Finding Better Podcast

🔥 What if the reason you feel stuck in life… isn’t because you’re lost — but because you’ve never actually decided what you want? In this episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with John Salzwedel — coach, speaker, and author of Stop Leaving Life on the Table — who walked away from decades of success as a CEO… after realizing he had everything society told him to want, but none of what truly fulfilled him. Because here’s the truth: Most people don’t feel empty because they failed… they feel empty because they succeeded at the wrong things. After spending 30 years building a successful career from the ground up — going from opening mail to becoming the owner and CEO of a national company — John hit a moment most people fear: He reached the top… and realized he didn’t want to be there anymore. So he made a decision most people avoid. He stepped away, turned down the noise of the world, and started designing a life that actually meant something. This conversation isn’t just about success. It’s about identity, intention, and having the courage to stop living by default — and start living by design. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: -Why achieving “success” can still leave you feeling empty -How to cut through the noise and discover what truly matters to you -The simple exercise that reveals your real priorities -Why most people are chasing a definition of success that isn’t theirs -How to stop leaving life on the table — and start living fully -Why fulfillment comes from alignment, not achievement -How to make bold life changes without losing yourself -The truth about purpose that no one teaches you 💡 Key Takeaways: -Success without meaning will always feel empty -If you don’t define your life, the world will do it for you -Clarity comes when you slow down and listen to yourself -You’re allowed to choose a different path — even after “making it” -Don’t leave your life on the table Website: www.theCoach.vip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoach.vip LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/john-salzwedel-75986718 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnsalzwedel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@johnsalzwedel 👍 If this message resonated with you, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who feels stuck — or someone who needs the courage to start living life on their own terms. #FindingBetter #LifeDesign #Purpose #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Fulfillment #Success #SelfDiscovery #Motivation #LifeLessons

🔥 What if the real reason you’re struggling… isn’t your circumstances — but your willingness to keep going when life gets hard? In this episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Jay Setchell — a resilience speaker, author, and multi-time death survivor who has endured over six dozen surgeries, paralysis, traumatic injuries, and unimaginable pain… yet refuses to quit. Because here’s the truth: Most people don’t break because life is hard… they break because they stop moving forward. Drawing from a lifetime of extreme adversity — including near-death experiences, chronic pain, and living mostly paralyzed in a wheelchair — Jay shares the mindset that has carried him through it all: Sweat dries. Blood clots. Bones heal. So get up and keep going. This conversation goes far beyond resilience. It dives into what it really means to live with gratitude, to reject victimhood, and to keep showing up — not just for yourself, but for others — no matter what life throws at you. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: -Why quitting becomes tempting — and how to push through anyway -The mindset that turns pain into purpose -Why gratitude is a daily decision (even in suffering) -How “stubbornness” can become your greatest strength -The truth about resilience that most people don’t understand -Why you must take responsibility instead of waiting for help -How small actions create momentum in the hardest moments -The power of perspective when everything seems against you 💡 Key Takeaways: -If you’re breathing, you’re not done — keep moving. -You have more to offer life than you think. -Gratitude isn’t situational — it’s a choice. -Resilience is built through action, not comfort. -If you can’t find better… create it. 👍 If this message resonated with you, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reminder to keep going — especially when life feels impossible. #FindingBetter #Resilience #NeverGiveUp #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Discipline #MentalStrength #Motivation #LifeLessons #Gratitude #Perseverance

🔥 What if getting better isn’t about working harder… but working on the right things? In this episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Aaron Trahan — a leadership and performance coach who helps high performers rethink how they approach growth, success, and improvement across both work and life. Because here’s the truth: Most people don’t fail because they lack effort… they fail because they’re focused on the wrong things. Drawing from over 20 years of leadership experience — including running a billion-dollar business — Aaron shares the real lessons he learned the hard way: Success without awareness can still lead to failure. This conversation goes beyond business. It dives into what it actually means to get better as a leader, a partner, a parent, and as a human being — and why most people stay stuck despite wanting more. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: Why “getting better” is not a solo journey -The hidden reason most people fail their goals (even with motivation) -How your calendar reveals your real priorities -Why focus — not talent — is the ultimate performance superpower -The role of subtraction (not addition) in personal growth -How blind spots hold you back more than lack of skill -The “5 Whys” method to uncover the real reason behind your goals 💡 Key Takeaways: -You can’t improve what you don’t see — awareness is everything. -Your priorities aren’t what you say — they’re what you schedule. -Focus requires saying no — and that’s non-negotiable. -A strong “why” will always lead you to the “how.” -Growth isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what matters. Connect with Aaron Trahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarontrahancoaching/ 👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who’s trying to get better — but might be focusing on the wrong things. #FindingBetter #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Mindset #SelfImprovement #Focus #Productivity #HighPerformance #Success #GrowthMindset #Discipline #LifeLessons

🔥 What if the path to finding better isn’t about doing more… but doing less? In this episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Nell Debevoise, a subtraction strategist who helps high achievers rethink success by removing what quietly drains their energy. In a world obsessed with productivity, hustle, and adding more habits, Nell introduces a powerful alternative: systematic subtraction — the intentional process of letting go of what no longer serves you so you can reclaim clarity, alignment, and sustainable success. Drawing from her personal experiences with burnout, a life-changing car accident, and her work coaching leaders alongside horses, Nell shares why the most capable and responsible people are often the most depleted — and how to break that cycle. This conversation will challenge the idea that success always requires more effort and offer a refreshing new perspective: sometimes the best way forward is by removing what’s holding you back. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why high achievers are often the most burned out 2. The concept of systematic subtraction and how it works 3. The difference between balance and true alignment in life and leadership 4. How constant productivity pressure leads to diminishing returns 5. What horses can teach us about presence and energy management 6. Why stopping to ask “How is this really going?” can change everything 7. The simple “Stop, Drop, Roll” method for preventing burnout 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Success isn’t always additive — sometimes progress requires subtraction. 2. Burnout often comes from responsibility and capability, not weakness. 3. Alignment across work, personal life, and purpose matters more than balance. 4. Constant productivity pressure leads to diminishing returns. 5. Real clarity often comes from pausing and removing what drains you. Connect with Nell Debevoise: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nell3d/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelldd Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Leadin3D 👍If you enjoyed this conversation, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who might need permission to do a little less and live a little better.

Are you constantly feeling like you're not enough? In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John sits down with Jillian DiIorio, President of the We Are Enough movement, to explore one of the most important truths we often forget: you are already enough. In a world flooded with comparison, social media pressure, and constant messages telling us we need to be more, do more, and achieve more, Jillian shares a powerful message about reclaiming our inherent self-worth. The conversation also explores the story behind the We Are Enough movement, inspired by entrepreneur Blake Mycoskie, founder of TOMS Shoes, and the personal journey that led him to realize that success, wealth, and recognition cannot fill the deeper need for self-acceptance. This episode is about resetting the foundation of how we see ourselves. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why self-worth is something you're born with, not something you earn 2. How success and achievement can still leave people feeling empty 3. The hidden damage caused by constant comparison and social media 4. The powerful story behind the We Are Enough bracelet movement 5. Why reminding someone they are enough can change a life 6. How to start each day from a place of self-acceptance instead of self-criticism 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. You were born enough — your worth is not conditional. 2. External validation will never replace internal acceptance. 3. Small reminders can have life-changing impact. 4. Choosing how you see yourself is a daily decision. 5. True growth starts when you stop believing you're broken. Connect with Jillian / We Are Enough: Instagram: @jilliandiiorio Website: https://weareenough.co/ 👍 If this conversation resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear that they are enough.

🤖 What happens when AI replaces productivity — and your identity? In one of the most consequential conversations on Finding Better, John sits down with impact investor, entrepreneur, and purpose strategist Florian Kemmerich to explore a question that will define the next decade: If automation replaces what we do… who are we? Florian shares his personal turning point — from corporate high-potential executive living in “golden handcuffs” to discovering his inner child and redefining success through vocation. Together, John and Florian unpack the difference between ego-driven success and purpose-driven service — and why AI makes this distinction more urgent than ever. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why fame and fortune feed the ego — but not fulfillment 2. The powerful “two-chair” inner child breakthrough that changed Florian’s life 3. The difference between helping and serving (and why it matters) 4. Why 500M jobs may disappear — and what that means for identity 5. The concept of “vocating” — building, not searching for, your vocation 6. How to leverage AI without becoming dependent on it 7. Why human agency is the critical skill of the future 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Purpose comes from inside; ego seeks validation from outside 2. AI should be leveraged with intention — not used as a substitute for direction 3. Success without alignment leads to burnout and emptiness 4. Serving others creates meaning; helping from ego creates hierarchy 5. Education must evolve to include vocation alongside profession Florian is the author of On Vocation: How to Align Your Purpose with Your Profession and has helped over 150 individuals build structured, purpose-driven pathways toward meaningful impact. 🔗 Connect with Florian: Linkedin: https://share.google/aDJaGsNOEj6WZnjNK Website: https://www.buildingbridges.org/speaker/florian-kemmerich/ If this episode challenged or inspired you, please share it with someone navigating career uncertainty in the age of AI. 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share to help us continue finding better — together.

🎉 This is Episode 200 of the Finding Better Podcast — and it’s all about YOU. In this special milestone episode, John reflects on two years, 200 conversations, 3,000+ subscribers, and the unexpected joy of building a community focused on real-life experiences — not opinions. From Santorini, Greece to your living room, this episode is a heartfelt thank you — and a powerful roadmap for what’s ahead in 2026. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. The 3 core principles behind every breakthrough: Curiosity, Clarity, and Courage 2. Why experience matters more than opinion 3. How 52 great ideas a year can completely transform your life 4. The truth about money, credit cards, and building real wealth 5. Why AI is the most important career skill you can learn right now 6. What parents must understand about teens and technology 7. Why failing fast is the fastest way forward 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Curiosity is a muscle — if you don’t use it, you lose it. 2. Wealth isn’t about how much you make — it’s about how much you keep and invest. 3. AI isn’t coming — it’s already here. Learn it or risk being replaced by it. 4. Surround yourself with people who support your growth, not those who pull you back. 5. One great idea per week = 52 life-changing ideas per year. 🌐 New Website Launching April 1st: Visit johnsuzuki.com for exciting updates and new resources. If this podcast has impacted you in any way, please Like, Subscribe, and Share. Let’s make 2026 your best year ever.

What if the secret to stronger relationships, better leadership, and a more meaningful life starts with one simple choice? 💛 In EP 199 of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with keynote speaker and author Greg Bennick to explore the power of kindness — not as a cliché, but as a strategy for life and business. Greg shares insights from his book Reclaim the Moment: Seven Strategies to Build a Better Now and explains why believing in the possibility of kindness can completely change how we show up in the world. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: • Why kindness is the foundation of authentic connection • How being kind to yourself changes everything • The hidden cost of comparison culture and social media • Why success can be more intimidating than failure • How to “spin up” instead of spiraling down • What it really means to reclaim the present moment 💡 Key Takeaways: • Kindness is a choice — and it’s always available. • You can’t pour into others if you’re not kind to yourself first. • Comparison steals joy; presence restores it. • Growth requires leaping into the unknown. • When you lift one person, you lift the world. Connect with Greg Bennick: Website: https://www.gregbennick.com Student Programs: https://www.amazingassemblies.com If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs a reminder that kindness still matters. Like, subscribe, and help us continue building a community focused on growth, authenticity, and finding better.

As artificial intelligence accelerates and technology reshapes how we live and work, one essential human truth becomes clearer than ever: we’ve gotten smarter, but we’ve forgotten our heart. In this episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki welcomes back author and speaker Kim Sorrelle for a powerful conversation about love—not as a feeling or transaction, but as a way of being. Drawing from her book Love Is and her journey studying the meaning of love through lived experience, Kim reframes what love really means in relationships, leadership, trust, and human connection. Together, John and Kim explore why love is becoming more important—not less—in the age of AI, and why true human connection can never be replaced by technology. In this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why love is not transactional and never a “two-way street” 2. How expectations quietly sabotage relationships 3. What “Love is patient, love is kind” really means in everyday life 4. Why trust changes everything in relationships and leadership 5. How love becomes the defining human advantage in an AI-driven world 6. Why learning to love yourself may be the hardest—and most important—work 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Love is not something you trade—it’s something you live 2. Expectations turn love into disappointment 3. Trust first creates stronger human connection 4. Technology amplifies intelligence, but love defines humanity 5. Understanding love transforms how we lead, relate, and live 📘 Guest: Kim Sorrelle, author of Love Is 👍 If this conversation resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a reminder of what truly matters. Connect with Kim: Website: https://www.kimsorrelle.com Facebook: https://tiny.one/kimsfacebookpage Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-langlois-sorrelle-11079523/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimsorrelle/?hl=en Youtube: https://tiny.one/kimsorrelleyoutube TV Show: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bold+brave+tv+heart+%26+soul Amazon Book Links: 1. https://tiny.one/loveisonamazon 2. https://www.amazon.com/Cry-Until-You-Laugh-Funny/dp/1630472697/ref=sr_1_6?crid=DDLLDDUVGPXD&keywords=cry+until+you+laugh+book&qid=1705248198&sprefix=cry+until%2Caps%2C199&sr=8-6

What does it really take to succeed — and get promoted — in today’s rapidly changing, AI-driven world? In this episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Keith Anderson, founder of Career Alchemy Lab and former leader at Google, Uber, Meta, and YouTube. Together, they unpack why performance alone is no longer enough — and why trust, perception, and human connection matter more than ever. Keith shares firsthand insights from sitting inside promotion rooms at Big Tech companies and explains why being “great at your job” doesn’t automatically make you a safe bet for leadership. As AI reshapes how work gets done, the next era of success belongs to those who lead with humanity, intuition, and clarity. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why strong performers often get overlooked for promotions 2. The difference between being likable and being promotion-ready 3. How leaders decide who is a “safe bet” for advancement 4. Why storytelling matters more than checklists and metrics 5. How human connection protects careers during layoffs and disruption 6. What skills will matter most as AI transforms the workplace 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Promotions are driven by trust, not just results 2. Leaders advocate for people they can clearly “tell a story” about 3. Human connection is a career survival skill in the AI era 4. Career growth requires shaping perception, not just doing good work 👍 If you found this valuable, please like, subscribe, and share the episode with someone navigating their career right now. Connect with Keith: Website: https://keithanderson.io/MediaPartnerships Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/keithand

What if getting fired wasn’t the end — but the beginning of the life you were meant to live? In this powerful and deeply human episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Merry Korn, whose life changed forever after being fired just two months into what she thought would be her final job before retirement. As a single parent with two teenagers headed to college, the fear was overwhelming — but what followed was extraordinary. Merry shares how that moment of despair became the foundation for a mission-driven business that eventually employed over 1,300 people across 30 states, many of whom had severe disabilities and were considered “unemployable” by society. Inspired by her mother, a Holocaust survivor, and the legacy of Oskar Schindler, Merry redefined what meaningful work can look like — and how purpose, courage, and listening to the inner voice can change everything. In this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why getting fired can sometimes be a hidden gift 2. How listening to your inner voice can change your life’s direction 3. What fear actually teaches us — and how to move through it 4. The power of gratitude during life’s hardest moments 5. How purpose and service can transform work into meaning 6. Why alignment matters more than security 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Rock bottom can become your strongest foundation 2. Fear shrinks when action begins 3. Purpose often reveals itself in moments of crisis 4. Gratitude is a powerful antidote to despair 5. Meaningful work can change lives — including your own If you’re facing uncertainty, job insecurity, or a major life transition, this episode will remind you that sometimes the path forward begins where you least expect it. 👉 Listen, reflect, and find what “better” looks like for you. If this episode resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who might need to hear it today. Connect with Merry: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrykorn/ Website: https://firedtoinspired.com/

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your skills, your background, or your circumstances — but a single belief you’ve been carrying your whole life? In this powerful episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Robert White, a transformational architect who went from growing up in poverty and surviving three heart attacks to leading two million-graduate learning organizations, retiring at 46, losing everything, and rebuilding a life rooted in joy, meaning, and satisfaction. This conversation goes deep into identity, belief systems, and what it really means to live an extraordinary life — beyond money, titles, and external success. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. What a “transformational architect” really does 2. How early life beliefs quietly shape success, health, and relationships 3. Why “I am not enough” is the most dangerous belief we hold 4. The difference between wanting more and chasing worth 5. How success without joy can still leave you empty 6. Practical ways to shift perspective and raise self-awareness 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Transformation isn’t about what you see — it’s about where you’re looking from 2. Achievement can’t replace joy, satisfaction, and self-acceptance 3. Letting go of “I’m not enough” creates instant internal relief 4. Awareness is the gateway to meaningful change 5. You don’t need permission to pursue joy — you’ve already earned it Connect with Robert: 1. Website: https://www.extraordinarypeople.com/Welcome-to-Extraordinary-People-and-Robert-White/ 2. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.white1 Robert's Book: https://www.amazon.in/Living-Extraordinary-Life-Robert-White/dp/097053910X 👍 If this episode resonated, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs to hear this message today.

Happy New Year 2026 🎉 In this special New Year episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki shares a powerful and deeply personal message about how to make 2026 your best year ever — not through resolutions, but through choices. John reflects on his own life journey, the power of personal responsibility, and lessons from history that prove even in the hardest circumstances, we still have agency over who we become. This episode challenges you to rethink how you approach time, growth, adversity, and opportunity — especially as we enter a world rapidly changing with artificial intelligence. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: 1. Why your life at the end of 2026 will be shaped by the choices you make today 2. How taking responsibility can be the most empowering moment of your life 3. What the story of Japanese American WWII soldiers teaches us about resilience 4. How to stop negative self-talk and reframe it with one simple word: yet 5. Why getting 1% better every day compounds into massive life change 6. How curiosity and “scrappiness” are essential skills in the age of AI 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. No decision is still a decision — choose intentionally 2. You can empower or disempower yourself every single day 3. Growth doesn’t happen overnight, but it always compounds 4. Curiosity is a muscle — and it can change your future 5. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed about the year ahead, this episode will help you reset your mindset and move forward with clarity and confidence. 👉 Download American Grit for free at johnsuzuki.com If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs encouragement as we start this new year.

The world is changing faster than ever — from AI-driven disruption to career uncertainty — and many people are wondering what comes next. In this powerful episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki sits down with Andrew Brummer, leadership coach and author of Leading Magnanimously, to talk about reinvention, mindset, and how to move forward when the ground shifts beneath your feet. After receiving the call no one wants to get at age 53, Andrew chose service over panic and transformed uncertainty into purpose. What followed was a global coaching journey spanning continents, industries, and cultures — proving that it’s never too late to start again. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why mindset — and “heartset” — determine how you handle change 2. How taking action quickly can break fear-based spirals 3. Why serving others is often the fastest path to clarity and momentum 4. How Andrew built a thriving coaching practice without a degree or network 5. The power of asking yourself the right questions at critical moments 6. Why leadership always starts with leading yourself 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. You may not control what happens to you, but you always control your response 2. Energy builds energy — action creates momentum 3. Helping others can pull you out of your own fear and uncertainty 4. Reinvention is possible at any age when values guide decisions If you’re navigating change, uncertainty, or reinvention, this episode will give you perspective, tools, and hope. 👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement right now. Connect with Andrew: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewbrummer/ Twitter: https://x.com/AndrewBrummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ardunan.village/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ardunan Website: https://www.ardunan.com

In this special holiday episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki shares a heartfelt solo reflection on love, forgiveness, gratitude, and finding peace in a divided world. As the holiday season brings both joy and tension, John offers a powerful reminder: we are far more connected than we realize. Through personal stories, thought-provoking perspective shifts, and deeply human lessons, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect—with yourself and with others. John explores why the opposite of love isn’t hate, but fear… how forgiveness can literally lift a lifetime of emotional weight… and why gratitude may be one of the most powerful tools we have for mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re preparing for a difficult family gathering, feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, or simply looking for meaning during the holidays, this conversation is an invitation to find peace—starting within. In this episode, you’ll hear about: 1. Why we are all more connected than we think 2. How forgiveness can free you, even when the other person isn’t present 3. Why fear—not hate—is the true opposite of love 4. How gratitude shifts your mindset and emotional health 5. What “Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me” really means This episode is about choosing love, practicing grace, and remembering what the holidays are truly about. If this message resonates, please share it with someone who may need it.

What if the reason your relationships feel hard isn’t communication… but your nervous system? In this episode of the Finding Better Podcast, John Suzuki sits down with Diane McDowell, creator of the Brain to Heart Code, to explore why love can feel unsafe even when everything else in life is working. Diane explains how our brains are wired for survival—not connection—and how a hidden “brain hijack” can turn the people we love most into perceived threats. Together, John and Diane unpack how emotional disconnection happens, why willpower and communication tools aren’t enough, and how learning to regulate your nervous system can completely change how you show up in relationships—from romantic partnerships to work and everyday life. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why most relationship struggles aren’t about communication 2. How the “brain hijack” turns closeness into perceived danger 3. Why shame and self-blame keep relationship cycles stuck 4. How emotional safety changes everything—without needing your partner to change 5. The power of calming your nervous system in moments that matter 6. Why changing your energy can change the entire relationship dynamic 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Your brain is designed for safety, not connection—and that matters in love 2. Understanding your nervous system removes shame and blame 3. It only takes one regulated person to shift a relationship 4. Emotional safety starts from the inside out 5. You don’t need to fix yourself—you need to feel safe being you Connect with Diane McDowell: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-mcdowell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diane_pqc/ Website: https://www.powerfulquestionscoaching.com/ 👉 If this conversation resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share this episode. Your support helps us continue bringing real conversations about finding better—together.

Want success that fuels you — not drains you? 🚀 In this conversation, Dorota Kosiorek (neuroscience coach, ex-consultant) explains how she hit the “success wall,” rewired her high-achiever brain, and designed a version of success that brings peace and productivity. John Suzuki sits down with Dorota Kosiorek — a former consultant turned neuroscience coach for high achievers — to unpack the mental tools that let you keep winning without burning out. Over 13+ years in high-pressure corporate & startup roles Dorota discovered achievement without peace isn’t success. In this episode we cover practical brain training exercises, the power of one-word shifts, mental rehearsal used by elite athletes, and how to build boundaries and routines that protect your energy. Inside this conversation you’ll learn: 1. Why the words “have to” vs “get to” change how your brain experiences work. 2. How the prefrontal cortex explains why mornings are prime for deep work. 3. Simple, science-backed exercises (mental rehearsal, visualization) to build confidence and skill. 4. How to use the 80/20 rule to stop perfecting low-value tasks and focus on what moves the needle. 5. Practical steps to say “no,” set boundaries, and rehearse difficult conversations. 6. Why adding the word “yet” unlocks a growth mindset for high achievers. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Reframe language: swap “I have to” → “I get to” (and add “yet” to limiting beliefs). 2. Prioritize deep work in the morning — your prefrontal cortex is freshest then. 3. Train your brain like an athlete: mental rehearsal builds confidence and improves performance. 4. Use the 80/20 rule to focus energy on the 20% that creates 80% of value. 5. Start small with daily micro-practices to build sustainable change (boundaries, visualization, morning rituals). Connect with Doroa: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorotakosiorek Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindbydorota/ Facebook: https://www.ook: facebook.com/dorota.kosiorek.56/ If this episode helped you rethink success, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and share with a high achiever who needs this. Comment below: what one word will you change today — “have” → “get” or add “yet”?

Want a life that actually matters — not just more stuff? 🎧 In this episode, John Suzuki sits down with Alan Lazaros, founder & CEO of Next Level University, to unpack what it really means to optimize for fulfillment — not just happiness or success. After surviving a near-fatal car accident at 26, Alan rebuilt his life around purpose, personal development, and reaching one’s full potential. Together, John and Alan explore the mathematics of consistency, the compounding effect of tiny daily improvements, and why being “healthy, wealthy, and in love” is so rare — yet worth striving for. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why “fulfillment” (not quick happiness) is the real north star 2. How 0.1% daily improvement compounds into massive life outcomes 3. How to reframe setbacks as turning points toward purpose 4. Why health, wealth, and love are “three full-time jobs” 5. How to play the long game using math, mindset, and meaning 6. Why community and belonging will be the next true competitive edge 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Small, consistent improvement beats intensity — every time 2. Fulfillment is a by-product of pursuing your full potential 3. True balance in health, wealth, and love requires intention 4. The rate of change is exponential — human connection is the anchor Connect with Alan: Facebook: www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Instagram: www.instagram.com/alazaros88 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextLevelUniversity Website: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com If this episode gave you something to think about, hit Like, Subscribe, and Share — and tell us one area you’ll improve by 1% today.

🍂 A Thanksgiving special from John Suzuki — gratitude as a daily practice that transforms your life. In this special Thanksgiving edition of Finding Better, host and guest John Suzuki shares a heartfelt, evergreen message about gratitude — why it matters, how it changes your brain and relationships, and a simple 60-second exercise you can do anywhere. John reads a brief ChatGPT summary of the science behind gratitude, shares personal stories (including a multi-generation gratitude ritual), and gives practical steps to make gratitude part of your everyday life. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: neural benefits of gratitude; a 60-second practice; how gratitude deepens relationships; how to use gratitude during difficult family moments; and John’s personal ancestor gratitude ritual. 💡 Key Takeaways: Gratitude strengthens neural pathways for optimism — practice consistently. A short routine anchors you in the present and supports resilience. Expressing appreciation deepens relationships and reduces conflict. If this episode helped you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share — and try saying “thank you” to someone today. Leave a comment with your 60-second gratitude experience.

🌱 Feeling restless after years of success? This episode is for you — midlife reinvention doesn’t have to be scary. John Suzuki sits down with Shelley McIntyre, a reinvention partner who helps midlife professionals step out of their corporate identities and into meaningful second-act careers. Together, they explore what it means to hear the “little voice,” rebuild curiosity, and make courageous transitions without fear and doubt taking over. Whether you’re exploring consulting, creative work, entrepreneurship, or a personal pivot, this episode delivers grounded, compassionate guidance for reinventing your next chapter. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why you must stop ignoring the “little voice” — and what it’s trying to tell you. 2. How to explore new passions safely while still employed. 3. How curiosity and imagination get crushed — and how to reignite them. 4. The story-driven method Shelley uses to uncover true identity and core values. 5. Why reinvention is a layered process, not a dramatic leap. 6. The growing importance of human skills, community, and empathy in the age of AI. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Follow curiosity in small, manageable moments — it compounds over time. 2. Ask 10 people: “When I’m at my best, what am I like?” to reveal your essence. 3. Your corporate mask is not your identity — it can be safely peeled back. 4. Reinvention requires both safety and support; choose your circle wisely. 5. Human connection is becoming more valuable as technology accelerates. Connect with Shelly McIntyre: 1. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burnthemapcoaching/ 2. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-mcintyre/ 3. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BurntheMapCoaching If this conversation resonated, please like, subscribe, and share. And comment below with one curiosity you’ll follow this week.

🎧 Betting on yourself when the odds are against you — that's Chuck Cuda's story. In this episode John Suzuki sits down with Chuck Cuda, author of Ego Strength: Betting on Myself, to unpack how one life-altering choice led to prison and ultimately became the catalyst for a purpose-driven life, entrepreneurship, and legacy-building. Chuck walks us through the raw moments of accountability, the hustle of rebuilding (vending routes, UPS nights, bartending), and the strategic moves that turned small wins into businesses in real estate, physical therapy, and cannabis. This is practical, no-fluff advice for anyone facing setbacks. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: How a single Thanksgiving moment of accountability changed Chuck’s trajectory. The mindset shift from “victim” to owner of your choices. Tactical steps Chuck used to re-enter the workforce, rebuild income, and scale businesses. How curiosity and willingness to do “whatever it takes” unlock new opportunity channels. Real examples of asset-first thinking — buying, fixing, and flipping to build capital. Leadership lessons on legacy, employee development, and scaling people as well as companies. 💡 Key Takeaways: Accountability is the power switch — stop blaming, start acting. Do the work: temporary, humble jobs can fund the comeback and teach resilience. Create repeatable plans and rinse + repeat — consistency wins. Capitalize on small, local, distressed opportunities; parlay returns into bigger plays. Fear is the main limiter — manage risk, experiment early, and learn fast. Connect with Chuck: [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-cuda/ https://www.chuckcuda.com If you got value from this episode, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this comeback story. Leave a review — it helps more people find honest stories of growth.

🎙️ From a controlling childhood in a religious cult, to two combat tours in Iraq, to calling the shots as a live TV director — Logan’s story is one of survival, radical responsibility, and reinvention. In this episode, John Suzuki sits down with Logan to unpack the choices, the low points, and the moment that changed everything — the decision to fight not only for himself but to model resilience for his daughter. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1.How a strict cult upbringing shaped identity and led to suicidal thinking — and how Logan escaped. 2. Why joining the Air Force became both a refuge and a source of further trauma (two tours in Iraq). 3. The ways PTSD and hypervigilance followed him home, and how those effects show up in daily life. 4. The turning point: the thought that saved him and led to sobriety and radical action. 5. How Logan cold-called his way into TV directing — and why pursuing a dream is part of healing. 6. What “radical responsibility” really means and practical steps listeners can use to take control. 7. How to lead by example so your life becomes a blueprint, not a warning, for the next generation. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Healing often begins with a single conscious decision to stop waiting for rescue and start taking responsibility. 2. Trauma compounds when left unaddressed; professional help + sustained action are critical. 3. Purpose (like Logan’s directing dream) can be a powerful vehicle for recovery. 4. Leading by example — especially for children — can reframe personal struggle into legacy. Connect with Logan: 🌐 Website – https://www.theloganunlimited.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theloganunlimited/ 💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganunlimited/ If this episode hit you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share — and leave a review so we can keep bringing forward stories that help us all find better.

US Veterans Day Special — What happens when military grit meets entrepreneurship? In this special episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki sits down with Army Ranger veteran and Casago founder & CEO Steve Schwab to trace a remarkable journey: from joining the Army to running the largest vacation rental management company in North America. Steve shares the real, practical lessons he learned in uniform and on the road — lessons that translate to every leader, manager, and person pivoting careers. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. Why joining the military (and the small wins inside it) builds the confidence entrepreneurs need. 2. How Steve designed and built his life by surrounding himself with the right people. 3. The surprising overlap between leading soldiers, running a fraternity, and managing vacation rentals. 4. Practical advice for vets (and civilians) transitioning into business or leadership roles. 5. How to spot poisonous relationships and the power of choosing good people. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Confidence is a stack of small wins — design systems so people can win often. 2. Surround yourself with people who lift you; people are either healthy or poisonous. 3. Discipline, courage, kindness, and loyalty are leadership cornerstones — discipline can be aspirational and built. 4. Military experience creates transferable skills for entrepreneurship: structure, risk tolerance, and leadership under pressure. 5. Start scrappy, be resourceful, and lead with humility — build teams with complementary skills. Connect with Steve Schwab: 💼 LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/s.schwab If you liked this episode, please like, subscribe, and share — and leave a comment below with a veteran or leader who’s inspired you.

💬 From Teenage Mom to Financial Truth-Teller — you deserve to feel confident with money. In this episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki talks with Linda Grizely, CFP®, money coach and creator of the MeMoney™ method. Linda went from being a teen mom who dropped out of high school to building a life and career rooted in truth, not performance. She teaches women how to stop living by other people’s expectations, start with themselves, and create financial confidence without judgment or lectures. Inside this conversation you’ll learn: Why “better” doesn’t always look like growth on paper — and why that’s okay. How your relationship with money starts with who you are (not just numbers). Linda’s MeMoney™ approach: mindset + practical steps to feel in control of your finances. Real, actionable money moves: stop carrying credit-card interest, use the snowball/avalanche strategy, and build simple saving habits. How slow, honest becoming (not hustle culture) creates sustainable financial wellbeing. Linda’s personal journey: becoming a mom at 16, rebuilding after divorce, and choosing work that aligns with purpose. 💡 Key Takeaways: The path to “better” doesn’t always look like growth on paper — it’s often slow, steady, and internal. You need to start with you — your identity and values shape financial choices. Wealth is built by what you keep, not only what you make — control spending, eliminate high-interest debt. Small, consistent habits beat dramatic short-term fixes. 🔗 Guest Resources: Linda Grizely — Books on resilience, attitude & growth: https://www.lindagriz.com/books 🎧 If this episode helped you: Like, Subscribe & Share. 🗣️ Comment below: What’s one small money habit you’ll start this week?

🔥Feeling soul-tired? This episode shows you how to reset—fast. In this episode John Suzuki sits down with performance coach and resilience expert Jenny Evans to unpack a different, science-backed approach to stress: start with your body, not just your mind. Jenny explains why stress is first a chemical-biological event (adrenaline, cortisol, noradrenaline) and shares two practical tools anyone can use: a 30–60 second microburst to change your chemistry, and a beliefs-/purpose-driven practice to change your psychology. Perfect for busy people who need quick, usable techniques to stop “white-knuckling” through life. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. What actually happens chemically when stress hits and why mindset alone often fails. 2. The microburst: 30–60 seconds of intense movement that burns off cortisol and triggers “bliss” molecules. 3. Simple microburst examples you can do anywhere (burpees, stair sprints, squat jumps, push-ups under your desk). 4. Why cortisol lingers (up to ~3 hours) and how small interventions reduce cumulative load. 5. How clarity of belief and purpose strengthens resilience and brings your advanced brain back online. 6. How to create a personal “compass” (vs. a roadmap) and use it to reduce decision fatigue and stress. 7. Real-life stories and practical ways to embed these tools into work and parenting life. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. 30–60 seconds of intense physical activity (a microburst) can rapidly shift your chemistry and reduce stress. 2. Cortisol can linger — so schedule small physiological resets through the day. 3. Clarity about your beliefs/purpose acts as a buffer: it brings the neocortex online and changes how you respond. 4. You don’t need long routines—short, targeted practices beat autopilot stress. Guest promo link: jennyevans.com/bestlife 🔔 If you found value in this episode, like, subscribe, and share — and tell us one small microburst you tried this week!

🌙Stop trying to be the same every day — design your life around what actually moves you forward. John Suzuki talks with Amy Lenius — speaker, coach, and Director of Group Coaching at Next Level University — about redefining success through three foundational pillars: self-worth, self-belief, and consistency. Amy shares her journey from chronic illness to full recovery, how curiosity and holistic care transformed her life, and why understanding cyclical female energy (the “four seasons” of a month) changes productivity, relationships, and wellbeing. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: 1. The three pillars that create sustainable momentum: self-worth, self-belief, and consistency. 2. How Amy safely came off medications, rebuilt health holistically, and reclaimed her life. 3. Practical ways to leverage your monthly cycle for creativity, focus, and rest. 4. Why “small, unsexy fundamentals” over years beat quick fixes every time. 5. How to borrow belief and use mentoring to bridge gaps in confidence. 6. How to reorganize work and relationships around biological rhythm to reduce shame and increase empathy. 💡 Key Takeaways: 1. Small, consistent actions compounded over years produce real transformation. 2. Knowing your cyclical energy unlocks better scheduling for creative vs. administrative work. 3. Self-belief has three layers: possible, possible for me, and worth it — address all three. 4. Reframing identity from “sick” or “stuck” to “in progress” opens the door to change. Guest promo link: https://www.instagram.com/amylenius/# 📣If this episode helped you, like the video, subscribe for more lived wisdom, and share with a friend — especially a partner or friend who’d benefit from understanding cyclical energy.

✨ Want to design a life you truly love? In this episode, Lillian Savoie shows how listening to your spirit, clearing energetic layers, and reclaiming your story can create real, lasting change. John Suzuki welcomes returning guest Lillian Savoie — host of Awaken Change and author of Fill Your Soul the Feminine Way — to dive deep into intuitive living and energetic healing. They explore how to listen to your aura, how science is validating spiritual energy, and how parasites — physical, emotional, and even human — can block your growth. Through personal stories, including John’s powerful revelation about forgiveness, this episode explores how cleansing your energy can transform your life from within. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: What your aura and biofield really are — and why they matter. How intuition speaks through energetic layers before physical symptoms appear. Practical tools for cleansing your spiritual, emotional, and mental energy. The truth about parasites — both in the body and in our relationships. Why forgiveness may be the ultimate energetic detox. How observing, noticing, and accepting leads to peace and clarity. 💡 Key Takeaways: Observe → Notice → Take Action → Accept — acceptance completes the healing loop. Intuition sends early signals through your energetic field — learn to catch them. Energy cleansing supports both your emotional and physical health. Forgiveness releases decades of emotional “parasites” and frees your spirit. You can’t skip steps — healing happens layer by layer. Learn more from Lillian Savoie on her podcast Awaken Change, where she shares deep teachings, solo episodes, and real-life conversations about spiritual awakenings — not just in the ethers, but grounded in everyday life. Discover how to bring these powerful tools into your own journey of growth and transformation. 🎧 Listen here: Awaken Change Podcast 📘 Explore her book: Fill Your Soul the Feminine Way Visit her website for more : https://awakenchange.com/ If this episode helped you notice something you’ve been holding onto — a pattern, a story, or a person — share it with a friend. Subscribe and comment with one small way you’re choosing to listen to your spirit this week. 💫 👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share to help others find better. #FindingBetterPodcast #JohnSuzuki #LillianSavoie #AwakenChange #IntuitiveLiving #EnergyHealing #SpiritualGrowth #AuraCleansing #ForgivenessJourney #MindBodySpirit #EmotionalDetox #FeminineEnergy #HolisticHealing #SelfAwareness #PersonalTransformation

🎧 When your business collapses, your health is on the line, and your relationships fray — how do you rebuild? Ken Cox did it with grit, humor, and a boxing glove. John Suzuki sits down with Ken Cox — founder of River City Internet Group and inlink.com — to unpack a life that’s equal parts chaos and comeback. From growing up in hardship, to early success in web hosting, to near-bankruptcy and a life-threatening health wake-up call, Ken shares the messy, human story behind resilience. We talk sobriety, the healing power of community and structure, why he learned to laugh at himself, and how teaching kids in a boxing gym helped him find purpose again. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: How Ken’s early tech and film background shaped his entrepreneurial path. The contract and growth story that led to exploding success — and the lessons from a sudden collapse. Why Ken refused to “walk away” from customers and how that choice reshaped his life and business. The role of boxing, routine, and community in recovery and mental clarity. How teaching kids helped Ken find meaning and led to a new business model and purpose. Practical tactics Ken used to stop drinking and rebuild relationships and health. How to hold space for both seriousness and humor while owning hard chapters of life. 💡 Key Takeaways: Own your story — transparency and humor help transform trauma into wisdom. Small, consistent disciplines (an hour a day) rebuild brain and life routines. Community & service (teaching kids) can be a pathway from survival to purpose. At the end of the day, it’s not about the fall — it’s about how you fight your way back. Ken Cox reminds us that rebuilding starts with humility, humor, and heart. 🥊 #FindingBetterPodcast #JohnSuzuki #KenCox #Resilience #ComebackStory #EntrepreneurMindset #MentalHealthMatters #RecoveryJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #BoxingForLife #Sobriety #LeadershipLessons #RebuildYourLife #FromFailureToFreedom #InspirationDaily

Feeling exhausted despite “having it all”? Learn how to rewire your brain for calm and creativity with Jason Munson. 🌊🧠 John Suzuki sits down with Jason Munson, author of Rewire for Calm: How to Break the Cycle of Stress and Thrive. Jason shares his real story — the outward “dream life” that hid deep depression — and the neuroscience-backed practices he used to break free, rebuild his purpose, and help others do the same. If chronic stress is stealing your creativity, relationships, or joy, this episode is for you. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: How Jason’s “perfect” Amazon success led to a crushing depression and the moment that changed everything. Why building an ideal vision of the future can interrupt the stress cycle. Practical neuroscience-based techniques to shift from stress to calm on demand. How to spot the signs that stress is sabotaging your life and work. Steps to move from surviving to designing a life that brings joy and meaning. 💡 Key Takeaways: Chronic stress can be interrupted and retrained — it’s not permanent. Creating a vivid, no-limits vision of the future is a powerful antidote to rumination. Small, repeatable mental practices can flip you from anxious to creative in the moment. If you found value, please like, comment which exercise you’ll try, subscribe, and share with someone who needs calm. #MentalHealthAwareness #OvercomingDepression #PurposeDrivenLife #CreativeFlow #ThriveNotSurvive #EmotionalResilience #AuthenticSuccess #MindfulnessMatters #PodcastInterview #TransformationStories #InnerPeace #GrowthMindset #WorkLifeBalance #FulfillmentOverSuccess #ShareTheCalm

Feeling stuck? Troy Horne — Broadway performer, bestselling author, and coach — shows why believing in yourself is the first move toward a bigger, braver life. John Suzuki sits down with Troy Horne (Mental Toughness for Young Athletes) to talk about heart, hustle, and habits that help us rise above the noise of doubt and comparison. From humble beginnings to Broadway, record deals, and meeting Kobe Bryant, Troy’s story is proof that when you follow your heart and keep showing up, extraordinary things happen. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: How a single decision can change your entire direction. The power of “quiet walking” to hear your own intuition. Why persistence beats privilege every time. How to reframe failure into feedback and keep going. The secret behind Troy’s mantra: “He can do, she can do — why not me?” 💡 Key Takeaways: Trust your heart — not your fear. Make space for silence; that’s where your next step comes from. Keep showing up — that’s the only secret. Failure is learning in disguise. You owe your gifts to the world. If this episode inspired you, hit Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reminder to believe in themselves. Comment below what step you’ll take this week toward your dream. #BelieveInYourself #MindsetMatters #KeepShowingUp #FollowYourHeart #PersistencePaysOff #RiseAbove #DreamBig #FaithOverFear #GrowthMindset #YouCanDoIt

Two minutes you’ll want to hear: Jim Carlough breaks down leadership into six simple, life-ready pillars — starting with integrity and moving through empathy, compassion, and focus — in a conversation that’s as practical for CEOs as it is for parents. Host John Suzuki sits with Jim to unpack real stories, including how promises and heart kept a team together during a multi-year technology transition. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: Why integrity is the non-negotiable first pillar and the nightly question Jim still asks himself. How empathy and compassion transform parenting and workplace culture — not weaken leadership. Practical steps Jim used to keep a team engaged during a painful technology sunset. How to create clear focus and align teams around a single, prioritized goal. Real-world examples showing the difference between management (assigned) and leadership (earned). Actionable tactics to support people through change without losing trust or momentum. 💡 Key Takeaways: Integrity first: ask “Did I benefit at another’s expense?” and fix it if the answer is yes. Lead with heart: empathy and compassion are leadership strengths, not soft skills. Make transitions human: give advance notice, paid training time, and job-search help. Focus wins: remove noise, dig into the problem, and model the work. Leadership applies everywhere — from executive teams to stay-at-home parenting. If you found this helpful, like, subscribe, and share — and turn on notifications so you don’t miss future episodes with practical leadership lessons from people who’ve lived them.

🎧 If someone you love struggles with reading or writing, this episode is required listening — Russell Van Brocklin explains a practical, low-cost approach that moves students rapidly from struggling readers to advanced comprehender. John Suzuki welcomes Russell Van Brocklin, a dyslexia professor and practitioner who has translated structured literacy into bite-sized multisensory routines that produce measurable progress in months — not years. Russell shares his research-backed program, classroom examples, and the surprising “specialty-first” rule that unlocks deep learning for dyslexic students. Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: Why word analysis followed by articulation changes everything. The “specialty rule” — how teaching through what the student cares about drives rapid progress. Simple, repeatable writing exercises that build spelling, grammar, and reading simultaneously. How to make students hyper-focused on improvement (and why retryping mistakes matters). Real-world outcomes: students moving from 2nd–3rd grade levels to graduate-school-level performance. 💡 Key Takeaways: Start with the student’s specialty — ignite motivation first. Use word analysis then articulation to scaffold correct language production. Require accurate, repeated output (retyping mistakes) to build automaticity. Typing on a real keyboard + audio follow-along helps vocabulary and comprehension. Progress is measurable and can happen in months with consistent multisensory practice. Like, Subscribe & Share with a parent or teacher who needs this.

🔥 From deep debt to multi-millions — at 54. This one will change how you think about risk, marketing, and leadership. John Suzuki sits down with Jeanne Omlor — Business Strategist, multi-7-figure online coach, and Certified Servant Leadership Executive Coach — to unpack the real, repeatable moves she used to go from a solo parent in deep debt to $1M in 17 months (all organic) and multi-millions within 5 years. Jeanne has helped nearly 500 businesses thrive online and works privately with top CEOs and icons. This episode is full of practical mindset shifts, simple marketing tactics, and leadership lessons you can use right away. Inside this conversation you’ll learn: How Jeanne decided to bet on herself and pivot online at 54. Why organic conversations (not ads) became her highest-leverage channel. The exact mindset shifts that removed “built-in failure” and accelerated results. How to pick a sustainable business model (services vs product) when money is tight. Ways to simplify offers so prospects buy faster (high-ticket clarity). How to be present for family while building a thriving business. Actionable steps to find your niche and validate it with real conversations. 💡 Key Takeaways Always bet on yourself — even from a hard place. Simplicity scales: make offers and messaging that are easy to understand and fix. 900 meaningful conversations taught Jeanne how to sell organically — go talk to customers. Be all-in or let it go: stop living in purgatory with one foot on the dock and one foot on the boat. You’re worthy and ready now — stop waiting for one more certification. Guest resources & client results: See real client feedback and results from Jeanne’s program: https://jeanneomlor.com/reviews/ If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Subscribe, and Share — and tell us which part changed your thinking in the comments. Want more episodes like this? Hit the bell 🔔.

🌿 You don’t need to become more — you need to remember who you already are. In this episode of Finding Better, John Suzuki sits down with Markus Neukom — speaker, mentor, and founder of the Institute of CFLI and The Stillness Council. With 20+ years helping leaders, Markus reframes imposter syndrome as a symptom of a deeper “authenticity struggle.” This is not another motivational pep talk — it’s a practical, soulful conversation about how stillness (not silence) reconnects you to your true design so pressure drops and leadership rises. Inside this conversation you’ll learn: Why imposter syndrome is often a symptom, not the root cause. The “authenticity struggle”: what it is and why it’s so common among successful people. How stillness functions as alignment — and how it reveals your next right move. Practical first steps to notice and begin to dissolve the invisible ceilings holding you bank. Why admitting “I don’t know myself” is often the bravest, most effective choice. How soul, heart, gut and brain interact — and how to listen to them more clearly. Markus’s personal story of hitting low points during COVID and the nine-month rebirth that followed. 💡 Key takeaways: Imposter syndrome can be reframed: start by diagnosing the authenticity struggle. The single deliberate decision that starts healing: admit you don’t fully know yourself. Stillness is action aligned — not passive; it’s the clearest route to better choices. Ego and pride often mask as competence — humility and curiosity unlock real strength. Reconnection to soul (and listening practices) accelerates the move from striving → presence. 🔗 Guest / Resources Markus Neukom — Institute of CFLI & The Stillness Council https://www.linkedin.com/in/markusneukom/ 👉 If this episode landed for you — please Like, Subscribe, and Share. Drop a comment: What’s one place you can practice stillness today?

🤖 Are you intimidated by AI — or curious how to actually make it work for your business? In this episode of Finding Better, host John Suzuki speaks with Hunter Jensen, Founder & CEO of Barefoot Solutions / Barefoot Labs, about practical, secure ways businesses and everyday people can adopt AI. Hunter has 20+ years building ROI-driven software for companies like Microsoft and Salesforce, and now helps CEOs operationalize private AI with products like Compass. 💡In this conversation, you’ll learn: Why AI is a civilizational shift — and how to think about it as leaders and humans. The difference between public chatbots and private, secure AI that can connect to your internal systems. The hidden risk of shadow AI and simple steps to discover and stop it. How to start small (CoPilot / Gemini + show-and-tells) and scale to a private LLM platform. Real ROI examples: a patent attorney saving 8 hours/week, speeding government permitting demos, and doubling proposal capacity for a defense contractor. Hunter’s founder lessons — bootstrapping from a Craigslist job to a product company and leading through reinvention. 🔒Key Takeaways Beyond ChatGPT: Build a secure AI foundation that scales across your org. Shadow AI is leaking value — educate employees and provide safe alternatives. Use private LLM + document DB to protect sensitive data while unlocking value. Focus on a single “killer use case” to drive ROI, then expand. Book dedicated time with LLMs (an “AI meeting”) to solve real business problems. 🌐 Check out Hunter and Barefoot Labs: https://www.barefootlabs.ai/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share — especially with anyone who’s intimidated by AI but wants to use it safely and effectively. Thanks for watching

✨ “Life is simple — but we make it hard.” In this powerful and emotional episode of The Finding Better Podcast, host John Suzuki sits down with Anil Gupta, the world-renowned “Love Doctor” who has transformed lives across 18 countries — including coaching legends like Richard Branson and Mike Tyson. Anil opens up about his near-suicide in 2008 and the life-altering moment that helped him rediscover purpose, love, and fulfillment. He reveals his simple yet profound “3 G’s Formula for Happiness” — Giving, Gratitude, and Growing — and how mastering them can dissolve negativity, repair relationships, and unlock lasting joy. 💬 In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why life feels hard even when it’s simple The difference between happiness and fulfillment The 3 G’s that can transform your mindset and relationships How forgiveness sets you free The power of integrity and how it builds true love How to overcome unworthiness, self-judgment, and pain 🔥 Plus: The story of how Anil’s wife saved his life Tony Robbins’ advice that changed his path forever How to “be the light” that makes darkness disappear 💡 About Anil Gupta: Author of Immediate Happiness and The Heart Map of Health, Anil is a global speaker and mindset coach who has shared the stage with Dalai Lama, Tony Robbins, and more. His work has been featured on Harvard University, Fox News, iHeartRadio, and Sky TV. 🔗 CONNECT & LEARN MORE 🌍 Website: www.meetanil.com 📘 Books by Anil Gupta: Immediate Happiness → https://www.amazon.in/Immediate-Happiness-Practical-Proven-Results/dp/1935989030 The Heart Map of Health → https://www.amazon.in/Heart-Map-Health-years-years-ebook/dp/B0FB3VSST7 📣 If you’ve ever wondered why happiness feels just out of reach, this episode will open your eyes. Watch till the end — every minute is pure gold. 00:00 Meet Anil Gupta: Wisdom & Journey 07:10 Overcoming Darkness & Finding Light 15:07 The 3Gs: Giving, Gratitude, Growth 26:08 Practicing Gratitude & Shifting Energy 31:46 Building Loving, Healthy Relationships 44:38 Forgiveness, Self-Worth & Lasting Takeaways 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe | 🔗 Share this with someone who needs to hear it today. #AnilGupta #JohnSuzuki #FindingBetterPodcast #HappinessFormula #Motivation #Mindset #Relationships #Forgiveness #PersonalGrowth #SelfDevelopment #EmotionalHealing #BeTheLight

✨ Are you struggling with self-doubt, toxic patterns, or relationships that don’t seem to work? In this powerful episode of Finding Better, host John Suzuki speaks with internationally acclaimed spiritual teacher, TEDx speaker, and award-winning author Christian de la Huerta about his journey from self-hatred to self-love — and how Conscious Love can transform the way we relate to ourselves and others. 💡 Inside this conversation, you’ll discover: How Christian healed from stigma, depression, and self-doubt Why breathwork is one of the fastest and deepest healing tools The truth about self-worth, purpose, and breaking old patterns How to approach relationships through the lens of Conscious Love Why AI and technology may spark a renaissance of the heart This isn’t just another conversation on love — it’s a radical reframe of self-worth, spirituality, and connection. Whether you’re healing from the past or searching for your life’s purpose, this episode will remind you of one thing: you are worthy of love. 📖 Get Christian’s new book Conscious Love: Transforming Our Relationship to Relationships here 👉 https://www.amazon.in/Conscious-Love-Transforming-Relationship-Relationships-ebook/dp/B0FC3395JG 🌐 Connect with Christian at soulfulpower.com

What if your brain has been hijacked since childhood—by parents, schools, workplaces, even marketing—and you never realized it? In this episode of Finding Better, host John Suzuki talks with Arnold Beekes, creator of the concept Unconditioning Your Brain. Together, they uncover why most of us secretly believe we’re “not good enough,” how invisible conditioning shapes our lives, and what it actually takes to break free. Arnold reveals his 6R Method—a transformational roadmap that helps you move from fitting in to flying out. You’ll learn why fear-based systems keep us trapped, how to stop living someone else’s life, and why unleashing your true strengths leads to better health, freedom, and purpose. 💡 If you’ve ever felt stuck in a hamster wheel, trapped by expectations, or questioning what you really want in life—this episode will change the way you see yourself and the world. 👉 Watch until the end to hear Arnold’s 3 daily practices that can start rewiring your brain today. 📌 Connect with Arnold Beekes: https://braingym.fitness/

What if the secret to breaking free from addiction—and transforming your entire life—came down to 3 powerful pillars: awareness, education, and action? 🚀 In this episode of Finding Better, host John Suzuki sits down with Trent Carter, a board-certified addiction specialist, nurse practitioner, published author, and founder of Renew Health, awarded the Best Drug & Alcohol Rehab Center in New Mexico. Trent shares raw and inspiring stories from the frontlines of addiction recovery, including jaw-dropping moments of survival, breakthrough mindset shifts, and the powerful role of support systems. From patients overdosing 20+ times to those now living clean, thriving, and even helping others—this episode is packed with life-changing insights, “cheat codes” to success, and practical tools from his book The Recovery Tool Belt. But here’s the twist: these lessons don’t just apply to addiction. Whether you want to rebuild your life, overcome fear, or finally break bad habits, this conversation will empower you to step outside your comfort zone and build the foundation for lasting change. 🌟 👉 If you’ve ever wondered how to shift your mindset, surround yourself with the right people, or rise above life’s toughest battles, this episode is for YOU. 📖 Get Trent’s book: The Recovery Tool Belt : https://www.amazon.in/Recovery-Tool-Belt-Strategies-Sustaining-ebook/dp/B0FGX2LF3V 🌐 Connect with Trent: https://imtrentcarter.com/

What if the greatest lesson from history is one we keep forgetting? In this powerful episode of Finding Better, host John Suzuki sits down with Dr. Robert J. Wolf, author of the award-winning book Not a Real Enemy, to uncover his father’s harrowing survival story during the Holocaust, the rise of antisemitism, and what it really takes to choose love over hate in a divided world. From escaping Nazi labor camps to rebuilding life in America, Robert’s family story is not only about resilience and miracles — it’s about why history must not repeat itself. Together, John and Robert dive into: 🔥 The hidden truths about Holocaust survival stories 🔥 Why hate and fear keep repeating across generations 🔥 Rising antisemitism and what it means today 🔥 How love, compassion, and unity are the only antidotes 🔥 Lessons on resilience, faith, and purpose for our world now 📘 Explore more in Dr. Robert J. Wolf’s award-winning book, Not a Real Enemy — a legacy of survival, courage, and the unbreakable human spirit: 👉 https://robertjwolfmd.com/buy-not-a-real-enemy-by-dr-robert-j-wolf-md/ 🌍 Learn more at: https://robertjwolfmd.com/

Unlock the hidden power of your subconscious mind with Dr. Alain Salas in this mind-blowing episode of Finding Better! 🌌 Did you know only 5–10% of your mind is conscious while 90–95% runs on autopilot—shaping your beliefs, emotions, and even your reality? Dr. Salas reveals how to decode your programming, delete limiting beliefs, and reprogram your subconscious for confidence, clarity, and success. From understanding the head, heart, and hara connection, to exploring the gut as your second brain, this episode uncovers how to align thoughts, emotions, and actions for lasting transformation. Plus, discover why the placebo effect proves the mind’s healing power and how you can become your own “placebo.” If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns, struggled with self-doubt, or wondered how to truly shift your reality—this conversation will change the way you think about your mind, body, and future. ✨ Don’t just watch—experience a breakthrough! 👉 Connect with Dr. Alain Salas: https://themindclearing.com/contact-us/ 👉 Try the Goal & Success Clearing: https://themindclearing.com/success-goal-clearing/ 🎁 Special Limited-Time Offer for Listeners: * 30% OFF the Complete Package (Basic Mind Clearing + Goal & Success Clearing) * 20% OFF Goal & Success Clearing Treatments

Are you tired of checking all the boxes in life—career, family, success—yet still feeling unfulfilled? 🎯 In this powerful episode of Finding Better, host John Suzuki sits down with Joshua Fineman, founder of Mensch in North London, to explore what it really means to live with integrity, honor, and purpose. Josh opens up about his journey from running a “successful” creative agency to realizing he was living out of alignment. He shares how fatherhood, loneliness, and hitting career milestones without joy pushed him toward men’s work, community, and personal transformation. 👉 In this conversation, you’ll learn: * Why living with integrity is not a destination, but a daily practice. * How Josh turned loneliness into deeper connection and authentic brotherhood. * The truth about success: why ticking boxes won’t bring real fulfillment. * What it means to be a Mensch—and why the world desperately needs more of them. * How fear, confusion, and loneliness can be signs that you’re actually on the right path. * The surprising reason you “can’t be brave if you’re not scared.” If you’ve ever felt like something was missing despite doing “everything right,” this episode will inspire you to slow down, reconnect, and find a life beyond checkboxes. 💡 Don’t miss this heartfelt and transformative conversation—it might just be the nudge you need to live more fully. ✨ Learn more and join the movement: www.bemoremensch.com

What if happiness isn’t something you find but something you choose? 🌟 In this inspiring Labor Day special, John Suzuki shares powerful lessons on happiness, work, and the choices that shape our lives. From the story of Ariana Cowden — who built a 7-figure business from her hospital bed while battling 30 chronic illnesses — to the resilience of Japanese Americans in WWII, this episode reveals how refusing victimhood and choosing joy can transform everything. 💪 John also dives into the rise of Artificial Intelligence, the future of work, and why embracing “scrappiness” and heart-led living is the ultimate career advantage in a world changing faster than ever. 🚀 ✨ Learn how aligning your mind, heart, and gut can guide better choices, discover why work is more than a paycheck, and explore the superpowers you already have within you. If you’ve ever wondered how to find happiness, stay inspired at work, or navigate life in uncertain times, this episode will leave you with the clarity and courage to choose better. 🙌

What if true happiness, fulfillment, and connection aren’t found “out there”… but already within you? 🌱✨ In this inspiring episode of the Finding Better Podcast, host John Suzuki sits down with Sara Byers — CEO, thought leader, inspirational speaker, and published poet. From leading her family business Leonardo’s Pizza, to chairing corporate and non-profit boards, to publishing two poetry collections (Heart and Moon & Wise Stars) and co-hosting the Collecting Insight Podcast — Sara has lived many lives. But her real journey began when she faced imposter syndrome, deep anxiety, and a 2020 spiritual awakening that changed everything. Today, Sara’s mission is simple yet powerful: to help us embrace wholeness, courage, and self-acceptance — so we can unlock the hidden gifts that change not only our lives, but the world. 🌍💖 ✨ Connect with Sara Byers: 🔗 Website: https://sarasbyers.com/ 📖 Books: Heart & Moon : https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Moon-Sara-Byers-ebook/dp/B0CPFTF3H4?ref_=ast_author_mpb 📖 Wise Stars : https://www.amazon.com/Wise-Stars-Sara-Byers-ebook/dp/B0DNTW9Q3J?ref_=ast_author_dp 🎙️ Podcast: Collecting Insight Official website: https://collectinginsight.com/ Apple Podcasts: “Collecting Insight – Podcast” on Apple : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/collecting-insight/id1732570634 Spotify: “Collecting Insight | Podcast on Spotify” : https://open.spotify.com/show/7pvMkrlv9vA0AooQOEXVG3 👉 Watch until the end for Sara’s powerful reminder: “Be who you are. Just. Be. You.”

What if the most painful moments are the very keys to purpose, resilience, and freedom? In this raw, powerful episode, peak performance coach and “pain alchemist” Jessie Torres reveals how to turn trauma into strength, forgive without condoning, and reclaim sovereignty—so pain stops defining the story. From childhood sexual abuse and two brothers murdered 30 years apart to an 18-year abusive marriage, Jessie shares the exact mindsets, micro-shifts, and her 4-step forgiveness protocol that transformed everything—and how they can for anyone ready to choose differently today. Big ideas you’ll learn: * Pain is part of life—suffering is a choice (and how to stop choosing it). * “If you don’t look for the gift in your pain, you’ll only remember the pain” (how to actually find the gift). * Heart armor: drop what childhood built unconsciously, then re-armor consciously with boundaries and love. * Belief rewiring: the one shift that separates a 6-day-old’s purity from an adult’s identity traps. * Radical gratitude after loss: finding light when it feels impossible (including two family tragedies). * The forgiveness protocol: letting go without letting anyone “off the hook”. * Kindness interrupts despair: the moment that reignited her will to live. * Life as choice points: the decisions that shape the future—starting now. Free resources: 1. Download Jessie’s “10-Step Guide to Freedom” to get unstuck and take action today : https://www.unshakeablelife.com/10stepstofreedom 2. Visit Jessie’s website: https://iamfiercegrace.com/