Nathan Hawken Coaching

We often find ourselves trying to battle things that seem external. As I was when I was at my lowest point and had that fateful day when I asked myself the question that changed everything for me. The external battles that I was fighting were: Working two jobs. Struggling to pay bills. Grinding harder for more sales. Diet of coffee and stress. Never enough time. Never enough money. That was me then, but i've heard variations of my story from the conversations I've had with clients, Even those who aren't battling paying bills or being in a position of seniority. These battles seem to be external, and at times, out of our control. But the lesson I learned from the experience of hitting my breaking moment, And one that continues to be my most powerful guide today. Is that real battle wasn't "out there." It's inside me. I was looking for external solutions to internal challenges. More sales skills. Better jobs. Higher income. Working harder. But everything changed when I realised what timeless wisdom shared across spiritual traditions and transformational teachers have taught for generations: The journey outward begins with the journey inward. In The Science of Getting Rich, Wallace D. Wattles captured this perfectly - "We spend our lives competing for resources when we should be creating from within. My breakthrough came when I stopped fighting external battles and started facing internal ones: - Not money, but my relationship with worth - Not time management, but energy alignment - Not business growth, but personal expansion - Not productivity, but purpose Here's what 11 years of coaching leaders has taught me: The size of your external success can never exceed your internal growth. What internal battle are you avoiding by fighting external ones? #leadership #personaldevelopment #transformation #breakthrough

There was a single question that I asked myself around 12 years ago that saved my life. It wasn't that my physical safety was at risk, or I had a dangerous accident that put my life on the line. But I was broken, mentally. I was unable to handle life, struggling to manage myself, working two jobs just to stay afloat financially, and trying to be the strong piller my wife needed me to be while she struggled with her own internal challenges. For most of my life up to that point, I had become an expert in pushing things down. Squashing my emotions by saying "Just gotta get on with things" All that stress, overwhelm, burnout, sadness, and tiredness would get pushed down and I'd just keep going. Until, of course, it couldn't stay down there any longer and it all came flooding to the surface to put me on my ass and break me in two. This was the time when I ended up in bed, under the covers, crying uncontrollably at 30 years old. This was when I asked the question. And I see it now as the question that saved my life. I wanted to create a video about this moment, as difficult as it is to talk about sometimes because I know you may be feeling the same way, or have been before. This video is about: - The breaking point that led to my biggest breakthrough - The unexpected voice that answered my darkest question - How a coffee sales rep found his true calling - The simple mindset shift that transformed everything Regardless of where you are now, or how senior your position is, if you're feeling trapped, overwhelmed, or wondering if there's more to life - this video is for you. You already have the answers you need, you just need to ask the right questions and then be willing to listen to the answer. Feel free to share your thoughts. #personaldevelopment #breakthrough #leadership #transformation #authenticity

I always love how the smallest shift can create the biggest transformation. I was having a conversation with David recently after he reached out for some help with his business. David and I met at a work conference where he told me about the new business he started earlier in the year. When he reached out to me he mentioned a few things that he was struggling with. He was: - Drowning in the day-to-day of his new business - Constantly chasing the next deal - Stressed about revenue uncertainty - Too busy for anything beyond work We spent a few hours talking and something interesting happened when I asked him a question about what he's passionate about. When I asked him "What do you love to do?", it took a while but eventually David came out with the answer "Writing." It had been years since he'd written anything for himself. The busyness of business had pushed his passion aside, but it's something that he really loves to do. I suggested that he start carving out a small window each week for writing, regardless of how much work he has to do. Nothing big - just time for him to reconnect with what lit him up. What was interesting was the impact this made on him. A small shift that was the difference that made all the difference. After doing this for a few weeks, his stress levels dropped significantly, the nagging sense of something missing began to fade in him, and he found himself more energised, even though his schedule was just as full. We can forget that transformation doesn't always require massive change. Sometimes, simply reconnecting with what truly lights you up - even in small doses - can shift everything. Putting aside your passions for your work is what breeds stress and overwhelm. It's what takes you off course and your true desires. What small step could you take this week to reconnect with something you love?

Aligning yourself with your true desires isn't complicated. Regardless of what position you're in, be it a senior leader in a company, the owner of a successful business, or a budding entrepreneur trying to get their company up and running. The challenge is when you've strayed from your own path to follow one dictated to you that you "must" follow. naturally this can lead to a feeling of emptiness when you "arrive" You may have everything you think you want, BUT there's still a lack of fulfilment that never goes away, Regardless of the money, the position, or the material perks you've achieved. If you actually want to get on your own path and truly align yourself with your desires, not those from other people, These questions will serve you well: 1. What are you most passionate about? • Listen for your instant response • Notice what makes you light up • Pay attention to what you could talk about endlessly 2. What fills you with natural energy? • Look for activities where you lose track of time • Focus on what pulls you forward (vs. pushing yourself) • Identify what feels effortless 3. If money and time weren't constraints, what would you do? • Notice your immediate "that's impossible" thoughts • Write down your first instinct before doubt kicks in • Pay attention to what scares you (in a good way) I ask my clients these questions because they make the unconscious, conscious. They bring to the surface your true desires and help to create a new path forward. Try answering these questions today and let me know what surprises you.

I had a colleague of mine in a senior position come up to me yesterday and say.. "I watched your video, it was good. Really made me think." I said to her "Good. That was my intention." The main reason I create content is for that very reason, I want to make YOU think. Think beyond today and about your future with a greater level of fulfilment Think bigger about what's possible for you And, gain a single insight that redefines your journey to where you are. The idea of "borrowed success" which I spoke about in yesterdays video, is one that resonates with many of my clients. What I've learned from coaching high-performing leaders: The most dangerous trap isn't failure - it's achieving someone else's version of success. When you stop to ask yourself "What am I passionate about, and what fills ME full of energy? The answers transform YOUR entire approach to business, and life. Freeing you from getting stuck on someone else's version of success. What would success look like if you designed it purely for yourself?

Success. The ever-elusive thing that we strive for. Regardless of how much you actually achieve, there can be a feeling of emptiness that comes when you have reached a certain goal or you have reached a level of "success" that you thought you wanted to reach. But this emptiness can come when you have been chasing someone else's version of success. You thought you were on the right path, doing what you thought would bring fulfilment into your life but you have been walking along someone else's this whole time. In my video here I'm talking about how to align yourself with YOUR success: Why copying others' success roadmaps can lead to unfulfillment 3 powerful questions to uncover YOUR authentic path How to identify what truly lights you up (and why most miss this) If you'd like to learn how to create a success roadmap that actually feels aligned with who you are, then enjoy the video. #leadership #authenticity #personaldevelopment

Been diving deep into some truth this week. Something often overlooked in leadership circles. The power of inner peace as your strategic advantage. After a decade of coaching high-performing leaders, I've learned a lot. One of the best things about working with my clients is the learnings that come from each session. A HUGE lesson I've learned is that the ones making the biggest impact aren't constantly chasing the next productivity hack or time management system. They've discovered something far more powerful. When you're making decisions that impact hundreds of lives, when quarterly targets loom large, when your calendar is packed with board meetings and strategic planning sessions - your greatest asset isn't another tool. It's your ability to remain centred amidst the chaos. Think about it: • How many reactive decisions have you made this week? • What if clarity was your default state? • What becomes possible when peace drives performance? If you're feeling the weight of: • High-stakes decision making • Team dynamics and growth challenges • The constant push for bigger results • Balancing vision with day-to-day demands I currently have 3 spots open in December for Impact Strategy Sessions. A 2-hour session to bring you - Clarity on the real roadblocks holding you back - Identify your unique leverage points for transformation - Develop a concrete action plan to elevate your impact and This isn't about meditation tips or stress management techniques. This is about transforming how you lead, decide, and create impact - starting with inner peace as your foundation. Comment "IMPACT" or DM me to explore how we can elevate your leadership through inner clarity. The breakthrough you're seeking might be closer than you think. #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveSuccess #TransformationalLeadership

"Inner peace gave me my voice back." - Daniel, Small Business Owner When Daniel first came to me, he was caught in a familiar leadership trap: Successful in business, but silent at home Growing his company, while shrinking his truth Making decisions for others, but not for himself The core issue wasn't just communication - it was inner turbulence blocking his authentic voice. Using the principles I shared yesterday, we discovered something powerful: His inability to speak up wasn't about lacking courage - it was about lacking inner peace. The breakthrough came when he realised: "What does it really matter what someone is going to think of what I say?" Within just two weeks of our work together: - Difficult conversations became growth opportunities - Problems transformed into "situations to handle" - His decision-making flowed from clarity, not fear Today, Daniel approaches both business and personal challenges with remarkable composure: "Even though things show up... I just ask: What's the situation here and how do we handle it?" When you find inner peace, your authentic voice naturally emerges. His transformation proves what I've learned over time: True leadership begins with leading yourself first from chaos to clarity. #LeadershipDevelopment #InnerPeace #AuthenticLeadership #PersonalGrowth #BusinessSuccess

The Peace-Centered Leadership Framework I use this with my clients to transform overwhelm into strategic clarity: 1. Ground in Nature (15-min daily minimum) • Start your day outdoors • No phone, no agenda • Just observe and breathe Why? Nature doesn't force growth - it flows. You'll tap into that same flow. 2. Prioritise Stillness • Choose your stillness anchor (meditation, walking, journaling) • Schedule it like a board meeting • Non-negotiable, same time daily Remember: These 20 minutes can replace hours of scattered strategic planning. 3. Reset Through Awareness • Notice when chaos builds • Step back before diving deeper • Ask: "Am I operating from peace or pressure?" This simple check-in prevents reactive decision-making. Try implementing just ONE of these steps today. Start small, but start now. Consistency over intensity. Remember that! What will you implement first? #LeadershipDevelopment #ProductivityHacks #ExecutiveSuccess #PersonalDevelopment

Here's a personal truth that transformed my understanding of leadership and how I show up. The greatest power doesn't come from controlling chaos - it comes from remaining unshaken by it. I remember years ago, I was constantly in reaction mode. Every crisis, every target, every high-stakes decision would create internal turbulence. Like many others, I thought this was just part of the game. "Leadership and sales ARE pressure, and this is what it takes." But something interesting happened over years of deep personal work. I wasn't consciously pursuing inner peace - I was just committed to growth and understanding myself better. But gradually, I noticed a profound shift and situations that would have stressed me out before, barely created a ripple. Here's what I've learned from both my journey and working with leaders: True inner peace isn't about avoiding chaos - it's about becoming so grounded that chaos loses its power over you. This wasn't an overnight transformation. It was years of: - Facing my triggers instead of avoiding them - Understanding my patterns of reaction - Building a deeper relationship with myself - Learning to trust my inner compass What was most surprising to me was when my inner peace grew, my external impact multiplied. Why? Because when you're no longer drained by emotional turbulence, you have so much more energy for strategic thinking and meaningful action. I see this pattern with my clients. The moment they shift from fighting chaos to cultivating inner peace, everything changes. Their decisions become sharper. Their presence becomes more powerful. Their impact becomes greater. This is why I now consider inner peace the ultimate target. It's not just about feeling better - it's about leading better. How much of your energy is currently spent on internal turbulence rather than strategic action? The path to inner peace isn't about adding more practices or techniques, grabbing some Harron pants and sitting in lotus pose going "Ooommmmmm" It's about returning to who you are beneath the chaos. It's about remembering your natural state of clarity and operating from there. What's your experience with finding peace amidst leadership pressure? I'd love to hear about your journey. #LeadershipDevelopment #InnerPeace #ExecutiveSuccess #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipJourney #TransformationalLeadership