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When the "Old You" Can’t Lead the New Empire

Are You Ready to Cross Your Identity Threshold?
What if the version of you that built your success…is the exact identity that’s quietly capping your next level?
This week’s episodes of The Inner Empire dive into two invisible ceilings every leader eventually hits: the identity that no longer fits, and the illusion of control that drains your power. Together, Episodes 40 and 41 give you a roadmap for shedding outdated roles and stepping into a more grounded, surrendered, and effective way of leading.
🎭Episode 40: The Evolution of Identity
Who you were as the Hustler, the Fixer, or the Firefighter may have saved you early in your journey...but those same traits can quietly sabotage you as you grow. In this episode, Seth breaks down the concept of the Identity Threshold: the moment when the “old you” can’t take you where you’re going next. You’ll be guided to examine the identities that helped you survive, define the traits of your future self, and map the internal shift required to move from grinding…to genuinely leading.
🕊️Episode 41: Leadership Through Surrender
Real power isn’t found in tighter control...it’s found in knowing what to release. In this episode, Seth unpacks what true surrender looks like for high-achieving leaders. You’ll learn how to separate what you wish you could dictate from what you can actually influence, redirect your energy into higher-leverage actions, and cultivate trust, presence, and deep listening as core leadership tools. The result: less strain, more influence, and a more grounded version of you at the helm.
These episodes aren’t just about becoming more successful…they’re about becoming the kind of leader whose inner world can actually hold the next level of your outer results.
And remember...the real empire isn’t what you build…it’s who you become.
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