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“I’m the most powerful and the most confident when I know who I am.” In this episode, I’m diving down the rabbit hole with Re Perez - author of Your Brand Should Be Gay [Even If You’re Not]. As a seasoned brand strategist, Re has consulted with everyone from Xerox to Nielsen Company, and GE money. He started his own branding company in 2011 and is now an international speaker, author, and CEO of Branding For The People. In fact, Re is the guy to go to if you want to build an iconic, powerhouse brand to optimize your impact. As an advocate for authenticity in life and work, Re’s superpower is helping entrepreneurs create a brand that reduces the gap between how you want to be perceived and the reality you project to the world. What’s beautiful if the way Re’s backstory weaves into his work and how his own quest for acceptance, self-love, and the courage to be your authentic self is now inspiring others to seek the same. In this beautiful episode, Re shares the real story behind his decision to s

“I want to be a shining example that you can have your cake and eat it. You can escape the life you were born into. You can do something more if you want.” In this special edition episode, the tables are turned! I’m the one in the hot seat with Justin Francisco from the Mindful Impact podcast interviewing me. Justin went down the rabbit hole too asking a ton of incredible questions. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share some of my personal philosophies on everything from extraordinary living, to the power of self-awareness, to my own journey from cubicle job to CEO of a 7-figure company. If you’ve ever wanted to know more about how I think about life, business, and spirituality, this is your chance. “You are exactly where you need to be. Everything is here to teach you a lesson - so keep an open mind because the things you thought you wanted may not actually get you what you really want.” Justin and I cover a lot of ground in this deep dive conversation. Here’s a taste of the topi

“A lot of the actions that we have to take to be successful aren’t ones that you feel like taking.” Anthony Truck’s entire life has been about beating the odds and redefining what’s possible given the cards he was dealt with. Age just three, Anthony ended up in the foster care system. Given his background, he shouldn’t have achieved the things he did. It shouldn’t have been possible for him to become an NFL athlete or a successful entrepreneur. But Anthony wasn’t willing to settle. Instead, he figured out how to fight for himself and make success his second nature. His path has been far from easy - especially in his post-NFL days when he lost a lot of the material success he achieved. But with the help of borrowed joy and the resilience to beat the odds, Anthony survived rock bottom to become an international speaker, author, and shift coach. He was even the first former NFL athlete to hit a buzzer on NBC’s American Ninja Warrior. In this powerful episode, Anthony reveals how he fought for his

“Flow states are getting to peak state and peak performance. Flow consciousness is taking that and stretching it out so you’re living in flow all of the time.” Hard work where “no pain equals no gain” is a cultural meme inherited from our grandparents, parents, and the media. But what if you could create a more extraordinary life by embracing flow?When you’re programmed to believe hustle and grind equals success, it’s tempting to doubt the ‘easier’ path. But when you align with your true self, you can work from a place of ease, grace, and pure inspiration.    Flow consciousness creates this reality - and Justin Faerman and Jackie Knechtel are global pioneers in the art and science of living this way. Together, they conducted first-hand research into the nature of flow consciousness. Turning their discoveries into the flow methodology and tools, Justin and Jackie help their clients rewire and reprogram their consciousness. Nowadays, Justin and Jackie run high-level training programs th

“The word "art," to me, is about owning my power as a creative channel in the world.” It’s not unusual for spiritual entrepreneurs to experience a significant shift in their life. This was the case for this episode’s guest - Emerald GreenForest. As a real estate agent, Emerald was crushing it. She was the National Chair of her Trade Association and was running a hugely successful company. But it was a facade. Under the surface, Emerald’s life was a mess - until a ski accident led her to a life-changing yoga class. Inspired to create peace, Emerald left her soul-sucking career to study crystal healing and shamanic medicine. She learned to activate her multidimensional senses [which we all have], and figured out a way to create a creative life of her choosing. This incredible journey led Emerald to become a Wealthy Life Mentor and founder and Lead Visionary of Creative Age Consulting Group. She’s an internationally known speaker and transformation artist and the hostess of a top-rated podcast.&nb

“No matter how far or fast you fall, if you’ve helped enough people, you’re always going to come out on top.” Kris Dehnert used to be an opportunist. He was ‘good enough’ to crush a wide range of projects and this skill led him to found eight different businesses in a variety of verticals including fitness, real estate, eCommerce and consulting. Kris made a lot of money driven by the ‘lie’ that he was doing it for the family. Until the day he nearly died... The year was 2015 and his first daughter was just a few months old. The abdominal pain was so intense, Kris was forced to take refuge on the floor of a Starbucks restroom. But instead of visiting the hospital, Kris decided to return home, take some pills, and carry on. After all, he had meetings booked and deals to close.  When the pain didn’t subside after a few days, Kris did go to hospital - and the prognosis wasn’t good. He needed emergency surgery and was given a 30% chance of surviving. Post surgery, Kris had time to ref

“Presence gives us the capacity to experience what we’re experiencing, but with an internal container that can hold that experience in such a way that we aren’t completely overwhelmed or burdened by it.” I’ve had a long-held goal to interview someone like today’s guest for the podcast. An individual who spent time living in isolation as a monk while living inside the realities of chaos in today’s fast-paced world. So when I met my good friend Cory Muscara a year ago, it felt like divine timing! Cory is an international speaker and teacher on the topics of mindfulness and positive psychology - a journey that began with a desire to impress a girl. This ‘hippy’ college girlfriend sparked Cory’s interest in meditation. After their relationship broke down, Cory’s pain called him to take meditation more seriously. In turn, he spent six months in silence living as a monk in Burma where he’d meditated for over 14 hours a day. As a result of this experience, Cory is now in a beautiful position wher

“You have the power to choose in every single moment.”Hey lovely listeners… This is a slightly different episode than normal because it’s just me and no guest. But as I’m publishing this on the day before the 2010’s end, I wanted some quality time with you to reflect and share this decade’s biggest lessons. It’s my hope that you’ll feel inspired to do the same in your life as a result of this week’s show.And if you’re in the game for making 2020 the start of something extraordinary, make sure you listen to the end for a very special announcement. For the right people, it’s going to be life-changing.   “Intention does nothing but transform something meaningless into something meaningful.”In this quick-fire episode you’ll discover: The most significant things this decade has taught me about business, life, and everything in between.How I know that EVERYTHING is happening for you [even the seemingly tough bits] What becomes possible when you infuse a practice of reflection in y

“It’s the pursuit and the process of doing something — not the outcome — that actually matters.” This episode turned out a little different than our usual format! I’ve spoken with Sachit Gupta countless times. So in this episode, I was keen to see what would happen if we dived down the rabbithole with zero expectations. And the result was pure gold!   Sachit is the deep-thinking, creative genius behind Platforms Media - a company that helps amplify podcasters, authors, and other creatives by creating win-win partnerships with brands. Through this platform, Sachit has worked on marketing campaigns with top podcasters including Tim Ferriss of the Tim Ferriss Show, Andrew Warner of Mixergy, and Seth Godin, as well as social media influencers and international sports stars. In addition to his work with top creatives, Sachit is also the host of the Conscious Creators Show - where he helps his listeners make a life through their art without selling their souls. Creativity runs through

“I never make a wrong decision, I make the most informed decision of the moment.” Carol Rydell is a spiritual seeker and the founder and director of New Earth Wealth Mystery School™. In this role, she serves as a mentor and catalyst for amazing souls and spiritual entrepreneurs who are deeply committed to their growth and transformation. In her ‘safe containers’, Carol guides people on a mystical journey where they connect with their inner shaman so they can come to love and trust themselves on a level they’ve never experienced before. Carol is no stranger to navigating the ups and downs of life - something she describes as learning to live in fluidity. For example, she followed her soul’s calling to sell her accountancy firm at the height of her career so she could travel, learn about where abundance comes from, and discover parts of herself that she didn’t know existed. In this episode, Carol explains how we can learn to navigate the waves of life by tapping into natural cycles. She reminds u

“Reflection allows you to catch things before it’s too late.” December is one of my favorite months of the year. In the run-up to the holidays, I love taking time out to reflect on the previous 12 months - so I can jump into the New Year with both feet. But this December is different…Heck, it IS different! Not only are we saying goodbye to a year, but we’re getting ready to close up a decade. This is BIG news; adding more weight to the argument for rock-solid reflection. Which is why I decided to record this solo episode…I want to show you how you can best reflect - so you can create the 20/20 vision that will allow you to be your best in the months, years, and decade ahead. Check it out.  “Take a moment this time of the year to not just close out the last decade, but to think about who do I want to be in the next 10 years.” In this episode you’ll discover: Why it’s crucial to reflect and take an inventory of your life before this month ends. The question that’s guarant

“Fear is a gift. It is a gift that either keeps us safe or it’s a gift that gives us the power to make change in our life.” As a Navy Seal Officer who served in the Middle East between 1998 - 2008, Larry is used to showing up in situations where you’re genuinely walking the line between life and death.  But it was this unique military experience in high-pressure, high-stress environments that taught Larry how to lead successful teams. Despite what you think it’s not individual survival or glory that motivates people to excel. Instead, it’s your ability to coordinate action with others and figure out how to be stronger together. Today, Larry Yatch shares these insights with business leaders in his role as a leadership and behavior change expert for high performing teams. As the founder of Plan-Sight, Larry shares his proprietary leadership and planning systems to help teams unite behind purpose and get on the same page. It’s a role that’s seen him work with everyone from Merrill Lynch to We

“When you hear this thing, "These days, it’s difficult to be a man," don’t buy the bullshit. I think there has never been a better time to be a man than today.” Are you in touch with your feelings? Or do you deliberately ignore or push down your emotions because they’re too difficult to feel? Dominick Quartuccio used to be the alpha male - a ladies man, and a high-performer. He clocked up a 15-year career in financial services and earned a corner office in Times Square. In the traditional sense, Dom was a huge ‘success’. But despite all his achievements, inside he felt restless and numb. Dom realized that he’d shrunk his emotional world so severely; he didn’t know how to feel. As a result, he lost access to the infinite wisdom within. He couldn’t access his intuition and this meant his inner greatness remained locked away. Something had to change... Dom committed to feeling his emotions. He discovered that instead of being ‘evil’, his emotions provided invaluable data. They gave fire and c

“There has been very little innovation in certain categories for a long time. If there is little innovation then there is huge opportunity to disrupt, to make better, to innovate, to level up.” How many times have you held your tongue, accepted the status quo, and fallen into line?  It’s not your fault. Society wants us to conform. Society wants us to keep doing things the way they’ve always been done. But some people can’t live this way. Some people aren’t prepared to sit down, shut up, and do the things expected of them.  These people are the disruptors - and their creativity, curiosity, and persistence to ask WHY holds the potential to overhaul industries. And in doing so, they not only elevate the human experience, but they can help save the planet too.   Miki Agrawal is one such disruptor.  Miki is a serial social entrepreneur who was named “Fast Company’s Most Creative People” in 2018, “Young Global Leader” by the World Economic Forum, and INC’s “Most Im

“Money isn’t good or bad. It’s our relationship with money that is good or bad.” We say that money can’t buy happiness, but at the same time we believe money holds the solution to all kinds of problems and situations. It’s why we chase money, use finances as a measure of success, and tell ourselves life will be better when our bank balance increases. But is this the route to happiness, abundance, and freedom? Fact is, there are plenty of miserable millionaires! Money in itself will not make you happy. More important than your net worth is the quality of your relationship with your finances. In this episode, entrepreneur, and the leading expert on intentional living and financial happiness - Finnian Kelly - explains how you can raise your money consciousness to live a more authentic life. This episode is essential listening if you’re ready to discover how to better use your money and feel happy now. “Our happiness depends on whether we are living a life aligned with our purpose and val

“When we’re in struggle, that’s when our shadow and demons show up and dance.” What happens when you experience a huge failure in business? For many entrepreneurs, failure brings dark times. We’re so used to wrapping our identity around what we do that when things don’t work out, our self-worth plummets. This episode’s guest found herself in this exact situation - putting herself in $5 million of personal debt. In fact, her situation was so challenging, she found herself in a place where she felt she was worth more dead than she was alive. This is the dark side of entrepreneurship - a side that’s not often spoken about in public, but it’s a time when business owners need the most support. So after coming out of the other side of failure, Kelly wrote Lost in Startuplandia: Wayfinding for the Weary Entrepreneur - a book written to share her own experiences and insights about the start-up journey.  So if you’re struggling with failure and you need a boost to help you navigate this all-too-com

“When you’ve found your purpose, the high of living with purpose is unmatched.” This episode’s guest is Olga Rickards - a bestselling author, regular guest speaker on positive psychology at the University of British Columbia, and a sought-after life coach to high achievers. She’s worked with multi-millionaire entrepreneurs and executives running multi-billion dollar companies and she’s she’s co-authored books with Richard Branson and Brian Tracy. Originally from communist Russia [statistically one of the unhappiest places on earth], Olga was often told she’d never amount to much. She was also born with a heart condition that placed limits over what she was able to do. But after emigrating to Canada in search of a better life, things began to turn around.After a lot of soul searching, Olga discovered the universal truth that when you find your purpose and use your unique gifts to help others, the high is unmatched. And as a highly acclaimed life coach, she now lives this high everyday. Olga uses

“There is some intelligence inside of us that has direction and leads us. Every time I make a decision that’s in alignment with that big purpose, I get goosebumps.” The internet, digital media, and ecommerce has made it easier than ever to build successful businesses. The last few decades have seen countless companies come and go, but only a small percentage of brands have what it takes to stick around long-term. It begs the question; what does it take to create a sustainable business with a legacy that can outlive its founder? One of the most qualified people to answer this question is Brian Smith - the founder of the world-famous UGG Brand. Starting in the late 1970s with 500 imported boots and $500 in capital, Brian spent 17 years building the UGG brand in a multi-million dollar enterprise. After selling in 1995, the brand has continued to grow and over the past six years, annual sales have exceeded billions of dollars. Despite global dominance, life with UGG wasn’t all rosy. Sales took year

“Well-being is an ongoing thing. It’s a way of life. It isn’t a trend.” The paradigm is outdated. You don’t need to be successful before you can focus on your well-being. According to this episode’s guest - Megan McNealy - you can DO and BE well at the same time. More than that, if you make well-being a focal point for your life, you can actually LEVERAGE it to create even more success. Nowadays, Megan is an impact-driven entrepreneur and founder of Well-Being Drives Success - a multi-faceted platform that serves people striving for exceptional wellness and extraordinary success.But she didn’t always prioritize well-being. As an award winning, 20+ year First Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor at one of the largest financial firms in the world, Megan chased the traditional model of success. As a high achiever, she worked the hours and invested in the hustle. But in 2010, her life crescendoed into the ‘perfect storm’. Megan’s health had begun to deteriorate when she was diagnosed with r

“I always had this thing where I wanted to be helpful for every single person. I don’t want to have to look at someone and say there isn’t anything I can do.” Bob Gilpatrick and his business partner Larry began working on projects together when Larry was 65. At the time, Larry was in very poor health. He was suffering from a range of illnesses and disorders common with older folk. He was on 11 medications, he’d had two surgeries and was scheduled for two more, and he was riddled with pain and discomfort. It’s what happens when you’re ‘old’ - or is it? Using his 20 years’ experience in holistic nutrition, Bob developed a comprehensive nutrition plan for Larry. After just TWO months, Larry had lost pounds of excess weight, he was full of energy, and he even looked significantly younger. What’s more, Larry was able to quit all his meds, avoid two surgeries, and cut 36 years off his age [according to his life insurance provider]!The results were so astounding, that Bob and Larry founded Boomers For