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While my family visited the island of Oahu, an old friend that was in my youth group 25 years ago invited me on to speak to the 307th Expeditionary Signal Battalion. I absolutely agreed to present and instead of talking about leadership or technology or any of the things I speak about professionally.. I spoke about some really uncommon topics for the military, because I felt it necessary to help them connect with their mindset and soul. It was so warmly received, I was given permission to share it publicly… and that’s what we’re going to do today. I’m sharing with you, the recording of that speech with soldiers of the US Army base in Hawaii.

Jeff Brown has been practicing excellence and consistency for the past 29 years behind a microphone; first as an award-winning broadcaster and now as a successful podcaster, business and podcast coach, and speaker. Since July 2013, Jeff has served as host of the Read to Lead Podcast, a three-time Best Business Podcast nominee, featuring interviews with today's best business book authors including, Seth Godin, John Maxwell, Gary Vaynerchuk, Simon Sinek, Chris Brogan, Brian Tracy, Dan Miller, and over 100 more. Jeff and his work have been featured in Inc. and Entrepreneur, the blogs of Seth Godin, Chris Brogan, Jeff Goins and Social Media Explorer, as well as publications like The Nashville Business Journal, The Tennessean, and over 100 other blogs and podcasts. On this show we discuss the power of reading, lifelong learning, and planning your next career before you need to.

Chris Marlow, in 2007, met a starving young orphan living in an abandoned gas station in Zimbabwe. That encounter compelled him to start Help One Now and dedicate his life to seeking justice by empowering leaders and organizing tribes to launch global movements that do good. On this show we discuss making small actions to create huge impact in eliminating global poverty.

Kevin Roberts is, personally, experiencing a fail of his own creation. Recently, he did an interview for Business Insider and, unfortunately, was quoted saying some very irresponsible comments regarding gender equality in the advertising industry. That has cost him his job. This interview was recorded before his career went sideways and I wrestled with publishing this show. In fact, I did reach out to his team to offer an opportunity for Kevin to share his side of the story. Unfortunately, they did not reply. Regardless, I believe the content shared in this conversation is still packed with valuable content. I ask that you provide a level of grace to this man for a mistake he's made and trust that this was a lesson for him to learn and grow... we all deserve that. On this show, we discuss Kevin's new book, 64 Shots, the rapid changes in today's world, and approaching it differently and positively.

Michael Bungay Stanier knows that leadership misses coaching opportunities that can truly make managing easier and leading more empowering. In his new book, The Coaching Habit, Michael gives super practical direction on how to effectively interact with your team. Our guest is the founder and Senior Partner of Box of Crayons, a company that helps people and organizations all over the world do less Good Work and more Great Work. Box of Crayons is best known for its coaching programs that give busy managers the tools to coach in 10 minutes or less. On this show we discuss gaining more time, leading well, and empowering you employees... all by instilling a smart coaching habits. In This Episode, You'll Discover: • Being more coach-like in your leadership • Why your should stay curious a little longer before rushing to solve issues • Be lazy, be curious, and be often • Your advice monster needs to back down • Being more coach-like in your leadership • Why your should stay curious a little longer before

Scott Monty built his own personal brand and then left the corporate world to build his own company, Scott Monty Strategies. He offers wise, actionable insights to help you build your own. Scott spent six years as an executive at Ford Motor Company, as a strategic adviser on crisis communications, influencer relations, customer service, innovative product launches and more. He speaks to groups and advises brands and agencies to help them embrace the fundamentals of human communication in the digital age. His clients have included Walmart, IBM, Coca-Cola, American Airlines, T-Mobile and GE Software. Scott has been ranked by The Economist as number one atop the list 25 Social Business Leaders and by Forbes as one of the top 10 influencers in social media. He’s an internationally recognized leader in digital communications, digital transformation, social media and marketing. As a little treat, you’ll also hear him speak about his ongoing affinity and podcast, I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere. On this show we di

Living in the present is an easy concept to understand, but not always an easy one to walk out. For many, the past keeps us in a state of longing or regret. We either want to get back to the "good ol' days" or feel crippled by the pain of some negative experience. On this show I'm flying solo to share with you some life-giving encouragement, connecting you to your inner core of power, and cultivate a sense of life satisfaction.

Hans Early-Nelson requested some coaching from me. He's an artisan metalsmith from Minneapolis, Minnesota, who specializes in custom metal fabricating, blacksmithing and jewelry. He’s a super-creative guy that reached out to me after listening to an interview I gave on another podcast. In the email Hans sent me, he posed some initial questions about struggles he was having in business. I replied with some thoughts I had and then offered to do a pro-bono coaching call to see if we could explore his challenges a little more deeply as long as he allowed me to record it for the show. Hans agreed and the call you hear has been slightly edited for time, but not for content. On this show we discuss trying to find creativity, being inspired, and how to leverage what you have in order to grow and and move your company forward. In This Episode, You'll Discover: The difficulties of staying focused on your products • Being routinely inspired • Staying enthusiastic about old products while trying to develop R&

Gary Vaynerchuk believes self-awareness is a critical component to success. But what does in mean to be aware of self? Gary started off trading baseball cards, sold wine for his father’s business, started a Youtube channel called Wine Library for said Father’s brand and then turned it into a $60 Million phenomenon. Then he launched a media company, invested in a bunch of startups and co-launched a $25 Million VC seed fund. In his book, #AskGaryVee, Gary states the only chapter that should be read twice is chapter 17 - Self-awareness. On this show, we talk about family and the impact of being self-aware. In This Episode, You'll Discover: • Why Gary doesn’t communicate with his family when he travels • Gary knows this lifestyle isn’t sustainable for his children • Teaching there’s winners and losers • Being kind to every person no matter who they are and what they do • Building enormous amounts of self confidence in my kids • Gratitude, empathy, and self awareness are the billion dollar coconut water idea

Dale Richardson has always lived from a place of leadership. Even as the youngest of four growing up in Virginia, he relentlessly pursued to lead in college, social organizations, law school, and his law firm. Why? Influence. However, after a tragic accident, he was given a second chance. The idea of influence transitioned a him to a motivation of helping others. Dale become a John Maxwell Team certified Speaker, Trainer and Coach to impact people on an entirely new level. In addition, he began hosting his own podcast, Live The Goals, inspired by Maxwell's book, the "21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" On this show, we have a powerful discussion around current events, leadership, race, and seeking to understand one another in a world of misunderstanding. In This Episode, You'll Discover: • How leadership plays in all aspects of our life and family • “Leadership is influence, Nothing Less, Nothing More.”- John Maxwell • Developing influence with people • Why you can only lead people to the level you are • T

Kelly Roach developed her mindset as a young child growing up with little resources. As she got older, tenacity and perseverance carried her through college, NFL cheerleading, and being a Fortune 500 executive. Now, she’s the host of the top rated Unstoppable Success Radio podcast, an International best-selling author, and the CEO of Kelly Roach Coaching. On this show, we discuss growing us as a Pastor’s kids, building a business, and developing the effective selling skills. In This Episode, You'll Discover: • Growing up without a lot of money • Mindset before mechanics • You decide between success and sabotage • Worthiness and gratitude • Learning an entrepreneurial spirit • There is no perfect situation to start a business • Sales is serving • Results-based selling • and more!

Scott Monty built his own personal brand and then left the corporate world to build his own company, Scott Monty Strategies. He offers wise, actionable insights to help you build your own. Scott spent six years as an executive at Ford Motor Company, as a strategic adviser on crisis communications, influencer relations, customer service, innovative product launches and more. He speaks to groups and advises brands and agencies to help them embrace the fundamentals of human communication in the digital age. His clients have included Walmart, IBM, Coca-Cola, American Airlines, T-Mobile and GE Software. Scott has been ranked by The Economist as number one atop the list 25 Social Business Leaders and by Forbes as one of the top 10 influencers in social media. He’s an internationally recognized leader in digital communications, digital transformation, social media and marketing. As a little treat, you’ll also hear him speak about his ongoing affinity and podcast, I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere. On this show we di

Martin Keen was an innovation leader for Saucony, Timberland and several other shoe companies before he developed his own hybrid brand, Keen Footwear. After selling his Keen Footwear ownership to his partner, he left to create a new office furniture dedicated to a healthier style of working. His company Focal Upright builds adjustable stand-up desks and chairs to create an active office with the mission to make work play. On this show, we talk about creativity, the difficulty of corporate innovation, and building businesses.

Thomas Knoll has seen his share of leadership on both sides of organizations, well versed in the impact of actions, decisions, and techniques of leading teams well. His background is on of a human focus - community building, customer care, and emotional intelligence. As such, his philosophy of people has become the forefront of his skill sets. Thomas helps teams level-up as an Executive Advisor & Business Coach at Revelry Labs. His resume also includes companies like Primeloop, 500Startups, LaunchRock, Zappos, UserVoice, and Seesmic. On this show we talk about how to make better decisions, building teams, and servant leadership.

Ryan Holiday witnessed, first hand, the destructive force of ego when his boss and mentor unraveled from leadership at American Apparel. Throughout history, leaders have wrestled with the nature of their own egos - most of all in the spoils of success. In Ryan's book, Ego is the Enemy (I loved this book), he takes us through a journey of mythology, history, and leadership to reveal the greatest challenge to our own success - we are the potential chaos to our own story. On this show we talk about ambition, the power of humility, and accepting the possibility of plain ol' dumb luck.

Stacia Pierce started her first business after a divorce. She turned her pain and passion into a business that profits. Since then, she's helped others turn their obstacles into opportunities, been a lifecoach for twenty years, and written 21 books. She's been seen on the Steve Harvey show, works with celebrities, and enables entrepreneurs to success worldwide. On this show, we talk about launching a business, starting before you’re ready, and the simple, but most important act of showing up.

Joel Boggess believes that if have something to say, podcasting is a great medium to share it. And after half of his life in media, this is the space he's found himself most successful. Joel is also the go-to guy for clarity, confidence and direction. He’s the guy people call when they’re feeling stuck, under-challenged or overwhelmed. He’s written a book called, “Finding your Voice”, that hit the #1 spot on Amazon. And his podcast, ReLaunch, was named by Podcasters’ Paradise as “Best Overall” podcast of 2014 and “Most Inspirational” podcast for 2014 and 2015; and has recently passed the one million listens mark. On this show we talk about being passionate, living your purpose, and being the best you that you can possibly be.

When Terry Lancaster talks about happiness and being better at developing yourself, he’s talking practical, achievable, and purposeful brilliance. With humor and snark, he delivers a smart guide on determining for yourself, the best approach to improving your life - whether health, finances or relationships. Author of the #1 best selling book, BETTER! Self Help For The Rest Of Us, Terry writes and speaks on the power of habit and focus, helping salespeople and entrepreneurs people build better lives and better careers, one minor adjustment, one focused action, one better habit at a time. On this show, we talk about building automatic habits, quantum physics, and the science of happiness.

Why must anything require patience? It's a junky thing to have to wait for anything - I want it NOW... right? The most well intentioned people will tell you, "good things come to those that wait" or "patience is a virtue". But that doesn't resolve the anxiety I'm feeling or the urgency to see this situation resolved. However, in the pain, fear, and frustration there is a way to rise above to make more effective decisions for you and the people you love. On this show we talk about hating your current situation, pushing past our need for control, and the art of patience.

Dr. Henry Cloud works with leaders - a clinical psychologist with an extensive background in both the clinical and professional consulting world, and he has a well-established private practice in California. He is an international in-demand speaker and bestselling author whose titles include: The One-Life Solution , Integrity, Boundaries, Nine Things You Simply Must Do, Changes That Heal, and numerous others. He has been a guest on numerous television and radio shows and written for many publications. He lives in Los Angeles. On this show, we discuss Dr. Henry Cloud’s newest book, The Power of the Other - the startling effect other people have on you, from the boardroom to the bedroom and beyond - and what you can do about it.