We Don’t Have to Do Mondays, We Get to Do Mondays
A mindset shift to start your week with purpose.
Hello and welcome to my very first Coach Ed newsletter!
I’ve decided to take the plunge and start my own weekly newsletter. That’s another doubt well and truly conquered!
This is the beginning of something meaningful, a weekly moment of mindset, leadership, and learning, straight to your inbox every Monday. Because here at Coach Ed, I believe leadership doesn’t begin with a job title. It begins with how you choose to show up, especially at the start of the week.
And here’s what makes this space special: each week, I’ll weave in insights, tools, and frameworks designed especially for two groups I care deeply about, recent graduates stepping into the world of work, and emerging leaders finding their voice and confidence. Whether you're navigating your first role or your first team, you're not doing it alone.
So, take a breath. Take your coffee. And let’s take Mondays back, together!
🧠 The Mindset Shift: From Have To → Get To
Let’s talk about Mondays.
For many, Mondays feel heavy, something we have to survive. But what if we changed the narrative?
“We don’t 'have' to do Mondays. We 'get' to do Mondays.”
It’s a tiny shift in language, but a huge shift in mindset.
“I get to go to work.” “I get to take care of my health.” “I get to lead today.”
When we approach our week with gratitude and intention, we access a deeper kind of leadership, one rooted in presence and personal power.
What You Can Expect from This Newsletter Each Monday, you’ll receive:
✔️ A short mindset shift or leadership insight
✔️ Real talk, rooted in my core values: authenticity, empathy, integrity, compassion, and always a bit of humour
✔️ Practical tools you can actually use
✔️ A curated mix of books, articles and podcasts tied to the week’s theme
Values matter deeply to me. If I’m going to write a newsletter, it has to align with who I am and the work I care about. That means checking in with my values weekly, and what better way to do that than by weaving them right into the newsletter? A little accountability, in action.
This is our space to start the week feeling grounded, in your purpose, your values, and your growth.
🧭 Coach Ed Values in Motion
🌀 Authenticity – Be real with how you're feeling — even if it's “meh”.
⚖️ Integrity – Do your best, but not at the expense of yourself.
🫶 Empathy – Everyone’s navigating something. Mondays included.
🌱 Compassion – You’re allowed to ease in.
😄 Humour – Because sometimes laughter is the best leadership strategy.
📚 This Week’s Recommendations
📘 Book: The Gifts of Imperfection – Brené Brown Perfect if you’re working on showing up without needing to have it all together.
📘 Book: Jon Gordon's book The Power of Positive Leadership emphasises the importance of embracing a mindset that transforms obligations into opportunities
🎧 Podcast: Feel Better, Live More with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee Grounding, inspiring, and always full of simple mindset nudges.
📩 Like What You’re Reading?
This is just the beginning.
Every Monday, I’ll be sharing fresh thoughts, simple tools, and meaningful recommendations. If you'd like to receive this directly, and never miss a moment of mindful leadership, hit Subscribe to join the Coach Ed community.
Let’s reframe Mondays, gently. We don’t have to face them, we get to. A fresh start, a new chance. And the best part? We’re in it together.
With gratitude and a grin,
Coach Ed
Leadership & Mindset Coach
Dublin ✈️ Brazil ✈️
Wherever life leads [@coached.ie] | [www.coach-ed.ie]