In this episode, Marty and Bill welcome Jesse Schuhlein, a former engineering executive turned IFS coach. Jesse shares his remarkable journey of growing BER Technologies from a small startup to a 170-person industry leader, and the moment he realized he needed a change. He recounts his transformative experiences with psychedelics, meditation, and therapy, which led him to Internal Family Systems (IFS). Today, Jesse uses his engineering background and IFS training to help others align with their true selves.
About Jesse:
Jesse Schuhlein is a former engineering executive who helped grow Zaber Technologies from a 3-person startup into a 170-person industry leader.
In his mid-forties, he went searching for something more through psychedelics and meditation, looking for deeper answers about consciousness and the universe. That journey unexpectedly led into therapy, personal growth, and healing—and ultimately to Internal Family Systems (IFS). Today, Jesse coaches people using IFS, blending mindfulness and real-world leadership experience to help them move from chasing success to living in alignment.
Contact Jesse:
Website: https://www.rechargecoaching.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesse.schuhlein
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JesseSchuhlein
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:51 Jesse Schuhlein’s Background and Journey
03:45 Building a Successful Company
07:30 Creating a Great Workplace Culture
14:41 Transition to Coaching and IFS
28:50 Naming the Man Club
29:26 Recognizing Emotions and Discontent
31:42 The Role of IFS in Coaching
32:36 Understanding Internal Family Systems (IFS)
33:56 Coaching vs. Therapy
34:48 Client Goals and Parts Work
37:11 The Importance of Self-Work for Practitioners
47:38 Defining and Releasing Burdens
50:33 How to Connect with Jesse
52:56 Closing Remarks and Future Topics
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