Episode 59

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29th Dec 2025

Identity First: Your Key to Greater Success in 2026

In this final episode of the year of Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level, host Nick Sellers addresses the common pitfalls that leaders face when setting new year goals and intentions.

He emphasizes that while good intentions are common, it is a shift in mindset that truly leads to changes in behaviour and outcomes.

Sellers outlines the five limiting mindsets that should be left behind as we move into 2026 and introduces five foundational mindsets to adopt for successful leadership.

The episode encourages leaders to focus on developing a sense of identity and commitment, consistent behavior, and accountability to achieve meaningful change in the new year.

Listeners are invited to reflect on who they need to become to achieve desired outcomes and to approach the new year with intentionality and purpose.

00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections

00:42 The Importance of Mindset

01:59 Mindsets to Leave Behind

03:26 Adopting New Mindsets

04:46 A Question for the New Year

05:57 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes

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Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level
Taking Leaders Beyond Limits, One Step at a Time
In Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level, we guide business leaders and entrepreneurs from overwhelm and “stuck” to new heights of success and achievement. Through insightful interviews, expert advice, and actionable strategies, this podcast is your go-to resource for breaking out of chaos and elevating your leadership. Whether you’re navigating tough decisions, managing fast growth, or striving for work-life balance, we help you unlock your potential and develop the mindset needed to excel. Join us as we share stories and insights from executive and business coaching, and learn how you can take your leadership to the next level.

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Nick Sellers

Even leaders need a helping hand to achieve their potential. I bring decades of corporate experience and a keen interest in people to my coaching and mentoring activities. And I really like to help those who want to grow and develop.
For more information, you can find me on LinkedIn and schedule a quick call.