

The Powerful Man Show
Tim Matthews & Doug Holt
The Powerful Man is a show for married businessmen looking to improve their relationships, their health, their businesses, and themselves. Your hosts, Doug Holt and Tim Matthews have decades of experience helping married businessmen step into their power, live up to their potential, and live a life they love. The Powerful Man Show tackles conversations and topics designed to help men become better fathers, lovers, husbands, and leaders in their communities. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to subscribe and also head over to thepowerfulman.com for more information.
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Nov 22, 2022 • 24min
Are You Living For Someday?
Episode #591 Do you want to know the 2 reasons why men are joining the brotherhood? Well, it starts by answering the question 'What's holding you back from doing what you love?' Don't waste your time waiting for someday because it may never come, it's time to create a better version of yourself to fulfill your life goals. In this episode, we talk about why you should not live for someday and what to do to upgrade your 5 territories so you can live your best life today. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 19, 2022 • 25min
One Thing To Remember When Heading Into Hard Times
Episode #590 What do average people do during a recession? What will you do to shine brighter as a leader? Many people are scared during a recession, but you can strengthen your commitment to your growth so you can show up as a Chief Fun Officer of the family even in times of trouble. In this episode, you will learn the one thing you should do during hard times and how to play to win in life rather than play not to lose. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 17, 2022 • 22min
Revisit: How To Get A Temperature Check
Episode #589 How do you check in? How do you stay connected? We should keep checking in regularly on people that are important to us because people change day by day. Are you growing as a man? When was the last time you checked on your wife? When you start to feel that you're not engaged or feel that it's meaningless to share anymore, that's a sign that she's starting to lose the connection. As a man, take control of the check-in. Ask your wife how her day is going, or how she's feeling about your relationship. Be in control, but make sure to engage her in making the best out of the day. Be very conversational. Be playful and excited, ask open-ended questions, and get into her world by asking about her magic moments. In this episode, we take a deeper dive into the importance of doing one simple thing that most of us ignore: Checking in with your wife and your loved ones. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 15, 2022 • 25min
Revisit: How Do You Decompress?
Episode #588 Does your business keep you busy all the time? Do you have trouble "switching off" after work? What's your decompression routine? In martial arts, when leaving a dojo, bowing signifies that you're transitioning from your fight energy into a different mode. In your business, it can mean you're leaving the work energy behind to embrace what comes next. Increasing the transition time is really important to avoid dramatic changes in your energy. It would help if you had time to relax, change your persona, and leave the work energy behind. In this episode, we'll talk about how to decompress best and the importance of transition time when decompression. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 12, 2022 • 19min
Marriage Is Like A Game Of Golf
Episode #587 What do golf and marriage have in common? What happens if you don't have the right tools? It takes a lot of patience in both golf and marriage. You must learn the rules, use techniques that will help you get better, and enjoy the learning process. Improve your marriage by taking action. In this episode, you will learn why the rules of golf apply to marriage and how you can level up your relationship with your partner. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 10, 2022 • 26min
Respond Vs. React
Episode #586 Do you respond or react to triggers? Is it better to react because you're upset? Don't let your emotions control you when you're triggered and stop giving your power away by reacting to situations. It's time to find a way to give yourself an opportunity to respond carefully. In this episode, you will learn the differences between responding and reacting when you're triggered and what to do to stay in your power so you can live from the inside-out. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 8, 2022 • 29min
What Happens When You Take Your Eye Off The Ball
Episode #585 Is your marriage going so well that you're not putting much focus on it? Do you struggle to keep up your routine? If you stop doing the basics when everything is good, something bad might happen. Keep moving forward, and don't lose momentum in bettering yourself and your marriage. In this episode, we're talking about why it is easy yet dangerous to take your eye off the ball and how to be consistent in doing what's best for your family. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 5, 2022 • 29min
Put Some Romance Into Your Conversations
Episode #584 Is your wife feeling comfortable when she's talking to you? Do you have the same conversations with her every day? Create an opportunity to explore her world by asking intriguing questions so you can have a fun conversation. Start forming a closer bond with your partner and build a more intimate marriage. In this episode, Doug and Mark discuss some effects of communication breakdown in the relationship and what to do to keep the conversation alive with your partner. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 3, 2022 • 18min
Importance of Validation
Episode #583 What does it mean to validate someone's feelings? What are the 3 things that all women want? Learn how to empathize with your partner so you can relate to what she's going through. It's time to find ways to improve your relationship and make her feel safe. In this episode, we'll talk about why validation is very important in your marriage and what you can do to help yourself establish a deeper connection with your partner. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.

Nov 1, 2022 • 22min
When Your Mother-In-Law Takes Over
Episode #582 Is your mother-in-law meddling in your marriage because it is falling apart? Are you allowing your partner to feel seen and heard? When you consistently show up as an Alpha who is wise, open, loving, and fierce, your partner won't have to turn to her mother to protect her. In this episode, we will discuss why your mother-in-law is taking control of your relationship and how to regain your power because nobody can lead your family except yourself. ————- Hungry for more? Head over to our BONUS page for special access to some of the deeper tactics and techniques we've developed at The Powerful Man.


