The end of the year presents us with a great opportunity to reflect and decide what we will take with us into the future. Dr. Henry Cloud wrote a great book called Necessary Endings. The book helps readers make decisions on businesses, relationships, habits and ventures that must come to a necessary ending. Like a gardener that must prune the rosebuds that are stealing valuable nutrients and resources from the buds with the potential to blossom into the most beautiful flowers, we must prune things in our own lives. Although pruning doesn’t come easily to me, it’s something I’m always thinking about. When I need to change something, I initially get a gut feeling about it. Then I take it to prayer and meditation and seek wise counsel from people like my wife, spiritual director and priest. I ask them to pray for me and offer practical advice and wisdom.  This has not been an easy decision to make, but this will be the final episode of The Impact Entrepreneur. I started the podcast in December 2015 to facilitate a higher level of personal growth for myself and serve others. I wanted to learn how others are using the lessons from their lives to have a game-changing impact in the lives of others. Hundreds of listeners have reached out to me over the last three years to share how the show has impacted you. I've had conversations with some of my personal heroes like Lou Holtz. I’ve been able to honor my wife on the podcast and share our journey with you and I've been deeply inspired by the strength, courage and resilience of each of my guests. I discovered the concepts that would become my first book, Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose.The Impact Entrepreneur will still be my personal brand for my writing, speaking and other media appearances because my mission is still to have a game-changing impact in the lives of others. But in 2020, I am co-creating something that more closely aligns with and encompasses my Catholic faith as well as my role as an entrepreneur. It's called Catholiceo and will create spaces where Catholic entrepreneurs, executives and evangelists from around the globe can gather to enrich their faith, thrive at home, win well in business and deepen connection.Thank you so much to everyone who has helped and supported me during this podcast journey, especially you, the listener. I invite you to join me on this next adventure, but thank you for tuning in each week, sharing the message and allowing me to breathe life into your potential. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I will certainly be keeping you in my prayers, and I can't wait to see what you create in the years to come. One thing is for certain - when you become who God created you to be, you and everyone around you better brace for impact!Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:Read: Necessary EndingsCatholiceoEmail: info@theimpact entrepreneur.netEmail: mike@catholiceo.comGet your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

The end of the year presents us with a great opportunity to reflect and decide what we will take with us into the future. Dr. Henry Cloud wrote a great book called <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Necessary-Endings-Henry-Cloud/dp/0061777129/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=necessary+endings&amp;qid=1576123909&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Necessary Endings</a>. The book helps readers make decisions on businesses, relationships, habits and ventures that must come to a necessary ending. Like a gardener that must prune the rosebuds that are stealing valuable nutrients and resources from the buds with the potential to blossom into the most beautiful flowers, we must prune things in our own lives. Although pruning doesn’t come easily to me, it’s something I’m always thinking about. When I need to change something, I initially get a gut feeling about it. Then I take it to prayer and meditation and seek wise counsel from people like my wife, spiritual director and priest. I ask them to pray for me and offer practical advice and wisdom.  This has not been an easy decision to make, but this will be the final episode of The Impact Entrepreneur. I started the podcast in December 2015 to facilitate a higher level of personal growth for myself and serve others. I wanted to learn how others are using the lessons from their lives to have a game-changing impact in the lives of others. Hundreds of listeners have reached out to me over the last three years to share how the show has impacted you. I've had conversations with some of my personal heroes like Lou Holtz. I’ve been able to honor my wife on the podcast and share our journey with you and I've been deeply inspired by the strength, courage and resilience of each of my guests. I discovered the concepts that would become my first book, <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a>.The Impact Entrepreneur will still be my personal brand for my writing, speaking and other media appearances because my mission is still to have a game-changing impact in the lives of others. But in 2020, I am co-creating something that more closely aligns with and encompasses my Catholic faith as well as my role as an entrepreneur. It's called <a href="https://catholiceo.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Catholiceo</a> and will create spaces where Catholic entrepreneurs, executives and evangelists from around the globe can gather to enrich their faith, thrive at home, win well in business and deepen connection.Thank you so much to everyone who has helped and supported me during this podcast journey, especially you, the listener. I invite you to join me on this next adventure, but thank you for tuning in each week, sharing the message and allowing me to breathe life into your potential. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I will certainly be keeping you in my prayers, and I can't wait to see what you create in the years to come. One thing is for certain - when you become who God created you to be, you and everyone around you better brace for impact!Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources:<ul><li>Read: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Necessary-Endings-Henry-Cloud/dp/0061777129/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=necessary+endings&amp;qid=1576123909&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Necessary Endings</a></li><li><a href="https://catholiceo.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Catholiceo</a></li><li>Email: info@theimpact <a href="http://entrepreneur.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">entrepreneur.net</a></li><li>Email: mike@catholiceo.com</li><li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li></ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 195 - Necessary Endings and New Beginnings

Mike Rucker

Mike Rucker, Ph.D. is a self-described fun expert who helps people have more fun and be more productive as a result. But he certainly didn’t start his career going down that path.Mike’s first job, so to speak, was creating a fanzine for skateboarders in the seventh grade. And his willingness to put himself out there, coupled with a bit of ingenuity, got him the opportunity to interview some big musicians. He went on to study Communications and Filmmaking at college, and his first professional job was at Universal Studios. While he loved the work, watching his colleagues get in at 7 am, not leave till 8 am, and miss out on having significant relationships outside of work didn't appeal to him. He pivoted into creating advertisements and websites, making a name for himself in the technology sector. Here’s where things went too good for Mike, or so he believes. Because Mike thinks entrepreneurs that get too many wins too early can get too cocky for their own good. So, full of confidence, Mike decided to do something he knew nothing about — open a taco stand at Manhattan Beach near LAX. He spent all of the money that he made from his last tech exit, and then he lost it all. So he pivoted, again, going back to university to get a Ph.D. in Psychology. His research centered on the importance of fun and play, and that’s what Mike continues to focus on today.Mike’s top tips for fun and productivity are:Stop using social media to wind down Create a time log for your week and be honest about the activities that aren’t moving you forwardReplace unproductive time with opportunities for fun, delight, wonder, and playUse lunch hours and weekends as actual breaks from workDedicate big chunks of time to particular tasks rather than trying to grab a few minutes here and thereAvoid multitasking, especially when you’re with your children and other loved onesHe says, “If you’re multitasking while you're also supposed to be spending time with the ones that you love, they feel that, and there's just no way to skirt around that.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:michaelrucker.comTwitter: @performbetterInstagram: @thewonderoffunRead: Bird By BirdGet your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

Mike Rucker, Ph.D. is a self-described fun expert who helps people have more fun and be more productive as a result. But he certainly didn’t start his career going down that path.Mike’s first job, so to speak, was creating a fanzine for skateboarders in the seventh grade. And his willingness to put himself out there, coupled with a bit of ingenuity, got him the opportunity to interview some big musicians. He went on to study Communications and Filmmaking at college, and his first professional job was at Universal Studios. While he loved the work, watching his colleagues get in at 7 am, not leave till 8 am, and miss out on having significant relationships outside of work didn't appeal to him. He pivoted into creating advertisements and websites, making a name for himself in the technology sector. Here’s where things went too good for Mike, or so he believes. Because Mike thinks entrepreneurs that get too many wins too early can get too cocky for their own good. So, full of confidence, Mike decided to do something he knew nothing about — open a taco stand at Manhattan Beach near LAX. He spent all of the money that he made from his last tech exit, and then he lost it all. So he pivoted, again, going back to university to get a Ph.D. in Psychology. His research centered on the importance of fun and play, and that’s what Mike continues to focus on today.Mike’s top tips for fun and productivity are:<ul><li>Stop using social media to wind down </li><li>Create a time log for your week and be honest about the activities that aren’t moving you forward</li><li>Replace unproductive time with opportunities for fun, delight, wonder, and play</li><li>Use lunch hours and weekends as actual breaks from work</li><li>Dedicate big chunks of time to particular tasks rather than trying to grab a few minutes here and there</li><li>Avoid multitasking, especially when you’re with your children and other loved ones</li></ul>He says, “If you’re multitasking while you're also supposed to be spending time with the ones that you love, they feel that, and there's just no way to skirt around that.”Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://michaelrucker.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">michaelrucker.com</a></li><li>Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/performbetter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@performbetter</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thewonderoffun/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thewonderoffun</a></li><li>Read: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bird-Some-Instructions-Writing-Life/dp/0385480016" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bird By Bird</a></li><li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li></ul>-- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 194 - How to Have More Fun & Be More Productive - with Mike Rucker, Ph.D

Tim Croll

When Tim Croll grew up, he really wanted to be a cowboy. There were a lot of adults in his life who promised a taste of that life, to take him fishing or hunting, but they didn’t come through. So Tim wanted to be self-reliant but also dependable.In adulthood, he ended up taking on a lot of responsibility... then found himself trying to beat up a garage door that had fallen down one day. This was a turning point in Tim’s life. He felt like an idiot for acting like that in front of his wife and kids. He knew that he had to change things. A mentor helped Tim realize that he was totally drained. He walked away from his highly successful eCommerce businesses and started journaling and reflecting with the help of books like Master the Key and the BeFulfilled Journal. This led him to discover his true purpose — helping others grow. He now helps business owners get unstuck, whether it’s with their strategy or sales and marketing. But what he loves most about coaching is helping entrepreneurs do the important things, like spending more time with their family.A huge part of his journey has involved giving up control and letting God take care of the results of his work. As he says, “It is definitely a test of faith.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:timcroll.comFacebook: @tim.crollLinkedIn: Tim Croll CoachingThe BeFulfilled JournalGet your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

When Tim Croll grew up, he really wanted to be a cowboy. There were a lot of adults in his life who promised a taste of that life, to take him fishing or hunting, but they didn’t come through. So Tim wanted to be self-reliant but also dependable.In adulthood, he ended up taking on a lot of responsibility... then found himself trying to beat up a garage door that had fallen down one day. This was a turning point in Tim’s life. He felt like an idiot for acting like that in front of his wife and kids. He knew that he had to change things. A mentor helped Tim realize that he was totally drained. He walked away from his highly successful eCommerce businesses and started journaling and reflecting with the help of books like <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key</a> and the <a href="https://www.befulfilledjournal.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BeFulfilled Journal</a>. This led him to discover his true purpose — helping others grow. He now helps business owners get unstuck, whether it’s with their strategy or sales and marketing. But what he loves most about coaching is helping entrepreneurs do the important things, like spending more time with their family.A huge part of his journey has involved giving up control and letting God take care of the results of his work. As he says, “It is definitely a test of faith.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://www.timcroll.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">timcroll.com</a></li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tim.croll" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@tim.croll</a></li><li>LinkedIn:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/timcroll/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Tim Croll Coaching</a></li><li>The <a href="https://www.befulfilledjournal.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BeFulfilled Journal</a></li><li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li></ul>--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 193 - Helping Others Grow - with Tim Croll

Rebecca Jackson

Today I’m re-releasing this amazing episode with musician Rebecca Jackson.Rebecca grew up in a family of self-taught artists, with diverse backgrounds – the intersection of Midwestern fiddle jams and South Korean karaoke. Music has given Rebecca a lot over the years, and now she is using music as a tool to give back as co-founder of Sound Impact, a collective of musicians dedicated to serving communities and igniting positive change in the U.S. and abroad through live performances, educational programs, and creative collaborations.Rebecca is also the Founder and Artistic Director of Music in May, an annual festival serving the Santa Cruz community with chamber music, and a violinist with the Ensemble in San Francisco, a collective of talented Bay Area musicians who make chamber music hip again.Learning to play music taught Rebecca many valuable lessons as a child, all of which helped her get to where she is today:Humility. “You never stop growing. You always have something more to learn.”Teamwork. “You’re not the only voice and you have to learn to play together to create a collective, beautiful sound.”Perseverance. “Because some days are tough and you just have to keep on going, and trust the process and your teacher.”Communication. Learning to have a stage presence teaches both verbal and nonverbal communication skills.Mentorship. The student-teacher relationship is really important in learning music, and it’s a good introduction to the idea that there’s always someone to learn from.Sound ImpactRebecca co-founded Sound Impact because she believes music is an incredibly powerful tool for changing, healing, and uniting communities. It’s so much more than notes on a page – it’s capable of bridging nationalities, religions, and ideologies.Rebecca has used music to honor Holocaust survivors, unite refugees, and empower children. She’s very much creating a positive Sound Impact in communities all around the world.Below you can watch a video of Sound Impact playing “Haim” by Polina Nazaykinskaya. Rebecca commissioned this piece to remember the incredible life of David Arden, the sole survivor of his family during the holocaust and one of Rebecca’s mentors.--Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:Sound Impact: SoundImpact.org | Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeMusicInMay.orgEnsemble San Francisco --We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

Today I’m re-releasing this amazing episode with musician Rebecca Jackson.Rebecca grew up in a family of self-taught artists, with diverse backgrounds – the intersection of Midwestern fiddle jams and South Korean karaoke. Music has given Rebecca a lot over the years, and now she is using music as a tool to give back as co-founder of <a href="https://www.soundimpact.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sound Impact</a>, a collective of musicians dedicated to serving communities and igniting positive change in the U.S. and abroad through live performances, educational programs, and creative collaborations.Rebecca is also the Founder and Artistic Director of <a href="http://musicinmay.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Music in May</a>, an annual festival serving the Santa Cruz community with chamber music, and a violinist with the <a href="http://ensemble-sanfrancisco.squarespace.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ensemble in San Francisco</a>, a collective of talented Bay Area musicians who make chamber music hip again.Learning to play music taught Rebecca many valuable lessons as a child, all of which helped her get to where she is today:<ul><li>Humility. “You never stop growing. You always have something more to learn.”</li><li>Teamwork. “You’re not the only voice and you have to learn to play together to create a collective, beautiful sound.”</li><li>Perseverance. “Because some days are tough and you just have to keep on going, and trust the process and your teacher.”</li><li>Communication. Learning to have a stage presence teaches both verbal and nonverbal communication skills.</li><li>Mentorship. The student-teacher relationship is really important in learning music, and it’s a good introduction to the idea that there’s always someone to learn from.</li></ul>Sound ImpactRebecca co-founded Sound Impact because she believes music is an incredibly powerful tool for changing, healing, and uniting communities. It’s so much more than notes on a page – it’s capable of bridging nationalities, religions, and ideologies.Rebecca has used music to honor Holocaust survivors, unite refugees, and empower children. She’s very much creating a positive Sound Impact in communities all around the world.Below you can watch a video of Sound Impact playing “Haim” by Polina Nazaykinskaya. Rebecca commissioned this piece to remember the incredible life of David Arden, the sole survivor of his family during the holocaust and one of Rebecca’s mentors.--Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:<ul><li>Sound Impact: <a href="https://www.soundimpact.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SoundImpact.org</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/soundimpactmusic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soundimpact/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0atzpwD8LTQRpdEYX3PywA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li><li><a href="http://musicinmay.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MusicInMay.org</a></li><li><a href="http://ensemble-sanfrancisco.squarespace.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ensemble San Francisco</a> </li></ul>-- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 192 - Sound Impact: How Music Changes, Heals, & Unites - with Rebecca Jackson (Replay)

Evan Herrman recently interviewed me on his show The Whole Person Podcast and we had such a great conversation I wanted to share it here. Evan and I got to know each other when he reached out to me after hearing me talk on someone else’s podcast. He wanted some financial advice, but also just to connect and make friends — and I’m so happy that he did. It’s truly amazing how podcasts can help people tap into new relationships and powerful communities.When Evan was seven years old, he wanted to be a pastor. He went to college, graduated with a degree in theology, got married the next week, and was then unemployed for nine months. So he became a real estate agent, and that felt very much like a second choice for him until he realized that fulfillment isn’t about your job. It’s about the person that you’re being. He started his podcast out of a desire to learn and grow, and he has been thrilled with the guests he’s been able to interview so far, including David Allen, author of Getting Things Done, and leadership mentor Michael Hyatt.Before he started podcasting, one of the stories he was telling himself was that he didn’t have anything value-wise to give to people because he was hurt and broken. He had this idea that he needed to come from a place of almost perfection to speak to people and give them advice to grow and develop.Then he thought, what if I don't come at my life from the perspective of having it together, but instead from the perspective of being a broken individual who's in the pursuit of wholeness? This new story enabled him to get the podcast started, but also to see himself with more love. In this conversation, we talk about the six bridges that are fundamental to self-worth and fulfillment - faith, family, finances, friendship, fitness, and fun. We also discuss how traditional measures of status and achievement can be taken away in the blink of an eye and how important it is to be vulnerable, humble, and open to the plan that God has for us. As Evan shares about his experience, “As soon as I abandoned my thoughts of what I was supposed to be, God naturally brought things together into something that I wasn't expecting.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:The Whole Person PodcastGet your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

Evan Herrman recently interviewed me on his show <a href="http://www.thewholepersonpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whole Person Podcast</a> and we had such a great conversation I wanted to share it here. Evan and I got to know each other when he reached out to me after hearing me talk on someone else’s podcast. He wanted some financial advice, but also just to connect and make friends — and I’m so happy that he did. It’s truly amazing how podcasts can help people tap into new relationships and powerful communities.When Evan was seven years old, he wanted to be a pastor. He went to college, graduated with a degree in theology, got married the next week, and was then unemployed for nine months. So he became a real estate agent, and that felt very much like a second choice for him until he realized that fulfillment isn’t about your job. It’s about the person that you’re being. He started his podcast out of a desire to learn and grow, and he has been thrilled with the guests he’s been able to interview so far, including David Allen, author of <a href="https://gettingthingsdone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Getting Things Done</a>, and leadership mentor Michael Hyatt.Before he started podcasting, one of the stories he was telling himself was that he didn’t have anything value-wise to give to people because he was hurt and broken. He had this idea that he needed to come from a place of almost perfection to speak to people and give them advice to grow and develop.Then he thought, what if I don't come at my life from the perspective of having it together, but instead from the perspective of being a broken individual who's in the pursuit of wholeness? This new story enabled him to get the podcast started, but also to see himself with more love. In this conversation, we talk about the six bridges that are fundamental to self-worth and fulfillment - faith, family, finances, friendship, fitness, and fun. We also discuss how traditional measures of status and achievement can be taken away in the blink of an eye and how important it is to be vulnerable, humble, and open to the plan that God has for us. As Evan shares about his experience, “As soon as I abandoned my thoughts of what I was supposed to be, God naturally brought things together into something that I wasn't expecting.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:<ul><li><a href="http://www.thewholepersonpodcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Whole Person Podcast</a></li><li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li></ul> --We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 191 - In Pursuit of Wholeness - with Evan Herrman

We've all heard it a thousand times: “If you want to be happy in life, follow your passion.” But is that true?Let's take a closer look. The word ‘passion’ comes from the Latin-rooted word pati, which means to suffer. So when someone tells you to follow your passion, they're actually saying you should do something that you're willing to suffer for.In today's entrepreneurial landscape, the word passion has been hijacked and saddled with a new meaning tied to a financial outcome. But passion has nothing to do with earning a 10x return or building a seven-figure business. Here's the question to ask yourself to see if you're passionate about what you're doing: “Am I willing to put in the work and never see the fruit?” If the answer is no, I hate to break it to you, but that's not your passion.Another reason people feel excited about following their passion is that their potential is not being realized at work. A Gallup study revealed that 85% of employees are not engaged, and it's costing us $7 trillion annually in lost productivity. And an estimated 37% of Americans have a side hustle, which is a chance for them to make extra money but also pursue something they’re more passionate about than their jobs.Adding to that, about half of new businesses fail to make it past the five-year mark. If passion is tied to achieving a certain financial outcome and your business is one of the ones that fail, your self-worth will take a big hit. So, let me suggest that you find your worth before you find your why.In order to see yourself as worthy, you need to answer the question, who am I? Here are three ways I recommend doing that:Do something that challenges you physically and mentally. For me, that was CrossFit because it required my full focus, attention, and awareness. As a result of successfully completing those challenging workouts, I discovered new neural pathways that fired off all kinds of creativity.Make time for reflection and visualization, preferably shortly after you've completed the physically demanding activity. Create “I am” statements. The great Lou Holtz once told me that the most important word in the English vocabulary is the word choice. The next two most important words are ‘I’ and ‘am.’About a decade ago, I was nearly broke. We had to short-sell our first home and I was diagnosed with postpartum depression after the birth of our fourth child. In every way, I saw myself as a failure. As I worked through this process, I discovered new things about myself. I rebuilt my sense of self-worth. I found a new Why, which turned out to be helping people find the truth that dwells within them. Instead of focusing on outcome, I am focused on using my gifts to help as many people as I can, and I'm willing to suffer for that.Lastly, I’d like to talk about the power of reflection. Go back in time and shine a light on the challenges that you've experienced in your life. Insert hope there and carry that forward into tomorrow.Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:Get your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

We've all heard it a thousand times: “If you want to be happy in life, follow your passion.” But is that true?Let's take a closer look. The word ‘passion’ comes from the Latin-rooted word pati, which means to suffer. So when someone tells you to follow your passion, they're actually saying you should do something that you're willing to suffer for.In today's entrepreneurial landscape, the word passion has been hijacked and saddled with a new meaning tied to a financial outcome. But passion has nothing to do with earning a 10x return or building a seven-figure business. Here's the question to ask yourself to see if you're passionate about what you're doing: “Am I willing to put in the work and never see the fruit?” If the answer is no, I hate to break it to you, but that's not your passion.Another reason people feel excited about following their passion is that their potential is not being realized at work. A Gallup study revealed that 85% of employees are not engaged, and it's costing us $7 trillion annually in lost productivity. And an estimated 37% of Americans have a side hustle, which is a chance for them to make extra money but also pursue something they’re more passionate about than their jobs.Adding to that, about half of new businesses fail to make it past the five-year mark. If passion is tied to achieving a certain financial outcome and your business is one of the ones that fail, your self-worth will take a big hit. So, let me suggest that you find your worth before you find your why.In order to see yourself as worthy, you need to answer the question, who am I? Here are three ways I recommend doing that:<ul><li>Do something that challenges you physically and mentally. For me, that was CrossFit because it required my full focus, attention, and awareness. As a result of successfully completing those challenging workouts, I discovered new neural pathways that fired off all kinds of creativity.</li><li>Make time for reflection and visualization, preferably shortly after you've completed the physically demanding activity. </li><li>Create “I am” statements. The great Lou Holtz once told me that the most important word in the English vocabulary is the word choice. The next two most important words are ‘I’ and ‘am.’</li></ul>About a decade ago, I was nearly broke. We had to short-sell our first home and I was diagnosed with postpartum depression after the birth of our fourth child. In every way, I saw myself as a failure. As I worked through this process, I discovered new things about myself. I rebuilt my sense of self-worth. I found a new Why, which turned out to be helping people find the truth that dwells within them. Instead of focusing on outcome, I am focused on using my gifts to help as many people as I can, and I'm willing to suffer for that.Lastly, I’d like to talk about the power of reflection. Go back in time and shine a light on the challenges that you've experienced in your life. Insert hope there and carry that forward into tomorrow.Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources:<ul><li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li></ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 190 - Find Your Worth

Hamilton Chan

Hamilton Chan’s parents told him he could be a doctor or a lawyer. His “tiger mom” even had a mini breakdown when he deferred law school for a year to work for JPMorgan Investment Banking. He promised her he’d go back to law school after the year was up, and that’s what he did. Years later, his investment banking friends were making millions of dollars a year while he was slogging away doing due diligence as a corporate transactional attorney... and his mom asked him why he didn’t stick with investment banking. But Hamilton tells us you can’t blame anyone but yourself for your life decisions.And Hamilton did experience outstanding success as a lawyer — he graduated from Harvard Law School, worked at a prestigious law firm in Los Angeles, represented Kobe Bryant, and worked at MGM Studios. But, ultimately, his legal career hit a dead end. He realized that he had taken what he was good at and polished it to such a point that it became something he no longer enjoyed. At one point, he was skimming hundreds of pages of documentation and writing about 15 pages of memos every day, without any time leftover to even pick up a magazine or read a book on the weekend.Entrepreneurship was calling.Hamilton wanted to be able to pursue creative endeavors, practice strategic thinking, and get out of corporate life. He told his family that he was very unhappy as an attorney, and his sister suggested he be a salesman at the family business, Charlie Chan Printing. After his whole family erupted in laughter, his mom and my dad said they could actually use some help. Although he had no experience in sales, he thought he could figure it out. Plus, he’d get to make business decisions and be involved in an enterprise that carried a lot of meaning and history for him.After working in the family business, Hamilton went on to launch a tech startup. Then Loyola Law School approached him to start an executive education program, now called LLX. Hamilton was responsible for co-creating the vision behind it and coding a brand new interactive platform to host it on. He also teaches a six week class on negotiating, and really considers his role at Loyola Law School to be the culmination of his life experience and a true labor of love.Hamilton’s tips from his off-the-beaten-path career are: Learn to negotiate. You can leave a tremendous amount on the table if you are not skilled at negotiating. Satisfy your curiosity and try new things.Realize that the business world is at least 90% networking. Hamilton used to see the world as super meritocratic and believed that, if you just produced the best work, everything would work out perfectly. Now he says that might be true for K-12, but not for the rest of your life.Make conscious choices to do the things that we should. The brain does such a phenomenal job of making sense of the world that it constantly discards contradictory information. And that's what helps us stay in a bad relationship, job, or situation.Craft the life that you want. Hamilton loves being able to spend time with his two daughters and his wife plus, have time for recreation, and work on projects that he finds meaningful and interesting. As for Hamilton’s view on the meaning of it all, he says, “The end purpose of life is love. And that that's why I value relationships so much.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:llx.lls.eduTwitter: @hamiltonchanRead: Delivering HappinessGet your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

Hamilton Chan’s parents told him he could be a doctor or a lawyer. His “tiger mom” even had a mini breakdown when he deferred law school for a year to work for JPMorgan Investment Banking. He promised her he’d go back to law school after the year was up, and that’s what he did. Years later, his investment banking friends were making millions of dollars a year while he was slogging away doing due diligence as a corporate transactional attorney... and his mom asked him why he didn’t stick with investment banking. But Hamilton tells us you can’t blame anyone but yourself for your life decisions.And Hamilton did experience outstanding success as a lawyer — he graduated from Harvard Law School, worked at a prestigious law firm in Los Angeles, represented Kobe Bryant, and worked at MGM Studios. But, ultimately, his legal career hit a dead end. He realized that he had taken what he was good at and polished it to such a point that it became something he no longer enjoyed. At one point, he was skimming hundreds of pages of documentation and writing about 15 pages of memos every day, without any time leftover to even pick up a magazine or read a book on the weekend.Entrepreneurship was calling.Hamilton wanted to be able to pursue creative endeavors, practice strategic thinking, and get out of corporate life. He told his family that he was very unhappy as an attorney, and his sister suggested he be a salesman at the family business, Charlie Chan Printing. After his whole family erupted in laughter, his mom and my dad said they could actually use some help. Although he had no experience in sales, he thought he could figure it out. Plus, he’d get to make business decisions and be involved in an enterprise that carried a lot of meaning and history for him.After working in the family business, Hamilton went on to launch a tech startup. Then Loyola Law School approached him to start an executive education program, now called LLX. Hamilton was responsible for co-creating the vision behind it and coding a brand new interactive platform to host it on. He also teaches a six week class on negotiating, and really considers his role at Loyola Law School to be the culmination of his life experience and a true labor of love.Hamilton’s tips from his off-the-beaten-path career are: <ul><li>Learn to negotiate. You can leave a tremendous amount on the table if you are not skilled at negotiating. </li><li>Satisfy your curiosity and try new things.</li><li>Realize that the business world is at least 90% networking. Hamilton used to see the world as super meritocratic and believed that, if you just produced the best work, everything would work out perfectly. Now he says that might be true for K-12, but not for the rest of your life.</li><li>Make conscious choices to do the things that we should. The brain does such a phenomenal job of making sense of the world that it constantly discards contradictory information. And that's what helps us stay in a bad relationship, job, or situation.</li><li>Craft the life that you want. Hamilton loves being able to spend time with his two daughters and his wife plus, have time for recreation, and work on projects that he finds meaningful and interesting. </li></ul>As for Hamilton’s view on the meaning of it all, he says, “The end purpose of life is love. And that that's why I value relationships so much.”Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://llx.lls.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">llx.lls.edu</a></li><li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/hamiltonchan" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@hamiltonchan</a></li><li>Read: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Delivering-Happiness-Profits-Passion-Purpose/dp/0446576220" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Delivering Happiness</a></li><li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li></ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 189 - When Corporate Life Ain’t For You - with Hamilton Chan

Marie Forleo

Marie Forleo is a wildly successful coach and multi-passionate entrepreneur. Her new book Everything Is Figureoutable is out now, and to celebrate, I’m re-releasing this podcast episode with Marie (originally ep. 72).Marie’s entrepreneurial journey started in a flurry on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. She’d recently graduated with a degree in finance and picked the mayhem of the Stock Exchange over a job in a cubicle. However she learnt very quickly that she hated the idea of having to go to the same place day in and day out every single day for the majority of the year. Her intuition was screaming at her to get out, so she did, leaving the Stock Exchange for a variety of jobs including bartending. How Intuition Drives Marie’s BusinessMarie says that intuition is a core part of everything she does in her business, especially important things like marketing, hiring, pricing and product development. Growing up, her mom always taught her that if someone tried to talk to her and she felt uncomfortable, to trust that small little voice inside that says run or don't talk to this person or whatever it is. Intuition led Marie in many directions, and that’s why she became a multi-passionate entrepreneur. When she started her coaching business she also had a passion for dance, fitness and for hip hop. She knew that if she split her focus, everything would grow slower and she wouldn't make as much money, but creatively she’d probably be fulfilled. That turned out to be true. Despite starting a dance career in her 20s (when some dancers are actually winding down their careers), Marie ended up choreographing hip hop for MTV and being one of the world’s first Nike Elite Dance Athletes.Another core value that drives Marie is curiosity. Curiosity is EssentialMarie believes that curiosity is integral to succeeding in business and life, especially in today’s environment where everything is changing so fast. She says, “If you believe that you already know everything, you're going to fail. Whether you fail right now or you fail in six months, or you fail in three years, you are going to fall on your face.”The Future of EntrepreneurshipMarie predicts that soon more and more people will have to behave in an entrepreneurial manner, even if they’re not necessarily founding a company. There are more freelancers than there have ever been, more people working with flexible schedules, and intrapreneurs are becoming increasingly valuable within organizations.She also believes that we’ll continue to see an emphasis on social entrepreneurship, and that, “Business owners who are wise enough to bake social good into their business model from a very sincere and genuine place are going to thrive in the future.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:Everything Is Figureoutablemarieforleo.comGet your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose--We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.--The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

Marie Forleo is a wildly successful coach and multi-passionate entrepreneur. Her new book <a href="https://everythingisfigureoutable.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Everything Is Figureoutable</a> is out now, and to celebrate, I’m re-releasing this podcast episode with Marie (originally ep. 72).Marie’s entrepreneurial journey started in a flurry on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. She’d recently graduated with a degree in finance and picked the mayhem of the Stock Exchange over a job in a cubicle. However she learnt very quickly that she hated the idea of having to go to the same place day in and day out every single day for the majority of the year. Her intuition was screaming at her to get out, so she did, leaving the Stock Exchange for a variety of jobs including bartending. How Intuition Drives Marie’s BusinessMarie says that intuition is a core part of everything she does in her business, especially important things like marketing, hiring, pricing and product development. Growing up, her mom always taught her that if someone tried to talk to her and she felt uncomfortable, to trust that small little voice inside that says run or don't talk to this person or whatever it is. Intuition led Marie in many directions, and that’s why she became a multi-passionate entrepreneur. When she started her coaching business she also had a passion for dance, fitness and for hip hop. She knew that if she split her focus, everything would grow slower and she wouldn't make as much money, but creatively she’d probably be fulfilled. That turned out to be true. Despite starting a dance career in her 20s (when some dancers are actually winding down their careers), Marie ended up choreographing hip hop for MTV and being one of the world’s first Nike Elite Dance Athletes.Another core value that drives Marie is curiosity. Curiosity is EssentialMarie believes that curiosity is integral to succeeding in business and life, especially in today’s environment where everything is changing so fast. She says, “If you believe that you already know everything, you're going to fail. Whether you fail right now or you fail in six months, or you fail in three years, you are going to fall on your face.”The Future of EntrepreneurshipMarie predicts that soon more and more people will have to behave in an entrepreneurial manner, even if they’re not necessarily founding a company. There are more freelancers than there have ever been, more people working with flexible schedules, and intrapreneurs are becoming increasingly valuable within organizations.She also believes that we’ll continue to see an emphasis on social entrepreneurship, and that, “Business owners who are wise enough to bake social good into their business model from a very sincere and genuine place are going to thrive in the future.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://everythingisfigureoutable.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Everything Is Figureoutable</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marieforleo.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">marieforleo.com</a></li><li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li></ul>-- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 188 - Living Life Curious, Fulfilled, & with Purpose – with Marie Forleo (Replay)

Paul White

Dr. Paul White grew up in a family business - his parents and grandfather designed and created point of purchase display stands. Sometimes at dinnertime his dad would lead a discussion and ask questions like, what needs do you see out there? How might those needs be met? Dr. White started working full-time on the factory floor the summer he was 12. He learnt a lot but declined to work at the company when he grew up, partly because he and his father didn’t always agree. Instead he started counseling people at his church then became a psychologist who worked with kids and families. In the ‘90s he forged a career in the corporate realm. 85% of the companies in the U.S. are family-owned so business consultant friends started asking him to help out because of his background. That led him into business succession planning and employee engagement.One day Dr. White was working with a father and son in their business, and realized they were just not connecting. Just prior to that he and his wife and had read the book, The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman. He thought it might be of value in the workplace so pursued Dr. Chapman for a year and finally got through to his assistant and set up a meeting.Dr. Chapman had already had 20-25 people pitch him with spin-off ideas about his book but was interested in Dr. White’s proposal about an online assessment tool for workplaces. Together they developed a set of tools to translate The Five Love Languages into a workplace context including a book called The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace. The materials have been translated into 20 languages and the book is selling more than a thousand copies every week.Dr. White is passionate about showing appreciation for employees, not just the high-achievers, partly because research shows that companies that treat their employees well and pay attention to employee engagement function better than those that don't. He also loves helping organizations find the right way to show appreciation, depending on individual and cultural preferences. For instance, a side hug might be the way to go in the south but in the north-east a nod across the room is more common.But it’s not all business. Dr. White is a huge proponent of empathy and treating employees well, not just because it’s good for the bottom line but because, “Employees are people. They're not just production units.”Don’t be a podcast...

Dr. Paul White grew up in a family business - his parents and grandfather designed and created point of purchase display stands. Sometimes at dinnertime his dad would lead a discussion and ask questions like, what needs do you see out there? How might those needs be met? Dr. White started working full-time on the factory floor the summer he was 12. He learnt a lot but declined to work at the company when he grew up, partly because he and his father didn’t always agree. Instead he started counseling people at his church then became a psychologist who worked with kids and families. In the ‘90s he forged a career in the corporate realm. 85% of the companies in the U.S. are family-owned so business consultant friends started asking him to help out because of his background. That led him into business succession planning and employee engagement.One day Dr. White was working with a father and son in their business, and realized they were just not connecting. Just prior to that he and his wife and had read the book, <a href="https://www.5lovelanguages.com/book/the-5-love-languages/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Five Love Languages</a> by Dr. Gary Chapman. He thought it might be of value in the workplace so pursued Dr. Chapman for a year and finally got through to his assistant and set up a meeting.Dr. Chapman had already had 20-25 people pitch him with spin-off ideas about his book but was interested in Dr. White’s proposal about an online assessment tool for workplaces. Together they developed a set of tools to translate <a href="https://www.5lovelanguages.com/book/the-5-love-languages/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Five Love Languages</a> into a workplace context including a book called <a href="https://www.appreciationatwork.com/5-languages-appreciation-workplace-improve-employee-engagement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace</a>. The materials have been translated into 20 languages and the book is selling more than a thousand copies every week.Dr. White is passionate about showing appreciation for employees, not just the high-achievers, partly because research shows that companies that treat their employees well and pay attention to employee engagement function better than those that don't. He also loves helping organizations find the right way to show appreciation, depending on individual and cultural preferences. For instance, a side hug might be the way to go in the south but in the north-east a nod across the room is more common.But it’s not all business. Dr. White is a huge proponent of empathy and treating employees well, not just because it’s good for the bottom line but because, “Employees are people. They're not just production units.”Don’t be a podcast...

Ep. 187 - Employee Engagement and Appreciation at Work - with Dr. Paul White

Luke Frazier

Luke Frazier defines himself as a servant leader who is inspired by the two great men in his life. Firstly, his grandfather. Luke says he’s the type of person who wakes up in the morning and asks, ‘How can I help the world?’ The second person was a teacher and pastor from Luke’s high school. He went to breakfast with Luke and his friends every Friday for two years and would always tell them to be good, which Luke interpreted as doing good in the world. Luke and one of his friends even got ‘be good’ tattooed on themselves about a year after their teacher and mentor passed away.And Luke sure has gone on to do good in the world. He is co-founder and executive director of depression2extinction (d2e), a nonprofit on a mission to create space for mental health awareness. While Luke doesn’t think depression can ever be completely eradicated, d2e aims to end the stigma around depression and teaches people how to prevent going to really deep, dark places where they feel there’s no one to talk to.To understand just how important this work is, you have to understand some of the facts around depression:3.1 million adolescents aged 12-17 had at least one depressive episode last yearThe total economic burden of depression is estimated to be $210.5 billion per year⅔ people with depression do not seek or receive proper treatment80% of those who receive treatment for depression show an improvement within 4-6 weeksTo address this problem of people not seeking the treatment that will most likely benefit them, d2e have developed a check-in tool (available on their website) so that people can easily communicate their feelings. They offer services for teens and young adults, and their program is currently in about 50 schools across the country. They are also implementing their first workplace health program with an aviation company in Austin.Most importantly, Luke advocates a mindful approach to avoiding conflict and anger. He says that when someone does something like cutting us off in traffic, “we can take some time to consider what they might be going through, ignore the lies that tell us to react with our emotions, and step into the good possibilities of our day.”Don’t be a podcast junkie…Resources:depression2extinction.orgInstagram: 

Luke Frazier defines himself as a servant leader who is inspired by the two great men in his life. Firstly, his grandfather. Luke says he’s the type of person who wakes up in the morning and asks, ‘How can I help the world?’ The second person was a teacher and pastor from Luke’s high school. He went to breakfast with Luke and his friends every Friday for two years and would always tell them to be good, which Luke interpreted as doing good in the world. Luke and one of his friends even got ‘be good’ tattooed on themselves about a year after their teacher and mentor passed away.And Luke sure has gone on to do good in the world. He is co-founder and executive director of depression2extinction (d2e), a nonprofit on a mission to create space for mental health awareness. While Luke doesn’t think depression can ever be completely eradicated, d2e aims to end the stigma around depression and teaches people how to prevent going to really deep, dark places where they feel there’s no one to talk to. To understand just how important this work is, you have to understand some of the facts around depression:<ul><li>3.1 million adolescents aged 12-17 had at least one depressive episode last year</li><li>The total economic burden of depression is estimated to be $210.5 billion per year</li><li>⅔ people with depression do not seek or receive proper treatment</li><li>80% of those who receive treatment for depression show an improvement within 4-6 weeks</li></ul> To address this problem of people not seeking the treatment that will most likely benefit them, d2e have developed a check-in tool (available on <a href="http://depression2extinction.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">their website</a>) so that people can easily communicate their feelings. They offer services for teens and young adults, and their program is currently in about 50 schools across the country. They are also implementing their first workplace health program with an aviation company in Austin. Most importantly, Luke advocates a mindful approach to avoiding conflict and anger. He says that when someone does something like cutting us off in traffic, “we can take some time to consider what they might be going through, ignore the lies that tell us to react with our emotions, and step into the good possibilities of our day.” Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://www.depression2extinction.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">depression2extinction.org</a></li><li>Instagram: </li></ul>

Ep. 186 - depression2extinction: Stepping Into the Good Possibilities of Your Day - with Luke Frazier

Mike Flynn takes you behind closed doors and invites you into his conversations with game changing entrepreneurs. These conversations go beyond success and failure, beyond product or service or platform, to uncover what is really behind the decisions these entrepreneurs make and what IMPACT they hope to have in the world.

I’ve been listening to Mike’s podcast for over a year and it never disappoints. The guest he has on the podcast continue to inspire and motivate me to be a better version of myself. 
Mike’s interviewing techniques continually improve when he speaks to his guest I feel like I’m listening to too long friends share their experiences. It’s personal and he finds a way with each guest to make it real and relevant.
I’d also recommend Mike’s book Master the Key.  It’s a great fictional story that will open your mind to achieving your goals!

Never Disappoints

That was a great podcast with Rapping Dad!  Mike Flynn is making greatness contagious!

Mike Flynn and Rapping Dad Derek Clark Bring it!

The Impact Entrepreneur

Daniel Harkavy

If you could pick any superpower, what would it be and how would you use it? If I had to pick a superpower it'd have to be healing, the ultimate physician and healer. I can't think of a more powerful and impactful superpower. If I could touch anybody and all of a sudden ailment and disease are taken away, I think that wins.   What was the impact moment that launched you on the path of entrepreneurship? The idea of Building Champions came to me after taking a sabbatical from the mortgage banking world. What fueled my passion for this business was that I loved the coaching piece of my last job. I really excelled at management and my style of management was to work with really talented, hungry, humble people and help go further, faster. Something that really excited me was owning my own company. I was surrounded by entrepreneurs from my grandparents to aunts and uncles. They were all startup kind of folks. I saw that as really real and possible.   Can you tell us a story of a mentor in your life who impacted your mindset and influenced outlook on your life and business? I'm always comfortable with asking people for help. I will always people for a cup of coffee. I will always ask people for 30 minutes. I always pushed myself to get out of my comfort zone. Therefore it enabled me to meet with a bunch a people that other people might be intimidated by.   You co-authored Living Forward with Michael Hyatt, but you were the first one to introduce him to the concept? I started coaching Michael and walked him through the Life Planning process which is one of the things we outlined in Living Forward. It made a profound impact on him, his thinking, his beliefs, his behaviors, and he's grown immensely since then. He loved Life Planning. He began sharing it. He wrote an ebook off our process, and then a couple years later approached me and said, "Hey, would you like to write this book with me?" and I said, "Dude I'm going to write it, so let's give it a go together." I'm really grateful we came together and created the Living Forward piece.   What is a Life Plan, and why do we need it? This Life Plan has your vision, your purpose, your primary role, and then it has specific actions that you can implement on a daily and weekly basis, so that every time you do you’re mindful of increasing net worth in all those areas. So it helps you to see what’s really important to you, and how you can strategically close the gap from current reality to that future state. A Life Plan is a dynamic tool that you plan from. It helps you to make more intentional decisions. You need one because most of us drift through life. Most of us will not tend to what matters most today. We buy a lie that we can get to it tomorrow. You need one so you don’t amass great net worth in certain accounts in your life, and go bankrupt in some others that are really important.   “How you lead life, impacts how you lead others. People don’t leave companies, they leave leaders.”   What are the main questions we need to be asking ourselves as we approach completing our Life Plan  Am I ready to fill my days with more intentionality? Am I at a place where I don’t want to feel like I’m out of control anymore? Am I at a place in my life where I know no matter what, I’m not going to get it all done, but I need to get the right things done?   What would you tell a 21-year old who looks at the word “legacy” and doesn’t think it applies to them? The sooner you come to grips with your mortality, and the opportunity you have today to make a difference - regardless of how young you are - you can make a huge difference today, but you’ve got to be crystal clear on what matters most to you. This world today doesn’t need a bunch of people to just say yes and go along with the trend. What we need is people who stand for something.   What impact can we expect to see from completing the Life Plan? You’re going to see impact everywhere. I’m not saying if you do it you’re going to have this perfect life. What is does is position to be filling your days and reacting to whatever life throws your way in ways that enable you to make proactive and intentional decisions. You’re in control more than you think so there’s peace in that. At the end of the day, when you look at your life 30 years from now, if you do this, you’re going to have a much high probability of living a regret-free life.   How will you measure your life? What fans my flames is how I impact others. My life’s going to be measured by how I live out my gifts, my callings, my passions, my purpose so I make a positive and lasting difference in the life of everybody I come into contact with.  Show Links Daniel’s Coaching Company - buildingchampions.com Living Forward book - livingforwardbook.com Living Forward Life Assesment - livingforwardassessment.com Facebook/Twitter - @DanielHarkavy

If you could pick any superpower, what would it be and how would you use it? If I had to pick a superpower it'd have to be healing, the ultimate physician and healer. I can't think of a more powerful and impactful superpower. If I could touch anybody and all of a sudden ailment and disease are taken away, I think that wins. What was the impact moment that launched you on the path of entrepreneurship? The idea of Building Champions came to me after taking a sabbatical from the mortgage banking world. What fueled my passion for this business was that I loved the coaching piece of my last job. I really excelled at management and my style of management was to work with really talented, hungry, humble people and help go further, faster. Something that really excited me was owning my own company. I was surrounded by entrepreneurs from my grandparents to aunts and uncles. They were all startup kind of folks. I saw that as really real and possible. Can you tell us a story of a mentor in your life who impacted your mindset and influenced outlook on your life and business? I'm always comfortable with asking people for help. I will always people for a cup of coffee. I will always ask people for 30 minutes. I always pushed myself to get out of my comfort zone. Therefore it enabled me to meet with a bunch a people that other people might be intimidated by. You co-authored Living Forward with Michael Hyatt, but you were the first one to introduce him to the concept? I started coaching Michael and walked him through the Life Planning process which is one of the things we outlined in Living Forward. It made a profound impact on him, his thinking, his beliefs, his behaviors, and he's grown immensely since then. He loved Life Planning. He began sharing it. He wrote an ebook off our process, and then a couple years later approached me and said, "Hey, would you like to write this book with me?" and I said, "Dude I'm going to write it, so let's give it a go together." I'm really grateful we came together and created the Living Forward piece. What is a Life Plan, and why do we need it? This Life Plan has your vision, your purpose, your primary role, and then it has specific actions that you can implement on a daily and weekly basis, so that every time you do you’re mindful of increasing net worth in all those areas. So it helps you to see what’s really important to you, and how you can strategically close the gap from current reality to that future state. A Life Plan is a dynamic tool that you plan from. It helps you to make more intentional decisions. You need one because most of us drift through life. Most of us will not tend to what matters most today. We buy a lie that we can get to it tomorrow. You need one so you don’t amass great net worth in certain accounts in your life, and go bankrupt in some others that are really important. “How you lead life, impacts how you lead others. People don’t leave companies, they leave leaders.” What are the main questions we need to be asking ourselves as we approach completing our Life Plan Am I ready to fill my days with more intentionality? Am I at a place where I don’t want to feel like I’m out of control anymore? Am I at a place in my life where I know no matter what, I’m not going to get it all done, but I need to get the right things done? What would you tell a 21-year old who looks at the word “legacy” and doesn’t think it applies to them? The sooner you come to grips with your mortality, and the opportunity you have today to make a difference - regardless of how young you are - you can make a huge difference today, but you’ve got to be crystal clear on what matters most to you. This world today doesn’t need a bunch of people to just say yes and go along with the trend. What we need is people who stand for something. What impact can we expect to see from completing the Life Plan? You’re going to see impact everywhere. I’m not saying if you do it you’re going to have this perfect life. What is does is position to be filling your days and reacting to whatever life throws your way in ways that enable you to make proactive and intentional decisions. You’re in control more than you think so there’s peace in that. At the end of the day, when you look at your life 30 years from now, if you do this, you’re going to have a much high probability of living a regret-free life. How will you measure your life? What fans my flames is how I impact others. My life’s going to be measured by how I live out my gifts, my callings, my passions, my purpose so I make a positive and lasting difference in the life of everybody I come into contact with. Show Links Daniel’s Coaching Company - <a href="http://www.buildingchampions.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">b</a><a href="http://www.buildingchampions.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">uildingchampions.com</a> Living Forward book - <a href="http://livingforwardbook.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">livingforwardbook.com</a> Living Forward Life Assesment - <a href="http://www.livingforwardassessment.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">livingforwardassessment.com</a> Facebook/Twitter - @DanielHarkavy

Ep. 4 - Daniel Harkavy, Best-Selling Author of 'Living Forward'

Mel Robbins

Mel Robbins is an expert on leadership and defeating doubt, a motivational powerhouse, and the best-selling author of  Stop Saying You’re Fine and  The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage. Nine years ago, things weren’t going quite as well for Mel. She lost her job, and she was on the verge of divorce and bankruptcy. As things started to go off the rails financially, her attitude, habits, and ability to cope followed. “It was a major crisis of confidence, of belonging, of career, of marriage… of everything.” When we experience adversity, the problems can feel so overwhelming that we don’t know how to solve them… and, in those moments, we will fall back on our habits, good or bad. If Mel had discovered The Five Second Rule earlier in life, she would have been equipped to respond to that adversity a little differently. So how can we use The Five Second Rule to get past setbacks or disappointments? The first thing you have to understand is that your whole life happens in five second windows. Throughout your day, whether you’re flying high or down in the dumps, you’re making decisions… and when you’re not paying attention, you make decisions based on self-doubt, procrastination, fears, excuses, and feelings. However, within any five second window, you have the choice to ether let self-doubt pull you back down the path or beat the habit of self doubt and take a step forward. “Once you understand the power to these five second decisions, you have the secret to changing absolutely everything.” How does The Five Second Rule work? It’s incredibly simple: the moment you are facing a decision and you are beginning to doubt yourself, count 5-4-3-2-1 in your head. Don’t count up, because you can keep going – when you count backwards, your brain is allowed to shift gears; you can turn off the interior region of the brain where habits are encoded and self-doubt lives, and turn on your prefrontal cortex. By counting, which is an action, you are already making a different decision than listening to self-doubt, and by counting you are moving in a direction that is opposite of self-doubt. As dumb as it may sound, the actual act of counting is incredibly powerful. After Mel started implementing the five second rule, everything in her life changed. She was changing your decisions, five seconds at a time. Nine years later, she and her husband have gone from facing divorce and bankruptcy to celebrating 21 years of marriage and launching two multi-million dollar companies together. -- Resources:  Learn more at MelRobbins.com Connect with Mel: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Watch Mel’s TEDxSF talk: “How to stop screwing yourself over” Read Mel’s books:    The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage  Stop Saying You’re Fine: The No-BS Guide to Getting What You Want    -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. -- Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

Mel Robbins is an expert on leadership and defeating doubt, a motivational powerhouse, and the best-selling author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Saying-Youre-Fine-Getting/dp/0307716732" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Stop Saying You’re Fine</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Second-Rule-Transform-Confidence-Everyday/dp/1682612384/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1483546565&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=5+second+rule" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage</a>. Nine years ago, things weren’t going quite as well for Mel. She lost her job, and she was on the verge of divorce and bankruptcy. As things started to go off the rails financially, her attitude, habits, and ability to cope followed. “It was a major crisis of confidence, of belonging, of career, of marriage… of everything.” When we experience adversity, the problems can feel so overwhelming that we don’t know how to solve them… and, in those moments, we will fall back on our habits, good or bad. If Mel had discovered The Five Second Rule earlier in life, she would have been equipped to respond to that adversity a little differently. So how can we use The Five Second Rule to get past setbacks or disappointments? The first thing you have to understand is that your whole life happens in five second windows. Throughout your day, whether you’re flying high or down in the dumps, you’re making decisions… and when you’re not paying attention, you make decisions based on self-doubt, procrastination, fears, excuses, and feelings. However, within any five second window, you have the choice to ether let self-doubt pull you back down the path or beat the habit of self doubt and take a step forward. “Once you understand the power to these five second decisions, you have the secret to changing absolutely everything.” How does The Five Second Rule work? It’s incredibly simple: the moment you are facing a decision and you are beginning to doubt yourself, count 5-4-3-2-1 in your head. Don’t count up, because you can keep going – when you count backwards, your brain is allowed to shift gears; you can turn off the interior region of the brain where habits are encoded and self-doubt lives, and turn on your prefrontal cortex. By counting, which is an action, you are already making a different decision than listening to self-doubt, and by counting you are moving in a direction that is opposite of self-doubt. As dumb as it may sound, the actual act of counting is incredibly powerful. After Mel started implementing the five second rule, everything in her life changed. She was changing your decisions, five seconds at a time. Nine years later, she and her husband have gone from facing divorce and bankruptcy to celebrating 21 years of marriage and launching two multi-million dollar companies together. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://melrobbins.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MelRobbins.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Mel: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/melrobbins" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/melrobbins" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mel_robbins/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/melrobbinslive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li> <li>Watch Mel’s TEDxSF talk: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lp7E973zozc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“How to stop screwing yourself over”</a></li> <li>Read Mel’s books:</li> <li> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Second-Rule-Transform-Confidence-Everyday/dp/1682612384/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1483546565&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=5+second+rule" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Saying-Youre-Fine-Getting/dp/0307716732" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Stop Saying You’re Fine: The No-BS Guide to Getting What You Want</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 79 - Transform Your Life with the #5SecondRule - with Mel Robbins

Chris Voss

Chris Voss is the CEO &amp; Founder of the Black Swan Group and author of  Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It. But before Chris donned his entrepreneur hat, he was the lead international kidnapping negotiator for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, as well as the FBI’s hostage negotiation representative for the National Security Council’s Hostage Working Group.   He has used his many years of experience in international crisis and high-stakes negotiations to develop a unique program and team that applies these globally proven techniques to the business world, and today we’re going to learn some of those techniques.   “You can get everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” –Zig Ziglar   In reflecting on the Zig Ziglar quote above, I found myself pondering a question: do you need to know what you want before you can help other people get what they want?   “Absolutely not,” Chris answered without hesitation. “It’s much more a question of is that the beginning of your thinking or confining your thinking.” What Chris means is that we can’t allow goal setting to narrow our focus because “whatever goal you have in mind is, at best, maybe 80% of what’s out there.”   Let’s use an FBI negotiation as an example. In any negotiation, there are two problems: being focused on a goal and being focused on how you’re going to get there.   The inherent danger in these problems – things that some might consider common course in their business or life – is that when you know exactly what you want, you can become inflexible and miss out on unexpected opportunities that come up.   “Never be so sure of what you want that you wouldn’t take something better,” Chris says. It helps the FBI get the best information, and it can help you get the most of what’s available in business and in life.   Conquering Fear   What role does fear play in negotiation, in business, and in life? “THE role.”   Chris says the hardest thing for us to do is admit that we’re afraid of anything. So how do you conquer or overcome that? There are two hacks:    Chris learned in his time on crisis intervention lines that if you can turn someone from grief to gratitude, regardless of what the issue is, they’ll be almost instantaneously healed. The identification of the negative diminishes it, “every single time.” A study highlighted in the book  The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time demonstrates that when people simply identify what they’re feeling (whether it’s sadness, disparity, fear, or something else) the electrical activity in the negative part of the brain drops. Not some of the time, but every single time.    So how do you deal with a negative feeling like fear? Self-identify it and then reorient yourself towards gratitude!   You can learn more incredible hacks like this in Chris’ “The Edge” newsletter.   “The Edge” is a free newsletter that comes out every Tuesday. It’s a short, easy read that will help you keep your negotiation skills up-to-speed.   To sign up, head over to https://blog.blackswanltd.com/the-edge or text “fbiempathy” to 22828.   --     Resources:  Learn more at blackswanltd.com  Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It Connect with Chris: Facebook | Twitter  Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman  The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time by Alex Korb    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

Chris Voss is the CEO &amp; Founder of the Black Swan Group and author of <a href="http://info.blackswanltd.com/never-split-the-difference" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It</a>. But before Chris donned his entrepreneur hat, he was the lead international kidnapping negotiator for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, as well as the FBI’s hostage negotiation representative for the National Security Council’s Hostage Working Group. He has used his many years of experience in international crisis and high-stakes negotiations to develop a unique program and team that applies these globally proven techniques to the business world, and today we’re going to learn some of those techniques. “You can get everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” –Zig Ziglar In reflecting on the Zig Ziglar quote above, I found myself pondering a question: do you need to know what you want before you can help other people get what they want? “Absolutely not,” Chris answered without hesitation. “It’s much more a question of is that the beginning of your thinking or confining your thinking.” What Chris means is that we can’t allow goal setting to narrow our focus because “whatever goal you have in mind is, at best, maybe 80% of what’s out there.” Let’s use an FBI negotiation as an example. In any negotiation, there are two problems: being focused on a goal and being focused on how you’re going to get there. The inherent danger in these problems – things that some might consider common course in their business or life – is that when you know exactly what you want, you can become inflexible and miss out on unexpected opportunities that come up. “Never be so sure of what you want that you wouldn’t take something better,” Chris says. It helps the FBI get the best information, and it can help you get the most of what’s available in business and in life. Conquering Fear What role does fear play in negotiation, in business, and in life? “THE role.” Chris says the hardest thing for us to do is admit that we’re afraid of anything. So how do you conquer or overcome that? There are two hacks: <ul> <li>Chris learned in his time on crisis intervention lines that if you can turn someone from grief to gratitude, regardless of what the issue is, they’ll be almost instantaneously healed.</li> <li>The identification of the negative diminishes it, “every single time.” A study highlighted in the book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Upward-Spiral-Neuroscience-Reverse-Depression/dp/B00T3JFM9S" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time</a> demonstrates that when people simply identify what they’re feeling (whether it’s sadness, disparity, fear, or something else) the electrical activity in the negative part of the brain drops. Not some of the time, but every single time.</li> </ul> So how do you deal with a negative feeling like fear? Self-identify it and then reorient yourself towards gratitude! You can learn more incredible hacks like this in Chris’ “The Edge” newsletter. “The Edge” is a free newsletter that comes out every Tuesday. It’s a short, easy read that will help you keep your negotiation skills up-to-speed. To sign up, head over to <a href="https://blog.blackswanltd.com/the-edge" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.blackswanltd.com/the-edge</a> or text “fbiempathy” to 22828. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://blackswanltd.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackswanltd.com</a></li> <li><a href="http://info.blackswanltd.com/never-split-the-difference" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Never Split The Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It</a></li> <li>Connect with Chris: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChrisVossNegotiation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/VossNegotiation" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0374533555" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Thinking, Fast and Slow</a> by Daniel Kahneman</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Upward-Spiral-Neuroscience-Reverse-Depression/dp/B00T3JFM9S" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time</a> by Alex Korb</li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 138 - How You Can Use the FBI’s Field-Tested Negotiation Strategies in Business - with Chris Voss

Jason Coombs

When I think about someone listening to this show, I imagine each guest reaching out of the phone to offer the listener something we all desperately need: the ability to believe that we are capable of accomplishing great things and creating a huge impact. And today’s guest, Jason Coombs, has a profound story that I believe will do just that.   Jason Coombs is the Founder of Brick House Recovery, a faith-based addiction treatment center in Boise, Idaho – and Jason himself is living proof that this program works.   After a car accident, Jason was offered his first Oxycontin (crushed up and in a line) and an opportunity to get his own prescription. A few months later, the FBI and DEA knocked on his door to serve him four felonies and a misdemeanor… and that wasn’t even the worst of it.   The fraudulent doctor’s office that prescribed Jason was the center of the largest Oxycontin ring in history, and after it was gone hundreds of addicts had nowhere else to go. So they went to the black market, where prices skyrocketed and Jason drained his bank account. Eventually, Jason moved on to heroin – a cheaper and more available alternative.   Jason tried to control his drug use for nearly ten years, attempting five treatment programs and failing. He was taught “what” addiction was, “where” it could lead, and “why” it was destructive to him, but something was missing. Finally, following the program he now shares with others through Brick House Recovery, Jason and his family learned how to put the disease into remission, one day at a time.   Now, clean and sober for many years, Jason passes on this faith-based approach to his clients and their families.   We all get to decide whether what we’ve been given is a gift or not. We all get to control the narrative of our own life and how we share it with others – and we can choose to use our stories to make a huge, positive impact.   --     Resources:  Learn more at brickhouserecovery.com    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

When I think about someone listening to this show, I imagine each guest reaching out of the phone to offer the listener something we all desperately need: the ability to believe that we are capable of accomplishing great things and creating a huge impact. And today’s guest, Jason Coombs, has a profound story that I believe will do just that. Jason Coombs is the Founder of Brick House Recovery, a faith-based addiction treatment center in Boise, Idaho – and Jason himself is living proof that this program works. After a car accident, Jason was offered his first Oxycontin (crushed up and in a line) and an opportunity to get his own prescription. A few months later, the FBI and DEA knocked on his door to serve him four felonies and a misdemeanor… and that wasn’t even the worst of it. The fraudulent doctor’s office that prescribed Jason was the center of the largest Oxycontin ring in history, and after it was gone hundreds of addicts had nowhere else to go. So they went to the black market, where prices skyrocketed and Jason drained his bank account. Eventually, Jason moved on to heroin – a cheaper and more available alternative. Jason tried to control his drug use for nearly ten years, attempting five treatment programs and failing. He was taught “what” addiction was, “where” it could lead, and “why” it was destructive to him, but something was missing. Finally, following the program he now shares with others through Brick House Recovery, Jason and his family learned how to put the disease into remission, one day at a time. Now, clean and sober for many years, Jason passes on this faith-based approach to his clients and their families. We all get to decide whether what we’ve been given is a gift or not. We all get to control the narrative of our own life and how we share it with others – and we can choose to use our stories to make a huge, positive impact. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://brickhouserecovery.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">brickhouserecovery.com</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 118 - Recovering from Addiction & Sharing Our Stories to Empower Others - with Jason Coombs

Logan Gelbrich

There are a lot of conversations these days around really taking hold of the narrative of your life, and not just passively reacting to life but actively responding to who you are created to be, what you’re called to, and what you’re capable of becoming – and I am all for it!   So, today, I want to add on to this conversation that society is having through my conversation with Logan Gelbrich, a man who has not just asked himself these questions but embodies his answers to them.   Logan is a former professional baseball player for the San Diego Padres, a “Functional Coach” working with DEUCE Gym, and the author of  Going Right: A Logical Justification for Pursuing Your Dreams.   Logan was lucky enough to know that he wanted to be a baseball player from a very young age, and he had the drive to make it happen – but, unfortunately, professional sports careers often don’t have a very long lifespan. So, after Logan’s professional baseball career was over, he had to ask himself all of those questions again.   Luckily, baseball taught Logan to orient towards that which is in his control. So, instead of wallowing in a decision he couldn’t change, he focused on what he could do moving forward.   Finding our next best next step in life requires identifying what’s at the intersection of our curiosity and commitment, and in Logan’s book, he takes an objective and utilitarian view on this subject. He urges readers to ask themselves, “How are you most useful to yourself and your community?”   What doesn’t work, he says, is just picking what you’re going to do next arbitrarily. You can’t stay committed to an idea you just picked out of a hat, or because it was trending on Google. You probably can, however, stay committed to an idea or organization that has captured your curiosity and lit you up in the past. And through that commitment and curiosity, you can pursue a life where you are always pushing yourself to the edge of what you are capable of and constantly evolving.   But Logan says that a lot of us are intentionally avoiding difficulty, and as a result, we are losing ourselves along the way. The path most travelled is covered in complacency, so I urge you to choose the path less travelled; a path packed with curiosity, challenge, and growth.   --     Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources:  Learn more at http://holdthestandard.com Read:  Going Right: A Logical Justification for Pursuing Your Dreams Instagram: instagram.com/functionalcoach/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Logan-Gelbrich-1867808216814552/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FunctionalCoach Hold the Standard Summit: https://prep.deucegym.com/courses/category/Seminars    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

There are a lot of conversations these days around really taking hold of the narrative of your life, and not just passively reacting to life but actively responding to who you are created to be, what you’re called to, and what you’re capable of becoming – and I am all for it! So, today, I want to add on to this conversation that society is having through my conversation with Logan Gelbrich, a man who has not just asked himself these questions but embodies his answers to them. Logan is a former professional baseball player for the San Diego Padres, a “Functional Coach” working with DEUCE Gym, and the author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Going-Right-Logical-Justification-Pursuing/dp/0578453088" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Going Right: A Logical Justification for Pursuing Your Dreams</a>. Logan was lucky enough to know that he wanted to be a baseball player from a very young age, and he had the drive to make it happen – but, unfortunately, professional sports careers often don’t have a very long lifespan. So, after Logan’s professional baseball career was over, he had to ask himself all of those questions again. Luckily, baseball taught Logan to orient towards that which is in his control. So, instead of wallowing in a decision he couldn’t change, he focused on what he could do moving forward. Finding our next best next step in life requires identifying what’s at the intersection of our curiosity and commitment, and in Logan’s book, he takes an objective and utilitarian view on this subject. He urges readers to ask themselves, “How are you most useful to yourself and your community?” What doesn’t work, he says, is just picking what you’re going to do next arbitrarily. You can’t stay committed to an idea you just picked out of a hat, or because it was trending on Google. You probably can, however, stay committed to an idea or organization that has captured your curiosity and lit you up in the past. And through that commitment and curiosity, you can pursue a life where you are always pushing yourself to the edge of what you are capable of and constantly evolving. But Logan says that a lot of us are intentionally avoiding difficulty, and as a result, we are losing ourselves along the way. The path most travelled is covered in complacency, so I urge you to choose the path less travelled; a path packed with curiosity, challenge, and growth. -- Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="http://holdthestandard.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://holdthestandard.com</a></li> <li>Read: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Going-Right-Logical-Justification-Pursuing/dp/0578453088" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Going Right: A Logical Justification for Pursuing Your Dreams</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/functionalcoach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/functionalcoach/</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Logan-Gelbrich-1867808216814552/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.facebook.com/Logan-Gelbrich-1867808216814552/</a></li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/FunctionalCoach" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/FunctionalCoach</a></li> <li>Hold the Standard Summit: <a href="https://prep.deucegym.com/courses/category/Seminars" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://prep.deucegym.com/courses/category/Seminars</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 165 - A Logical Justification for Pursuing Your Dreams - with Logan Gelbrich

I’m incredibly honored to have a Very Special (Secret) Guest on the podcast today, one of my biggest inspirations and supports in starting this podcast.   We start off fun, but this conversation gets raw, authentic, and real – for both of us! I I thank you all for joining me on this journey. We’re 100 episodes in, but we’re only just beginning. --       Resources:  Connect with us: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Read: One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp 

I’m incredibly honored to have a Very Special (Secret) Guest on the podcast today, one of my biggest inspirations and supports in starting this podcast. We start off fun, but this conversation gets raw, authentic, and real – for both of us! I I thank you all for joining me on this journey. We’re 100 episodes in, but we’re only just beginning. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Connect with us: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/impactentrepreneurshow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/theimpactmike/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theimpactmike/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li> <li>Read: <a href="http://onethousandgifts.com/the-book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">One Thousand Gifts</a> by Ann Voskamp</li> </ul>

Ep. 100 - Celebrating Our Centennial - with a Very Special Guest

Kelly Clements

After a decade of coaching extremely successful individuals in their businesses, our guest Kelly Clements understands where the true power comes from: the relationship that they have with their spouse, specifically. This precious relationship is a huge driver towards success, yet it’s often the relationship that suffers most in the pursuit of excellence.   Kelly is the author of  The Power of Play, Praise and Purpose: The Best Kept Secrets of Thriving Entrepreneurial Couples, in which she has created a process to not only revive these relationships, but also help these relationships THRIVE.   When shared, purpose can unite a couple – however, when it’s not shared, it will divide them. And Kelly believes that everybody has a purpose, but that purpose is only revealed when we step into our best self.   However, we can’t necessarily coach our spouses, so Kelly’s program gives each person in a relationship the opportunity to learn, grow, and focus on themselves.   When entrepreneurs are at work, they can get in a state of flow – and that can be addicting. Play at home is so powerful because it activates the same part of our brains as flow, or alcohol. Play is the only thing that recharges the batteries; “Play precedes productivity.”   How can we start incorporating more play today? Kelly suggests...    15 minutes of play every day One date night every week A quarterly or annual getaway    Start by just saying yes, and then you can figure out the pace that is right for you. --     Resources:  Learn more at TheEntrepRenewer.com Connect with Kelly on Facebook Read:  The Power of Play, Praise and Purpose: The Best Kept Secrets of Thriving Entrepreneurial Couples  --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. --   Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

After a decade of coaching extremely successful individuals in their businesses, our guest Kelly Clements understands where the true power comes from: the relationship that they have with their spouse, specifically. This precious relationship is a huge driver towards success, yet it’s often the relationship that suffers most in the pursuit of excellence. Kelly is the author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Power-Play-Praise-Purpose-Entrepreneurial-ebook/dp/B077CZ9W9K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1511785912&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=play+praise+purpose" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Power of Play, Praise and Purpose: The Best Kept Secrets of Thriving Entrepreneurial Couples</a>, in which she has created a process to not only revive these relationships, but also help these relationships THRIVE. When shared, purpose can unite a couple – however, when it’s not shared, it will divide them. And Kelly believes that everybody has a purpose, but that purpose is only revealed when we step into our best self. However, we can’t necessarily coach our spouses, so Kelly’s program gives each person in a relationship the opportunity to learn, grow, and focus on themselves. When entrepreneurs are at work, they can get in a state of flow – and that can be addicting. Play at home is so powerful because it activates the same part of our brains as flow, or alcohol. Play is the only thing that recharges the batteries; “Play precedes productivity.” How can we start incorporating more play today? Kelly suggests... <ul> <li>15 minutes of play every day</li> <li>One date night every week</li> <li>A quarterly or annual getaway</li> </ul> Start by just saying yes, and then you can figure out the pace that is right for you. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://theentreprenewer.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheEntrepRenewer.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Kelly on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EntreprenewHer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li> <li>Read: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Power-Play-Praise-Purpose-Entrepreneurial-ebook/dp/B077CZ9W9K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1511785912&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=play+praise+purpose" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Power of Play, Praise and Purpose: The Best Kept Secrets of Thriving Entrepreneurial Couples</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 93 - The Power of Play, Praise, & Purpose in Thriving Entrepreneurial Relationships - with Kelly Clements

Brad Stulberg

Brad Stulberg researches, writes, speaks, and coaches on the science of human performance. He explores the principles of mastery that transcend capabilities and domains – the underlying practices that are necessary for sustainable success – and helps others implement those practices. Brad writes about performance in New York and Outside magazines and co-authored Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success. “It’s very, very hard to go full tilt without giving yourself time to rest and recover.” High performers are often driven or passionate, and we’ve discussed passion a lot on The Impact Entrepreneur Show, but we rarely discuss the dark side of passion. When we’re truly driven by a passion, we may not have the ability to turn it off or detach from it. This is dangerous because, inevitably, you will burn out and fall short of your peak. That’s why rest is a vital ingredient in sustainable success. In Peak Performance, Brad writes about The Growth Equation: Stress + Rest = Growth. (Stress, in this context, doesn’t mean something negative – in biological terms, it is any stimulus or challenge to an organism.) Balance doesn’t really exist, so we’re not going consider this equation in terms of balance. Instead, the challenge is finding just the right amount of friction to keep going without experiencing so much friction that you stop completely. All world-class performers are aware of this cycle. They understand that achieving a goal requires leaving their comfort zone (stress), but what separates the best performers from those that fall short is that the best performers also have the courage to rest. So how can individuals and organizations prevent their passion from turning into obsession and figure out The Growth Equation? Aligning your goals with a purpose greater than yourself, what you are creating, or the amount of money you have in the bank can give you the perspective and mindset necessary to achieve sustainable success. The first step is to reflect on what your core values are, or guiding principles for how you want to live your life and function as a person.  Examples of common core values: Creativity, community, intellect, health, knowledge, power, humility, love, relationships. Reflect on one or two values that really resonate with you and what they mean to you, and put a personal spin on it. Then you can ask yourself, “Am I living these core values?”  When we combine this sort of visualization and reflection with presence, powerful things can happen. “All great performers have figured out the value of single-tasking.” The key to maintaining presence, especially in today’s notification-heavy digital age, is single-tasking. Whether you’re having an important conversation with your romantic partner, writing a white paper, pitching a client, or building a financial model, if you are completely focused on what you are doing you tend to have significantly better results and output. One of the simplest tricks to make single-tasking easier is to simply remove temptation. Even when we’re not using our phones, for example, their presence has an effect on our brain and our focus. If we remove the possibility of distraction, and another decision, we don’t have to rely on our willpower to be productive. --   Resources:  Connect with Brad: Website | Twitter | Facebook Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success by Brad Stulberg &amp; Steve Magness  Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values by Robert M. Pirsig  -- We are also brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

Brad Stulberg researches, writes, speaks, and coaches on the science of human performance. He explores the principles of mastery that transcend capabilities and domains – the underlying practices that are necessary for sustainable success – and helps others implement those practices. Brad writes about performance in New York and Outside magazines and co-authored <a href="https://www.peakperformancebook.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success</a>. “It’s very, very hard to go full tilt without giving yourself time to rest and recover.” High performers are often driven or passionate, and we’ve discussed passion a lot on The Impact Entrepreneur Show, but we rarely discuss the dark side of passion. When we’re truly driven by a passion, we may not have the ability to turn it off or detach from it. This is dangerous because, inevitably, you will burn out and fall short of your peak. That’s why rest is a vital ingredient in sustainable success. In Peak Performance, Brad writes about The Growth Equation: Stress + Rest = Growth. (Stress, in this context, doesn’t mean something negative – in biological terms, it is any stimulus or challenge to an organism.) Balance doesn’t really exist, so we’re not going consider this equation in terms of balance. Instead, the challenge is finding just the right amount of friction to keep going without experiencing so much friction that you stop completely. All world-class performers are aware of this cycle. They understand that achieving a goal requires leaving their comfort zone (stress), but what separates the best performers from those that fall short is that the best performers also have the courage to rest. So how can individuals and organizations prevent their passion from turning into obsession and figure out The Growth Equation? Aligning your goals with a purpose greater than yourself, what you are creating, or the amount of money you have in the bank can give you the perspective and mindset necessary to achieve sustainable success. The first step is to reflect on what your core values are, or guiding principles for how you want to live your life and function as a person. <ul> <li>Examples of common core values: Creativity, community, intellect, health, knowledge, power, humility, love, relationships.</li> <li>Reflect on one or two values that really resonate with you and what they mean to you, and put a personal spin on it. Then you can ask yourself, “Am I living these core values?”</li> </ul> When we combine this sort of visualization and reflection with presence, powerful things can happen. “All great performers have figured out the value of single-tasking.” The key to maintaining presence, especially in today’s notification-heavy digital age, is single-tasking. Whether you’re having an important conversation with your romantic partner, writing a white paper, pitching a client, or building a financial model, if you are completely focused on what you are doing you tend to have significantly better results and output. One of the simplest tricks to make single-tasking easier is to simply remove temptation. Even when we’re not using our phones, for example, their presence has an effect on our brain and our focus. If we remove the possibility of distraction, and another decision, we don’t have to rely on our willpower to be productive. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Connect with Brad: <a href="http://www.bradstulberg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/BStulberg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BradStulberg/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.peakperformancebook.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success</a> by Brad Stulberg &amp; Steve Magness</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Art-Motorcycle-Maintenance-Inquiry/dp/0060589469" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values</a> by Robert M. Pirsig</li> </ul> -- We are also brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 69 - Why Peak Performers are Driven by Purpose - with Brad Stulberg

Flynn Cochran

Shakespeare said, “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.” And our guest, Flynn Cochran, is definitely someone who achieved greatness (although he was born with a great name).   Flynn is a former U.S. Navy SEAL Officer, a former McKinsey &amp; Co. Engagement Manager, and a graduate of Harvard Business School. Today he is the Chief Strategy Officer at Echelon Front, where he shares the exceptional leadership experience and insight he learned from both the SEAL Teams and business world. He had the benefit of experiencing leadership lessons from the likes of Leif Babin and Jocko Willink (a previous guest on the show:  Ep. 25 – Navy SEAL &amp; Leadership Expert Jocko Willink: Taking Extreme Ownership), and he saw the power of Extreme Ownership firsthand.   When I look back at Flynn’s impressive resume, I see a throughline of intensity, from football to ROTC to the Navy SEALS to Harvard to Echelon Front. So I wanted to know, what drives this?   In many ways, it goes back to growing up as the sixth of eight kids. Growing up in a large family taught Flynn two huge lessons: you have to do something exceptional to get attention, be it good or bad, and everything is better as a team.   “Individual achievements are just that – individual. They don’t bring up the rest of the team.”   Think of the business world today, where disengagement is rising and, ultimately, costing industry $500B annually. If that had happened in the SEAL Teams, missions would fail and lives would be lost – but they didn’t show up disengaged because they knew what was at stake.   This is an element missing in business today, as well as in our own individual lives; we don’t have a clear idea of what’s at stake, what matters, and why we should take action on it.   Flynn warns us that it certainly isn’t easy to create an organization where everyone believes in a single, unified Why, but what worth doing is ever easy?   Going back to the idea of team unity, as opposed to the pursuit of individual achievement, is a great place to start. Building meaningful relationships with the people around you will allow you to stay more engaged because you care about how your work impacts them, and the same lesson can be applied to your life at home.   Again, everything is better as a team – and all great teams need an exceptional leader.   “Leaders who take the blinders off take their organizations to heights they haven’t seen, and they realize that their influence, their actions, can have a massive impact on where it goes.”   --     Resources:  Learn more at echelonfront.com Connect with Flynn: Facebook | Twitter  Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy Seals Lead and Win by Jocko Willink &amp; Leif Babin    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

Shakespeare said, “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them.” And our guest, Flynn Cochran, is definitely someone who achieved greatness (although he was born with a great name). Flynn is a former U.S. Navy SEAL Officer, a former McKinsey &amp; Co. Engagement Manager, and a graduate of Harvard Business School. Today he is the Chief Strategy Officer at Echelon Front, where he shares the exceptional leadership experience and insight he learned from both the SEAL Teams and business world. He had the benefit of experiencing leadership lessons from the likes of Leif Babin and Jocko Willink (a previous guest on the show: <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/podcasts/ep-25-navy-seal-leadership-expert-jocko-willink-taking-extreme-ownership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ep. 25 – Navy SEAL &amp; Leadership Expert Jocko Willink: Taking Extreme Ownership</a>), and he saw the power of Extreme Ownership firsthand. When I look back at Flynn’s impressive resume, I see a throughline of intensity, from football to ROTC to the Navy SEALS to Harvard to Echelon Front. So I wanted to know, what drives this? In many ways, it goes back to growing up as the sixth of eight kids. Growing up in a large family taught Flynn two huge lessons: you have to do something exceptional to get attention, be it good or bad, and everything is better as a team. “Individual achievements are just that – individual. They don’t bring up the rest of the team.” Think of the business world today, where disengagement is rising and, ultimately, costing industry $500B annually. If that had happened in the SEAL Teams, missions would fail and lives would be lost – but they didn’t show up disengaged because they knew what was at stake. This is an element missing in business today, as well as in our own individual lives; we don’t have a clear idea of what’s at stake, what matters, and why we should take action on it. Flynn warns us that it certainly isn’t easy to create an organization where everyone believes in a single, unified Why, but what worth doing is ever easy? Going back to the idea of team unity, as opposed to the pursuit of individual achievement, is a great place to start. Building meaningful relationships with the people around you will allow you to stay more engaged because you care about how your work impacts them, and the same lesson can be applied to your life at home. Again, everything is better as a team – and all great teams need an exceptional leader. “Leaders who take the blinders off take their organizations to heights they haven’t seen, and they realize that their influence, their actions, can have a massive impact on where it goes.” -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://echelonfront.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">echelonfront.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Flynn: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/flynn.cochran" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/flynnjcochran?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250067057/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1250067057&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=jockpodc-20&amp;linkId=JLIWL6YB57FZPTS2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy Seals Lead and Win</a> by Jocko Willink &amp; Leif Babin</li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 132 - Everything is Better as a Team: From SEAL Teams to the Business World - with Flynn Cochran

Leah Darrow

Leah Darrow joins the show today to teach us all about the Made for More Mentality.   Leah is a former model and contestant on America’s Next Top Model who has a driving passion to inspire women to do something beautiful with their lives. She is an international Catholic speaker, author of  The Other Side of Beauty, and host of the Do Something Beautiful podcast.   I ask Leah about her final episode of Top Model and what attracted her to modeling in the first place – with that high-stress situation as an example, in particular, it can be difficult to understand why anyone would want to do that.   However, it all comes down to one of the most basic human desires: you want to be loved and you want to be beautiful.   Unfortunately, we’ve distorted beauty so it almost exclusively pertains to the physical these days, and at the time, that’s what she was pursuing. But she got fed up with it. She didn’t want to be known as a pretty picture or a pretty girl, and she certainly didn’t want to get used to being used to sell products.   So today, Leah is concerned with the beauty of the soul; the beauty of someone who is compassionate, who is generous, who forgives, who dives deep into friendships. “That is a beauty that remains with you throughout time, and that is why people who engage in that type of a lifestyle have a lot of beauty around them and in them – and we are attracted to them!”   And Leah is on a mission to help other women tap into their God-given potential and let it shine, which is why she created Lux U, a first of its kind online learning program for Catholic women who want to be informed, inspired, and empowered in their faith.   “We need to connect on a more human level because people are not projects, people are not deadlines, people are not profit. Until we engage with the people around us, in our personal life and our business life, we will not make the impact that the world needs.”   --     Resources:  Learn more at https://leahdarrow.com/ Listen: Do Something Beautiful Lux U: http://theluxuniversity.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah.darrow/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leah.darrow Twitter: https://twitter.com/leahdarrow Read:  The Other Side of Beauty    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

Leah Darrow joins the show today to teach us all about the Made for More Mentality. Leah is a former model and contestant on America’s Next Top Model who has a driving passion to inspire women to do something beautiful with their lives. She is an international Catholic speaker, author of <a href="https://leahdarrow.com/product/the-other-side-of-beauty/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Other Side of Beauty</a>, and host of the <a href="https://leahdarrow.com/category/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Do Something Beautiful</a> podcast. I ask Leah about her final episode of Top Model and what attracted her to modeling in the first place – with that high-stress situation as an example, in particular, it can be difficult to understand why anyone would want to do that. However, it all comes down to one of the most basic human desires: you want to be loved and you want to be beautiful. Unfortunately, we’ve distorted beauty so it almost exclusively pertains to the physical these days, and at the time, that’s what she was pursuing. But she got fed up with it. She didn’t want to be known as a pretty picture or a pretty girl, and she certainly didn’t want to get used to being used to sell products. So today, Leah is concerned with the beauty of the soul; the beauty of someone who is compassionate, who is generous, who forgives, who dives deep into friendships. “That is a beauty that remains with you throughout time, and that is why people who engage in that type of a lifestyle have a lot of beauty around them and in them – and we are attracted to them!” And Leah is on a mission to help other women tap into their God-given potential and let it shine, which is why she created <a href="https://leahdarrow.com/lux-u" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lux U</a>, a first of its kind online learning program for Catholic women who want to be informed, inspired, and empowered in their faith. “We need to connect on a more human level because people are not projects, people are not deadlines, people are not profit. Until we engage with the people around us, in our personal life and our business life, we will not make the impact that the world needs.” -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://leahdarrow.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://leahdarrow.com/</a></li> <li>Listen: <a href="https://leahdarrow.com/category/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Do Something Beautiful</a></li> <li>Lux U: <a href="http://theluxuniversity.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://theluxuniversity.com</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leah.darrow/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/leah.darrow/</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/leah.darrow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/leah.darrow</a></li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/leahdarrow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/leahdarrow</a></li> <li>Read: <a href="https://leahdarrow.com/product/the-other-side-of-beauty/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Other Side of Beauty</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 153 - Made for More - with Leah Darrow

Kevin Lacz

Kevin Lacz is a former SEAL Team THREE sniper, breacher, and combat medic. He joins the show to chat about his experiences as a SEAL, how he’s applying those lessons in his life today, taking risks, and his book,  The Last Punisher.   Being a SEAL taught Kevin important lessons about casting a vision, developing a strategy, and taking advantage of opportunity – lessons that are just as important on civilian life as they are in military life.    “You can’t win the game if you’re sitting on the sidelines. You need to be active and proactive.” Opportunities don’t wait for you take action. Although you need to take action, you shouldn’t do so prematurely. We all want things to happen quickly, but you can’t get ahead of the ball – especially when you are working with other people. Everybody has a limit. It’s okay to tactically pull back and wait for a better time, and it’s important to understand where your limits are.    Being a SEAL was an important part of Kevin’s life, but it isn’t what defines him – “I don’t want to be defined as just a SEAL. I want to be able to be a positive force in every part of my community. I think that’s necessary for my peace of mind, and as an example to my kids.”   So take these lessons to heart, get off the bench, and start making an impact in your community – and pick up a copy of  The Last Punisher if you need any more inspiration. Anyone can be a force of positivity in this world. --   Resources:  Learn more at KevinLacz.com Connect with Kevin: Facebook | Instagram  --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. --   Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

Kevin Lacz is a former SEAL Team THREE sniper, breacher, and combat medic. He joins the show to chat about his experiences as a SEAL, how he’s applying those lessons in his life today, taking risks, and his book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Last-Punisher-Snipers-Account-Battle/dp/1501127241/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=&amp;sr=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Last Punisher</a>. Being a SEAL taught Kevin important lessons about casting a vision, developing a strategy, and taking advantage of opportunity – lessons that are just as important on civilian life as they are in military life. <ul> <li>“You can’t win the game if you’re sitting on the sidelines. You need to be active and proactive.” Opportunities don’t wait for you take action.</li> <li>Although you need to take action, you shouldn’t do so prematurely. We all want things to happen quickly, but you can’t get ahead of the ball – especially when you are working with other people.</li> <li>Everybody has a limit. It’s okay to tactically pull back and wait for a better time, and it’s important to understand where your limits are.</li> </ul> Being a SEAL was an important part of Kevin’s life, but it isn’t what defines him – “I don’t want to be defined as just a SEAL. I want to be able to be a positive force in every part of my community. I think that’s necessary for my peace of mind, and as an example to my kids.” So take these lessons to heart, get off the bench, and start making an impact in your community – and pick up a copy of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Last-Punisher-Snipers-Account-Battle/dp/1501127241/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=&amp;sr=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Last Punisher</a> if you need any more inspiration. Anyone can be a force of positivity in this world. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="http://kevinlacz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KevinLacz.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Kevin: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/kevindauberlacz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realkevinlacz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 97 - How to Learn from, Manage, and Take Risks - with former Navy SEAL Kevin Lacz

Patrick Lencioni

Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group and the bestselling author of 11 books. He is the architect of organizational health, a concept that he calls the last competitive advantage in business today.   Pat’s passion for leadership and organizational health can be traced all the way to his first exposure to business as a child, when his dad lamented about working for a company with “bad management.”   Pat didn’t really know what management was at the time, but he knew that it was a bummer for his dad – and he eventually learned, after starting his first job, that that was dysfunction.   “I’m passionate about helping organizations not be dysfunctional so that people like my dad don’t have to suffer through it, because we spend too many hours at work for it to be dysfunctional.”   Pat’s dad always wanted him to get a great job, and he did! He got the best job of anyone in his graduating class… and he was bored. “I was so un-attracted to data and analysis, and I was fascinated by the human beings I saw. I was watching really intelligent people make fundamental mistakes because of human behavior, ego, and things like that,” and he realized that he could help.   In Patrick’s most recent book,  The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate The Three Essential Virtues, he aims to help individuals make a difference in their own teams.   Pat identifies the three virtues that make some people better team players than others:    Humility - If pride is the root of all sin, then humility is the antidote. “And human beings are attracted to others that are not tied up in themselves.” Hunger - If you want to be a great team player, you have to be the kind of person who works really hard. That doesn’t mean be a workaholic, but if you’re going to do something, do it well. Emotional Intelligence - You need common sense around other people; you have to understand how what you say impacts others, be sensitive to their needs, and consider what they’re thinking.    “If you are emotionally intelligent, hard working, and humble, your career will have no problems. I promise!” --     Resources:  Learn more at TheTableGroup.com Connect with Pat:  LinkedIn | Twitter  Join Patrick for the Inaugural Organizational Health Summit (May 10, 2018)  --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group and the bestselling author of <a href="https://www.tablegroup.com/books" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">11 books</a>. He is the architect of organizational health, a concept that he calls the last competitive advantage in business today. Pat’s passion for leadership and organizational health can be traced all the way to his first exposure to business as a child, when his dad lamented about working for a company with “bad management.” Pat didn’t really know what management was at the time, but he knew that it was a bummer for his dad – and he eventually learned, after starting his first job, that that was dysfunction. “I’m passionate about helping organizations not be dysfunctional so that people like my dad don’t have to suffer through it, because we spend too many hours at work for it to be dysfunctional.” Pat’s dad always wanted him to get a great job, and he did! He got the best job of anyone in his graduating class… and he was bored. “I was so un-attracted to data and analysis, and I was fascinated by the human beings I saw. I was watching really intelligent people make fundamental mistakes because of human behavior, ego, and things like that,” and he realized that he could help. In Patrick’s most recent book, <a href="https://www.tablegroup.com/books/ideal-team-player" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate The Three Essential Virtues</a>, he aims to help individuals make a difference in their own teams. Pat identifies the three virtues that make some people better team players than others: <ol> <li>Humility - If pride is the root of all sin, then humility is the antidote. “And human beings are attracted to others that are not tied up in themselves.”</li> <li>Hunger - If you want to be a great team player, you have to be the kind of person who works really hard. That doesn’t mean be a workaholic, but if you’re going to do something, do it well.</li> <li>Emotional Intelligence - You need common sense around other people; you have to understand how what you say impacts others, be sensitive to their needs, and consider what they’re thinking.</li> </ol> “If you are emotionally intelligent, hard working, and humble, your career will have no problems. I promise!” -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://www.tablegroup.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheTableGroup.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Pat: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/patricklencioni" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.scu.edu/business/edc/corprorateprograms/organizational-health/logistics/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Join Patrick for the Inaugural Organizational Health Summit</a> (May 10, 2018)</li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 107 - Become The Ideal Team Player - with Patrick Lencioni

Malorie Tadimi

Malorie Tadimi grew up in a “normal” family, expected to get a 9-5 job and join Corporate America. Like many people who grow up in a stable environment, she felt average – which can create an uncomfortable cognitive dissonance when you grow to loathe the very concept of being “normal” or “average.”   Malorie was miserable, exhausted, and passionless in her 9-5 job. She was checking off all the boxes for normal, but it didn’t feel right – she wanted to be extraordinary, and she wanted to be an entrepreneur.   It’s safe to say she’s accomplished that. Today, Malorie is the owner of her own consulting company, Tadimi, which has crafted strategic plans to help its clients earn over $800 billion annually.   “I really came into my own and accepted the fact that I’m not normal, and when that happened, that opened the doors for me to stop filtering myself and to stop holding my shine in – it just allowed me to open that box and see what came out!”   Corporate Exit Blueprint   When Malorie decided to let her inner entrepreneur out, she didn’t jump into the water without a life vest – she created a Corporate Exit Blueprint for herself.   If you feel stuck in your current job, if it feels like you’re in a striped jumpsuit locked behind bars, then a Corporate Exit Blueprint is like your “get out of jail free” card. Really, it all comes down to assuring that you can meet your most basic needs.   You have two options: live off of your savings or create an income stream before you leave your job. If you can get all of your work done quickly and efficiently then use the surplus time (or time at home) for learning and building a side hustle, you will be better prepared to make the leap.   Plus, you’ll already have one income stream and be able to build on that momentum!   How do you stand out as an entrepreneur?   After you leave your corporate nest and set out as an entrepreneur, you’ll soon run into another problem: it’s really hard to stand out online.   If you want to find an audience, you have to offer something that no one else is offering – this may be a new service or product, a novel business model, or a new way to deliver the service or product to your customer.   One recent example that Malorie points to is the “don’t pay until you get results” trend, a strategy that many marketers use to stand out in Facebook ads. At the same time, other marketers are having success using direct mail.   So standing out as an entrepreneur is not necessarily about doing something brand new – you just have to do something that no one else is doing in your space.   “Stop being so hard on yourself. Look at what you’ve already achieved; you’ve done all of this on your own and no one has handed you a single thing! Wouldn’t it be cool to know what else you could create if you just got out of jail?” --     Resources:  Learn more at Tadimi.com Connect with Malorie:  Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn  --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design, and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

Malorie Tadimi grew up in a “normal” family, expected to get a 9-5 job and join Corporate America. Like many people who grow up in a stable environment, she felt average – which can create an uncomfortable cognitive dissonance when you grow to loathe the very concept of being “normal” or “average.” Malorie was miserable, exhausted, and passionless in her 9-5 job. She was checking off all the boxes for normal, but it didn’t feel right – she wanted to be extraordinary, and she wanted to be an entrepreneur. It’s safe to say she’s accomplished that. Today, Malorie is the owner of her own consulting company, <a href="https://tadimi.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tadimi</a>, which has crafted strategic plans to help its clients earn over $800 billion annually. “I really came into my own and accepted the fact that I’m not normal, and when that happened, that opened the doors for me to stop filtering myself and to stop holding my shine in – it just allowed me to open that box and see what came out!” Corporate Exit Blueprint When Malorie decided to let her inner entrepreneur out, she didn’t jump into the water without a life vest – she created a Corporate Exit Blueprint for herself. If you feel stuck in your current job, if it feels like you’re in a striped jumpsuit locked behind bars, then a Corporate Exit Blueprint is like your “get out of jail free” card. Really, it all comes down to assuring that you can meet your most basic needs. You have two options: live off of your savings or create an income stream before you leave your job. If you can get all of your work done quickly and efficiently then use the surplus time (or time at home) for learning and building a side hustle, you will be better prepared to make the leap. Plus, you’ll already have one income stream and be able to build on that momentum! How do you stand out as an entrepreneur? After you leave your corporate nest and set out as an entrepreneur, you’ll soon run into another problem: it’s really hard to stand out online. If you want to find an audience, you have to offer something that no one else is offering – this may be a new service or product, a novel business model, or a new way to deliver the service or product to your customer. One recent example that Malorie points to is the “don’t pay until you get results” trend, a strategy that many marketers use to stand out in Facebook ads. At the same time, other marketers are having success using direct mail. So standing out as an entrepreneur is not necessarily about doing something brand new – you just have to do something that no one else is doing in your space. “Stop being so hard on yourself. Look at what you’ve already achieved; you’ve done all of this on your own and no one has handed you a single thing! Wouldn’t it be cool to know what else you could create if you just got out of jail?” -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="https://tadimi.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tadimi.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Malorie: <a href="https://business.facebook.com/malorietadimifan/?business_id=181197205740552" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/malorietadimi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/malorietadimi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design, and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 113 - You’re Not Normal, You’re an Entrepreneur - with Malorie Tadimi

Heather Adams

Growing up, Heather Adams always had her nose in a book, and her heroes spoke to her from the pages; smart and savvy women like Anne of Green Gables, Jo from Little Women, and Nancy Drew.    Heather compares Nancy Drew’s mystery-solving adventures to her own life today — owner of a public relations agency, Choice Media &amp; Communications — because she’s always “running toward the flames, constantly taking notes, and bringing order to the chaos.”   But, unlike Nancy Drew, Heather isn’t doing this alone, and she is passionate about building a cohesive, invested team. After the partnership with her co-founder dissolved, Heather held a strategic planning retreat for her entire team. They re-evaluated Choice’s mission and core values and Heather says this was a game-changer for their work culture — because, now, everyone has skin in the game.    Heather also has an unusual approach to human relations, arguing that you have to throw out all the policies and love your workers as human beings first. When one of her team members is going through a hard season, she puts their responsibilities aside and taps into what they need. This human-first approach carries through to every aspect of Heather’s business and life, including her attitude towards her competition.   Before Heather started her own company she worked at Thomas Nelson, which was then the world’s largest Christian publishing house, she worked with Michael Hyatt, who eventually became the CEO and chairman. He taught her many important lessons, including to embrace the competition and look at them as someone to learn from and champion instead of someone to take down.    Heather sees that as a crucial transformation in her life. As she says, “I have this mentality that a win for one is a win for all. And that was something I had to learn because I sucked at it.”   Don’t be a podcast junkie…   Resources:  choicepublicity.com Instagram: @choicepublicity Instagram: @heatherdixonadams Twitter: @ChoicePublicity Facebook: @choicepublicity Get your copy of Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

Growing up, Heather Adams always had her nose in a book, and her heroes spoke to her from the pages; smart and savvy women like Anne of Green Gables, Jo from Little Women, and Nancy Drew.  Heather compares Nancy Drew’s mystery-solving adventures to her own life today — owner of a public relations agency, Choice Media &amp; Communications — because she’s always “running toward the flames, constantly taking notes, and bringing order to the chaos.” But, unlike Nancy Drew, Heather isn’t doing this alone, and she is passionate about building a cohesive, invested team. After the partnership with her co-founder dissolved, Heather held a strategic planning retreat for her entire team. They re-evaluated Choice’s mission and core values and Heather says this was a game-changer for their work culture — because, now, everyone has skin in the game.  Heather also has an unusual approach to human relations, arguing that you have to throw out all the policies and love your workers as human beings first. When one of her team members is going through a hard season, she puts their responsibilities aside and taps into what they need. This human-first approach carries through to every aspect of Heather’s business and life, including her attitude towards her competition. Before Heather started her own company she worked at Thomas Nelson, which was then the world’s largest Christian publishing house, she worked with Michael Hyatt, who eventually became the CEO and chairman. He taught her many important lessons, including to embrace the competition and look at them as someone to learn from and champion instead of someone to take down.  Heather sees that as a crucial transformation in her life. As she says, “I have this mentality that a win for one is a win for all. And that was something I had to learn because I sucked at it.” Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://choicepublicity.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">choicepublicity.com</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/choicepublicity/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@choicepublicity</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heatherdixonadams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@heatherdixonadams</a></li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/choicepublicity" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ChoicePublicity</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/choicepublicity" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@choicepublicity</a></li> <li>Get your copy of <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/book" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Master the Key: A Story to Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life on Purpose</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 182 - Running Toward the Flames - with Heather Adams

Kevin Hall

Lou Holtz

We are less than 30 days away from the release of my book, Master The Key: A Story To Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life On Purpose!   So, this month, we’re going to share the wisdom of some of the people who have influenced the book and offered endorsements from the book, starting today with Kevin Hall and Lou Holtz. We’ll reflect on what these mentors have to teach us, and I’ll share what they have to say about the book.   You’ll be able to get your copy of Master the Key on April 29th, 2019, and if you want to be one of the first people to receive a copy of the book, subscribe to my newsletter at https://theimpactentrepreneur.net or text the word KEY followed by your first time to 831-607-1818.   --     Resources:     Wins, Losses, and Lessons: An Autobiography by Lou Holtz    Winning Every Day: The Game Plan for Success by Lou Holtz    The Fighting Spirit: A Championship Season at Notre Dame by Lou Holtz     PowerOfWords.com Connect with Kevin: Facebook | Twitter | kevin@powerofwords.com Watch Kevin discuss Genshai at TEDxBountiful  Aspire: Discovering Your Purpose Through the Power of Words by Kevin Hall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpactmike/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/impactentrepreneurshow Twitter: https://twitter.com/theimpactmike/    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

We are less than 30 days away from the release of my book, Master The Key: A Story To Free Your Potential, Find Meaning and Live Life On Purpose! So, this month, we’re going to share the wisdom of some of the people who have influenced the book and offered endorsements from the book, starting today with Kevin Hall and Lou Holtz. We’ll reflect on what these mentors have to teach us, and I’ll share what they have to say about the book. You’ll be able to get your copy of Master the Key on April 29th, 2019, and if you want to be one of the first people to receive a copy of the book, subscribe to my newsletter at <a href="https://theimpactentrepreneur.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://theimpactentrepreneur.net</a> or text the word KEY followed by your first time to 831-607-1818. -- Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Wins-Losses-Lessons-Autobiography-Holtz/dp/0060840811/ref=la_B001JOWD1U_1_3?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497020984&amp;sr=1-3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Wins, Losses, and Lessons: An Autobiography</a> by Lou Holtz</li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Every-Day-Game-Success/dp/0887309534/ref=la_B001JOWD1U_1_2?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497020984&amp;sr=1-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Winning Every Day: The Game Plan for Success</a> by Lou Holtz</li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fighting-Spirit-Championship-Season-Notre/dp/0671676733/ref=la_B001JOWD1U_1_5?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497020984&amp;sr=1-5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Fighting Spirit: A Championship Season at Notre Dame</a> by Lou Holtz</li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href="http://powerofwords.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PowerOfWords.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Kevin: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KevinHallAspire" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/kevinhallaspire/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | kevin@powerofwords.com</li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1KWC68V8pc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Watch Kevin discuss Genshai at TEDxBountiful</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Aspire-Discovering-Purpose-Through-Power/dp/0061964549" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Aspire: Discovering Your Purpose Through the Power of Words</a> by Kevin Hall</li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theimpactmike/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/theimpactmike/</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/impactentrepreneurshow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/impactentrepreneurshow</a></li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/theimpactmike/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/theimpactmike/</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 158 - Motivation, Belief, & The Power of Words - with Kevin Hall & Lou Holtz

Carey Lohrenz

Carey Lohrenz grew up in a high-performing military family. Her dad was a former United States Marine Corps aviator, and she grew up hoping to be an “awesome warrior aviator just like him.”   When Carey grew up, she achieved her dream – she became the first female F-14 Tomcat Fighter Pilot in the U.S. Navy.   Today, Carey is a speaker and author who inspires others to do more by sharing the fundamentals that helped her achieve success in the cockpit at Mach 2.   Carey never accepted the notion that she wasn’t capable of anything, although people didn’t expect much from her. Her family was told, repeatedly, that she would live a very limited life because she was born without fully-formed hips.   Carey spent the first two years of her life in a plaster cast, but her family persisted until, against the odds, she was able to walk.   “When you’re growing up and you see pictures of yourself and hear stories of how many people said you weren’t ever going to be capable of anything, it’s going to do one of two things: it’ll either break you or light a fire under your tail.” –Carey Lohrenz   In Carey’s book, Fearless Leadership: High Performance Lessons From the Flight Deck, she she walks readers through the three fundamentals a leader must possess to exhibit real fearlessness: courage, tenacity, and integrity.   Developing those fundamentals requires action. High achievers aren’t just lucky – they try and try again, even when they’re stuck. Simply stated, “The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do.” --     Resources:  Learn more at CareyLohrenz.com Connect with Carey:  Facebook | Twitter | YouTube Fearless Leadership: High Performance Lessons From the Flight Deck  --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. --   Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

Carey Lohrenz grew up in a high-performing military family. Her dad was a former United States Marine Corps aviator, and she grew up hoping to be an “awesome warrior aviator just like him.” When Carey grew up, she achieved her dream – she became the first female F-14 Tomcat Fighter Pilot in the U.S. Navy. Today, Carey is a speaker and author who inspires others to do more by sharing the fundamentals that helped her achieve success in the cockpit at Mach 2. Carey never accepted the notion that she wasn’t capable of anything, although people didn’t expect much from her. Her family was told, repeatedly, that she would live a very limited life because she was born without fully-formed hips. Carey spent the first two years of her life in a plaster cast, but her family persisted until, against the odds, she was able to walk. “When you’re growing up and you see pictures of yourself and hear stories of how many people said you weren’t ever going to be capable of anything, it’s going to do one of two things: it’ll either break you or light a fire under your tail.” –Carey Lohrenz In Carey’s book, <a href="http://careylohrenz.com/book/#!/buy-now" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fearless Leadership: High Performance Lessons From the Flight Deck</a>, she she walks readers through the three fundamentals a leader must possess to exhibit real fearlessness: courage, tenacity, and integrity. Developing those fundamentals requires action. High achievers aren’t just lucky – they try and try again, even when they’re stuck. Simply stated, “The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do.” -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more at <a href="http://careylohrenz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CareyLohrenz.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Carey: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Carey-Lohrenz-499167436761870/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/careylohrenz" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/MsBadgerGurl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li> <li><a href="http://careylohrenz.com/book/#!/buy-now" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fearless Leadership: High Performance Lessons From the Flight Deck</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 85 - Lessons Learned at 45,000 Feet: The 1st Female F-14 Fighter Pilot - with Carey Lohrenz

Todd Stottlemyre

This episode is part of the Halftime Series. It’s the middle of the year… are you still on track to meet your goals? Many of us have gotten off track but now is the perfect time to determine how the rest of the year will go. It’s time to grab the opportunity bull by the horns and ride it into submission with the help of these inspiring guests. Todd Stottlemyre grew up around Yankee Stadium in “a school of champions." His teachers were legends like Mickey Mantle, Whitey Ford, Yogi Berra, Thurman Munson, and his father, Mel Stottlemyre. Growing up in that environment inspired Todd to dream of following in his dad’s footsteps and playing in Major League Baseball, but things weren’t always easy for this high-performing family. When Todd was just 15-years-old, his brother died after an extended battle with leukemia. This devastated Todd, but his father’s leadership helped carry the family through that adversity and the community lifted him up. He credits the experience with helping him become the man he is today: a man who has spent 15 seasons in MLB and played on three World Series Championship teams. Todd learned some incredible lessons in the school of champions, especially from his dad, and he wants to pass them on to others. He wrote Relentless Success: 9-Point System for Major League Achievement so that other people can benefit from the school of champions and live their championship life. Everyone’s championship life looks different, but success is always built around these same core principles. In the spirit of Halftime, you should follow Todd on Facebook and check out his recent Facebook Live videos. He’s been talking about how 2017 is all about the endless pursuit for human potential, and the only way to discover what we can achieve as human beings is to fail miserably – you have to get out there and go for it. We have to learn in order to move forward. -- Resources:  Connect with Todd: Website | Facebook Relentless Success: 9-Point System for Major League Achievement by Todd Stottlemyre  Pride and Pinstripes: The Yankees, Mets, and Surviving Life's Challenges by Mel Stottlemyre &amp; John Harper  No Limits: Blow the CAP Off Your Capacity by John C. Maxwell  --  We are also brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

This episode is part of the Halftime Series. It’s the middle of the year… are you still on track to meet your goals? Many of us have gotten off track but now is the perfect time to determine how the rest of the year will go. It’s time to grab the opportunity bull by the horns and ride it into submission with the help of these inspiring guests. Todd Stottlemyre grew up around Yankee Stadium in “a school of champions." His teachers were legends like Mickey Mantle, Whitey Ford, Yogi Berra, Thurman Munson, and his father, Mel Stottlemyre. Growing up in that environment inspired Todd to dream of following in his dad’s footsteps and playing in Major League Baseball, but things weren’t always easy for this high-performing family. When Todd was just 15-years-old, his brother died after an extended battle with leukemia. This devastated Todd, but his father’s leadership helped carry the family through that adversity and the community lifted him up. He credits the experience with helping him become the man he is today: a man who has spent 15 seasons in MLB and played on three World Series Championship teams. Todd learned some incredible lessons in the school of champions, especially from his dad, and he wants to pass them on to others. He wrote <a href="http://www.madeforsuccess.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Relentless Success: 9-Point System for Major League Achievement</a> so that other people can benefit from the school of champions and live their championship life. Everyone’s championship life looks different, but success is always built around these same core principles. In the spirit of Halftime, you should <a href="https://www.facebook.com/todd.stottlemyre/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">follow Todd on Facebook</a> and check out his recent Facebook Live videos. He’s been talking about how 2017 is all about the endless pursuit for human potential, and the only way to discover what we can achieve as human beings is to fail miserably – you have to get out there and go for it. We have to learn in order to move forward. -- Resources: <ul> <li>Connect with Todd: <a href="http://www.toddofficial.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/todd.stottlemyre/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.madeforsuccess.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Relentless Success: 9-Point System for Major League Achievement</a> by Todd Stottlemyre</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pride-Pinstripes-Yankees-Surviving-Challenges/dp/0061174092" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Pride and Pinstripes: The Yankees, Mets, and Surviving Life's Challenges</a> by Mel Stottlemyre &amp; John Harper</li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/No-Limits-Blow-Your-Capacity/dp/1455548286" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> No Limits: Blow the CAP Off Your Capacity</a> by John C. Maxwell</li> </ul> --  We are also brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 65 - A School of Champions - with Todd Stottlemyre

Laura Mayer

Every child deserves the opportunity to feel good and feel safe – it’s a fundamental, foundational need for all humans, and when you don’t have that as a child, it can create limiting beliefs that obscure your potential.   That’s why Laura Mayer co-founded Clothe Our Kids, a nonprofit dedicated to providing at-risk children in Tennessee with much-needed clothing and shoes. Their goal is to help these children feel loved, cared for, and good about themselves – what they call “clothing kids with confidence” – and each bag they deliver is custom packed with quality items and with the individual needs of the child in mind.   Laura grew up in a loving home with support, where she was home schooled by her mother, but when she left home, she found that the rest of the world wasn’t always so supportive. She found herself in an abusive relationship, and after she escaped it, she felt lost. As a result, she put everyone else and everything else at a distance because she didn’t feel safe.   However, a transformative experience at church taught Laura that she had to let go of the past; she didn't know what that was going to look like, but she was done letting anyone else steal another day of her future. She couldn’t go back, she couldn’t change what happened to her, but she could choose to move forward with her head held high.   Laura also found inspiration and support in a wonderful book called  Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life, which she recommends to anyone who resonates with her story.   It’ll help remind you, like I hope this podcast does, that everybody is here on this Earth for a purpose. We all have God-given abilities, and we all have the ability to create an impact on the world. But before you can find your Why, you must remember and believe that you are worthy of one to begin with – and giving children the opportunity to remember that is really why Clothe Our Kids is making such a positive impact on these young lives.   And if you want to make a positive impact today, you can support Clothe Our Kids – or even bringing Clothe Our Kids to your community because every city needs this! You can learn more at http://www.clotheourkids.com/take-action.   Don’t be a podcast junkie…   Resources:  Take action: http://www.clotheourkids.com/take-action Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clotheourkids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clotheourkidslc/  Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   --  The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of Crate Media

Every child deserves the opportunity to feel good and feel safe – it’s a fundamental, foundational need for all humans, and when you don’t have that as a child, it can create limiting beliefs that obscure your potential. That’s why Laura Mayer co-founded Clothe Our Kids, a nonprofit dedicated to providing at-risk children in Tennessee with much-needed clothing and shoes. Their goal is to help these children feel loved, cared for, and good about themselves – what they call “clothing kids with confidence” – and each bag they deliver is custom packed with quality items and with the individual needs of the child in mind. Laura grew up in a loving home with support, where she was home schooled by her mother, but when she left home, she found that the rest of the world wasn’t always so supportive. She found herself in an abusive relationship, and after she escaped it, she felt lost. As a result, she put everyone else and everything else at a distance because she didn’t feel safe. However, a transformative experience at church taught Laura that she had to let go of the past; she didn't know what that was going to look like, but she was done letting anyone else steal another day of her future. She couldn’t go back, she couldn’t change what happened to her, but she could choose to move forward with her head held high. Laura also found inspiration and support in a wonderful book called <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/0310247454" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life</a>, which she recommends to anyone who resonates with her story. It’ll help remind you, like I hope this podcast does, that everybody is here on this Earth for a purpose. We all have God-given abilities, and we all have the ability to create an impact on the world. But before you can find your Why, you must remember and believe that you are worthy of one to begin with – and giving children the opportunity to remember that is really why Clothe Our Kids is making such a positive impact on these young lives. And if you want to make a positive impact today, you can support Clothe Our Kids – or even bringing Clothe Our Kids to your community because every city needs this! You can learn more at <a href="http://www.clotheourkids.com/take-action" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.clotheourkids.com/take-action</a>. Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources: <ul> <li>Take action: <a href="http://www.clotheourkids.com/take-action" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.clotheourkids.com/take-action</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/clotheourkids" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/clotheourkids</a></li> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/clotheourkidslc/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/clotheourkidslc/</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-When-Take-Control-Your/dp/0310247454" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life</a> by Henry Cloud and John Townsend</li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is a production of <a href="http://crate.media/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crate Media</a>

Ep. 168 - Clothe Our Kids: Clothing Kids With Confidence & Doing the Impossible - with Laura Mayer

Jason Kotecki

This episode is part of the Happiness Series. We have been taught to believe that we can not choose to be happy because happiness is something that can only be earned – that’s not true, and I hope these amazing entrepreneurs will help you choose to find happiness. Doing so will give you an advantage in business, relationships, and life in general. Jason Kotecki is an artist, author, professional speaker, and entrepreneur. He and his wife founded Escape Adulthood in 2000 (and later The Cure Adultitis Institute) with one goal: annihilate Adultitis. Jason and his wife envisioned an ideal version of adulthood, but the “real world” didn’t live up to it. Bitterness and cynicism are rampant – excitement and enthusiasm are elusive. Why? They realized that most of us lose something in the transition from childhood to adulthood: curiosity, delight, and the ability to dream big. However, the most successful entrepreneurs – the Musks and Jobs of the world – never lose these super powers. Escaping Adulthood isn’t about ditching responsibilities to rediscover fun. It’s about remembering what we once knew as kids so that we can improve our lives, our relationships, and our businesses.  How do you bring more fun into the workplace in a productive way, without being branded the crazy misfit? How do you become a more fun parent and raise your children with discipline? How do you find time for yourself when you’re a caregiver?  Don’t get caught living a paint-by-numbers life – we are made for more. The beauty of adulthood is freedom and choice, so live freely and make your own choices! If you want a crash course in productive fun, you can attend the  2017 Escape Adulthood Summit. You can also join their free community of insiders and find a ton of awesome escape tools, and so much more, over on EscapeAdulthood.com. --   Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources:  Connect with Jason:   Facebook Instagram Pinterest Twitter YouTube   Escape Adulthood:   EscapeAdulthood.com FREE Insider Community Escape Tools 2017 Escape Adulthood Summit    -- We are also brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

This episode is part of the Happiness Series. We have been taught to believe that we can not choose to be happy because happiness is something that can only be earned – that’s not true, and I hope these amazing entrepreneurs will help you choose to find happiness. Doing so will give you an advantage in business, relationships, and life in general. Jason Kotecki is an artist, author, professional speaker, and entrepreneur. He and his wife founded <a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Escape Adulthood</a> in 2000 (and later <a href="http://adultitis.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Cure Adultitis Institute</a>) with one goal: annihilate Adultitis. Jason and his wife envisioned an ideal version of adulthood, but the “real world” didn’t live up to it. Bitterness and cynicism are rampant – excitement and enthusiasm are elusive. Why? They realized that most of us lose something in the transition from childhood to adulthood: curiosity, delight, and the ability to dream big. However, the most successful entrepreneurs – the Musks and Jobs of the world – never lose these super powers. Escaping Adulthood isn’t about ditching responsibilities to rediscover fun. It’s about remembering what we once knew as kids so that we can improve our lives, our relationships, and our businesses. <ul> <li>How do you bring more fun into the workplace in a productive way, without being branded the crazy misfit?</li> <li>How do you become a more fun parent and raise your children with discipline?</li> <li>How do you find time for yourself when you’re a caregiver?</li> </ul> Don’t get caught living a paint-by-numbers life – we are made for more. The beauty of adulthood is freedom and choice, so live freely and make your own choices! If you want a crash course in productive fun, you can attend the <a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/escape-adulthood-summit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 2017 Escape Adulthood Summit</a>. You can also join their <a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/community" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">free community of insiders</a> and find a ton of <a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/esc-tools" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">awesome escape tools</a>, and so much more, over on <a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EscapeAdulthood.com</a>. -- Don’t be a podcast junkie… Resources: <ul> <li>Connect with Jason:</li> <li> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/escapeadulthood" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/escapeadulthood/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/escapeadulthood/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/escapeadulthood" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/escapeadulthood" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li> </ul> </li> <li>Escape Adulthood:</li> <li> <ul> <li><a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EscapeAdulthood.com</a></li> <li><a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/community" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FREE Insider Community</a></li> <li><a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/esc-tools" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Escape Tools</a></li> <li><a href="http://escapeadulthood.com/blog/escape-adulthood-summit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2017 Escape Adulthood Summit</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> -- We are also brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 57 - Annihilating Adultitis - with Jason Kotecki

Jon Gordon

Jon Gordon is an inspiring speaker and the author of several books, including best sellers  The Power of Positive Leadership and The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy. Through his speaking engagements and books, Jon is truly a positive force on the world.   But when most people hear Jon speak or read his books, they usually just see his current success; they don’t take the time to engage with his work and learn about the adversity or inner journey that helped transform him into who he is today.   Whether it was losing an election or jumping into the Dot-com bubble right before it burst, Jon’s journey was full of harsh twists, surprising turns, and new beginnings.   After almost getting whiplash from those twists and turns, Jon paused to ask himself an important question, for the first time: What is my purpose?   Jon found that his purpose, his Why, was being a famous writer and speaker – so then he just needed to find a How. “And it didn’t go well early on.”   Eventually, Jon discovered the key that changed everything: “Your purpose isn’t about you. It’s about others.”   After that point, Jon still had to put in the work – a lot of work, for years – but he was on the right path. Little by little, newsletters and blogs and speaking engagements started to build on one another to create momentum.   “When you’re on the right path, God will move Heaven and Earth to support you. You’ll face obstacles along the way, but you’ll receive that support and that knowing that you’re on the right path.” --     Resources:  Learn more: JonGordon.com | PositiveUniversity.com Connect with Jon: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Watch: “The Secrets That Drive Us To Greater Success | Jon Gordon | TEDxHilliard” Read:  “The 4 Stages of Greatness” Read Jon’s books:    The Power of Positive Leadership The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy       The Carpenter: A Story About the Greatest Success Strategies of All    --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. --   Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

Jon Gordon is an inspiring speaker and the author of several books, including best sellers <a href="http://www.jongordon.com/books/positiveleadership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Power of Positive Leadership</a> and <a href="http://www.jongordon.com/books/theenergybus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy</a>. Through his speaking engagements and books, Jon is truly a positive force on the world. But when most people hear Jon speak or read his books, they usually just see his current success; they don’t take the time to engage with his work and learn about the adversity or inner journey that helped transform him into who he is today. Whether it was losing an election or jumping into the Dot-com bubble right before it burst, Jon’s journey was full of harsh twists, surprising turns, and new beginnings. After almost getting whiplash from those twists and turns, Jon paused to ask himself an important question, for the first time: What is my purpose? Jon found that his purpose, his Why, was being a famous writer and speaker – so then he just needed to find a How. “And it didn’t go well early on.” Eventually, Jon discovered the key that changed everything: “Your purpose isn’t about you. It’s about others.” After that point, Jon still had to put in the work – a lot of work, for years – but he was on the right path. Little by little, newsletters and blogs and speaking engagements started to build on one another to create momentum. “When you’re on the right path, God will move Heaven and Earth to support you. You’ll face obstacles along the way, but you’ll receive that support and that knowing that you’re on the right path.” -- Resources: <ul> <li>Learn more: <a href="http://www.jongordon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JonGordon.com</a> | <a href="http://positiveuniversity.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PositiveUniversity.com</a></li> <li>Connect with Jon: <a href="https://twitter.com/jongordon11" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jongordonpage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jongordonenergy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jongordon11/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li> <li>Watch: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mgqjlh0f288" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“The Secrets That Drive Us To Greater Success | Jon Gordon | TEDxHilliard”</a></li> <li>Read: <a href="http://jongordon.com/positivetip/4-stages-of-greatness.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> “The 4 Stages of Greatness”</a></li> <li>Read Jon’s books:</li> <li> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.jongordon.com/books/positiveleadership/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Power of Positive Leadership</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.jongordon.com/books/theenergybus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.jongordon.com/books/carpenter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Carpenter: A Story About the Greatest Success Strategies of All</a></li> </ul> -- We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit <a href="http://www.lawtonmg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LawtonMG.com</a> for more info. -- Production &amp; Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by <a href="http://www.podcastmasters.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast Masters</a>

Ep. 98 - Find Your Purpose, Be a Positive Leader, & Transform the World - with Jon Gordon

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