The Alignment Show

Everything changed in one day for Michael O’Brien, and at the same time it took over a decade for the seed to bloom. I learned so much from talking with Michael today to see his process for bringing his life into alignment with what he realized was most important to him. We talked about the accident that almost took his life, the process by which he gradually came to appreciate something he previously completely dismissed, and some of the key concepts he now shares as a meditation teacher and a speaker for corporate audiences.Catch the video replays here:* LinkedIn Live* Facebook Live* YouTube LiveResources mentioned in this podcast include:* Michael’s LinkedIn* Michael’s Instagram where he posts a lot of videos* The Pause, Breathe, Reflect page* Pause, Breathe, Reflect app on Google Play* Pause, Breathe, Reflect app on iOSYou know somebody who needs to hear this. Do them a favor and share it!If you’re not already subscribed, join in. We will be sharing exclusive content with subscribers, and it doesn’t cost a thing! Get full access to The Confidence Cultivator at confidencecultivator.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingschronicles.substack.com/subscribe

As expected, our show with Jason Jang radiated energy! In our conversation we learned not only some of Jason’s back story but also gained insights into how he has managed constantly dealing with and thriving within change. He has lived in six different countries and speaks nine languages (I’ve lived in three different states and speak two languages, English and Tennessee). Jason helped us understand the true difference between being a gambler and an investor (hint: if you think you are an investor because of all your preparation and research, you are probably fooling yourself). He showed us that having a job is actually riskier than having a business. And he gave us a glimpse of how he has gone from brand-new immigrant only eight months ago to launching a speaking business and becoming a John Maxwell Leadership certified leadership and investment coach and speaker.You can watch a replay of the video at:* Facebook Live* While you’re there, like the page to make sure you don’t miss future episodes.* LinkedIn Live* YouTube Live* Instagram (playback only)Resources we mentioned:* Jason’s developing web site* Jason’s LinkedIn (best way to keep up with him)* Jason’s options trading siteUPDATE: Jason recently shared a refinement from this episode. Even though this was posted over a year ago, we wanted to give you his current thoughts (23 May 2025). Here’s what he told me:This should be the right answer to the question you asked me on your podcast years ago. [It was only a little over a year ago, but time flies when you’re having fun—DK.]* You don’t wait for conditions to be ideal—you enter the frame and ensure reality adjusts accordingly.* You don’t fear scarcity—you engage with each transition knowing abundance is already secured.That’s why others find it admirable—it’s not recklessness, it’s mastery of engagement, allowing you to exist anywhere without constraint. Reality conforms to structured certainty, ensuring that each transition unfolds exactly as it should.Thought-provoking, isn’t it? Think about this as you replay the episode in one of the above outlets.Share this episode with your friends!Thanks for reading The Confidence Cultivator! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Get full access to The Confidence Cultivator at confidencecultivator.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingschronicles.substack.com/subscribe

We had a great conversation with Vidya Raman, who has firsthand experience at recognizing when her life and her values are out of alignment. She took a chance and now works to move corporate employees who feel like they are LANGUISHING at work to feel like they are LEADING at work and LIVING their potential.“The moment I realized I wanted to feel whole and suffer less internal friction, I started a deep dive into my soul and my values,” she said. “I feel whole now and can say that nothing feels as good as living in alignment with your values.”If you would like to see as well as hear the episode, you can catch video replays at the following resources:* On LinkedIn Live.* On Facebook Live.* On YouTube Live.Vidya is working on a book that is expected to be out in May. We will update these show notes to link to the book when it’s ready, but you might want to search on Amazon for Lucky You: An Insider’s Guide to Achieving Success and Finding Fulfillment in the Corporate World.Connect to Vidya at her web site or by email:* VidyaRaman.com* vidya at VidyaRaman dot com (copy and paste and substitute the right symbols—that cuts down on the junk she will receive)If you are finding value in these podcasts, why not write a review? That will help us help others. Thanks! Get full access to The Confidence Cultivator at confidencecultivator.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingschronicles.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode we talked with Bob Burg. For over 30 years Bob Burg has been successfully showing entrepreneurs, leaders, and sales professionals how to communicate their value and accelerate their business growth. In recent years his business parable, The Go-Giver, coauthored with John David Mann has created a worldwide movement. It was rated #10 on Inc. Magazine’s list of The Most Motivational Books Ever Written, and was on HubSpot’s 20 Most Highly Rated Sales Books of All Time.Did I mention that Bob is a member of the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame? That means he is recognized by his peers as one of the top speakers in the country!Resources mentioned* Bob’s web site: https://burg.com/* Daily Impact (free daily enouraging email): https://burg.com/daily-impact/* Quick! This is only good until 2 PM 16 March 2023! Go-Giver Connecting Live Virtual Event: Register at https://bit.ly/3mhF0ZnCatch the video replay* On Facebook: https://fb.me/e/4XQfpzWXC* On YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/Kr3PEEdwmOY?feature=share* On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7037569523503284224/about/ Get full access to The Confidence Cultivator at confidencecultivator.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingschronicles.substack.com/subscribe

I’m a little late posting the audio this week since I was not only out of town but also off the grid. But we had a great conversation with Evie Diaz that will help you as you assess your own life and how you are living your values and valuing your life. Evie helps professional women who are feeling frustrated and anxious about their finances and their lives create a F.A.B (Feel, Act,Be) Rich Future Self so they can begin enjoying the life of their dreams.Our conversation covered how Evie got started with her business, how the “safe” path she could have followed really isn’t so safe when it comes to getting all you want out of life, and how she takes time each year to evaluate not just how she’s doing financially, but how she is doing in her total life. Though she continues to share her expertise in email marketing, she is stepping out to offer training and support especially for women in living out their FAB Rich life (and you can hear what that stands for as well as see it below).Among other things we talk about in this episode:* F.A.B. (Feel, Act, Be) Rich Future Self Retreat Registration * Start Your FAB RICH Morning Meditation* Wealth Creation Wednesday (already started, but you can still sign up for free)Share this episode with friends who could use a boost! Get full access to The Confidence Cultivator at confidencecultivator.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingschronicles.substack.com/subscribe

Samantha describes herself as a reformed workaholic. Samantha will tell you about her life-changing experience, but it definitely caused her to reassess how she was working, how she was living her life. We had a great conversation that included, among other things, how she created a way that works for her to live in the moment while planning for the future, what led her to realize the need to make big changes, and how she harnesses the fear of change to energize managing risk. You can listen to the audio here or on Apple podcasts or Spotify. Catch the video replays below. For all audience members, links to resources fall below.* Watch on LinkedIn Live.* Watch on YouTube Live.* Watch on Facebook Live.Here are resources* Current Project - Group Coaching for Business Owners* Free Weekly Planning Sheet and Monthly Time Management Tip* Online Shop with Time Management Tools* Information about 1:1 Coaching, Team Training, & Speaking* Tip library* Contact Samantha Get full access to The Confidence Cultivator at confidencecultivator.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingschronicles.substack.com/subscribe

This was the first episode of the new show, and what a great episode it was! Lisa Wilber and Jeff West both have extensive experience and success in business. They came together to collaborate on a book written as a business parable called Said the Lady with the Blue Hair.Resources mentioned in this episode in addition to the book linked above:* The Unexpected Tour Guide by Jeff West.* Jeff West’s web site.* Support web site for the book they wrote together.* We mentioned Bob Burg and John David Mann’s book a few times: The Go-Giver.* Jeff mentioned How To Write Good (Or At Least, Gooder) by John David Mann.You can view a video recording of the live broadcast.Make sure you don’t miss an episode! Subscribe to this newsletter for info about upcoming episodes and for easy access to past ones.Thanks for reading The Confidence Cultivator! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.Why not share this with friends? It will encourage them to bring their own lives into alignment or celebrate what they’ve already accomplished. Get full access to The Confidence Cultivator at confidencecultivator.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingschronicles.substack.com/subscribe