I Tried To Please Everyone... Here's What Happened (with Albert Bramante)

The Elemental Educator Podcast

Dr. Albert Bramante is a talent agent, performance psychologist, and mindset expert who has spent over 20 years helping high performers conquer their inner limits. In this conversation, he shares how people-pleasing nearly cost him his career, how burnout reshaped his understanding of leadership, and why setting boundaries isn’t rejection — it’s self-respect. Together we explore what it means to be coachable, how to dismantle inherited beliefs that hold you back, and why “no” is often the most empowering word in leadership. This episode is a powerful reminder that growth starts when you stop trying to be everything to everyone. Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elemental_educator YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElementalEducator TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elemental.educator Website: https://www.elementaleducator.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-comeau-961a49310/ For Speaking, Consulting, Coaching, Guest Recommendations, or Other Inquiries [email protected] Connect With Our Guest Instagram & LinkedIn: @albertbramante #LeadershipBoundaries #Coachability #AuthenticGrowth About the Elemental Educator The Elemental Educator podcast explores the four foundations of lasting leadership — Earth (values), Air (adversity), Water (change), and Fire (decisive action). Each conversation turns lived experience into insight you can apply immediately, helping you lead with clarity, courage, and purpose. Chapters 00:00 Overcoming Early Challenges and Building Self-Belief 03:10 Advice to Younger Self and First Impressions 04:58 Grounded Moments: Values and Principles 07:54 Identifying Key Traits in High Performers 09:43 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Interviews 12:37 Authenticity vs. Perfection in Job Interviews 13:41 The Power of Rejection and Perspective 19:59The Importance of Coachability 21:15 Facing Adversity: Learning from Mistakes 25:33 Unlearning Limitations and Embracing Resilience 27:58 Unpacking Limitations and Mindset Shifts 39:25 The Importance of Boundaries in Leadership 46:43 Taking Action: The Path to Change 55:10 Final Reflections and Future Directions