Unleash Yourself

Click Here To Find Out What Happened Last Week On The Unleash Yourself Podcast...LISTEN TO EPISODE 054 WITH Gillian Zoe Segal HERE: LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE A REVIEW ON: ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDWhat would a conversation with Warren Buffett be worth to you? What about with Anderson Cooper? Or Michael Bloomberg? Or Jillian Michaels? Well, this week's guest on the Unleash Yourself podcast had a chance to sit down and learn from all 4 of them...along with 26 others who are known as some of the most successful people in the world. Gillian Zoe Segal interview 30 of the world's most successful people and then complied all the biggest lessons she learned and published them in her book Getting There: A Book Of Mentors. Subscribe on iTunes Using some of her own ninja strategies, I was able to schedule a time to chat with her on the podcast and  got her to share some of her best secrets, proven strategies, and most successful networking tactics. "Never accept a No from someone who can't give you a yes."Gillian also shares some of the biggest obstacles she faced when trying to get in touch with some of the most pitched people alive and we dive deep into the exact strategies she used to get past gatekeepers, to get someone's attention by being a real person, and why having passion for making this happen was the #1 reason why she was able to make this happen. After all, the project took her 5 years to complete. (How many of us could stick to a single project for 5 years?!) "Nothing is easy And if you don't really enjoy what you're doing you might do an okay job at it, but you're not going to get to the top." So, if you're trying to network your way to your dream job, trying to surround yourself with other top performers, or even trying to get a hold of some high achievers for your podcast or your online business, you're going to absolutely love this interview! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Gillian Zoe Segal, YOU’LL LEARN:What Gillian read in a commencement speech that inspired her to follow her passion of photography and break away from the path of she was on after graduating from law school. What writing her first book, New York Characters, taught her about her passions and her curiosity about other people's journeys...and how that led her to write Getting There. Why being passionate about your idea, topic, or vision is the #1 thing you need when starting a business. How to reach out to the most successful people in the world (Warren Buffet, Michael Bloomberg, Jillian Michaels, Anderson Cooper, etc) and schedule a meeting with them...with no prior contacts or "special" relationships or refferals. How to build and maintain a relationship with super high-level people after meeting them for the first time.  The importance of a mentor and why everyone should have one. The top 7 things that 30 of the most successful people in the world ALL have in common. And much, much more.  Follow on Soundcloud  WANT MORE OF Gillian? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Gillian's book Getting There: A Book Of Mentors.Follow Gillian on LinkedIn or on Twitter. Website: GillianZoeSegal.com Resources mentioned in this episode: Read the 2 articles that Gillian mentioned throughout the podcast episode: You can meet anyone you want. Here's the formula I used.I spent 5 years interviewing the most successful people alive - they all have these 7 things in common.ENJOY THE PODCAST? PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW BY TELLING YOUR FRIENDS AND SHARING ONLINE: Listen, subscribe, and leave a review on: iTunes or SoundCloud.And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. Just use the share buttons on the left side of the screen. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it!WHAT CAN I HELP YOU ACCOMPLISH TODAY? DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Gillian?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 053 WITH Kyle Durand HERE: LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE A REVIEW ON: ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDWhat's one thing you really wish you could do but the idea of it makes you feel uncomfortable or even a little scared?For me, it's dancing. I never used to dance at parties or weddings and just the idea of it was enough to make me nervous. So, a few months ago I decided to give myself a comfort zone challenge and signed up to private salsa dancing lessons. (I also had some added motivation in the sense that the girl I was in love with, who's now my girlfriend, loved dancing salsa...that always helps!)My first lesson was frightening. The second a little less. And, after lesson #10, we even went to a salsa party and danced the night away. Yes, in public. Subscribe on iTunes  I love the idea of stepping out of your comfort zone, so this week I invited my friend Kyle Durand on the show because he knows a thing or two about getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. Kyle is a business coach who works closely with entrepreneurs in order to help them with confidence building, overcoming perceived limitations, and getting outside their comfort zone.  "Because nothing extraordinary happens within your comfort zone." Kyle is incredibly inspiring to me and has an amazing story; from being in the US Military and in the US Navy and sleeping in Saddam Hussein's bathtub, to competing on American Ninja Warrior (one of my favorite TV shows!), to being an ultra-endurance athlete who ran over 30 marathons, 5 Ironmans, ran across the grand canyon, and just recently rode his bicycle from Yukon to Mexico. "I do what I could with what I have. Failure doesn't exist... failure, to me, is not trying." So, if you're struggling with venturing out of your comfort zone and really want to wake up out of your "comfort stupor", you'll  love this episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Kyle Durand, YOU’LL LEARN:The turning point in Kyle's life that changed his perspective after 17 years in the military.Why it's normal to want to stay in your comfort zone and why Kyle thinks that venturing out is the best thing we could do for self-growth.  How to deal with the fear that comes with stepping out of your comfort zone.How to give yourself permission and accept the fact that you want more.The weird story about Kyle sleeping in Saddam Hussein's bathtub.  What it took to get selected as a participant to be on American Ninja Warrior and how Kyle made it to the finals. (Find out what the obstacle course is really like!)The #1 mistake entrepreneurs make that holds them back from getting started.How to navigate through the question: "What should I do with my life?"The importance of making time for "white space" and how Kyle finds it in nature. Why the process is more important than the result and how Kyle learned this the hard way.How to find time for the little things that are super important (working out, eating well, having a social life, etc) when you have a super busy schedule or feel overwhelmed by life.Listen to Kyle and I share the biggest lesson that participating in ultra-endurance events has taught us. And much, much more.  Follow On SoundCloud WANT MORE OF Kyle? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Kyle's website: http://www.VentureOut.net.Follow Kyle on Twitter or Instagram.  Watch Kyle in the American Ninja Warrior Military finals here:   ENJOY THE PODCAST? PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW BY TELLING YOUR FRIENDS AND SHARING ONLINE: Listen, subscribe, and leave a review on: iTunes or SoundCloud.And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. Just use the share buttons on the left side of the screen. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it!WHAT CAN I HELP YOU ACCOMPLISH TODAY? DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Kyle?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 052 WITH Me here: LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE A REVIEW ON: ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDToday is the one year anniversary of the Unleash Yourself podcast! When I first started podcasting, I honestly didn't even consider the possibility of being in this position and having consistently published a podcast every single week for 52 consecutive weeks. But now that I'm here, it feels great!Over the past year, my podcast hit #1 for New and Noteworthy podcasts and was later featured on the front page of iTunes Canada for "What's Hot" next to some of the biggest podcasts in the industry like Lewis Howes' The School Of Greatness, John Lee Dumas' EoFire, Pat Flynn's Smart Passive Income, Tim Ferriss' The Tim Ferriss Show, and many more. Plus, as of this date the podcast has been listened to in 90 different countries, every Canadian province and 49/50 American states (get with the program, Montana!). Subscribe on iTunes As a way of saying thank-you for your continuous support (because without your subscriptions, ratings, and reviews, my show wouldn't be anywhere close to where it is today) I want to give you a vulnerable and honest review of my year.So, I decided to open up a blog post I wrote a few weeks before the New Year and share it with you. This is something I wrote with the intent of publishing, but never did due to a myriad of reasons. It's titled The Year Of Growth and it breaks down my biggest goals for the year. I haven't looked at this document for a long time but I thought it would be an interesting way to take a look at what's happened over the last year and to see where I was then and where I am today. I never thought I'd share some of the things I talk about in this podcast, but I think the time is right. I hope you enjoy it.  MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH me, YOU’LL LEARN:Celebration of the 1-year anniversary of the Unleash Yourself podcast. Some analytics I've never shared before: find out how many countries in the world have listened to my podcast.How the biggest benefit I get from my podcast is not what I thought it would be when I first started out. Why I labeled this year: The Year Of Growth. I reveal a blog post I wrote right before the New Year with some goals for 2016(which I never published). Find out if I achieved them, what changed, and how I've grown. How I surrounded myself with different people and became the best version of myself. The #1 reason why I went to live in Chiang Mai, Thailand. (This has nothing to do with the weather and the beaches in Thailand.)What it's like to live in Chiang Mai: the people, the lifestyle, the expenses, and why I think all people starting a business should consider starting there. Why having an "easy life" was actually detrimental to my ambition, drive, and success. What I did to tame the little negative voice in my head that constantly held me back.My new morning routine and how I feel superhuman by waking up at 5:30am every day. How to be disciplined when you have no rules and how to use it to create confidence, momentum and massive action.  How to focus your attention inward by practicing meditation and to stop constantly worrying about what other people think. Why pushing off instant gratification allowed me to feel a higher sense of self-worth.And much, much more.  Follow on SoundCloud WANT MORE OF Me? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Follow me and Alice on Instagram: @michaelcarbone8  /  @aliceslifestyleRESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The book I mentioned about morning routines: The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. The book I mentioned about choice and why more is less: The Paradox Of Choice by Barry Shwartz. Unleash Yourself Episode #5: Get more dates, raise your self-esteem and have an incredible social life...even if you're shy (featuring Myke Macapinlac). Unleash Yourself Episode #20: Drop out of school, start a business, and stop giving a F*** what other people think (featuring Sean Kim). Unleash Yourself Episode #21: Change your thoughts and change the world (featuring Grace Smith). Unleash Yourself Episode #26: How to get booked and paid to speak (featuring Grant Baldwin).  ENJOY THE PODCAST? PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW BY TELLING YOUR FRIENDS AND SHARING ONLINE: Listen, subscribe, and leave a review on: iTunes or SoundCloud.And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. Just use the share buttons on the left side of the screen. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it!WHAT CAN I HELP YOU ACCOMPLISH TODAY? DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Me?Comment below and let me know what's on your mind!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 051 WITH Tucker Max HERE: LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, And Leave A Review ON: ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDDisclaimer: If you have any preconceived notions of who Tucker Max is, have any emotional reaction to hearing his name (positive or negative), I'd ask you to reserve judgement and listen to this episode with an open mind as it's probably way more valuable than you think. Tucker Max is one of the most acclaimed authors you can come across.Not only did Tucker become a #1 New York Times Best Seller with his book I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell, but he hit the New York Times Best Sellers' list two other times after that. And, he had 3 books on the New York Times Best Sellers' list at the same time. Only 2 other authors can say they did that: Malcolm Gladwell and Michael Lewis.  "WHEN YOU PRODUCE SOMETHING THAT PEOPLE LIKE, MARKETING IS EASY." He's even credited with having created his own genre known as fratire for recounting (in the most honest and open way you can imagine) his 20-something lifestyle: stories of getting so wasted that he would puke all over himself, detailed experiences of random and endless sex with strangers, and basically becoming a self-proclaimed Asshole.  Subscribe on iTunes Tucker has sold over 3 million books. Yet, he never set out to do any of this. He never expected to be an author.It kinda happened by accident. (Tucker graduated from Duke Law, a Top-10 program.)Here's what happened: after a crazy night out, Tucker would write an email about it and send it off to 9 of his friends. His friends found them to be so hilarious that they would share it with their friends, too. "I DIDN'T START WRITING TO PROJECT AN IMAGE. I STARTED WRITING TO MAKE MY FRIENDS LAUGH." It got to a point that Tucker's emails would be sent back to him from a complete different set of friends who had no clue that Tucker was the one who wrote the email in the first place.That gave Tucker some validation. He realized that he had the entrepreneur's equivalent of product/market fit and decided to turn the concept into a book.Tucker knows how to write in a way that connects with an audience, turns them into raving fans, and makes them want to spread his message for him.In this episode of The Unleash Yourself Podcast, we talk about Tucker's transformation from Asshole to CEO, how to turn your idea into a book, write a book that's aligned with your specific goals (not everyone writes a book to become a NY Times Best Seller) and how Tucker's new business Book In A Box (which also kinda fell into his lap) can help you do it faster than you ever thought possible.  "CONFIDENCE COMES FROM DEMONSTRATED PERFORMANCE." The thing I like about Tucker is that he got honest with himself, owned the fact that he wanted to make a change, and transformed himself completely. He didn't get stuck behind other people's expectations of who he was or feel bounded by those identifiers. Talk about getting #UNLEASHED.  MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Tucker Max, YOU’LL LEARN:Why Tucker went to law school and why most people go to law school for the wrong reasons. What Tucker did that got him fired from his first job with a law firm after only a few weeks and how this led to his career as an author (he would have never guessed it at the time). How writing emails for his 9 friends led to external validation.Why the New York Times created a new genre for Tucker's books. Why none of the men who tried to imitate Tucker's writing style ever got any traction. How Tucker was able to have 3 books on the New York Times Bestseller's list at the same time, and why his answer is MUCH simpler than you'd think. How Tucker transitioned from the Tucker Max you first heard about to the Tucker Max of today. How the idea for Tucker's new business Book In A Box fell into his lap.How to write, publish, and profit from writing a book and how to do it in faster than you ever thought possible. (Hint: Tucker explains how to do it in 12 hours.)Why not knowing anything about someone's story or idea allows you to ask the right questions. How to figure out if you have a book in you, and how Tucker can turn your idea into a published book. And much, much more.  Follow On SoundCloud  WANT MORE OF Tucker? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Tucker's website: http://tuckermax.me/Grab the free PDF Tucker gave away at the end of the interview: The Book In A Box Method: The New Way to Quickly and Easily Write Your Book...Even If You’re Not a Writer.Follow Tucker on  Twitter or Facebook.  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Tucker's books: - I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell- Assholes Finish First- Sloppy Seconds- Hilarity Ensues- Belligerence and Debauchery And most recently, something a little different:- Mate: Become the man women want. Book mentioned by Tucker: The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. Freelancer? Want to apply for a gig with Book In A Box? You can, click here. IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP031: SCREW THE NINE TO FIVE, BUILD A MOVEMENT, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE (FEATURING JILL STANTON).EP 022: FROM JOBLESS TO CEO (FEATURING KEITH BRESEÉ).EP 020: DROP OUT OF SCHOOL, START YOUR OWN BUSINESS, AND STOP GIVING A F*** WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK (FEATURING SEAN KIM). Enjoy the podcast? Please support the show by telling your friends and sharing online: Listen, subscribe, and leave a review on: iTunes or SoundCloud.And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. Just use the share buttons on the left side of the screen. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! WANT MORE FOLLOWERS ON INSTAGRAM? Sign up here and I'll send you my free digital magazine that will teach you how to grow your Instagram following to over 10,000 fans. Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!  DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR TUCKER?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!  

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 050 WITH Charlie Brenneman HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDIf you watch the UFC, you might recognize this week's guest.You may even know him as "The Spaniard" instead of Charlie Brenneman. You may have seen him on Spike TV's reality TV show "Pros vs Joes", which he won. You may remember his major upset over Rick Story in 2011 which is ranked as the #113 most memorable moment in UFC history, ahead of GSP's return from injury to beat Carlos Condit and reclaim the championship.  "When I get to the point of performance, I do best when I stop thinking. I just rely on my habits. My training. My preparation. Just go. Just go go go go go." Or, you may know him as an author, speaker and entrepreneur. Charlie Brenneman was a high school Spanish teacher when he decided to quit his job and take aim at fighting in the UFC.  Subscribe On iTunes Here What started out as a dream soon turned into a reality. Charlie fought 11 fights in the UFC and went head-to-head with some of the best fighters in the world, such as UFC Champion Johny Hendricks and current top-ranked light heavyweight Anthony “Rumble” Johnson.The key ingredient in his climb to the top?  HARD WORK. "I may have mentally become a fighter, but it was more-so the technical things, the tactics, the strategies, the physical actions, that I just repeated over and over again - and then by default, I became a fighter. If you want to put the time in, I could teach you to be a fighter too." In this episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast, Charlie tells us how he worked his way to the top of and gives us an insight into the mind of a professional fighter.We talk about work ethic, the power of waking up early, how to accomplish more through accountability, letting go of fear, accepting risk, and allowed yourself to feel UNLEASHED.  MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Charlie Brenneman, YOU’LL LEARN:How Charlie went from high school Spanish teacher to UFC fighter. The defining moment in Charlie's college career that propelled him to fight for the Division  All-American title when he was on the brink of quitting the sport entirely. How Charlie got cast on Spike TV's "Pros vs Joes" while being a high school teacher and what it was like to participate in a reality TV show. The mindset that Charlie had that differentiated him from all the other contestants and how it allowed him to win the series and go on to fight in the UFC. Why having a systematic approach to your work allows you to remove the self-doubt and achieve beyond your limitations. The concept of talent versus skill and why Charlie believes talent is overrated. Why Charlie wakes up before the sunrise every morning and why waking up at 4:30am allowed him to become a top-performer in all areas of his life. How to analyze your strengths and weaknesses and use your assets to your full advantage. Charlie's answer to the question: "Is the risk worth the reward when your not a top ranked fighter?"How Charlie prepares for a fight and why over analysis is not the best approach to take. How to remove fear from your mind and focus on the task at hand. The life-changing moment that propelled Charlie to the #7 ranked UFC fighter in the world and why beating Rick Story on 24-hours notice is one of the most memorable moments in UFC history. And much, much more.  Follow Me On SoundCloud  WANT MORE OF Charlie? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Get Charlie's book: Driven: My Unlikely Journey From Classroom To CageCharlie's website: charlie-brenneman.comFollow Charlie on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Will Smith's inspirational speech about not being out-worked and being willing to die on a treadmill. Charlie's online course: The Fighter's Mindset Charlie's weigh in versus Rick Story - the fight that changed his life:  IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: ep 049: WHAT IT TAKES TO ACCOMPLISH THE IMPOSSIBLE WITH THE MAN WHO DID 50 IRONMANS IN 50 DAYS IN 50 STATES (FEATURING JAMES "THE IRON COWBOY" LAWRENCE)EP 010: BECOME WORLD CLASS AND STAND ON THE PODIUM AT THE OLYMPIC JAMES (FEATURING MEGHAN BENFIETO) EP 020: DROP OUT OF SCHOOL, START YOUR OWN BUSINESS, AND STOP GIVING A F*** WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK (FEATURING SEAN KIM). DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Charlie?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. Just use the share buttons on the left side of the screen. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! WANT MORE FOLLOWERS ON INSTAGRAM? Sign up here and I'll send you my free digital magazine that will teach you how to grow your Instagram following to over 10,000 fans. Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 049 WITH James LAwrence HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDThis episode is brought to you by The Kaizen Box: the first ever digital subscription box for entrepreneurs. Grab your free membership at TheKaizenBox.comIt's not every day that you have the opportunity to speak to someone who's done something no one else on the entire planet has done.Something most people laughed at and called impossible.Something that doctors said was irrational.  Something that he may die doing.  So today, I'm super excited to share this phenomenal conversation with James "The Iron Cowboy" Lawrence who completed 50 Ironman distance triathlons, in 50 consecutive days, in 50 different states. Mind-blowing stuff.  "You have to shift your mentality of trying to prove everyone else wrong, to proving yourself right. You have to turn it into positive energy and focus on what you can control." And for those of  you who don't know what an Ironman distance triathlon is, let me break it down for you:  Swim 2.4 miles (3.8km)Bike 112 miles (180 km)Run 26.2 miles (42.2 km) Subscribe on iTunes Having done an Ironman myself in 2014, I have to admit that I thought this challenge was impossible when James first announced it.  Forget doing an Ironman, but if you've tried doing ANYTHING every day for 50 straight days, you know how hard it is to be consistent. Even if the task was as simple as flossing.  "There's always enough hours in the day for what you want to accomplish. It's just a matter of what you put a priority on." So if you want to set a massive goal and actually achieve it, you'll want to listen to this episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast because James talks about the power of setting massive goals, how to build a team around you who's vital to your success, how to build your mental toughness so you'll never give up, and much, much more. "Huge monstrous goals  are never accomplished on their own. You need to have a supporting crew." You'll also get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to set a Guinness World Record and accomplish something no one else in the world has ever done. There are some incredible life lessons to be learned and you'll walk alway from this episode with incredible inspiration and energy to attack life in a whole new way. James is an absolute beast! "Races #16, #17, and #18 were very hard physically on me. I fell asleep on my bike and crashed. I Also lost most of my toenails." MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH James Lawrence, YOU’LL LEARN:How James proved the entire world wrong by doing 50 Ironman distance triathlons in 50 days in 50 different states. Why James had to deal with overwhelming amounts of negativity when he announced the 50-50-50 and how he allowed that to fuel him. Why James' initial mentality of "Let's prove everyone wrong" shifted to "Let's go out and prove ourselves right."How to cultivate your mental toughness by putting yourself into tough situations where you have an opportunity to face your fear, experience failure, and create a better you. The sport that James focused on in high school that he now credits a lot of his mental toughness to. How James used visualization and planned every course with GPS prior to the 50-50-50 so that he already went through each race before the start of the challenge. What James did to make sure he had enough fuel in the tank after only sleeping an average of 4 hours a night during the challenge. What an average day during the 50-50-50 challenge looked like, from the minute James woke up to the minute he packed the van and drove to the next state. How to accomplish more by creating a team. How to create massive goals, how to associate the right time-frame for those goals, and how to achieve them by being realistic, flexible, and creative.James' view on work/life balance.Why James adopted something called "The Power Minute" and how you can use it to your advantage to have intense focus when times are tough.  Who James looks up to for inspiration and motivation. Why James still went ahead with the 50-50-50 even though doctors told him he could die doing it. What James is up to now that the 50-50-50 is over and what his plans are for the future. Follow Me On SoundCloud Here.  WANT MORE OF James? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Jame's website: TeamIronCowboy.comJoin Jame's 50-day challenge by following him on social media: Follow James on Facebook. Follow James on Instagram: @ironcowboyjamesTweet James: @ironcowboyjames RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Jamie Oliver Foundation, the charity James raised money for through his 50-50-50 challenge.  IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 019: BEATING CANCER, RECEIVING A HERO'S HEART, AND BECOMING THE ULTIMATE IRONMAN (FEATURING DEREK FITZGERALD).EP 010: Become World Class and stand on the podium at the olympic james (Featuring Meghan Benfieto) EP 030: DARE 2B DIFFERENT. (FEATURING TONI NEWMAN) DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR James?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. Just use the share buttons on the left side of the screen. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it!  Want More Followers On Instagram? Sign up here and I'll send you my free digital magazine that will teach you how to grow your Instagram following to over 10,000 fans. Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST... LISTEN TO EPISODE 048 WITH Nabil DosS HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDThis episode is brought to you by The Kaizen Box: the first ever digital subscription box for entrepreneurs. Grab your free membership at TheKaizenBox.com You may not recognize the name of this week's guest, but chances are you'll recognize his voice.That's because Nabil Doss is the voice of Paramount Pictures in Canada and has voiced, produced, and directed hundreds of Hollywood Blockbuster trailers. But, as you'll see in this interview, Nabil has more than just a recognizable voice, he has a brilliant mind. "Words by themselves are nothing. It's the emotional charge or the intellectual process that's behind them that truly matter."In this episode, he explains how to unleash your true potential to communicate at a deeper level and craft an incredibly inspirational message.Nabil believes that each word has incredible power and if you're able to understand the essence behind each word you speak, you'll have the ability to inform, influence, and inspire the masses."Sometimes you have to give yourself permission to share your gifts and talents." Subscribe on iTunes But, as you know, with great power comes great responsibility and becoming an influencer comes with a whole new set of responsibilities, expectations, and pressure. Nabil gets me to open up about some of my current struggles and provided some amazing advice that has allowed me to break through some limiting beliefs that have been slowing me down for months. "If you can't communicate you can't lead. Leaders are always great storytellers."This episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast is incredibly powerful because Nabil shares his unique multidimensional approach to speaking that's guaranteed to captivate and connect with your audience on a whole new level.Plus, he gives you permission to be yourself throughout this process and even encourages you to unlearn some things you've learned in school so that you can be more authentic and true to your own personality. "Great speakers have an ability to pull you into their world while still being relevant to yours. You feel unique, like they're talking to you, even though they may be speaking to thousands of people."This episode is bound to make you feel #UNLEASHED! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Nabil Doss, YOU’LL LEARN:How Nabil became the voice of Paramount Pictures for movie trailers in Canada. Why it's important to find the true essence of every word you speak.How to bring colour and texture to words.How to limit the amount of words you say to allow the words you speak to be more powerful. What "influential communication" means.  The #1 way to express your vision in order to Inform, Influence, and Inspire your audience.Why the "IN" system revolves around the operative word: Influence. (You need to hear Nabil's explanation to understand it fully. Trust me, it's worth it!)How to be seen as leader by leveraging influential communication and involving people in your vision by taking them on a journey with your story.The importance of sharing your struggles as a part of your life story and how to do it in a meaningful way to create perspective. Why charisma plays a big role in being a great leader and a great communicator. Plus, the #1 way to instantly increase your charisma. (Hint: you already have everything you need!)Why I think communication skills (either written or verbal) are the most important skills you can have.My personal struggle with attention and dealing with the pressure of expectation as an entrepreneur, and why I never felt this in other aspects of my life up until now.Why being politically correct isn't always necessary and why we should let our true personality shine, even though it may not always be "business-like". Nabil's favorite quote, book, and some random interesting facts!And, much much more! Follow Me On SoundCloud WANT MORE OF Nabil? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Nabil's website: http://www.nabildoss.in/Tweet Nabil and say hello: @NabilDoss RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:- One of the most influential and powerful book Nabil has read: Made To Stick by Dan & Chip Heath.- Nabil narrating the trailer for Transformers 3:    Nabil's Favorite Quote: "What if? What if the only thing standing between where you are today and where you have always believed you could be, is the courage to let go of where you've already been." -Toni Newman IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 030: DARE 2B DIFFERENT. (FEATURING TONI NEWMAN)EP 045: BECOME A HOTSHOT SPEAKER, FEEL STAGE-WORTHY, AND INSPIRE CHANGE IN OTHERS WITH YOUR WORDS (FEATURING ALEXIA VERNON).EP 026: HOW TO GET BOOKED AND PAID TO SPEAK (FEATURING GRANT BALDWIN). DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Nabil?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! WISH YOU HAD AN AUDIENCE OF 10K PEOPLE TO SHARE YOUR MESSAGE WITH? Sign up here and I'll send you my free digital magazine that will teach you how to grow your Instagram following to over 10,000 fans. Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 047 WITH Matt Inglot HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDThis episode is brought to you by The Kaizen Box: the first ever digital subscription box for entrepreneurs. Grab your free membership at TheKaizenBox.comMany of us want freedoms that corporate life just can't offer. We want to work on projects that are fulfilling and give us an opportunity for growth. We want to have enough time for a fulfilling social life outside of after-work drinks. To have financial security beyond what a pay cheque can offer, and to have the freedom to travel the world for more than 2 weeks at a time. Matt Inglot craved this too and today he can proudly say that he's able to enjoy all of them as a part of his daily life.But, achieving them took 7 years of unnecessary mistakes that nearly destroyed his health, his business, and his sanity. Over those 7 years of feeling stuck and making the wrong moves, he figured out how to transform his business and took the idea of freelancing to a whole new level."It has created these kind of freedoms that I want to have, that a normal job can't offer." Subscribe On iTunes Here And, Matt explains that the key to it all is to start changing the way you think about who your clients are. By doing so, he was able to rethink what his services actually meant to his clients and because of it, he was able to triple his rates and sign contracts with clients who were ready to pay him, cash in hand, with zero pushback. "The path to being a freelancer and being successful at it is finding some problem that people tend to have, or businesses tends to have, and finding a way to solve it."So, whether you're already freelancing but need to find a way to sign higher value clients or if you want to make some money on the side as a freelancer with dreams of travelling the world while freelancing from your laptop, you're going to love this episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast!Get ready for a complete freelance transformation! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Matt Inglot, YOU’LL LEARN:What it means to be a freelancer.How I got started in online business as a freelancer and my unique story about being an online poker coach.Why Matt started freelancing after being laid off from his job as a sales and marketing engineer for a virtual reality startup.How to find your niche as a freelancer and realize that you have skills that other people would pay money for. How to get your first clients as a freelancer.How Matt built his own agency, rented office space and hired employees, only to realize he did it for the wrong reasons.Why freelancers struggle to find the right clients, and how to find high value clients who are easier to work with and are willing to pay you more. Why being a freelancer on Upwork isn't the best way to find clients and why getting an Upwork account puts you in the wrong mindset. How to leverage your personal network to get clients overnight by being super specific about what you can offer.The way to live your dream life and enjoy your freedom fully by freelancing. And, much much more! Follow Me On SoundCloud Here This week, I published this episode from Avignon. Check out the amazing views from the beautiful castle I stayed in called Apres La Sieste.  WANT MORE OF Matt? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Matt's website: FreelanceTransformation.comFollow Matt on Facebook here.Tweet Matt and say hello: @MattInglot RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Get Matt's free guide that explains how to find your niche as a freelancer! Listen To Matt's Podcast: Freelance Transformation Podcast with Matt Inglot.  IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 041: WHY I STARTED A PODCAST AND HOW I TURNED MY SHOW INTO A BUSINESS (FEATURING JESSICA RHODES).EP 042: HOW TO BECOME A LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR (FEATURING JESSE KRIEGER)EP 031: SCREW THE NINE TO FIVE, BUILD A MOVEMENT, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE (FEATURING JILL STANTON). DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Matt?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! Want To Start An Online Business So You Can Travel The World? I explain excatly what I do to travel the world full time in this 1-hour video.  Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 047 WITH Matt Inglot HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES OR SOUNDCLOUDThis episode is brought to you by The Kaizen Box: the first ever digital subscription box for entrepreneurs. Grab your free membership at TheKaizenBox.comMany of us want freedoms that corporate life just can't offer. We want to work on projects that are fulfilling and give us an opportunity for growth. We want to have enough time for a fulfilling social life outside of after-work drinks. To have financial security beyond what a pay cheque can offer, and to have the freedom to travel the world for more than 2 weeks at a time. Matt Inglot craved this too and today he can proudly say that he's able to enjoy all of them as a part of his daily life.But, achieving them took 7 years of unnecessary mistakes that nearly destroyed his health, his business, and his sanity. Over those 7 years of feeling stuck and making the wrong moves, he figured out how to transform his business and took the idea of freelancing to a whole new level."It has created these kind of freedoms that I want to have, that a normal job can't offer." Subscribe On iTunes Here And, Matt explains that the key to it all is to start changing the way you think about who your clients are. By doing so, he was able to rethink what his services actually meant to his clients and because of it, he was able to triple his rates and sign contracts with clients who were ready to pay him, cash in hand, with zero pushback. "The path to being a freelancer and being successful at it is finding some problem that people tend to have, or businesses tends to have, and finding a way to solve it."So, whether you're already freelancing but need to find a way to sign higher value clients or if you want to make some money on the side as a freelancer with dreams of travelling the world while freelancing from your laptop, you're going to love this episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast!Get ready for a complete freelance transformation! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Matt Inglot, YOU’LL LEARN:What it means to be a freelancer.How I got started in online business as a freelancer and my unique story about being an online poker coach.Why Matt started freelancing after being laid off from his job as a sales and marketing engineer for a virtual reality startup.How to find your niche as a freelancer and realize that you have skills that other people would pay money for. How to get your first clients as a freelancer.How Matt built his own agency, rented office space and hired employees, only to realize he did it for the wrong reasons.Why freelancers struggle to find the right clients, and how to find high value clients who are easier to work with and are willing to pay you more. Why being a freelancer on Upwork isn't the best way to find clients and why getting an Upwork account puts you in the wrong mindset. How to leverage your personal network to get clients overnight by being super specific about what you can offer.The way to live your dream life and enjoy your freedom fully by freelancing. And, much much more! Follow Me On SoundCloud Here This week, I published this episode from Avignon. Check out the amazing views from the beautiful castle I stayed in called Apres La Sieste.  WANT MORE OF Matt? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Matt's website: FreelanceTransformation.comFollow Matt on Facebook here.Tweet Matt and say hello: @MattInglot RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Get Matt's free guide that explains how to find your niche as a freelancer! Listen To Matt's Podcast: Freelance Transformation Podcast with Matt Inglot.  IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 041: WHY I STARTED A PODCAST AND HOW I TURNED MY SHOW INTO A BUSINESS (FEATURING JESSICA RHODES).EP 042: HOW TO BECOME A LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR (FEATURING JESSE KRIEGER)EP 031: SCREW THE NINE TO FIVE, BUILD A MOVEMENT, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE (FEATURING JILL STANTON). DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Matt?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! Want To Start An Online Business So You Can Travel The World? I explain excatly what I do to travel the world full time in this 1-hour video.  Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 046 WITH MEGHAN TELPNER HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID Every once and a while something special unexpectedly pops up in your email inbox.For me, it was an email from Meghan Telpner.  And today, not only am I lucky enough to have Meghan on the Unleash Yourself podcast, but I'm also able to call her my friend. My favorite thing about Meghan's story is that she had no idea that she would be doing what she does today, and not only did she find a new passion in it, but she turned it into a 7-figure business. It all started after she graduated with a solo-backpacking trip to Africa. "I just had this desire to go and explore and see someone else's interpretation or someone else's reality of real life and see what was going on in the world."I'm a huge proponent of travel and I've travelled solo quite extensively myself so I'm not surprised that Meghan's life changed completely when she decided on taking this adventure of a lifetime. She discovered a new avenue; a new path she wanted to explore.And, this wasn't a new country or exotic island, it was her passion for food, nutrition, and the ability to create in the kitchen. Today, Meghan runs The Academy of Culinary Nutrition and has certified over 700 people in over 30 countries. I find it so inspiring that Meghan enjoys sharing how she got started, and how her first steps with the business was out of her own apartment, where she would host "Cooking Parties" from her tiny kitchen.  "Looking back, if I could just tell myself one thing, it's like "just relax, it's going to work out, this is all relevant, it all matters, it's all a part of your process."" It wasn't an overnight success, but Meghan was determined to make it work no matter what she needed to do: from emailing her entire personal contact list to decorating her bicycle with flowers and handing out flyers on the street to the general public.  "I was willing to try anything!"Along the way, she learned everything she could about starting a business, scaling, hiring, creating trust, and ultimately feeling the confidence to let her personality shine through her brand. "I think that most of us, when we stop trying to be like everyone else, are incredible human beings. The biggest challenge I see is that people are working to emulate those they see as being successful...and that's what comes up as inauthentic." Today, she shares everything in episode #46 of the Unleash Yourself podcast! So, if you want to build your business incrementally and put in the work needed to build a 7-figure business, you're in the right place.P.S. Here's the 1-page of notes I took during our conversation:   MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Meghan Telpner, YOU’LL LEARN:Why Meghan left Canada to backpack in Africa after graduating with a degree in fashion marketing, and what happened to her while she was there that changed her life forever. How Meghan changed her body, mind, and life, through unconventional ways of healing.How Meghan's curiosity about healing and health led her to go back to school, but this time to study nutrition, and why she started a cooking class because of it. Why social media is like monopoly money. How Meghan started her culinary business by hosting dinner parties in her own home.The early stages and the "shameless marketing" that Meghan did which involved: emailing her entire personal list of friends, family, and everyone else she's ever contacted, decorating her bicycle in flowers and flyers, and the lesson she learned along the way.How to feel UNLEASHED by doing what you love. How Meghan transitioned from her kitchen to the online space and started blogging for a national outlet and filming her cooking classes. The value of building a community and how to create loyalty and highly demanded content by listening.Why you shouldn't launch a business with a signature course, and what to do instead. Why Meghan thinks that good content is the best SEO.The value in offering a certification and how Meghan achieves incredible completion rates on her online course.When it was right to start hiring and what Meghan learned about quantity vs quality as she hired and why she decided to scale it back once her team got too big. The value of being authentic and letting your personality shine through your brand.And, much much more! WANT MORE OF Meghan? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Meghan's website: MeghanTelpner.comMeghan on Facebook: Making Love In The KitchenTweet Meghan and say hello: @MeghanTelpnerFollow Meghan on Instagram: @MeghanTelpner RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Meghan's online school: The Academy of Culinary NutritionStop worrying about what other people think of you like Martha Beck and Bene Brown. Get Meghan's books: UnDiet: The Shiny, Happy, Vibrant, Gluten-Free, Plant-Based Way To Look Better, Feel Better, And Live Better Each And Every Day!The UnDiet Cookbook: 130 Gluten-Free Recipes for a Healthy and Awesome Life: Plant-Based Meals with Options for Any Diet IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 034: HOW I CURED MYSELF FROM IBS, CYSTIC ACNE, AND DEPRESSION THROUGH HOLISTIC NUTRITION (FEATURING STEPH SAGE).EP 044: BUILD ONE OF AMERICA'S FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES BY FOLLOWING THESE 10 "PROFIT PATTERN" PRINCIPLES (FEATURING JOHN MAUTNER).EP 029: DISCOVER THE OPEN WORLD, TRAVEL 30+ COUNTRIES, AND BUILD YOUR BUSINESS IN AN UNCONVENTIONAL WAY. (FEATURING DANNY FLOOD) DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS FOR Meghan?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! 

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 045 WITH ALEXIA VERNON HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID It's not everyday that you have the opportunity to speak with someone who's been named a "Moxie Maven" by the White House, given a keynote talk at the United Nations, and is regularly sought after for her professional advice by media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, Women's Health Magazine, Forbes, NBC, and CNN.I was honoured to have an opportunity to speak to Alexia Vernon because she is a go-to thought leader, speaker, coach and trainer for executives, entrepreneurs and rising leaders.Alexia is unparalleled in her ability to move audiences to identify and slay their limiting beliefs, reflect and reframe thinking and behaviour, and take aggressive and achievable action. "If you know you have a big idea, a message, that can positively improve peoples lives, its not an opportunity to get on stage - it's a responsibility."In this conversation, we dive deep into the psychological obstacles we all face as entrepreneurs when it comes to communicating our best selves to our followers, audience, or peers.There's so much value in having the ability to influence action and inspire others to change their lives with the use of our words, and Alexia is a master at doing so. She also gives us a few secrets to engaging an audience and connecting with them on a personal level, which is the most powerful thing you can do to create a lasting impact."Whenever I chose to go to a live event and I'm sitting in a room and I'm just being filled with information for hours on end, I always get so frustrated because I feel like it's such a big missed opportunity for creating an engaged community." If you've ever doubted yourself and your worthiness as a speaker or felt like there are no new and fresh ideas worth spreading, you're going to love this episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast.  MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Alexia Vernon, YOU’LL LEARN:Alexia's "headgear moment" that has remained with her still to this day.The subtle but significant shift you need to make to step into your moxie. The internal struggle Alexia faced with her voice. How Alexia won a beauty pageant with the help of her public speaking skills.How to transform your audience through your speech so that they leave the room ready to take big bold action. How to stop people in their tracks and impact them on an emotional level with your words. The biggest limiting belief people have when it comes to public speaking. (And how to get over it!)Why in-person retreats are a big part of Alexia's business. The value of story telling and why visualization creates memorable communication. A few tactics you can use to leave a lasting impression on your audience.How to have a fresh idea worth spreading as a speaker, even though every topic is already taken or has already been spoken about. How to develop stage presence and confidence as a speaker. How to find the idea you want to be known for in the world, and find stories that would be stage-worthy. And, much much more! WANT MORE OF Alexia? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Alexia Vernon's website: AlexiaVernon.comTweet her @AlexiaVernon.Check out Alexia on Facebook.Follow Alexia on Instagram: @alexiavernon RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Go From Hot Mess To HOTSHOT Speaker with Alexia's Free training. Alexia's Signature Course: Your Spotlight TalkThe TED talk I watched on Friday night about Procrastination that I was referring to in my interview with Alexia:   IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 026: HOW TO GET BOOKED AND PAID TO SPEAK (FEATURING GRANT BALDWIN).EP 035: HOW TO GET YOUR BIG BREAK IN MAINSTREAM MEDIA (FEATURING GWEN ELLIOT).EP 010: Become World Class And Stand At The Podium At The Olympic Games. Do you have any questions for alexa?Comment below and let us know what's on your mind!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! Wish you had an audience of 10K people to share your message with? Sign up here and I'll send you my free digital magazine that will teach you how to grow your Instagram following to over 10,000 fans. Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 044 WITH John Mautner HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID Some entrepreneurs start a business and grow with it. They go from the founder to being the CEO of their multi-million dollar company and never leave it. Others start a business, watch it grow to 7-figures and then start another.John Mautner started 5 multi-million dollar businesses over the past 25 years. At 26 years old, John's first business (that he explains in detail in this podcast interview) was named as one of America's 500 fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine. "I was just following the dream and the dream was so compelling that I just followed it to wherever it took me."The business you ask?  Well, if you've ever had a roasted nut at a sports event, amusement park, or anywhere else... its because John not only created this business, but created a specialty food that is now known around the world.  Never miss another episode, Subscribe here. He literally started from the bottom with one cart in a low-traffic mall, selling $30 of almonds per day, to deals with the NBA and quickly hitting over $100 million dollars in revenue 6 years later. Every dollar that I made I plowed back into the company, and I noticed that the more money I put back it, the faster the company grew. He hustled his way to the top.And, this wasn't a one hit wonder for John. He went on to start many multi-million dollar businesses, helped others achieve peak performance and success in their businesses, and along the way outlined the top 10 reasons why most businesses never reach the peak of their potential success...which he outlines in his new book: The Profit Pattern: The Top 10 Tools To Transform Your Business, Drive Performance, Empower Your People, Accelerate Productivity and Profitability .  John shares his story and all his trade secrets in this episode of the Unleash Yourself podcast.  Subscribe on iTunes! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH John, YOU’LL LEARN:How John felt working in a cubicle and the exact thought he had that made him quit his lucrative job in finance at 26 years old. Why John wanted to start a roasted nut company and how he dealt with everyone who thought he was nuts...no pun intended. The early stages of building a business from scratch: how John hustled his way to partnerships.How John over-delivered when someone asked him to send them a sample of his product. The reason why he did NOT send them a sample, but what he did instead. How John dealt with the early struggles of only selling 10 bags of nuts per day at 3$ per bag. The importance of location and traffic flow. Why moving his cart to a different location skyrocketed his sales. How he locked-in a deal with the Orlando Magic. The way to create your own opportunities and the value of face-to-face communication. Why John thinks fear stands for F.E.A.R. = False Evidence Appearing Real.Why successful people are decisive, just like Jim Palmer talked about in EP 032. How John scaled to $100,00/month in sales with the same product, just by finding the right location, and how he quickly then multiplied that to $200,000 overnight by adding 1 cart to his fleet. How John built a team of employees and trained them to ensure they roasted the perfect almond just like he would, so his almonds were consistent across the world. How John went international and started opening carts all around the world with 0 advertising. How John 3x his company's revenue every year for 5 straight years. He grew from 300k to 1M to 3M to 9M to 30M to 90M and then hit over 100M in revenue in his 6th year.Why John sold his business and the #1 reason why he likes creating new businesses from the ground up. The top 10 things you need to be doing to create one of the 500 fastest growing companies in America, like John did. And, much much more!WANT MORE OF NATALIE? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:John Mautner's website: JohnMautner.comTweet John here: @JohnMautnerBuy John's #1 Amazon Bestselling Book: The Profit Pattern: The Top 10 Tools To Transform Your Business, Drive Performance, Empower Your People, Accelerate Productivity and Profitability  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:John's 1 year program: Cycle Of Success Institute The book I mentioned that I'm currently reading: Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike  IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: Ep 027: DROP SHIPPING MY WAY TO $20K/MONTH (FEATURING JOHNNY FD)EP 022: FROM JOBLESS TO CEO (FEATURING KEITH BRESEÉ).EP 042: HOW TO BECOME A LIFESTYLE ENTREPRENEUR (FEATURING JESSE KRIEGER) DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE Unleash Yourself PODCAST?Can you relate to the hustle and grind that John went through in the early stages of his business? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! Want the blueprint behind my location independent online business? In this video, I explain exactly what I did to start a profitable online business that allows me to travel the world, full-time.  Email Address Yes, Please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST... LISTEN TO EPISODE 043 WITH Natalie Sisson HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID I've been travelling quite a bit over the last 2 years; living a minimalistic lifestyle out of my blue Gregory backpack while adapting to different cultures in continents around the world. I've experimented with fast travel and slow travel. I've struggled with balancing my desire for daily adventure with my ambition to build a successful business. There's a lot more to being successful living out of a backpack than it seems, it's not all waterfalls and Instagram photos...that only lasts so long if you don't have a viable revenue generating business behind it all. This is what today's guest on the Unleash Yourself podcast has become a master at. Natalie Sisson is known as The Suitcase Entrepreneur because since leaving New Zealand in 2006, she's lived out of her suitcase and travelled the world (69 countries and counting!) all while running an online business that allows her massive freedom and a multiple six-figure income."I was pretty dedicated and committed to having more freedom in my life and I knew what my strengths were."  Click Here To Subscribe To The Podcast I loved chatting with Natalie because not only did we talk about building a business around our passions and how to adapt our businesses to our personal growth over the years, but we talked about some of the struggles and difficulties we face as suitcase entrepreneurs that you may not be aware about. "When I first made money online, it opened my mind to what I could do. From there, I kept testing and asking my audience what they wanted and went on to make solutions for them." So if living out of a suitcase or backpack seems to be your thing and you prefer to buy experiences over stuff, you're going to love this episode! P.S. In this episode you'll find out where I'm going to be travelling to next! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH JESSE, YOU’LL LEARN:What freedom means to Natalie and why she thinks it's a right and not a privilege. How Natalie decides where to "settle" and how she knows it's the right place and time to do so. Why community matters for digital nomads and suitcase entrepreneurs. How I found freedom in commitment and how to plan ahead in order to enjoy the present. Why it's important to start and build your business before you decide to travel and how to know when you're ready to hit the road. What it means to be a leading learner and why you can be one too. How Natalie created her first online course and what she learned from her first experience creating a video course.What happened after Natalie made her first sale and how she learned how to scale her business from there. How Natalie dealt with a failed launch and what she did to unleash herself from her fears and self-doubt.How Natalie became The Suitcase Entrepreneur and how that was the biggest turning point in her journey.The importance of sharing your journey and why people follow you through your transitions. Natalie's #1 piece of advice for people wanting to create an information product or online course. How to accept the freedom mindset and create the right headspace to enjoy more freedom in your life.Find out if Natalie ever feels pressure to travel more and more rather than settle in one place because she's branded herself as the suitcase entrepreneur. Why Natalie and I are both going to Lisbon. How to create financial freedom by monetizing your passions. And, much much more! Never Miss Another Episode, Subscribe Here.  My answer to Natalie's survey on Right2Freedom.com:1. What does freedom mean to you? How would you define it?Freedom is an emotion. It's a feeling that means flexibility. It means not feeling bounded to something, both physically and emotionally. It means doing what you like, whenever you like to do it. It means being vulnerable and surrendering, without being afraid. It means feeling Unleashed.  WANT MORE OF Natalie? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Follow Natalie and her adventures as the Suitcase Entrepreneur on Facebook. Follow Natalie on Instagram: @NatalieSissonBuy her #1 Bestselling Book: Suitcase Entrepreneur RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Right2Freedom.comThe Suitcase EntrepreneurThe Freedom Plan Book IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 031: SCREW THE NINE TO FIVE, BUILD A MOVEMENT, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE (FEATURING JILL STANTON).EP 029: DISCOVER THE OPEN WORLD, TRAVEL 30+ COUNTRIES, AND BUILD YOUR BUSINESS IN AN UNCONVENTIONAL WAY. (FEATURING DANNY FLOOD)EP 023: BUILD A FREEDOM BASED BUSINESS AND DESIGN A LUXURY LIFESTYLE (FEATURING ERICA DURAN).  DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?Do you think you'd be able to manage a business while living out of a suitcase and traveling the world? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! 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CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 042 WITH Jesse Krieger HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID Back in 2014, I was the typical wantrepreneur.I used to look up to all these successful online entrepreneurs, consume all their content, and follow their every move. I idolized them and dreamt of being just like them. “One day, that will be me.” I would tell myself. Yet I did nothing about it. "Trial and error is one of the most expensive forms of investment."Jesse Krieger was one of those entrepreneurs I looked up to and followed. Leading up to the Christmas holidays of 2013, he posted a video asking his audience to define their biggest goal for 2014 and to let him know what it was. Out of all the replies, he would chose the 5 best answers and give them a free copy of his book: Lifestyle Entrepreneur. At that time I was working full-time for Nike while training for the Ironman World Championships in Mont-Tremblant. So, I replied to Jesse’s request saying:Hey Jesse! My biggest goal of 2014 is to finish an Ironman triathlon. Becoming a lifestyle entrepreneur would help me reach this goal because being location independent and making my own schedule would allow me to train more while working more efficiently. I knew this would appeal to Jesse since I had learned through following him that he loved to cycle. Especially over long distances in new countries. So, I sent in my reply and felt confident that he’d choose me. And, he did. Here’s the video of Jesse announcing the winners on his Youtube channel: When I received the audiobook, I instantly began listening to it on the drive to work and the drive home. I finished it within a few days and knew that being a lifestyle entrepreneur was what I wanted."When I really tried to put my finger on it, what were my top priorities? It was having a lifestyle I enjoyed; the ability to travel and have different experiences, learn new languages - while being an entrepreneur."Fast forward 2 years, and here I am: living life on my own terms, running my own online business and travelling the world as a lifestyle entrepreneur. "I'm willing to be temporarily embarrassed or humiliated, and I just don't put too much weight on that because I know its an impermanent state." And, I had the incredible honour of having Jesse fulfill this incredible full circle moment by accepting to join me for Episode #42 of the Unleash Yourself podcast. Never miss another episode! Subscribe on iTunes here.  MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Jesse, YOU’LL LEARN:How ditching school to learn Jimmy Hendricks songs turned into starting a record label, a cross country tour, and a music video on MTV. Why Jesse didn't like giving away creative control in his life and business.   Why asking for help is NOT a sign of weakness, but actually a common trait of all successful entrepreneurs. How to find a mentor and why they don't need to be too far ahead of you. Actually, the best mentors to have are the ones who are only a few steps ahead of you. Why Jesse decided to write The Lifestyle Entrepreneur. How to deal with endless freedom and not allow it to paralyze you or get lost in it. Why safety nets are important and how to feel comfortable living 1 or 2 steps outside of your comfort zone. The #1 reason why you should be open to humiliation and embarrassment. Why Jesse didn't listen to the negative opinions people had about his decision to try many different businesses without an apparent direction or consistent path. How Jesse became a "lifestyle entrepreneur" and what lifestyle entrepreneurship means to him. How to balance having a business while travelling and why staying in different places for extended periods of time works better for Jesse as an entrepreneur than fast-travel. Why you don't need to re-invent the wheel and how to draft behind business ideas that are already working.The value in creating an operating manual to outsource your work. The value in writing a book and how it can do wonders for your business.How to write a bestselling book this year.The life-changing experience Jesse had recently by going to Peru and taking part in plant-medicine ceremonies: awakening, deep introspection, and out of body experiences. The blog post that Jesse wrote called "Everything I never wanted anyone to know about me."   And, much much more! WANT MORE OF Jesse? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Jesse's website: JesseKrieger.comGet Jesse's book: The Lifestyle EntrepreneurStart writing your own bestselling book this year. Follow Jesse on Instagram: @lifestyleentrepreneur Subscribe on iTunes here.  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Lifestyle Entrepreneur Press.Bestseller Campaign Blueprint.Music video by Harsh Krieger "Home": This is the blog post Jesse talks about at the end of the episode: * An Honest Admission * (By jesse kreiger)I am finally back from a truly life-changing trip to Peru, and what I'm sharing here is certainly the most vulnerable thing I've ever written:For the last 20 years I have smoked or ingested marijuana almost every day. In most cases, multiple times per day.In spite of this, by nearly all outward appearances my life has appeared one of numerous accomplishmentsI have founded or co-founded numerous companies, learned some German, Russian and Mandarin Chinese.I have been flown around the world to teach men about confidence and dating, including 3 all-expense paid trips to the Playboy Mansion.I went to arguably the #1 public university on earth, and in my final semester, taking the most difficult classes of my time there, got straight A's. High almost every day.I told a friend once in advanced political economy discussion class this. He couldn't believe it.How could I take something that presumably dulls the senses and then vigorously debate economic development theories, vehemently defend my libertarian worldview and proactively engage self-styled communists on Sproul Plaza in debates?More recently I wrote book trying to explain my approach to life and business, seeking to share something of value with others who would be sovereign masters of their own life. It became a best-seller. Didn't mention marijuana once, although it was certainly an undercurrent in everything I wrote about. And I probably wrote most of the book high as well.Then I started a publishing company and published 10+ best-selling books. Sure, these aren't NY Times best sellers, but I have the screenshots to prove every one. High.And yet for all the premium I have placed on maintaining an upstanding appearance and face to the world, deep down I have always known the weakness that accompanies not being able to control a compulsion that is so seductive that it wove itself into nearly every fiber of my being.My relationship life has alternated between extremes of passion and isolation. So many times I ingested marijuana without my partner knowing, and for what, my own amusement?My financial life leaves little to be desired. At 34 I have a negative net worth and have relied on my father for financial support more times than I care to admit. Now I am returned from a 10 day retreat in Peru where I partook in a number of plant medicine ceremonies under expert guidance and care. Not to get "high" but because Ayahuasca is the one thing I've ever read about that has the potential to give perspective on a situation like mine.It worked. Now I understand myself on a level of depth I almost can't believe is real. But it is as real as the words I'm writing and you are reading now.This understanding is not a function of some powerful entheogenic substance showing me "God", or really anything external whatsoeverThis understanding is one born from something so simple, yet so profound: Surrender and forgiveness.Surrendering the illusions and identities I have held in exchange for self acceptance; self-love.And forgiveness. Not forgiveness of any one I may have ever perceived harmed me, did me wrong in any way, but forgiving myself. Forgiving myself for all the times I trespassed my own values for expediency or out of habit. Forgiving myself for the needless pain and suffering I have inflicted on myself. Forgiving myself for all the emotional attachment and artifice I have carried for the people who I perceive myself as having harmed, inadvertently or intentionally. At the end of it all, these words give me both solace and strength:"I release, I surrender, I am willing. I love you Jesse"I release myself from all of the unnecessary constructs and constraints my hyperactive intellect has created and perpetuated over the years."I surrender." All of the arguments, entrepreneurial decisions, learning of languages, and everything I have done to prove my worth to myself or anyone else. I surrender, therefore anyone who would face me in a spirit of competition - wins."I am willing." I am willing to engage with anyone, any situation, any opportunity to learn and grow with a spirit of willingness that does not seek to predetermine or influence the outcome, but rather to serve as an opportunity to learn and experience all that this life has to offer."I love you Jesse." Because so much of what I have done in life has at some level been to seek validation, I didn't realize that the love and validation I have sought externally has always lived in my own heart."I release, I surrender, I am willing."Very willing.Willing enough to lay myself bare and not be concerned with whatever consequences that may entail.Willing enough to love myself, and through that love be capable of truly loving someone else, and all people.For it is true in this world that for something to grow, something else must die.I could put it more softly, but why bother.So I am willing to let myself die in order to grow. Like a snake that outgrows its skin and leaves it behind in order to grow to its full potential.I am willing to leave all that I've done and the person I have been behind, that I may grow to realize my full potential. By conventional measure, I would make a terrible politician, for I do not seek power.Only power over myself. And power is different than force.Power radiates from within, while force acts from without. Gravity is a force. Love is a power.Force seeks subjugation and submission.Power seeks to empower, and thereby become more empowered.So I share this in a spirit of willingness and love, if only for my own sake, but also with the hope that it may empower others. Empower you. And thereby further empower me. And so on in a virtuous cycle.Through these ceremonies with Ayahuasca I have felt first-hand what it is to die, and death not ends it, but simply marks the beginning of what comes next.I won't say that I am not scared of death. But I will die, and so will everyone on earth alive as I write this. In light of that morbid reminder, I am most willing to live.To truly live. To live without fear, and with great joy.Because life is beautiful, and worth experiencing in its totality."Therefore, I release, I surrender, I am willing. I love you Jesse."And because of that, I am capable to love you!So, I love you. Thank you for reading and may you be empowered to live with a spirit of love and willingness for all of your days. :) IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY:  EP 038: THE TRUTH ABOUT CREATING A 6-FIGURE FUNNEL (FEATURING MAXENCE ROY). EP 035: HOW TO GET YOUR BIG BREAK IN MAINSTREAM MEDIA (FEATURING GWEN ELLIOT).EP 020: DROP OUT OF SCHOOL, START YOUR OWN BUSINESS, AND STOP GIVING A F*** WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK (FEATURING SEAN KIM). DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?Do you want to be a lifestyle entrepreneur? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! Want to learn how I built my Instagram account to over 20K fans? 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CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 041 WITH JEssica Rhodes HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID I never thought I'd be a podcaster.Actually, now that I think about it, people did tell me I had a good voice for radio or that they saw me as a sports broadcaster on ESPN.But, I didn't go to school to study media or communications or anything along those lines, so I never expected to go that route. Yet, here I am, hosting episode 41 of my very own podcast. The same podcast that hit the front page of iTunes for being name #1 New and Noteworthy for multiple categories and then again a few months later for hitting the "What's Hot" list for business. When I got started, I didn't have much of a reason as to why I wanted to start my own show, but as my show grew, things changed. There's a reason why I kept it going for 40+ weeks. (And don't plan on stopping any time soon.)So, I thought it was time to share it all with you so you can see the the power of hosting a podcast and you can get a better idea of where it can fit in your business. I decided to bring on an authority on podcasting: Jessica Rhodes.Jessica is the founder and CEO of Interview Connections and she understands podcasting from both sides of the microphone.So if you've ever wanted to start your own podcast and host your own show, or if you wanted to get featured as a guest so that you can share your story on a bigger stage, or you're just curious about this whole podcasting thing, then this episode is for you!MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Jessica, YOU’LL LEARN:My shocking discovery of how Jessica is related to Jim Palmer. Why Jessica started Interview Connections and how built an entire business around podcasting.  How I got into podcasts and what made me start the Unleash Yourself podcast.  The biggest benefit you get from podcasting, either as a host or as a guest. Why listeners feel SO connected to a podcaster after listening to their show. How the relationship between a podcast host and a podcast guest grows from "stranger" to "trusted friend" over the course of 1 podcast episode. Why you don't need to focus on building a show of mass exposure, but rather focus on creating intimate relationships instead. How to improve your interview skills. (Hint: it happens by podcasting!)The beauty of interviewing without having notes or pre-determined questions. The value of listening and why this is the BEST skill you can have as a interviewer. My #1 goal while interviewing. (When this happens I fist pump.)The value of silence and how to use silence to get's someone's attention.How to provide an amazing podcasting experience as a guest for your host, or as a host for your guest.Becoming a celebrity-like figure through your podcast and being seen as an authority to get speaking engagements, increase your rates, and grow your business. How to reach influencers and have conversations that are worth thousands of dollars. How to get over your fear of podcasting!And, much much more! WANT MORE OF Jessica? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Jessica's website: JessicaRhodes.bizListen to the Rhodes To Success podcast!Follow Jessica on Facebook: Jessica RhodesTweet Shannon by clicking here! RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Interview Connections: the premier source for booking outstanding podcast guests.The microphone I bought to keep me accountable to starting my first podcast: Blue YetiDocumentary about Master Sommeliers I mentioned: Somm The #AskGaryV Show that Jessica referred to.  IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL ALSO ENJOY: EP 032: MAKE BETTER DECISIONS AND ACHIEVE ULTIMATE SUCCESS (FEATURING JIM PALMER). EP 028: HOW TO WRITE 1,000 WORDS PER DAY (FEATURING CHARLES BORDET).EP 033: SKYROCKET YOUR SALES WITHOUT WORKING MORE (FEATURING KELLY ROACH). DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?Do you want to start your own podcast? What would it be about? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! Wish you had 10,000 (or more!) Instagram followers?! Do you want my Digital Magazine where I explain exactly what I did to build my Instagram account from 0 to over 20,000 fans?? Email Address Yes, please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 040 WITH JuVan Langford HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID I've been really focusing on being more vulnerable recently. Letting go of control. Finding true freedom in commitment. I even challenged myself publicly in front of 20,000 people on Instagram to post about it daily. And, it's true what they say: You attract what you think.As I started doing this, JuVan Langford found his way into my life. We instantly connected over our passion for more and our drive to build a legacy by inspiring others. "When I changed the way I looked at things, the things I looked at changed."JuVan is special. Between losing his father to Leukemia and living with his teen-mother through her battle with substance abuse at a young age, JuVan had to find a way out. But how? He had no father figure and no older brothers to show him the way, so he turned to sports and surrounded himself with a brotherhood of teammates and found mentors in his coaches. "It got to a point where I was hurting. It hurt bad enough that I took baby steps and started changing things; breaking habits and creating new ones." Today, JuVan hosts the vlog series The Thought Life and travels the globe inspiring men to share themselves more fully and openly, teaching them the beauty of vulnerability and it's value for your personal growth. "I understand the power of presence." He even gets me to open up about some of the struggles I've been going through, so make sure you tune in until the end! And, if you feel connected to some of the topics we discussed share some of your vulnerabilities by commending at the bottom of this page. Don't worry, you're safe here.  MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH JuVan, YOU’LL LEARN:The challenges JuVan faced growing up in an inner city neighbourhood that was heavily influenced by drugs and alcohol.How getting adopted and changing school multiple times affected JuVan's identity.  Why growing up without a father (JuVan lost his dad to Leukemia at 4 years old) and being sexually abused at a young age affected his ability to love himself, made him question his sexuality and made him feel "un-human".How mentors changed his life - JuVan calls them "temporary angels."How playing sports and being a part of a team made him feel connected for the first time.Why you need to create a valuable team, a brotherhood of like-minded people and how to attract them. The biggest reason why you need to share yourself and your story, and how not to feel judged by other's opinions.  Why most men don't reach out for support and why being vulnerable was a game-changer for JuVan. The difference between being alone versus being by yourself. The reason why JuVan started "Thought Life", and what it means to him today. How to let go of control and the beauty you can find in in letting go. (I share something personal here.) And, much much more! WANT MORE OF JuVan? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out JuVan's website: http://juvanlangford.com/Follow JuVan on Instagram: @JuvanLangford  Tweet JuVan by clicking here! RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The MENtour: We create experiential content, safe community and thought-provoking conversations that support male teens in becoming productive members of society.Check out JuVan on YouTube: Thought Life VlogLink to the poem I shared in the introduction: Sharing Yourself DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?Toward the end of the episode I shared how I struggle with being vulnerable and giving up control. What do you struggle with the most? Comment below and let me know.And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! If You Enjoyed This Episode, You'll Also Enjoy: EP 037: From Wolf Of Wall Street To The Power Of Now (Featuring Jiro Taylor). EP 036: Discover Your True Purpose And Transform Yourself (Featuring Dr. Jason Klop). EP 021: Transform Your Thoughts And Transform The World (Featuring Grace Smith).   WANT TO START A LOCATION INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SO YOU CAN TRAVEL THE WORLD? Sign-up here and I'll send you a 1 hour video that explains exactly how I started my online business that allows me to travel the world.  Email Address Yes, Please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 039 WITH shannon lee simmons HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID Is tax season driving you crazy?Trust me, I've been there so I totally get how you're feeling right now. Because of it, I decided to help you (and myself!) out by bringing my friend Shannon Lee Simmons on the Unleash Yourself podcast to talk about how to get, and keep, your financial house in order.Shannon is one of Canada's biggest and brightest when it comes to preparing and organizing your taxes, filing on time, and enjoying the whole process."Understanding your finances and your taxes should be the main focus of your business. The whole difference between being a hobbyist and a business is making money."Yes, I said ENJOYING it.Hard to believe, I know...But, that's exactly why Shannon started the New School Of Finance; to change the way you think about money, finance, spreadsheets, and taxes, simply by making it fun and engaging...and even a little silly. When was the last time your accountant dressed up as a Game Of Thrones character and threw you a Tax Prep Party?!As you'll see in this interview, Shannon has a massive personality and has the ability to instantly put a smile on your face. But, there was a time where Shannon had to hold back and contain herself because she was working on Bay Street (Canada's Wall Street), and there are some things that just aren't accepted in corporate finance. "I felt like a jack-in-the-box that was ready to burst. And that's the thing, now that I'm out, I can't go back." She felt so strongly about doing things differently that she totally unleashed herself from this world and set out to completely change the finance-game. If you feel uncomfortable when it comes to finance, taxes, speadsheets, and all that jazz, then you need to start doing things the New School way... ...and Shannon will show you how! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Shannon, YOU’LL LEARN:Why working on Bay Street (Canada's Wall Street) made her feel trapped and not able to let her true personality shine. How Shannon unleashed herself from the expectations that people had of her just because she was working in finance, and why she wears costumes on a regular basis today.Why she offered financial advice to over 300 women in exchange for a bartered good or service, and NOT money.  And, how this made finance feel more fun and accessible. The #1 reason why most people, even millionaires, struggle with their financial planning and tax preparation. Here's what to do instead. How to track your finances as a sole proprietor so you don't freak out when tax season arrives. What to track, how to track it, and how to keep it organized and consistent. How to minimize how much you pay in taxes, legally!The difference between being a freelancer or sole proprietor and an incorporated company, and how you should set up your bank accounts in a way to maximize your unique situation. Why it's important to register your business!How to plan backwards and forecast how much monthly revenue you need to generate per month to live the lifestyle you want. Should you be afraid to get audited?! And, the difference between an audit and a review.Some "urban tax myths" about what you CAN and CAN NOT write off. This is really important for entrepreneurs who try to expense everything!And, much much more! WANT MORE OF shannon? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Shannon's website: The New School Of FinanceFollow Shannon on Instagram: @ShanLeeSimmonsTweet Shannon by clicking here!Check out the New School Of Finance on Facebook.  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Track That Shiz SpreadsheetVideo: Brace Yourself - Tax Season Is Coming. DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?How refreshing is Shannon's view on finance?! Do you feel more comfortable about tax season now? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! WANT TO START A LOCATION INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SO YOU CAN TRAVEL THE WORLD? Sign-up here and I'll send you a 1 hour video that explains exactly how I started my online business that allows me to travel the world.  Email Address Yes, Please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 038 WITH Maxence Roy HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID About a month ago, I was at the gym working out with my friend Maxence and I asked him if he would be willing to share the secrets behind his 6-figure funnel on the Unleash Yourself podcast.I was honoured when he said yes because he's only ever shared it on one other podcast before.And, the reason why I wanted Maxence to share his knowledge with me is because Max has a fitness business that gets over 1 million unique visitors a year, has a highly targeted email list of over 30,000 subscribers, and most importantly, has over 2,600 paying customers. And counting. Since we're both from Quebec and we're living in Thailand, he invited me over to his place and explained exactly how he built his business and the major lessons he's learned along the way."My first business really flopped, man. I dropped out of school and after 6 months I burnt through all my $20,000 of savings. And, I even got into credit card debt." The best part is that he broke down his entire funnel, which has earned him well over 6-figures, and held nothing back. The amount of value he gave in this one podcast episode is going to be worth thousands of dollars for your business.And, it's all knowledge he's gained through trial and error, like the time he blew through $20,000 of savings on his first online business, and the biggest takeaways he got out of investing thousands of dollars in online courses from online marketing gurus like Eban Pagan, Ryan Dice, etc. Max credits these courses for completely changing his life. "It blows my mind how people don't mind spending $50,000 on a university degree, but don't want to spend $1,000 on an online course from a marketing grand master who makes 30 million dollars a year."He explained that his biggest "ah-ha!" moment was when he realized that he created a product that he wanted to sell, rather than a produce that the market wanted to buy. There's a big difference between the two.So, he started digging deeper."The biggest focus anyone can make in marketing is removing yourself from your own head, and getting right into the head of your customer. Whats his biggest frustration, his biggest fear, biggest desire and aspiration?"  He now runs an incredibly successful business with Abdos En Accelere (French for "Accelerated Abs") and says it's success is purely because he knows what his market wants so clearly that he's able to provide the exact solution to their problem. Trust me, you'll want to grab a pen and paper for this episode because Max explains his entire business funnel; from the framework he uses to come up with an amazing brand name that's unforgettable, to how you can get unlimited amounts of traffic so you never have to worry about traffic again, to then explaining how you can make sure your traffic converts into subscribers and buyers (this is where the gold is!), and finally, how to upsell on the back-end to maximize your individual client value. This episode is a game-changer! MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Maxence, YOU’LL LEARN:Why all his teachers in high school told him he had more potential than everyone else.How he burnt through $20,000 of savings on his first business, which completely flopped, and the major lessons he learned because of it. Why listening to the market allowed him to build a business that now generates 1 million unique visitors a year with over 2,600 paying clients and 30,000 subscribers.  How to get into the head of your customer to figure out their biggest fears, desires, and aspirations, and how to use that successfully in your marketing to sell your products on a massive scale.How he wrote an article for the Huffington Post and why it went viral. The #1 reason why he offered free coaching calls to some highly targeted leads, and how he used those calls for market research. (He shares the exact questions he asked to see exactly what they're thinking and how he then structured his marketing around their exact responses.)How to validate your idea so you're sure it sells before you spend all your time and money creating it. The value in studying your competitors and what Maxence uses to find out everything about his competitor's businesses; like the amount of traffic they get, where they get it from, what their email funnel is like, how much money they spend on ads, and what their products look like.   The components of a successful marketing foundation that allows your product to sell itself. Why your course title and brand name is the most overlooked part of your business. The difference between an "Opportunity Factor" and the "Buddha Factor". The truth behind Max's 6-figure funnel. He breaks it down, step by step. Why traffic is unlimited and why you shouldn't ever worry about not getting enough traffic. But, what you need to worry about instead.And, much much more! WANT MORE OF maxence? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Maxence's fitness website: AbdosEnAccelere.com Resources Mentioned In This Episode:Eban Pagan's CoursesRyan Dice from Digital Marketer.comSimilarWeb.com DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?What's one big win you got from Max's 6-figure funnel breakdown? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST...LISTEN TO EPISODE 037 WITH Jiro Taylor HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID Imagine yourself sitting on the couch.You're holding a check for $200,000 for closing the biggest deal in your company's history.  How do you think you'd feel? This is the dream for many of us; working in the finance industry, becoming a top performer, closing huge deals, and making insane money. Living life as the real Wolf Of Wall-Street. As insane as it sounds, this was the reality for Jiro Taylor. He was the one sitting on the couch holding that check for $200,000 which he earned in just 1 day of work. What I didn't mention, however, was that he was watching National Geographic. And, the reason why that's important to the story is because in that moment Jiro wanted nothing more to be the person he was watching on TV: living in nature, climbing all these peaks, and being his true self. The person he had known he was for years but also he person he was ignoring. "I felt this feeling in the pit of my stomach like I was a complete fake and a complete sellout. I felt this raw inauthenticity...like I was living someone else's dream."Luckily, he had lived in Japan for a few years after graduation and had this acute awareness of the simplicity of life and how far more content spiritual people were than the people living the life of status and material things."I couldn't abide by the notion of spending my life wearing this suit, going up this elevator into this skyscraper to pick up a phone and look at a screen, and pretend to care about stuff. To put on a mask."So he quit. Just like that.And today he's fully living who he actually is, rather than a script of a character he was supposed to be. He re-defined what success means and started a meditation practice, travelled the world, read hundreds of books, and immersed himself deeply in Eastern philosophy. "Meditation is a scientifically driven method of disconnecting with this ego-self and re-connecting with a part of you that's innate and authentic."Today, Jiro's life is simple and beautiful. And, he's journaled everything he's learned along the way on his blog Flowstate Collective. Today, I had the incredible honour and privilege to speak to him and find out exact what he's done that's allowed him to find inner peace, incredible moments of stillness and unity, and how to achieve super-human levels of focus and connection. "We are nature. We are human beings. We are wild creatures. Just go to nature and look at the trees. Look at the animals. And then ask yourself, is what I'm doing natural?" MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH Jiro taylor, YOU’LL LEARN:Why Jiro called me from the back seat of his van.How Jiro was able to make millions in the banking industry (he made $200,000 in one day) through persuasion, hustle, and relationships, and why it created massive imbalance in this life. What National Geographic thought him about himself, and his real dream life. (Hint: it wasn't about making millions!)The #1 reason why you need to redefine what success means. Why Jiro quit his high level banking job even though he was a top performer and had just closed the biggest deal in his company's history. How we are driven by the ego and why this may mean something completely different than you think. Why personal practice is the way to unleash yourself from feeling bounded by identifiers of who people think you are.Scientific and systematic evidence that meditation is the solution you're looking for. How to achieve peak states and moments of flow, where you feel superhuman. Why you need immense focus and concentration on one specific task to achieve flowstates. The #1 distinction between the flowstate and the meditative state. Why its not ideal to achieve flowstates constantly. The most powerful way to think about how to manage your life, backed by a neuroscientist.A short conversation about drugs like adderall, why people use them to achieve peak states, and Jiro's take on the situation. And, much much more! WANT MORE OF Jiro taylor? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Jiro's website: FlowStateCollective.comListen to Jiro's podcast: The Flowstate Performance PodcastGet social with Jiro on Facebook.  Resources Mentioned In This Episode:Join The Practice: Jiro's mediation class that will lead to your freedom. The Flow Session Strategy System and achieve flowstate more frequently. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi: Flow, The Secret To Happiness DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?Did you ever experiece that moment of flow that Jiro talked about? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it!  WANT TO START A LOCATION INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SO YOU CAN TRAVEL THE WORLD? Sign-up here and I'll send you a 1 hour video that explains exactly how I started my online business that allows me to travel the world.  Email Address Yes, Please! Thank you!

CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK ON THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST... LISTEN TO EPISODE 036 WITH Dr. Jason Klop HERE: LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON:    ITUNES | STITCHER | ANDROID In our mid to late twenties we go through a lot of change.And I've noticed that with change, comes difficult decisions. And with difficult decisions comes fear, doubt, uncertainty, and interestingly enough, unfulfillment due to our expectations. What we thought life would be like - but it's not. "What you want to do and why you want to do it are two different things."I've gone through a lot of change over the last three years in every aspect of my life (except for my family, thanks guys!), and I've gone through an incredible overall transformation because of it. "Your life experiences sculpt who you are."Luckily though, I've always had a pretty clear vision of who I was, what my values where, and what direction I wanted to go in life. I've always had a purpose. And so did my friend Jason. Oddly enough, Jason discovered that his purpose in life was to help others at an early age as a dairy farmer when saving the life of a dying goat. Over the course of time, Jason's evolved and so has his desire to help others. Today, he's a naturopathic doctor but he doesn't wear a lab coat, he doesn't work in a hospital, nor does he run his own private practice. "Based on your values you can make very clear actionable commitments to yourself that will then move you forward."He's discovered that his purpose in life was to help others through an unconventional way: his message and story.  And because he wants to have an impact on as many people as possible, he runs his own blog, podcast, and online course, where he teaches others how to get clarity on their life's purpose, find their passion, and transform their lives. So, if you're feeling lost in this journey called life, I have no doubt that Dr. Jason Klop has the right cure for you. MORE SPECIFICALLY, ON THIS EPISODE OF THE UNLEASH YOURSELF PODCAST WITH jason klop, YOU’LL LEARN:Why growing up on a dairy farm in Canada allowed Jason to discover one of his most important personality traits at a very young age. How Jason discovered naturopathy and why it inspired him to want to become a naturopathic doctor. The biggest reason why Jason is so passionate about sharing his message and helping others find their passion. Why your health is directly affected by whether or not you're feeling a sense of purpose in your life.The one big advantage to having a clear purpose. Why most people don't have clarity around their purpose and what you can do to discover your true purpose and find fulfilment.  How to accept change and why it's okay to evolve into a different person than you expected yourself to be. Some specific words that you may not have heard often enough growing up, and why this might be the reason behind some of your current insecurities. And, much much more! WANT MORE OF jason klop? CHECK OUT THESE LINKS:Check out Jason's website: DrJasonKlop.comListen to Jason's podcast: Step Into The JungleGet social with Jason on Facebook  or Twitter DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE OF THE PODCAST?Do you have clarity on what your purpose truly is? Comment below and let me know!And, if you know anyone who would enjoy this episode, please pass this link along to them as well. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you for it! WANT TO START A LOCATION INDEPENDENT BUSINESS SO YOU CAN TRAVEL THE WORLD? Sign-up here and I'll send you a 1 hour video that explains exactly how I started my online business that allows me to travel the world.  Email Address Yes, Please! Thank you!