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The Executive and The Mystic

The Executive and The Mystic

by Fred LeFranc & Kristina Wiltsee

Management Self-Improvement

Season 1

Break Free from the Whirlwind | Welcome to The Executive & The Mystic

If you’re a leader overwhelmed by constant demands and tired of surface-level advice, this trailer is your starting point. The Executive & The Mystic helps you move from survival to clarity. Hosts Fred LeFranc and Kristina Wiltsee combine real-world operating wisdom with inner work to show how personal transformation fuels better decisions, healthier cultures, and durable results. Expect real stories, practical frameworks, and simple practices you can apply immediately—so you can break free from the whirlwind and lead from purpose. Subscribe and start leading from coherence. 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

The ABCs of Conscious Leadership: Alignment, Balance, Coherence

Feeling the constant whirlwind of demands? In this kickoff episode, hosts Fred LeFranc (the Executive) and Kristina Wiltsee (the Mystic) introduce a practical framework for leading without losing yourself: Alignment, Balance, and Coherence. You’ll learn how universal principles anchor your decisions, why balance is a daily practice (not a destination), and how coherence helps you act with courage and clarity—even in uncertainty. You’ll learn How to surface (and replace) limiting beliefs with higher principles Why great leadership holds paradox: performance and care, structure and freedom Practical ways to shorten the intensity/duration of reactive stress What “coherence” feels like in the body—and why it’s contagious to teams A simple path to turn insight into action this week Timestamps 00:00 Why this show & who it’s for 02:45 The ABCs: Alignment → Balance → Coherence 08:10 Principles vs. practices (and what actually sticks) 16:40 Leading through paradox 21:40 Coherence, courage, and resilient cultures 33:45 Invitation & how to connect Sponsor This episode is presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ____________________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

A Is for Alignment: Get the Right Altitude to Lead

Leadership isn’t just managing outcomes—it’s choosing a bigger story. In this episode, Fred LeFranc and Kristina Wiltsee unpack the “A” in their ABCs of conscious leadership: Alignment. You’ll learn how to rise above reactive narratives, replace limiting beliefs with higher principles, and translate personal alignment into organizational momentum and shared vision. You’ll learn Why “get the right altitude to have the right attitude” changes everything How to move from the Drama Triangle (victim/persecutor/rescuer) to agency Three guiding principles:The Universe Is Neutral As Above, So Below Shared Vision Practical ways to model alignment so culture follows (disagree & commit, kindness > niceness) How personal coherence in leaders becomes performance in teams Timestamps 00:00 Why alignment first (real-world leaders, real constraints) 02:30 Personal story vs. bigger story; altitude & attitude 06:40 Limiting → limitless beliefs; instant decision, practiced daily 14:25 The Universe Is Neutral (agency over judgment) 21:40 From personal alignment to shared vision and trust 29:45 Culture follows the leader; kindness, boundaries, accountability 35:10 Principles recap & invitation Sponsor This episode is presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ____________________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

B Is for Balance: Holding Paradox Without Losing Your Center

Balance isn’t stasis—it’s agility. In this episode, Kristina Wiltsee and Fred LeFranc explore the second pillar of the ABCs of leadership: Balance. Using Kristina’s real-world case study, they unpack the paradoxes leaders face—freedom vs. structure, scarcity vs. abundance, spirituality vs. material success—and how to hold both without collapsing into either extreme. You’ll learn Why balance is dynamic muscle, not a fixed destination How to spot when you’ve turned a preference into a rigid “rock” (and re-introduce possibility) The link between organization and freedom—structure that expands choice How to reframe money as energy (circulation > clutching) and lead from “more than enough” Practical ways to model balance at work (growth mindset, clear incentives, “disagree & commit”) Quotes “If alignment is the skeleton, balance is the muscle.” — Kristina “People who are organized are actually the freest.” — Fred Timestamps 00:00 Why balance now; retreat context 02:30 Alignment recap; balance as dynamic practice 06:40 Case study: freedom ↔ abundance without self-betrayal 14:25 Money as energy; opening to receive and give 21:40 Paradox at work: holding two truths without a winner 36:55 Growth mindset, incentives, and culture in motion 44:10 Next up: Coherence—where talk becomes action Sponsor This episode is presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ____________________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

C Is for Coherence: Leading with Courage, Calm, and Conviction

Coherence isn’t perfection—it’s congruence. In this final chapter of the ABCs of Leadership, Fred LeFranc and Kristina Wiltsee explore how coherence transforms alignment and balance into action. It’s where clarity meets conviction—when who you are, what you say, and what you do are in sync. Through powerful metaphors—from whitewater rapids to sailing and symphonies—they reveal how coherence turns chaos into flow, both inside yourself and within your team. You’ll learn how to cultivate physiological and emotional harmony, how to become the “tuning fork” that steadies your organization, and why coherence makes you magnetic as a leader. You’ll learn How to access calm and clarity even when the world feels chaotic Simple breathing and reflection practices to build emotional intelligence Why coherence improves decision-making, resilience, and team performance How personal congruence becomes organizational flow What to do when coherence shakes things up before it settles things down Timestamps 00:00 Intro & recap of the ABCs 02:00 What coherence really means 04:00 Heart–mind–gut alignment (the symphony within) 08:00 Meditation, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence 16:00 Leadership under pressure: courage & conviction 20:00 Creating team flow and group coherence 25:00 Measuring inner progress (frequency, duration, intensity) 33:00 When coherence brings change and clarity 35:00 Closing reflections & what’s next Sponsor This episode is presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ____________________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

The Four Agreements: A Gateway to Conscious Leadership

In this episode of The Executive & The Mystic, Fred LeFranc and Kristina Wiltsee unpack one of their favorite gateway books: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. Together, they explore how these simple yet powerful principles—Be Impeccable with Your Word, Don’t Take Things Personally, Don’t Make Assumptions, and Always Do Your Best—can reshape how leaders think, communicate, and create culture. More than a book discussion, this conversation bridges timeless wisdom and modern leadership. You’ll learn how to transform self-criticism into self-awareness, break free from limiting beliefs, and model integrity that ripples through your organization. You’ll learn What “impeccable with your word” means for your inner and outer dialogue How not taking things personally creates emotional freedom Why assumptions erode trust—and how to replace them with clarity How “doing your best” connects presence with performance How these four practices reduce stress, strengthen culture, and build coherence Timestamps 00:00 Introduction & why The Four Agreements matters now 02:00 Be Impeccable with Your Word—integrity inside and out 06:30 Don’t Take Things Personally—freedom from reaction 11:00 Don’t Make Assumptions—clarity through curiosity 16:00 Always Do Your Best—presence over perfection 20:00 The Four Agreements as a gateway to conscious leadership 23:00 Closing reflections & listener invitation Sponsor This episode is presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ____________________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

Worst, Better, Best: A Practical Practice for Facing Fear

In this episode of The Executive & The Mystic, Fred LeFranc introduces one of his most life-changing leadership practices: Worst, Better, Best—a simple yet powerful method for dissolving fear, breaking catastrophic thinking, and reclaiming agency. Together, Fred and Kristina walk through how leaders can safely explore their deepest fears, reframe emotional triggers, and move from victimhood to empowerment. You’ll learn why facing fear directly—rather than avoiding it—shortens suffering, increases clarity, and strengthens your ability to respond instead of react. You’ll learn: Why imagining the worst can actually eliminate fear How to move from “I can’t survive this” to “I can handle this” Why suffering is optional—even when pain isn’t How curiosity dissolves fear faster than avoidance How subconscious fear leads to self-sabotage (and how to stop the pattern) How shifting from victim → victor restores your power as a leader Why the universe is neutral—and what that means for responsibility Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:15 Why we jump to worst-case thinking 02:00 What “Worst, Better, Best” really is 03:00 Exploring the Worst: fear, survival, and truth 04:20 The Better: a realistic and livable alternative 05:25 The Best: expanding possibility without self-sabotage 08:00 Why curiosity dissolves emotional fear 10:00 Victim vs. Victor: reclaiming responsibility 12:00 Real-world coaching example 15:00 How this practice builds equanimity and emotional resilience 18:00 Closing reflections Connect: Send questions or stories to growth@theexecutiveandthemystic.com Sponsor: This episode is presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ____________________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

Finding the Right Altitude: Perspective, Presence, and Powerful Leadership

In this episode of The Executive & The Mystic, Fred LeFranc and Kristina Wiltsee introduce a powerful leadership framework built around altitude and perspective. Using the metaphor of flight, they walk through the different “altitudes” leaders move through—from grounded presence to transactional problem-solving, strategic reflection, integrative heart intelligence, and transcendent perspective. You’ll learn why leaders get stuck when they live at one altitude too long, how perspective changes everything, and how emotional intelligence, compassion, and clarity emerge as you rise—and land—intentionally. This episode blends leadership, neuroscience, mindfulness, and lived business experience into a practical map you can use every day. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why perspective (“altitude”) determines how problems feel and resolve The five key leadership altitudes and what each one is best for How the transactional mind creates burnout when it runs unchecked Why emotional intelligence requires an integrated heart How compassion, intuition, and strategy work together When transcendence becomes a gift—and when it becomes avoidance Why great leaders know how to land, not just rise Simple mantras and daily rituals to move between states with intention Timestamps 00:00 Introduction & leadership perspective 00:24 Altitude and attitude explained 01:06 Perspective shift through a business lens 02:18 0 ft — Grounded leadership 05:03 Grounding rituals and nervous system regulation 08:33 500 ft — Transactional leadership 12:16 Empowerment vs. victimhood 15:15 5,000 ft — Strategic leadership perspective 19:23 15,000 ft — Heart-centered leadership 29:07 35,000 ft — Transcendence and surrender 35:21 Learning to land as a leader 39:23 Final reflections & next steps Sponsor Presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

Victim, Victor, Vessel: Escaping the Drama Triangle

In this episode of The Executive & The Mystic, Fred LeFranc and Kristina Wiltsee dive deep into the Drama Triangle—the familiar yet often invisible cycle of victim, persecutor, and rescuer that plays out in our personal lives, leadership roles, and organizational cultures. Drawing from decades of lived experience, coaching, and psychological frameworks, they explore how people get trapped in victimhood, why the drama triangle is so addictive, and how leaders unknowingly reinforce these dynamics at work and at home. This episode is an honest, compassionate exploration of responsibility, free will, language, gratitude, and what it truly means to reclaim your power. In this episode, you’ll learn: How the Drama Triangle operates in personal and professional settings Why victimhood feels powerful—and why it ultimately keeps you stuck The role of language in reinforcing or dissolving victim dynamics How leaders and organizations slip into collective victimhood The difference between rescuing and coaching What it means to become a Victor through intentional choice Why the Vessel stage is about service without ego How gratitude acts as the bridge between victim, victor, and vessel Timestamps 00:00 Introduction & why the Drama Triangle matters 02:30 Understanding victim, persecutor, and rescuer roles 06:15 How victimhood shows up in leadership and culture 10:45 Language patterns that reinforce drama 15:20 Why rescuing keeps people stuck 19:40 The Empowerment Dynamic explained 24:30 Moving from victim to victor 29:10 The concept of the Vessel 34:05 Gratitude as a leadership practice 38:40 Personal responsibility and free will 42:30 Closing reflections & invitation Have thoughts or questions sparked by this episode? Email us at growth@theexecutiveandthemystic.com Sponsor Presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

The Universe Is Neutral… Or Is It? Perspective, Meaning, and Choice in Leadership

In this episode of The Executive & The Mystic, Fred LeFranc and Kristina Wiltsee explore a foundational leadership principle through a live dialectic exercise: Is the universe neutral—or is it love? Rather than arguing for a single “right” answer, they model a process leaders can use to examine opposing perspectives, hold paradox, and arrive at deeper clarity through synthesis. They demonstrate how meaning is created—not imposed—and why perspective determines both suffering and growth. Using real-world examples, leadership frameworks, and even The Wizard of Oz, this episode shows how leaders can move beyond victimhood, rigid beliefs, and emotional reactivity into choice, coherence, and mature agency. In this episode, you’ll learn: What dialectics really are—and why leaders need them The difference between reacting to events and choosing meaning How “the universe is neutral” creates freedom and responsibility How “the universe is love” expands capacity and compassion Why synthesis is more powerful than picking a side How head, heart, and gut intelligence work together What leadership looks like beyond victimhood and blame Timestamps 00:00 Welcome & framing the conversation 01:28 What dialectics are and why they matter 03:00 The principle: “The universe is neutral” 06:40 Thesis: the universe is neutral 08:43 Antithesis: the universe is love 12:12 Synthesis: holding both perspectives 15:21 Head, heart, and gut intelligence 18:09 Victimhood, meaning, and responsibility 23:15 Wisdom from The Wizard of Oz 29:01 Applying dialectics in life and leadership 30:13 Closing reflections & invitation Have thoughts sparked by this conversation? Email us at growth@theexecutiveandthemystic.com Sponsor Presented by Results Through Strategy (RTS)—helping brands align purpose, values, and performance since 2006. ________________________________________ 🔗 Helpful Links: Watch on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveandMysticPodcast Visit 👉 https://www.theexecutiveandthemystic.com/ Follow us on LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-executive-the-mystic-video-podcast/ Follow us on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/theexecutiveandthemystic/ Find us on TikTok 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@tetm_podcast Results Through Strategy 👉 https://resultsthrustrategy.com/ Life Alchemist 👉 https://www.kriswiltsee.com/

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