Middleton Methods: Marriage, Family, & Business Podcast

What are Golden Handcuffs...and are you sporting a pair? B and Sam break down how you get sucked into jobs that make it hard to leave for something more fulfilling, what to look out for, and how to avoid the staying in a comfortable situation for a better opportunity. Also, listen in and get on the conversation about why making decisions together when you are ready to make career changes is vital to the success of your relationship.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

Are you working on your goals, or working on someone else's goals? This week, Brandon and Sam dive into why it's important to have a clear vision on what your goals are so you don't find yourself working on someone else's dream instead of working on your own.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:  

Has your partner or close friend/family ever said something that felt like a sucker punch? Something pessimistic, critical, or just flat out mean spirited? Naturally we have a tendency to want to react or retaliate. We want to prove them wrong or defend ourselves. It's human nature. This week Brandon offers a new perspective you can take in those inevitable and unavoidable times. Many times a different perspective will allow us to see tough situations through a better and more empathetic lens.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

Are you being "brainwashed"?  This week, B shares why it's important to have control over your mindset before someone else controls your thinking for you.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

There are little things every person can do to keep things steamy in their relationship. This week, B and Sam talk about some of their favorite tricks to get in the mood.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

Being Ride Or Die doesn't just mean as a husband and wife.  You also need to be on your best parent game.  With the school year starting, things can get crazy for both you and the kids. This week B and Sam share the best ways to get back into the school year.  Learn more about why routine is so important, how to decide on each parent's roles and responsibilities, the importance of boundaries, the top tools they use to stay on track, and more tips on this week's episode.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

This week B and Sam officially announce the Ride or Die podcast facelift. When they started this show in 2016 they were eager to share and serve and just picked a catchy name. Listen in this week for 3 keys they live by and how you can use them to strengthen your teamwork and adopt more of what Brandon & Sam call the Ride or Die attitude in their marriage.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

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This week, Brandon and Sam 'go in deep' and talk about what it takes to spice it up in the bedroom after 17 years.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

This week we interviewed a Flipping Awesome entrepreneur, Mr. Dan Kalis and discuss his journey from broke and multiple MLM ventures to finally cracking the code on leveraging other people’s money and time to build multiple 4 Hour Workweek businesses.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

This week we got insights on How One Man Cracked the Mental Code on a Billion Dollar Business. Not too long ago, Tim was broke and did his first real estate deal using a credit card. Today at just 32 years old, he's approaching a $100 Million dollar portfolio.   Tim shares how there were numerous times when he hit obstacles and didn't have the resources but....he was resourceful. Weather it was that first deal he put on a credit card or his most recent apartment deal where he had to raise $4,000,000 in 48 hours or he would lose the deal and $200k.   We all face challenges in life and business, Tim's story is proof that with the proper mindset, we can succeed.   For more info on the show visit     To learn more About Tim Bratz and Commercial Real Estate, visit     See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods:   Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:  

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Have you ever reached the end of your rope?  Look, you’re not alone. A lot of people (even those around you) battle depression daily.  Check out this week’s episode where we talk about the harsh reality of depression, how to overcome it, how love conquers all, and our take on it all.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

The Cruz and Middleton queens are traveling this week so I decided to stop by and interview my good friend Franklin. He's a fellow entrepreneur and father to 2 older boys. As a newer father myself, I'm always trying to learn from others who have been down a similar path. I decided to ask him the question blow and record his answers for myself and our listeners. Enjoy! "Hey brother, as a fellow father who came from humble beginnings, adopted, lost your mom young (10yrs), and who is more than half way down the path of raising 2 solid boys (blended family, none the less)... If you could give ONLY 3 pieces of Practical advice for a newer dad like me...what would those 3 things be?" See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

They say you can find out a lot about someone based on their library. So this week on the Middleton Methods Podcast we’re going through our bookshelf and suggesting some books that we cannot live without! One of our goals for this podcast is to help you grow in your business and in life and what better way than to give you some of the resources that have helped us get to where we are. Also share our podcast today and get the opportunity to win one of these great books we mentioned! See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

We often get questions about success and how to be successful in business. Today we go over the 5 things you need to succeed. All 5 of these things are essential no matter what stage you are in in your business. Listen up as we cover what will help you succeed in business and in life.   See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

We’re switching it up this week and we’re giving you tips on sparking interesting conversation. Sometimes when you’re in a relationship or a marriage for a long time you can run out of things to talk about. This has happened to me and B before, we simply run out of things to talk about and it’s normal for people who’ve been together for as long as we have. Well we’ve come up with a list of rapid fire questions that help us during our “dry” spells and we think they could help you too. Use our questions or come up with your own list but I guarantee these questions will get you talking and learning more about each other. See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

As you know, all relationships go through seasons and it’s important be able to get through the unfavorable ones.  This week on Middleton Methods Podcast, we’re sharing valuable information about the 6 symptoms of a stuck marriage.  These principles can be applied to any relationship, married or pre-married. Grab your pen and pad for today’s episode, and if you can grab your significant other too and watch or listen now. See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK:

This week on Middleton Methods we’re talking about conflict resolution. We reached out to our audience and asked what you guys wanted us to talk about and this was the most popular response. Conflict is something that we can not avoid. Whether in a marriage, business, or parenting their will be conflict. What we must learn is how to handle conflict properly and making sure we’re staying on target with the common goal. Listen in as we tell you how to argue, when to argue, and how to keep the right perspective during conflict. See Blog Posts on - The Middleton Methods: Follow them on INSTAGRAM: @brandonandsam Like them on FACEBOOK: