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  World-renowned coach, speaker and author Alan Stein Jr. breaks down what the highest performers do during unseen hours, best exemplified in a private session with basketball superstar Kobe Bryant. Guest Bio: Alan Stein Jr. spent 15+ years working with the highest performing basketball players on the planet. Alan delivers high-energy keynotes, interactive workshops and impactful full-day trainings to help organizations improve performance, cohesion and accountability. He inspires and empowers everyone he works with to take immediate action and improve mindset, habits and productivity. Alan teaches how the same strategies that elite athletes use to perform at a world-class level can be utilized in business to build a winning culture. He is the author of the book, Raise Your Game: High-Performance Secrets from the Best of the Best. (source: raiseyourgamebook.com)   Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word “successful” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? When did it shift for him, from what he grew up thinking about what success is, to when it shifted to that new idea of success? Does he have any adversity or struggle that he went through that have made him the person that he is today? One of the most dangerous games any of us can play is the comparison game. How did he get into the high-level engagement in basketball and coaching? What were the top 2 – 3 things that he noticed that stood out among elite performers? Passion is a requirement to be successful but it doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be successful. The best never get bored with the basics.   What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why he considers himself successful I don’t think success is something that’s achieved. I think it’s something that we’re constantly in search of and constantly trying to attain. Personal connotation and definition of adversity and failure Failure is just part of the process. That it’s a requirement to achieve happiness, fulfilment and success. It’s not something to be resisted or to be avoided. Kobe Bryant doing the basics If we want to be the best that we’re capable of, we have to acknowledge that the basics work, but we have to have the humility to also acknowledge that doing them consistently everyday is definitely not easy. The link between adversity and high performance Sports and low stakes adversity help to develop resilience Why it’s ok to get No’s (or getting turned down) Using repetition to condition ourselves to raise our tolerance for these types of failures and adversities Concept of failure and adversity as one of his primary parenting pillars The most important skill that he wants his kids to develop Choices and consequences   Links: Alan’s website: https://alansteinjr.com/ Book website: Raise Your Game: High-Performance Secrets from the Best of the Best Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlanSteinJr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/alansteinjr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AlanSteinJr/   The post SA 091: How to Raise Your Game with Performance Coach Alan Stein Jr. appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  In this episode, entrepreneur and author Ajit Nawalkha of Mindvalley talks about his book, LIVE BIG: The Entrepreneurs Guide to Passion, Practicality and Purpose. Here he shares lessons on entrepreneurship, parenting, mentorship, mindset, productivity, success, and more. Guest Bio: Ajit Nawalkha was born and raised in the small town of Jaipur, India with humble beginnings. Living in a house with an extended family of 23 others, space and money were scarce. As a young boy he dreamt of abundance and at the young age of 12 made a decision to plant himself where he knew he could grow and fulfill such a dream. From starting out as a spearheading leader volunteering in the world’s largest young leaders organization, Ajit has held various roles including the CEO of Mindvalley, Co-founder of Mindvalley Teach and Co-founder of Global Grit Institute. Over the past decade he has built and sold multiple companies, coached entrepreneurs and consulted companies scaling their impact. During his journey, Ajit discovered it is possible to create the abundant reality he dreamt of as a young boy. His passion and drive to share the business and productivity strategies which have helped him build and grow numerous multi-million-dollar businesses. His desire to support humanity to an even better future and ignite abundance in business and life is why he has poured his heart, learnings and strategies into his book, LIVE BIG: The Entrepreneurs Guide to Passion, Practicality and Purpose. (source: amazon.com)   Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word “successful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? Is there one person that impacted him the most when he was growing up, or in developing the entrepreneur he wanted to be? What were some of the things that his father did that helped to shape him? With the success that he has, how did he deconstruct it, how did he think about it without giving up the financial lifestyle? What are the key components and what are the foundational concepts in the book, Live Big? What are some of the barriers that he’s seeing in the people that he work with or the people in his life, to be able to execute? What are the contrarian views of people?   What You’ll Learn In This Episode: How his background in India shaped his life His father’s influence on his own parenting Why he quit engineering even if everybody said it was the right path to go What he learned when he joined the student organization AIESEC What is MindValley When he first became interested in entrepreneurship, the digital world and the internet Having purposeful conversations about our relationships, health, experiences, our contributions to the world so we can live a big life and not just a hardworking life Deconstructing your life: How to create the life you want Planning to quit your job?  Follow your passion, but be practical about it. What you need to create a new reality in your life Leader of None  – the way to lead an organization Language of love and the absolute truth of humanity His thoughts on routines, productivity Cal Newport’s Deep Work Recommended Books/Works: (on personal transformation and business transformation) Steven Kotler Adam Grant Vishen Lakhiani Neeta Bhushan   LIVE BIG: The Entrepreneurs Guide to Passion, Practicality and Purpose Website: http://Livebigthebook.com On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Big-Entrepreneurs-Passion-Practicality/dp/1946885428/   The post SA 090: How to Truly Live Big with Entrepreneur & Author Ajit Nawalkha appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  In this episode, Kevin Bartlett talks about how he got involved with the 24 Foundation, his own experience with his father’s battle with cancer, and how that motivated him to find a mission and make an impact. Guest Bio: “Dream Big, Worry Small.” If you ask anyone who knows Kevin you will be greeted with a smile and a unique connection. Kevin is a fun-loving and passionate person who is always challenging himself professionally and personally. He moved to Charlotte in 2004 where he worked for Pulte homes and became one of the top sales leaders in the country. From there he spent multiple years in the medical device industry. Kevin now works for Dell EMC where he is responsible for managing a multimillion dollar business in the Carolina’s. In 2013, without owning a road bike and having never swam a lap in his life, Kevin signed up for a half ironman. He has since competed in 3 half ironman races and multiple other races. His claim to fame is being featured in the Charlotte Agenda as the Charlottean of the day as the top local male finisher at the Charlotte Spartan race. When he is not training or working, Kevin spends time with his family and friends. Kevin is blessed with his wife Nicole who is a two-time cancer survivor, his dog Dabo and a new addition coming summer 2018. (source: https://www.24foundation.org/about/board-of-directors/)   Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word “successful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? How did he become involved with 24 Foundation? What sort of sponsorships do they have on board that he’s proud of, that he’s hoping to potentially get on board in the coming years? What does the future look like for 24 Foundation? What are you thinking about for a growth plan in the next 3,5, 10 years? What You’ll Learn In This Episode: How his parents, grandparents, sister and other people around him made an impact on how he grew up to be a person of high integrity How he overcame growing up with a learning disability By being able to attack things with a positive mindset, there really is no disability. How 24 Foundation helps cancer patients, survivors, families and other people affected by cancer. How 24 Foundation focuses on survivorship and navigation Impact Reports: https://www.24foundation.org/impact/ How you can help 24 Foundation Website: http://24foundation.org   The post SA 089: Finding a Mission and Making an Impact with 24 Foundation’s Kevin Bartlett appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  Scott Gerber of The Community Company join us in this episode, and we talk about connection, community, developing deep authentic relationships, being yourself, and what it takes to be a consistent community builder and relationship builder. Guest Bio: Scott Gerber is CEO of The Community Company, an organization that builds and manages community-driven programs for media companies and global brands. He is the founder of YEC, an invitation-only organization comprised of the world’s most successful young entrepreneurs, and Forbes Councils, a collective of invitation-only organizations for elite executives. He is also sought-after speaker, the co-author of Superconnector and the author of Never Get a “Real” Job. Scott has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Bloomberg, Fortune, TIME, CNN, MSNBC, CNBC, Reuters, Mashable, BBC, NPR, Forbes, The Daily Beast, CBS News, US News & World Report, Fox News, Inc. and Entrepreneur, and has been honored by NASDAQ and the White House. (source: scottdgerber.com) Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word “successful” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? Was he a natural relationship-building person? How do you go from your natural inclination as an extrovert or introvert to becoming a superconnector? What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Insights on being an extrovert The work that they focus on in The Community Company Auditing ourselves to think about how we build community Core traits of superconnectors Most connectors have very very small inner circles. You want to create strong, deep, meaningful inner circles of people that are really reflective of the five average people that you’re with. The power of conversations in building relationships It’s the conversations that you have that are ultimately allowing you to learn more than surface level, determine who you should invest in to ultimately have long-term relationships with. How technology and systems allow one to be a superconnector It’s about creating these intimate safe oasis settings whether online or offline that allow people to meaningfully connect, that have walls, that are safe, that are curated. Links: Book: https://superconnectorbook.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/scottgerber The Community Company https://community.co/       The post SA 088: How to Become a SuperConnector with Scott Gerber appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  How do you deal with adversity and use it to be better and not bitter? Joining us in this episode is Harriet Cabelly, Adversity Counselor And Parent Coach. We talk about her experiences of adversity, loss and trauma, and she shares what motivated her to be the person and the coach that she is. Guest Bio: Harriet Cabelly is a social worker, speaker and workshop facilitator who has appeared on ABC News as a parenting coach and is a guest coaching expert on WOR Radio’s Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Show. As a positive psychology coach, Harriet journeys with her clients as they cope with and grow beyond their painful situations. (source: amazon.com) Some Questions We Ask: When she hears the word “successful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What are the common themes that she’s learned from her interviews, from the people, the adversity stories and how they’ve overcome them? To find your purpose or really understanding your purpose, does one have to understand themselves on a deep level? Like who you are as a person, what your core values are? Is that part and parcel of figuring out your purpose and moving forward? When we have a reason, something bigger than ourselves, something that transcends our specific situation, it’s huge in helping us cope and it’s huge in helping us move on. He who has a why to live can bear almost any how. – Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche In her work, when somebody comes to her and they’re struggling with or they’re dealing with the adversities in their lives. What are some of the things in her curriculum that she’s trying to teach them or open them up to? It’s not really about the circumstance that defines what kind of a life you live, whether it be happy or rich, or not… It’s more how we respond to our circumstance.   What are some of the activities or exercises that she can recommend to somebody who’s dealing with adversity and trying to respond it in a positive way? What has she seen as far as the impact on the community and the relationships around her in using adversity to your advantage? Are there other parts to this with regard to community, the right community around you? How we label and define ourselves. Are we limiting ourselves by our own label? Or are we expanding ourselves by saying, yes, I have this label, AND… No matter what problems and disabilities there are in people, there is a core, and everyone has strength. And it behooves us to dig for those and find them. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Harriett’s background, what she considers her first real adversity and what pointed her in the direction of her life theme The powerful shift that helped her create her Parenting Mission Statement Why she started her blog and how it led to her book No one gets through this life unscathed, we all have stuff come at us. The key is not so much how do we avoid, but what do we do when it does hit us. Freeing ourselves from victim mentality  You can’t change what happened, you can only change how you respond to what happened. And that has to be intentional and choice-driven. Of parenting and resilience: Our kids are not growing into resilient people and they’re not learning coping skills. When we don’t teach coping skills, when we keep running in to save and protect and disallow from those negative feelings, we’re not giving them anything to deal with future adversity. One action step that somebody could take tomorrow to start getting on the right path Links: Harriet’s website: http://Rebuildlifenow.com Harriet’s book: Living Well Despite Adversity Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Social Psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky’s pie of happiness Martin Seligman: WWW – What’s working well? Temple Grandin   The post SA 087: Living Well Despite Adversity with Harriet Cabelly appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

Peak performance coach and NLP Master Practitioner Len Wright talks about the science and mechanics behind how to train your brain to use adversity to your advantage. Guest Bio: Len Wright of ZenLenCoaching.com is a performance coach, Neuro Linguistic Programming Master Practitioner, Psycho-linguistics Practitioner and Certified Hypnotherapist. Len loves seeing people shed and release what’s holding them back and watch the sparkle in their eyes when they feel the shift take hold. He loves sharing what he has learned and being the sherpa, transforming the lives of those who are willing, committed and eager to evolve and tap into their true potential. He considers it a true act of passion and a deep privilege to walk alongside people in their journey, planning, strategizing and working with them to expand the success in their lives. Len has over 24 years of experience in entrepreneurship and business with skill sets in sales, human behavior, communication, government, marketing, PR and creating joint ventures of all kinds. With a deep people morphing power experience and a wide range of high-level communication abilities, he can connect the dots and create massive leverage within the people and projects he works with. Len is a husband of 25 years, a father, Cane Corso owner and a rebel / non-conformist extraordinaire. (source: zenlencoaching.com) Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind? None of our moments, none of the experiences that we have, no experience in the world has its own meaning. It doesn’t have an intrinsic meaning unto itself. How do we prepare ourselves to meet adversities head on, so we can have the right mindset and we can see them as the opportunities that they are? By avoiding challenges, you make them stronger. Whatever you resist in life, persists and grows. Practice focus. The only thing that you truly control is where you focus your thought. What books would he suggest to the audience? The Kybalion: A Study of The Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Benjamin Franklin and Leonardo Da Vinci as mystics Leonardo da Vinci and the potentials of the mind Once you actually realize that the less you know yourself, truly know yourself within, the less potential you’re really tapping into. There is no destination or endpoint to our growth, to our potential. The more you know yourself, the more you realize that potential within. Len’s background and how it influenced his work Once we understand that rough seas make for a good sailor, then we’re not running from the rough seas; we’re running into them. Continually going through challenge, meeting it and exceeding it, builds muscle. Consciousness is exactly the same. The mechanics and science of how our brains work, starting from our initial thought Mysticism, alchemy, Freemasons: why these are important The importance of studying Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and other old philosophers of ancient Greece and Egypt Website: http://zenlencoaching.com     The post SA 086: The Mechanics of the Mind with Performance Coach Len Wright appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

In this episode, Kristin Darga, founder of  Impact Founder, talks about mental and emotional health, and working with entrepreneurs struggling with depression and feelings of inadequacy and failure. Guest Bio: Kristin Darga, Founder of Impact Founder Through her work, she saw need for a community where founders could connect and share their stories of success and failures. After her ex-boyfriend almost took his life and she heard about a number of founder suicides, Kristin took action and created Impact Founder, a global multi-media movement to create authentic entrepreneurship community. This growing community supports and empowers entrepreneurs to combat isolation through connection and support each other through the struggles to make a lasting impact. She has a multitude of experience as a founder, executive director, and manager with nonprofits, startups and corporations, including Sony Pictures Entertainment. During her training, she studied with some of the world’s top health and wellness experts at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition©. including Dr. Andrew Weil, Director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine; Dr. Deepak Chopra, leader in the field of mind-body medicine; Dr. David Katz, Director of Yale University’s Prevention Research Center; Dr. Walter Willett, Chair of Nutrition at Harvard University. The program at the Institute for Integrative nutrition covers over 100 dietary theories, innovative coaching and practical lifestyle management techniques. She has also furthered her education by training with Landmark Worldwide. (Source: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristindarga/) Some Questions We Ask: When she hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind? I was taught at a young age that every single person is a human and that they’re the same. Was there a person, or a moment or a series of moments that got her started thinking about how entrepreneurship could be a pathway for her? Are there any people she’s worked with that she’d use as a potential case study, like somebody that she made an impact with? People that she worked with that are doing exceptionally well because of the work that she’s done with them? What’s next in her journey? What’s next for the book? What’s next for Impact Founder? How can the audience support the work that she’s doing? Where can they find the book? By creating Impact Founder, we create stronger businesses. If there’s one entrepreneur listening to this podcast, what would be one takeaway for them that she would suggest or recommend, if they’re struggling with depression, mental health, feeling lonely? I really understand that my life is created by me. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Kristin’s family background and how it shaped her view of success The adversity moment or series of moments that got her focused on this idea (of Impact Founder). People are really struggling. Entrepreneurship isn’t just sexy. How Impact Founder is helping entrepreneurs work on their mental health Success is a challenge. Links: Website: https://www.impactfounder.com/ Book: Impact Founder: Inspirational stories of entrepreneurs who risk everything for what they believe in   The post SA 085: Mental Health in Entrepreneurship with Impact Founder Kristin Darga appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

Entrepreneur and bestselling author Rob Reid talks about curiosity and his many interests including science fiction, tech, and Middle Eastern history. He shares his writing process and his thoughts about the future, his books, and his podcast, After On. Guest Bio: Rob Reid is an author of speculative fiction based in New York City. His new novel, After On, concerns a diabolical social network (Phluttr) with the means and (perhaps?) the inclination to take full control of human society. His prior novel, Year Zero, was a New York Times bestseller, and depicts a vast alien civilization whose obsession with American pop music bankrupts the entire universe. A former venture capitalist, Rob was the founder, CEO, and later Chairman of Listen.com, which created and developed Rhapsody – the first online music service to secure full-catalog licenses from all of the major labels. Rhapsody created the unlimited streaming model later adopted by Spotify, Apple, and many others. (source: https://after-on.com/) Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word “successful,” what’s the first thing that comes to mind? To what would he attribute his insatiable interest and curiosity in different things and people? Has he faced financial pressure in pursuing his interests? Looking back to when he started Listen.com and Rhapsody, what does he think is his role, from  the music subscription service perspective? What’s his writing process and how does he synthesize his research and weave it into a story that’s palatable and something that’s going to grab a reader? What is he most proud of? What You’ll Learn In This Episode: How being an orphan shaped his worldview That’s one great thing about being adopted, you know that your addition to that family was a highly intentional act that took years of work. If you grew up with a couple of older siblings, couple of parents, and you have this deeply seated notion that we’re all cut from the same cloth, you might perceive ceilings and floors in your abilities. His thoughts on Spotify, consumers, and the music streaming business model Why and how he started his new book, After On His plans for his podcast, After On Website:   http://after-on.com Book:   After On: A Novel of Silicon Valley https://www.amazon.com/After-Silicon-Valley-Rob-Reid/dp/1524798053/       The post SA 084: Looking into the Future with Entrepreneur & Bestselling Author Rob Reid appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  NFL player Thomas Williams talks about the challenges he faced in his football career, how he transitioned to being a published author and public speaker, and his thoughts on goal setting, peak performance and the future of football. Guest Bio: As a Published Author, Public Speaker, Guest Lecturer and NFL Player Engagement Ambassador, Thomas R. Williams is  “The Professional Reminder.” Known for his engaging presentations, Thomas’ passion is to remind companies, organizations and individuals that you don’t have to look for “GREATNESS”, because it’s already inside of you. “Everyone has everything they need, to get everything they want.” Every single one of Thomas’ audiences is challenged to DREAM, DARE, and DO. Thomas R. Williams lives by one philosophy in life, and the philosophy is “anyone, anytime, anywhere can become anything they want to be.” All over the world, Thomas reminds people that the time is NOW and the place is HERE, to create the life of your dreams.” Thomas graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Sociology. During his years at USC, Thomas won 2 national championships and 3 Rose Bowls as a linebacker for the Trojans. Then as Thomas went on to play 5 years in the NFL he was not just focused on winning and competing, but rather mastering goal setting, teamwork, perseverance and leadership. After a career-ending injury in 2011, Thomas transitioned from being a game changer to a life changer. With both National and International speaking engagements Thomas went from tackling players to helping people tackle goals and accomplishments. There is not a day that goes by where Thomas isn’t seeking GREATNESS. He knows that there are only 24 hours in a day, and opportunity doesn’t have a favorite day of the week. So go ahead and embrace yours today! (source: http://www.thomasrwilliams.com/) Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind? What are the keys to making sure that he tells his story in the most impactful way possible? “Authenticity always wins.” “Tell a story for the heart and add a point for the brain.” What are his thoughts on the current state and future of football? If he could have dinner with someone he admires, past or present, who would it be and why? What You’ll Learn In This Episode: How his family background influenced his mindset in sports, in life What playing for USC and the NFL meant to him How he transitioned to public speaking and writing books His next big goal “Sometimes our goals are unrealistic. What we want and what we’re willing to do to get it don’t add up.” Book Recommendations: See You at the Top by Zig Ziglar The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson Act Like A Success, Think Like A Success by Steve Harvey The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg Links: Website:  http://www.thomasrwilliams.com/ Thomas’ Books: Permission to Dream         The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness       The post SA 083: The Relentless Pursuit of Greatness with NFL Player Thomas Williams appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  Muay Thai Champion Chris Romulo talks about his upbringing, his relationship with his father, what he’s tried to do with his own kids, and the amazing story of adversity he’s gone through to build this resilience that he has through sport. Guest Bio: Chris Romulo is a Queens, New York native who always yearned for growth. In his early twenties, he transformed himself from a street kid into a Muay Thai Champion with over 40 fights and 6 titles under his belt. Today, he’s a coach at his gym CROM Physical Culture and mindset speaker to both youth and adults. Chris has taken what he’s learned in the ring and turned it into a practical curriculum, U.P.R.I.S.E. The curriculum shows you how to tap into your natural abilities and become the champion of your life. In May of 2017, Chris co-authored and published his memoir, Champions Uprising, which displays his unwavering mindset of determination, grit, and perseverance of spirit. Chris has taken his focus from performing in the ring to jumping on stage to motivate, educate and inspire the masses.  He has been featured in Yahoo News, The NY Daily News and Men’s Journal, to name a few. (source: www.chrisromulo.com) Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What was the turning point in his life when things changed for him? What does it take to have “heart” in sports and in life? If he could have dinner with someone he admires, past or present, who would it be and why? What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Chris’ family background, and how his relationship with his father affected him Why he turned to martial arts, Muay Thai The key to his success in Muay Thai The CHAMPS mindset Anything that we want in life has to start from within us, not from some external source. It has to start with our own mindset and understanding that we can take decisive control over what we really want. Surround yourself with better people. People that are going to pull you up and help you become a better person. Hurricane Sandy and how it affected him, his business and his family What it means to “fall seven times, get up eight” Chris’ Book:   Champions Uprising: Fall 7 Times, Stand Up 8 https://www.amazon.com/Champions-Uprising-Fall-Times-Stand-ebook/dp/B072PKQRMY/         Websites: Chris Romulo: http://www.chrisromulo.com/ CROM Physical Culture: http://www.crompc.com/       The post SA 082: How to Build True Resilience with Muay Thai Champion Chris Romulo appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

What does it take to be different in a world where everyone’s doing the same thing? Steve Sims, founder of Bluefish, has a new book, Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen. Here he talks about relationships, communication, entrepreneurship, parenting, and building a successful business that’s different from everyone else’s. Guest Bio: Steve Sims is the visionary founder of Bluefish: the world’s first luxury concierge that delivers the highest level of personalized travel, transportation, and cutting-edge entertainment services to corporate executives, celebrities, professional athletes, and other discerning individuals interested in living life to its fullest. Without attending college and his self-proclaimed spelling and grammatical skills sub-par to that of a 7 year old (he apologizes to any 7yr olds reading this), Steve’s entrepreneurial know-how, lateral thinking and cunning drive have the world’s most-renowned celebrities, business moguls & entrepreneurs constantly asking, “tell us how you did it!” Over the past 18 years, Steve has fulfilled client requests from the unbelievable to the impossible with one simple phone call – sending clients to visit the Titanic in a submersible, getting them onstage to sing with their favorite rock band and clink glasses at private dinners with industry leaders like Donald Trump and Mark Burnett. (source: www.stevedsims.com and www.facebook.com/SteveDSims) Some Questions We Ask: Why the book, why now, why did he get the book made? 1 or 2 key points from the book that he wants people to potentially take away Does he find that people can execute on the principles that you’re putting out there, but they miss some core pieces to that? Like what is their why and how to be authentic? Does he feel like people may have some success tactically in business but don’t figure out or don’t care to figure out who they are at all? People try to be someone different when the true fact is, being you requires zero effort, which allows you to now give your clients, your friends, your family everything. Because you’re not holding anything back to try and keep up this persona. Try being you because you already are unique. Why does he do things? How does he instill in his kids the values that he developed in the background that he came from, dealing with adversity and coming from nothing? How does he make sure they understand blue collar work ethic? You’ve got to allow your kids to be in positions and situations where they make the best decisions. What’s his daily routine? What You’ll Learn in this Episode: Steve’s views on communication, email and social media For one day, pretend email is dead. How would you communicate with people? Social (media) is not communicating. It’s yelling a message and hoping someone replies. How to recognize and get rid of “vampires” The Chug Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR5spHHhIvE How he teaches his kids about work, entrepreneurship, education, negotiation The importance of writing down things How rewarding yourself makes you work better When you start rewarding yourself for how well you’re working, and not money but experiential, you actually end up working better because you see the benefits of those. Links: Previous episode with Steve Sims: http://www.nickdinardo.com/steve-sims/ Websites: http://thebluefish.com http://stevedsims.com Book: Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen https://www.amazon.com/Bluefishing-Art-Making-Things-Happen/dp/1501152513     The post SA 081: The Art of Making Things Happen with Bluefish Founder Steve Sims appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  The Center for Awesomeness Co-founder, Nick Hemmert, describes himself as a collector of Awesomeness. A practitioner of Awesomeness. A shopkeeper of Awesomeness. He brings his passion for personal growth and development to his business, community, family and friends. He is an Infinite Possibilities Trainer, a Tony Robbins Mastery University graduate (yes, he’s walked on fire several times), Oneness Blessing Giver, and a board member of Mile Hi Church outside Denver, Co. He is currently studying to become a practitioner through the Centers for Spiritual Living. Oh and by the way he is also planning to go to ministerial school after that. Originally from the beautiful state of Ohio, Nick lives in Denver with his wife, Monica, two-year-old son, Griffin and Baby Iz. Nick is a consciousness strategist who’s passionate about getting people to do at least one awesome thing per day for themselves or another with our 121% Awesome model. (source: http://thecenterforawesomeness.com/about-us/)   Some questions we ask:  When he hears the word successful, who is the person who comes to mind and why? How did Nick develop his ability to spot authenticity in people? What does the Center for Awesomeness creed mean to Nick? Why is it so important? What is one step people can do to take action about gratitude? What has been one major learning moment from this experience?   What you’ll learn in this episode:  Nick talks about his family and how he has been influenced by them. The idea of unconditional love and how that impacts authenticity. How to survive and overcome bullying. “I never wanted anyone to experience that again. Ever.” Dealing with depression. Nick’s take on Protection vs. Experience. Love being a core foundation to success. Nick talks about his son’s Hero Bracelet as a creative way to deal with bullying. The creed of The Center for Awesomeness “An awesome life is one of positive and purposefulness.” “Choose discomfort over resentment.” The Center for Awesomeness Cards Project The importance of showing and expressing gratitude on a more regular basis. “You can’t do this wrong.” The importance of showing up.   Links: The Center for Awesomeness: http://thecenterforawesomeness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ctr4awesomeness/ Cards Project: http://thecenterforawesomeness.com/cards Front Row Dads: http://frontrowfactor.com/dads/ John Israel and his thank you note idea: http://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/mans-mission-write-notes-day-year-filled-lot/story?id=46846749   Books: The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael A. Singer The post SA080 – Unconditional Love and Gratitude with Nick Hemmert appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

In Mike’s own words: When I am not busy staring into the eyes of my gorgeous wife (who I’ve known since the age of nine) or playing with my four beautiful children, I am seeking ways to make a significantly positive impact in the lives of others. Like you, I came out of the womb ready to make an impact. It was only a few years later that I began my journey as an entrepreneur and thought leader. I’ve spent nearly the last decade working with all kinds of entrepreneurs, and have developed the ability to connect in a meaningful way by asking thought provoking questions aimed to get at the core of what motivates them to do what they do. It has been said that I have an insatiable appetite to grow and improve and I totally agree! I’m hungry! It is from this desire that The Impact Entrepreneur Show and Blog was borne. On the show, I take you behind closed doors and invite you into my conversations with these game changers. The conversations I have go beyond success and failure, beyond product service or platform to uncover what is really behind the decisions these entrepreneurs make and what IMPACT they hope to have in the world. While many of the entrepreneurs I interviews are well known, I will often introduce you to rising stars who are creating tremendous change in the lives of others. I am stoked to live in Santa Cruz, California where I am simultaneously surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation and crazy traffic on Highway one. Thanks for joining me on the ride. Now…Brace for Impact! (source: http://theimpactentrepreneur.net/about-mike/)   Some questions we ask:  When he hears the word successful, who is the person who comes to mind and why? How do lessons from his childhood manifest in Mike’s life today? How does Mike suggest people overcome issues with their loved ones? What are the adverse situations that led Mike to who he is today? What is the one major takeaway Mike has learned from The Impact Entrepreneur Show?   What you’ll learn in this episode:  Mike’s father’s military career and the issues that arose from it. Mike’s mother was the co-founder of his parents’ company. “Let’s praise for a minute and just say how freaking awesome our spouses and moms are. Their ability to do the things that they do is truly superhuman.” Mike talks about the evolution of his relationship with his dad. Mike’s experience at the Vietnam memorial in Washington, DC. “He makes an effort to bridge that gap, to make healing and unification a priority at all times.” Asking the right questions about adverse situations. “Everybody has a story that has shaped them into who they are.” Mike’s journey through adversity and how he responded. How the financial crisis impacted Mike and his family. “I was pursuing other people’s goals.” Turning failures into opportunities. “We have the power to frame how we look at those setbacks.” Mike explains the six bridges to personal growth and well being: faith, family, friends, finances, fitness, fun. “It’s important for us to identify, develop, and hone the unique abilities that we each have.” Mike tells us about The Impact Entrepreneur Show and the meaning behind “Brace For Impact.”   Links: The Impact Entrepreneur Show: http://theimpactentrepreneur.net/ Scorecard: http://theimpactentrepreneur.net/scorecard The Impact Entrepreneur Show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/impactentrepreneurshow/ Pope Francis TEDTalk: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2017/04/26/pope-francis-ted-talk-vancouver-video_n_16261862.html Books: Aspire: Discovering Your Purpose Through the Power of Words by Kevin Hall Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl The post SA079: Becoming an Impact Entrepreneur with Mike Flynn appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  Dave Fleming is a highly sought-after keynote speaker who invigorates audiences with his thought-provoking lessons, gleaned from two decades of studying ingenuity and coaching some of the world’s most ingenious tribes. A student and teacher of human ingenuity, Dave’s scholarly and professional experiences led him to develop a framework for collective ingenuity he calls Tribal Alchemy. Dave speaks, writes and works with teams across the country to help them transform what they have into what they need. Dave earned a Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership and a Ph.D. in Human and Organizational Systems. He is an assistant professor in the department of Psychiatry in the College of Medicine at the University of Arizona. (source: https://www.amazon.com/Dave-Fleming/e/B001HO5W4W/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1)   Some questions we ask:  When he hears the word successful, who is the person who comes to mind and why? What were Dave’s formative years like? How did Dave handle the shift that came with leaving the world of Evangelicalism, especially relating to his parents? What led him to the idea of Tribal Alchemy? How people can use this when developing communities for themselves? Can you create Tribal Alchemy with individuals with a subpar mindset?   What you’ll learn in this episode:  Dave’s 25-year-old son and his ability to be resilient when adversity hits. “Without challenges, we wouldn’t be positioned to grow into the success that we achieve.” Dave explains moving away his Evangelical beliefs, after thinking that would play a role in his success. “There really isn’t a whole lot of difference between the way business is run and the way church is run.” The power and value of a tribe and how they can create alchemy in the world. “The basic unit of a tribe that has the potential to come up with the creative solutions we need in the world.” Dave tells the story of deciding to leave his religious life behind, even after attending bible college and seminary. “I had to let go to a lot of beliefs that made me feel good.” “It became more important to me to honor my voice, than to walk a road that was comfortable and secure.” Dave explains the idea of Tribal Alchemy and how he works with people to achieve it. “You don’t start by bemoaning what you don’t have, you start by maximizing what you do.” How to deal with people who don’t share your mindset and hinder alchemy. “Bad days or good days, we are radically committed to our own self development.”   Links: Dave Fleming: http://davefleming.com/ Email: dave@davefleming.org K. Anders Ericsson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K._Anders_Ericsson Atul Gawande: http://atulgawande.com/ Mother Teresa and Missionaries of Charity: http://www.motherteresa.org/07_family/Volunteering/v_cal.html   Books: Tribal Alchemy: Mining Your Team’s Collective Ingenuity by Dave Fleming Leadership and the New Science: Discovering Order in a Chaotic World by Margaret J. Wheatley The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization by Peter M. Senge The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande Everybody Writes: Your Go-To Guide to Creating Ridiculously Good Content by Ann Handley Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise by Anders Ericsson New York 2140 by Kim Stanley Robinson   The post SA078: How to Create Tribal Alchemy with Dave Fleming appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  Zach Obront is co-founder of Book in a Box, a publishing company that helps surround experts with the professional publishing team necessary to help them write, publish, and market their books. He’s worked directly with hundreds of authors to professionally publish and promote their books, reaching millions of readers. He is also the co-author of The Book in a Box Method, a step-by-step instruction manual on how to replicate this process. Zach lives in Austin, Texas. (source: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/features/zach-obront-book-box/)   Some questions we ask:  When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What shaped Zach into the perspectives that he has today? How did having many small interests and success lead to finding motivates him? What were Zach’s parents and upbringing like? How do we get people to override thinking about failure in a negative way? What are some of the big obstacles Zach needed to overcome?   What you’ll learn in this episode:  The importance on focusing on the process, not the result. “I’ve never even thought about working a normal job, I don’t think I’d be able to.” How BookInABox.com helps turn people’s great ideas into books. The importance of chasing your natural curiosities, and how that might lead to bullying when your younger. “I’m more excited by ideas than people in a lot of cases.” The business relationship between Zach and Tucker Max. Low probability/high upside ideas “When you make a decision for yourself it feels very differently from when someone else makes it for you.” Entrepreneurial mindset vs. Operator mindset. The growth and struggles with that growth of becoming the leader of a business. “Be open to absorbing what people are telling you and what your situation is telling you.”   Links: Book in a Box: http://bookinabox.com/ Origin story: http://bookinabox.com/about-us/our-origin-story/ Richard Feynman: http://www.feynman.com/ Zach on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zachobront Email: Zach@bookinabox.com   Book: Zorba the Greek by Nikos Kazantzakis   The post SA077: The Importance of Transparency with Book in a Box Co-Founder Zach Obront appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

Bio: The surface doesn’t always reflect what is really deep underneath. Truth: we don’t know what experiences someone brings to the table when we meet them. Nothing more real can be said about Larry Hagner’s story than that. To meet Larry, one would not know, first hand, his tumultuous childhood. Childhood Raised by a single mom, Larry’s father left the picture when he was nine months old. After this, Larry recalls his adopted father entering his life at the age of 4, hence the name Hagner, as a good person who drank a lot. This same scenario would continue with the other men Larry would know as significant male figures as a child. Struggling internally with the fact that he did not really know his biological father, Larry finally had the chance at the age of 12. Unfortunately, this exchange did not have the positive result Larry had hoped for. Hitting rock bottom at the young age of twelve Larry’s experience meeting his biological father sent him into a tail-spin: he failed 8th grade (straight F’s-that’s hard to do!) and continued to gain weight. In another life scenario that could have gone completely wrong, Larry had the fortitude to turn it around. This time, one of his mom’s husbands, a former bodybuilder, businessman and abusive alcoholic, asked him if “he was sick and tired of being a fat ***” (sorry, it’s a family show). With that, Larry started working out early in the mornings and eating better. Losing weight and becoming more fit in high school, Larry’s self-esteem sky-rocketed. This confidence echoed and continued into college. Again, Larry took the positive he could find in a truly negative situation. Behind every great man, there is a wonderful, amazing, strong women shaking their head and laughing After meeting his beautiful wife, Jessica, at college (you’ve got to listen to the podcast for this story-it’s a riot), Larry ventured on to begin a family of his own. Only, it terrified him. Larry was so afraid that because of his own tumultuous experiences with father figures, that he had no clue how to be a father himself. He entered his first foray into fatherhood with trepidation: he became distant from his new son. After a heart-to-heart with Jess, Larry knew things had to change. He had to learn to get past his past. (Of course, three kids later, he’s got this dad thing down!) The creation of the Good Dad Project came from hitting the bottom It was this, as well as one final incident in which he lost his temper with his then 3-year-old son, that The Good Dad Project was born. Larry wanted a way to connect with other dads who felt the struggle between being a good man and being a great dad. This project spread like wildfire; delivering listeners and readers from all walks of life a place to share their struggles and their triumphs. Lesson: our experiences do not have to define us. We choose what we want to keep from our past and what we wish to discard. (source: http://gooddadproject.com/larry-hagner-the-man-behind-the-good-dad-project/) Some questions we ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What does success mean to him? How has that answer changed over the years? What experiences led Larry to where he is today? Who was Larry’s role model and why? Does Larry see his tumultuous childhood as a positive or a negative? How do teach your children lessons you’ve learned without having them experience the trauma and negativity? What are the top three things Larry has learned through the Good Dad Project? If Larry could have dinner with someone who inspired him, past or present, who would it be and why? What you’ll learn in this episode: Larry’s childhood, dealing with his parents’ divorce, and the relationship with his stepfather. Having toxic father figures throughout his life. Finally meeting his biological father and discussing their current relationship. “My life definitely isn’t sunshine and rainbows when it comes to being a father, I still learn.” Larry talks about his relationship with his grandfather and why he was a role model. “The only person who can change my mentality is me.” Experiencing anxiety and depression because of sleep depravation. The importance of letting your children fail forward, and communicating with them about that. “Be the man we want to be by leading others that way.” “Ask for help and dig into a tribe.” Links: The Good Dad Project: http://gooddadproject.com/ The Good Dad Project Alliance: gooddadproject.com/alliance The Good Dad Project Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGoodDadProject/ The Good Dad Project Podcast: http://gooddadproject.com/podcast Mark Divine: http://gooddadproject.com/how-to-create-an-unbeatable-mind-with-navy-seal-mark-divine-gdp028/ and http://gooddadproject.com/mark-divine/ Eric Davis: http://gooddadproject.com/tag/eric-davis/ Chris Sajnog: http://gooddadproject.com/chris-sajnog/ Frankie Edgar: http://gooddadproject.com/frankie-edgar/ Jim Miller: http://gooddadproject.com/jim-miller-living-life-without-regret/ Charlie the Spaniard: http://gooddadproject.com/tag/the-spaniard/ Larry Yatch: http://gooddadproject.com/tag/larry-yatch/ Aaron Walker on Sweet Adversity: http://www.nickdinardo.com/aaron_walker2/ Books: Unbeatable Mind: Forge Resiliency and Mental Toughness to Succeed at an Elite Level by Mark Divine Daddy Will Always Love and Protect You by Larry Hagner The post SA076: Exploring Success & Perspective with Larry Hagner appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  Businessman and Life Coach, Aaron Walker, has inspired many through his leadership, mentorship, and consistent pursuit of excellence. He enjoys helping others and believes experience is a great teacher. 36 years of entrepreneurship and marriage have given Aaron a wealth of experience. Aaron continues to reach new heights and broaden his perspective of the terrain by examining his experiences and growing from them. For 21 years and counting, Aaron has taken classes from and has been coached personally by his friend, financial guru, Dave Ramsey. Spiritual mentors David Landrith and Bob Warren have impacted his spiritual life beyond measure. Two other disciplined mastermind groups, 48 Days led by friend Dan Miller and The Torch have played a role in his understanding of how to live a significant and successful life. Aaron incorporates education and learning opportunities into his daily routine, remaining informed of the latest tools and trends available. It only took a few years as a partner with David Patton Construction LLC for Aaron to help take the business from doing one to two projects per year to a multi-million dollar company, voted number one builder for three consecutive years by Nashville’s House & Home & Garden Magazine’s People’s Choice Awards. He sold his retail business to Cash America USA, a Fortune 500 company. In addition to being the owner of eight lucrative businesses, Aaron participates in civic endeavors. Through his participation in personal accountability groups, Aaron mentors 11 individuals weekly now and has for over five years. The Eagles Group, a collection of Nashville’s most respected leaders met weekly for over a decade. At his local church, Aaron is an active member, team leader, Deacon, and teacher. Aaron values his time spent with family and friends. Sharing the past 36 years with his lovely wife Robin has been nothing short of spectacular. His two fantastic daughters and champion son-in-law have given Aaron & Robin five beautiful grandchildren. When time allows, Aaron enjoys hunting, fishing, golf, and is an avid reader. (source: http://www.viewfromthetop.com/about-aaron)   Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What does success mean to him? What are the steps to shifting to a more positive mindset? Did Aaron need a life-changing moment in order to shift his mindset? What is the importance of community and masterminds in this whole process? What are the key components to building the right flow of people in masterminds? How do you effectively set boundaries to get work done? If he could have dinner with one person he admires, past or present, who would it be and why?   Books: View From the Top: Living a Life of Significance Mindset: The New Psychology of Success The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks Than Others Do in 12 Months Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less What you’ll learn in this episode: Aaron talks about something his mother used to say: “Can’t, couldn’t do it but could did it all.” The importance of positive people in your life and having a growth mindset. “We can’t change our personality, but we can change our behavior.” Aaron walks us through how he overcame the worst year of his life in which he accidentally killed a pedestrian. “What would my legacy have been?” Keeping your success in perspective. Aaron explains what it was like to grow up poor. “I believed my own press clippings.” Don’t wait for a catastrophe before you change your life. “The enemy of excellence is isolation.” “We all have to be persons of character.” “Our actions dictate what’s important.” “Happiness is a choice, not a trait.” “If you don’t write it down, it’s just a dream, it’s not a goal.”   Links:   Aaron Walker: http://www.viewfromthetop.com/ Aaron Walker on Sweet Adversity: http://www.nickdinardo.com/aaron-walker/   Dave Ramsay: https://www.daveramsey.com/ Dan Miller: http://www.48days.com/ Ken Abraham: http://www.kenabrahambooks.com/ Mastermind Group Blueprint: How to Start, Run, and Profit from Mastermind Groups: https://www.amazon.com/Mastermind-Group-Blueprint-Profit-Groups/dp/1612060714 Interview Valet: http://interviewvalet.com/     The post SA075: Living a Life of Significance with Aaron Walker appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

Matt Miller spent the first nine years of his career as an Air Force pilot, before entering the corporate world to work at both Abbott Laboratories and Valassis. While a top performer for both companies, his long-term desire was to start a business and be his own boss. A good friend one day mentioned the gumball machines he and his young daughters owned, and that conversation began a ten-year business quest that resulted in the creation and subsequent growth of School Spirit Vending. Over the years, Matt’s diligent effort and entrepreneurial expertise has brought School Spirit Vending to the cutting edge of both the vending and school fundraising industries by combining these two ventures into one. Today, School Spirit Vending’s Hassle-Free fundraising program is helping schools across the country raise money in its own unique way. In addition to the basic in’s and out’s of running SSV, Matt is devoted to sharing his expertise with others. Through many different venues, including podcasts and public speaking, Matt seeks to enable other entrepreneurs to chase their dreams as well. He also serves as the editor for Marlin & Percy, which enables him to live his life-long dream of working in the world of comics. (source: https://ssvbusiness.com/team/matt-miller/) Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What does success mean to him? If he could have dinner with one person he admires, past or present, who would it be and why? Books: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What The Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! – Robert Kiyosaki The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich – Tim Ferriss How to Win Friends & Influence People – Dale Carnegie What you’ll learn in this episode: Matt explains why Aaron Walker is such a big inspiration Matt discuses his childhood and the impact of having parents who were teachers, artists, and creative thinkers What attracted Matt to the military and the Air Force Academy? “I was doing what the academy was looking for, not realizing that’s why I was doing it all.” Learning how to thrive in an environment that was very unfamiliar “I literally became a pilot because I didn’t want face time with the General.” How did Matt go from being in such a bad financial place that he was turned down for a payday loan to starting School Spirit Vending? “Why don’t you just go do it? You’re not that busy!” Matt goes into the history of School Spirit Vending What are the logistics of School Spirit Vending? How does it work? How can people get involved? “We really fill a need that is lacking in most schools.” “We provide a passive income stream on a very limited time commitment.” Matt explains how and why family is such a strong part of the business “Family is our foundation and our first mantra.” “Our goal is to develop multi-generational entrepreneurship.” School Spirit Vending doesn’t rely on quotas and typical boring business techniques “If passive income was easy, everybody would be doing it. But once it’s in place, it’s worth it.” “Get in the game, start failing, and learn as you go.” Links: Aaron Walker: http://www.viewfromthetop.com/ Aaron Walker on Sweet Adversity: http://www.nickdinardo.com/aaron-walker/ School Spirit Vending: https://ssvbusiness.com/ Live Your Dreams: Top 10 Reasons Why You Need To Start A Vending Business (free download for SA listeners:) https://ssvbusiness.com/sweetadversity/   The post SA074: Developing Passive Streams of Income with Matt Miller, Founder of School Spirit Vending appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

  Todd Vernon Stottlemyre (born May 20, 1965) is a former right-handed starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who played 15 seasons for the Toronto Blue Jays, Oakland Athletics, St. Louis Cardinals, Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks. He is the son of Mel Stottlemyre, former New York Yankees pitcher. His brother Mel Stottlemyre, Jr. also pitched in the major leagues for the Kansas City Royals in 1990. Guest Bio: He was selected by the Blue Jays out of UNLV as the third overall pick in the 1985 MLB draft. Stottlemyre became interested in the stock market soon after receiving his signing bonus with the Blue Jays. He hired long time family friend Frank Aiello to manage his portfolio where Aiello purchased shares in Pepsi prior to a 3:1 stock split. After he was placed on the disabled list for the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2000, Stottlemyre began to get “really serious about trading”. After retiring from baseball in 2002, Stottlemyre became a stock market analyst for Merrill Lynch. Realizing that he was a better trader than investor, he began day trading and cites the mentorship of Joe Donohue and Brian Shannon with his success. Later, he followed his dream of founding a hedge fund. As of 2010, Stottlemyre is a member of ACN Inc., operating a network within the multi-level marketing company selling telecommunications, energy, banking and other services. He is now a Regional Vice President of the company. (source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Todd_Stottlemyre) Some Questions We Ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What does success mean to him? If he could have dinner with one person he admires, past or present, who would it be and why? Books: Relentless Success: 9-Point System for Major League Achievement by Todd Stottlemyre Five Major Pieces to the Life Puzzle by Jim Rohn The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino The Ten Ancient Scrolls for Success by Og Mandino The Leader Who Had No Title: A Modern Fable on Real Success in Business and in Life by Robin Sharma Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill The Challenge to Succeed Audio CD by Jim Rohn What you’ll learn in this episode: Todd talks about how his father Mel is not only the model of success, but a mentor, coach, and a best friend. “With every great success comes with lots of failures along the way.” Todd opens up about being 15-years-old and giving bone marrow to his brother Jason. “Nothing was going to hold me back from making it.” “The day you stop dreaming and the day you stop having visions of your future is the day you die.” “Most people don’t realize how simple success really is.” Links: http://toddstottlemyre.com/ http://m.mlb.com/player/122840/todd-stottlemyre Mel: Stottlemyre: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mel_Stottlemyre Dave Stewart: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dave_Stewart_(baseball) The Zone Playbook: http://zoneplaybook.com/ University of Texas at Austin 2014 Commencement Address – Admiral William H. McRaven Navy Seal Admiral Shares Reasons to Make Bed Everyday The post SA073: On Being in “The Zone” with 15 Year MLB Pitcher Todd Stottlemyre appeared first on Nick Dinardo.

From Jon himself: I’m a husband and father of two amazing boys first, and when I’m not doing that, I’m a social entrepreneur who helps people live life in the front row. My passion is speaking, coaching and running live events, like the Speaker Trainer Experience & Dads Retreat.  I interview A.MAZ.ING people on the Front Row Factor podcast. I’m the author of The Front Row Factor:  Transform Your Life With The Art of Moment Making In 2005, I co-founded Front Row Foundation to help create life-changing experiences for people in need. (source: http://frontrowfactor.com/about/about-jon/) Some questions we ask: When he hears the word successful, who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? What does success mean to him? How Cutco kitchen knives changed his life. Jon discusses his mentors and the people who he has looked up to How and why Jon left an awesome job after 14 years to start Front Row Foundation Dealing with the pressure and uncertainty and keeping the positive. If he could have dinner with one person he admires, past or present, who would it be and why? Books: The Front Row Factor: Transform your life with the Art of Moment Making The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown Ultramarathon Man by Dean Karnazes   What you’ll learn in this episode: “I felt like I was lost for a couple of years.” “There was a piece of me that was calling for something more.” “I took a leap. I had no backup plan, I had no side income really at all.” “I stayed so busy, I didn’t have time to think about what wouldn’t work. And I was ready to lose it all.” “I was going to find a way.” The importance of teaching your children to go after their dreams. The concept of “living life in the front row” and how you can make that happen for yourself. Creating Front Row Moments for yourself. Details about Front Row Foundation: how it works, how it’s going, etc. Managing time and a work/life balance by being flexible and engaged. “Balance is fulfillment in the most important categories of your life.” Links: Jon’s website Front Row Factor: http://frontrowfactor.com/ Jon Berghoff and the Flourishing Leadership Institute: http://www.lead2flourish.com/ John Ruhlin: http://ruhlingroup.com/ Derek Sivers: https://sivers.org/ Steven Kotler on Sweet Adversity: http://www.nickdinardo.com/steven-kotler/   The post SA072 – How to Live Life in the Front Row with Jon Vroman appeared first on Nick Dinardo.