A Skeptic's Guide to Intuition: Navigating the Corporate World

Guest:Fran GallagherIntuitive Coach | Advocate for Mindful LeadershipHost:Melissa AarskaugExecutive Connect: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectEpisode Overview:Can intuition really be a leadership tool or is it just fluff for self-help books? In this refreshingly grounded episode of Executive Connect, Melissa Aarskaug talks with Fran Gallagher, an intuitive coach with a no-nonsense approach to tapping into inner wisdom. Fran opens up about her unconventional journey from technical writer to executive coach, and how she helps women leaders confront burnout, self-doubt, and pressure to “perform” in male-dominated environments. They dig into practical tools for managing stress, debunk myths about intuition, and reveal how mindfulness can actually sharpen decision-making not cloud it. If you’re a skeptical leader looking for clarity and edge without the fluff, this one’s for you. Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Intuitive Coaching05:49 – The Journey from Technical Writing to Coaching10:00 – Understanding Intuition in Leadership14:36 – Misconceptions of Intuition in Corporate America17:11 – Challenges Faced by Women Leaders19:39 – Distinguishing True Desires from Societal Norms22:46 – Strategies for Honing Intuition26:41 – Stress Relief Techniques through Visualization30:26 – Balancing Intuition, Mindfulness, and Data34:00 – Transformational Advice for Clients36:16 – Actionable Steps for Skeptics of IntuitionConnect With Us:Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectSocial:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_aarskaugX: https://x.com/melissaaarskaug