In this inspiring episode of Panhandle Pulse, host Chuck Asbury sits down with leadership and life coach Kirk McCarley, widely known as The Seed Sower Coach in Florida’s Panhandle. With a rich background in HR, leadership development, ESPN sports broadcasting, authorship, and faith-based mentorship, Kirk shares his journey from the corporate world to coaching individuals to find purpose, clarity, and direction.
Kirk explains the origin of his “Seed Sower” brand, rooted in the biblical parable from Luke and his passion for cultivating growth in others. He talks about transitioning careers, earning advanced coaching certifications, helping young professionals and seasoned leaders, and what it means to “MOVE”—his word of the year for overcoming feeling stuck.
Together, Chuck and Kirk dive into:
🌱 How coaching differs from therapy
🌱 The importance of purpose-driven leadership
🌱 Advice for young professionals and transitioning career paths
🌱 The value of networking and taking action
🌱 Servant leadership, faith, and community impact
🌱 The biggest challenges facing the Florida Panhandle today
🌱 Books that inspire leadership, resilience, and perspective
🌱 How sports and broadcasting shaped Kirk's communication and coaching style
Kirk also shares practical wisdom on conflict resolution, decision-making, embracing change, and keeping perspective—especially as we head into the holiday season.
If you're looking for clarity, encouragement, or the next step in your personal or professional journey, this episode is full of seeds worth planting.
Connect with Kirk:
📘 Book: Thoughts for Kids and Other People’s Kids
🌐 Website: TheSeedSowerCoach.com
📱 Phone: 314-677-8779
Join the conversation: What’s the biggest issue you see in the Panhandle right now? Share your thoughts with Chuck on X at @ChuckAsburyII.
