Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders

As an executive leader, you need a trustworthy group of people, and if asked, you would easily describe the exact moment they earned your trust. Yet if we flip the question, you wouldn't know how you gained their trust. In fact, you might not know if they trust you. So, what is trust? How do you earn it? Can it be built or repaired once it's broken?   In this episode, the extraordinary Darryl Stickel, Ph.D., gives us a masterclass on the secrets of building trust as leaders in our organizations, with our kids at home, and with our significant others. Darryl is an Independent Child and Family Counselor, Government Research Analyst, and Management Consultant with McKinsey & Company, a Global Leader in practical approaches to building trust, and the Author of "Building Trust: Exceptional Leadership in an Uncertain World."   Throughout our conversation, you'll hear about Darryl's background and how growing up in a small, isolated community in northern Canada shaped his way of seeing the world. Darryl talks about the 10 levers to build trust, how to build a culture of trust within an organization, and shares practical ways of implementing his model using the 10 levers of trust.   Additionally, Darryl explains how to build trustworthy personal and professional connections, why giving ourselves the space and the grace to be imperfect is crucial, and much more.  Tune in to Episode 397 and discover the secrets to building trustworthy connections with your team, family, and business partners.   Some Questions I Ask: How can CEOs or key leaders of an organization build trust with their teams and organizations? (7:30) Is it possible to fix trust in broken relationships? (16:30)  In This Episode, You Will Learn: Darryl ‘s upbringing (4:00) Practical tips for building trust in a relationship (14:00) How can partners and lovers build high trust (20:20) Give yourself grace and space to be imperfect (24:10)  Connect with Darryl: Website LinkedIn Email: [email protected]: Darryl Stickel, Ph.D. - Building Trust: Exceptional Leadership in an Uncertain World Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best Library Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The mere speculative conviction that it was our interest to be completely virtuous was not sufficient to prevent our slipping, and that the contrary habits must be broken, and good ones acquired and established before we can have any dependence on a steady, uniform rectitude of conduct." - Benjamin Franklin.   In today's episode, we have fun interviewing one of the founding fathers of the United States, drafter and signer of the Declaration of Independence, and the first postmaster general of the United States, Benjamin Franklin. The writer, scientist, inventor, diplomat, and one of the leading intellectuals of his time talks about the 13 necessary virtues and how to stay focused on them so we can turn them into habits.   Throughout this episode, you'll learn about Ben Franklin's 13 virtues, what inspired him to create them, and how they inspired us and later became a transformational template for Steve's first book, "Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders." We also go through each virtue, learn how to turn them into habitual practices, how each of the 12 principles can help you become a highly successful leader, and much more.   Tune in to Episode 396 of Becoming Your Best, learn to cultivate and flourish the 13 virtues, and let them guide you through building a life by design and a more intentional existence.   In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why some old habits must be broken (4:20) Ben Franklin talks about the 13 virtues (6:50) How to stay focused and turn the 13 virtues into habits (12:00) The 13 virtues as a transformational template for "Becoming Your Best" (16:10) 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders (20:20)  Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part of becoming a great leader is not only overcoming the challenges of leadership itself but our personal limitations as well. The first step is identifying them and knowing and understanding their origin. Then, we must equip ourselves with the tools and resources to obliterate them: an antidote to eliminate their effects.   This week, I share the best advice from the noblest of companions, the one who holds long life in the right hand and wealth and honor in the left, one that is worth more than silver and gold and is more valuable than jewels: wisdom. We discuss Roy Baumeister's "Negativity Effect" and John Gottman's relationships' "4-Horsemen of Apocalypse."   Throughout this episode, you'll hear Roy Baumeister's brilliant responses to Jennifer Graham's interview about the "Negativity Effect," and you'll learn why most of us spend more time on negative thoughts, ideas, and feelings. We'll also discuss John Gottman's "4-Horsemen of Apocalypse" in professional and personal relationships, origin, meaning, and antidote.   Tune in to Episode 395 of Becoming Your Best and discover these fantastic tools that'll help you keep improving and get close to your best version.   In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about the inspiration for today's episode (2:30) Why wisdom is such a valuable attribute (5:00) The Negativity Effect (11:40) Roy Baumeister's tips on parenting (15:00) What are the "4-Horsemen of Apocalypse" for relationships (20:30) The antidotes for each horseman (22:20)  Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Have you ever had the frustrating experience of having the same conversation over and over at work or at home? Because if you have, that's your indicator, your canary in the coal mine telling you there's a lot more to that conversation you're missing."In this episode, I'm joined by the extraordinary Marsha Acker to discuss how to identify and crack down on stuck patterns of communication that get in the way of performing at the highest level. Marsha is a Leadership and Team Coach, Author, Sought-after Speaker, Host of the Defining Moments of Leadership podcast, and the Founder and CEO of TeamCatapult.Throughout our conversation, you'll hear Marsha's thoughts on the most common communication issues and their devastating effects on organizations, families, and personal and professional relationships. Marsha also shares tips to enhance our communication skills, reduce the noise's interference to the minimum, and create sustainable change.You'll also hear about Marsha's background, what inspired her to become a facilitator, create the Model for Leading Change, and much more.Tune in to Episode 394 and learn to identify and crack down on the communication issues holding you and your team back.Some Questions I Ask:Tell us about your background, including any turning points that massively influenced you and your work today (3:10)What are some good communication tips for us today? (9:20)In This Episode, You Will Learn:What led Marsha to work as a facilitator and become a communication expert (6:20)Learn to separate the WHAT from the HOW (12:40)What happens when an individual keeps coming back to a core issue (16:10)Tips to maintain sustainable change (21:30)Be welcoming to opposing ideas when communicating (25:20)Resources:Book: Marsha Acker - Build Your Model for Leading Change: A Guided Workbook to Catalyze Clarity and Confidence in Leading Yourself and OthersDefining Moments of Leadership with Marsha Acker podcastConnect with Marsha:WebsiteLinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A massive portion of the decisive events in our lives are intimately linked with things we can't control, like luck, destiny, other people's attitudes, or God's will. Still, by incorporating certain habits, we can augment our probabilities of success and make them less dependent on chance. In today's episode, I share three leadership tips from one of the best leaders and businessmen I've ever known, Dave Clark, that'll help you reduce luck's influence in your life as a team leader, keep your business growing, and your personal and professional relationships glowing. We will also go through excellent advice from the late Gardner Russell, former BYB Board Member, who mentored and guided me since I was a young buck when I met him in my early 20s. Tune in to Episode 393 of Becoming Your Best, and access these simple yet powerful tips that'll support you in the process of becoming your best.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Think of and determine your roles and actions before the week starts (1:40)The importance of keeping constant and real growth in sight (5:30)Be aware of possible threats always (6:40)Why it is so easy to get complacent and why you should never do it (8:30)Becoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How we say what we say is crucial; a speaker whose voice and body language don't match the message screams: I don't believe what I'm saying. For a leader to be credible and trustworthy, their voice, gestures, and message must look, sound and feel the same. This week, I'm joined by the extraordinary Jaqueline Farrington, President and CEO Coach at Farrington Partners, Author, Speaker, Consultant, and Customized Communications Expert. Her latest book, "The Non-Obvious Guide To Better Presentations," is full of practical and actionable tools to create congruency in gesture, voice, and expressions to create trust. She uses neuroscience to help speakers perform at their best and make engaging and appealing speeches, even in online environments. Throughout this episode, you'll hear Jaqueline's best advice and tips to elevate your public speaking abilities, take your presentations to the next level, and become an engaging, trustworthy, and credible leader. You'll also hear about Jaqueline's acting background, what inspired her to write "The Non-Obvious Guide To Better Presentations," and how to make your voice and body language match your speech. Additionally, you'll hear Jaqueline's thoughts on Executive Presence, how to become better at "thinking on one's feet," the differences between presenting in-person and online, and more. Tune in to Episode 391 and learn how to present like a pro and use your communication skills to spark transformation and innovation.Some Questions I Ask: How did you end up working in the communications field? (4:00) Why are voice and body so important in leadership communication? (9:00) In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Jaqueline's background (1:30)What inspired Jaqueline to write "The Non-Obvious Guide To Better Presentations" (7:10)How to make your voice and body language match your message (13:00)Is it possible to learn to think on one's feet? (19:20)The differences between presenting online and in person (26:30)Connect with Jaqueline: Farrington Partners website LinkedIn Book: Jaqueline Farrington - The Non-Obvious Guide to Better PresentationsBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Understanding that life happens for you and not to you is a revolutionary concept that can change your life. For instance, when misfortune knocks on your door, instead of asking why me, you can appreciate the light-hearted people that helped you and be grateful for those who inspired and motivated you to keep going. In today's episode, I'm joined by the inspiring Michael O'Brien, Ripple Creator, Meditation Teacher, Speaker, Executive Coach, Cyclist, and the Creator of The Pause, Breathe, Reflect Meditation App. After a cycling accident that almost killed him, which kept him bedridden for months, Michael saw himself forced to pause, breathe, and meditate about his mindset, life perspective, and actions. The accident put him on a new path to create better tomorrows for his work and life, which helped him find his passion for business leadership development and Peloton Executive Coaching™. Throughout our conversation, we go through every lesson Michael's almost fatal accident taught him. You'll hear his thoughts on gratitude, mindfulness, meditation, and how understanding that “everything is neutral until you label it" dramatically changed his perspective on life. Michael also explains the benefits of pausing, breathing, and reflecting before taking action, shares some meditation tips and advice, and more. Tune in to Episode 391 and discover how to access the tools you need to build better tomorrows for your life.   Some Questions I Ask: How did you end up doing what you're doing today? (4:30) What is mindfulness, and what is it not? Why is it important to us, Michael? (20:40)  In This Episode, You Will Learn: About Michael's near-death experience (4:10) Stop chasing happiness and focus on finding it in the present moment (10:40) Everything is neutral until you label it (15:00) Practical use of mindfulness in the corporate world (22:40) Take small bites at the apple at a time (24:50) Michael shares practical tips for meditation (26:40)  Resources: Book: Michael O'Brien - My Last Bad Day Shift: How to Prevent Bad Moments from Turning into Bad Days Get the Pause, Breathe, Reflect Meditation App!  Connect with Michael: Website Pause, Breathe, Reflect Movement LinkedIn InstagramBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paychecks reinforce one behavior from your team members: showing up to work daily. But does it ensure their voluntary effort in giving their best safety, productivity, and quality-wise? Absolutely not; the only way to guarantee team members' commitment to excellence at work is through positive reinforcement, coaching, and servant leadership.  This week, I'm joined by the brilliant Bill Sims Jr., world-renowned Keynote Speaker, President of the Bill Sims Company, Author of "Green Beans and Ice Cream. The Remarkable Power of Positive Thinking," and Positive Reinforcement advocate. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Bill worked with companies like Dupont, Coca-Cola, Siemens, and Disney to create and reinforce a safety, excellence, and accountability culture. Throughout our conversation, Bill explains why leaders must learn to provide and measure positive reinforcement and what are the best ways to provide it. He talks about how writing a book about what he thought was wrong in the employee reinforcement recognition field transformed him into a motivational speaker. Additionally, Bill shares practical ways leaders can use to demonstrate a genuine interest in their team members, talks about the three rocks that support his world, explains why his goal in safety is going beyond zero injuries, and more. Tune in and make sure you deliver the ice cream to your team after they eat all the green beans. Some Questions I Ask: What led you to do the work you do today? (2:40)What are the best ways to provide positive reinforcement? (9:00) In This Episode, You Will Learn: The three rocks that support Bill’s world (4:20)About the systems and tools every leader must have in place to provide positive reinforcement (9:30)Questions every leader should ask to establish and demonstrate a genuine interest in their team (13:00)When you should never give negative reinforcement or coaching feedback (17:50)Why every company's goal should be to reach a beyond-zero injury rate (25:00) Connect with Bill: WebsiteLinkedInBook: Green Beans & Ice Cream Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Making a Google search is so common the act already became a verb: googling something. There's nothing wrong with it, yet we should pay more attention to some things. For instance, relying mindlessly on one source of information is agreeing to that source's motivations, values, and interests. In today's episode, thanks to our guest, Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, we learn about AREA, an evidence-based decision-making system she created to counter cognitive bias to expand knowledge while improving judgment. Cheryl developed the AREA method after over two decades as an award-winning investigative journalist writing for The New York Times, Foreign Policy Magazine, Barron's, and Harvard Business Review. Cheryl is a Founder and Author of multiple books on leadership and self-development, a TEDx Speaker, and the Creator of the AREA Method. In January 2008, she founded Decisive, a leadership training and professional development company. Throughout our conversation, Cheryl explains why she believes decision-making is a skill that can be learned and developed, debunks the idea that decision-making is an individual activity, and describes the five problem-solver profiles. We also discuss Cheryl's AREA Method, why she describes the AREA Method as the opposite of googling, how to "clean" bias' dirty windshield, and more. Tune in to Episode 389 and prepare yourself to develop your decision-making skills and make big decisions better. Some Questions I Ask: Please, tell us about AREA; how did it come about? What is it? And how do you apply it? (6:20) Why do we need to investigate our decision-making? Why is that important? (12:10)  In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Cheryl's background (3:20) There is a massive difference between the map and the terrain (9:10) The 5 Problem Solver Profiles (14:00) An example of how Problem Solver Profile approaches an issue (17:10) It is possible to leverage your skills and mitigate your blind spots (23:20)  Connect with Cheryl: Website LinkedIn Cheryl's Cheeta Sheets Get a copy of Cheryl's books  Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although we can't control what kind of phone call we'll receive first thing in the morning, nor the content or the tone of the first email in our inbox, we can choose how to react to it. Triggering messages and negative feedback will cause an emotional reaction; that doesn't mean they'll drive our behavior. Choosing greatness is about choosing our focus intentionally and carefully; we decide what's relevant and what we should worry about.This week, we'll learn from Christina Curtis' brilliance. The Thought Leader, Founder, and Author of "Choosing Greatness" joins us to discuss leadership, emotional reactions, personal and professional relationships, and greatness. Christina is the President, Founder, and Master Coach of Curtis Leadership Consulting, where they combine neuroscience and psychology to enhance leaders' trajectories, productivity, and performance.Throughout our conversation, we learn about Christina's background, passion for human behavior, and emotional reactions. We talk about habits that hold us back and actions that move us forward, the importance of choosing what to focus on, and purpose-driven work.Additionally, we talk about how to keep leaders motivated, accept failure as part of the process, choose the energy we bring to places carefully, and much more.  Tune in to Episode 388 and create the habit of choosing greatness in your personal and professional life.Some Questions I Ask: Please, tell us about your background and any turning points in your life that have had a significant impact on your career (3:00) What habits hold you back, and what choices move you forward? (6:00)In This Episode, You Will Learn: About Christina's passion for human behavior (4:10) Be ruthless when choosing your focus (7:20) Think of your life in chapters (11:00) Failure is part of the process (14:20) Energy is the most contagious element on the planet (18:00)Connect with Christina: Website Instagram LinkedIn TwitterBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What should a leader do when the program they oversee receives nothing but criticism and doubt from outside? How important are leadership, team building, and team management skills to absorb the pressure and turn a program from possible failure to a resounding success?In today's episode, the inspiring Betsy Clark and Tom Burbage join us for a great conversation about leadership, management, and the keys to building high-performing teams, inspired by the story depicted in their book "F-35: The Inside Story of the Lightning II," where they gift us with an inside look to the creation of the most advanced aircraft in the world.Throughout our conversation, we learn about Betsy and Tom's background and unique perspectives: Tom's as the leader of the entire project, and Betsy's as a member of a review team from the US Department of Defense. Together, we explore the importance of leadership and management, why they decided to write the book, and several crucial leadership concepts.Additionally, we explore the challenges the F-35 program faced from start to finish, how Tom turned around a program that was inches from failing, Betsy and Tom offer valuable leadership and management tips and advice, and much more.Tune in to Episode 387 and learn more about the creation of this fascinating aircraft and the valuable leadership and management lessons that can be extracted from the F-35 program.Some Questions I Ask: Tom, tell us a bit about the F-35, and Betsy, what moved you to write this book? (7:50) Betsy, could you share some insights the readers of "F-35: The Inside Story of the Lightning II" will find in the book? (14:10)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Betsy and Tom's background (4:30) Why the F-35 became much more than an aircraft (9:10) How Tom transformed a project on the brink of failure into a success (17:30) Betsy and Tom share valuable leadership and management concepts (23:20) Be a contributor, be a doer (27:40)Resources: Book: Betsy Clark, Tom Burbage - F-35: The Inside Story of the Lightning IIConnect with Betsy: LinkedInConnect with Tom: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Storytelling has existed since humankind's dawn; it has always been a handy tool to share experiences, prevent others from dangers, teach, and create a sense of belonging. We are so connected to stories that hearing one generates chemical reactions in our brains.If you want to learn how storytelling can transform and take your leadership to the next level, you can't miss today's episode.This week, I'm joined by Mark Carpenter, Serial Storyteller, Founder, Trainer, Consultant, and Speaker. He co-authored "Master Storytelling", a book about how to turn everyday experiences into stories that teach, lead, and inspire.Throughout our conversation, Mark explains why storytelling is so compelling for most people and teaches us the basics of creating captivating stories. We also talk about transforming day-to-day experiences into authentic, persuasive, and engaging stories and why most leaders fail to see storytelling's massive potential.Additionally, Mark explains how to get better at storytelling, build trust through telling stories, what's behind a story that generates an emotional reaction, and much more.Tune in to Episode 386 and discover the true power of storytelling.Some Questions I Ask: Please tell us about your background, including any turning points in your life that impacted what you're doing today? (2:50) What's in the book? How can it help me or any person to do better utilizing storytelling? (9:30)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Reasons why storytelling is so compelling to most people (5:30) Why storytelling is so underutilized by leaders (8:00) Three biggest mistakes people make at storytelling (10:50) How can you find impactful stories (14:00) How to get better at storytelling (20:50)Resources: Book: Mark Carpenter, Darrel Harmon - Master Storytelling: How to Turn Your Experiences into Stories that Teach, Lead, and InspireConnect with Mark: Website LinkedIn Get Mark's ebook FREEBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although change can be scary sometimes, especially when it pushes us out of our comfort zone, it is also an agent for growth, evolution, and legacy creation. As leaders, we should always take advantage of an opportunity to change.This week, we’re joined by the inspiring Julie Noonan; she is an Executive and Leadership Coach, Change Strategist, Speaker, Founder, and CEO. After decades of success in Corporate America, Julie became her own boss. She founded Julie Noonan Consulting to coach leaders to legacies of success. Using her proven coaching method, The RIDE Method, Julie helps mid and late-career leaders remain relevant in this ever-changing business climate.Throughout our conversation, we talk about Julie's love for change management and organizational development, new technologies and old leaders, legacy, and how ready boomers are to leave the workforce. Julie also shares her thoughts on how different retirement looks nowadays, how to remain technology relevant, and much more.Tune in to Episode 385 of Becoming Your Best, and learn how change can be your best ally for legacy creation.Some Questions I Ask: Tell us about your background, including any turning points in your life that impacted what you're doing today. (2:40) How are boomers preparing to leave the workforce, and what specific challenges are they facing? (10:00)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Julie's reaction to a massive wake-up call (5:10) Retirement isn't what it used to be (11:50) How to stay technology relevant (13:00) The importance of in-person interaction in the workspace (16:10) What a leader can do to leave a lasting legacy (24:30)Connect with Julie: Website LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is excellence in leadership?Contrary to what many people think, excellence has nothing to do with the results we get but how we do things. Excellence is not about the outcome; it is about the process.Today, I'm joined by the inspiring Mac McNeil, a top-performing executive and an accomplished leader with a diverse military intelligence, business, and financial management background.Mac is the Author of the leadership book and newsletter "My Great Aunt EDNA" and was named among the 10 Most Influential Black Corporate Leaders to Watch in 2023 by CIO Views Magazine. Over the years, Mac has held key positions at the most prestigious financial institutions in the world, like JP Morgan Chase and Bank of America.In this episode together, we hear about Mac's backstory and how growing up in Germany in the '80s, plus his experiences in the US Army, contributed to molding what excellence means to him. We talk about leadership, leading by example, and the experiences that inspired Mac to create EDNA's leadership principles.Additionally, Mac shares a fantastic story about leadership inspired by the great Miles Davis, talks about "the broken mirror," and so much more.Tune in to Episode 384 of Becoming Your Best, and learn more about Mac's leadership principles.Some Questions I Ask: Please, tell us about your Great Aunt EDNA; tell us about your book (5:10) What does the spirit of excellence mean for you? (6:40)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Mac's background (3:50) Mac shares a lesson learned from a teller working at the Bank of America (8:50) The leadership style of Miles Davis (12:00) Mac explains the leadership principles of EDNA (17:10) How to know you are doing things right as a leader (22:20)Resources: Book: Mac McNeil - My Great Aunt EDNA: The Golden Girl of LeadershipConnect with Mac: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you know what your leadership style is?Leaders who prefer a directive approach might end up succeeding or becoming dictators, and servant leaders can also thrive and empower their teams or turn into doormats. In leadership, there isn't a magic recipe; there are different styles, and their success depends on which one fits better with the leader's personality.In today's episode, I'm joined by JB Steenkamp, Speaker, Author, Founder, and World-Renowned Educator, to talk about leadership. JB is the Co-founder and Executive Director of AiMark, and has written multiple books, including "Retail Disruptors," "Global Brand Strategy," "Brand Breakout," which was selected as Best Business Book in 2013, "Private Label Strategy," and his latest "Time To Lead: Lessons for Today's Leaders from Bold Decisions that Changed History."Throughout our conversation, JB shares his thoughts on leadership styles, the importance of recognizing which one is ours, and how to evolve from one to another and become better leaders. We also discuss JB's self-assessment tool and the historical figures like Nelson Mandela that inspired JB's research and motivated him to write "Time To Lead."Additionally, JB highlights the importance of grit and resilience to become better leaders, how to improve our leadership abilities, and more.Tune in to Episode 383 and take a moment to discover your leadership style and how to improve it.Some Questions I Ask: Is there one type of leadership style that's best? (3:30) What do you suggest when someone discovers their leadership style? (10:40)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about JB's background (2:00) The four styles of leadership (6:40) The importance of self-assessment and finding out what kind of leader we are (15:40) Why grit and resilience are instrumental to becoming a good leader (18:00) JB's recommendation for leaders (22:00)Resources: Book: Jan-Benedict Steenkamp - Time to Lead: Lessons for Today's Leaders from Bold Decisions that Changed HistoryConnect with JB: LinkedInTwitterBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, ALS, Parkinson's, and most other horrible neurodegenerative diseases share a root cause: neurons dying. Chad Pollard, our guest for today's show, discovered a way to identify the early death of those neurons and trace them back to the specific part of the brain they belong. With only a blood sample, it is possible to identify neurodegenerative diseases in their early stages, even before symptoms start showing up.  In this episode, Chad Pollard, Co-Founder and CEO at Wasatch Biolabs, shares details of the discovery that will revolutionize how we diagnose diseases. Chad Majored in Genetics, Genomics, and Biotech and is a Ph.D. candidate in Cell Biology and Physiology at BYU (Brigham Young University). On his path to becoming a Neurologist, Chad needed to get involved in research, so he signed up at his mentor's lab. Little did he know that decision would change his life and redirect his career.Throughout our conversation, Chad talks about his discovery and how it revolutionizes the scenario of neurodegenerative diseases' diagnosis and early treatment. We also talk about therapeutics, how Chad's discovery can dramatically expand people with neurodegenerative diseases' lifetime, how it can even change the concussion protocol in sports, and much more.Tune in to Episode 382 and learn more about Chad's revolutionary discovery that'll change how we diagnose diseases.Some Questions I Ask: Please, walk us through the progression of what you discovered, what you're doing, and why this matters. (5:10) A person that takes your blood test will know for certain what's happening in your body on a cellular level. Is that correct? (13:20)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Chad's background (3:10) How Chad's discovery will revolutionize neurogenerative diseases diagnosis and early treatment (7:00) What you can do with valuable information about your cellular health (16:10) Chad's discovery and the concussion protocol in sports (19:20)It is all about awareness (21:00)Resources: Wasatch Biolabs websiteConnect with Chad: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our ego is made of our mindset, beliefs, and unconscious habits. That means 99% of our decisions are driven by our ego, which is not necessarily bad if we think our ego is both our weaknesses and strengths. In a way, we owe our success to our ego; it pushed us through challenging times and helped us reach the top.Yet CEOs, team leaders, and managers need other people to meet them at the top, and that’s where the ego gets in the way.In this episode, Christie Garcia, President of Mindful Choice Coaching, teaches us how to become better leaders by understanding the ego's influence in our decision-making process. In over 12 years in business, Mindful Choice Coaching helped many individuals reach their leadership potential, from companies like Airbnb, Twitter, Oakley Inc, and DemandForce, to name a few.Throughout our conversation, Christie talks about the 30ft fall that changed her life and the question she had to answer three times to realize "she wasn't okay". We learn about the three types of ego and how they operate, how to prevent our ego from running our company, how to develop a healthy, balanced, and optimal ego, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 381 of Becoming Your Best and learn how mindful choices can produce real change in your leadership abilities.Some Questions I Ask: Please tell us about your background and how you got into what you're doing today (2:50) How do we develop a healthy, balanced, optimal ego? (14:10)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Christie talks about the 30ft fall that changed her life (6:00) Are you really "doing okay"? (8:20) The three types of ego (12:20) How ego sabotages our happiness (17:10) The communication component of ego management (21:10)Connect with Christie: Website LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most of us misunderstood the "and they lived happily ever after" phrase; it doesn't mean they never argued or had different thoughts on the same matter. It means they grew together, supported each other, and made the other person's happiness their own.Today, I'm joined by the inspiring Dr. Frieda Birnbaum, a National Media Psychologist and Personality, fellow podcaster Host of The Dr. Frieda Show, sought-after International Speaker, and Author of "Life Begins at 60: A New View on Motherhood, Marriage, and Reinventing Ourselves."We had a fantastic conversation about what makes couples stay together, the foundations of a happy marriage (not perfect), and how emotional prenups can prevent marriages from ending. Dr. Frieda also shared details of her background, what inspired her to focus on couples' happiness, what makes an effective emotional prenup, and the importance of creating personal space in a relationship.Tune in to Episode 380 and discover the foundations of a happily ever after marriage.Some Questions I Ask: Please tell us about your background and the things that have happened that helped you get to where you are today? (3:20) What is an emotional prenup? (6:40)In This Episode, You Will Learn: An encounter in a supermarket that changed Dr. Frieda's life (4:20) The criteria we look at before marrying someone (7:50) How to create a meaningful emotional prenup (11:40) The importance of learning to listen (14:10) Why we should praise personal space within a relationship (19:00) The difference between mutual understanding of happiness and forcing the other to see and think like us (23:40)Resources: The Doctor Frieda Show podcast Book: Dr. Frieda Birnbaum - Life Begins at 60: A New View on Motherhood, Marriage, and Reinventing OurselvesConnect with Dr. Frieda: Website LinkedIn Twitter FacebookBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best Library Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our brain's priority is keeping us alive whenever our health is threatened. Even if it costs us gut issues, anxiety, or any disorder, it doesn't matter; it considers the job done as long as it keeps us alive. Yet, after the threat is over, the brain doesn't go back to default; it gets stuck in survival mode. Because it worked.Today's episode is a true game-changer because Dr. John Hatch joins us to talk about brain rehab, a subject that is not mentioned enough and has the potential to literally change lives. Dr. Hatch is a Neuroplastician, Functional Neurologist, Speaker, and Author of "The Basis of Brain Rehab" and "Brain Rehab and The Patient Experience."He is also the Founder of the Brain Rehab Clinic, where he uses receptor-based therapies to stimulate the brain and restore a healthy balance by creating new pathways to learn new skills.  We had a fantastic conversation about brain rehab's massive potential, Dr. Hatch's process at the Brain Rehab Clinic, and practical tools to evaluate our brain's overall health and enhance its good shape. We also learn about Dr. Hatch's background, why he started working with brain rehab, how it can help deal with autoimmune diseases, and much more.Tune in to Episode 379 and learn more about the incredible potential of brain rehab.Some Questions I Ask: Can you walk us through the nutshell version of your work and why this significantly impacts the brain? (11:50) What is physically happening in the brain of someone practicing brain rehab? (25:30)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Dr. Hatch's passion for rehabbing brains (3:10) Dr. Hatch’s experiences treating his first patient (6:00) Why brain rehab is crucial to keep our brains healthy (8:40) The 3 fundamental gold standard brain exercises (21:40) The importance of challenging yourself to keep your brain healthy (23:10) Brain rehab and autoimmune diseases (31:50)Connect with Dr. Hatch: Website LinkedIn Instagram YouTubeDr. John Hatch's booksBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes an employee want to stay in an organization for a long time? There are roughly 10 million open positions in the US, yet if we give every unemployed American one of those jobs today, we'd still have 5 million unfilled jobs tomorrow.There is no staffing shortage; there is a great jobs shortage. - Joe Mull.In this episode, Joe Mull visits us to share his captivating views on leadership, employment, motivation in the workspace, retention, and his latest book, "Employalty: How To Ignite Commitment And Keep Top Talent In The New Age Of Work." Joe is a renowned Keynote Speaker, the BossBetter Leadership Academy's Founder, the Boss Better Now podcast Host, and the author of three books.Throughout our conversation, we learn about Joe's background and the origin of his passion for being in front of people, what is "employalty", the term he coined, and the 3 ways to create employalty and commitment in the workspace. Joe also talks about stopping treating people as a commodity, how to tie up employees' growth with the company's growth, the excellent job shortage, and more.Tune in to Episode 378 and learn tips for becoming a better boss and creating an ideal work atmosphere.Some Questions I Ask:Tell us about your latest book. Why did you write it? Describe the title. And how can it help us? (5:50)How do we make the shift to stop being transactional with our employees? (10:30)In This Episode, You Will Learn:A bit about Joe's background and his passion for leadership (4:10)What "employalty" is and where does it come from (6:00)What makes people feel they have a great job (12:10)How to tie up employees' growth with the company's growth (17:00)The thing that took baby boomers decades to learn and new generations already know (21:10)Resources:Book: Joe Mull - Employalty: How to Ignite Commitment and Keep Top Talent in the New Age of WorkJoe Mull booksBoss Better Now podcastConnect with Joe:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramYouTubeBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When a company is in trouble, i.e., not generating cash, it can't invest in products, sales, and marketing, it can't hire or reward talented employees, and it bleeds cash. The domino effect continues as customers stop trusting the brand, and investors refuse to lend them money. Our guest, Sandeep Chennakeshu, has a formula to "fix" broken companies in three steps: figure out how to become profitable again, set a distraction-free strategy, and ensure the entire team is engaged.In this episode, the Author, Business Transformation Veteran, and Technologist, Sandeep Chennakeshu, joins us to talk about culture, crisis management, leadership, and senior management. In his over two decades of experience in the corporate world, he was a C-level executive of Ericsson Mobile and Sony Ericsson, Ericsson Mobile Platforms, AMD, Freescale, and Blackberry Technology Solutions. He is currently the COO at Uhnder Inc., a pioneer in digital-imaging radar, and is on the advisory board of several startups.Sandeep recently published "Your Company Is Your Castle", an inspiring piece of art for leaders, with proven methods for building resilient businesses. Throughout our conversation, Sandeep shared brilliant insights on leadership and management and how to put broken companies back on track and prevent them from missing their path to success. We also talk about why many companies fail after 10 years and what's the key to bringing transformation into a business.In addition, Sandeep explains how to keep a company and their employees focused and engaged, shares advice for new and experienced CEOs, and more.Tune in and learn how to fortify your company.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Significant turning points that have impacted Sandeep’s life (3:50)What companies and castles have in common (6:50)Why many companies fail after 10 years (8:40)Three steps to building a successful company (11:20)How to keep your company focused (14:40)The best way to keep your teams engaged (17:10)Advice for new and experienced CEOs (22:50)Resources:Book: Sandeep Chennakeshu - Your Company Is Your Castle: Proven Methods for Building a Resilient BusinessConnect with Sandeep:WebsiteLinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Practicing self-care actively and being compassionate, resilient, or kind to yourself doesn't mean you are soft or weak. Besides, part of treating yourself well is being firm and holding yourself accountable.We all have a massive potential for positive change; we just need to find (or build) the right conditions for it.This week, I'm joined by Dr. Grant Brenner, a board-certified physician-psychiatrist, an entrepreneur, teacher, speaker, and co-author of several books: "Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide from Intimacy," "Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships," and the most recent, "Making Your Crazy Work For You: From Trauma and Isolation to Self-Acceptance and Love."Throughout our conversation, Dr. Grant talks about his upbringing and how growing up in a very intellectual environment enticed him to enjoy learning and constantly pursue self-development. He kindly shared tools he uses to motivate self-help readers and self-development seekers, like the GRAFTS assessment or the 40-20-40 model.Additionally, he explains how to nurture and cultivate healthy, resilient responses, how leaders can spot their professional blind spots, how to give and ask for feedback safely, and much more.Tune in and learn more about how to make your crazy work for you.Some Questions I Ask:Please, tell us about your background and the turning points in your life that led to where you are today (4:01)How do you use the GRAFTS assessment? (10:35)In This Episode, You Will Learn:What the GRAFTS assessment is (7:10)About Dr. Grant's books. A hybrid of self-help books and self-help workbooks (11:11)How we can use our trauma for good (16:12)Give yourself room to reflect. Become your best buddy (21:09)How to detect (and learn from) our professional blind spots as leaders (23:54)What does practicing deep self-care look like (31:19)Resources:Book: Mark Borg, Grant Brenner -Making Your Crazy Work for You: From Trauma and Isolation to Self-Acceptance and LoveConnect with Dr. Grant:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although there are plenty of resources for leaders to improve their leadership skills, with brilliant books and articles with on-point observations about the struggles of leading high-achieving teams, sometimes we need more specific answers. That's the idea our guest, Dr. Elizabeth Moran, had in mind when she wrote: "Forward: Leading Your Team Through Change."Dr. Elizabeth Moran is a Consultant and Executive Coach with decades of experience as VP and Talent Specialist in global companies like Lehman Brothers, Bloomberg, and ADP. She is an ICF Professional Certified Coach and holds a master's and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology.In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Moran visits us to share some golden nuggets from her latest book, talk about her career before making the leap of faith and working full-time as a coach and mentor, and discuss the levels of empathy every leader should have.Throughout our conversation, Dr. Elizabeth explains the five simplified neuroscience concepts that every change leader should know, the four most common reasons why every leader hesitates to communicate change, and shares her advice on handling tough decisions and avoiding the fear of losing control.Tune in to Episode 375 and learn practical ways of communicating better, developing consistent leadership, and becoming better leaders through change.Some Questions I Ask: Could you tell us about yourself, your background, and any turning points in your life that significantly impacted you? (3:03) Can you walk us through the five simplified neuroscience concepts every leader should know? (9:10)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Getting a doctorate as a detour (4:03) Writing a book as a playbook for leaders (7:47) How to avoid uncertainty when communicating (9:35)What are the analytic and the empathetic networks (15:01)Dr. Elizabeth’s experiences leading through change (21:28)Four of the most common reasons why leaders hesitate to communicate with their teams (22:11)Resources: Book: Dr. Elizabeth Moran - Forward: Leading Your Team Through ChangeConnect with Dr. Elizabeth: Website LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Happiness lives in the present moment."Think about a time when you felt fulfilled, joyful, and happy. There was no time to be worried about paying your mortgage or something you regret you didn't say in your last argument, and that is because you were there, living the moment; you were present.In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Greg Hammer, a pediatric intensive care physician and anesthesiologist, professor at Stanford University Medical Center, and best-selling author of "GAIN without pain."Throughout our conversation, Dr. Greg shares the story of how he fell in love with critical care medicine and why he went through the pediatric medicine path. We also discuss happiness, how to be consistent in pursuing it, the teamwork between thoughts and feelings needed to achieve it, and the elements that impede happiness.Additionally, Dr. Greg explains how to use the GAIN method to rewire our brains, the attitude we must adopt facing adversity, how the environment can affect our happiness levels, and more.Tune in to Episode 374 and discover how to get into the path to happiness that lies right in front of all of us.Some Questions I Ask: Please, tell us about your background and the turning points that significantly impacted your life (3:21) How can we use GAIN to rewire our brains? (20:13)In This Episode, You Will Learn: The moment Dr. Greg had to choose between the very micro and the very macro aspects of life (4:57) We all want happiness. How can neuroplasticity help us get there? (8:01) Happiness lives in the present moment (10:59) How to use the GAIN method to achieve happiness (14:39) What's the environment's influence over our happiness (23:05) Dr. Greg shares advice to enjoy good nights of sleep (26:29)Resources: Book - Dr. Greg Hammer - GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care ProfessionalsConnect with Dr. Greg: LinkedIn FacebookBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comparing ourselves with others is one of the greatest disservices we can do to our personal and professional development. We should concentrate our efforts on something other than fitting into what society dictates as being successful.This week, I'm joined by Drexwell Seymour, a Certified Public Accountant, Managing Partner at HLB TCI, Business Owner, Columnist, YouTuber, Host of Financially Speaking, a weekly radio show, and intrinsic motivator, devoted writer, and author of the international best-seller, "Rise Up and Take Your Position".Throughout our conversation, Drexwell shares his experiences of struggling with an inferiority complex almost his entire life, how it was for him to grow up on the small island of Turks and Caicos in a low-income family, and the moment he embraced his purpose in life.We also explore why people struggle with inferiority complexes, people's most significant obstacles, and how to defeat the fear of failure. Drexwell also talks about his book, why he decided to write it, and much more.Tune in to Episode 373 and learn more about Drexwell and his fantastic story of resilience, self-development, and success.Some Questions I Ask: From your point of view, from your experience, why do people suffer from an inferiority complex? (5:36) How can people discover their purpose? (10:13)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Drexwell's backstory (3:07) About Drexwell's desire and decision to go to college (12:31) Why people are so afraid of failure (14:36) Drexwell's decision to document and share his story (17:28) Stick to your goals, do what you believe in (19:45)Resources: Book: Drexwell Seymour - Rise Up and Take Your Position: Don't give up. Find your Gift and Cultivate it Drexwell's websiteConnect with Drexwell: LinkedIn YouTube Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our brain is a specialist in entertaining us with stories. Although most of them are meant to protect us, those holding us back are likely untrue.Whenever you hear your inner voice telling you you are not good enough or less than someone else, it is just a story and is definitely a lie. After listening to today's episode, you'll undoubtedly walk away with a delightful surprise: you'll recognize there's nothing wrong with you.In today's episode, Todd Sylvester visits us to share his inspiring story of resilience, redemption, and hope. Todd is a powerful Mental Fitness Coach, speaker, author, and podcaster who loves helping those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, anxiety, depression, or self-hatred. He didn't grow up in a favorable environment, yet he managed to excel at his favorite thing in the world: basketball. Years later, after losing the scholarship he and his family fought so hard to get, he fell into a dark place of alcoholism and violence.Throughout our conversation, Todd talks about how a lemonade stand helped him change his life, stop substance abuse, and change his inner voice's speech. He also talks about how knowing precisely who we are can be a game-changer in practicing self-love, being consistent in our self-development, and becoming inspiring leaders.Tune in to Episode 372 of Becoming Your Best, and let yourself be inspired by Todd's extraordinary transformative powers.Some Questions I Ask: Please, take us through where it all evolved up until today (3:30)What do you tell people? How do you help them? (20:35)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Todd's background and his inspiring story (3:42) The most powerful weapon on Earth is a soul on fire (13:38) Self-hatred can be more destructive than any addiction (20:14) Why is it so hard to answer who we are? (26:27) There is nothing wrong with you; that is the truth (30:39)Resources: Todd's Beliefcast Todd Inspires website Todd's booksConnect with Todd: Instagram FacebookBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We live in such a skeptical world that suggesting leaders and businesses would benefit from being naive would be considered, at least, a crazy statement to make. However, our guest, Joshua Berry, thinks otherwise.In today's episode, Joshua Berry highlights the benefits of being purposefully and openly naive and how it can change how we see business, leadership, and personal and professional relationships. Joshua is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Econic, an innovation, transformation, and strategy consulting company, and the Author of "Dare to Be Naive: Unleash Ripples of Impact in Life and Business."We had a fantastic conversation about how leaders can instill and encourage innovation within an organization and the results they can expect from it. We also explore Joshua's soon-to-be-published book, what inspired him to write it, how being naive can enhance our health, increase ROI, develop and nurture a company's culture, and much more.Tune in to Episode 371 of Becoming Your Best and learn how daring to be naive can transform your life.Some Questions I Ask: How in the world do you set up an innovation lab? What's that like? (4:44) Please, tell us about "Dare to be naive". Why did you write it? (7:08)In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to instill innovation within an organization (5:11) Naivete is a spectrum; it is not binary (9:16) The forgotten origin of the word "naive" (11:52) How being naive can create great ROI (14:17) Joshua shares his thoughts on being naive and its influence on emotional intelligence (18:09)Resources: Joshua's website Book: Joshua Berry - Dare to be naive: Unleash Ripples of Impact in Life and BusinessConnect with Joshua: LinkedIn Twitter YouTubeBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if that harrowing nightmare that makes you jump out of bed was actually a blessing in disguise?This week, I'm joined by Kelly Sullivan Walden, the "Doctor Dream". Kelly is an Inspirational Speaker, Award-winning Dream Expert, Celebrity Dreams Analyst, International Best-Selling Author, and Host of the Kelly Sullivan Walden Show podcast. For Kelly, nightmares are just unfinished dreams, and she developed a system to get back at them, even without falling asleep, finish them, and walk away empowered.Throughout our conversation, we go through Kelly's background and how she became the "Doctor Dream". We discuss how magical generating empathy through vulnerability can be, what inspired Kelly to write about dreams and nightmares, and we learn an innovative way of looking at tragedies.In addition, Kelly dissects the OGLE method that transforms challenges into blessings, explains how to get into the habit of using OGLE, and so much more.Some Questions I Ask: Could you talk about your background and include any turning points that significantly impacted your life? (3:15)Let's talk about deciphering nightmares. What's your experience there? What have you learned there? How can they be a help? (12:41)In This Episode, You Will Learn: About the book that started everything (4:45) How to jump from victim to victor (8:04) How to get comfortable enough to share our inner world (11:31) Are nightmares a blessing in disguise? (14:08) What OGLE is, and how we can use it to deal with setbacks (18:09) You don't need to be asleep to work with your nightmares (23:18)Resources: Kelly's website The Kelly Sullivan Walden Show podcast Book: Kelly Sullivan Walden - A Crisis Is a Terrible Thing to Waste: The Art of Transforming the Tragic into Magic Kelly's booksConnect with Kelly: Instagram TikTok Twitter YouTube FacebookBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best Library Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fear is as natural as unavoidable; we can't run from it, yet we can prepare ourselves to deal with it in the best way possible.This week, our guest, Colonel Kim "KC" Campbell, takes us right into the face of fear flying 1,000 miles per hour at 45,000 feet of altitude. In her soon-to-be-published book, "Flying in the Face of Fear," Kim narrates how facing the scariest situations as a fighter pilot transformed her views on leadership and teamwork. The inspiring colonel served in the Air Force as a fighter pilot and senior military leader for over 24 years. She is also a Keynote Speaker, a Best-Selling Author, and a Leader.We had a delightful conversation about Kim's experiences and learnings as an Air Force fighter pilot, vulnerability, and courage. We also talk about the moments of terror Kim lived under Bagdad's sky and how her training saved her.In addition, Kim shares her thoughts on fear, courage, how to be prepared for life's defining moments, and more.Some Questions I Ask:Please tell us about your background, including any turning points that have significantly impacted you (3:29)Could you tell us about some of your most memorable experiences in the Air Force? (9:15)In This Episode, You Will Learn:The Challenger's launch and how it impacted Kim's life (4:19)The longest 20 seconds in human history (10:01)About the importance of chair flying in every defining situation (17:41)We tend to be too harsh on ourselves (22:13)Why we should always act and lead with courage (29:01)Resources:Book: Col. Kim KC Campbell - Flying in the Face of Fear: A Fighter Pilot's Lessons on Leading with CourageConnect with Kim:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramTwitterBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if you could tap into your subconscious mind and get answers from it? What if you could know why you attract people that are harmful to your life or discover the root cause of a condition doctors can't cure or explain why it keeps showing up?In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Brad Nelson, former holistic Chiropractic Physician and Medical Intuitive and an internationally renowned expert in the emerging Bioenergetic Medicine and Energy Psychology. He is the best-selling author of "The Emotions Code" and "The Body Code" and the creator of The Body Code app.We had a fantastic conversation about Brad's background and the extraordinary story of his first encounter with holistic doctors at a trailer house in a wheat field. We learned why he decided to write "The Emotion Code" and the message he got one morning, which led him to write "The Body Code." We also dipped our toes into the unlimited potential of Bioenergetic Medicine, how to balance the body's 6 key areas, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 368 and learn more about Bioenergetic Medicine's massive potential and healing power.Some Questions I Ask: Please give our listeners a little bit more background on you as a person (3:17) "The Body Code" is incredible, and it builds on "The Emotion Code" in a new way that wasn't even available 10 years ago. Could you elaborate on that? (29:56)In This Episode, You Will Learn: About Brad's first experience with holistic doctors at a wheat field (6:05) If the brain is a computer, why not ask questions to it (9:23) What The Body Code is (16:10) Why most people refuse to get their energy aligned (21:15) Is it possible to check and align our energy by ourselves? (31:45)Resources: Discover Healing website Book: Dr. Brad Nelson - The Emotion Code: How to Release Your Trapped Emotions for Abundant Health, Love, and Happiness Book: Dr. Brad Nelson - The Body Code: Unlocking Your Body's Ability to Heal ItselfConnect with Dr. Brad Nelson: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When was the last time you checked in with your happiness?In today's episode, our guest, Dr. Dravon James, invites us to acknowledge and recognize why self-awareness is critical for good leadership. Dr. Dravon is a motivational speaker, transformation specialist, radio host of the Dr. Dravon James Every Day Peace live show, author of "Freedom Is Your Birthright," and the Founder of Next Step Leadership Academy.Her humble origins in South Side Chicago didn't stop her from earning a doctorate in Pharmacy from Creighton University and becoming a leader in the healthcare industry for more than three decades.Throughout our conversation, Dr. Dravon talks about the book that inspired her to become someone who inspires and empowers people to be who they are supposed to be. She explains why leaders must improve their self-awareness to thrive and make their teams thrive and the difference between humility and meekness. In addition, Dr. Dravon shares five tips to improve self-awareness and much more.Tune in to Episode 367 of Becoming Your Best, and learn how self-awareness can improve your life and the life of those around you.Some Questions I Ask: Please tell us about your background, including any turning points that highly impacted your life (4:59) Let's talk about self-awareness. What are the benefits of it? (14:32)In This Episode, You Will Learn: About the book that changed Dr. Dravon's life (5:16) What should we be self-aware of (9:36) The difference between humility and meekness (17:36) Five tips to improve your self-awareness (19:51)Resources: Dr. Dravon James' website Book: Dr. Dravon James, Mr. Jack Barnard - Freedom Is Your Birthright (Stepping Stone Series) Book: Dr. Norman Vincent Peale - The Power of Positive ThinkingConnect with Dr. Dravon: LinkedIn Instagram FacebookBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if we could change the way we see fear? What if we could transform it from the burden that slows us down into the fuel of our actions?This week, I'm excited to welcome Scott Simon, Author, Speaker, and Founder of the Scare Your Soul movement. He is passionate about connecting people with their courage, helping them thrive, and guiding them into a courageous and vibrant life.You'll hear about Scott's fantastic story of resilience, the day he decided to face a 35-year-old fear he had been carrying, and the Facebook post that went viral and changed his life. Scott shares several golden nuggets on how to face our fears, how to turn them into our fuel, and why he believes courage is a muscle that can be trained, just as our gratitude muscle.In addition, we talk about his book, "Scare Your Soul: 7 Powerful Principles to Harness Fear and Lead Your Most Courageous Life," what moved him to write it, how to regain power from forgiveness, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 366 of Becoming Your Best, and learn how to transform your fears and use them in your favor.Some Questions I Ask: What is the one thing that really holds most people back in life? (7:21) How do our brains produce fear? And how can we use that to our advantage? (8:53) If you say, “I am excited to do this. Your body releases endorphins and chemicals, and your physical state matches the mental state you're creating.” Is that what you're saying? (19:21)In This Episode, You Will Learn: An experience in fourth grade that will last 35 years (2:59) What does science say about fear and how it is created (9:12) How to tone up the courage muscle (16:19) How to recover our power through forgiveness (24:13) Why you should have that difficult conversation you've been avoiding for a while (28:26)Resources: Scare Your Soul website Scare Your Soul Instagram Book: Scott Simon - Scare Your Soul: 7 Powerful Principles to Harness Fear and Lead Your Most Courageous LifeConnect with Scott: LinkedIn InstagramBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Email: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What kind of 2023 do you wish to experience? A highly successful one, or, to put it in Og Mandino's words, one that you are just a sheep waiting to be prodded by your shepherd? All of us can avoid the "slaughterhouse of failure" and thrive not only this year but for as long as we wish to; we only need to be prepared. In today's episode, we get you ready to experience a highly successful year; we share a powerful tool kit with just four life-changing items. Among some of the things we explore, you will learn how turning planning into a habit can save you tons of time, correct your trajectory, and clear tons of space in your mind. We also go through behavioral changes you can implement with ease to enhance your performance and some valuable resources you can use to help yourself implement them. Lastly, we delve into Og Mandino's gift to mankind, his book "The greatest salesman of the world," and analyze some of the most inspiring quotes from the ten scrolls. Tune in to Episode 365 of Becoming Your Best, and prepare for a highly successful 2023.In This Episode, You Will Learn:About the massive difference a planner can make in your life (4:36)The difference high-performing habits can make (7:12)How can the principles of highly successful leaders change your perspective (12:21)How much time does it take to acquire a new habit? (17:52)What does it take to become the greatest salesman in the world? (14:52)Mentioned In This Episode:Book: Og Mandino - The Greatest Salesman in the WorldBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceDo What Matters Most - Digital PlannerFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a leader, what is the feeling that gets you out of bed every morning? The overwhelming pressure of making sure you don't make a mistake or the excitement of leading your team through learning and enhancing experiences?   Our guest, Annie Leib, believes there is only one way of practicing proper leadership: when you feel aligned with your true self.   Meet Annie Leib, Executive MBA, and Certified Professional Executive Coach and Facilitator. Creator of the BREATH Framework™ Program and Founder and CEO of Annie Leib, LLC.  In this episode, we delve into Annie's journey of becoming an Executive Coach, moved by the desire to make an impactful change as a leader. We talk about the BREATH Framework, its peculiar conception, and its unique way of enhancing leadership. Annie also highlights the importance of reclaiming our power, how leaders tend to unnoticeably give it out, and so much more.   Tune in to Episode 364 of Becoming Your Best, and let Annie teach you how to breathe your way through right into your true self.   Some Questions I Ask: Could you tell us about your journey and how it led you to create BREATH? (4:39) What gets you up in the morning? (10:00)  In This Episode, You Will Learn: The importance of knowing where we begin (5:57) What it means to reclaim our power (6:47) Finding your way through, not around (11:54) Being uncomfortable and unhappy in our lives is not mandatory (12:54)  Resources: Annie Leib website  Connect with Annie: LinkedIn  Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would happen if you applied, in your company, the same principles and processes of one of America's most prestigious armed?Meet Marty Groover, who decided to apply his training at the U.S. Navy to the corporate world and optimize productivity, automatize processes, and promote constant training in the workplace. Marty is a Partner and Chief Technology Officer at C5MI; he is the Author of the book "Speed of Advance", and counts more than 20 years of experience as a Surface Warfare Officer in the U.S. Navy.In this episode, we learn about Marty's role in the U.S. Navy and how his time there inspired him to improve the corporate world and help companies take their productivity to the next level. Marty also explains what it means to "command by negation" and how that concept can transform how companies and leaders see and develop their team members.In addition, we delve into the importance of pre-planned responses, constant training, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 363 of Becoming Your Best, and learn about the U.S. Navy concepts and principles that can transform your company.Some Questions I Ask: Could you tell us a bit about your background? (2:47) Marty, what does it mean to harness the power of technology to drive untouchable results? (10:21)In This Episode, You Will Learn: The moment Marty learned the importance of effective communication (5:50) How Marty applies U.S. Navy principles to the corporate world (8:03) How can "command by negation" transform a company (13:07) The importance of having pre-planned responses (16:51) How to improve productivity by increasing and stimulating training (18:37)Resources: Book: Marty Groover - Speed of Advance: How the U.S. Navy's Convergence of People, Process, and Technology Can Help Your Business Win in the 4th Industrial RevolutionConnect with Marty: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A big part of how we feel, act, or think about things is determined by our emotional DNA inheritance; our actions, feelings, and thoughts could be a repetition of an emotional DNA blueprint. To change the patterns that keep us stuck, we must first identify them.In this episode, Judy Wilkins-Smith shares the keys to ending limiting cycles and reframing them into lasting breakthroughs. Judy is a Transformational, Executive, and Leadership Coach, Author, and an Expert in Emotional DNA, Systemic Constellations, and Ancestral Trauma.Throughout our conversation, we learn about Judy's passion for creating massive and life-changing breakthroughs and how she helps people to "get out of the tailspin." She kindly explains the importance of being mindful of how we feel, act, and think about ourselves and every situation, how to discover the patterns that keep us stuck, and, most importantly, change them.We also learn about the importance of having and nurturing dreams, what it is and how Systemic Work and Constellations can help us, the money mindset, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 362 of Becoming Your Best and learn to avoid following an emotional DNA rut that no longer serves you.Some Questions I Ask: How can we identify these patterns that we may have inherited? (6:12)How can we change our thoughts, feelings, and actions? (13:25)How can Systemic Work and Constellations reveal and help transform hidden issues from family or business? (21:33)In This Episode, You Will Learn: Judy's background and how she developed her passion for creating life-changing breakthroughs (3:10) How to create future memories (8:13) The shift from a survivor to a creative brain (15:03) Why we are so reluctant to dream (19:47) How to decode our emotional blueprint (28:09)Resources: Judy Wilkins-Smith website Book: Judy Wilkins-Smith - Decoding Your Emotional Blueprint: A Powerful Guide to Transformation Through Disentangling Multigenerational PatternsConnect with Judy: LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTokBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best Library Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finding our purpose, the "why" that takes us out of bed every morning, and what we are really passionate about is not something that'll come into our minds through introspection or contemplation; it'll come out by trying a whole bunch of different things.In today's episode, Adam Tank joins us to talk about purpose, sustainability, and self-improvement. Adam is the Chief Customer Officer at Transcend. He founded a robotics company inside General Electric, spun it out of the Fortune 100 behemoth into a Fortune 50 behemoth, and sold it to a publicly traded company. Adam also invented a revolutionary robotic device that helped over 60 million people to get clean water.Throughout our conversation, Adam shared how he got in touch with his purpose, the books that inspired him to pursue entrepreneurship and interrupt the "9 to 5 way of seeing life" he grew up in. We also talk about Adam's project on helping people access clean water, his work with convicted felons, the teachings from working with them, and so much more.Tune in to uncover the path to get in touch with your passion.Some Questions I Ask:Please, tell us about your background, including any turning points in your life that impacted you and what you are doing today (4:20)What is the most important thing you've learned from working in prisons? (10:55)What advice would you give young people about finding their passion? (16:43)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About the two books that helped shape Adam's life (6:06)Why following your passion can turn you into the most fortunate person (8:47)The best way to light people and help them turn into their best version (14:23)Put your thoughts out there; let the universe know what you are up to (20:11)Why it is crucial to start with the end in mind (25:25)Resources:Book: Napoleon Hill - Think and Grow RichBook: Stephen Covey - The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective PeopleBook: Napoleon Hill - How to Be RichBook: Joseph Grenny, Kenny Patterson - Crucial ConversationsConnect with Adam:LinkedInwebsiteBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best Library Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The things we put our time and focus on will come to fruition, regardless of whether that time and focus were devoted intentionally to create that outcome. This means that if we don't focus on anything in particular for 3 or 4 months, we will almost surely accomplish nothing throughout that quarter. But it also means we can develop an intentional way of creating our reality.In this episode, we go through some tips to start the new year, focusing on what matters most: making 2023 your best year ever. Studies show that over 80% of New Year's resolutions are abandoned two weeks into the new year. To solve this issue, we developed a simple yet powerful technique to create a measurable and achievable action plan to stick to and crush your goals.You'll learn about the big three habits that will help you design your vision and goals, measure your progress, and keep yourself accountable. We also discuss the differences between vision and goals, how to set them clearly, and why developing a vision for each key role is crucial. You'll also learn the words you must avoid at all costs when setting your goals, how to rely on others to help you keep yourself accountable, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 360 of Becoming Your Best, set yourself up for success, and make 2023 your best year ever!In This Episode, You Will Learn: Where focus goes, energy flows (2:16) The importance of having a written personal vision (7:12) Work on developing a vision for each of your key roles (8:37) The words you should never use in goal setting (14:17) The number one habit and predictor of success (18:48) A short story about the importance of time (20:21)Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Do What Matters Most - Digital PlannerFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, as we get ready to celebrate Christmas, we dive into three stories that perfectly represent Jesus' work and influence in our lives.First, we analyze Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" and Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation and his encounter with the authentic Christmas Spirit. Then we enjoy the overview of "It's A Wonderful Life," the movie written and directed by Frank Capra, which shares the story of George Bailey, and it's a constant reminder that the world wouldn't be the same place without us.Lastly, we dive into "The Christmas Spirit Strikes Again," a true story published in Reader's Digest that narrates the love between two sisters during the holiday season.Tune in to Episode 359 of Becoming Your Best, let yourself be flooded with Christmas Spirit, and be the best you can be during the holidays.In This Episode, You Will Learn: About the trip to Mauritania that inspired today's episode (2:21) The beautiful message behind "A Christmas Carol" (4:49) Every one of us makes a difference. George Bailey's story (9:31) The Christmas Spirit strikes again (16:13)Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Do What Matters Most - Digital Planner Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although planning is a crucial part of any mission, its success relies more on the ability to adapt to unexpected changes and improvise than on the plan itself.In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Marty Strong and hear about his unique perspective on leadership, planning, and goal achieving. Marty is a combat-decorated Navy SEAL, a thought-provoking writer and speaker, and a leader and business consultant. He is an accomplished novelist and the author of "Be Nimble: How the Creative Navy SEAL Mindset Wins on the Battlefield and in Business" and the soon-to-be-published "Be Visionary: Strategic Leadership in the Age of Optimization."Throughout our conversation, Marty shared golden nuggets from his decades of leadership and business consultant experience. We talk about his background and upbringing and how his time as a Navy SEAL prepared him to become a successful leader. We also discuss Marty's book, "Be Visionary," what motivated him to write it, and what leaders can get from it.Additionally, Marty shared his unique perspective on what becoming an excellent leader looks like, how to make excellent hirings for our team, the hidden power of humor, and much more.Tune in to Episode 358 to hear about Marty's fascinating life story and the Navy SEAL's way of planning and executing.Some Questions I Ask: Please share with our listeners what the new book is about. And why did you write it? (8:49)How can we improve our visionary skills in a way that can be applied personally and professionally? (12:07)In This Episode, You Will Learn: A bit about Marty's upbringing and first encounter with adult life (3:45)The importance of not letting the victim mentality get in charge (7:24)Start with a vision and start planning backward from that future point (13:59)What a perfect plan and preparation looks like (16:15)When things are bad, stick to those joking about it (23:14)Resources: Marty Strong websiteBook: Marty Strong - Be Nimble: How the Creative Navy SEAL Mindset Wins on the Battlefield and in BusinessBook: Marty Strong -Be Visionary: Strategic Leadership in the Age of OptimizationConnect with Marty: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best Library Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trust is the cornerstone of any relationship. Parents with their kids, friends, partners in business, co-workers, leaders, and their teams, if they don't trust each other, there is no way of creating a long-lasting, healthy, and productive relationship. If you’d have to guess, what would you say is the easiest way to build trust in a relationship?In today's episode, the inspiring Dr. Maky Zanganeh joins us to share her unique view on leadership, relationships, and courage. Maky is the Founder and CEO of Maky Zanganeh & Associates; she is the Co-CEO at Summit Therapeutics, a Board Member of Pulse Biosciences, and the author of "The Magic of Normal." Maky is also a mother, a breast cancer survivor, and one of the responsible for the second-largest biopharma sale ever in the industry, leading a struggling biotech company into a deal for $21 billion.We had a fantastic conversation about Maky's career in the pharmaceutical industry, the $21 billion deal with AbbVie Inc, and how she relied on her relationship-building abilities during that period. Maky also talked about her battle with breast cancer and how it changed her views on motherhood, family, and life.Plus, we talked about her book "The Magic of Normal," what moved her to write it, what it can teach us about overcoming challenges, and so much more.  Tune in to Episode 357 and get inspired by the unstoppable force of Dr. Maky Zanganeh.Some Questions I Ask: How important is it, Maky, to build strong relationships? (6:30)You are a breast cancer survivor. Can you talk about that journey? (11:20)What do you hope others learn from your story and from reading "The Magic of Normal"? (17:52)Resources: About Maky's journey in the pharmaceutical industry and the $21 billion deal (4:13)Transparency's role in relationship-building (7:54)Using technology to break the barriers of time and geographical locations (12:53)The two ways of looking at challenges (17:19)Maky's view on how connections and how the way of connecting changed over the last couple of years (20:50)Resources: Dr. Maky Zanganeh websiteBook: Maky Zanganeh - The Magic of NormalConnect with Dr. Maky: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All our experiences, studying, learnings, and preparation are only 49% of what we need to turn an idea into a success; the other 51% is just starting.In today's episode, Mike Evans, Founder of GrubHub and Author of "Hangry," visits us to share his story of how he turned an idea into a business empire. Mike is an MIT graduate who felt getting a pizza online was too complicated, so he decided to fix that issue, and "magically," 12 years later, he sold GrubHub in a public offering. He is also the Founder of Fixer, a company that connects customers with skilled, friendly "fixers" in the Chicago area.We had a fantastic conversation about Mike's journey as a founder and entrepreneur; he took us through the 12 years process of creating GrubHub and explained why every founder must have a perfect balance of arrogance and humility.We talk about the difference between quitting and giving up, why starting failing is the only way of starting, how to connect with a great mentor and get the best of them, and more.Tune in to Episode 356 of Becoming Your Best, and learn about Mike's impressive story of transforming the will of fixing a problem into a successful business.Some Questions I Ask: Please, tell us about your background, including any turning points that had a significant impact on you (3:43) What messages do you hope readers will take away after reading your book? (6:42)In This Episode, You Will Learn: How do you define success, and why it’s important (4:19) An overnight success that took 12 years (7:47) Who the best mentors are, and what do we need to offer them (12:11) Work, play, and learning are the same thing (16:29) 51% of success resides in starting to do the thing (19:47)Resources: Mike Evans website Book: Mike Evans - Hangry: A Startup JourneyConnect with Mike: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the week of Thanksgiving, we take a couple of minutes to celebrate and appreciate how blessed we are; we take a deeper look at all the magnificent people and the things in our lives we are grateful for.We go through a quick recap from arguably the first Thanksgiving celebration in 1621 between the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Indians to the present day, where the holidays became a national festivity and an excellent excuse to practice gratitude.In addition, I suggest three simple yet powerful activities you can practice yourself and with your family or team members that will help you make the spirit of Thanksgiving meaningful in your life every day.Tune in to Episode 355 of Becoming Your Best, and let the spirit of Thanksgiving guide your actions this week and every day of your life.In This Episode, You Will Learn: The first-ever Thanksgiving celebration (2:59) Thanksgiving's second celebration, two years later (8:33) About the first annual Thanksgiving holiday established in NY (10:01) Thanksgiving is one of the celebrations that spans cultures, continents, and millennia (13:30) Three actions to make Thanksgiving's spirit meaningful every day of your life (14:43)Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In times of extreme political polarization in society, where the internet is used to spread hate and misinformation at lightspeed around the globe, taking a moment to value and cherish civility is crucial.This week, Shelby Scarbrough visits us to discuss the importance of practicing civility, instilling the plurality of voices in every political discussion, listening to learn, and learning to listen.Shelby is a Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Author of "Civility Rules!" a book that invites the reader to learn about the history and essence of civility through the lens of G. Washington's "Rules of Civility." Former U.S. Department of State protocol officer, Shelby was a Presidential Trip Coordinator in President Ronald Reagan's White House Office of Presidential Advance and coordinated several President Reagan appearances, including the 1988 Reagan–Gorbachev Summit, the Statue of Liberty's Centennial Celebration, and a meeting of the NATO Alliance in Brussels.In this episode, we delve into Shelby's unique view of civility, the oxymoron political civility has become these days, and the role civility plays in turning society more civil. Shelby gave away some golden nuggets from her book, suggested new ways of encouraging constructive discussions, and highlighted the crucial role of promoting the plurality of voices in every political debate.Tune in to Episode 354 of Becoming Your Best, and learn how to use political differences to transform and unite our society.Some Questions I Ask:Please tell us about your background, including any turning points in your life that have significantly impacted you and what you're doing today. (3:25)Why should society care about what George Washington had to say about civility? (6:57)What role does personal responsibility play in becoming more civil in our society? (9:31)In This Episode, You Will Learn:From making hamburgers to the White House. A bit of Shelby's background (3:41)Listening to learn and learning to listen (11:24)Never overestimate your importance, and never underestimate your influence (15:51)How to deal with differences in political views (21:01)Is the other side of the political aisle always the uncivil one? (26:35)Resources:Shelby Scarbrough websiteBook: Shelby Scarbrough: Civility Rules! Creating A Purposeful Practice Of CivilityConnect with Shelby:TwitterBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteEmail: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The time and resources America dedicates to developing men and women in the armed forces make our military and retired military one of the country's greatest resources. Our soldiers are prepared and encouraged to be at their best 24/7 since there is no room for mistakes in their line of work. But what happens when those refined men and women take off their uniforms? What do we do with all that investment?In this episode, Lt. Col. Kathy Gallowitz visits us to discuss the other end of a veteran's service. She shares bits of her background, her upbringing as the daughter of an active-duty officer, and how she developed a strong sense of belonging in military environments. She explains what it means to be a veteran champion, how employers can be veteran champions, and the proper ways to recognize and thank veterans for their service.Additionally, she talks about her book, Beyond "Thank You for Your Service", what inspired her to write it, veteran hiring politics, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 353 and learn the best ways to give back to those who sacrificed a lot for the greater good.Some Questions I Ask: Please tell us about your background and any turning points in your life that have significantly impacted you. (3:48) How do you define a veteran champion? (10:13) What can everyday citizens do to be veteran champions? (12:21)In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Kathy developed a massive sense of belonging in the military (4:37) Military service shapes people beyond their tactical training (9:19) Examples of how to thank veterans and avoid empty phrases (17:17) Why unemployment among veterans is lower than ever (19:52) The three components of a Corporate Citizenship Program (22:28)Resources: Vanguard Veteran website Vanguard Veteran Facebook Book: Beyond "Thank You for Your Service:"Connect with Kathy: LinkedInBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt your boss was all about themselves, perhaps self-centered and careless about how they might make you feel? Or have you worked for someone who knew they were ineffective leaders but didn't care? What about the kind of leader that, even having nothing but good intentions, was making your life at work hell because of their disorganized and dysfunctional working style? These are examples of bad bosses: the mercenary, the illusionist, and the believer.What about you? Have you ever been a bad boss?This week, Michelle Gibbings visits us to talk about bad bosses, how to deal with them, how to survive working with them, and how to be aware if we have become one ourselves. Michelle is a Workplace Expert, Speaker, Award-Winning Author, Media Commentator, and lifelong learner.We chat about her latest book, "Bad Boss: What To Do If You Work For One, Manage One, Or Are One", about Michelle's experiences with bad bosses and the challenging moment when she realized she had become one. We also discuss how to turn the workplace into a happier space in the post-pandemic scenario, what employees are looking for, and the best way to generate a genuine connection with them.Tune in to Episode 352 and learn everything you need to know to avoid becoming a bad boss.Some Questions I Ask:Please tell us about your background, including any turning points that's had a significant impact on you (3:45)What inspired you to write "Bad boss"? (6:02)If you think you have a bad boss, what do you do in that situation? (12:35)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Michelle's background and experiences in the corporate world (3:53)What defines a bad boss, and how to recognize them (7:59)What you can do if you feel you've become a bad boss (14:13)How employees want to be treated and what they're looking for at their jobs (21:47)How curiosity and maintaining a hungry-for-knowledge spirit can serve you (23:36)Resources:Michelle Gibbings websiteMichelle Gibbings booksConnect with Michelle:LinkedInInstagramTwitterYouTubeFacebookBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryBook: Becoming Your BestBook: Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first day of his seven-year sentence in a federal prison, the third and last time he would be in jail, our guest, Weldon Long, had a moment of clarity. His life was heading directly to make his worse fears come true: living and dying in prison, not being a good father to his three-year-old son, and ending up broke, homeless, and feeling like a total loser.He knew he had to make a radical change and that all odds were against him. In today's episode, you'll learn about Weldon's incredible story.Weldon Long is a Keynote Speaker, NYT Best-selling Author, CEO and Founder, and Mindset and Sales Expert. He transformed his life from a high school dropout and homeless three times convicted felon to a successful entrepreneur, business owner, and present and loving father.Our conversation spins around Weldon's extraordinary comeback, the habits he built over time to make a 180° change on a personal and professional level, and the experiences that inspired his books. Weldon shared several golden nuggets of wisdom he learned throughout his life, the challenges he faced and overcame, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 351 and learn about the extraordinary power of focus, commitment, consistency, and leading your life by vision.Some Questions I Ask:Could you share whatever you think is relevant about your life, including any turning points that significantly impacted you? (6:15)What are some of the critical things, realizations, or insights that were most helpful to you? (13:44)In This Episode, You Will Learn:The influence our thoughts have on what we end up becoming (3:37)What we can learn from successful people? (8:40)We can live in our imagination or our past; the choice is ours (14:44)Becoming the best version of ourselves is a daily job (20:42)It is not about what we know; it is about what we do to become successful (23:11)The Power of Consistency (25:44)Resources:Weldon Long websiteWeldon Long booksConnect with Weldon:LinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryBook: Becoming Your BestBook: Conquer AnxietyFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt that there is something more for you and your life, even if you can't put your finger on it? You're a successful professional and have a loving family, and yet, there is an elusive, persistent longing you can feel from within. It is a calling to reconnect with your true self, to be happy, and there is only one way to listen, to see these love notes from the universe: through stillness.Meet Jeanine Thompson, a Speaker, Author, Transformational Coach, Reiki Master, and former Fortune 50 HR Executive passionate about helping others reach and live at their highest potential. After an incredibly successful career in corporate America and almost a decade in the medical field, working as a psychotherapist, followed by several years volunteering with hospice clients, Jeanine decided to explore human's infinite potential.In this episode, we delve into Jeanine's journey, the people who inspired her and set the foundations of her life, and the turning point when she decided to notice and acknowledge those love notes the universe was sending her. We talk about her latest book, "911 From Your Soul," the discoveries she made through it, and how the book can help us explore ourselves in stillness.In addition, Jeanine explained the benefits of actively practicing stillness, how to get there, the difference between stillness and meditation, and more.Tune in to Episode 350 to learn how to achieve more and live more authentically by "doing nothing" through stillness.Some Questions I Ask: Would you tell us about your background and any turning points that have significantly impacted you? (3:15)Can you give us a little overview of 911 From Your Soul? (10:54)You're talking about stillness. What role does that play? And what are you referring to specifically? (16:34)In This Episode, You Will Learn: How we influence and are influenced by others. (3:53)How Jeanine's book came to life (7:42)The three benefits of embracing stillness (18:17)How to read universe's love notes (20:49)Nature knows what to do, and so do you (26:37)Resources: Jeanine Thompson's websiteBook: Jeanine Thompson - 911 from your SoulConnect with Jeanine: InstagramBecoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: [email protected]: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With all the things happening in the world threatening peace, prosperity, and even the environment, living a happy, joyful, and hopeful life might seem a bit utopic. Still, it takes no more than a couple of minutes to realize that happiness, joy, and hope's source lies within ourselves; we are responsible for enhancing our HJH, and today, you'll learn how.In this episode, we go through the four principles you can apply to your life to generate positive outcomes and create a joyful, happy, and hopeful life. You'll learn about the E+R=O formula, the benefits of surrounding yourself with the right people and resources, and how being aware of how you respond to things can be a game-changer.In addition, we explore the benefits of focusing our energy on the things we can influence and change, three powerful ways to help us identify and take the right action, and so much more.Tune in to Episode 349 of Becoming Your Best to discover that the root of a happy, joyful, and hopeful life might be closer than you think.In This Episode, You Will Learn: A simple formula to influence your life's outcomes (4:36) You are free to choose, seize the day (7:22) From all the things that bother you, which ones can you control? (8:41) Three ways to choose the right action to take (11:37) Every time life gets you down, keep swimming (18:23) Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected]  Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spending long hours at work to support your lifestyle becomes a paradox if you are never present to enjoy that life. The time you spend with your spouse and kids is as important, if not more, than the benefits of a wealthy lifestyle. Still, it is not a matter of choice; it is not an either-or situation. It's about organization and planning.In this episode, you'll learn why prioritizing what matters most is a life-changing decision to make. We look closely at one of the most powerful tools ever created to get the best out of every day: pre-week planning. We explain how to set it up the right way, create a powerful WHY that will work as fuel, and approach it properly from a personal and professional point of view.Tune in to Episode 348 of Becoming Your Best, commit to pre-week planning, and see your life and the life of those who matter most to you improve weekly.In This Episode, You Will Learn: Three short stories with a powerful message. (2:26) Time is your most valuable asset. Are you spending it wisely? (6:43) A couple of extra tips on how to get the best of pre-week planning. (10:17) What are you doing with "your dash"? (13:21) Four steps to get pre-week planning right. (14:35) Lead a life by design, or live a life by default. The choice is yours. (22:31)Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: [email protected] Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.