Redefining Success and Prioritizing What Truly Matters with High-Performance Coach, Matt Gerlach

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What if your definition of success is the very thing keeping you stuck?

In this episode of The EmPOWERed Half Hour, Becca sits down with transformational life coach Matt Gerlach to unpack the journey from burnout to alignment. After building a seven-figure business, Matt realized that financial success didn’t automatically lead to fulfillment. He shares how listening to himself, prioritizing well-being, and making intentional choices changed everything.

Together, they explore the power of self-awareness, how trauma influences our decisions, and why true success isn’t about external achievements but about building a life that truly lights you up. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the pursuit of more, this conversation will challenge you to rethink your approach and step into a version of success that actually feels good.

Key Moments You Won't Want to Miss:

• Matt’s Breaking Point – After years of prioritizing work over well-being, Matt hit a major health crisis that forced him to rethink everything. Instead of pushing through, he finally stopped to listen to what his body and mind were telling him.
• The Power of Alignment – Matt shares how learning to listen to himself completely changed his career and happiness. By embracing his passions and setting boundaries, he built a business that supports his life instead of one that controls it.
• Healing Through Self-Discovery – Becca and Matt discuss the impact of unresolved trauma on our professional lives. They unpack how personal healing can lead to greater success, better relationships, and true fulfillment.

About Matt

Matt is uniquely positioned as a trusted guru for entrepreneurs, with a proven track record of helping dozens of startups scale to 7, 8, and 9 figures over the past 15 years. His expertise is complemented by a deep understanding of the struggles many entrepreneurs face. After launching his first business, Matt encountered debilitating anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. By investing over $200k and 10,000 hours in personal healing and growth, he emerged as a beacon of transformation. Confronting and healing his past gave Matt the confidence and strength to scale his own business, earning himself an impressive $1M/year. Today, Matt hosts a weekly podcast and is writing a book about his journey. He works closely with entrepreneurs and executives grappling with self-doubt and anxiety, guiding them to lead their businesses—and lives—to maximum profit, freedom, and impact.

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