Thriving Through Authenticity: Unlocking Personal and Professional Growth with Dr. Andy Garrett
Eps. #118 APRIL 15TH, 2025
In this episode of the "HR Mixtape," host Shari Simpson welcomes Dr. Andy Garrett, a strategic growth consultant and clinical psychologist at AG Thrive. They delve into the concept of authentic identity and its crucial role in personal and professional growth. Dr. Garrett emphasizes the importance of aligning individual values with organizational goals to foster a thriving workplace culture.
Key Takeaways:
1. Authenticity as Leadership: Discover why authenticity is the ultimate leadership skill and how it enhances team dynamics.
2. True North Blueprint: Learn about the True North Blueprint and how defining personal and organizational values can reduce burnout and increase engagement.
3. Courageous Conversations: Gain insights on how to address inauthenticity in leadership through compassionate and constructive dialogue.
Tune in for practical advice and thought-provoking insights that can transform your approach to HR and leadership development!
Guest(s): Dr, Andy Garrett, Founder and President, AG Thrive
With a doctorate in clinical psychology and extensive studies, experience, and practice in corporate coaching and consultancy, Dr. Andy Garrett is at the forefront of a revolutionary movement towards personal growth and optimization. He earned his doctoral degree from the Graduate Psychology program at Azusa Pacific University. Their theoretical emphasis on Systems theory and unique holistic integration philosophy helped him to become very effective in conceptualizing and implementing strategic growth plans for individuals, families, and corporations.
Dr. Andy uniquely emphasizes a positive psychology approach that utilizes established individual, familial, and organizational strengths rather than underscoring what may be pathological or dysfunctional. In blending this approach with a systems theoretical model, existential psychology, and solution-focused strategies, he's empowered to provide a transformative brand of coaching and consulting. Throughout his career, he’s contributed a significant and meaningful role as a consultant for multiple faith-based organizations - where he specializes in empowering his clients to discover and establish their True North identity, purpose, and community - and then integrate radically resilient principles, practices, and strategies - that enable his clients to consistently achieve their biggest goals and actualize their greatest potential.
Dr. Andy has made a considerable impact working as a performance coach for high performing executives, elite athletes, and organizations throughout Southern California - and beyond (his online coaching curriculum has been effectively utilized and taught throughout the US - and even in select European countries).
Dr. Andy has developed a thriving private practice in the renowned Newport Beach area, and he offers custom private workshops, corporate training programs, he is a highly sought after speaker and podcast guest, and he continues to offer concierge style coaching services.
