Turn An Overwhelmed Life Into A Fulfilled Life

“Mike is a tremendous resource for leadership development in Cardiothoracic surgery. He knows our environment better than any executive coach because he has walked the walk. He has made it his life’s mission to be facile with all of the best leadership literature, thought leaders, and the context for applying this to our careers. On top of these he deeply cares about the people he coaches. He inculcates us with wellness strategies and helps us with prioritization of work AND life demands, recognizing that we are not just surgeons, but moms, dads, daughters, and sons and partners to our significant others.

I am most certainly a better person, more self-aware, and poised to advance my leadership capabilities because of Mike’s coaching. It has truly been a blessing to work with him.
Thank you, thank you, thank you for being my coach.”

Linda W. Martin, MD
Associate Professor of Surgery, Associate Program Director, Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Virginia Health System

“I have been part of a surgeon’s group that Mike has run for over 4 years. His depth of knowledge about being human and about the specific tools and techniques to be your best self in all aspects of our lives is sensational. He drills down the proven techniques to be intentional in all aspects of our lives that significantly impact our well-being. Working with Mike has had a major positive impact on my life, at home with my wife and children and at work, particularly in helping me know my true self better and in developing my leadership skills. Don’t hesitate, and don’t wait. The time is now.”

Patei Iyegha, MD

Director of Level 1 Trauma Center, Regions Hospital
St. Paul MN

“Mike’s magnetic personality, charm and vulnerability create an environment for honest and deep introspection and personal growth. He is a warm, genuine and honest man who wants to use what he has learned to improve the lives of all he can reach. He is highly skilled at being an astute listener and a non-judgemental observer of human interaction and conduct. His gift of clear seeing and assessment is carefully and patiently applied to simplify complex psycho-emotional constructs. Stones are not left unturned – he does not soft-sell his assessment of a situation and presents concise action plan options for the resolution of challenges, as well as ways to infuse increased joy in life.”

Brad Linden
Pediatric Surgeon, Pediatric Surgical Associates

“Michael has an intuitive ability to engage authentically with large groups as well as in one-on-one conversations that enables his counsel to be absorbed and “sticky”. A rare gift and rare content that our world needs so desperately now.”

James
Thoracic Surgeon

Golfers have swing coaches. Baseball players have swing coaches. It’s only natural that leaders and high performers need leadership coaches. Dr. Maddaus has been instrumental in guiding me to understand and organize the big picture and then dive deep into the weeds without getting lost along the way. More importantly, he emphasizes the value of self-preservation, wellness, and balance throughout the process. I offer Dr. Maddaus my unwavering and strongest endorsement. Thank you for what you do.

From an Academic Cardiac Surgeon and Division Head

Michael has an intuitive ability to engage authentically with large groups as well as in one-on-one conversations which enables his counsel to be absorbed and “sticky.” His deep personal experiences during his academic surgical career and in his personal life combined with his vulnerability, candor, and remarkable depth of knowledge is a rare combination that provides rare and unique content that our world needs so desperately now.

Private Practice Cardiac Surgeon