“I always feel pumped up and believe I can conquer the world after my chats with Adam.”
Hi - I'm Adam W. Barney đź‘‹
I coach high-performing executives and entrepreneurs to optimize energy, gain clarity, and sustain peak performance—without burnout.
With my proven coaching system and real-world strategies, I help you turn exhaustion into momentum and unlock the energy you need to thrive.
Author of "Make Your Own Glass Half Full: The Path To Empowered Optimism and Autonomy”
This book isn’t just theory—it’s the system I’ve used to help 200+ leaders optimize their energy, boost productivity, and create lasting success.
âś… Trusted by leaders across industries
âś… Backed by real-world coaching results
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Most Leaders Wait Until It’s Too Late. Don’t Be One of Them.
Energy isn’t optional—it’s the foundation of high-performance leadership. Without it, growth stalls.
đź“Ť Who I Work With:
✔️ Executives & Founders who want to scale without burnout
✔️ Ambitious professionals navigating high-pressure roles
✔️ Leaders who know they can achieve more—but feel stuck
🔥 The Four Non-Negotiables of Energized Leadership
Goals
đź’ˇ Define your next big milestone and create a roadmap to achieve it.
Feedback
đź’¬ Get honest, strategic insights to fast-track your success.
Learning
đź“š Develop unstoppable confidence with proven frameworks.
Network
🤝 Gain exclusive connections & mentorship for career growth.
Which of These Are You Missing? Let’s Fix It.
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🎯 Success Stories: Leaders Who Transformed Their Energy
🔥 "Within 90 days, I doubled my productivity & eliminated burnout."
💬 "Adam’s system helped me finally feel in control of my energy and leadership."
🚀 "I was stuck before—now, I’m leading with clarity and confidence."
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“I always feel pumped up and believe I can conquer the world after my chats with Adam, and I highly recommend that you check out his offering and see how you can work together to make all your dreams come true!”
Ashley Arya - Assistant to Senior-Associate Dean, College of Sciences @ North Carolina State University
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“I cannot say enough good things about Adam. He's helpful, kind, incredibly diverse skillset, and he's not afraid to get into the details and help you see a new perspective. 5 stars, certified fresh.”
Brennan Woodruff - Co-Founder, Chief Business Officer @ GoCharlie.AI
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“Adam operates from a “how can I help” mindset. He is a thoughtful and talented individual who embodies a constant learner mentality. He approached any challenge we discussed from multiple angles and offered a variety of ready solutions. I always look forward to challenges that I can have an opportunity to address with him again.”
John Brandes - Headhunter @ SalesBountyHunter
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“Adam is a fantastic coach who infuses practical and actionable life advice into his work approach. He is positive, encouraging, flexible in terms of meeting your needs, and very detail oriented.”
Maya Sarin - Founder @ Skindie
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“Adam was a key contributor to our first ever cohort based course at Morning Brew. His advice to his fellow professionals was top notch and It's been amazing to see him help those in the alumni community, too. I highly recommend working with Adam.”
Kyle Hagge - Chief of Staff, COO @ Morning Brew
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"Adam is one of the most well-connected and empathetic people I know. His ability to listen to your story, step-back and see the opportunities you may be missing, and connect you with the right people to make those opportunities happen is unprecedented. I would highly recommend!"
Rebecca Beardsley - Co-Founder, COO @ C&D Tools
About Me
🚀 For 20+ years, I’ve helped leaders and entrepreneurs unlock energy, build resilience, and create unstoppable momentum.
🔋 Through my coaching, I help high-performers eliminate burnout, sharpen focus, and step into the next level of leadership.
⚡ I believe energized leaders create a more just and equitable world—let’s make that happen together.
🎶 Outside of coaching, I’m a proud girl dad, double-dog dad, and lifelong music lover. ❤️
Where I’ve Led
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