On this episode of the McCoy Leadership Podcast, I sat down with Zoe Thompson—a 20-year police veteran turned coach and leadership expert. Zoe shared how resilience, self-awareness, and prioritization fueled her journey from law enforcement to entrepreneurship. We discussed the power of aligning success with your core values, why tenacity needs balance, and how even high achievers must adapt their toolkit to grow. Plus, Zoe walked us through her PIPS framework for achieving sustainable, meaningful progress. If you’re feeling stuck or ready to level up your leadership, this episode is packed with takeaways to help you reach your potential.

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00:00 From Police Leader to Business Coach

04:53 "Balancing Tenacity in Leadership"

08:56 Priorities Shift Constantly

10:01 Critical Thinking: Leadership and Adaptability

14:44 Evolving Skills for New Success

19:06 Bridging Leadership Skill Gaps

22:58 Empowering Through Self-Discovery

27:18 "Intent, Identity & Leadership Habits"

28:24 Customizing Leadership for Individual Needs

33:41 Retirement Planning: Exploring True Desires

35:54 Shifting Mindsets from Stuck to Free

40:22 School Curriculum Enhancement Advice

43:52 Tech Nostalgia: Love-Hate Relationship

46:12 "Stay Connected and Informed"

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Links

Zoey's Website

LinkedIn

Book Recommendations

Mindset

The Chimp Paradox

The Coaching Habit

Dare to Lead