Relationships & Revenue Podcast

John talks with Phil Mershon — director of experience at Social Media Examiner, International speaker, author of the book "Unforgettable: The Art and Science of Creating Memorable Experiences," and a jazz saxophonist. Phil has over 15 years of experience planning major conferences and events and is passionate about using events to help people make meaningful connections and drive transformation. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Introduction [02:50] - Phil's background and journey [05:08] - The experience side vs. the logistics side of event planning [06:52] - Balancing creativity and execution in event planning [09:36] - Key ingredients that make up a great event experience [11:26] - The importance of making attendees feel secure and comfortable [15:51] - Hiring an event planner vs. organizing events independently [18:53] - Strategies for making events unforgettable [21:44] - Utilizing the senses and aromas to enhance event experiences [25:51] - Creating tangible memory triggers during speeches [27:07] - Insights into Phil's book "Unforgettable" [31:18] - Fostering a genuine networking atmosphere in the events [33:38] - Phil's connections crew [39:01] - The impact of faith on Phil's business [40:19] - How Phil defines success [41:24] - Release details of "Unforgettable" book [44:46] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "The more senses you incorporate into something, the more memorable it becomes. The olfactory is the ultimate sense." "The high peak moments trump the low moments if done right and at the right time." "Events are like restaurants... what's different is the quality of the food and even more so as the quality of the service." "You never know when a 15-minute conversation will change your life." "A master event planner is like a master baker. It's really in the details, the way you think about it, the intention with which you do each thing." "Success is about transformation. It's about the depth of impact." "There's no such thing as a perfect event. There's no such thing as a perfect plan. We've got to be ready for the things that we didn't know about. We want to, all obviously, be ready for the things we know can go wrong." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip Heath and Dan Heath (https://tinyurl.com/ThePowerOfMomentsBook) 48 Days to the Work You Love: Preparing for the New Normal by Dan Miller (https://tinyurl.com/48DaysToTheWorkYouLoveBookDM) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.philmershon.com https://www.philmershon.com/?product=unforgettablebook https://www.linkedin.com/in/philmershon/ https://www.instagram.com/phil_mershon/ https://www.facebook.com/phil.mershon https://twitter.com/Phil_Mershon https://www.youtube.com/@PhilMershon CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to TR Matson — former US Navy fighter pilot with over two decades of experience in both military and civilian aviation. Beyond his aviation expertise, TR is also the author of two books: "Treason Flight" and "Vengeance Flight." His remarkable journey includes serving as a naval aviator aboard the USS Nimitz, excelling as an E-2 Hawkeye pilot and piloting the FAA T-45 Goshawk. TR also held the esteemed role of Landing Signals Officer (LSO) during his military tenure. Currently, he serves as a pilot for a major US airline, all while cherishing his roles as a devoted husband and caring father. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [03:45] - What caused Matson to join the Navy [09:54] - Matson's transition from military career to civilian life [14:40] - A river that doesn't move [17:25] - About Matson's books [22:32] - The characters and plot of the books [24:04] - Plans for future books and potential adaptations into screenplays [26:20] - Balancing a busy life as a pilot, author, and family man [30:15] - What TR does to improve his significant relationships [34:48] - Matson's definition of success [36:35] - The makeup of a great leader [40:21] - TR's #1 daily habit [41:53] - Earn your sleep [50:57] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "Nothing grows in a comfort zone." "I enjoy being uncomfortable. That's where I thrive. You know, put my back up against the wall, and I'm in my comfort zone." "The average guy can accomplish things. You don't have to be a specially gifted athlete or academically to accomplish great things. If you work hard enough at anything you want to do, you can achieve anything you want to do." "Self-reflection is huge. I don't think we do this as a society. I think we get caught up in things." "A truly great leader is someone that you don't question. You just 100% accept, 'Yes, this person is somebody that I am going to fall in and ask.' And that is not an easy thing to become." "People often talk about things like work-life balance. It's a misnomer. It's never in full balance, it's not possible. But you can have work-life harmony. That is possible." "A truly great leader, at least in my experience, is someone that no matter what, you would follow anywhere." "Relationships are all about being accountable to other people. But you can't be accountable to other people if you're not accountable to yourself first." BOOKS MENTIONED: How To Write: A Screenplay by Mark Evan Schwartz (https://tinyurl.com/HowToWriteAScreenPlayBook) Books by Jack Reacher Books by C.W. Lemoine Learn How to Lead to Win by Mike Manazir (https://tinyurl.com/HowToLearnToLeadToWinBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://trmatson.com https://www.instagram.com/trmatsonauthor/ https://twitter.com/TRMatsonAuthor https://www.facebook.com/trmat79 https://tinyurl.com/TreasonFlightBook https://tinyurl.com/VengeanceFlightBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John continues his engaging conversation with renowned speaker and professional branding expert Sylvie di Giusto. Their conversation delves deeper into relationships, leadership, and personal growth, exploring the crucial role that one's visual appearance plays in making impactful first impressions. Sylvie's passion for helping people to make the most of their unique qualities shines throughout the episode. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Importance of first impressions in branding [06:11] - About the book Sylvie is working on [11:39] - What Sylvie does to improve her relationships at home [18:14] - How Sylvie invests in herself [20:41] - What she does to work on her craft [23:19] - Sylvie's definition of success [24:17] - Sylvie's #1 daily habit [24:38] - What makes a great leader [26:33] - About the time Sylvie failed big and what happened as a result [29:23] - The best way to connect with Sylvie and how to take the free perception audit [30:35] - Sylvie's upcoming speaking engagement [32:17] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "How I think about me, and how I treat me, tells everyone how they are to think about me and how they are to treat me." "If I don't take care of myself, then my relationship to others, especially at home, is going downwards." "The freedom that I have here and the peace in my home, and I always call it the temperature we have at home, has a huge impact on how I feel temperature outside of the home." "If you devote all your time to your kids, and they move out on their own, and they're used to everybody coming to help them and to do everything for them, they're in for a rude awakening because the world is not like that." "Good leaders create followers. Great leaders create other leaders. And invest in those leaders so they can become great." "The absolute best leaders are creating leaders who are better than them." BOOK MENTIONED: Insight: The Surprising Truth about How Others See Us, How We See Ourselves, and Why the Answers Matter More Than We Think by Tasha Eurich (https://tinyurl.com/InsightBookTE) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://sylviedigiusto.com https://www.instagram.com/sylviedigiusto/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviedigiusto/ https://www.facebook.com/sylviedigiusto https://twitter.com/sylviedigiusto/ https://www.youtube.com/c/sylviedigiusto https://tinyurl.com/DiscoverYourFairAdvantageBook https://tinyurl.com/TheImageOfLeadershipBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Sylvie di Giusto — a renowned personal branding expert, former human resources professional, leadership development specialist, keynote speaker, and author of "The Image of Leadership: How Leaders Package Themselves to Stand Out for the Right Reasons" and "Discover Your Fair Advantage: Leverage Your Unique Selling Points and Human Potential for Work, Business and Life," trusted advisor to corporations and organizations, wife, and mom. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Sylvie's intro [03:51] - Sylvie's journey from Europe to the United States [07:11] - Sylvie's fascination with leadership perception [12:55] - Sylvie's definition of emotional intelligence and the ABCDE model [16:43] - The concept of relational intelligence [17:12] - The idea behind her book "The Image of Leadership" [20:43] - Sylvie's perception of a leader [23:28] - Three common terms associated with leadership [25:56] - Importance of care and self-care for leaders [28:13] - The power of active listening and building relationships [32:19] - An overview of her book "Discover Your Fair Advantage" [34:20] - How to get a free signed copy of Sylvie's books [36:02] - The importance of personal branding [37:03] - Personal branding vs. professional branding NOTABLE QUOTES: "The real art and craft is to adjust, adjust on the occasion, and the environment as a leader, which doesn't mean that you can't stay true to yourself." "As a leader, if you don't take care of yourself first, people do not believe that you have the capability to take care of them too." "Active listening is the most important part of communication. It's actually not speaking; it is active listening." "Leadership is all about trust, care, and excellence. It varies from industry to industry, but these three aspects are common." "The most beautiful thing as an author is when you feel like your work is making a real difference and impacting people's lives." "If you think the grass is greener somewhere else, that just means you need to put a little bit more a little more work in on the grass that you have. And you can make it greener." "Successful leaders usually imprint from the very first moment on trust." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://sylviedigiusto.com https://www.instagram.com/sylviedigiusto/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylviedigiusto/ https://www.facebook.com/sylviedigiusto https://twitter.com/sylviedigiusto/ https://www.youtube.com/c/sylviedigiusto https://tinyurl.com/DiscoverYourFairAdvantageBook https://tinyurl.com/TheImageOfLeadershipBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

Get ready for an electrifying revelation, dear listeners! Our charismatic host, John, is bursting with excitement as he has a monumental announcement to share with all of you. The cat's out of the bag, folks—John is taking the literary world by storm! Since 2016, he's been on a covert mission, and now, with great pride, we can reveal that his mission is accomplished! John is set to pen his FIRST-EVER book! 📖 So what's the Buzz?🌟 At this moment, we must keep the book's tantalizing contents under wraps, like the most guarded enigma in the cosmos! However, we assure you it will be an awe-inspiring, life-altering masterpiece, brimming with profound insights to elevate your relationships — both personal and professional to unprecedented heights! But here's the thrilling part: John needs YOU by his side! 🙌 Yes, that means YOU! You're not just a mere listener; you are a true superhero, a catalyst for change, and an influencer! Don your superhero cape and become integral to this enchanting journey to spread the love for John's upcoming book! 🌟 It's time to rally your friends and family, grab your phones, and make some serious noise! Let the world hear about this transformative book on relationships! 🗣️ Together, we will smash records, surpass expectations, and revolutionize lives and relationships for the better! 🌟 CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Rachel JOY Baribeau — founder of "I'm Changing the Narrative," retired national sportscaster for FoxSports, ESPN, CBS Sports, Yahoo, and Sirius XM, host of the "Joystarters" podcast, author of "Relentless Joy: Finding Freedom, Passion, and Happiness (Even When You Have to Fight for It)," mental health advocate, speaker, wife, and bonus mom. Rachel spreads her message of joy and encourages us to live life to the fullest. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Introduction [05:40] - Rachel's background [06:56] - Rachel's journey in sportscasting [08:14] - Facilitating deeper emotional connections [12:15] - Assisting others in avoiding regrettable choices [15:06] - The F6 Formula [18:15] - Significance of regular date nights for married couples [20:50] - Addressing the issue of emotional compartmentalization [23:56] - The Five Love Languages Quiz [28:48] - Overview of Rachel's book "Relentless Joy" [32:20] - Distinguishing happiness from joy [36:31] - Impact of Rachel's faith on her business [42:41] - What Rachel does to improve her significant relationships at home [49:19] - How Rachel defines success [50:54] - Rachel's #1 daily habit [52:05] - What makes a great leader [53:13] - Best advice received and given by Rachel [56:52] - How Rachel invests in herself [1:01:48] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "I believe as a person of faith that even the worst thing is that God can make something beautiful from them." "A good woman would rather her man say, 'I'm struggling with something. I've been struggling with it.' It's okay to seek help and support. "Self-care is not selfish. It's important to prioritize your own well-being and emotional health." "Express your love and appreciation in a way that resonates with your partner's love language. Small gestures can make a big impact." "Don't be afraid to pursue your dreams, even if it means stepping outside your comfort zone. Embrace the unknown and take risks." "Be a joy starter, who notices joy, spreads joy, and is joy." "Even in our most crushing circumstances, there's joy that is just begging to be noticed." "Live the kind of life that when you lay your head on the pillow at night, you've said what you need to say, you fixed what you need to fix, and you have lived your life in a way that you are proud of." "Marriage is humbling, and also, if you're always thinking about how you can help your partner, how you can make their day better, and how you can serve them, then both of you will be filled up." "A great leader is someone who is always looking to develop the skills of those they lead. They lead from behind, they admit their mistakes, and they inspire others to chase their dreams." "The best advice I ever received is to forgive. Holding onto grudges and resentment only brings regret. Forgiveness is a powerful act that sets you free and allows healing to take place." BOOKS MENTIONED: "A Million Miles in a Thousand Years" by Donald Miller (https://tinyurl.com/AMillionMilesBook) "Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens (https://tinyurl.com/CrawdadsSingBookDO) "The Girls in the Stilt House" by Kelly Mustian (https://tinyurl.com/GirlsInTheStiltHouseNovel) "The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois" by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers (https://tinyurl.com/LoveSongsOfWEBDuBoisBook) PODCAST MENTIONED: "Read to Lead" by Jeff Brown (https://readtoleadpodcast.com) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com https://www.imchangingthenarrative.org https://www.instagram.com/rachelbaribeau/ https://www.instagram.com/imchangingthenarrative/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-joy-real-name-baribeau-831b207/ https://twitter.com/RachelBaribeau https://twitter.com/CTNkingandqueen https://www.facebook.com/rachelbaribeau https://www.facebook.com/imchangingthenarrative https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelBaribeau CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Ruben dive deeper into their conversation as Ruben shares stories from his speaking engagements, his journey as a parent, and his successful ventures in business. Ruben also provides a sneak peek into his book, "The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals," which imparts invaluable life lessons through inspiring stories of overcoming obstacles. This episode is all about facing fears, pursuing dreams, and achieving success through hard work and perseverance. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Highlights of Ruben's speaking engagements [02:21] - The importance of connecting with the audience [05:00] - Ruben's experience working at Chick-fil-A [08:51] - Ruben's prioritized family values [17:44] - Ruben's definition of success [19:09] - Ruben's #1 daily habit [21:48] - The role Ruben's faith plays in his business [23:42] - Ruben's approach to speaking engagements [25:00] - Misconceptions about introverted speakers [29:34] - The time when Ruben failed big and the result [32:48] - Mountaintop analogy for growth [35:06] - The connection between failure and growth [38:44] - Ruben's book "The Shortcut" [40:40] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "Success has nothing to do with fame or money or what you're driving unless it was your goal to be famous driving a sports car and be enriched. So success, to me, means I had a goal. I did my work, I reached by." "Life knocks you down; you know what we do? We pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and get back in the game. Because that's what champions do." "A great leader makes it fun, challenges their team, treats individuals differently, and always stays positive." "Very few people are willing to start at the bottom and make it to the top again. Don't be afraid to fail or get lazy. Step out of your comfort zone and improve." "Nothing grows in the comfort zone. If you want to grow, you need to embrace the struggles and challenges." "When you're willing to endure more pain and do what others won't, you can achieve great things." "Don't be afraid of the unknown. Step out of your comfort zone and face your fears." "Be grateful for the opportunities and the people who have instilled character and taught you how to dream." "Your life is a series of good things. Look for the blessings and opportunities that come your way." BOOKS MENTIONED: "The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals" by Ruben Gonzalez (https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/) "Rudy: My Story" by Rudy Ruettiger (https://tinyurl.com/RudyMyStoryBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://ruben-gonzalez.com https://www.instagram.com/thelugeman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/ https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman https://twitter.com/TheLugeMan https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/ Watch Ruben's TED Talk: The Power of Following the Leader CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Ruben Gonzalez — 4-time Winter Olympian in luge, speaker, author, husband, and dad. Ruben competed in 4 different Olympics over four decades (1988, 1992, 2002, 2010), setting the record for most Winter Olympics competed by a single athlete. He plans to compete in the 2026 Olympics in Milan at age 60 to become the oldest Winter Olympian. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:16] - Competing in the Olympics over four decades [04:56] - Ruben's TED talk [11:27] - Ruben's backstory of becoming "The Luge Man" [14:34] - Ruben's high school soccer experience [16:12] - Ruben's determination to pursue his Olympic dream [23:24] - How Ruben supported himself between the Olympics with limited sponsorships [25:52] - Failing and crashing as part of learning and improving [29:51] - Ruben's dream to make a movie [34:48] - How Ruben became a speaker [37:02] - How finding a mentor and coach helped Ruben improve and succeed [39:21] - The difference between mentors and coaches [42:35] - Ruben discusses his adventure trips NOTABLE QUOTES: "Study the lives of great people. You figure out what works and what doesn't work in life." "Perseverance is key. All these successful people, they were a bunch of hard heads, just like me." "Follow your heart and take action. I quit my job and started my own business because I believed in myself." "Success is not about being the strongest or the fastest. It's about perseverance and never giving up." "Listen to the advice of mentors and coaches. When I finally started listening and applying what my coach said, I started improving and achieving incredible things." "You're never too old to pursue your dreams. I competed in the Winter Olympics in five different decades and became the oldest Winter Olympian in history because I listened and applied what my coach said." "If you give it all you got, then you know, the more you commit, the bigger the probability." "I'd rather eat pasta in Milan, Italy than an egg roll in China. I'll be older and it'll make the story better." "Don't use your age as an excuse. Just go for it and make your life an adventure." "Failing is the only way we learn." "You don't know what you don't know. You don't know what's gonna hurt you. Find someone who's been there." "I might not be able to tell you everything to do. But I can tell you an awful lot of what not to do. And that honestly is sometimes more valuable." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://ruben-gonzalez.com https://www.instagram.com/thelugeman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/ https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman https://twitter.com/TheLugeMan https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/ Watch Ruben's TED Talk: The Power of Following the Leader CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Mike conclude their conversation by discussing leadership, diversity, and personal growth. They also explore the remarkable resilience of Holocaust survivors and emphasize the importance of personal growth and mentors. In previous parts, they discussed Mike's Navy career, Top Gun school, failure, and personal growth. They also highlighted the importance of mentors, embracing new ideas, and addressing mental health stigmas among military personnel. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The two requirements for a successful leader [04:00] - How to be an inclusive leader [06:25] - How to use human-centric leadership in the workplace [11:34] - Mike's definition of success [12:43] - What success means for a leader [13:29] - Mike's #1 daily habit [16:37] - The difference between joy and happiness [20:43] - How Mike invests in himself [25:01] - Mike's upcoming speaking engagement [31:15] - Book recommendations [35:22] - How to get a free signed copy of Mike's book NOTABLE QUOTES: "Give guidance and remove barriers. That's all a successful leader needs to do." "Success means reaching a Northstar and making progress towards it." "You might have to keep motivated by reminding yourself of what you've learned from failures." "Take advantage of every day and every opportunity that you have. Make something exciting happen each day, something that generates happiness." "Remember, you are the brand. The brand does not exist without you." "One of the best characteristics I've ever seen in world-class leaders is that they create other leaders." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama & Desmond TuTu (https://tinyurl.com/TheBookOfJoyDLDTT) The Ultimate Gift by Jim Stovall (https://tinyurl.com/TheUltimateGiftBook) The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle (https://tinyurl.com/ThePowerOfNowBookET) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://mikemanazir.com https://mikemanazir.com/product/book-signed-collectible/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemanazir/ https://www.instagram.com/mikemanazir.com2/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/mikemanazir/ https://twitter.com/manazirmike https://tinyurl.com/LearnHowToLeadToWinBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Mike continued their conversation. In the first part, Mike shared his insights and experiences, starting with his time at the prestigious Top Gun school. He explained how he went from attending the US Naval Academy to achieving the rank of Two Star Rear Admiral. In this episode, the two delve into various topics related to personal growth, leadership, and transitioning from the military to civilian life. Mike also expressed his vision and mission to inspire leaders to lead with compassion and engage a million leaders in his shared vision. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Two ways to think about failure [04:31] - Finding a Northstar and guidance in life [07:00] - Avoiding stagnation and embracing new ideas [10:00] - God's role and divine guidance in John's life [16:37] - Transitioning from military to civilian life [18:45] - Rebuilding relationships post-deployment [21:07] - Adapting military skills to civilian professions [22:55] - Stigmas surrounding mental health in the military [23:50] - The impact of war on personal beliefs and perspectives [25:41] - Promoting understanding and empathy for veterans [28:27] - Challenges of reintegrating into civilian culture [31:00] - Mike's mission and vision of leadership [39:58] - Resonating with employees and seeking honest feedback NOTABLE QUOTES: "The problem in all my relationships was me. And there were things I had to work on to get better. And as I did, oh my gosh, my life transformed." "I was committed to working through the pain, not going around it, not pretending it wasn't there. But working through it because I knew something better was on the other side." "The only mistake you can make looking for a Northstar is not looking. And the only mistake you can make is not moving forward, is actually staying put." "The people who fail are the ones who stay static. They don't dream. They don't think about what could be possible." "Sometimes those failings are to get us back. It's for our benefit. Even though it doesn't feel like it in the moment." "I believe in connecting people with their unique higher powers. There is a higher authority guiding your life, whether it's God or a higher power." "The best leaders I've ever met have never had a title ever of any kind. They're the ones who know how to lead up, as well as lead across and lead down." "The leaders of the best organizations also do not lead with their title. They are approachable, they're humble. They understand how to connect with people." "You can't own everything. Learn to delegate and trust your team." BOOK MENTIONED: The SPEED of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything by Stephen M.R. Covey (​​https://tinyurl.com/TheSpeedOfTrustBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://mikemanazir.com https://mikemanazir.com/product/book-signed-collectible/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemanazir/ https://www.instagram.com/mikemanazir.com2/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/mikemanazir/ https://twitter.com/manazirmike https://tinyurl.com/LearnHowToLeadToWinBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Mike Manazir, Call Sign "Nasty." Mike is a highly accomplished retired two-star admiral with 36 years of service in the United States Navy. He graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1981 and attended the renowned Top Gun school. He is also the author of the book "Learn How to Lead to Win," which features 33 powerful stories from his time in the Navy. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Mike's Introduction [01:19] - Realism in Top Gun movies [05:54] - Mike's Top Gun school experience [11:43] - Mike's Navy journey from Annapolis to Rear Admiral [16:07] - Influence of mentors on pursuing a career in Navy Nuclear Power [18:16] - Dealing with failures and setbacks [20:34] - Expectations of immediate success [21:53] - The cable guy story [25:33] - Importance of mentors for personal and professional growth [27:42] - Choosing failure or embracing growth and learning [30:00] - The essence of quintessential failure [32:40] - The significance of having a North Star [34:29] - Pain as the path to purpose [36:23] - Journey of writing the book "Learn How to Lead to Win" NOTABLE QUOTES: "It takes hard work to achieve something worthwhile. If you are willing to put in the effort, you will probably reach your goal or at least come very close to it, which would be acceptable to you. But it takes that work." "The best lessons from failure are the ones that don't kill me; they are called experience." "Every successful person that we know has experienced failures and has been failing throughout their life. They may call it a failure, but the way they characterize it is that they failed here, they learned this, and they went there. It's when you stop trying when you quit, that is the quintessential failure." "Don't stop dreaming until you reach your deathbed and can't anymore." "If you want something bad enough, you will be willing to fail. You fail and fail and fail but keep going. And pretty soon, those repetitions will create your expertise, and you will get better at it." "Pain leads to purpose, which leads to a platform. It's very difficult to find your purpose without experiencing pain. Something has to drive all of us humans, and then we get shaped by the relationships that we have." "Failure is a catalyst for learning. It is through failure that we grow, evolve, and discover new paths towards our goals." "Titles and positions don't make leaders effective. Leading from the heart and connecting with people on a human level is what truly inspires and motivates others." "Our failures and challenges shape us and teach us valuable lessons. Embrace them, learn from them, and use them as fuel to become a better version of yourself." "I wouldn't want to be the person I was back then. I have learned, grown, and become a better individual. I am grateful for the journey and the lessons it has taught me." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://mikemanazir.com https://mikemanazir.com/product/book-signed-collectible/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemanazir/ https://www.instagram.com/mikemanazir.com2/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/mikemanazir/ https://twitter.com/manazirmike https://tinyurl.com/LearnHowToLeadToWinBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Tracy continue their conversation. In Part 1, Tracy shared how her unwavering dedication helped her son, Noah, lead a fulfilling life despite having autism. Today, Tracy dives into a discussion about the COVID-19 vaccine. She explores its long-term effects, controversies, and important health considerations. Tracy also delves into adverse effects stories associated with vaccines and presents scientific evidence regarding the potential neurological damage they might cause. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Long-term effects of the COVID-19 vaccine [02:48] - Controversies surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine [06:39] - COVID-19 treatment adverse effects stories [10:11] - Scientific proof that vaccines cause neurological damage [13:53] - Documentaries and films focusing on autism [15:48] - The Autism Health Event [17:02] - An ideal client for Tracy [19:39] - Key health risk considerations to be aware of [21:57] - Minimizing exposure to environmental toxins [22:57] - Self-care and taking responsibility for one's own body [26:03] - What Tracy does to improve her significant relationships at home [32:41] - Book recommendations [35:06] - How to get $20 and a signed copy of Tracy's book NOTABLE QUOTES: "To just eliminate as many environmental toxins as you possibly can, grow your own food." "You're gonna pay one way or the other. So you can choose to pay now and pay a little bit more for better food. Or you can pay a whole lot more later when you're horribly sick. And you're gonna have to be prescribed all kinds of medications that might make your lifestyle kind of barely tolerable before you die a horrible death." "What you put in your body is exactly like the type of fluids you put in your car. If you put crappy gas in your car, your car is not going to perform at its optimal level, and things are going to break down faster… the same thing is going to happen to your body. And your body is infinitely more important than anything you drive." "You're going to have conflicts, especially within your home, within your relationships, or whatever, but always do your best to come from a space of love. Because in the end, love will always win." "In the end, good will always lead, and God will always win." BOOK MENTIONED: The Power of Intention by Dr. Wayne Dyer (https://tinyurl.com/ThePowerOfIntentionBook) APP MENTIONED: Yuka App (https://yuka.io/en/) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://tracyslepcevic.com https://tracyslepcevic.com/warrior-mom/ https://warriormom.org https://www.instagram.com/autismauthortracy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-slepcevic-189670140/ https://twitter.com/AutismMomTracy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPuqNFEpFbvZ8k24s2xxVIw https://www.facebook.com/people/Tracy-M-Slepcevic/100089205337675/ https://tinyurl.com/WarriorMomBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Tracy Slepcevic — the warrior mom who healed her son with autism. Tracy is a bestselling author of the book "Warrior Mom: A Mother's Journey in Healing Her Son with Autism," a certified integrative health coach, keynote speaker, Air Force veteran, and the founder of Pur Health. Tracy's relentless efforts and biomedical intervention enabled her son Noah to lead a fully functional life today despite having autism. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Introduction [01:55] - Tracy's background [02:06] - Tracy's role as a bio-environmental engineering technician [06:07] - Diagnosis of autism in her son, Noah [09:24] - Biomedical intervention [12:56] - Noah's journey to better health [15:51] - Motivation behind writing her book and sharing her story [20:35] - Supporting other parents along the way [21:32] - Overview of her book "Warrior Mom" [23:55] - Being cautious when researching information online [25:58] - Supporting your children when they are no longer under your daily care [32:25] - Integrating faith into your business [33:24] - Fighting against genetically modified foods (GMOs) [38:24] - Long-term effects of the COVID-19 vaccine NOTABLE QUOTES: "Biomedical intervention meant, but for those of you who don't know, it's really addressing the underlying conditions associated with any type of ailment, really, or neurological disorder, so you could properly function, and your body could properly function." "It's truly motivating when you see what's going on in the world and you want to make a difference." "So let parents know that if you set a clear intention to heal your child the sky's the limit." "The first thing to do is to believe, is to truly believe that your child can heal, and so much can come from that." "We are all spiritual beings just having a temporary human experience." "You must realize that God created this body to be a self-healing mechanism, but you can't feed it garbage." "No matter where you live, you need to grow stuff because what's theirs is theirs." "The more educated you are in something, the better prepared you are." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://tracyslepcevic.com https://tracyslepcevic.com/warrior-mom/ https://warriormom.org https://www.instagram.com/autismauthortracy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-slepcevic-189670140/ https://twitter.com/AutismMomTracy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPuqNFEpFbvZ8k24s2xxVIw https://www.facebook.com/people/Tracy-M-Slepcevic/100089205337675/ https://tinyurl.com/WarriorMomBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

Content Warning: This episode delves into the sensitive topics of sexual assault and abuse experienced by athletes, exploring the profound impact it has on their lives. John and Katherine continue their conversation delving into Katherine's inspiring journey of resilience and advocacy in the fight against sexual abuse. Katherine opens up about the profound impact the abuse had on her life, career, and relationships, shedding light on the challenges she faced and the strength she discovered within herself. Tune in to gain insights from Katherine's remarkable story and her commitment to making a positive impact. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The impact of abuse on her personal relationships [07:32] - The three P's: Pain, Purpose, Platform [09:28] - Seeking justice and healing in the face of pain [12:02] - Challenging societal misconceptions about abuse survivors [14:24] - Katherine's transition from survivor to expert witness in abuse cases [17:01] - Why Katherine changed her name [22:10] - About Team Athlete Integrity [24:36] - Katherine's current relationship experiences [27:20] - Katherine's definition of success [30:12] - Her #1 daily habit [30:58] - Who is investing in Katherine's right now [34:03] - Katherine's upcoming conference [37:32] - Books recommendations [41:13] - How to get a free signed copy of Katherine's book NOTABLE QUOTES: "Work through the pain to get to the other side." "Be curious about someone versus being judgmental." "Follow your purpose in life." "Invest in yourself. Give yourself the permission to enjoy life." "Step out of your comfort zone and trust in the unknown. It's an exercise in trust." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Book of Afformations: Discovering the Missing Piece to Abundant Health, Wealth, Love, and Happiness by Noah St. John (https://tinyurl.com/TheBookOfAfformationsNSJ) The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (https://tinyurl.com/TheAlchemistBookPC) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.katherinestarr.com https://safe4athletes.org https://athleteintegrity.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-starr/ https://twitter.com/katherinestarr https://www.facebook.com/thekatherinestarr https://www.katherinestarr.com/order-now/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

Content Warning: This episode delves into the sensitive topics of sexual assault and abuse experienced by athletes, exploring the profound impact it has on their lives. John talks to Katherine Star — 2-time Olympic swimmer for Great Britain, Commonwealth Games medalist, 3-time NCAA swimming team champion, 14-time All-American, founder of Safe4Athletes and Team Athlete Integrity, author of "Rescue Me: A Powerful Memoir by an Olympian." Tune in as Katherine shares her incredible and inspiring story. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [02:11] - Katherine's Journey in Swimming [10:42] - Transforming love for water into purpose [13:42] - Pursuing Olympic dreams in an individual sport [16:29] - How Katherine knew she would become an Olympian [18:59] - The Power of Positive Home Relationships [21:05] - Being sexually abused by her coach [23:50] - The powerlessness of abuse [29:11] - Prevalence of abuse among high-performing athletes [32:43] - Vulnerability of high-performance athletes to abuse [37:13] - Choosing the British team over the American team NOTABLE QUOTES: "Your knowingness drives you to a destination, but it closes off what's on the road there." "We think about external relationships a lot. But there's that internal relationship that you have with yourself, which is what you're developing in this pursuit of sport." "The revenue side, obviously, is about the money, but the money kind of takes care of itself when the relationships are taken care of." "The swell is the metaphor for all of the influences that you have to come up against to be able to speak up about abuse." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.katherinestarr.com https://safe4athletes.org https://athleteintegrity.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-starr/ https://twitter.com/katherinestarr https://www.facebook.com/thekatherinestarr https://www.katherinestarr.com/order-now/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Tara Fogarty-Graziano — an Emmy award-winning producer and owner of TFG Productions & Consulting. With an impressive 20 years of experience in television production, Tara is a distinguished force in the industry. She has worked on major shows and across various genres, including Project Runway, Wife Swap, The Doctors, and The Rachael Ray Show, where she showcased her expertise and creativity for the past decade. Alongside her professional accomplishments, Tara is also a wife and mother, adding to her incredible journey. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:55] - Tara's favorite show [04:25] - Tara's journey into the TV industry [11:51] - The meaningful aspects of Tara's time on The Rachael Ray Show [14:05] - Tara's experiences about connecting with people and making a positive impact [18:45] - Transitioning from television to starting her own company [24:19] - Insight into Tara's company and its offerings [30:48] - Details about the TV series being developed by Tara [35:22] - How Tara cultivates and strengthens her most significant relationships [38:58] - The art of saying "No" and its importance [41:28] - Tara's #1 daily habit [47:13] - Embracing the significance of failing [50:20] - Tara's definition of success [52:31] - How Tara invests in herself [58:23] - The best and worst parts of Tara's job [01:06:29] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "Sometimes we can't move on to the next great thing until something that's been wonderful ends. We have to do that." "Don't just start treating people differently based on who they, you know, quote, unquote, of their celebrity or their notoriety. We have to start all realizing, 'Yes, we're on the same level, let's say, in the playing field.'" "When we can give something to someone, and it's not that much for us to give, but it's everything to that other person, it's breathing life into that other person." "Learning how to honor the other person in the moment is really important." "There is no time to start thinking of all the reasons it's not going to work. It's the time to start thinking of the reasons it is going to work." "It's not just about failing. It's having to stop and then getting back. Think about the lesson that you learned. Because if you just keep failing and then you're not learning the lesson, then it's for nothing." "Success is not necessarily less; it's just being content in the moment of what you have." BOOKS MENTIONED: How to Lose Friends and Influence No One by Mary Giuliani (https://tinyurl.com/HowToLoseFriendsBook) How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie (https://tinyurl.com/HowToWinFriendsBookDC) Winning the War in Your Mind: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life by Craig Groeschel (https://tinyurl.com/WinningTheWarInYourMindBook) Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill (https://tinyurl.com/ThinkAndGrowRichBookNH) PODCAST MENTIONED: The CLS Experience with Craig Siegel (https://tinyurl.com/TheCLSExperiencePodcast) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://tfgproco.com https://www.instagram.com/tfgraziano/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tfgproco/ https://www.facebook.com/fogarty.tara CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Joel Goldberg — a renowned figure in the world of sports broadcasting. Joel is a seasoned broadcaster with the Kansas City Royals, author of "Small Ball, Big Results," host of the podcast "Rounding The Bases," speaker, entrepreneur, husband, and dad. In this episode, John and Joel delve into Joel's remarkable career, exploring how he has harnessed the power of relationships to create a meaningful career and happy family. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:13] - Thriving in career and family [04:49] - Bridging the gap between celebrity and normalcy [08:35] - The unseen side of ex-athletes as everyday people [12:34] - What got Joel into broadcasting [15:49] - Joel's decision to join the Royals over other teams [21:00] - About Joel's book, "Small Ball, Big Results" [26:46] - Building strong relationships in business [33:08] - How Joel improves his most significant relationships [36:43] - Joel's upcoming book [39:46] - Learning from the Royals' lean years to championship success [43:45] - How Joel discovered his purpose as a speaker [46:45] - Joel's go-to talk [50:00] - Helping entrepreneurs improve their on-camera presence [52:14] - How Joel invests in himself [53:50] - Joel's #1 daily habit [57:15] - How to get a free signed copy of Joel's book [58:50] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "The higher the profile, the more down-to-earth the person tends to be." "The only thing guaranteed of a ballplayer is that at some point, you're going to become an ex-ballplayer." "If you want your business to be the absolute best it can be, it actually starts with the relationships you deem to be most significant. And for most of us, that's what's going on at home." "Our kids never remember what we give them as far as gifts are concerned, but they do remember the memories we create with them." "A story is a good story if it has meaning and purpose." "You can't get sucked into whatever negativity might come with losing." "Entrepreneurs, you have got to learn how to be comfortable in front of a camera … because if you want to connect with people, they need to see you, they need to connect your face and your voice on a regular basis together." "Success is doing something that you love and being able to make an impact on something or someone." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek (https://tinyurl.com/TheInfiniteGameBook) The Soul of Baseball: A Road Trip Through Buck O'Neil's America by Joe Posnanski (https://tinyurl.com/TheSoulOfBaseballBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://joelgoldbergmedia.com https://www.instagram.com/joelgoldbergkc/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelgoldbergkc/ https://www.facebook.com/joel.goldberg.39 https://twitter.com/goldbergkc https://www.youtube.com/@JoelGoldbergMedia https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLti8F4d-pbZk4--NcN4j8omx2rn3Ms2Mm https://tinyurl.com/SmallBallBigResultsBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Joey Havens — author of Leading with Significance: How to Create a Magnetic, People-First Culture. Joey currently holds the position of Managing Partner for Strategic Growth at HORNE and is an experienced Certified Public Accountant. Furthermore, Joey is also a speaker and serves on the board of The Mustard Seed, a Christian community for adults with developmental disabilities. Besides his impressive professional achievements, Joey is a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Joey's prelude [02:43] - Joey's backstory [05:33] - Business is always personal [10:01] - Overview of Joey's book, Leading with Significance [11:13] - The beBetter mindset [13:20] - Types of behaviors that erode the work culture [17:20] - Importance of leaders understanding team members' personalities [25:00] - Learn fast, learn forward, learn together [30:50] - Why leadership is so important [33:14] - What Joey does to improve his significant relationships at home [39:03] - The impact of faith on Joey's business [40:44] - The role coaching plays in a magnetic culture [44:56] - Joey's definition of success [47:22] - Joey's #1 daily habit [48:40] - How Joey invests in himself [53:28] - When Leading with Significance is scheduled for release [56:04] - Book recommendations [58:52] - The podcasts Joey frequents NOTABLE QUOTES: "Business is always personal because it involves people … so because business is personal, we need to treat it that way. And then we need to treat our people that way." "You have to have the mindset to serve each other; that's what leadership is all about." "If all you do is try and sell something to somebody and you're not concerned about that person, meaning you're not serving them. You don't have a place here because that's what we're we're about. We're about serving people." "Not every customer, not every client is yours." "If you look at a high-performing organization, you'll find high trust. By high trust, you gotta find leadership vulnerable enough to trust their people." "If you want your business to be the absolute best it can be, it starts with our most significant relationships… it could be relationships with friends, it could be with colleagues, it could be with clients, it doesn'tdoesn't matter who it's with. But when those relationships are solid, business takes care of itself, it flies." "If you start your day with gratitude, you're going to have a better day." BOOKS MENTIONED: On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Life by John O'Leary (https://tinyurl.com/OnFireBookJOL) The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy by Jon Gordon (https://tinyurl.com/TheEnergyBusBookJG) PODCASTS MENTIONED: Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary (https://tinyurl.com/LiveInspiredPodcast) Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast (https://tinyurl.com/CGLeadershipPodcast) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://joeyhavens.com https://www.instagram.com/joeydhavens/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeyhavens/ https://twitter.com/JoeyHavensCPA https://tinyurl.com/LeadingWithSignificanceBook Listen to Craig Groeschel on Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - https://johnolearyinspires.com/podcast/archive/craig-groeschel/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Ken Coleman, a.k.a America's Career Coach. Ken helps people do what they were created to do. He is also the author of the #1 bestselling books "The Proximity Principle: The Proven Strategy That Will Lead to a Career You Love" and "From Paycheck to Purpose: The Clear Path to Doing Work You Love", co-host of the nationally syndicated radio show The Ramsey Show and hosts his podcast The Ken Coleman Show. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Ken is a devoted husband and father. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Introduction to Ken Coleman [03:17] - Ken's backstory [08:01] - Ken's family support during his transition into broadcasting [09:20] - Being a positive role model for your kids [14:19] - About Ken's book "From Paycheck to Purpose" [17:26] - "Being stuck is a choice." [20:52] - Silencing fear, doubt, and pride to hear your heartbeat [26:10] - The impact Ken's faith has on his business [30:00] - How Ken improves his relationships at home [38:11] - Ken's #1 daily habit [39:29] - Ken's definition of success [40:44] - How Ken invests in himself [46:19] - The time Ken failed big and the result of that [52:36] - The best and worst parts of Ken's job [54:00] - About Ken's upcoming event, "Breakthrough" [56:56] - What Ken is reading that's helping him grow NOTABLE QUOTES: "Books can change lives." "Home for me has always been a place of safety and a place of inspiration." "Life teaches you that failing is a good thing because it provides the opportunity to learn and grow." "When the 18-year-old boy left his house, he couldn't believe how stupid his dad was. He returned four years later, and couldn't believe how much his dad had learned." — Mark Twain. "Dream job is where I'm spending most of my day using my talent to do what I love, passionate to produce results that matter to me. And I'm doing it in a place that's healthy, where I'm cared for. And I'm developed and given up." "You can actually get out of this rut that you have created for yourself." "You have chosen to stay put because of one of three things and maybe all three of these things. Fear that's worried about something bad happening. Doubt, that's not believing that something good can happen. Pride, you care more about what other people think, than what you believe. Now those are voices that have taken up residence inside of your head and they have quieted your heart." "Journaling is one of the top habits of the best leaders out there." "Fear sometimes can talk so loud, that no rational thought gets through." "If you want to have the best business possible, it starts at home, and what your relationships are like at home that bleeds into work." BOOKS MENTIONED: Samuel Adams: A Life by Ira Stoll (https://tinyurl.com/SamuelAdamsALifeBook) Developing The Leader Within You by John C. Maxwell (https://tinyurl.com/DevelopingTheLeaderWYBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://kencoleman.com https://www.instagram.com/kencoleman/ https://www.facebook.com/KenColemanShow/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kencoleman-/ https://twitter.com/kencoleman https://www.youtube.com/c/TheKenColemanShow https://tinyurl.com/TheProximityPrincipleBook https://tinyurl.com/FromPaycheckToPurposeBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Dr. Leah Katz, Clinical Psychologist helping others get unstuck, find healing, and live their most meaningful lives. Dr. Leah is also a speaker, author of Gutsy: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Bravery, founder of Katz Counseling, media contributor (to CBS, Psychology Today, Huffington Post, ABC, Shape, and more), wife, and mom. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:25] - About Dr. Leah's book "Gutsy: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Bravery" [03:23] - Dr. Leah's backstory [09:58] - Pain as a catalyst for personal growth and transformation [12:31] - Why Dr. Leah decided to go into the field of psychology [22:23] - The F6 Formula [23:17] - Train analogy for taking action before it's too late [26:03] - Learning the skills to have a healthy relationship [31:10] - How Dr. Leah improves her significant relationships [36:55] - Dr. Leah's definition of success [38:10] - The meaning behind the name Relationships & Revenue [39:15] - The difference between happiness and joy [40:52] - How can parents teach their children to be content [41:49] - Dr. Leah's top daily habit [42:41] - Dr. Leah's big fail and its consequences [46:10] - Best and worst parts of Dr. Leah's job [48:23] - How to get a free signed copy of "Gutsy" [50:08] - Dr. Leah's recommendation on books NOTABLE QUOTES: "We have to learn the skills to have a healthy relationship when we're younger … If you don't know it, you're just going to crash and burn; you're just going to go tumbling down that bridge." "The hardest job you'll ever have is being married." "Not only is it like not learning the skill to have a healthy relationship from the people that you witnessed growing up, but then you have all these unrealistic expectations of what a healthy relationship is. So it's like, how are we supposed to succeed at this and be happy." "What we do as men many times is we're not able to give our wives what they need. They need to know from us. It is their relational oxygen. They need to know what's going on with us on the inside. They need to know our hopes, dreams, feelings, and emotions." "Your marriage is infinitely more important than any job or hobby." "All relationships are a risk, but they are never a waste." "True wealth is in relationships." "Success is getting up one more time than I fall down." "Science shows we raise good kids through modeling … If you carve out a life for yourself and you're committed to finding your own joy and contentment, there's a good chance that you're going to raise kids who will value the same thing." BOOKS MENTIONED: Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't by Simon Sinek (https://tinyurl.com/LeadersEatLastBookSS) Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens (https://tinyurl.com/WhereTheCrawdadsSingBookDO) No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schwartz, Ph.D. (https://tinyurl.com/NoBadPartsBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.drleahkatz.com https://www.instagram.com/dr.leahkatz/ https://www.facebook.com/Dr.LeahKatz/ https://twitter.com/drleahkatz https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6hyYE80BOn-Lt7PxhRPwVQ https://tinyurl.com/GutsyBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Tanya McCready — international best-selling author of the books Iditarod Dreamer: A Rookie Team's Journey (The Winterdance Tetralogy) and Journey of a 1000 Miles, keynote speaker, co-founder of Winterdance Dogsled Tours, wife, and mom. Tune in to discover Tanya's journey into the Canadian wilderness and how she and her husband became husky parents, ultimately establishing a profitable family business. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [02:37] - Tanya's journey up to the starting line [05:51] - Turning her love for dogs and dog sledding into a business [08:46] - Why she started her business [10:00] - About her book "Iditarod Dreamer" [16:10] - Tanya's progression from dog sled racing to TEDx speaker [18:53] - Locations where Tanya has spoken [20:49] - Tanya's journey to speak at TEDx [22:35] - What Tanya does to improve her most important relationships at home [24:35] - Tanya's definition of success [25:14] - Tanya's #1 daily habit [26:43] - Who is investing in Tanya right now [28:18] - Books that Tanya has been reading [29:29] - The time when Tanya failed big and the result [32:07] - Tanya's third book and upcoming speech [33:07] - How to get a free signed copy of Tanya's book NOTABLE QUOTES: "When you burn your bridges, you got to find a way forward because there is no back." "When you're chasing a big dream, a big goal, a big vision, there's gonna be tough days. So, having somebody help you reconnect with that vision is so important." "If your dream doesn't scare you, at least a little bit, is it really a dream at that point?" "No master can get there on their own." "Your business's success starts at home." "Success to us is being able to live exactly how you want, being able to do what you love every single day, being able to change people around positively." "In order for us to get to the levels that we were destined to be at, we need help along the way. And one of the ways we get that help is through various types of coaches." "There is no failure if you keep trying." "Failure is just a setback. So share that with other people and help them see that failure is just a stepping stone. To get through that failure, the fastest way to do it is to set a new goal, a new vision, a new dream to get excited about." BOOKS MENTIONED: Stealing Fire: How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work by Steven Kotler (https://tinyurl.com/StealingFireBook) Leaders Eat Last (With a New Chapter): Why Some Teams Pull Together, and Others Don't by Simon Sinek (https://tinyurl.com/LeadersEatLastBookSS) The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino (https://tinyurl.com/TheGreatestSalesmanBook) Think and Grow Rich: The Landmark Bestseller Now Revised and Updated for the 21st Century by Napoleon Hill (https://tinyurl.com/ThinkAndGrowRichBookNH) How Are You, Really?: Living Your Truth One Answer at a Time by Jenna Kutcher (https://tinyurl.com/HowAreYouReallyBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.winterdance.com https://www.instagram.com/tanyacmccready/ https://www.facebook.com/tanya.mccready.3 https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-mccready-winterdance/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0VXGoNfmiesOVFnCTbwDbQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_VOYYfwnAA https://tinyurl.com/JourneyOf1000MilesBook https://tinyurl.com/IditarodDreamerBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John continues his conversation with Dr. Marie. In Part 1, Dr. Marie shared her compelling backstory, including how she got into sales after leaving domestic violence and started her business. Today they delve deeper into topics related to relationships in her business and life. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The most important relationship [01:54] - The impact of Dr. Marie's upbringing on her relationships [05:51] - The Moxie Experience [07:42] - Impact of Dr. Marie's faith on her business [09:50] - Getting through tough times [17:34] - The time when Dr. Marie failed big (and the result) [22:42] - Dr. Marie's #1 daily habit [25:35] - Healing relationships with compassion [29:25] - The transformational power of the Bible [32:28] - How Dr. Marie invests in herself [34:20] - Book recommendations [36:12] - How to get a signed copy of Dr. Marie's book [38:24] - Upcoming events that Dr. Marie is excited about [43:00] - Books Dr. Marie is currently reading for personal & professional growth [45:46] - Who & what Dr. Marie is most grateful for NOTABLE QUOTES: "The most important relationship you need to build up is yourself." "It doesn't matter what you've been through. It doesn't matter what anyone has done to you or what you've done to anybody else. You're going to be okay. Just do the work. And you're going to be okay." "Worry is one of the biggest sins." "We gain wisdom from learning." "We are uniquely made, and there is a purpose for you. And if you don't know what that purpose is, ask God." "Nobody has your fingerprint, eye, or iris as you do. Even our heartbeats are so unique that they're scattered that we can scan our heartbeats. That proves that we are uniquely made, and there is a purpose for you." "A lot more people out there have had trauma that they don't discuss. And they keep its head in. And that does affect you in the workplace as well and affects the relationships that you have." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk (https://tinyurl.com/TheBodyKeepsTheScoreBookBvdK) The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You by John C. Maxwell (https://tinyurl.com/21IrrefutableLawsLeadershipJM) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://mariecosgrove.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariecosgrove/ https://www.instagram.com/resilientexpert/ https://www.facebook.com/marie.l.cosgrove https://twitter.com/resilientexpert https://www.youtube.com/@resilientexpert https://tinyurl.com/GreaterFortuneBook https://tinyurl.com/BreakThroughBookMC https://tinyurl.com/YouAreUnstoppableBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Dr. Marie Cosgrove — LifeSciences entrepreneur, keynote speaker, resilience expert, author of Greater Fortune: Essential Lessons from the Entrepreneur Who Bought The Company that Fired Her, host of The Moxie Experience, and mom of four. Dr. Cosgrove is widely recognized as one of the top 100 global female entrepreneurs and holds a Ph.D. in business. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:42] - Dr. Marie's backstory [03:52] - Getting into sales after getting out of domestic violence [05:44] - Being rejected for a sales job because of her gender [08:26] - Achieving top sales status [11:58] - Getting fired and subsequently starting her own company [17:40] - Buying the company that fired her [19:51] - Turning adversity into opportunity [23:35] - Dr. Marie's thoughts on the "Minimum Mondays" trend [27:12] - Inspiration behind her career in public speaking [29:17] - How Dr. Marie develops her speaking skills [31:26] - Insights on Dr. Marie's stand-up comedy [36:28] - Her methods for improving significant relationships [44:18] - Gaining clarity through painful experiences NOTABLE QUOTES: "Sometimes we're so stuck in all the bad stuff that's happening to us. We don't see the good things that have happened or the good things we've gone through." "We tend to compare ourselves to other people or we see somebody else who has an amazing idea. And we're like, "Oh, I want to take that idea." And you think it'll work for you. But that idea wasn't meant for you. That was gifted to you. You have your own gifts." "Whatever you're going through, there is a way out. So look at where you are right now and then take a look at the skillsets that you power in. What ties in with what you do, what you're gifted in — not what anybody else needs, but you yourself — because you have a gift to offer everyone." "Anybody who wants to be good at anything has to develop their skills, even if you're naturally gifted at something. If you don't work on it, you're never going to get above the level that you're at." "Invest in your employees, because when you invest in your employees, that's when they're going to be loyal to you. They'll never leave you … return on investment is going to be HUGE if you pour it into your employees." "The hardest work you'll ever do is the investment in your most significant relationships." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://mariecosgrove.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariecosgrove/ https://www.instagram.com/resilientexpert/ https://www.facebook.com/marie.l.cosgrove https://twitter.com/resilientexpert https://www.youtube.com/@resilientexpert https://tinyurl.com/GreaterFortuneBook https://tinyurl.com/BreakThroughBookMC https://tinyurl.com/YouAreUnstoppableBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

If you want to be an exceptional leader for those you lead or an amazing friend/significant other for those you care about, it is crucial to understand the habits that drive amazing leaders. In his continuing discussion on this topic, John shares the remaining four habits the most amazing leaders consistently exhibit. This episode serves as a conclusion to the previous episode, where John explained the first four habits. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:40] - Recap of Habits of Amazing Leaders (Part 1) [01:53] - Don't quit until the job's done [03:27] - Raise your self-expectations [04:59] - Inspire yourself first [06:32] - Get back up and keep going [09:38] - Closing remarks KEY INSIGHTS: When it's done, it's done and not before: Leaders must not quit until the job is done and make the hard decisions required to lead their teams through challenges. Raise your self-expectations: To become an exceptional leader, leaders need to raise their own expectations and strive for excellence to inspire their teams to do the same. Inspire yourself first: The best leaders inspire others, but they can only do this if they are investing in themselves first. Get back up and keep going: Even in the face of adversity or failure, great leaders do not give up. They learn from their mistakes, adapt their strategies, and keep moving forward toward their goals. NOTABLE QUOTES: "The best leaders are intentionally committed to those habits that produce the absolute best results for themselves first, and for their teams, their families." "As leaders, if we haven't determined ahead of time for ourselves, that we're going to continue to do the job to do the thing to lead well, all the way through, then there's no way we can expect our teams, our families to do the same thing." "Keep raising those expectations of ourselves. Because when we do that, it has a fantastic and positive impact on those around us." "You have to invest in yourself as a leader. If you're not investing in yourself, you're not going to have anything to give to your people, to your families." "Learning how to inspire yourself, and myself first, is how we're going to be able to set the mark, to be able to help others get where they need to be, or where they want to be." USEFUL RESOURCES: Atomic Habits by James Clear (https://tinyurl.com/AtomicHabitsBookJC) 7 Ways to Lead: Evolved Professionally and Personally; Enhancing Your Leadership and Work/Life Harmony by Andre Young (https://tinyurl.com/7WaysToLeadBook) The Leader's Toolbox: Tools to EVOLVE Your Leadership ... and that of those you're leading by Andre Young (https://tinyurl.com/TheLeadersToolboxBook) Leading from Purpose: Clarity and the Confidence to Act When It Matters Most by Nick Craig (https://tinyurl.com/LeadingFromPurposeBook) The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram (https://tinyurl.com/The100XLeaderBook) Potent Leadership: Drop the Mask, Ignite the Real You, and Reclaim the Leader Within by Ruby Fremon (https://tinyurl.com/PotentLeadershipBookRF) The Serving Mindset: Stop Selling and Grow Your Business by Farnoosh Brock (https://tinyurl.com/TheServingMindsetBook) Read to Lead: The Simple Habit That Expands Your Influence and Boosts Your Career by Jeff Brown and Jesse Wisnewski (https://tinyurl.com/ReadToLeadBook) Leadershift: The 11 Essential Changes Every Leader Must Embrace by John Maxwell (https://tinyurl.com/LeadershiftBook) Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact by Liz Wiseman (https://tinyurl.com/ImpactPlayersBook) The Genius Zone: The Breakthrough Process to End Negative Thinking and Live in True Creativity by Gay Hendricks, Ph.D. (https://tinyurl.com/TheGeniusZoneBook) The Uniform of Leadership: Lessons on True Success from My ESPN Life by Jason Romano (https://tinyurl.com/TheUniformOfLeadershipBook) The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You by John Maxwell (https://tinyurl.com/21IRLawsOfLeadershipBook) The Magnetic Leader: 18 Essential Actions of Leaders People Love to Follow by Chris McClure (https://tinyurl.com/TheMagneticLeaderBookCMC) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

Leadership is an art that is cultivated through discipline and practice. Great leaders are not born but rather made through a series of habits and actions that shape their character and abilities. In this episode, John discusses the habits of amazing leaders and how they can be developed to become amazing leaders. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:09] - Qualities of great leaders [01:37] - Having a morning routine [04:00] - Deciding ahead of time [06:33] - Doing what's right [08:02] - Practicing servant leadership [11:55] - Closing remarks KEY INSIGHTS: Waking up at the right time, with or without an alarm, is important for starting the day off well. You must start the day off on the right foot and avoid harmful habits. Pre-decide and prioritize important tasks and activities, including spending time with your spouse to improve productivity and relationships. Do the right thing instead of taking the easy route when facing challenges. It can lead to better outcomes in the long term. Prioritize the development of others by creating a culture that fosters growth and caring for individuals, helping them become exceptional leaders. NOTABLE QUOTES: "The absolute best leaders are not always the smartest, the hardest working. They're not necessarily the best-connected people. But the most amazing leaders out there intentionally commit to strategic habits that produce fantastic results." "The difference between where you are and where you might want to be is the pain that you are unwilling to endure." "Leaders who get the most out of their people are those who care most about their people." "We don't have to like everyone that's on our team. But they need to know that we care about them, no matter what." "The best leaders are never about themselves. They are about others, building into others, helping them become great leaders." "Leaders who get the most out of their people are those who care most about their people." "In order for us to be servant leaders to be putting the needs of others before ourselves, we need to start always with having that other person in mind for every single time we are involved with that person." USEFUL RESOURCES: Atomic Habits by James Clear (https://tinyurl.com/AtomicHabitsBookJC) 7 Ways to Lead: Evolved Professionally and Personally; Enhancing Your Leadership and Work/Life Harmony by Andre Young (https://tinyurl.com/7WaysToLeadBook) The Leader's Toolbox: Tools to EVOLVE Your Leadership ... and that of those you're leading by Andre Young (https://tinyurl.com/TheLeadersToolboxBook) Leading from Purpose: Clarity and the Confidence to Act When It Matters Most by Nick Craig (https://tinyurl.com/LeadingFromPurposeBook) The 100X Leader: How to Become Someone Worth Following by Jeremie Kubicek and Steve Cockram (https://tinyurl.com/The100XLeaderBook) Potent Leadership: Drop the Mask, Ignite the Real You, and Reclaim the Leader Within by Ruby Fremon (https://tinyurl.com/PotentLeadershipBookRF) The Serving Mindset: Stop Selling and Grow Your Business by Farnoosh Brock (https://tinyurl.com/TheServingMindsetBook) Read to Lead: The Simple Habit That Expands Your Influence and Boosts Your Career by Jeff Brown and Jesse Wisnewski (https://tinyurl.com/ReadToLeadBook) Leadershift: The 11 Essential Changes Every Leader Must Embrace by John Maxwell (https://tinyurl.com/LeadershiftBook) Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact by Liz Wiseman (https://tinyurl.com/ImpactPlayersBook) The Genius Zone: The Breakthrough Process to End Negative Thinking and Live in True Creativity by Gay Hendricks, Ph.D. (https://tinyurl.com/TheGeniusZoneBook) The Uniform of Leadership: Lessons on True Success from My ESPN Life by Jason Romano (https://tinyurl.com/TheUniformOfLeadershipBook) The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership: Follow Them and People Will Follow You by John Maxwell (https://tinyurl.com/21IRLawsOfLeadershipBook) The Magnetic Leader: 18 Essential Actions of Leaders People Love to Follow by Chris McClure (https://tinyurl.com/TheMagneticLeaderBookCMC) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Monica Abbott — 2x Olympic silver medalist softball pitcher, motivational speaker, private coach, clinician, pitching expert, wife, and author of the upcoming book Rise and Shine: The Monica Abbott Story. Monica has 17 championship titles in softball and played professionally for 14 years for Toyota Softball and 16 years for USA Softball. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [03:50] - Monica's landmark contract with Scrapyard Dogs [05:27] - The Monica Abbott Scholarship [07:21] - Records held by Monica [11:55] - Monica's journey into softball [16:15] - Monica's path to becoming an Olympian [18:52] - Sacrifices made to become an Olympic athlete [20:50] - The social dynamics among players on high-level sports teams [22:24] - Monica's transition from Olympics to professional softball [29:31] - How Monica got into public speaking [33:34] - The role of Monica's faith in her career and business [37:16] - Things Monica is doing to improve her most significant relationships at home [38:59] - Overview of Monica's book - Rise and Shine [42:21] - How to get a free signed copy of her book [45:10] - Monica's website as a one-stop-shop for all things softball [49:30] - How Monica invests in herself [52:09] - Books Monica is reading to aid her personal growth NOTABLE QUOTES: "Time is probably the biggest sacrifice sometimes because you can't get it back." "Timing is everything in softball, in life. When you're sharing stories or information or beliefs, timing and the space you share in is important." "Vulnerability is a real thing. People have to be comfortable to be able to share." "In order for us to be the absolute best we can be in business, it all starts at home, meaning the relationships that we have there, our most significant relationships." "If you wanna be a leader, you have to be a reader." "I found a way to make my passion and a career at the same time. And I challenge you guys to do that as well." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.monicaabbott.com https://www.instagram.com/monicaabbott/ https://www.facebook.com/OfficialMonicaAbbott https://twitter.com/monicaabbott https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicaabbott14/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg4pWitMtoIZepVT1P89GfQ https://tinyurl.com/RiseAndShineMonicaAbbottBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Kevin continue their conversation and dig deeper into why true gratitude is an important and underrepresented quality and what gratitude can do to deepen our relationships and improve our lives. Tune in to listen to their conversation and spread some gratitude! Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Encouraging men to seek help when needed [02:43] - How Kevin strengthens his significant relationships [07:30] - Kevin's biggest personal failure and its outcome [10:53] - Kevin's definition of success [13:58] - Seizing inspiration and taking action [15:13] - The role Kevin's faith has in his business [16:09] - The difference between silence and stillness [18:41] - Who is investing in Kevin [25:53] - The inspiration behind "I'm Grateful For You" cards [29:23] - How to have a great idea [30:55] - About The Audacious Journey [37:19] - Books Kevin is reading [40:32] - How to unlock your potential through self-gratitude NOTABLE QUOTES: "Asking for help isn't giving up… It's refusing to give up." "Failure isn't the opposite of success. It's a necessary ingredient to success." "If you don't have your own definition of success, you better get one now. Or you're going to struggle carrying somebody else's definition of success." "Ideas are easy. It's the implementation that gets challenging." "An experiment never fails because you learn from it." "Everybody has a dream, but not everybody is a dreamer." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse by Charlie Mackesy (https://tinyurl.com/BoyMoleFoxHorseBook) Choose Your Story, Change Your Life by Kindra Hall (https://tinyurl.com/ChooseYourStoryBook) Intimate Conversations with the Divine by Caroline Myss (https://tinyurl.com/IntConversationsWTDivineBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.kevindmonroe.com https://www.imgratefulforyou.co https://www.thisextraordinary.life https://www.instagram.com/kevin_d_monroe/ https://twitter.com/kevin_monroe?lang=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmonroe/ https://www.youtube.com/@KevinMonroe_LivingInGratitude https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63597bd438b18e2c9101b592 CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Kevin Monroe — gratitude expert, creator and curator of the Grateful App, founder of X Factor Consulting, keynote speaker, emcee, host of the Gratitude Encounter Moments Podcast, loving husband, father, and grandfather. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Kevin's intro [05:49] - Kevin's journey to becoming the World's Gratitude Coach [15:28] - The distinction between gratitude and thankfulness [17:31] - The significant impact of expressing genuine appreciation to others [20:04] - "I'm Grateful For You" cards [21:28] - How the "I'm Grateful For You" cards impact people [24:53] - How to get your own "I'm Grateful For You" cards [25:54] - The need for change in the current work environment [29:29] - Gratitude is the gateway to abundance [33:20] - The quickest way out is through gratitude [34:02] - Discovering your gratitude [37:56] - Kevin's personal experience with depression [45:20] - The deadly D's: Discouragement, Despair, Despondency, Depression NOTABLE QUOTES: "Before your feet hit the floor when you get out of bed in the morning, think of three things you're thankful for." "The single biggest difference between being thankful and being grateful is thanks can be transactional. Gratitude is transformation." "Gratitude is simply lingering longer in a spirit of thanksgiving." "If you want to make a difference, let your gratitude be simple and sincere." "Gratitude is the appreciation for all that we have. All that we are and thankfulness for our ability to show love and kindness to others." "Gratitude leads to peace of mind, which allows wise choices and better outcomes." "As long as you have a pulse, you have a purpose." "People need to realize that even the folks who look like they have it all together struggle, and that really figuring out what life is all about and how to make it better comes through the struggle, not the avoidance of it." "The biggest risk you'll take is to take no risk at all." BOOK MENTIONED: The Abundance Loop: 8 Steps to Manifest Conscious Wealth by Juliana Park (https://tinyurl.com/TheAbundanceLoopBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.kevindmonroe.com https://www.imgratefulforyou.co https://www.thisextraordinary.life https://www.instagram.com/kevin_d_monroe/ https://twitter.com/kevin_monroe?lang=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmonroe/ https://www.youtube.com/@KevinMonroe_LivingInGratitude https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63597bd438b18e2c9101b592 CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Leah Amico — 3x Olympic Gold Medalist with USA Softball, 2x World Champion, National Softball Hall of Fame Inductee, 3x National Champion at The University of Arizona, professional speaker, author, college softball analyst with ESPN and Westwood One Sports, host of The GOLD Standard Podcast, wife, and mom. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Leah's intro [03:20] - How Leah got into softball [11:32] - Leah's progression in softball [15:00] - The core components of the GOLD standard [19:04] - The importance of learning from failures [21:02] - Leah's experience with teammates who were not trying to improve [22:19] - About Leah's podcast, The Gold Standard Podcast [27:16] - Leah's transition from being a professional athlete to the next stage [31:48] - The impact of faith on Leah's softball career and her life after softball [34:51] - Books Leah has written [40:57] - How to get a free signed copy of Leah's book [41:46] - The time when Leah failed BIG [45:48] - How Leah invests in herself [47:11] - Leah's top daily habit [52:48] - Books that help Leah grow [58:04] - Podcasts that Leah frequents NOTABLE QUOTES: "Failure does not stop you if you will learn from it and grow but it stops a lot of people. So you already have an advantage if you can use it to move forward and to grow." "It's one thing not to know what to do and it's another not to receive advice on what to do." "It is very important to think how we respond, how we receive things and are we willing to learn from our mistakes." "There are core characteristics that we carry and it can just impact us in a positive way." "The actual definition of happiness is happenstance. It's dependent upon the situation. So if things are good, then I'm happy. If they're bad, I'm not. Joy, on the other hand, is an active choice. You can be in the midst of the worst stuff that's happening in your entire life and still have joy." "Failure prepared me because it opened more opportunities." "We really need coaches in all different aspects of our lives. And even if it's not a paid coach, we need those people that are leading us and guiding us." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip Heath and Dan Heath (https://tinyurl.com/PowerOfMomentsBook) The Power of Positive Leadership: How and Why Positive Leaders Transform Teams and Organizations and Change the World by Jon Gordon (https://tinyurl.com/PowerOfPositiveLeadershipBook) PODCASTS MENTIONED: Entrepreneurs on Fire with John Lee Dumas (https://tinyurl.com/EntrepreneursOnFirePodcast) Positive University Podcast with Jon Gordon (https://tinyurl.com/PositiveUniversityPodcast) The Ed Mylett Show (https://tinyurl.com/TheEdMylettShow) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.leahamico.com https://www.instagram.com/leah20usa/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/leah20usa https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-amico-oly-7734531a6/ https://twitter.com/leah20usa?lang=en https://tinyurl.com/TheGoldStandardPodcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkcom9aDF5HYjxdrFhuMRbw/featured https://tinyurl.com/SoftballGloryGodsStoryBook https://tinyurl.com/VictoriousDevotional CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Heather Younger — 2x TEDx keynote speaker, former attorney, best-selling author, host of the Leadership with Heart Podcast, wife and mom of four. Heather has written several best-selling books on leadership, active listening, and employee loyalty. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [02:03] - Heather's journey from practicing law to becoming a speaker and author [07:01] - The difference between large corporations and small businesses when listening to their employees [08:29] - Understanding active listening [15:48] - Heather's calling as a mediator [17:18] - Heather's reasons for not returning to law practice [20:51] - John's approach to audience engagement [23:32] - Heather's experience with TEDx talks and how she got them [25:49] - Heather's inspiration behind starting her podcast [29:39] - Ways Heather failed and the lessons she learned [31:42] - Heather's efforts to improve her most significant relationships [36:18] - How Heather is investing in herself [38:11] - Best and worst parts of Heather's job [38:45] - Heather's number one daily habit [42:38] - How John navigates the constant flow of ideas as an entrepreneur [45:21] - How to get a free signed copy of Heather's book [49:15] - Books recommended by Heather NOTABLE QUOTES: "One of the things that attract viewers and listeners to speakers is their presence on stage. And the best speakers move their bodies around the stage." "Never put something in an email that you wouldn't mind being on the front of the Wall Street Journal." "The absolute best thing that you can do for your kids is to demonstrate to them what a healthy, loving marriage looks like." "That's why you're hearing about mental health and suicide and all kinds of things because people are taking outta context what they see on a screen. Not understanding that, like right now I really need a nap." "I want people to know that there's plenty of struggle. That perfection does not exist in the circle that Heather stands in. And, that it's a journey for me too." "We all wanna be accepted for who we are and belong." "Let's all just stop looking for someone else to make us show up in one way or another. But let's just choose to show up at people. Show up with more care for others. Show up with better listening to other people." BOOK MENTIONED: Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson (https://tinyurl.com/WhoMovedMyCheeseBookSJ) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://heatheryounger.com https://www.instagram.com/heatherryoungerofficial/ https://www.facebook.com/hyounger2 https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherryounger/ https://twitter.com/HeatherRYounger https://tinyurl.com/7IntuitiveLawsBook https://tinyurl.com/TheArtOfCaringLeadershipBook https://tinyurl.com/TheArtOfActiveListeningBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Teri Johnson — entrepreneur, keynote speaker, business coach, mastermind facilitator, and author of the book Overcoming the Nevers: By Gardening Your Life and Nurturing Seeds of Truth, wife, and mom. Teri specifically works with women entrepreneurs, business owners, and sales professionals to help them start, grow, and strategically scale their businesses. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:48] - Teri's backstory [05:27] - The reason Teri wrote her book Overcoming the Nevers [11:33] - Teri's sobriety journey [12:47] - The reason she helps women and how she does it [18:45] - The importance of combining life coaching with business coaching [24:53] - The best advice about parenting Teri received [30:48] - Best and worst parts of Teri's job [32:53] - Marketing and selling simplified [38:33] - How Teri builds significant relationships at home — being present [41:43] - Who's investing in Teri right now [45:24] - Productivity retreats for women business owners [47:41] - Get a free signed copy of Teri's book Overcoming the Nevers [49:29] - Books Teri is reading that are helping her grow [52:46] - About Teri's podcast Keeping It Personal Show NOTABLE QUOTES: "The people who are doing something meaningful, who are making a difference in life, every single one has that painful moment that they had to work through. And not soothed over, not pretend like it wasn't there, but had to actually put in the hard work, do the things that needed to be done in order to get from the pain to the purpose." "The more that we live and experience, the better we get at picking up the tools that we've learned. But we still trip up and we still get hurt." "Stressed work is not your best work." "Compartmentalization makes meaningful relationships very difficult for men. Because they don't know how to let go and truly be who they are, especially in front of other men. Because they think they have to be a certain type of person around all these other men. Otherwise, they're somehow less of a man or less of a person rather than just being." "Prepare your kid for the path, not the path for your kid." "The caterpillar has to struggle in the cocoon in order to become the butterfly that can actually fly away. If it doesn't struggle, that thing isn't gonna live, let alone thrive." "Selling is serving. And if you are serving your people, they never feel sold to." "Marketing is just storytelling. Most businesses get it wrong. They tell the wrong story. That's the problem. Most of them try to tell their own story. People don't care about that. The stories we need to be telling are about the people we've helped. We need to tell their stories." "The most valuable asset that we can give anybody is our gift of time because we can't get it back." BOOKS MENTIONED: Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business by Gino Wickman (https://tinyurl.com/TractionBookGW) EntreLeadership: 20 Years of Practical Business Wisdom from the Trenches by Dave Ramsey (https://tinyurl.com/EntreLeadershipBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://keepingitpersonal.com https://keepingitpersonal.com/become/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terilynnjohnson/ https://www.instagram.com/teri.johnson/?fbclid=IwAR3ic59fr4imwlZQNYbSR0WeZzcBL3bHcJF55V4fafMrCJ35zYAVJXX7iMg https://www.facebook.com/terifitchjohnson https://twitter.com/teri_johnson?fbclid=IwAR1sPpTLhnDTP8wWyxDtjuMpPuJ6tEeLCLeTOs0S4p5gofutUqb0Gr32Xyc https://pod.keepingitpersonal.com https://keepingitpersonal.com/monetize/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

There are people in the world who aren't free. In modern culture, people can't even imagine being held against their will — but sadly, it happens every day. January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month … join John as he talks about those who remain in bondage, what you can do to help them, and how you may be able to recognize those situations. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:00] - What is human trafficking? [03:00] - Some eye-opening statistics about human trafficking [04:38] - The Hookers for Jesus organization and their efforts to combat human trafficking [05:29] - Identification of potential red flags for human trafficking situations [07:59] - Ways you can get involved and make a difference in the fight against human trafficking KEY INSIGHTS: $99 billion per year is made from sex trafficking. 4.5 million people worldwide are victims of forced sexual exploitation. $51 billion is made from the use of forced labor every year. 21 million people worldwide are victims of forced labor One in six endangered runaways in the USA become victims of sex trafficking. USEFUL RESOURCES: https://hookersforjesus.net https://www.facebook.com/hookersforjesus/ https://www.facebook.com/annielobert https://twitter.com/hookersforjesus https://twitter.com/annielobert https://www.instagram.com/hookersforjesus/ https://www.instagram.com/annielobert/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hookers-for-jesus/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-lobert-03935335/ https://www.dea.gov/human-trafficking-prevention https://www.nctsn.org/print/2024 https://dod.defense.gov/News/Special-Reports/0118_National-Slavery-Human-Trafficking-Prevention-Month/ https://www.nctsn.org/resources/public-awareness/national-slavery-and-human-trafficking-prevention-month CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Brian Covey — former professional soccer player turned business leader, host of the podcast Finding Your Competitive Edge, author of Conversations With Covey: 11 Powerful, Inspirational, and Hope-Filled Lessons from Today's Biggest Leaders, father of three, and husband. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Brian's intro [01:48] - Brian's perspective on relationships [04:00] - Brian's backstory [07:35] - Strategies for mastering a growth mindset [10:58] - The best way to stack wins [13:39] - How to repeat success [16:13] - About Brian's book Conversations With Covey [21:01] - Being clear about who you are and where you fit in the world [27:07] - The role that faith plays in his business [30:57] - How Brian strengthens his significant relationships [34:01] - Who's investing in Brian right now [37:56] - The best and worst parts of Brian's job [39:26] - Qualities of a great leader [43:30] - Brian's #1 habit [49:55] - Books that are helping Brian grow NOTABLE QUOTES: "Failing is integral to success. We don't learn without failing." "You can't have the wins without losses." "Things happen for a reason in your life. That failure, that loss, that setback, whatever it is, is setting you up for something if you pay attention and you take action towards it as you go." "You can knock me down. You can do all kinds of stuff to me. But what I have over time, over and over and over, is I get back up." "Pain is just feedback along the way. It's just an indicator of where you are. And it gives you feedback on where you need to make adjustments. Listening to that pain and then making adjustments is a sign of maturity. That's how we move through life." "Too many of us let our emotions guide us versus the standards that we've set. So when you choose standards over your feelings, life becomes easy." "Proximity is power. And, who you're around is gonna shape you." "If you see somebody who looks like a great leader, but there's no fruit from that, there aren't other leaders coming out of that's somebody who likes the spotlight." "You can't just create other leaders. You need to create other leaders that are creating other leaders, and it continues to trickle through. That's how you create organizations that are healthy and vibrant, and people are attracted to." "A lot of times, you just don't need more people. You just need to have deeper connections and relationships with the people that you already have in your life." BOOKS MENTIONED: Never Finished: Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within by David Goggins (https://tinyurl.com/NeverFinishedBook) The Dichotomy of Leadership: Balancing the Challenges of Extreme Ownership to Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin (https://tinyurl.com/TheDichotomyOfLeadershipBook) The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey (https://tinyurl.com/The7HabitsBookSCovey) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://briancovey.com https://www.briancovey.com/podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/thebriancovey/ https://www.instagram.com/revolutionmortgage/ https://twitter.com/TheBrianCovey https://tinyurl.com/ConversationsWithCoveyBook https://www.facebook.com/brian.covey.1422 https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-covey/ https://tinyurl.com/FYCEPodcast CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Julia McCoy — content strategy coach, founder of Content Hacker, author of seven books, host of the Content Transformation Podcast, wife, and mom. Through Content Hacker, Julia helps online experts transform into industry leaders through lasting content. Today Julia talks about the importance of owning your content, the transformative power of pain and hard work, the impact of AI in the writing industry, and much more. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [02:13] - Julia's bio in a nutshell — "Helps online experts transform into industry leaders through lasting content." [04:29] - Julia's backstory [08:41] - Prepare yourself for the hard days in the business world [10:22] - Effectiveness of short-form and long-form content when it comes to marketing [17:00] - Creating a sustainable journey versus a grind [18:40] - Impact of AI in the field of content writing [23:42] - Advice for entrepreneurs who wants to effectively market [27:58] - Of all the books Julia wrote, this is her favorite: Woman Rising: A True Story [33:48] - Things Julia is doing to improve her most significant relationships [35:54] - The role Julia's faith play in her business [39:25] - Julia's top daily habit [45:47] - Books Julia is reading that are helping her grow KEY TAKEAWAYS: OpenAI's model has no source of truth. AI is not only missing facts, but it is missing stories. AI can be useful in assisting you with your writing process, but it cannot replace a human writer. Effective branding and visual storytelling are critical components to consider when building a website. Clearly define your positioning, and ensure that your messaging is clear and you are targeting the appropriate audience — These factors should be addressed before publishing any content. NOTABLE QUOTES: "You get to own your content. You can't own it when it'sit's on any other platform." "There are nuggets of truth to find when we fail. Often when we do things right, we don'tdon't learn anything." "The difference between stumbling blocks and stepping stones is how you use them." "Pain is a necessary part of life. And we don't grow without it. But we have a choice in that growth. We can go through pain, but if we don't put the hard work in working through the pain to get to the other side, we're never gonna learn anything. So if we're willing to do that, pain leads to purpose, which leads to platform." BOOKS MENTIONED: Think and Grow Rich: The Landmark Bestseller Now Revised and Updated for the 21st Century by Napoleon Hill (https://tinyurl.com/ThinkAndGrowRichNHBook) Building a Storybrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen by Donald Miller (https://tinyurl.com/BuildingAStoryBrandBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://contenthacker.com https://www.instagram.com/juliaemccoy/ https://www.instagram.com/thecontenthacker/ https://tinyurl.com/ContentTransformationPodcast https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliaemccoy/ https://www.facebook.com/juliaevangelinemccoy https://twitter.com/JuliaEMcCoy https://twitter.com/content_hackers https://tinyurl.com/JuliaMcCoyBooksOnAmazon CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Renée continue their discussion about communication, the qualities that make a great communicator, and the relationship between communication and leadership. The two also talked about the impact of technology on our relationships and communication skills, as well as things you can do to become a better communicator in order to enjoy more fulfilling relationships with those around you. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - The relationship between leadership and communication [04:32] - The characteristics of an effective leader [06:17] - The iPhone Effect [09:08] - Silence is the cornerstone of listening [14:04] - Some ways to increase joy, gratitude, and perseverance [18:31] - Difference between joy and happiness [20:03] - Figuring out harmony between technology and old-school simplicity [22:11] - Definition of a master communicator [23:51] - Renée's approach to improving her relationships at home [26:26] - Renée's favorite daily habit [27:26] - Who is investing in Renée at the moment [33:35] - The book Renée is reading that is helping her grow NOTABLE QUOTES: "The best leaders lead by being and not by telling." "If you want clear communication amongst your team, you yourself must give that communication to them." "Leadership is about serving. If you wanna be a leader, serve first, because if you're not willing to serve, you can never be a leader." "Leadership is seeking to understand and not be understood." "When you find those people who are seeking to understand and they give you an open platform to be heard, hold them close and tied." "Commonalities are the cornerstone of creating connection." "Being a complete listener is a two-way gift. You give the person who is speaking an open platform to be heard and you yourself gain the gift of learning something new." "Once we connect more with ourselves, we connect better with others." "A master communicator is a person who knows the right time and place to communicate through digital means and the right time and place to have a direct conversation." "When we are so stuck in our digital devices, we are missing the life that's right in front of us." "Remember that when you begin to make clear, authentic, and effective communication of priority in your life, the door to opportunities becomes wide open for you." BOOKS MENTIONED: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One by Dr. Joe Dispenza (https://tinyurl.com/BreakingTheHabitOBYBook) The Universe Has Your Back by Gabrielle Bernstein (https://tinyurl.com/TheUniverseHasYourBackBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.reneemarino.com https://www.instagram.com/iamreneemarino/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/renéemarino/ https://www.facebook.com/CoachReneeMarino https://twitter.com/reneemarino Renée's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSkET6muRFdrKhnW2yyr7g TEDx Talk by Renée - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTxwLQmVx1U&t=2s\ https://www.becomingamastercommunicator.com/ Renée's course- http://www.connectingoncamera.com/ 10 Free Video Prompts ... a gift from Renée - http://bit.ly/3YDCew8 CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks with Renée Marino — communication coach, TEDx speaker, Broadway, and film actress, and author of the book Becoming a Master Communicator: Balancing New School Technology with Old School Simplicity. Renée presented a TEDx talk on finding everlasting happiness and starred in multiple Broadway musicals like Jersey Boys, West Side Story, Pretty Woman, Chaplin, Wonderland, Cats, and Disney's High School Musical. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Renée's intro [02:23] - How Renée got her start in acting [04:48] - Why she decided to become a communication coach [07:50] - Why Renée wrote Becoming a Master Communicator [09:34] - The value of handwritten cards [15:38] - About her book Becoming a Master Communicator - meaning, audience, and reason for writing it [19:36] - An ideal client for Renée [21:49] - The reason Renée left her successful acting career [25:17] - Renée's favorite people to work with in the acting world [28:35] - How Renée ended up doing a TEDx talk [30:28] - The importance of celebrating ourselves NOTABLE QUOTES: "That's the beauty of life. We don't always know where our journey's going to take us." "Being on the creative side of the industry allowed me to see that it's not always the most talented person who gets the role, but it's the one who fits the bill at that time." "Communication is so broad. It's a foundational skill. It's as important as breathing." "Everything in our lives starts with communication, and when we learn to master this skill, we become limitless." "The best teachers are the ones who have gone through it." "The saddest thing in life is wasted talent." "What's meant for you will not miss you." "If you find a job you like, you'll never have to work a day in your life." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.reneemarino.com https://www.instagram.com/iamreneemarino/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/renéemarino/ https://www.facebook.com/CoachReneeMarino https://twitter.com/reneemarino Renée's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsSkET6muRFdrKhnW2yyr7g TEDx Talk by Renée - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTxwLQmVx1U&t=2s\ https://www.becomingamastercommunicator.com/ Renée's course- http://www.connectingoncamera.com/ 10 Free Video Prompts ... a gift from Renée - http://bit.ly/3YDCew8 Gift #2 from Renée ... 21 Ways to Use Communication to Increase Business Opportunities! - 21 Ways to Use Communication to Increase Business Opportunities! CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

Here's an outrageous, provocative and bold statement — you will reach more people on video than you will through print. Why? Because video is more engaging . . . and that's what John is talking about today. Listen in as John discusses the most powerful marketing tool — short-form videos — and how small businesses can get started with this tool to take advantage of it right away. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Short-form video — the most powerful marketing tool [01:48] - Why short-form videos are highly effective [03:07] - Why is it important to keep videos under a minute long? [06:07] - Tips for business owners, marketing managers, social media managers, and content producers [08:58] - Starting with short-form videos [11:56] - Software you can use to create videos [12:47] - Top search engines in the world [13:55] - Some statistics about short-form videos KEY INSIGHTS: Nearly 90% of companies and organizations create videos for marketing purposes. People spend an average of 16 hours a week watching online videos this year in 2022. 33% of all online activities are watching video content. According to CXL, the number of hours spent watching videos has grown by 52% over the last two years. Videos are known to work effectively because people absorb as much as 95% of the message in video content. The ideal length of a short-form video is no more than 47 seconds. TikTok is the go-to search engine for Gen Z. Short-form videos have the highest ROI of any social media marketing strategy. EPISODES MENTIONED: Episode 113 Making Better Videos with Diana Gladney (https://relationshipsandrevenue.libsyn.com/episode-113-diana-gladney) Episode 38 Creating YouTube Legacy with Theresa & Owen Video (https://relationshipsandrevenue.libsyn.com/episode-038-interview-with-theresa-owen-video) SOFTWARE MENTIONED: GoPro Quik app - https://gopro.com/en/us/shop/quik-app-video-photo-editor Canva - https://www.canva.com/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Stacey Brown Randall — business owner and founder of Stacey Brown Randall, creator of Building a Referable Business, author of Generating Business Referrals Without Asking: A Simple Five Step Plan to a Referral Explosion, speaker, coach, podcast host, wife, and mother. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [05:04] - How Stacey started her business and became a referral queen [07:55] - Mistakes to avoid when generating referrals [10:13] - How Stacey's strategy for generating referrals is so different yet successful [12:26] - Referral etiquette [17:32] - The most important driver of referrals [19:55] - Things to keep in mind while referring someone [23:01] - About her book Generating Business Referrals Without Asking [28:43] - Ways that people can work with Stacey [32:19] - About her podcast Roadmap to Grow Your Business [34:35] - Ways Stacey improves her significant relationships [38:39] - Who is investing in Stacey right now [40:58] - Stacey's top habit [42:26] - Books Stacey is reading that help her grow NOTABLE QUOTES: "Understand that referrals come from relationships that have to be maintained, and it's your job and your obligation to protect and honor and respect those relationships." "If you do great work, you absolutely deserve referrals, but you do not owe them. So you have to be willing to do a little bit of work to receive them, and you can't do the things that make everybody, including yourself, uncomfortable or feeling desperate." "It takes two things for a referral to happen: desire and opportunity." "When we can impact how our referral sources feel about us, and how I want them to feel about me or feel about you… we then earn the opportunity to direct how they think." "When you give a referral, your reputation goes with it every single time, and if the referral goes wrong, it is on you to help make it right." "Life is all about relationships and we get out of them exactly what we put into them." BOOKS MENTIONED: Raising Boys by Design: What the Bible and Brain Science Reveal About What Your Son Needs to Thrive by Dr. Gregory L. Jantz, Michael Gurian, Ann McMurray (https://tinyurl.com/RaisingBoysByDesignBook) A Happy Pocket Full of Money: Infinite Wealth and Abundance in the Here and Now by David Cameron Gikandi (https://tinyurl.com/AHappyPocketFullofMoneyBook) Quantum Success: The Astounding Science of Wealth and Happiness by Sandra Anne Taylor (https://tinyurl.com/QuantumSuccessBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.staceybrownrandall.com https://www.instagram.com/staceybrownrandall/ https://www.facebook.com/staceybrandall https://twitter.com/staceybrandall https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceybrandall/ https://tinyurl.com/StaceyBrownRandallBook https://tinyurl.com/RoadmapToGrowYourBiz CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

It's the holiday season — the season of lights, decorations, food, and celebrations with friends & family. But holidays can also be a challenge, especially if you struggle with anxiety, exhaustion, stress, or feelings of inadequacy. How can you rejuvenate the holidays and make space for yourself? Tune in as John discusses the importance of self-care during the holidays and shares his top tips for creating space for yourself. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Taking care of yourself during the holidays [03:53] - Some tips to help you get ready for the holiday season [04:05] - Permission to take care of yourself [04:44] - The question you need to ask yourself [05:27] - Plan ahead [06:07] - Set your limits & boundaries [06:56] - Schedule personal time [08:11] - Pay attention to your senses [09:26] - Do something to help others [10:16] - Create a budget and stick to it [11:35] - Maintain your regular diet, exercise regimen, sleep pattern, and other routines [12:52] - Limit expectations of yourself and others [13:50] - Enlist support from others [14:36] - Have something to look forward to in the future NOTABLE QUOTES: "In order for us to have the best relationships we possibly can have with others, whether in our personal lives or business lives, it starts with our relationship with ourselves." "You gotta learn how to take care of yourself first because once you take care of yourself, you have something to give back to others." "We teach people how to treat us based on what we choose to do or not do, what we allow or don't allow in our lives. And if we don't give ourselves permission to do what's best for our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being, others won't either." "Expectation is the root of all heartache." - William Shakespeare "People often want to help but don't know what will be helpful, so help them by letting them know exactly what you need. You might be surprised at their willingness to help you." "It is so much fun to enjoy the holidays, to do it with people you love dearly. Make those amazing memories with folks … but don't do any of it at the expense of your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health because it's just not worth it." CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

In this episode, John talks about the midterm elections held on November 8th, 2022, in the United States and the link between the elections, inflation, and small businesses. He discusses the impact of the midterm elections on small businesses and what small business owners can expect to happen going forward. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:24] - How the midterm elections affect your business [02:45] - Surveys on small business owners regarding their key issues for the election [04:46] - Inflation is more of an umbrella issue than one specific problem [05:34] - Supply chain challenges for small businesses [08:28] - The recent rise in inflation is considered a supply chain problem [11:31] - Small business owners are optimistic about their businesses [12:50] - Minority small business owners face challenges in accessing capital [15:00] - Inflation has a huge impact on everything [17:23] - Wrap-up KEY TAKEAWAYS: An overwhelming 83% of small business owners surveyed said that they were concerned that their customers might turn to larger companies, given their ability to better withstand inflationary pressures and potentially offer more competitive pricing. ~ Survey by Goldman Sachs While revenue for small businesses nearly doubled over the last year, these same small businesses' profits simultaneously shrunk by 4% as inflation ballooned operating costs and cut into profit margins. ~Kabbage Small business owners were relatively bearish on the overall economy, with 67% of respondents naming a recession as a top concern for the year to come. They were also highly optimistic about the outlook for their businesses, with relatively the same number of respondents expecting an increase in revenue and over half actively planning to expand their business more than a quarter. 29% of female business owners do not think they will ever have equal access to capital. 40% of black business owners and 27% of Hispanic Latino business owners said the same thing. Minority business owners reported more challenges accessing capital for their businesses than the national average, with 46% of black and Hispanic-Latino business owners reporting that they had personally faced those challenges. Black business owners were the most likely to say they were concerned about credit availability. ~National Economic Outlook Survey of Small Business Owners by Bank of America CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

In this episode, John interviews Susan Bennett, the original North American voice of Siri on iPhone. Today Susan works as a professional speaker, emcee, podcaster, voice actor, singer, wife, and mother. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Susan's intro [01:44] - From Brown University to voiceover world [04:34] - How Susan got started in the voiceover industry [06:43] - Susan's current projects [08:42] - How Susan became the voice of Siri [11:55] - The downside of doing an AI voice [15:42] - Susan's musical background [17:22] - Becoming a professional speaker after being Siri's voice [20:10] - About the podcast she makes announcements for [25:22] - Susan's most important daily habit [27:22] - Susan's upcoming projects that she is excited about [31:36] - Book Susan is reading NOTABLE QUOTES: "When I have opportunities like that that come up, whether they're positive or negative, a question I always ask myself is, What does this make possible? You've always gotta try to figure out the positive end of things because if you hang onto that negative thing, the only person that hurts is you. It doesn't hurt anybody else." "The best coaches have coaches. In fact, if you're hiring a coach that isn't being coached, do not hire that person." "It's important to keep your head in a positive place as much as possible because we are surrounded by a lot of negativity. And unfortunately, that's a big part of the media. The media likes to blow things up and make things a big story. You have to try to really think for yourself and stay as positive as you can be." BOOK MENTIONED: Life by Keith Richards (https://tinyurl.com/LifeBookbyKeithRichards) MOVIES MENTIONED: Fargo Moonstruck USEFUL RESOURCES: https://susancbennett.com https://www.instagram.com/siriouslysusan/ https://www.facebook.com/siriouslysusan/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-bennett-8607312/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cr5zFlr6B8 CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Honorée continue their conversation about the process behind writing a book, why she believes everyone should write a book, and why books are invaluable tools for entrepreneurs. If you're thinking about writing a book, have an idea for a book, or even if you've finished your book and want to know what steps to take next, this episode is for you! Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Tone of voice [02:37] - Honorée's experience on BizableTV [05:16] - Things Honorée does to improve her relationships [09:00] - Different ways people can work with Honorée [13:02] - About her book, You Must Write a Book [17:19] - Who is investing in Honorée right now [20:29] - Honorée's go-to habit [21:36] - Honorée's upcoming projects [23:37] - Honorée's message to the listeners [24:43] - Honorée coaches John on his upcoming book [30:21] - Tips for choosing a title and subtitle for your book NOTABLE QUOTES: "Realize that the entrepreneurial journey is more like a roller coaster than a steadfast perfect ascension." "Entrepreneurship is like the flight of the bumblebee. Cause you're going all the time, and you're not supposed to be able to fly. The odds are against you. You're aerodynamically not supposed to get off the ground." "I don't profess that I can change the whole entire world. But I can change the worlds of a few people." "When I used to do corporate training, I would say when you go and you meet someone and you're building a relationship with them over time. And the first date is not the time to throw up in their trash can because it's not that they don't care, it's that they don't care." "One important thing to grow personally and professionally is to invite coaches and mentors into your life… and believe it or not, books count as coaching." "A lot of people avoid divorce but they're not happily married." "The title is what the book is about, unequivocally, no explanation needed. And then the subtitle is The Promise, what does someone get if they read your book." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://honoreecorder.com https://www.instagram.com/honoree/ https://www.instagram.com/empirebuilderusa/ https://www.facebook.com/honoree.corder https://twitter.com/Honoree https://www.linkedin.com/in/honoree/ https://bizabletv.com/programs/honoree-corder-interview-de5452 https://www.youtube.com/c/HonoreeCorder CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

In Part 1 of his interview, John talks with Honorée Corder — author of You Must Write a Book, TEDx speaker, author coach, wife, and mom. Honorée has authored over 50 books and coaches business professionals and writers who want to publish their books to best-seller status and beyond. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [02:39] - How Honorée partnered with Hal Elrod to create the Miracle Morning series [08:16] - Helping aspiring authors create their books [12:35] - John's thoughts on writing a book [13:54] - Getting your book in motion [14:30] - Creating the author-reader relationship [16:21] - Optimization and monetization stages of book publication [19:20] - Traditionally publishing books [21:41] - Mistakes Honorée made publishing her first book [24:24] - John Ruhlin, the writer of Giftology, is Honorée's client [27:52] - Honorée's books on divorce [30:39] - The power of forgiveness NOTABLE QUOTES: "If you want something, give it away." "Don't be like so many people and die with your story inside you. Get it out there because it can help at least one person." "A book boosts your brand, helps you to get more business, and become the go-to expert." "A book is probably the least expensive way someone enters your circle." "The end of the book is the beginning of a relationship." "It is important to fail at things because that's how we learn. You wouldn't know all the stuff you know now if you didn't mess up along the way." "if you're mad at someone, then you are drinking poison and expecting them to die. Although they don't care." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://honoreecorder.com https://www.instagram.com/honoree/ https://www.instagram.com/empirebuilderusa/ https://www.facebook.com/honoree.corder https://twitter.com/Honoree https://www.linkedin.com/in/honoree/ https://bizabletv.com/programs/honoree-corder-interview-de5452 https://www.youtube.com/c/HonoreeCorder CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Zeona McIntyre — real estate investor, consultant, real estate investing coach, Airbnb host, co-host of the Invest2FI podcast, and author of the book 30-Day Stay: A Real Estate Investor's Guide to Mastering the Medium-Term Rental. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Zeona's intro [02:53] - How Zeona got started in the world of real estate [06:02] - Advice for someone who wants to get started in arbitrage [08:07] - Some of the more exotic places Zeona's been to house/pet sit [10:00] - Zeona's transition from being a real estate investor to also being a real estate agent [15:55] - Gaining financial freedom through real estate [19:07] - Short, medium, and long-term rentals [22:50] - About her book 30-Day Stay [26:25] - How to get a free signed copy of Zeona's book [27:58] - How to get 10% off on Zeona's book 30-Day Stay [29:37] - About Zeona's podcast, Invest2FI [33:32] - The idea of Subject To (taking over someone's mortgage) [35:00] - Overcoming objections from people unsure about renting out their property [36:50] - What Zeona does to build and improve her significant relationships [44:07] - Top Habits she believes everybody must have [47:19] - Zeona's ideal client [49:59] - Books that she loves and recommends to others KEY INSIGHTS: The Fire Movement is a movement that involves retiring early, investing in index funds, and becoming financially independent. It is possible to become financially independent in 10 to 15 years, but real estate is a fast track to financial independence. If you're trying to replace your income, look for a property that's going to cash flow at least a thousand dollars a month. A long-term rental is an unfurnished unit leased for a year. Medium-term rentals are furnace units that are rented over 30 days, so they are month-to-month agreements. A short-term rental is less than 30 days, normally three or four nights, and that's the typical vacation rental model. "Even if you think you're an expert in your field, keep growing, keep learning, and keep reading books. Because you need to be getting excited, and you need to be acquiring more knowledge." BOOK MENTIONED: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chris Voss (https://tinyurl.com/NeverSplitTheDifferenceBook) YOUTUBE CHANNEL MENTIONED: Pace Morby: https://www.youtube.com/c/PaceMorby USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.zeonamcintyre.com https://invest2fi.com https://www.instagram.com/zeonamcintyre/ https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/30-day-stay https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQViQdjrSdFaoZnchKHEMw https://www.facebook.com/zeona.mcintyre https://www.linkedin.com/in/zeona-mcintyre/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Sheree Trask — author of the newly released book "Surviving Silence: A Healing Path to Living Out Loud After Trauma", ghostwriter, wordsmith, entrepreneur, non-fiction author, coach, and speaker. Sheree works with coaches, healers, and transformational leaders to get their stories out. Today, Sheree shares her story of trauma, how she worked through the trauma, and what life's like now. If you or anyone you know experienced trauma, this episode will aid in the process of healing. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [03:43] - About Sheree's work [05:05] - John's first book and why he's writing it [07:02] - Sheree's story of pain that drove her to write Surviving Silence [11:26] - Why she released her book on October 15, 2022 [15:07] - Re-encountering the person who hurt her [17:29] - Why it took 22 years for her to write the book [18:42] - How people find her to be their author-coach [20:09] - Why Sheree wrote the book [23:07] - Advice for people who are close to someone going through trauma and aren't sure how to help [26:04] - The proper questions to ask a survivor without hurting their feelings [34:18] - "Why did this happen to me?" [38:10] - An ideal client for Sheree [39:54] - The process of helping transformational leaders get their stories out [43:39] - Best ways to reach out to Sheree [48:16] - How Sheree invests in herself [50:04] - How to get a free signed copy of her book Surviving Silence NOTABLE QUOTES: "We get to have whatever experience we choose to have." "Everything that happened in our lives served a purpose." "A lot of people have this misconception that you'll write a book and then you'll become a bestseller and all of a sudden you'll make all this money. And while that would be luckily, it's not actually what usually happens. It's what comes from the authority of being an author that creates the opportunities that create the income." "You are not for everybody. If you're trying to be for everybody, you're going to be for nobody." "Nobody's trauma is better or worse than the other person. But it's all perception how we experience it." "We just wanna be heard. We just wanna know that we're not alone. I don't want you to fix it. I don't want you to solve it because most of the time unless you've experienced it, you don't know what the hell to do." "There are moments where we have to take a step back and be like; this person doesn't know how to support me because we've never been in this space before. So it's up to me to say what I need in order to feel supported. And if I don't know what I need, it's also up to me to say I don't know what I need." "When you are assaulted, going into the world as whether you're female or male and having intimate experiences, they change after you've been assaulted." "Rather than asking the why question, say, what does this make possible?" "Our relationships are the foundation to every single thing in our life, and it starts with the relationship with ourselves." BOOKS MENTIONED: 48 Days to the Work You Love: Preparing for the New Normal by Dan Miller (http://tinyurl.com/48daystotheworkyoulovebook) Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - And Keep - Love by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller (https://tinyurl.com/AttachedBookTheNewScience) Becoming the One: Heal Your Past, Transform Your Relationship Patterns and Come Home to Yourself by Sheleana Aiyana (https://tinyurl.com/BecomingTheOneBook) The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. (https://tinyurl.com/TheBodyKeepsTheScoreBook) The Power of Attachment: How to Create Deep and Lasting Intimate Relationships by Diane Poole Heller (https://tinyurl.com/ThePowerOfAttachmentBook) PODCAST MENTIONED: The Language of Love with Dr. Laura Berman (https://tinyurl.com/TheLanguageOfLovePodcast) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://shereetrask.com https://tinyurl.com/SurvivingSilenceBook https://www.instagram.com/shereetrask/ https://www.facebook.com/sheree.trask https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachsheree/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ShereeTrask CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Adam Smith — a mindset and high-performance coach and the director of A-Game Consultancy, a wellness and fitness company. Adam helps executives and business owners to get better in the areas of health and mindset to increase their productivity and profits. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Welcome notes and Adam's intro [01:34] - Explaining the name of his company: A-Game Consultancy [03:20] - The difference between consultancy and coaching [05:42] - The ups and downs of Adam's life [15:38] - John mentions Dan Miller [18:34] - What he means by high-performance alcohol-free coaching [21:56] - Adam's way of helping executives and business owners [23:34] - "Proper questions" he asks as a coach [26:07] - Framing questions the right way [28:48] - About The Habit Building Handbook [31:16] - Hacking your habits [37:10] - Using effective communication to improve significant relationships [42:39] - The three R's to nurture your relationships [43:54] - Who is making an impact in Adam's life right now [47:17] - The top habits every executive or business owner must have NOTABLE QUOTES: "Rock bottom is a great foundation on which to build." "Life can either happen to you, or life could happen for you." "If something challenging is happening in my life, if I get upset about it in some way, is it going to change it in any way? And if it's not… never do I give it any sort of mental or emotional energy anymore. It's not gonna change the result." "It's very important to understand the power of the words that we use." "Never split the difference around negotiation. What you need to do is not ask why in any negotiation or any conversation. It's asking what. And it's asking how." "Habits create everything that we do as people. Everything we do is a habit." "Don't try to change an entire habit. Just hack the habit in a different way." "There's always pain in life, and you have to choose which pain you want. There's the pain of change and there's the pain of staying the same. When the pain of change becomes less than the pain of staying the same, then things change." "Relationships are the most important thing. They are the greatest currency that we have." "Writing down how you're feeling around the emotional side of things is gonna really help your relationships to flourish." BOOKS MENTIONED: 48 Days to the Work You Love: Preparing for the New Normal by Dan Miller (https://tinyurl.com/48DaysToTheWorkYouLoveBook) The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy (https://tinyurl.com/TheCEBookDHardy) Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Chris Voss (https://tinyurl.com/NeverSplitTheDifferenceBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-smith-0440811b1/ https://www.instagram.com/adamsmith_nlpcoach/ https://linktr.ee/adamsmith_nlpcoach https://www.agameconsultancy.com/ https://www.agamehabitbuilding.com/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Daniela Liscio — author of the newly released book How Not to Get Screwed by Your Lawyer: A System for Business Owners to Manage Costs, Reduce Stress and Take That Control. She is also an experienced corporate attorney and business consultant who has handled mergers and acquisitions, financings, private equity investments, and corporate reorganizations. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:33] - Welcome notes and Daniela's intro [02:48] - Daniela's backstory [05:16] - About her book How Not to Get Screwed by Your Lawyer [07:14] - The first advice John received when he started his business [09:00] - Impact of your relationships on your business life [13:41] - Turning down transactional kind of relationships in business [16:29] - Daniela's motivation for studying law [20:50] - Daniela's experience transitioning from corporate law to business consulting [25:09] - Ideal client for Daniela [30:40] - About her upcoming book [36:10] - Questions to ask when we are interviewing prospective attorneys [41:27] - Why people blindly follow their attorneys' advice [44:36] - How Daniela improves her significant relationships [48:52] - Who's investing in Daniela right now [54:45] - How to get a signed copy of her first book for free [56:42] - Book Daniela recommends TIPS ON FINDING YOUR PROSPECTIVE ATTORNEY: Referrals are a great place to start when looking for the right lawyer, but take them with the right perspective—they're just a guiding point, not the end of your research. As soon as you've identified the right people to talk to, determine if this is the lawyer that you want to hire. One of the key questions you should ask is whether s/he has experience working on cases similar to yours and if s/he has achieved the desired results. NOTABLE QUOTES: "Naturally, we assume there's going to be difficulties when it comes to the legal world. Nobody wants to have the need for a lawyer. No one wants a legal problem. But as a business owner, it's almost impossible to not have lawyers." "Business has never been just about money. You can't survive as a business if all you are thinking about is making money." "Many of our most influential businesses started as small businesses. Small business is the heart of our society." "If your personal relationships are completely out of whack, that is going to impact your business life and your professional development." "It is really central to everything that we do in business building those stronger relationships to enhance our professional life, but ultimately that just brings us happiness and joy." "Develop the right skills to keep you thriving in any environment." "People are worried about inflation, about recessions, about cancel culture, about all of these new phenomena. Have we forgotten businesses always face challenges? Businesses always have some problems." "We should not disempower ourselves by limiting what we can accomplish vis-a-vis the professional relationships in our life." BOOKS MENTIONED: Pitch Anything: An Innovative Method for Presenting, Persuading, and Winning the Deal (BUSINESS SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENT) by Oren Klaff (https://tinyurl.com/PitchAnythingBookByOrenK) Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz (https://tinyurl.com/PsychoCyberneticsBook) PODCAST MENTIONED: Real Coffee with Scott Adams Podcast USEFUL RESOURCES: https://danielaliscio.com https://daniela.berserkermail.com/App%20Opt%20in https://www.instagram.com/daniela_is_spicy/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064098670381 https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-liscio-87a75848/ https://tinyurl.com/HNTGSBYLawyerBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John and Shea continue their conversation about Shea's life story with a deep dive into some of the lessons he's learned along the way. Throughout the conversation, they discuss how being abnormal is good (and necessary), the importance of failing and adversity for success, the importance of finding purpose, and much more! Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Shea's transition from baseball to civilian life [05:04] - Cheat codes to success [08:34] - Uniqueness and abnormality pay off [11:18] - Importance of failing in life [13:24] - The Level-Up System to become a lead performer [20:16] - The role of faith in Shea's life and business [25:37] - One habit every person needs [30:37] - Shea's plan to write a book [37:11] - Last book Shea read NOTABLE QUOTES: "Successful people make up a story in their head. I can't trust you because you want something from me. You have to want something from me… But what I discovered when I pulled back those layers of the onion, the only reason why I couldn't trust other people is I couldn't trust myself." "People are struggling and stuck in a status quo because they don't do anything. Like it's, if you just do this and do this and do this, you're guaranteed success… It's just doing the little things every single day and creating resilience and belief in who you are and stirring up that hunger to keep you going through those days to where you wanna give up." "We use excuses at our current situation to keep us where we are right now. Momentum is the key to life. The hardest part of momentum is getting started. The reason why people don't start is excuses and their current situation." "Your excuses are valid. Those are your excuses… But even though you have those, you still have to take the action. You still have to go." "You have to be able to hit the curve ball. You have to be able to pivot what makes you unique." "The only way you'll find abnormality, the only way you'll be unique is discovering who you are at the core." "So many of us can't just show the world who we truly are in fear of people thinking you're weak." "How do you know what you want if you don't know who you are?" "If you wanna create wealth, do something you're passionate about." "Each one of us has been given a voice … God doesn't reveal that to us. But it's our responsibility to keep training and keep growing and keep doing, not to compete, but to speak." BOOK MENTIONED: From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks (https://tinyurl.com/FromStrenthToStrengthBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.sheahillenbrand.co/home https://www.instagram.com/shea_hillenbrand/ https://www.facebook.com/iamsheahillenbrand https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0WMafhmTCD6R_zUlAHasaw https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheahillenbrand/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to Shea Hillenbrand — former 2x All-Star Major League Baseball (MLB) player who played for the Boston Red Sox, Arizona Diamondbacks, Toronto Blue Jays, San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, and Los Angeles Dodgers. Today Shea is a Global Elite Performance specialist that helps world-class athletes and leaders master their inner game so they can win in all areas of life, which provides true meaning to their success. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:43] - Brief intro of Shea [02:36] - What made him fall in love with baseball [05:41] - How he achieved his dream to become a pro baseball player without any resources [07:33] - Pivotal moment in Shea's life [11:15] - The Red Sox and White Sox drafted him at the age of 20 [12:35] - Shea's message to the audience [17:16] - Details of his success formula [18:15] - Deciding to quit baseball and why [26:12] - Turning relationships and self-improvement into a career rocket [27:54] - The difference between passion and purpose [31:30] - The five P's of life NOTABLE QUOTES: "Skillsets have utility, and if you wanna take yourself from where you are right now to where you wanna go to achieve that dream… you have to be able to master skill sets regardless of whatever that is because skill sets have utility, but they don't require talent. They don't require ability. They require commitment. They require dedication. They require sweat and tears and blood." "You have to put the work in. You have to do it. You have to allow yourself to fail. You have to allow yourself to jump outside your comfort zone. You have to allow yourself to go out there and do it over and over again because you have to create resilience through the process." "What do 97% of people do? They give up. They allow that failure to conform, to define who they are, rather than refine who they are." "Playing minor league baseball is extremely difficult. But I didn't give up… So when everybody said it was too hot, they were tired… I never gave myself that opportunity, that option. I trained that mindset, that MLB mindset to go out there and persevere and do it and pivot all the way to the top." "Life is about momentum. We could argue and discuss politics, COVID, and religion, but life is about momentum. And once you get into momentum, stacking little wins on top of each other, what's gonna happen is you will get rewarded." "The most important conversation you ever have in your life is the conversation you have with yourself, not anybody else." "The biggest thing that you could do for yourself is fill up yourself first, work on yourself, your personal pillars… Then your private pillar, that's your interpersonal relationships and people close around you, your family, your parents, your spouse, your kids. When you do that, your professional life will explode to a level that you didn't even think imaginable." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.sheahillenbrand.co/home https://www.instagram.com/shea_hillenbrand/ https://www.facebook.com/iamsheahillenbrand https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0WMafhmTCD6R_zUlAHasaw https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheahillenbrand/ CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/

John talks to David Waldy, a.k.a The Fierce Empathy Coach — business coach, speaker, husband, and dad. Through his coaching, David empowers entrepreneurs, leaders, and small business owners to live life with fierce empathy so they can win at work and at home. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:53] - David's intro [01:37] - His backstory and why he became a coach [05:20] - Why he was terrified of entrepreneurship [10:15] - What led David into entrepreneurship [15:27] - What his mentor asked that changed his life [25:06] - John's perception of sales [29:42] - The power of sales [32:19] - Four pillars of transformation and how they fit in with David's Fierce Empathy Method [45:43] - What leads to change [49:26] - The most important thing to recognize when it comes to relationships and revenue [55:34] - Who is investing in David right now [57:38] - How David is improving himself [1:01:34] - One habit every leader needs NOTABLE QUOTES: "I had all the right answers for everyone else but none for myself, for whatever reason. And it was simply because I was self-sabotaging." "The beautiful thing about books is it's literally the distillation of all of the brilliance, the failures, the pain, the difficulties, the challenges, the successes, the breakthroughs of that individual who took the time to write that down and to give that as a gift." "The things in your life that you are resenting and that you take for granted are actually your greatest gifts." "Success and sales start with serving." "Clarity to me is this foundation for all of us to grab a picture, to create a picture of the version of us that we want to. Not to say like, "Oh my gosh, I'm in this terrible spot. I could never get there." But no. Instead to say, "Okay, this is who I want to be as a father, as a husband, as a wife, as an entrepreneur, as a friend. This is how I see myself." "If you want to change something in your life, you have to literally change your mind." "There's the pain of staying the same, and there's the pain of change. When the pain of change becomes less than the pain of staying the same, then things change." BOOKS MENTIONED: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (https://tinyurl.com/TheAlchemistBk) $100M Offers: How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No by Alex Hormozi (https://tinyurl.com/100MillionOffersBook) The Wealth Mindset: Understanding the Mental Path to Wealth by Neville Goddard (https://tinyurl.com/TheWealthMindsetBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.davidwaldy.com/home https://www.instagram.com/davidwaldy/ https://www.facebook.com/davidwaldy https://twitter.com/davidwaldy https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwaldy/ https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidWaldy CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro music provided by Tony Palacios - https://www.instagram.com/tonytonedog/ Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/