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  • Struggling to Communicate in Marriage? David Adamusko Shares How to Rebuild Connection Pt.1
    Jun 16 2025

    Feeling unheard in your marriage? Learn how to communicate without blowing up—or shutting down—with expert coach Dave Adamusko.

    In this powerful episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) is joined by marriage and family therapist Dave Adamusko—aka “The Coach’s Coach”—to tackle one of the biggest struggles high-achieving men face: how to communicate in marriage without chaos.

    You’ll learn why traditional therapy often fails high performers, how internal disconnection fuels external conflict, and why the same skills that build business success can sabotage your relationships. Dave shares practical tools like the “3 H’s” (Hug, Help, Hear), emotional vs. practical problem-solving, and how to regulate your nervous system when tensions flare. It’s real talk for men who want to lead at home like they do at work.

    Join the Inside Man Coaching Experience – 6 months of deep transformation ending in Arizona!

    🌐 Inside Man Movement: https://garykadi.com

    💬 Connect with Dave at https://therapywithdave.com

    📱 Instagram: @therapywithdave

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

    It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

    If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

    You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

    This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

    I'll see you on the inside - GK

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    39 m
  • Why Burnout Hits the Most Driven People
    Jun 9 2025

    Burnout doesn’t mean you're broken—it means you're out of alignment. Discover how high achievers can reset, without burning it all down. Subscribe now!

    In this episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) tackles one of the most misunderstood challenges faced by high performers: burnout. If you’re exhausted, running on empty, or feel like your success comes at too high a cost—you’re not alone. GK explains why burnout isn’t a personal failure, but a sign you need a new internal operating system.

    Drawing from his book Life on All Cylinders, personal stories, and client transformations, GK reveals three powerful ways to recover: aligning with your values, reclaiming your rhythm, and upgrading your belief system. It’s time to trade adrenaline for alignment and exhaustion for energy.

    Download the free guide 10 Things Guys Suck At (And How to Fix It): https://inside-man-with-gary-kadi.kit.com/free-guide

    📅 Join the Inside Man Movement at https://garykadi.com

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

    It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

    If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

    You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

    This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

    I'll see you on the inside - GK

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    19 m
  • Nobody Warns You About This Part of Success
    Jun 2 2025

    What if reaching success leaves you feeling empty? Discover the truth behind the "success hangover" and how to fix it. Subscribe now!

    In this powerful episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) uncovers the unexpected emotional crash many high achievers face—what he calls the "success hangover." You finally hit the goal, build the business, achieve the dream… but it feels hollow. Why? GK shares real stories, personal struggles, and three key mindset shifts that transform hollow wins into fulfilling lives.

    Learn how to celebrate your progress, shift to purpose-driven goals, and reconnect to your deeper reason for leading. If you've ever asked “Is this all there is?”, this one’s for you.

    📅 Book a session with Gary: https://garykadi.com

    📱 Connect with Gary: https://www.instagram.com/insidemanwithgk/

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

    It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

    If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

    You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

    This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

    I'll see you on the inside - GK

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    24 m
  • The Hidden Trap That Destroys Confident Leaders
    May 26 2025

    In this episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi (GK) reveals the hidden leadership trap that causes even the most confident men to burn out: control. If you're a high-performing man who feels the constant weight of having to do it all, this episode is your wake-up call. GK shares his personal story, a powerful client case study, and introduces the "traffic signal" model for healthy control. You'll learn how to shift from force to freedom, delegate without fear, and finally create space to lead and live.

    This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and emerging leaders ready to evolve from doers to true leaders.

    💬 Share this episode with a friend who leads but feels stuck.

    📅 Book a session with Gary: https://garykadi.com

    📱 Connect with Gary: https://www.instagram.com/insidemanwithgk/

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

    It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

    If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

    You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

    This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

    I'll see you on the inside - GK

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    26 m
  • Why Most Marriages Fail (And How Ours Survived 22 Years)
    May 19 2025

    What happens when a strong woman sets non-negotiable standards—and a high-performing man rises to meet them? ❤️ Don’t miss this powerful, real conversation.

    In this deeply personal episode of Inside Man, Gary Kadi is joined by his wife Judith Kadi to share the raw, behind-the-scenes journey of their 22+ year marriage.

    From their unexpected first meeting to navigating addiction, raising a child with autism, and redefining success, this episode is a masterclass in emotional resilience, personal integrity, and the power of partnership.

    Judith shares the pivotal “no more mediocrity” moment that changed everything—while Gary reflects on how love, boundaries, and vulnerability led him from addiction to deep purpose. This is a must-watch for men, women, couples, and anyone ready to build something real.

    For listeners who want to:

    • Build a relationship based on trust and standards
    • Support a partner through addiction and recovery
    • Navigate parenting under pressure
    • Step into their truth with courage

    🔗 More from Gary:

    Website: https://garykadi.com

    🔔 Subscribe for weekly truth bombs + tools for men

    📢 Share with someone who needs this message

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

    It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

    If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

    You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

    This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

    I'll see you on the inside - GK

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    1 h y 3 m
  • Addicted to Chaos? How High Performers Can Break the Busy Cycle
    May 12 2025

    If you find yourself constantly grinding, never slowing down, and feeling uncomfortable when things get quiet, this episode is for you.

    In this raw episode of the Inside Man Podcast, host Gary Kadi (GK) gets real about something most high-achieving men never stop to question: their addiction to chaos. From his journey through nonstop hustle to life-changing wake-up calls, Gary shares how the pressure to be constantly productive often masks deeper issues like avoidance, ego, and emotional disconnection.

    This episode isn’t just about slowing down — it’s about reclaiming your time, presence, and power.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • The difference between true productivity and disguised avoidance
    • Why chaos feels “comfortable” and stillness feels “dangerous” for many men
    • How high performers unknowingly train others to rely on their busyness
    • The emotional cost of never slowing down — and what your body is telling you
    • How to break the addiction to busyness with intentional stillness
    • Real-life stories from Gary and his clients that prove this shift is not only possible — it’s life-changing
    • Practical steps to reclaim control, reconnect with purpose, and show up with more presence in your relationships, business, and life

    Gary’s honest storytelling, including his own brush with burnout (and a bike accident in NYC), reveals how performance-driven men can miss out on their own lives — and how one minute of stillness a day can spark transformation.

    ✅ Action Steps from This Episode:

    Schedule 1–15 minutes of stillness daily and observe your thoughts without judgment.

    Ask yourself: “What am I avoiding by staying busy?”

    Journal what makes you uncomfortable about stillness — and begin doing the real inner work.

    Download the “10 Things Guys Suck At (and What to Do About It)” at GaryKadi.com for even more breakthroughs.

    💬 Share this episode with a friend or colleague who’s always ‘too busy’ — they might just thank you later.

    🎧 Listen now and start mastering stillness — because real power isn't in constant motion, it's in knowing when to be still.

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

    It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

    If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide:

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    19 m
  • The Fear of Irrelevance: Top Reasons High Performers Lose Long-Term Impact
    May 5 2025

    Are you a high-achieving entrepreneur, executive, or driven professional who feels like the harder you push, the emptier the rewards become? Do you secretly worry that, despite all your success, your relevance—and legacy—might fade? If that resonates, this episode of The Inside Man is for you.

    In this deep and insightful conversation, Gary unpacks the hidden fears of high performers, including the anxiety around burnout, the fear of irrelevance, and the uncomfortable truth that legacy is not built on hustle alone. Instead, we reveal how to shift from being a high performer to becoming a high-impact visionary leader who builds something that lasts.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why do many successful people feel stuck or afraid of becoming irrelevant
    • How overachievers often chase next-level success at the cost of their long-term impact
    • The myth of “doing more” as the path to fulfillment
    • Why legacy isn’t just about achievement, but about alignment, intention, and sustainability
    • How to audit your identity and redefine what success means in this season of life
    • Actionable steps to move from high performance to high purpose

    This episode is a roadmap to reclaiming your purpose, reinventing your leadership, and finally creating the impact-driven legacy you were born to leave behind.

    🔔 Subscribe for more content to transform your business & mindset

    📢 Share this episode with a friend who’s redefining their own success

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something deeper. This isn’t about losing your edge.

    It’s about aligning your fire with your soul. It’s about conscious leadership, peace that’s earned and living a life that actually feels like yours.

    If you’re ready to stop silently suffering and start fully living, download Your Free Inside Man Guide: https://bit.ly/insidemanguide

    You can also visit https://garykadi.com/coaching to apply for The Inside Man Experience, my 6-month elite coaching program for entrepreneurial men who have checked all the boxes—but still feel stuck, burned out, or disconnected.

    This isn’t a course. It’s a complete reset—so you can stop performing and start leading from who you truly are.

    I'll see you on the inside - GK

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    28 m
  • Shame: The Hidden Engine Behind Burnout and Success (and How to Break Free)
    Apr 28 2025

    What if everything driving your success was also slowly tearing you apart?

    In this vulnerable episode of the Inside Man Podcast, we dive deep into the emotional undercurrent that drives so many men to achieve, overextend, and eventually burn out: shame.

    Gary (GK) shares a powerful personal story that exposes how unprocessed shame from childhood and early adulthood can evolve into a hidden fuel source—one that drives excellence, but at a painful emotional cost. If you’ve ever wondered why external success doesn’t always lead to inner peace, or why you can’t seem to slow down without guilt, this conversation will hit home.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
    • Why high achievers often carry hidden emotional wounds
    • The difference between toxic shame and healthy accountability
    • How shame fuels perfectionism, overworking, and emotional disconnection
    • The myth of “the strong man” and how it hurts more than it helps
    • How your identity can get hijacked by childhood trauma and family expectations
    • What it means to reconnect with your true self—and why most men avoid it
    • Tools to begin healing: self-reflection, mentorship, and emotional honesty
    • The importance of breaking cycles for the next generation

    Who This Is For:
    • Men in leadership, business, or medicine who feel unfulfilled despite outward success
    • Fathers, husbands, and sons seeking to break generational patterns
    • Coaches, therapists, and mentors working with men and masculine identity
    • Anyone curious about the emotional life of men and male mental health

    Start Your Inner Work:

    💻 Visit garykadi.com to access free resources, coaching programs, or 1:1 mentorship

    📩 Connect with GK for speaking engagements or collaboration

    📘 Download his free guide: https://inside-man-with-gary-kadi.kit.com/free-guide

    Don’t Keep This to Yourself:

    🔔 Subscribe to the Inside Man Podcast for honest, real talk on men’s emotional health

    📤 Share this episode with a friend or brother who needs to hear it

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    Meet Gary

    Hi, I’m Gary Kadi. You’ve seen me in the business world, author, speaker, founder, high-performance advisor but what most people don’t know is that my greatest transformation didn’t come from building an empire.

    It came from nearly losing everything that truly mattered. I built success the way many of us are taught, through relentless hustle, sacrifice and powering through. But along the way, I silently battled the “isms” – alcoholism, workaholism, perfectionism and I missed the moments that couldn’t be redone. I wasn’t present. I was either drinking, hungover or working to outrun my own discomfort. My wife was ready to give me my walking papers.

    My son, diagnosed with autism and speech delays, was fading behind a wall I didn’t know how to break through. That was my fire but walking through it changed everything. I got sober and untangled my identity from my output and today, I’m proud to say my marriage is stronger than ever. My son is thriving he’s off his autism diagnosis, has a 3.8 GPA and is becoming one of the top young play-by-play broadcasters in the country.

    From my lived experience, The Inside Man was born.

    The Inside Man is not a theory. It’s not a tactic. It’s a path for men like you who’ve built it all and now realize they want something...

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    30 m
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