead Better, Win More (with Darin Newbold)

What if becoming a better leader starts with knowing yourself?Many professionals believe the next breakthrough comes from learning another skill or strategy. But according to executive coach Darin Newbold, lasting success begins with understanding the hidden motivations, fears, and patterns that drive your decisions.In this episode of Thrive and Achieve, Dr. Matt Markel sits down with Darin Newbold, founder of Bold GPS and certified Enneagram and Purpose Factor coach, to explore how self-awareness helps leaders overcome invisible career ceilings, make better decisions under pressure, and align their work with their unique strengths.Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or looking for more fulfillment in your career, this conversation offers practical insights to help you lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.Chapters00:00 – Motivation, Fear & Why We Behave the Way We Do01:17 – Why Self-Awareness Is a Leadership Superpower03:30 – Why High Performers Hit Career Ceilings04:50 – Understanding the Enneagram08:25 – Purpose vs. Personality: Why Both Matter12:00 – When Your Career Doesn't Match Your Wiring15:30 – Recognizing Signs of Misalignment20:15 – A Real Executive Coaching Transformation29:45 – Darin's Journey to Bold GPS32:50 – The Personal Struggles That Changed Everything36:00 – Using Personality to Make Better Leadership Decisions40:15 – Why the Enneagram Stands Apart44:00 – Common Misconceptions About Personality Assessments