IGNITING THE CEO WITHIN
The Igniting the CEO Within podcast, hosted by Quade Founder, Mark McFatridge, explores key insights and pivotal experiences of business leaders. In each episode, Mark leads guests in inspiring conversations, aiming to inspire and empower listeners on their journey of accelerated whole-person growth.

Welcome to “Igniting the CEO Within,” your go-to podcast for inspiring and insightful conversations with today’s business leaders. Hosted by connector and leader Mark McFatridge, this podcast is an extension of the Quade community, bringing together visionary CEOs and business owners from the Quade network and beyond to share their stories, insights, challenges, and triumphs in leadership. We’ll dive into impactful discussions about fostering professional and personal growth, the power of diversity, the benefits of a strong CEO peer group, and actionable advice to enhance your leadership.
In this episode of Igniting the CEO Within, host Mark McFatridge welcomes Paya Sample, Executive Coach and CEO of Peak Leaders Collective, to explore what truly sets effective leaders apart. Paya shares how self-awareness, self-trust, and the ability to navigate failure with resilience are foundational traits of strong leadership, along with the courage to practice wise vulnerability. She also discusses how her work at Peak Leaders Collective helps leaders build cultures of trust and belonging that drive both personal growth and organizational success.
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