In this episode of The Double Win Show, Michael Hyatt and Megan Hyatt Miller chat with Rich Litvin, bestselling author of The Prosperous Coach and sought-after leadership coach. Rich unpacks how leaders can embrace self-awareness, tackle work addiction, and redefine success by asking one simple but life-changing question: “What do you want?”

Memorable Quotes

“Most of success is actually about mining your past.”
“No one really remembers a comfortable life.”
“My favorite coaching question is the simplest one. It’s: What do you want? Especially if you’re really good at helping other people, it’s actually really hard to answer for yourself.”
“The most underrated skill in leadership is self-awareness.”
“The power of great coaching is that you can see things that others can’t see. And you’re bold enough to say what others won’t dare to say.”
“I don’t need to be better at what they do than they are. They’re the best in the planet at what they do. I’m the one who’s bold enough to challenge their thinking.”
“If your heart tells you to say this to do this, then you need to lean into that edge, even if it’s to start off by saying, ‘Hey, I feel a little bit nervous to say this.’”
“If you’re addicted to alcohol, to drugs, to sex, to the internet, there’s all sorts of help you can get to support you. If you’re addicted to work, everything is set up to support you in doing more of it.”
“You need things that nurture your spirit. And as much as doing work that you love can feel great, it doesn’t always nurture your soul.”
“We’re not stronger than that algorithm. We can’t be. So we need ways to support.”

Key Takeaways

Ask “What Do You Want?” This simple yet powerful question unlocks clarity and reveals what truly matters.
Self-Awareness Fuels Success. Great leaders reflect on their actions and embrace honest feedback to grow.
Energy Drives Achievement. Identify what energizes or drains you to create more capacity for meaningful work.
Growth Comes From Discomfort. The most fulfilling moments come when you step outside your comfort zone.
Presence Nourishes the Soul. Activities like walking, reading, or connecting with loved ones demand your full attention and lead to greater fulfillment.
Community Accelerates Growth. Honest, supportive relationships amplify self-awareness and help you thrive.

Resources

Rich Litvin’s Website: richlitvin.com
The Prosperous Coach by Rich Litvin and Steve Chandler
Rich Litvin’s 1 Insight Podcast

Watch on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/-xmywu_fDi0

This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

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