The Humility Advantage
The Humility Advantage
Less Ego - More Impact
What if the secret to stronger leadership, deeper influence, and lasting peace wasn’t more confidence—but more humility?
Hosted by J. Alexander—former Marine, healthcare executive, and leadership coach—The Humility Advantage dives beneath the surface of success to explore what truly drives authentic leadership. Through real stories, neuroscience-backed insights, and unfiltered conversations with healthcare and business leaders, you’ll learn how to overcome imposter syndrome, master emotional intelligence, and lead with power that doesn’t depend on ego.
Each episode blends science, soul, and strategy to help you face the inner battles that hold you back and rediscover the strength that comes from humility. Whether you’re leading a team, a company, or just trying to lead yourself better, this show will challenge the way you think about greatness.
Because the world doesn’t need more impressive leaders—it needs more humble ones.
The Humility Advantage
The Cost of "Always Yes": Escaping the Pleaser Saboteur
If you struggle to say 'no,' often feel depleted, and silently resent those you help, you’re caught by the Pleaser Saboteur.
We dive into the science of this compulsion, exploring how the Anterior Cingulate Cortex links social rejection to literal pain, driving your addiction to external approval.
This episode provides the essential strategy: shifting from External Validation Mode to Internal Self-Worth Mode. Discover how to use the 5 Sage Powers—especially Navigate and Activate—to define and enforce your boundaries.
Learn how 10-second PQ Reps act as an internal self-validation tool, overriding the immediate impulse to accommodate and fostering true, authentic connection.