Why Tough Bosses Build Strong Founders
In today’s episode, I sit down with Ray Hespen, CEO and co-founder of Property Meld, a fast-growing software company transforming how property maintenance is managed. With roots in manufacturing and a mindset shaped by lean margins and tough bosses, Ray shares how he built a platform that now serves over 730,000 rental units. We talk about conviction, leadership, and the uncomfortable truths of...
14m Apr 10, 2025
14m
Why Discipline Beats Motivation
In today’s episode, I break down the idea of having a clear purpose and why it’s the starting point for everything you want to achieve. Pulling from Napoleon Hill’s timeless teachings, I share how intentionality transforms anxiety, procrastination, and overwhelm into momentum. I talk through actionable strategies to stay consistent in the pursuit of your potential, especially when evidence feel...
29m Apr 09, 2025
29m
Why Perception Isn't Your Problem
In today's episode, I talk about the early days of hosting free meetups and the simple promise that built a global community: show up and I’ll help. I share how dedicating one hour in every city turned into something much bigger, from spiritual-business integration to leading the Napoleon Hill Institute. I answer questions on handling failed partnerships, reputation hits, and how misperceptions...
45m Apr 08, 2025
45m
Mastering Prioritization for Success
In todays episode, I discussed why prioritization is one of the most important skills we can develop. It’s not just about getting more done—it’s about making the right decisions based on what matters most. I talked about building effective frameworks, the impact of emotional intelligence, and how managing our time with intention can lead to greater clarity and fulfillment. When we choose purpos...
35m Apr 07, 2025
35m
From Limiting Beliefs to Limitless Living
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Chad Sanschagrin, founder of Cannonball Moments and author of Keep Telling Yourself, a book that challenges the inner script holding so many of us back. Chad opens up about the lies we repeat in our heads, the impact of growing up without a father, and how he replaced old beliefs with new truths. We talk about the difference between feel-good encouragement and ...
16m Apr 06, 2025
16m
The Strategy Behind a Global Bestseller
In today’s episode, I sit down with a bestselling author, teacher, and lifelong truth seeker whose work has helped millions define success on their own terms. From his early years teaching underprivileged students to building a global brand with Chicken Soup for the Soul, he shares the mindset and marketing moves that helped him turn 144 publisher rejections into nearly half a billion books sol...
14m Apr 05, 2025
14m
How to Live a Life That Will Outlive You
In today’s episode, I sit down with legendary speaker and author Les Brown, whose voice has inspired millions for more than four decades. At 80 years old and cancer free, Les opens up about what the disease taught him about purpose, momentum, and legacy. He shares how his start in door-to-door sales sharpened the resilience that carried him through rejection, labels, and the odds stacked agains...
14m Apr 04, 2025
14m
You Can’t Sell a Secret
In today’s episode, I break down why you can’t grow your impact or your business by keeping your value a secret. Fear, perfectionism, and worrying about others’ opinions are the real roadblocks, not your product or service. I talk about how confidence, clarity, and communication become your foundation when paired with repetition and real feedback. You'll hear why practicing your pitch every day...
27m Apr 03, 2025
27m
The Path from Deception to Integrity in Sales
In today’s episode, I sit down with Jason Marc Campbell, author of Selling with Love and a powerful voice in reshaping the way businesses operate. We unpack how toxic sales habits like manipulation and overpromising nearly cost me everything, and how shifting toward value-based selling helped me rebuild my life and career. Jason and I explore the difference between perceived value and actual va...
28m Apr 02, 2025
28m
The Power of Long-Term Thinking
In today’s episode, I sit down with Noah Kerner, CEO of Acorns, to talk about how great companies are built by prioritizing talent, fostering accountability, and rejecting the illusion of fast success. We get into the value of in-person energy in a remote world, why a good sense of humor is his top hiring trait, and what he’s learned from seeing the world through his infant son’s eyes. Noah sha...
20m Apr 01, 2025
20m
The Joy of Missing Out: Finding Peace in a Noisy World
Many of the limitations we experience aren’t caused by external factors but by the way we perceive ourselves and the world around us. In this session, I shared how judgment—both our own and the assumptions we make about others—can cloud our clarity and hold us back. Instead of seeking validation, we can shift our focus to what truly matters: living by our values, embracing the joy of missing ou...
46m Mar 31, 2025
46m
Lessons from Losing It All
In today’s episode, I talk about the most expensive mistakes of my life, what I call the dummy tax, and how losing more than a hundred million dollars forced me to rethink everything. I also share what my mom’s recent passing taught me about humility, grief, and what it really means to be prepared. From there, I explore how faith and consistent action help us push through moments when life does...
8m Mar 30, 2025
8m
Why Fame Isn’t the Finish Line
In today’s episode, I sit down with actor, musician, and entrepreneur James Maslow to talk about what it really takes to build a sustainable career in the spotlight. James shares the mindset required to navigate early missteps, the importance of having enough capital to weather uncertainty, and how fame can be a stepping stone rather than the finish line. We break down the idea of timing and ri...
13m Mar 29, 2025
13m
The Power of Strategic Partnerships
In today’s episode, I sit down with Jay Abraham, one of the most influential strategic marketing minds in the world and a pioneer in business growth strategy. Jay shares how he built a $250 million seminar business through partnerships, strategic alliances, and relational capital—without spending heavily on traditional advertising. We explore why understanding value from the customer’s perspect...
23m Mar 28, 2025
23m
The Brutal Truth About Breaking Through
In today’s episode, I respond to real questions from entrepreneurs navigating pricing, purpose, and growth. One speaker shares his journey from jail to building a 400-person trading community, asking how to make money and get on stages without overcharging. I talk about using proximity as a business model, how credibility connects to guarantees, and why post-production content matters more than...
45m Mar 27, 2025
45m
The Truth About Purpose and Pain
In today’s episode, I share how I’ve come to understand the common patterns that interfere with our potential—personally, professionally, and spiritually. After speaking with people in hundreds of cities each year, I’ve found that most of us are blocking the same infinite power we already have access to. I break down how aligning time, faith, and priorities can bridge the gap between what we wa...
29m Mar 26, 2025
29m
How Coaches and Mentors Shape Success
In today’s episode, I unpack the key distinctions between coaches and mentors, breaking down how each role accelerates growth in different ways. Drawing from Napoleon Hill’s 17 Principles of Success, I explain how mentors share experience, relationship capital, and lessons from the “dummy tax,” while coaches focus on daily accountability, consistency, and emotional intelligence to bring out you...
33m Mar 25, 2025
33m
Mother Teresa’s 10 Paradoxical Commandments
Life is full of contradictions, the more we push for success, the more resistance we face. The more we act with kindness, the more we may be questioned. In this session, I explored how embracing these paradoxes can fuel personal and professional growth. Instead of letting doubt, criticism, or external expectations derail us, we can use them as opportunities to strengthen our purpose, commitment...
43m Mar 24, 2025
43m
Understanding the Secret Language of Relationships
In today’s episode, I sit down with Craig Siegel and relationship expert John Gray, the author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. We break down the science behind how men and women communicate, why listening without problem-solving strengthens emotional connection, and how subtle shifts in conversation can transform relationships. John shares the latest research on mirror neurons, stre...
24m Mar 23, 2025
24m
How to Make Every Minute Count
In today’s episode, I break down the power of strategic networking, time management, and the mindset that drives success. I share my approach to hosting meetups in 200 cities, the importance of asking the right questions, and how understanding time and relativity can maximize productivity. I explain why non-negotiables like sleep, family, and financial awareness set the foundation for sustainab...
20m Mar 22, 2025
20m
How Faith and Friendship Fuel Success
In today’s episode, James Maslow and I welcome actor, comedian, and musician Stephen Kramer Glickman. Best known for his role as Gustavo Rocque on Big Time Rush, Stephen shares the story of his longtime friendship with James, from childhood gatherings to working together on set. He reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his career, his journey toward better health, and the unexpected ways ...
30m Mar 21, 2025
30m
Lessons from a Life on the Edge
In today’s episode, I sit down with Owen Hanson, a former USC athlete whose ambition took him from the football field to running a multimillion-dollar illegal gambling and drug trafficking operation. He shares how the pressure to keep up with high-profile friends led him down a dangerous path, the moment everything unraveled, and what it was like facing the consequences of his choices. From dea...
27m Mar 20, 2025
27m
How I Rebuilt My Life After Losing Everything
In today's episode, I reflect on the moments that reshaped my life, from losing everything in bankruptcy to rebuilding with a new perspective. I share the pivotal lesson my wife taught me about real change, the mindset shift that made loss easier to navigate, and why the people we surround ourselves with shape more than just our success. I also answer audience questions on personal growth, resi...
22m Mar 19, 2025
22m
Why Discipline Matters More Than Motivation
In today's episode, I break down the power of consistency, explaining why discipline matters more than motivation. I share my approach to structuring each day with non-negotiable priorities, ensuring progress without relying on changing circumstances. I also discuss accountability, whether it belongs in a calendar or as a core value, and how the meaning we assign to past experiences shapes our ...
25m Mar 18, 2025
25m
The Art of Closing
Closing a sale isn’t about pressure or persuasion—it’s about creating real value and meaningful relationships. In this session, I shared how shifting from a transactional mindset to a mission-based approach transforms the way we sell. By focusing on emotional connection, understanding client needs, and using the Five to Thrive methodology, we build lasting trust beyond short-term wins. True suc...
52m Mar 17, 2025
52m
The Three Steps to Unlimited Abundance
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dana Grant to talk about the mindset, habits, and principles that create true abundance. We break down the power of gratitude, service, and unwavering faith in the process—even when there's no evidence that things are working in your favor. I share a simple three-step approach to creating exponential growth and why so many people give up right before they rea...
28m Mar 16, 2025
28m
The Simple Truth About Personal Growth
In today’s episode, I sit down with Cliona O’Hara, an entrepreneur and coach whose journey from Northern Ireland to the U.S. led her from struggle to success. As a leader at the Napoleon Hill Institute, she has dedicated her career to teaching the principles that transform lives. We discuss the foundation of success, but more importantly, I share how faith, wisdom, and discipline have guided me...
44m Mar 15, 2025
44m
Turning Failure Into Your Greatest Asset
In today’s episode, I sit down with Kyle Matthews, Chairman & CEO of one of the fastest-growing commercial real estate firms in the country. We talk about the mindset that drives high achievers, the connection between athletics and leadership, and the importance of aligning skills, knowledge, and desire with the right opportunities. I share how losing over $100 million became the greatest lesso...
35m Mar 14, 2025
35m
Transforming Grief Into Growth
In today’s episode, I share the origins of my meetups and how they’ve become a cornerstone of my personal and professional growth. I reflect on how my mother’s influence shaped my commitment to helping others, even during moments of personal loss. I also break down the importance of non-negotiable behaviors, how faith and wisdom help navigate life’s uncertainties, and why defining success on yo...
35m Mar 13, 2025
35m
What I Wish I Knew Before Making and Losing $100 Million
In today's episode, I sit down with Steve Arneson to break down the journey from losing over $100 million to rebuilding with purpose. I share the mindset shifts, daily practices, and hard lessons that reshaped my approach to business, wealth, and life. Steve brings his expertise in high-net-worth investing and relationship-building to the conversation, and we talk about how to align with the ri...
55m Mar 12, 2025
55m
What It Takes to Represent Legends
In today’s episode, Darren Prince shares his journey from building one of the most respected sports and entertainment agencies to overcoming addiction and helping others do the same. As an agent to icons like Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, he has spent decades navigating the world of high-profile personalities while maintaining authenticity and trust. We discuss the power of asking, the balance ...
33m Mar 11, 2025
33m
Simple Things to Do…Are Simple Not to Do
Success isn’t about complex strategies or overnight transformations—it’s built on small, consistent actions that add up over time. In this episode, I shared how the simplest habits, like practicing gratitude, following up, and staying committed to daily progress, can lead to massive results. Often, what’s easy to do is just as easy not to do, and that’s where most people fall short. By focusing...
44m Mar 10, 2025
44m
Recognizing the Lessons That Truly Matter
In today’s episode, I share the lessons that shaped my journey from financial struggle to success, emphasizing the importance of capturing what resonates—especially the things we resist. I break down the difference between skills, knowledge, and desire, and how aligning them unlocks potential. I reflect on the wisdom of mentors, the power of commitment, and the role of faith in overcoming setba...
44m Mar 09, 2025
44m
Manifesting Success in an Unpredictable Industry
In today’s episode, James Maslow and I sit down with Crash Adams, the Canadian pop duo known for their viral videos and infectious music. We talk about their journey from aspiring musicians to social media sensations, their approach to business, and how they balance creativity with strategy. They share their perspective on manifestation, belief, and the mindset that fuels their success. We also...
27m Mar 08, 2025
27m
How to Prioritize and Stay Consistent
In today's episode, I break down the essential skills for success in an AI-driven world, from mastering personal communication to understanding the power of reading. I share how AI accelerates progress from zero to one and why knowing your “who” is the fastest way to success. I also discuss the importance of capturing, modifying, amplifying, and perpetuating content to build awareness. Plus, I ...
50m Mar 07, 2025
50m
How Challenges Shape Who We Become
In today’s episode, I sit down with Chad Sanschagrin, best-selling author of Keep Telling Yourself and founder of Cannonball Moments, to talk about resilience, purpose, and what it means to honor life’s defining moments. We discuss the power of the meaning we give to our past, how struggle shapes our success, and why avoiding hardship only limits growth. Chad shares his perspective on loss, per...
11m Mar 06, 2025
11m
Overcoming Pain and Finding Purpose
In today’s episode, Jacqueline Valdez joins the conversation to share her journey of resilience, movement, and empowerment. From professional dance to overcoming a life-changing injury, she found new purpose through Pilates, yoga, and pole fitness, earning the title "The Pole Ballerina." Now a journalist and talk show host, she’s built a platform to uplift others by sharing stories of strength ...
18m Mar 05, 2025
18m
How Financial Literacy Transforms Careers and Legacies
In today’s episode, I sit down with James "Amo" Amorosi, a leader in private equity and the founder of The Legacy Fund. From his early days as a fighter in Japan to navigating the high-stakes world of hedge funds, Amo shares how his journey shaped his approach to wealth, mentorship, and purpose. We talk about his mission to help athletes and entertainers build financial stability beyond their c...
28m Mar 04, 2025
28m
The Modern-Day Handshake: How Overlap Agreements Transform Relationships
In today’s fast-changing world, traditional contracts can sometimes limit opportunities instead of creating them. In this training session, I shared how overlap agreements serve as a modern-day handshake, prioritizing flexibility, collaboration, and mutual benefit. These agreements allow relationships—both business and personal—to evolve naturally, making space for creativity, trust, and long-t...
53m Mar 03, 2025
53m
Lessons in Resilience from a Billion-Dollar CEO
In today’s episode, James Maslow and I sit down with Bobby Mesmer, a serial entrepreneur and CEO of RMG Erectors & Constructors, the world’s largest pre-engineered metal building erector. Bobby shares how he navigated the challenges of a heart attack, a stroke, and even a tornado hitting his home—all while continuing to build a multibillion-dollar company. We discuss the power of time managemen...
27m Mar 02, 2025
27m
What It Takes to Be an NFL Insider
In today’s episode, I sit down with NFL insider Dianna Russini to talk about the evolving role of women in sports media and the challenges of staying ahead in such a competitive industry. Dianna shares how she built credibility in a space once dominated by men and why the players she covers have always treated her with respect. She opens up about balancing a demanding career with motherhood, le...
8m Mar 01, 2025
8m
Finding Balance in a Digital Age
In today’s episode, I speak with Leah Notarianni, Bucky O’Neil, and Carlos Whitaker about the importance of self-awareness and reconnecting with our humanity. Leah and Bucky, who run a thriving 7-figure business empowering leaders to create greater impact, join me as we explore the rhythm of business cycles, the tension between relentless planning and genuine execution, and the benefits of taki...
26m Feb 28, 2025
26m
Why Strong Leaders Keep Learning
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Deatrich Wise, New England Patriots defensive end and Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee. We talk about what it means to be recognized for service beyond the field, the impact of his Wise Up Foundation, and the lessons he’s carried from his family and mentors. He shares how he’s learned to balance giving with receiving, the books that have shaped his leaders...
11m Feb 27, 2025
11m
Why Prioritization Is the Key to Success
In today's episode, I break down how to prioritize the most important aspects of life and business while eliminating overwhelm and procrastination. I share why making certain behaviors—like sleep, health, family time, and financial discipline—non-negotiable removes the stress of decision-making and creates exponential success. I also explain how understanding time, circumstances, and energy can...
18m Feb 26, 2025
18m
Why Success Comes Down to Small Daily Habits
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dylan Stewart, a standout defensive end for the University of South Carolina and a five-star recruit. Winning the Crunch Time Award is more than just an accolade for him—it’s a testament to his discipline, preparation, and ability to rise to the occasion. He shares the habits that separate great players from the rest, from staying accountable to mastering the...
9m Feb 25, 2025
9m
Surround Yourself With Forgiveness
Forgiveness is one of the most powerful tools for growth, yet many of us hold onto resentment, judgment, and past mistakes without realizing how much they weigh us down. In this session, I explored how shifting our perspective on our own and others' mistakes can free us from unnecessary burdens and create space for clarity, collaboration, and success. By embracing forgiveness as a daily practic...
57m Feb 24, 2025
57m
How to Stop Worrying and Start Winning
In today’s episode, the focus is on mastering the present while balancing future aspirations and past experiences. The way we perceive time shapes our success, and aligning daily actions with long-term goals is key. Worrying about the future drains energy and creates interference, while being fully engaged in the present enhances productivity, accessibility, and gratitude. The power of now lies...
28m Feb 23, 2025
28m
Why Telehealth Is Reshaping Recovery
In today’s episode, I sit down with Rob Lee, co-founder of Choose Your Horizon, to talk about the future of telehealth and its role in addiction recovery. With experience leading companies to successful exits, Rob shares how personalized care, innovative treatments, and AI-driven support are reshaping how people access mental health and addiction services. We discuss the importance of addressin...
16m Feb 22, 2025
16m
The Mindset That Fuels Success at Every Stage
In today’s episode, I’m joined by James Maslow, a multi-talented entertainer and entrepreneur, as we welcome Super Bowl champion C.J. Anderson. From his time as an NFL running back to his transition into coaching and business, C.J. shares what it takes to build a lasting career beyond the game. He breaks down how the Super Bowl has evolved into more than just a football spectacle, offering oppo...
26m Feb 21, 2025
26m
Why the Process Means More Than the Prize
In today’s episode, I sit down with Orlando Brown Jr., offensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals and a Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee. Orlando shares how his deep connection to type 1 diabetes, from his brother’s diagnosis to his father’s passing, fuels his commitment to raising awareness. He opens up about the perspective that has shaped his career, the importance of loving the proces...
14m Feb 20, 2025
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