Elevating Beyond with Mark Minard

"Until you rip from the roots of your soul, the disbelief in your ability to do whatever it takes, you'll never work hard enough or try long enough to get to where you want to be." In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with billion dollar deal maker, Dan Waldschmidt. Dan's story begins with a gun in his mouth and nothing to live for, but turns into an author, speaker, ultra runner, and no-nonsense success expert. When asked to help a top executive maximize his potential, Dan challenged him to first run 20 miles. "If you finish the 20 miles, I'll work with you, but if not, you'll know exactly what you're lacking to reach the next level."

"Your Why needs to make you cry." In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with Sports Psychologist and author, Dr. Rob Bell. Before Rob became a successful mental performance coach, he fought through immense personal struggle and life threatening mistakes. He's been featured on ESPN, The Golf Channel, Runners World, and New York Times, but more importantly, Dr. Bell has endured the type of pain most wouldn't. No one gets dropped off on the top of the mountain.

Warning! This specific episode contains explicit language! The message is raw and cuts to the bone. "To remain broke, keep being a victim!" In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne are visited by Hollywood success guru, Michael Levine. More important than the 58 Academy award winners he's represented, Michael has also advised three US Presidents. He came from humble beginnings, but made a conscious decision to never let that stop him from creating massive significance in the world. Michael goes deep into why he believes the millennial generation is stuck in a victim's mindset and what that's doing to their future. Again, we warn you - today's show is raw and transparent. Turn up the volume and prepare to be changed!

"When I lost, I believed my parents didn't love me as much." - (A former student of Dayne's). In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne discuss the importance, as parents, of sending positive signals to our children. What role should the parent play in producing high character individuals? How involved should we be in our kids' academic or athletic results? Is it our responsibility to control their outcome, and are we confusing our role in the process? This episode is raw and may hit a nerve, but we believe it's the only way to create authentic change.

"You don't need to seek out your authentic self; it's already in you. It's waiting to be awakened." - Seane Corn. In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with globally renowned yogi and social activist, Seane Corn. Her struggle with drugs and paralyzing OCD drove her to a fork in the road - keep right and continue down this path of destruction or turn left into yoga, meditation, and the search for her inner truth. She wisely chose the latter. What began as a curious discovery of her personal growth has now turned into a world-changing movement. Seane will blow you away as she takes you deep into the meaning of God's love and grace. " I don't know what happens if I go towards love, but I know what happens if I DON'T. " - Seane Corn

"The military taught me physical warfare, but prison taught me psychological warfare." In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne get real and raw with actor, Dave Vescio. Before success found him, however, he fought through a brutal life of dealing drugs, running from police, and spending 2.5 years in maximum security prison. This interview is unlike any we've had in the past - Dave will shock and inspire you, all in the same breathe.

"I loaded the gun, shot a test fire to make sure it worked, and then put it to my head." - Chef Oz. In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with, not only a talented chef, but more importantly, a survivor. He overcame deep pain as a child and found the necessary strength to follow his purpose and calling. Against all odds and the naysayers who called him crazy, Chef Oz followed his dream of opening his own restaurant, but not before diving off the high dive multiple times. He's an awesome example of not having to know the How before taking massive action towards his vision.

"I didn't have a degree or clients, I only knew the life I was living wasn't what I wanted." On this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with entrepreneur, Anelise Salvo to discuss how she dove off the high dive of safety into an empty pool of risk. Anelise reveals a life altering pain she's had to recently battle through, and offers advice on how to turn those obstacles into meaning and a deeper calling. Keeping the entrepreneurial spirit in the family, she also happens to be Dayne's younger sister, making way for an emotional conversation they've never had in the past. (Don't tell anyone, but Dayne may have shed a happy tear).

"I began training for the Olympics when I was 7 years old, made the team when I was 22, only to have the Olympic coach drop a bomb on me ..." In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with Olympic sprinter and author, Ian Warner to discuss what he learned about the power of mental and emotional endurance. What looked like an ideal life from the outside, Ian reveals the truth about what was really going on - his doubts, fears, struggles, and how he used what he learned to write a book and inspire others.

💥Screw the experts!💥 "I hate to read!" - Gary Vaynerchuk. In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne go one-on-one to discuss the importance of doing it YOUR way. Being a student of your craft is critical, but learning how to create your uniqueness with that information is an art form. Elevating Beyond is an example of not following the normal advice, and doing it our way. Some "experts" advised us not to start the podcast until we had perfect conditions, and co-hosting would never work. 200k+ downloads in 7 months is proof that if you remain true to your mission, the term, "expert" can be highly overrated.

His foundation of success began at 5 years old after falling 30 feet and into a coma. Meet Joel Boggess, media coach, radio host, and #1 Amazon bestselling author. In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with Joel to discuss how almost losing his life at such a young age began his cycle of significance. He's a man of grit and faith - after being picked on growing up, he became a martial arts black belt out of necessity. Recognizing the corporate world wasn't for him, he pushed his chips all-in on his passion, rather than staying where God wasn't calling him. Joel will not only inspire you, but he'll help you move into action. "Sometimes, the day-to-day stands in our way, and before we realize it, we find ourselves stuck between unrealized ambitions and shrinking options." - Joel Boggess

In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sat down with world renown photographer, Rich Cruse to discuss the power of giving and the importance of looking at your life through curious lenses. Rich lives a life of authenticity and selflessness, rooted in his favorite quote: "It's not about thinking less of yourself, it's about thinking of yourself less." Because he listened to the voice inside that was leading him towards his passion, he went from working as a DJ on a cruise ship, to eventually selling his photography to Oprah Winfrey. "I'll never live life with woulda, coulda, shoulda's." - Rich Cruse

What is time? How does it affect your level of significance? Are you a victim to it, or do you take control and dictate what you do within the timeframe you set? In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne discuss how your interpretation of time can create your "zone of genius." What most people believe is tangible, we say is a mindset. Time: Do you have enough?

In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne sit down with globally recognized speaker and NY Times best selling author, John Miller to discuss the power of personal accountability. John took a tragic event from his teens and turned it into laser focus, using it to catapult him past the victim's mentality. In his latest book, QBQ (Question Behind the Question), John explains why personal accountability is the core value of any type of success. QBQ.com "Create an edge in your organization by doing more than you have to do. THIS is personal accountability." - John Miller

In this episode of Elevating Beyond, special guest Bruce Van Horn paints a story of massive pain and suffering, all while simultaneously finding grace and gratitude. As he laid in his hospital bed after surgery for stage 4 prostate cancer, losing 70% of his blood, and unable to take pain medication, he explains how breathing one simple breathe became his life-saving miracle. Bruce's new book, "Worry No More" is an Amazon international best seller, filled with life changing advice and real life lessons, guaranteed to make you look at life through clearer lenses. "You don't need to become better, you were born perfect." - Bruce Van Horn

In this episode of Elevating Beyond, professional skateboarder and youth motivational speaker, Preston Pollard challenges you to ask, "Who am I?" He was featured on Oprah's OWN TV and Oprah.com, focusing on the importance of stepping out of comfort zones. Mark and Dayne ignite a powerful conversation with Preston about what it took for him to reach such elevated levels, and his mission to help today's youth do the same. "Don't be a pigeon when you were born to be an eagle." - Preston Pollard

If you plant strawberries in sand and water them with oil, your strawberries will die. Your dreams work the same way - they must be properly taken care of, or they also will die. In this episode of Elevating Beyond, Mark and Dayne focus on the importance of effectively harvesting your long term vision. Learn to dominate the small, while simultaneously visualizing the huge. "Become a student again - create a CEO mindset." - Mark and Dayne

As he laid in the hospital bed with a broken back, depressed, and feeling alone, Max Gray made a committed decision about his life -- this wouldn't define, nor would it stop him. Max's story is one of relentless perseverance, unwavering self belief, and renewed faith. Mark and Dayne dive into the story behind the story in this episode of Elevating Beyond. "Your circumstances don't define you, your vision of self does." - Max Gray

Mark and Dayne kick off episode #50 with a 💥bang!💥 You have two choices: Victim or Victor. In this episode, we break down what it means to choose the victor mindset. In order to step past victim thinking, commit to looking at your life through your vision, rather than your sight. Your eyes will focus on the obstacles and odds against fulfilling your dreams. Conversely, your vision focuses on the inevitable finished product and your purpose attached to the result. "Last night, I fell into my old victim patterns for 10 seconds, but because I've been intentional about breaking those habits, I quickly returned to victor mindset." - Dayne

Powerful words convey a powerful story. This is certainly the case with Dr. Clark Gaither, board-certified family physician and author of the new book, Powerful Words. In this episode, Mark and Dayne sit down with Dr. Gaither as he reveals his personal battle with alcoholism - taking his first drink at 5 years old - and the long and hard-fought road back to sobriety. After life continued to serve him knee-buckling challenges, Dr. Gaither found strength and a renewed purpose as he transformed his life and began to fearlessly reach out to help others with the power of his own personal and painful story. "You have powerful words inside of you, waiting to be shared. People will be helped by hearing them if you are honest, determined, and intentional about getting your voice heard." – Dr. Clark Gaither

Chasing your dreams can be an awesome feeling, but how about the fear of making a wrong decision along the way? It is only when you make a choice and keep raising the bar, that milestones are met and the weight of paralyzation is shattered! Listen in as Mark & Dayne share stories of becoming their dreams for the Elevating Beyond Podcast live! "If you are going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters. Excellence is not an exception, it is a prevailing attitude." – Colin Powell

After the sudden death of his brother-in-law, followed by the death of his 10 week old son. Richie Norton revealed a new way of thinking that obliterates the notion of being fearful. "You can overcome your circumstances or you can let your circumstances overcome you." The tragic event not only shook the Norton family to its core, but gave them a new perspective on life. Turning the family tragedy into a family triumph, Richie founded Gavin's Law in honor of his son: "Live to start, start to live." Not only did Richie embrace the sudden changes, but he discovered "Life is too short not to start something stupid." Richie Norton is the bestselling author of The Power of Starting Something Stupid as well as the #1 Amazon download Résumés Are Dead and What to Do About It. Richie has been featured in Forbes, Businessweek, Young Entrepreneur, Huffington Post and other national publications, both in print and online.

Just 4 years ago he was bankrupt, a "failed entrepreneur", Phillip Carson, President of Carson Natural Health, LLC is a Pharmacist who thinks outside the box of traditional medicine. Sharing his story of faith, perseverance, and giving, you are sure to be on the edge of your seat. Committed to leading people to finding the root cause of their health problems and not just treating the symptoms. Phillip is passionate about encouraging and teaching people how to live more balanced, healthier and vibrant lives."Don't even think about quitting, look up, put your faith in God and trust"- Phillip Carson. This episode is more than just a journey, it represents having the courage to make it one more day through the pain, and becoming one day closer to your dreams.

Mark and Dayne challenge the concept of being authentic and forgiving ourselves, creating a positive stepping stone to move forward in life. Everyone has a story to tell and for most of us it includes more than a few failures. Enduring our stories about the rough patches not only encourages others to be courageous , but reminds us all to simply " Pray, get on your feet and start doing"-EB.

Bill Cortright is one of the preeminent experts in Stress and the Stress Response Management. His Journey from obesity and diabetes to perfect health will inspire and move you into action. Bill is the internationally recognized author of The Stress Response Diet and has changed more than 150,000 lives across the globe. He specializes in achieving optimal health by learning how to manage the stress response. In the past years, he has shared his incredible message with the largest and most influential companies in the world and now he has brought those same principles to the Elevating Beyond Podcast. "Stress isn't good or bad, it's just a response." ― Bill Cortright

Michael O'Brien's life literally changed in the blink of an eye while pursuing his passion. From company perks to a loving family waiting home each day, the American dream couldn't get any more realistic. All of a sudden BOOM! On the morning of July 11, 2001, Michael was out on a cycling training ride before a corporate meeting and was hit head-on by a SUV that crossed into his lane traveling 40 mph. The pain and healing that followed tested his beliefs, energy, and emotions. At times, he even seemed to have more setbacks than successes, doubting the possibility of recovery internally. But somewhere along that journey, Michael decided he would not be defined by the accident. Rather, he would be defined by how he responded "TO" the accident. " I made the choice to recalibrate my approach to the rest of my life."-OB

BAM! Another explosive episode! Today, Mark and Dayne give examples of how once previous limitations were formed into weapons, propelling them to new heights. Rarely do we ever give ourselves a break from others opinions and limitations on our success in life. It's important to stay present in each moment and not get distracted by limiting beliefs. Mark and Dayne state "Follow your passion and your dreams." If you listen to others opinions, "that's a YOU problem." Take deliberate action in turning limitations into fuel for success. "All the concepts about stepping out of your comfort zone mean nothing until you decide that your essential purpose, vision and goals are more important than your self-imposed limitations."- Robert White

Mark and Dayne have officially "Fandangled" there way through another episode! Very seldom do we ever give ourselves a break from the daily grind. It's important to stay present in each moment and not get distracted by overwhelming thoughts. Mark and Dayne make it a point to take deliberate action in finding humor in the craziest of times. "Life is too short to be serious all the time. So, If you can't laugh at yourself call us…We'll laugh at you!"- Unknown

Part 2! NFL's Caleb Campbell dives deep into the hearts of our listeners stating: "You find your destiny when you find your family. You're not meant to live in isolation. " Starving oneself of love is definitely not a way to displace fear. Identifying why you're so resistant to love will help life become so much easier. Caleb found that going back into the NFL and not feeling that sense of accomplishment did not replenish his soul. Caleb eventually landed in Fort Erie, Ontario, where he decided to trade his NFL cleats for a mop and broom and started serving those around him. " I know what it's like to hide from that fear. To live behind a mask of a performance driven life hoping that you convince yourself and everyone around you that you have what it takes. But no matter how good of a performance it was, it's never good enough. It's exhausting, I know." Hold on as Mark & Dayne dive deep into the 2nd part of Caleb's amazing journey!

Part 2! NFL's Caleb Campbell dives deep into the hearts of our listeners stating: " You find your destiny when you find your family. You're not meant to live in isolation. " Starving oneself of love is definitely not a way to displace fear. Identifying why you're so resistant to love will help life become so much easier. Caleb found that going back into the NFL and not feeling that sense of accomplishment did not replenish his soul. Caleb eventually landed in Fort Erie, Ontario, where he decided to trade his NFL cleats for a mop and broom and started serving those around him. " I know what it's like to hide from that fear. To live behind a mask of a performance driven life hoping that you convince yourself and everyone around you that you have what it takes. But no matter how good of a performance it was, it's never good enough. It's exhausting, I know." Hold on as Mark & Dayne dive deep into the 2nd part of Caleb's amazing journey!

After a heart wrenching Army policy change nearly shatters West Point Grad Caleb Campbell's childhood dream of playing professional football and being selected in the NFL Draft. Caleb found himself searching for life's meaning in a vast world of detours. Fighting his way back into NFL, the real war was taking place within a hidden location no one knew about… until now. " If you want to find your life, you must first lose it". Grab a seat and tune in, this story is sure to blow you away!

Tim Fargo renowned author and entrepreneur shares how he made $20 Million dollars from co-founding the second biggest insurance fraud investigative company in the United States Omega Insurance Service in 1996. With true stories of humor, perseverance, adventure, and leadership, you are sure to be on the edge of your seat. Tim symbolizes resilience in the mist of conflict. "Confidence is what we get when we take fear, face it and replace it." This episode is more than just a journey, it represents sticking your arm out and reaching for the destination. Going beyond others limitations and doubts. Why? To achieve greatness!

Today's episode Mark and Dayne interview special guest Dr. Jevonnah Ellison. As an Author, Speaker and Entrepreneur, she has helped thousands of high potential people understand their most unique and powerful talents so they can make a larger impact, amplify their strengths, and thrive financially. Exemplifying the mindset " Use your pain for purpose and rejection for direction" Dr. Ellison is a pro at unlocking one's inner potential trapped by fear. " The book you write is always better than the book you say you're going to write"-Lady J

Mark and Dayne discover the mentality that's robbing so many of their success. "You are the problem ... and you are the solution ."- Dave Ramsey . Both your success and failure are on you. "Don't just hold yourself accountable to your actions, but hold yourself accountable to your dream."-EB. Make your dreams bigger than the doubters, bigger than your fears, and guess what will happen? That's right! A mindset shift, an indestructible mentality ready to take on the world!

Mark & Dayne take transparency to the next level as they dive into the rich and bold truth behind hiding your pain. " Time doesn't heal anything, it just teaches us how to live with the pain" Opening up and sharing their current adversities, Mark & Dayne expose it all. "This is about never giving up, and pushing ourselves beyond our limits". The higher your vision the more intense your pain will become - it's all apart of the season! Share your struggle, overcome it and help others see their way throw the darkness! Elevating Beyond isn't just a podcast, it's a double shot of adrenaline!

Michael Minot Author of the true story "The Beckoning" transformation from atheism to faith didn't happen instantly nor in a typical fashion. As a young lawyer, he was living the life – money in his pockets, keys to a new convertible, and not to mention a thriving social life. "I bought into the philosophy that life is whatever you make it, and nothing more. I viewed the world as one where the strongest thrive best. And so, I wanted to be the strongest. I strived to get all I could while I could." Unexpectedly challenged by an old friend to rethink the meaning of life, Michael agreed to read and explore faith on his own terms. Ever since that day Michael Minot's life has never been the same! What caused this change you ask? Sit back and enjoy as Mark & Dayne investigate further!

Be in the moment! Kate Hughes is a former LPGA Tour Player who has toured the world and has finished twice in the top 10 in the U.S. and has 1 victory in Japan. Kate is a top 5 nationally ranked player in Division I NCAA College golf, named to the All Big 10 Team for three years, and still holds many records to date from her competitive days at University of Minnesota. Creating Visionfoursuccess.com Kate utilizes her knowledge and Mental coaching to assist athletes in developing the skill sets to elevate their playing potential into the collegiate atmosphere. "As you walk down the fairway of life you must smell the roses, for you only get to play one round." - Ben Hogan

Announcing the death of the word "Balance", Mark and Dayne reveal a new way of thinking that obliterates the notion of being perfectly balanced. "There is no balance" says Dayne. It's an ongoing process of continuing to grow through the challenges of life. "Embrace the tension, because it's not going away". Warning! This episode suddenly builds a long term mindset shift sure to get you to next level in life.

Hold onto your seats Elevating Beyond is changing lives! Do you have the courage to overcome fear? Michael McGreevy has truly locked in "Saying Yes to Scary". Suffering from panic attacks early in high school kept Michael home from school and separated from others, creating an enormous lack of confidence. "I was a fraction of the person I could have been. " Literally witnessing a friend fall two stories to his death on a construction site. The memory of seeing the parent's agony still till this day plays in his mind. Exhausted from being shackled and paralyzed by his own prison of fear Michael decided to escape the life of meritocracy and dive into leadership coaching, speaking to success driven individuals ready to take life to the next level.

Known by 70 million viewers as the "Life Coach" from MTV's show "Made", Jeff Yalden is a Youth Motivational Speaker that has traveled the entire U.S. and 48 other countries planting seeds into the hearts of others. Jeff is a high energy "Tell it like it is" speaker that has persisted through adversities in life to now speaking to the youth from the heart resulting in a tremendous outreach in middle schools, high schools, and universities. "We meet no ordinary people in our lives"- C.S. Lewis. It's time to be a VICTOR not a VICTIM! Stand up, Brush the Dirt off! And keep Elevating Beyond!

"The best way to predict the future is to create it"-Abraham Lincoln. Often times we forget how much we take the small things for granted; for Jerel Seamon failing is never an option! Being a victor not a victim is the mentality that has literally helped Jerel a former Semi-Pro Basketball Player, and NBA prospect elevate beyond life's adversities. Literally mentioning sleeping in a laundromat the night before, Mark and Dayne dig into a heart wrenching story that will have you motivated for a lifetime! Jerel Seamon is Star Athlete, Homeless, and an Extraordinary Life Changer. Get ready! This Episode is Our Why!

On today's episode Mark and Dayne interview Olympic Swimmer Andrea Ward. Andrea has been fighting her biggest enemy just like the rest of us, yep that's RIGHT! An Olympic Swimmer also deals with that INNER CRITIC. "Tension is the greatest curse in sport. I've never had any tension. You give the best you have - you win or lose. What's the difference if you give all you've got to give?"- Chief Bender. Don't wait any longer, hit the play button to find out why failing is NEVER an option!

Stop It! How many times have we acted against our self-interest, then asked ourselves why did we self-destruct? Why have we stopped doing that one thing that makes us feel boundless? Why did we procrastinate on that project? We all do it, it's in our nature it's called Self Sabotage! Mark & Dayne share their own personal true experiences, igniting the mentality needed to shatter the mediocre lifestyle and overpower your fears!

Dropping bombs of wisdom Best-Selling Author of "10 Secrets Of The New Rich" and CEO at Real Wealth Solutions Inc. Kevin Donaldson brings an un-paralleled high level of energy to today's episode! It takes resilience and challenging your beliefs to come back from 1.2 million dollars' worth of debt right? Or how about dropping out of college four times! Kevin Donaldson never once felt sorry for himself, yet he knew spending his time worrying was a waste. "It's not that the grass is greener on the other side, its greener where you water it!"

Mark & Dayne interview veteran Air Force pilot and successful entrepreneur Matt Miller. When Matt first decided to transition out of the military everything seemed great. He achieved milestones that many in their first year of sales had never achieved; BAM! Shortly after, a huge amount of turbulence throws Matt and his family spiraling downwards fast! Matt's belief that "growth occurs within the valley" signifies his courageousness during the roller coaster journey from stability to uncertainty. Literally living by the quote "Help enough people get what they want and you'll be taken care of."- Zig Ziglar. Matt was able to find a way to help others and in doing so, benefiting his family. Hold onto your seats this episode will take you to a new level of thinking!

John Marshall craved a change. His marriage was falling slowly, he felt disconnected from work and his highschool aged kids were was lost in cyberspace. To reconnect with his family, John envisioned a trip around the world. Hearing the words "year of service" play repeatedly in his head, John quickly places the family's home up for sale and the Marshall family embarks on a journey volunteering their way around the world! " We went to change the world, but the world changed us!"

Declaring a vision can be an awesome feeling! It is only when you step up, and keep raising the bar that expectations are met and the weight of fear is shattered! Listen in as Mark & Dayne share their vision for the Elevating Beyond Podcast live! "You block your dream when you allow your fear to grow bigger than your faith." -Mary Manin Morrissey

All In! Mark and Dayne interview Military member and young entrepreneur Chance Miller on the decision to "Lose Plan B". Chance has disconnected the security lines and fully jumped into the unknown in hopes of manifesting his true vision. Elevating Beyond gets into the mindset of never settling and letting failure never become an option when it comes to the 1% mindset. "It takes a little insanity and faith to believe you can achieve anything you set your mind too."- Chance Miller

Now What! Mark and Dayne send a power update of keeping momentum amongst the storm! "The victim mindset can corrupt our minds with negativity, that's why we recommend intentional gratitude". Mental toughness is not just handed out, it is gained through repetition, courage, faith and strength. How will you choose when it's time to decide between being the predator or prey?

Get Ready! This episode Mark and Dayne interview guest Dan Miller! Dan is the author of the New York Times best-selling 48 Days To The Work You Love, No More Dreaded Mondays and Wisdom Meets Passion. A Featured guest on CBS' 'The Early Show,' MSNBC's 'Hardball with Chris Mathews, Success Journal and the Dave Ramsey Show. Dan Miller has over 130,000 people subscribed to his weekly newsletter, in conjunction with his high powered show "48 Days Podcast" being consistently ranked top 3 under Careers on iTunes. "When you have nothing, anything is possible"-Dan Miller