Ep. 68 - Beyond Age: The Power of Self-Awareness and Accountability: Mark Whiskay & Paul Deitch

The 1 to ONE Thing

Welcome to the show!

This episode is a taken from a discussion during the weekly drop-in event streamed on LinkedIn and Facebook.

I chatted with Paul Deitch and Mark (“Captain “) Whiskay, where we explore age, perspective, and the critical role of self-awareness in life and career.

We discusses how age-based assumptions affect work dynamics, relationships, and self-perception. Paul highlights his insights on judgment, accountability, and the value of staying teachable, learned from his years of experience working with older clients. Meanwhile, Mark and I share anecdotes about generational differences, self-worth, and the pursuit of meaning beyond traditional career paths.

Key points include:

Beyond Age and Assumptions: Paul addresses age-related stereotypes and emphasises personal value over societal expectations. He stresses “emotional regulation” as a transformative skill.

“Because I Said So” Syndrome: The three of us reflect on how this mindset limits curiosity and growth, both in the workplace and personal life.

Accountability as Empowerment: We explore the concept of accountability, sometimes seen as “toxic” today, and reframe it as a key to self-growth and fulfilment.

The ONE Thing:

True personal and professional growth comes from self-awareness, breaking free of limiting beliefs, and understanding that age and experience are as much about mindset as they are about years.

Contact for Paul Deitch:

LInkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paul-deitch23

Email: [e-mail]

Contact for Mark Whiskay

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mr-whiskey-921b70299/

Web: couple-o-nukes-website.webnode.page/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090748399656

Contact me:

https://linktr.ee/sawrightcoach