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Voices in Leadership: Leaders who connect, inspire, and grow.Cycling Through Leadership Lessons with KirkDiscover the essence of authentic leadership with Kirk McCarley, a dynamic career and life coach who left behind a successful 35-year run in human resources to inspire others. Kirk's journey is a testament to the power of pursuing passions and realizing dreams, no matter the stage of life. From spinning classes to cycling adventures across Iowa and Georgia, Kirk's story is filled with invigorating pursuits and unexpected twists that underscore the beauty of stepping outside one's comfort zone. Alongside my own escapades as a triathlete, our discussion is enriched with humor and relatable incidents, offering a fresh perspective on...2025-07-1552 min
Good to be Alive ShowTelling Stories Through the Broadcast Booth of ESPN with Kirk McCarleyKirk grew up loving sports. So much so that he figured out how to calculate stats in his head by doing long division, etc… yeah, w/o a calculator. It made him understand the game. As a Production Assistant in the ESPN Broadcast booth for both college football and basketball, he has a very unique perspective on Executive Leadership Coaching. He also authored a book called, ‘Thoughts for my Kids, and Other People’s Kids.’Connect with Kirk here —> theseedsowercoach.com | kirkmccarleyauthor.comSend the Show a text...we'd love to connect with you!2025-06-271h 02
The Well 2 Lead Podcast"Triple Play: ESPN, Heart Surgery, and New Beginnings"In this episode of Well 2 Lead, host Bobby Davis sits down with Kirk McCarley, also known as "The Seed Sower Coach." Kirk is an executive, career, and life coach, a former HR leader, a statistician for ESPN, an author, and a spinning instructor. Together, they dive into Kirk's inspirational journey, from his career transition at 60 to his battle with a life-threatening cardiac event. Kirk shares his insights on leadership, faith, overcoming challenges, and how to live with purpose, no matter the stage of life. This conversation is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and practical advice for anyone looking to grow p...2025-06-1854 min
Finding Better PodcastEP 137 - Stuck? Move your feet! How to thrive (and find joy!) in today’s gig economy - Kirk McCarleyThe only thing in your way is you. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into real-life experiences with renowned executive and career coach, Kirk McCarley. Whether you're feeling stuck in your career, searching for your purpose, or just looking for inspiration to MOVE forward, this conversation is for you!
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The Mindful CEOMoney Ball and Mindfulness with Kirk McCarleyIn this episode of The Mindful CEO, Chris Angell sits down with executive coach and leadership sage Kirk McCarley to explore what happens when driven professionals trade burnout for inner alignment. Kirk shares the pivotal moment that moved him from the treadmill of performance to a deeper calling rooted in rest, reflection, and listening. Together, they unpack the myth of productivity and offer a countercultural framework for leaders who crave purpose over pressure. If you’ve ever felt the tension between ambition and soul, this conversation will leave you nourished and reoriented toward your truest work.
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Speaking With ConfidenceKirk McCarley: The ESPN Statistician Who Teaches Communication Through ListeningSend us a textWhat do a sports statistician, a leadership coach, and a master storyteller have in common? A powerful understanding of what truly makes communication effective.In this episode of Speaking With Confidence, I welcome Kirk McCarley, executive career coach, ESPN talent statistician, and self-proclaimed "wealthy man" (thanks to his relationships, not his bank account). Kirk shares how his behind-the-scenes role in live broadcasting taught him lessons that apply far beyond the sports world, especially about presence, preparation, and the power of listening.From stories of maraschino cherry theft to lessons...2025-05-1948 min
#12minconvosKirk McCarley: Celebrating Self: Confidence and Achieving Your Potential /Ep3827With more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments, Kirk has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation. As an executive and career coach, his focus is on desired customer outcomes, predicated upon the premise that the individual possesses their ingredients for success. The coach’s role is to ask the right questions to draw out those ingredients, help the client develop the recipe, and then serve as an accountability partner as the plan manifests. Enthusiastic while also contemplative; determined, yet relaxed; his passion as a...2025-04-2913 min
Life Her PodcastS5:E128 It’s Never Too Late to Chase Your Purpose | Life, Leadership & Faith w/ Kirk McCarley It’s NEVER too late to step into your purpose! In this episode of Life Her Podcast, I sit down with Kirk McCarley, also known as The Seed Sower Coach. With over 30 years in executive leadership, Kirk is proof that reinvention is possible at any stage of life. From coaching and helping others reach their full God-given potential to working behind the scenes at ESPN and leading Spinning classes, Kirk’s journey is a masterclass in personal growth, faith, and resilience.🌱 In This Episode, We Discuss:✅ How to discover your purpose—no matter your age✅ The difference between coaching and counselin...2025-03-0744 min
BECAUSE EVERYONE HAS A STORY "BEHAS"Reinvention - Embracing a New Chapter Later in Life - Kirk McCarley : 157Kirk McCarley's journey of resilience and transformation follows his post-heart bypass surgery efforts to redefine his life through fitness and coaching. Embracing challenges, he shares insights on personal growth, leadership, and the importance of connection across generations.Kirk, author of Thoughts for My Kids...and Other People's Kids, is a seasoned executive and passionate coach helping clients build confidence and reach their full potential. He holds multiple coaching and HR certifications, works as an ESPN Production Assistant, and leads group cycling classes. Married for 44 years, he and his wife, Cindy, live in Florida with their family and...2025-02-1831 min
Positive Leadership Academy – Inspires, Guides and TransformsFrom HR Executive to Career Coach: Kirk McCarley's Journey🎙️ Episode Summary:In this episode, we sit down with Kirk McCarley, a former human resources executive turned career coach, to explore the power of coaching in career transitions. Kirk shares his personal journey, the most common challenges his clients face—like feeling "stuck" and battling limiting beliefs—and why building trust is key to effective coaching. He also dives into his experience writing a book to guide professionals at crossroads and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the technical expertise that makes ESPN’s broadcasts seamless.
💡 Key Takeaways:✔️ Kirk transitioned from HR to career coaching after hiring a coa...2025-02-0520 min
Life-Changing ChallengersPlanting Seeds of Wisdom – Kirk McCarley’s Journey to Coaching and AuthorshipIn this episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus interviews Kirk McCarley, executive coach, author, and founder of The Seed Sower Coach. Kirk shares his fascinating journey from a career in human resources and sports broadcasting to becoming a life and career coach. He reflects on how pivotal life events, including a life-threatening health scare, shaped his outlook and inspired him to pursue a new purpose. Kirk’s story is a testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the power of taking action, no matter your age or circumstances.Kirk also discusses his recently published book, Thoughts for My Ki...2024-12-1749 min
Pre-Zero Sports TalkLeading with Emotional Intelligence in Sports and BusinessIn this episode of the Pre-Zero Sports Talk Podcast, host Sid Bensalah talks with Kirk McCarley, a leadership coach, and founder of The Seed Sower Coach with a fascinating background in corporate HR, executive coaching, and working as a statistician for ESPN. Kirk shares how emotional intelligence (EQ) is the key to effective leadership in sports and business.What You’ll Learn:How Kirk’s journey shaped his approach to leadership and EQ.Why listening is a critical skill for leaders and how to improve it.Balancing accountability and empathy in high-performance environments.Lessons from...2024-12-051h 04
Reignite ResilienceHarnessing Inner Courage and Leadership + Resilience with Kirk McCarley (part 2)Send us a textEver wondered how to uncover your unique "secret sauce" to tackle life's challenges? Join us in this thought-provoking conversation with the insightful coach Kirk McCarley, as he shares his wealth of experience in reigniting passion and resilience. With over three decades of coaching under his belt, Kirk enlightens us on the transformative power of forward-thinking and the art of asking the right questions. Personal anecdotes, like that of a bride managing her anxiety with humor, reveal the strength found in embracing and overcoming one's fears. This episode is not just about confronting anxiety...2024-11-1425 minReignite ResilienceTransforming Everyday Conversations + Resiliency with Kirk McCarley (Part 1)Send us a textEver wondered how a coaching mindset can redefine your day-to-day interactions? Meet Kirk McCarley, the seasoned executive and career coach who turned his wealth of HR experience into a passion for helping others navigate life's challenges. Join us as we chat with Kirk about his fascinating journey from the world of HR to becoming a beacon of resilience and inspiration. We uncover his vibrant life in Texas, sharing personal stories that illustrate the vital role of resilience in maintaining enthusiasm through life's busy schedules.Curiosity and connection take center stage as...2024-11-1126 min
The Power of Authority SpotlightEmpowering Others Through Leadership and Growth with Kirk McCarleyWith more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments, Kirk McCarley has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond client expectations. As an executive and career coach, he focuses on desired customer outcomes, predicated upon the premise that the individual possesses the ingredients for success. Kirk's passion as a coach is to guide clients toward celebrating self-confidence and reaching their full God-given potential.In this episode...Learn about Kirk's life through his professional and personal career as he dives into his book "Thoughts for...2024-10-0429 min
Vision Pros Live PodcastWhy do leaders hide from funding their vision? Featuring Kirk McCarleyWhy do leaders hide from funding their vision? Featuring Kirk McCarley2024-09-2901 min
Vision Pros Live PodcastWhere are you going with your vision? Featuring Kirk McCarleyWhere are you going with your vision? Featuring Kirk McCarley2024-09-2404 min
Vision Pros Live PodcastWhy do leaders hide from funding their vision? Featuring Kirk McCarleyWhy do leaders hide from funding their vision? Featuring Kirk McCarley2024-09-1102 min
Vision Pros Live PodcastTell me about your vision. Featuring Kirk McCarleyTell me about your vision. Featuring Kirk McCarley2024-09-0201 min
Vision Pros Live PodcastTips for early entrepreneurs. Featuring Kirk McCarleyTips for early entrepreneurs. Featuring Kirk McCarley2024-08-2802 min
Dear HR Diary - The Unfiltered Truth You Wish They Taught in Management School38. Building Strong Workplace Relationships and Navigating Challenges with Guest: Kirk McCarleySend us a textEpisode Overview: In this insightful episode of Dear HR Diary by Manage with Hart, host Dawn Hart is joined by Kirk McCarley, a seasoned Executive Career Development and Life Coach. Together, they explore the critical role of relationships in the workplace and how HR professionals can foster these connections to enhance organizational success.Key Discussion PointsThe Importance of Building Relationships in the Workplace:Kirk and Dawn discuss why strong relationships are foundational to a thriving workplace. They delve into how trust, communication, and collaboration...2024-08-1942 min
Life's Essential IngredientsSeason 4 Episode #10 Kirk McCarley is Sowing Seeds of Self-Confidence!Send us a textC4 Leaders – the ONLY nonprofit to utilize the pizza making process to create space for our companions to be seen, heard, and loved. We also write children’s books, host this podcast, and use the most amazing handmade, hand-tossed, sourdough pizza to bring out the best in each other. Please check out PIZZADAYS.ORG to support our important work. Season 4 Episode #10 Kirk McCarley is coming from Santa Rosa Beach, Florida (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find Kirk via his website theseedsowercoach.comAbout our guest: Wit...2024-08-0848 min
Duel the DayKirk McCarley & Duel the Dayhttps://theseedsowercoach.com/With more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments, The Seed Sower Coach has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation. Enthusiastic while also contemplative; determined, yet relaxed; his passion as a coach is to help clients celebrate self-confidence and achieve full God-given potential. A graduate of the University of North Texas, Kirk is a Certified and Accredited Professional Coach as well as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and SHRM-CP Certified. He also is a Production Assistant for both college fo...2024-04-2353 min
Walk In victoryResilience Unleashed: The Kirk McCarley InterviewResilience Unleashed: The Kirk McCarley InterviewEmbracing Resilience and Coaching ExcellenceIn this episode of the Walk in Victory podcast, host NaRon Tillman, alongside guest Kurt, explores the themes of resilience, effective coaching, and personal growth. Recording from Queens, New York, Tillman opens the discussion by sharing his experiences as a sports fan to metaphorically illustrate the concept of resilience. The episode dives deep into the intricacies of high-level coaching, highlighting how great coaches, like Phil Jackson and Pat Riley, develop systems and culture that lead to success. Kurt, who transitioned to a coaching...2024-04-1839 min
WV Uncommon PlaceLiving Your DreamsKirk McCarley is a well-respected executive career coach with a rich background from his tenure at the Disney corporation's ESPN, spanning over three decades. Kirk's perspective on transitioning careers in one's mid-50s is marked by a firm belief in the endless possibilities life can offer, regardless of one's age. This viewpoint was significantly shaped by his personal experience of shifting careers from human resources to life and career coaching in his mid to late 50s, fueled by a pivotal coaching experience in 2013. Kirk stands as a beacon of continual growth and exploration, encouraging those over 50 to consider different...2024-04-0437 min
The Simply Fit PodcastHow To Find The Answers Inside Of You: Kirk McCarleyIn the latest episode of the Simply Fit Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirk McCarley.Kirk is a life and career coach and a Production Assistant for major college sports for ESPN.Kirk believes that we all have the ingredients for success within us, and in the work that he does, he guides his clients on how they can find these ingredients and create the life that they truly want. In this episode, you can expect to learn…What are the right questions to ask if you want a different outcome in your lif...2023-12-3152 min
Actually, You Can31. Insights for living your best life with Kirk McCarleyLiving your best life is a concept that many of us strive for. It's about finding fulfilment, purpose, and joy in every aspect of our lives. But how do we achieve this? To gain some insights, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kirk McCarley, an executive and life coach, ESPN broadcaster, and spinning instructor. Kirk has found his own version of living his best life and has valuable lessons to share.By embracing challenges, finding our purpose, and connecting with others, we can create a life that is fulfilling and meaningful. As we move forward, let us...2023-10-2554 min
The Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – Kirk McCarley, The Seed Sower Coach on Seeking an Oasis for Mind & Soul, to Reassess, Recalibriate, and Refocus in Career & Life
Kirk McCarley, The Seed Sower Coach on Seeking an Oasis for Mind & Soul, to Reassess, Recalibriate, and Refocus in Career & Life
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With more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments, The Seed Sower Coach has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation. Enthusiastic while also contemplative; determined, yet relaxed; his passion as a coach is to help clients celebrate self-confidence and achieve full God-given potential. A graduate of the University of North Texas, Ki...2023-09-0138 min
Unleash The Champ Leadership Podcast91. All in 1 - ESPN, Sports Radio Statistician, Life Coach and being Spin Instructor w/ Kirk McCarleyWith more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments, The Seed Sower Coach has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation. Enthusiastic while also contemplative; determined, yet relaxed; his passion as a coach is to help clients celebrate self-confidence and achieve full God-given potential. A graduate of the University of North Texas, Kirk is a Certified and Accredited Professional Coach as well as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and SHRM-CP Certified. He also is a Production Assistant for both college football and basketball for ESPN an...2022-11-1431 min
The Sports Media PodcastEpisode 47: ESPN’s Burke Magnus on college sportsAndrew Marchand and John Ourand spend much of the pod peppering ESPN’s Burke Magnus, this week’s Big Get, with questions about the college sports landscape. Magnus discussed what happened during Big Ten media rights negotiations and how ESPN views upcoming Pac-12 and Big 12 negotiations. Magnus also discusses how ESPN plans to schedule SEC and ACC games next year and talks about the future of SEC Network and ACC Network. Pod topics include Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s latest venture, Amazon’s failure to get Big Ten or UEFA rights and CNN’s decision to...2022-08-241h 17
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 100 Celebrate self-confidence and Your God-given potentialKirk McCarley Certified Professional Coach as well as a Certified Professional in Human Resources, With more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments. The COACHING Seed Sower Coach has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation. His passion as a coach is to help clients celebrate self-confidence and achieve full God-given potential. theseedsowercoach.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pri2021-10-3024 min
Straight Talk No Sugar Added PodcastEp. 100 Celebrate self-confidence and Your God-given potentialKirk McCarley Certified Professional Coach as well as a Certified Professional in Human Resources, With more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments. The COACHING Seed Sower Coach has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation. His passion as a coach is to help clients celebrate self-confidence and achieve full God-given potential. theseedsowercoach.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/straight-talk-no-sugar-added-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pri2021-10-3024 min
Over 40 Fitness Hacks70: Final Thoughts by Kirk McCarleyIn this episode, Kirk finishes off our season with some of his best nuggets of wisdom. You can take these into your personal life, work-life or fitness life. Take them for what it's worth.2021-10-1214 minOver 40 Fitness Hacks68: Executive CoachingIn this episode, Kirk McCarley goes into one of his more common customers: High Power Executives. Part of their rituals that make them so successful is their morning routines.
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kirk@theseedsowercoach.com2021-10-0715 minOver 40 Fitness Hacks67: The Widowmaker StoryIn this episode, Kirk talks about his Widowmaker Story involving some heart issues. A very powerful story of overcoming adversity in our lives and moving forward. Never take anything for granted people.
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kirk@theseedsowercoach.com2021-10-0512 minOver 40 Fitness Hacks66: The Seed Sower CoachIn this season I have with me, Kirk McCarley from The Seed Sower Coach. Kirk is a Career and Life coach and has a lifetime of knowledge to bestow on to our listeners. This episode is a brief overview of Kirk's career.
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The Intentional Encourager PodcastEpisode 164 with the Seed Sower Coach Kirk McCarley The Seed Sower Coach Kirk McCarley joins this episode and talks about:
Doing remote broadcasts with ESPN, behind the scenes of a broadcast and knowing what you can and can't do during a broadcast.
The genesis of the Seed Sower Coaching program.
Knowing how to ask good questions.
Having the ability to read a situation.
Seeing enough of himself to be inspirational.
Playing Pee Wee basketball and falling in love with stats.
The world going dark during an workout and an ensuing Triple-bypass surgery.
Getting better than he was before.
The richness of connections.
Looking at obstacles as a way to...2021-09-2147 min
Get Your FILL, Financial Independence and Long LifeReinvent Yourself at Any Age!In this episode of Get Your FILL, Financial Independence & Long Life podcast, Kirk McCarley shares the passions that fuel his life and how we can all find the seeds to success. It's never too late to reimagine your life and make a change for the better. If you don't believe me, ask Kirk McCarley, who at an age when many are deciding which shows to binge-watch on television, Kirk is rolling out Kirk 2.0, the newly revised and updated model - and you can do the same.
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Following a 35 y...2021-09-0645 min
Bleeding DaylightKirk McCarley - The Seed Sower CoachKirk McCarley has so far lead a fascinating life, with a number of careers, many of them at the same time. A major health event caused him to reassess his life direction and drew him into his current main vocation. Known as The Seed Sower Coach, Kirk has more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both the public and private sectors. He’s been married for over 40 years, has two children and two grandchildren.
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Remarkable People PodcastKirk McCarley | Finding Our Passion, Beating the Fear of Death and Depression, & Sowing Seed that Lasts | Episode 58Send us a textRemember when we were children we'd play for hours pretending we were someone else? A superhero, a famous actor/actress, a super sports figure or announcer. You know, someone or an ideal that we looked up to that saved the day or embodied what we wanted in life. As time passed over the years though, some of us found our own realty, personality, and vocation, while some of us today still want to know what to be when we grow up. In this remarkable episode of the podcast, watch or listen to see...2021-05-2550 min
Healthy Mindset App#8 Possibilities Kirk McCarley ESPN, Life & Career Coach Shares His StoryWelcome to the seventy-second episode of a long running show.Mike Hartman is a former Stanley Cup Champion and is talking to various people about their motivational and inspirational stories and how they developed the mindset of a champion.With more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments, The Seed Sower Coach has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation.Discover the limitless potential of The Healthy Mindset Application (App) with our exclusive Application Assess, Educate, Coach approach. Begin your journey of per...2021-04-1619 min
Thriving In MidlifeEpisode 36: Planting Seeds....Kirk McCarleyWith more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in both public and private sector environments, Kirk McCarley, The Seed Sower Coach, has a solid reputation for fostering individual growth and development beyond the client’s expectation. You will find him enthusiastic while also contemplative; determined, yet relaxed. His passion as a coach is to help clients celebrate self-confidence and achieve their full God-given potential. Kirk is a Certified Accredited Professional Coach as well as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and SHRM-CP certified. He also is a Production Assistant for both college football and basketball for ESPN and lea...2021-03-3151 min