The Primed Mind Podcast

After finding himself feeling empty after climbing the ranks at Oracle, Tim realized there's more to life than profits. My guest today is Tim Kelley, author of True Purpose. He consults and speaks all around the world to executives and business leaders about creating meaning and a mission. He helps profit-based companies to transform into profitable purpose-based ones. And what's the result? Usually, it means more employee engagement, more aligned employee retention, and more profits. Does your business have a purpose? Listen to this episode to learn more. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

When she started research for her book on luck and control, Maria Konnikova had no idea of the surprising path this project would take her on… She studied psychology at Harvard and got her PhD from Columbia University – who would have guessed that she would turn poker professional? Certainly not her grandmother! What started off as a psychology book project turned into winning the internationally televised PokerStars Caribbean Adventure tournament and a Team Pro deal from PokerStars and eight months of full-time tournament play… Maria went from having zero experience or interest in poker to becoming a professional in an impressively short amount of time. It takes commitment, self-awareness, and simply putting in the hours to achieve proficiency (and mastery) in anything you want to accomplish. Listen to this episode to hear Maria's incredible success story… Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

To maintain high performance while growing your business to the next level, you've got to outsource some of the work. That way, you can focus your time on doing what you do best. Our guest for this episode is Nathan Hirsch – he knows all about effective delegation. In fact, he created his company Outsource School to share everything he knows about it. But before that, Nathan founded, grew, and eventually sold FreeUp, a virtual assistant platform. His career began in the early days of Amazon, selling college textbooks. After some time, he found he couldn't do it all himself – and he made more than a few hiring mistakes… Can you relate? Time management is vitally important for the high-performing person. Listen to the episode to learn about creating systems for workload delegation and outsourcing, costly hiring mistakes to avoid, and how to keep drama from overtaking your workforce. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

What if you could snap your fingers and generate a state of gratitude, energy, and confidence? Well, that's exactly what this week's A-Game Advantage guest, Nicholas Spohn, teaches his clients to do. Nicholas is a hypnotherapist and performance coach who specializes in using body language to create specific emotional states allowing you to access peak performance on demand. In this episode, Nicholas shares his four steps to creating powerful body language patterns, and how you can start implementing them in your own life today. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

Bob Dalton is the founder and CEO of Sackcloth & Ashes, a mission-driven company that gives a blanket to a homeless shelter for each one purchased. He shares his motivation for wanting to become a social entrepreneur and reveals the personal story that inspired him to action. Bob and Elliot discuss the exciting road ahead for Sackcloth & Ashes, how Bob balances a busy work life with his family life, and how you can support whatever cause calls to you. Listen in to learn some valuable tips for becoming a social entrepreneur – and learn the advice Bob would give his younger self when he was just getting started. 3 Key Points As a social entrepreneur, understand who is the true hero. Trust your gut and continue to move forward. Collaborate, join a cause, and support it! Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Bob's Website Sackcloth & Ashes

Stephan Spencer, an author, speaker, consultant, podcast host, founder of Netconcepts, and leading expert in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), is an optimization pro – in all areas of life. He shares why being experimental, comfortable with uncertainty, and willing to put yourself out there is key to success, and proves it with his own story. Stephan explores the value of SEO and he explains why he sees it as the "operating system of the internet". Listen in to learn what SEO can do for you and your business, what to watch out for, and why it's an asset – and hear why SEO is like a chess game where you can move your opponent's pieces, too. 3 Key Points Don't be afraid to put yourself out there! Distinctions make a difference and everything is an experiment. Be comfortable with uncertainty in SEO and life. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Stephan's Website Marketing Speak Podcast Get Yourself Optimized Podcast A Free 15-Minute Consultation

Bill Schuffenhauer, a leadership, employee engagement, and personal development speaker and coach, shares how he shifted his mindset to become a 3-time Olympian and silver medalist despite an extremely challenging start. Bill now sees his journey in a positive light and explains how he shifted his mindset to push past his tragedies. Now, he helps leaders and corporate teams transform and succeed by finding their bigger "why" – and he's never been happier. Listen in to learn why mentorship is so important and get inspired to write your story and finally live your dream. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Your tragedies or downfalls don't define you. You can write your own story. Be consistent. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Bill's Twitter Bill's Facebook Bill's LinkedIn Bill's Website

Alexandra Stockwell, a relationship and intimacy expert, knows what it takes to have a committed relationship that is deeply passionate, satisfying, and fun. She helps couples who just know their relationship could be better so they can up-level their relationship and their quality of life. Alexandra and Elliot discuss some common issues couples have and the surprising discovery she has made about conflict resolution, compromise and taking responsibility (it's not what you'd think!). Listen in to learn an exercise that'll get your relationship moving in the right direction – and hear some tips for communicating with your partner in a way they'll understand. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points You can have a committed relationship that is passionate. Cultivate curiosity by asking open-ended questions. You are 100% responsible for your relationship. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Alexandra's Website Alexandra's Book

This week's guest is Dr. Stephen Cabral. Dr. Cabral is a Board Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and founder of the Cabral Wellness Institute. An important part of being a high performer is being better prepared than your competition, and right now, all of our biggest competition is the COVID-19 virus and the impact caused by our attempts to combat it. Dr. Cabral joins us to share some proactive measures you can take to boost your immune system, giving you the best chance to stay healthy and safe. Being well prepared will go a long way in easing stress and anxiety, which, as you'll hear, can wreak havoc on your immune system. Click here to try Elliot Roe's Primed Mind app for free Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes!

Want To Make 2020 Your Best Year Yet? Join The 20 Days To A Primed 2020 Challenge John Assaraf, New York Times bestselling author, founder of NeuroGym, and leading mindset and performance expert, shares the science behind rewiring your mindset to get rid of self-sabotaging patterns. John shares about his troubled childhood and how his first mentor taught him the difference between "interested" and "committed". He gives practical "innercises" to change your mindset and make decisions free of fear or self-limitation. Listen in to get tips from his latest book – and learn the first step towards achieving your biggest dreams and goals so you can get there faster. 3 Key Points When you truly commit, everything changes. Get out of your comfort zone in order to reprogram your brain. Interruptive patterns change neural networks. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App John's Website John's Instagram and Facebook page FREE Brain-A-Thon John's Book - Innercise

In this episode, Jamie Seamans, a life-long entrepreneur and cofounder of Garage Kings, shares how to scale a business you love. Jamie opens up about his biggest challenges and how he kept hustling – even when his wife was uncertain about his vision. Jamie and Elliot discuss learning, growth and mentorship, and Jamie explains the stages of business he believes are best for each. Listen in to hear the three things Jamie thinks about daily, why it's dangerous to connect your purpose with your job, and the number one thing every entrepreneur must know about their business. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Get the momentum going from the beginning! Get clear on your purpose and don't just link your purpose to your job. Life is stages of letting go. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App com - Website Garage Kings - YouTube

In this episode, Steph and Shay, a power-couple that has successfully trained and coached couples for a decade, explain how to enhance and strengthen your relationship with your partner. Steph and Shay share their journey to becoming relationship coaches and vulnerably share about their own personal relationship. They give real-life examples of transformed relationships and give some tips that are sure to make a difference in the way you communicate. Listen in to learn about "love crumbs", reestablishing rapport, and the true purpose of relationships – and get a peek at what they offer in their courses so you can perform at a higher level alongside your loved one. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Weak communication is the #1 root issue in relationships. A strong relationship is key to high performance. The true purpose of a relationship is wholeness. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Steph and Shay's Website

In this episode, Scott Young, the author of the bestselling book Ultralearning, explains the difference between traditional learning and ultralearning. Scott describes the qualities of an ultralearner and breaks down what we must do to activate knowledge. Elliot and Scott discuss why it's important to be direct and why we lack the ability to transfer our knowledge from the classroom to real life. Listen in to hear the steps you can take to become an ultralearner so you can learn and use whatever you choose. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Tailor the way you learn to your specific goal. The easiest path isn't always the most effective. Be deliberate and direct. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Elliot's Survey Scott's Website Scott's Book - Ultralearning

In this episode, Justin Kavanaugh, owner and head coach at the Sport and Speed Institute, shares why mindset comes first – even for athletes. Justin explains how the mind-body connection is integrated in his work and why his program taps into not just the body, but the mind and spirit. Elliot and Justin discuss why any successful person must be rooted in their passion, purpose and principles to be truly fulfilled. Listen in to hear some tips from Justin on how to get an advantage and perform at your best. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Training the mind comes first. To excel you need passion, purpose, and principles. The biggest power is being able to mentally turn on and off no matter the circumstance. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Justin's InstagramThe Sport and Speed Institute website

In this episode, Elliot speaks to Nir Eyal about his new book 'Indistractable.' Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Distraction is anything that takes you away from what you intended to do. Traction is anything the moves you closer to what you intended to do. The first step to mastering distractions is learning to manage internal triggers. Work hard and go home. Contact/Resources Nir's Website Indistractable Book Distraction Guide Schedule Maker

In this episode, Bill Perkins, a successful businessman, hedge fund manager, and high-stakes prop better, reveals the ripple effect he loves to see from prop betting. Bill explains the difference between something that's impossible and something that simply requires hard work and resources, and shares how he tries to bring out the best in people. Elliot and Bill discuss his upcoming book "Die With Zero" and what he believes is the biggest mistake someone can make. Listen in to learn how to get real results – now. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Your beliefs inform your behavior. Change your beliefs, change your behavior. Always do your best and recognize the possible. You aren't going to live forever and your resources aren't static. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Bill's Instagram Bill's Book – Die With Zero

In this episode, Lauren Zander, the co-founder of Handel Group, reveals how to identify and interrupt destructive behavioral patterns. Handel Group is a renowned corporate consulting and life coaching company dedicated to teaching people how to realize their personal and professional visions. Elliot and Lauren discuss the Handel Method and how she came to develop it for herself and those she teaches. Listen in to learn "how to human better" by stopping the lies and realizing a worthwhile dream. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points It's important to study our parents and our epigenetics. You need basic principles to produce actual change. Don't lie to yourself and others. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Lauren's Website – Handel Group

In this episode, Tony Yu, an entrepreneur and co-founder of Vessi Footwear, reveals the psychology behind a successful Kickstarter campaign. Elliot and Tony discuss how he dove into entrepreneurship and the challenges he quickly encountered along his journey. Listen in to hear some tips on how to start a successful Kickstarter campaign – and learn why it's so important to capture emotion when trying to convey your brand's messaging. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points It's important to grow your team when trying to scale your business. Learn by doing. Capture emotion to effectively convey your brand. Contact/Resources Website – Vessi Footwear Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App

In this episode, I speak with Sarah Prout, a writer, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and author of Dear Universe: 200 Mini-Meditations for Instant Manifestations. Elliot and Sarah discuss her trauma-healing journey and how vulnerability and joy unlocked her freedom and power. Listen in to hear some tips on how to cultivate an abundance mindset and move through difficult emotions – and learn to redefine yourself with an evolved awareness around any phrase beginning with "I am". Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Anything the mind can think is possible. Meditation and the healing journey can take many forms. Joy is the currency of consciousness. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Sarah's Website Sarah's Book Sarah's Instagram

In this episode, I speak with Jeff Banman, an army ranger and fire captain who participated in the fire rescue and emergency response at the Pentagon during the 9/11 terrorist attacks and worked for the CIA. Elliot and Jeff discuss what separates high performers from the rest in terms of their key behaviors and ability to cope with stress. Listen in to hear the three things Jeff uses to measure mindset strength – and find out how The Primal Journey transforms weak points into performance indicators. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Stay present. Breathe and set recovery points and periods. Comfort, confidence, and creativity are the three components of a strong mind. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Jeff Banman – Website

In this episode, Kayvon Kay, sales master and creator of the One Call Closer methodology, reveals the mindset difference between a salesperson and a closer. Elliot and Kayvon discuss the importance of listening, asking the right questions, and being empathetic towards a prospect's personal pain. He'll explain the three "C's" – Certainty, Clarity, and Conviction – and why they are critical for closing success. Listen in to hear an expert share how to change lives by selling what you truly believe in. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Sell what you believe in. To close you must have certainty, clarity, and conviction. Listen and ask the right questions at the right time with finesse. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Kayvon – Kayvon's Website For information about Kayvon's live 2-day intensive email [email protected]

In this episode, Steve Sims, founder of Bluefish and expert at making things happen, reveals how he went from poor bricklayer to Oscar party host. Elliot and Steve discuss how he built his company from nothing and the mindset required to achieve the impossible. Listen in to hear why people don't dream big enough, how Steve built a process to fulfill the dreams people didn't know they had, and what he's doing now to keep the dreams alive. Click here to access the full show notes & extra content for this episode and to listen to all of the other episodes! 3 Key Points Relationships are when both parties benefit; value must go both ways. People don't dream big enough; that's why Steve helps realize bigger dreams than his clients initially had. When you dig into them, big dreams usually come from a trigger of an emotional memory. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Steve's book: "Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen" Steve's Website Bluefin's Website In the U.S., you can text "SIMS" to 345345 to get videos, a tip sheet, and alerts Steve's Instagram Steve's Facebook

In this episode, Michael Naylor, the Head of Performance Nutrition at the English Institute of Sport, reveals what nutritional strategies really work to increase your performance and gain a competitive edge in any area of life. Elliot and Michael discuss how he works backward to create nutritional plans that fit his client's individual needs while optimizing their performance. Listen in to hear an expert share the truth about popular diets – and learn the best way to fuel your own life's purpose. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Michael, the head of Performance Nutrition at the English Institute of Sport who has worked with international football, rugby, and Olympic teams 01:45 – Michael's background and journey 02:00 – He has a degree in Nutrition and got an internship at the English Institute of Sport 02:45 – He travelled and worked with international teams and was Head of Nutrition for Team GB at the Rio Olympics 03:50 – Nutritional needs are different in every sport, in every position within a sport, and in every individual 05:10 – New diets are so common and the messages out there are conflicting and confusing 06:00 – It comes down to your purpose and goals; from there, a nutritional plan can be put in place to get you to where you want to be 07:00 – How Michael creates a nutritional plan 07:15 – He assesses what the athlete is doing that day in training and works backwards from there to support the activity and body 09:18 – The individual might have dietary restrictions, so Michael works with them to respect those while still getting them to their purpose 10:30 – The role of supplements 10:42 – He recommends supplements on occasion, but urges athletes to just eat real food unless they have a deficiency 11:15 – Even vegans can get their dietary requirements through food; there's an element of convenience with supplements 13:05 – Michael's thoughts on carbohydrate-limiting diets 13:15 – Every gram of carbohydrate holds about three grams of water so if you limit carbohydrates, you're limiting water mass, not losing fat mass 14:00 – It's all about being in a negative energy balance when wanting to reduce fat mass 15:45 – General tips for anyone trying to be healthy 16:00 – Reflect on what you eat and what your goals are and write it down 16:50 – Educate yourself on basic nutrition and balance your vegetables, fruits, protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates 17:39 – Build in your carbohydrates based upon your activity level and use free tools like My Fitness Pal to log food 18:15 – Plan your food based upon your activity and think ahead 19:00 – Why it's important to choose lean meat 19:15 – There's less calories and saturated fat in lean meat 19:45 – Subtle changes that make a big impact 20:10 – Eliminating sugary drinks or snacks; many athletes have a bad habit of drinking sugary drinks 21:15 – What he sees at the Olympic level 12:30 – Athletes get great nutritional support in the UK but in the Olympic Village they try to get the athletes to eat McDonald's and other unhealthy food 22:42 – The athletes have to get prepared for the village because they are the ones that must make the responsible choice 24:00 – Performance shifts over time when their nutrition is changed 25:00 – Every meal is a stimulus in your body; it either maximizes or minimizes your wellness and adaptation 26:24 – You can gain a competitive edge and increase performance by eating the right foods 26:35 – Match your nutrition strategies to your purpose 27:30 – There's a much simpler approach that's more effective than eliminating entire groups of food 3 Key Points Don't believe in every fad diet – what's trendy now may not be next year! Fuel your body based on your purpose. Food can be used in many ways to increase performance and gain a competitive edge. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App My Fitness Pal – Nutrition Tracking App Instagram & Twitter– Keep in touch with Michael Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In this episode, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, a relationship and intimacy coach, reveals what high-achievers typically lack within their personal life. Elliot and Alexandra discuss the common concerns she hears from couples and why her work is so important for future generations. Listen in to hear a relationship expert share some tips to improve your own relationship – and find out what it really means to be good in bed. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:30 – Introducing Alexandra, her background in medicine, and her journey to becoming a relationship and intimacy coach 03:00 – She prioritized her patients and family and wasn't honoring herself; she learned from other people's experiences that if she continued she'd get burnt out 05:15 – She took a sabbatical from medicine and found herself chairing a committee for her son's school three months later 06:05 – She realized that she didn't know how she wanted to live her life and lacked the skillset of enjoyment and fulfillment 07:00 – She had spent a night in the children's ICU and came home to her daughter who had just lost a tooth; she lost her touch to feel for less intense situations 07:50 – She enrolled in the School of Womanly Arts and did a lot of personal growth and mindset work 08:30 – She realized that she needed to focus on intimacy, sensuality, and sexuality; she took what she learned to improve her relationship with her husband 10:00 – Alexandra also took a coaching course and realized that coaching is what she wants to do 10:55 – Why people don't take the time to learn how to improve themselves 11:10 – People are busy and tend to take their identity from other labels 11:40 - When people are high-achievers, they typically aren't in the realm of intimacy, self-connection, and vulnerability 12:50 – We learn through imitation as mammals but for relationships there aren't that many role models 13:40 – Barak and Michelle could be a good example; some people use their parents as a starting point for inspiration 15:00 – The idea of being great in bed 15:30 – If you've had a great time, then you're great in bed; being great in bed involves being right with who you are 16:12 – The responses Alexandra gets when working with high-achieving couples 16:45 – She works with couples who ask, "Is it actually possible to transform this?" 18:00 – The couples she works with have a pattern and limiting beliefs of the union 18:45 – Oftentimes there will be a woman who wants her man to change and a man who wants to change but can't face his inability to please his woman 19:50 – Guiding people through difficult conversations 20:10 – Nothing anyone can say will shock her, she seeks to clarify to couples that they each must take 100% responsibility 21:20 – Advice for intimacy in parenthood 22:05 – A dip in connection tends to happen when a baby is born; her and her husband did sensual practices and never had that dip 22:50 – It's possible and there's hope; Alexandra advises awareness and attention towards the significant other when integrating a baby into your life 24:10 – Keeping the marriage strong for the children and family 25:00 – Alexandra believes that the best thing she can do for children is teach their parents how to have a good, nourishing relationship 25:45 – There are gender roles in the household and relationship, but she wants women to feel beautiful, attractive, and attracted and men to feel appreciated in their being 26:50 – Each person should feel that who they are and their being – not just their tasks - is nurtured and loved 27:45 – What high-achievers tend to track 28:00 – With relationships, the parameters are not as clear as with fitness and money 28:33 – Acceptance and love coming from both sides impacts everything, including business; be your partner's biggest fan 3 Key Points Be right with who you are and you'll be great in bed. Intimacy as a new parent is possible – but you've got to give it attention and awareness. Be your partner's biggest fan. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App alexandrastockwell.com –Keep in touch, receive a gift, and learn about her course Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In this episode, AJ Yager and Meaghan Connell, owners of the data agency Praxis Metrics, reveal why using data is critical when companies want to acquire, convert, and retain more customers. Elliot, AJ, and Meaghan discuss how data sets you apart from the competition and why data provides relief instead of overwhelm. Listen in to hear a data-nerd power-couple share how anyone – at any level – can begin using data to leverage their efforts in business and in life. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing AJ and Meaghan's company, Praxis Metrics 02:10 – The story behind Praxis Metrics and how they use data in life 2:30 - AJ likes to use data to make and justify decisions while Meaghan likes to be inside the data; when they started dating they saw that their brains complemented each other 03:00 – They started working together and data was the common bond; they are passionate about education, knowledge and understanding 03:40 – AJ seeks wisdom which is the collection and implementation of knowledge and information; he tracked everything health-wise to figure out what made him healthier 04:45 – Getting caught up in the business and not on it as entrepreneurs 05:00 – They work with teams that rarely take time to review the insights they have access to; there doesn't have to be a separation between you and big data 06:00 – People are overwhelmed by numbers and aren't taught to understand data-reading; they don't know what to do with it 07:15 – Numbers tell a story that doesn't lie; some people avoid it if it's not what they want to hear 08:00 – Using data to set yourself apart from the competition 08:30 – Companies that didn't use data from the dot com boom no longer exist; it's the companies that saw new information and used it that succeeded 08:45 – Your competitors are using data to get ahead; they're looking at ads and internal operations that work and that don't 09:17 – Don't hope and guess – use data to know your efforts will work 10:20 – The starting point for entrepreneurs 10:33 – It all starts with tracking; focus on marketing and sales and implement standard operating procedures that implement data 11:50 – The more information you get, the more you have to track; know who you attract so you can target more of those people, for example 14:10 – Use Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and tracking pixels to track your customer's journey 15:30 – You don't need an IT department; you just need to outsource or have someone on your team who is tech savvy 15:50 – The changes AJ and Meaghan see in businesses who begin tracking data 16:00 – It speeds up time to value and scalability; all it takes is seeing the 20% that is yielding 80% of results 17:45 – Just with one number, they have seen a company grow drastically and completely change the way they get customers 18:30 – Entrepreneurs feel relieved when they see data that answers why things are or aren't working; the data optimizes and eliminates waste 19:45 – Data is critical when investing or looking for investors 20:25 – Investors are impressed by numbers and appreciate businesses that get the data themselves 21:20 – On using data personally 21:35 – Health-wise, data is obviously used; AJ and Meaghan use data in their relationship, too 22:00 – They understand each other's love language and track how they show love to each other 22:45 – They used the data as feedback to change and become better at showing love to each other; at 3:33pm Meaghan gives AJ physical touch and words of affirmation 25:35 – They use apps to track habits; where you spend your time and money is what you prioritize 3 Key Points Don't hope and guess – use data to know your efforts will work. Data optimizes your business and eliminates waste. See where you spend your time and money and that'll tell you what you prioritize. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Praxis Metrics – AJ and Meaghan's company Facebook, LinkedIn – Praxis Metrics Instagram, LinkedIn – Meaghan Connell Instagram, LinkedIn – AJ Yager Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In this episode, Amy Morin, a psychotherapist turned "accidental" author, reveals the struggles in her life that caused her to turnaround her mental state. Elliot and Amy discuss how, when you cut bad habits, your good habits become that much more effective. Listen in to hear a world-renowned author and speaker share what not to do to become mentally strong and live a healthy, happy, and fulfilled life. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 –Amy's background and journey 01:40 – Amy was a therapist and interested in psychology; she realized that she needed mental strength in her own journey 02:07 – Her mother passed away suddenly; she began studying mental strength from a new perspective 02:30 – She wondered why some people got "stuck" when bad things happened while others could move on 02:50 - Her 26-year old husband died of a heart attack 3 years after her mother's death; she had since learned strategies to cope 03:45 – Soon her father-in-law was diagnosed with terminal cancer; she went into a bad mental state and wrote herself a letter to get herself out 04:20 – She published the letter online and it has been read 50 million times; an agent contacted her and told her she should write a book 04:40 – In 2013 she wrote that article, her first book came out in 2014 and was translated into 33 languages, and now she speaks 05:40 – When you cut bad habits, the good habits become that much more effective 06:58 – The most powerful habit to deal with grief 07:07 – Don't give away your power; don't let other people or situations take away your control of how you feel 07:42 – Decide to do what's best for yourself despite others or their expectations 09:40 – How Amy's techniques apply to business and other areas of life 10:05 – Social media opens the door for resentment and comparison 10:30 – How Amy's techniques are applied 10:40 – They are applied gradually and some may apply more than others at different points in life 11:00 – Your mental strength is like muscle; you must keep working at it to make it stronger 11:30 – She's honest and tells people that she still struggles with not doing certain things; it requires constant work and conscious effort 11:50 – She realized that her potential is greater than what she thought 10 years ago 12:50 – She never thought she could be a public speaker; but she decided it was ok to be scared as long as she did it anyway. Her TedTalk is currently at 9 million views. 13:45 – About her new book 13:50 – It released in January and is based on questions readers asked her after reading the first books 14:05 – Her book is specifically for women; it explains what it looks like to be a strong woman 15:10 – The difference between a man and a woman becoming strong 15:55 – Girls are raised seeing only powerful male figures but are told they can do anything; there's a disconnect 16:15 – The book helps people understand their self-worth, where the ideas come from, and how to break through 16:30 – How women can break through the programming 16:36 – Raising awareness of stereotypes and stories from her childhood help show women their power 19:05 – Going from therapist to public speaker 19:12 – It's the same strategy and skills but just used on a larger scale 20:30 – She shared her personal story while still a therapist and was worried how it would affect her career 21:38 – The impact of social media on mental strength 21:55 – It has become a way to escape feelings and get distracted; Instagram is bad for mental health and opens the door to comparison and feelings of lack 22:40 – Social media has become a replacement for face-to-face contact 23:00 – She uses social media for business but finds it important to unplug; studies show a boost in happiness if you don't sleep with a smartphone in the bedroom 23:35 – Become more aware of what life is like without your phone 3 Key Points Mental strength is like physical strength – you've got to keep exercising it. When you cut bad habits, your good ones become more effective. Unplug regularly to experience more happiness and fulfillment. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset Coaching App Katherine Switzer – YouTube Video Amy Morin – Website 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do – Book 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do – Book 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do – Book Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In today's episode, Matt Mullenweg, co-founder of WordPress, CEO of Automattic, photographer, and world traveler, explains why he believes open-source is the only moral way for software to continue. Matt has witnessed the rapid advancement of open-source through his work with WordPress and has dedicated his life to democratizing publishing on the entire web. Although his lifelong mission is lofty to say the least, he maintains a balanced life with meditation, disconnected breaks, and travel. Listen in as Matt shares his opinion on culture, results, and taking control of your journey. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes 01:30 –Introducing Matt Mullenweg, co-founder of WordPress, CEO of Automattic, photographer, and world traveler 02:00 – He loved the idea of making websites; he started coding by contributing to his own blog 02:30 - Matt's early days 02:40 – He volunteered for B2-Cafelog and when they stopped being developed he posted on his blog about wanting to continue 03:00 – He set up the software for 5 or 6 of his friends from his performing arts high school and those were the first ever WordPress sites 04:27 – The most exciting thing about the journey 04:42 – When someone he admires uses WordPress, he feels proud; he loves the open-source volunteers he works with from all over the world 06:30 – Matt's views on open-source technology 06:40 – Everyone uses it and improves it, which makes improvement so much faster than if it were proprietary 07:30 – It's important for the community to see and help improve how our technology works 08:00 – The WordPress hierarchal structure 08:10 – Things get approved; but if someone disagrees with his decision, people can still take ideas and go a different direction 08:56 – There are about 300-500 code contributors per release; this doesn't include all the other positions that go into making a release possible 10:35 – Dealing with people who disagree with his decisions 10:53 – He engages with the community to hear their concerns and get input; Twitter doesn't lend itself well to effective communication with the community 12:20 – Matt's self-care routine 12:55 – He meditates with the Calm app; his self-awareness has improved with meditation 13:25 – He thinks music is the most underrated mood-changer; he has different music for different tasks 13:48 – He'll listen to the same song or album on repeat to get in the zone; deep house and DJ sets help him get energy and focus 14:50 – He uses the net "Sleeping Dragon" sound 15:18 – Matt's Burning Man experience 16:40 – How Matt disconnects 16:46 – At least once a year he completely unplugs and goes somewhere where connecting is difficult 17:10 – He takes micro-breaks throughout the week and avoids things building up while he's on vacation by working a bit each day 19:50 – Tips for others running young companies 20:06 – Don't try to innovate in too many ways at the same time 20:30 – Focus on hiring, retention, and letting go; it's important how you treat your employees 21:05 – It's respectful to let go of those who aren't a good fit 21:55 – How Matt trusts the people he brings on 22:28 – In the early days, he enjoyed doing all the jobs; then, he could hire for those jobs or delegate 22:40 – He still loves to code but doesn't necessarily like the way the company codes now 23:30 – The importance of culture 23:40 – He believes culture is an overused word; just practice what you preach 24:30 – Emphasize that the rules are an iteration; keep building and reexamine your assumptions 24:50 – Results keep you honest; Uber and Google as an example 25:45 – Matt's future 25:50 – The goal of his companies is to democratize publishing; they want the whole web on an open-source operating system 26:13 – He plans on working on this for the rest of his life 26:50 – Their philosophy and quality of software keeps WordPress popular 3 Key Points Open-source is critical for rapid worldwide innovation. Practice what you preach. Results keep you honest. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App Calm – Meditation App net – Sound Site Work Rules! – Book Principles – Book Matt's Instagram Matt's Twitter Matts Website Automattic – Matt's Company com – WordPress Add-on Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In today's episode, Ben Greenfield, a world-renowned expert in health and fitness, explains how his lifestyle and business evolved into what it is today. Ben is a wildly successful speaker, entrepreneur, and expert on human optimization, and he attributes his ability to operate at such a high level to his purposeful, self-sustaining, and relaxed home life. He also tells us his thoughts on homeschooling, "health" foods, and how he has chosen to raise his kids. Listen in as Ben reveals the four steps to optimization and the secret to rapid recovery. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:11 –Introducing Ben Greenfield, a world expert in health and fitness, who has done bodybuilding, triathlons, and is a professional obstacle course racer 01:20 – He is a public speaker and expert on human optimization 01:40 – Ben's journey 02:00 – He's always been into mind and body wellness; he got his master's in biomechanics and physiology and opened personal training studios 02:25 – He was named America's top personal trainer in 2008 and began working more on the business side; he started investing, consulting, speaking, and writing 02:40 – He has a podcast and a company that develops formulations and supplements 03:30 – He wakes up happy and with a purpose; he wants to help others live their best life, too 04:00 – On the way he lives 04:22 – He lives in the forest in Washington State and lives off the land; he hunts, his wife grows food, and they have chickens for eggs 04:30 – His relaxed way of living helps him operate better because life isn't too stressful 04:52 – The evolution of Ben's diet 05:12 – In college, he ate terribly; he'd eat McDonald's regularly 05:30 – He shifted into the way he eats now by gradually making changes to his diet as he learned more about nutrition 06:16 – When he tested his blood markers, he realized that he was fit on the outside but dying on the inside 07:00 – He realized that the "health" foods he was eating weren't healthy at all 08:03 – He began eating superfoods, fasting in the morning, and eating home-cooked meals 08:50 – He's learned how bad muscle meats are, and that other parts of the animal, like the liver, heart, and organs, are way more nutritious 09:30 – He's learned how to ethically harvest animals and plants with the least amount of waste possible 10:30 – Ben's diet 11:30 – He uses ancestral preparation techniques; if you don't have allergies/restrictions, he recommends a wide variety of foods prepared ancestrally 12:30 – He finds cooking to be meditative and enjoyable 12:53 – How his kids eat 13:10 – His kids eat everything; they don't like to eat off kid's meals and would rather have nutrient-dense food 14:38 – His kids are very healthy, fit, and balanced; his goal is to raise them to be independent and free-spirited 15:40 – On not homeschooling his children even though he was 15:50 – Homeschooling allowed Ben to graduate high school at 15, but he believes traditional schooling has its benefits 16:16 – He wants his kids to be able to work in group settings, plus Ben finds it would be unfair to homeschool his kids when he wouldn't be able to dedicate himself to it entirely 16:53 – He teaches his kids everything they won't learn in school 18:11 – Some people are better equipped to teach their children at home; he believes he and his wife can teach some things but not all 19:18 – Tips for self-optimization 19:52 –Understanding that your body is a battery; charge it with good water, minerals, sunlight, and by touching the planet 25:43 – Ben's thoughts on plastic water bottles 26:30 – Plastic impacts our hormone systems; Ben tries to use only glass bottles 27:45 – Ben's number one physical recovery method outside of nutrition or sleep 27:55 – Cold and heat; find a sauna and finish with a cold shower or plunge 28:45 – A traditional sauna is just heat; an infrared sauna produces a light and heat that penetrates the body deeper 30:10 – Ben starts his day with a hot/cold session 3 Key Points Ancestral food preparation techniques are a tried and true diet foundation. Recharge your body with water, minerals, sunlight, and contact with the earth. Educate yourself on food waste, nutrition, plastics, and healthy habits – and adjust your lifestyle accordingly. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App Book – Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon Book – Free Range Kids by Lenore Skenazy Spring Locator – Find a Spring Book - Estrogeneration Ben's Website Ben's Business Website - Kion Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In this episode, Oli Billson, a marketing and business growth expert who specializes in direct response and marketing automation, reveals the key ways to move the needle in business – and keep it moving. Elliot and Oli discuss how the lessons learned through competitive sport can be both beneficial and challenging when utilized in entrepreneurship. Listen in to hear a highly sought-after business consultant share why working on yourself, maintaining a routine, and focusing on your goals is critical to both personal and business success. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:40 –Oli's entrepreneurial journey 01:50 – He started his first business at 15 years old and played tennis since he was 7 or 8 years old 02:37 – He lost his love for tennis and sought something else; he found joy in making custom-built computers for clients so he began doing that 03:50 – He had the freedom to choose his life's path from an early age 04:08 – His education in sports translated well to business; the competitive nature of sport can also create internal conflict 04:45 – You must work on yourself to move the needle 05:00 – In sport he wanted to know every aspect of the game but in business it's hard to do that 05:35 – He went to university for a year and was approached by KPMG; he still dropped out because the corporate life wasn't appealing to him 07:05 – Bringing on the best staff 07:30 – Early in his business, he had an expectation that the people he hired would be like him; it took him a while to recognize how people were different 08:15 – He learned that he needed to adapt and find more people to act within their unique ability 09:10 – What Oli did to self-teach 09:50 – Before about a year ago, he looked for resources outside of coaching 10:07 – He learned that different techniques need to be deployed at different points in a business's growth 10:50 – Oli got a coach because he needed support in making decisions 11:00 – The impact coaching has had on Oli's business 11:20 – He thought it was about getting to the next level as a leader but it has made more of a personal impact than he could've ever guessed 11:45 – He can now spend more time with his children and is more clear on his personal vision, goals, and priorities 12:13 – Personal balance is directly impacting his leadership skills 12:40 – His struggles as a leader were like his struggles as a parent; both are connected and being addressed through coaching 13:10 – He has become more mindful 13:32 – How Oli organizes his time 14:00 – Focus is key; a clear personal and business vision is necessary 15:16 – Have a clear mission that is measureable and achievable 15:40 – Create an annual set of priorities and make quarterly, monthly, and weekly projects to achieve those goals 16:48 – Daily disciplines are the daily breakdown to accomplish the goals outlined 17:00 – The 4 P's 17:00 - Promotion: Diving leads and making money 17:20 – Production: Make something 17:49 – Provision: Things you must do for other people or compliance 18:00 – Pedestrian: Administrative things that can be delegated 18:20 – Oli's routines 18:30 – Every night he plans the next day and every morning he has a wellness and working routine 20:40 – Advice for someone wanting to build a business 21:00 – Discipline and structure are key to success; work within your unique ability 21:40 – Oli's "ah-ha" moment in business 22:00 – Successfully helping other people do what he has done to succeed after he tested and refined the process 3 Key Points The lessons learned through sport greatly benefit business – but also challenge a competitive mindset. The strategies implemented to grow to one level of business are different than the strategies needed to grow to the next. Have a clear vision, mission, list of priorities, and goals to get to the next level in life and business. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App Next Level Business – Oli's website Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In this episode, Ed Latimore, 13-1 professional boxer, author, speaker, and former alcoholic, reveals what is necessary to create true and lasting change. Elliot and Ed discuss how boxing taught him the grit and resistance he needed in the real world when getting sober, going back to school, and joining the military. Listen in to hear someone who has learned things the hard way share the truth about limitations, making money, and living a fulfilling life. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 –Ed's background and journey 01:44 – He had an alcohol problem, a dead-end job, and was broke into his late 20s 02:50 – When he realized he had a greater vision for himself, he went into the army so he could pay to go to school 05:10 – After being in school and in the military, he quit alcohol and had to re-adjust to the change 06:30 – He was building himself up as a boxer and kept busy 07:00 – The most important decisions he made were to go to college and join the military 07:46 – Getting sober has helped him become a better person for the world; drinking was the one thing holding him back 10:18 - Shifts are spurred by negative reactions or positive ones; Ed's were spurred by his confidence 10:42 – He gave himself 3 goals and told himself he could drink again if he accomplished 2 of them 11:00 – By the time the goals had been accomplished, he didn't want to drink again; he's learned to enjoy life without alcohol 13:55 – Ask the right questions and use the solutions given to you in mentorship 14:45 – He works privately with people and takes it personally if they don't take the advice that would help them 15:50 – People want confirmation or an easy answer; if they aren't ready, they won't make a change 17:00 – Most of the people he speaks with had a clear moment where they realized they needed to change 18:40 – How boxing helped his mindset in other areas of life 19:05 – Boxing helped him build grit and resilience; he didn't fight his first fight until he was 23 years old so he had to be persistent and dedicated 20:22 – He used that mindset when he went to school for math and when he wrote his books; he didn't let criticism stop his momentum 23:30 – On how his book changed his life 24:10 – His first book generated life-changing opportunities; it didn't generate a life-changing amount of money 26:20 – He's hoping his next book will generate more income because he has learned more about the selling and marketing side of things 26:35 – Tips to start living a life you love 26:40 – Get up an hour earlier and stop wasting time 27:05 – Money is the result of providing value 28:30 – If you can do it in person, you can probably do it online; operating online will give you time and location freedom 29:40 – We accept limitations, but they are just illusions 30:00 – He wouldn't have tried to do certain things if he would've allowed perceived limitations to stop him 3 Key Points People often want confirmation or an easy answer, but real change is hard. Money is a result of providing value. Limitations are illusions; create your desired reality by ignoring the illusion. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App Ed's Twitter Ed's Website – EdLatimore.com Ed's Book – Not Caring What Other People Think is a Superpower Ed's soon-to-be-released book – Sober Letters to my Drunk Self Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In today's episode, George Bryant, US Marine, author, and marketing consultant, shares his incredible journey from a very difficult upbringing to using his story to build successful businesses. George had a childhood that involved physical, sexual, and emotional abuse that led him to develop some unhealthy coping mechanisms. He decided to take control of his story, share it, and use it to grow both as a persona and an entrepreneur. Listen in as George explains why owning your story is so incredibly powerful and how you can do that. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 –Introducing George and his incredible journey 01:40 – How George went from a very difficult upbringing that included physical, sexual, and emotional abuse to being an incredibly successful and positive person in adulthood 04:30 – How George came to the realization that he needed to change how he was eating to feel better 04:50 – He documented the entire journey and his fight against bulemia on his food blog 05:17 – "My thought was if I could close my back doors, I would have no choice but to succeed." 06:10 – He realized how much power and healing can come from owning your story and sharing it openly so that it doesn't control you anymore 07:06 – The common thread is that he was trying to avoid connection 07:50 – Why George thinks you need to work toward sharing your story over time 08:25 – He knew that, for himself, he had to go to extremes and share his story publicly in order to have the breakthrough he needed 08:40 – He reveleaed his story on the biggest podcast in the world 09:20 – You need to own your story for yourself first and there are 4 stages to progress through 09:35 – The 4 As George has had to go through every time there is a breakthrough 10:20 – Acceptance is where you put a pin in the map. It doesn't mean you have to be okay with what you're going through, it's just accepting where you are in the moment. 11:00 – How George utilizes action and accountability to keep himself on track 11:50 – "You're not alone. These things didn't happen to you, they happened." 12:30 – Why George threw the keynote speech he planned out the window and shared his 60 seconds of truth 13:10 – How his wife challenged him to tell his story to the next man he saw 13:50 – What happened when he told 2 complete strangers his entire story 15:30 – How the feeling of sharing his story became a new addiction at first 16:18 – How awareness has made this a strength 16:34 – How he calls himself out and hold himself accountable 17:10 – Why he has embraced unapologetic authenticity even if that means calling himself out publicly 18:15 – How George's addiction to bulemia was actually an addiction to something that fixed the feeling of the core wound underneath it 18:35 – How shining a light on the dark spots where shame hid made everything easier 19:30 – George wasn't comfortable taking his shirt off even when he had an 8-pack due to his body dysmorphia 20:05 – All of these issues were wrapped up in taking back control he felt was taken from him 21:10 – The work he did set the foundation for him being able to accept that these beliefs and actions weren't serving him 22:00 – In the present moment, it's about course correcting and keeping the ship moving forward 22:50 –He realized he was setting himself up for failure with perfectionism 23:22 – Start with awareness 23:50 – Anger is a secondary emotion and underneath is hurt or fear 24:20 – These feelings are tools your subsconscious has created to keep you safe 24:50 – How George uses the knowledge that he has gained on his journey in his marketing consulting 25:45 – The core of what he does is help people get out of their own way 26:06 – The 3 things that human beings need to change in a specific order 26:28 – He uses his story as a tool to create permission for people to self-identify 28:00 – "Marketing is nothing more than two-way, long-term, value-based relationships" 28:50 – How a previous client doubled revenue by giving permission to the team 30:32 – Marketing is becoming less inhuman 31:00 – How marketing moves in cycles 31:47 – Those who are focusing on two-way relationships are winning and will continue to win 32:20 – We aren't even seeing ads anymore 32:58 – "Relationships beat algorithms" 33:30 – Where people can find George's keynotes 34:30 – George is focusing on teaching for the next part of his journey 3 Key Points When you own your story it will no longer own you. All changes start with awareness. Relationships beat algorithms. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App George's Website – Civilized Caveman George's Facebook Group – Marketing with George Bryant Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In this episode, Scott deMoulin, business consultant, speaking coach, and CEO of Destiny Training Systems International, shares some tips to communicate more effectively and propel your business to the next level. Elliot and Scott discuss why most people fail in business and, surprisingly, it's not what they do or don't do: It's how they think. Listen in to hear a true expert in the realm of personal development reveal what all leaders have in common and why mastering your message is crucial to your success. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Scott deMoulin, a business consultant and speaking coach who has been in the personal development industry for 38 years 01:40 – Scott's entrepreneurial and personal growth journey 01:53 – He's accelerated his journey by learning from the experiences of others; he's worked with the top thought-leaders in the industry 02:50 – Curiosity, learning, and constant growth 03:00 – His partnerships with leaders in the industry were the best learning opportunities 03:30 – Scott's mission to contribute to small business owners and entrepreneurs 04:00 – The risks business owners take are scary but can be mitigated 04:40 – Why most people fail: They think they know enough and refuse to discover new or different ways to operate 05:20 – The most successful leaders have a need to know more and think differently 05:55 – Conscious businesses are more successful 06:07 – How to determine someone's willingness to learn and why it's critical 06:30 – It's important to stay on pace with technological advancements in business 07:15 – The difference between "need" and "want" and how urgency changes the game 08:15 – A business owner must diagnose a client's needs and wants so they can serve the client effectively 08:50 – Why mastering communication is important 09:10 – 90% of your success is directly related to how effectively you communicate; Google's "Project Oxygen"example 10:25 – Mastering the message, marketing, and communication to your audience 11:20 – Getting past the fear and anxiety of public speaking 13:00 – How preparation leads to success and melts fear 15:00 – An exercise in Scott's program to help people get comfortable when speaking to a group and spur engagement 18:25 – Tips for effective public speaking 18:48 – Persuade, don't just present; ask, don't tell 19:40 – Educate, don't sell 22:30 – Think differently; engage your audience, then ask them a question 24:39 – Train your audience to participate by asking questions and allowing them to respond 25:24 – Understand the anatomy and syntax of a speech 27:24 – Why mastering the art of speaking is beneficial to entrepreneurs 28:25 – The difference between looking good and being perceived as an expert 29:20 – Speaking opportunities to benefit your business 30:00 – Scott's client success examples 3 Key Points Most people fail because they think they know enough. A successful speaker persuades, educates, and engages their audience. Mastering the art of public speaking and communication will drastically benefit your business. Contact/Resources Book - Think and Grow Rich Scott's speaking program - www.EngageFromYourStage.com Scott's business training program - www.WinningBigWithIntegrity.com Scott's Main Website -https://destinytraining.com/ Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

In today's episode, Dr. Kayvon K, productivity and mindset coach for entrepreneurs, shares some of the biggest stumbling blocks that high-performing entrepreneurs face. Dr. Kayvon started off his career as a doctor but was soon presented with a fork in the road when he found it too difficult to push his empathy aside. After an interesting journey, Dr. Kayvon now helps entrepreneurs and CEOs get out of their own way so they can continue to grow. Listen in as Dr. Kayvon explains how resistance holds us back and how we can push past it effectively. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:01 –Introducing Kayvon and how he became a coach for entrepreneurs 01:30 – How and why Dr. Kayvon went from being a doctor to a coach for entrepreneurs 05:06 – Where entrepreneurs and CEOs are getting stuck when it comes to mindset 06:15 – How Dr. Kayvon helps his clients get out of their own way 07:00 – Understanding and breaking through self sabotage 07:20 – Why Dr. Kayvon focuses on helping clients find their core strengths 08:00 – This work demands deep and radical honesty 08:15 – Since we only have one mind we need one highest priority. Dr. Kayvon helps his clients figure out what this is through a series of questions. 09:17 – How Dr. Kayvon's empathy presented him with a fork in the road 10:20 – How Dr. Kayvon realized that he is not made for working on the sad side of helping people 10:30 – Turning this on its head and working with people on growth and positive impact has helped him find his zone of genius 11:33 – The common theme between Dr. Kayvon's various products and audiences who may be at different stages in their growth 12:00 – He helps all of these people with clarification through the process of simplifying things so they can narrow down their focus and become high performers. 12:45 – How the issues you're facing show up in different ways 13:00 – It's one thing to be able to recognize them but how do you deal with it? 13:20 – Mindset training and martial arts training have a surprising amount in common 13:34 – How the person who is trained in dealing with these issues deals with them vs how an untrained person deals with them 13:45 – Are we trained in our responses or are we not? 14:00 – You only have 2 options when faced with a trigger: having a reaction or having a response 14:20 – His favorite system to use when distraction is the trigger 15:00 – There is a response for everything. Example: When I find myself getting distracted, I set the timer and use the Pomodoro technique. 15:05 – Kayvon's passion project that helps people know how to respond to any given trigger 15:40 – Making our reactions to responses second nature takes training but it allows you to respond instead of react 16:25 – How his clients are using these techniques 16:30 – When you procrastinate on something, only commit to the first 5 minutes. Anybody can do just 5 minutes. 17:20 – More often than not, this subdues the resistance so you can continue the work after the first 5 minutes without it feeling daunting or overwhelming. 18:05 – It's very difficult to work in something and on something at the same time 18:20 – We react differently to different environments but you can create your own productive environment that is natural and gets you results 18:53 – Tricking our mind with intelligently-designed environments is much more effective than trying to use willpower 19:35 – The 2 twists that Dr. Kayvon applies to scheduling to make it even more effective 19:47 – "I don't prioritize my schedule, I schedule my priorities" 20:04 – Why you should use what you know about when you work best to schedule your most important work for the day 20:49 – He schedules tasks based on natural engagement 21:00 – There are times of day when your brain is naturally more in input, output, or creative mode and you should embrace those natural patterns 21:40 – If I have a call when I'm in creative mode my creative work will suffer later and so will the call because that is best suited for output mode 22:30 – This results in an environment of productivity where I'm naturally doing the right things at the right time 22:45 – Recommendations for anyone wanting to optimize how they work 23:07 – The difference between Dr. Kayvon's programs and who is best suited for each 3 Key Points If you're doing several things for clients, focus on what you enjoy most and where you deliver the most value. Regardless of what we're doing, we are always in our own way. Embrace your natural patterns when scheduling your day. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App Kayvon's Website – 10x Productivity Kayvon's New Program – Thrive Kayvon's Scheduling Page – talktokayvon.com Book - The War Of Art Credits Podcast Production, Editing, Show Notes & Transcript by Podcastily

Ray Higdon had a high-paying, stable, comfortable corporate job, but when the bosses pushed him to work extended hours and give up his weekends, he had enough. He left the corporate world and got into real estate, where he had quick success, at least until the housing bubble popped. In a blink of an eye, he was seven figures in debt and struggling to pay his bills. In this episode of The A-Game Advantage Podcast, Elliot and Ray discuss how Ray was able to get out of that hole and become one of the biggest names in network marketing. Tune in to discover the Mindsets that allowed Ray to enormous huge obstacles into overwhelming success. Time Stamped Show Notes... [1:40] - Ray shares his story [1:50] - Left high paying corporate job to get into real estate. [2:35] - Did very well until the real estate crash. Ended up $1,000,000 in debt. [2:50] - Got invited to a network marketing presentation, joined, and ended up being the top earner in the company. [4:05] - Discussing the negative stigma of network marketing [4:45] - Ray knew lots of people who had been successful in it, so knew it was possible. [5:05] - This is the lowest risk, lowest overhead, way for an average person to start a home business. [5:55] - Many people use it as a launch pad to start other businesses. [7:00] - The importance of Mindset in marketing and business. [7:10] - It's the #1 trait. It doesn't matter if you're the most skilled or have the best tactics, without Mindset, you won't go far. [8:30] - Why Ray hired Elliot even after achieving success and earning lots of money. [9:45] - This biggest roadblock holding people back from business success. [10:40] - Learning lessons from setbacks and obstacles. [11:15] - Why making more money is the best thing you can do for the world. [13:30] - Self-sabotage and the fear of being successful [13:45] - "You'll never become that which you despise." [14:45] - The fear of putting your face out on social media. [17:45] - Advice for those dealing with financial struggles [18:00] - The story of Felix Dennis [19:10] - Change your focus, change your direction. [20:05] - Book recommendations [23:05] - Fine-tuning your Mindset to take your success to the next level. [25:45] - Being a coach doesn't mean you have to be perfect. [26:50] - The ROI of investing in yourself 3 Key Points Mindset is everything. All the skill in the world is meaningless if you have a poor mindset. There will always be obstacles. Learn to use them to take your game to the next level, rather than trying to live an obstacle-free life. If you're going through hard times, know that there is someone out there who has gone through worse and turned it around. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App Ray's Website– Rank Makers Ray's Twitter Ray's Instagram Ray's Facebook Credits Podcast Production, Editing, Show Notes & Transcript by Podcastily

In today's episode, Robert Drysdale, Brazilian JJiu-Jitsu black belt and world champion, explains why he attributes his success to his deep emotional investment in competition and winning. Robert's frustrating childhood and obsession with perfection led him to understand how we achieve success and, surprisingly, it's not by being happy and content. He is now focused on being a father, getting his degree in history, and teaching students of the sport at his own school and seminars around the world. Listen in as Robert explains why competition reveals who you truly are and permanently changes you for the better. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:30 –Introducing Robert and the origins of Judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) 02:20 – It's a grappling art similar to Judo 03:00 – Why Jiu Jitsu is emotional for Robert 03:30 – He created expectations for himself to succeed and had a frustrating childhood 03:50 – When he found BJJ he dedicated himself to it fully and was highly competitive 04:35 – The emotional investment he had in BJJ is the reason for his success 04:55 – He's not the most athletic person, nor is he the most "Jiu Jitsu intelligent" person; his asset was his competitiveness and heart on the mat 05:25 – He didn't care about prestige or credit; he cared about winning on a much deeper level and didn't accept anything but perfection 06:00 – Since perfection could never be attained, there was a level of unhappiness and discontentment that acted as fuel 06:20 – Robert remembers a quote from the movie Rush, where a character says, "Happiness is the enemy" 07:20 – This quote speaks for how we achieve success; once we are content, we're done, and the fire is out 07:55 – He isn't as emotional as he once was; a student passed his guard recently and he wasn't upset 08:30 – There must be a degree of discontent with where you are 08:48 – Winning was like a drug; he felt invincible for a few days then was back in the gym training 09:40 – The pendulum of boredom, accomplishment and desire, and how art can help you overcome that constant swing back and forth 10:10 – How Robert's appreciation for BJJ has changed; he appreciates it as an art and sees it's psychological and social benefits 10:25 – He now understands the BJJ journey 10:50 – The transition from the ultra-serious competitive state to his now relaxed and meditative state 11:10 – He disliked the MMA culture; money poisoned the purity and essence of the art 11:45 – He failed his drug test and saw another side of people that he hadn't seen before; he evolved to realize that he didn't have to prove anything to people 12:30 – He had daughters and his priorities changed, he also wanted to focus on his brain health 13:30 – He has evolved for the better and is happy where he is now in life 14:13 – He believes he experienced that "fire" for longer than most of his peers because he fought for the right reasons 15:15 – The mindset shifts in BJJ 15:35 – Competition changes you and reveals the weakness or strength in your mental state 16:25 – Some people create an armor to protect a weak interior, and some weaker-looking people are full of heart and toughness 17:15 – Competition teaches you how to control your emotions; he was bullied in school and conquered his emotions in the process 17:50 – He got to a point where he could sleep before matches because he was so relaxed 18:25 – He's not intimidated by day-to-day things anymore; he's become bulletproof in social situations 19:40 –After fighting everything looks like less of a challenge; his confidence is elevated because of that 20:45 – BJJ as a thinking sport 20:50 – Some people say it's like human chess, but Robert thinks it's harder because it isn't 2-dimentional 22:00 – MMA as the most complete martial art because it is as real as it gets; Robert is fascinated by it 22:35 – It's the culture that Robert doesn't like; he had a promising career and left it 23:15 – In BJJ, there was a greater sense of community that the MMA community lacked 24:44 – He's working on a documentary on the history of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 25:15 – He fell in love with the story and wants to teach how BJJ and MMA began 26:20 – It's been fun for Robert and he's learning a lot about filming and producing a film; his goal is for it to be archival and used for educational purposes 27:50 – He hopes it'll be referenced in the future; they've interviewed masters and founders of the sport 28:40 – He hopes to release it in December, but understands that it may take longer than expected 30:00 – Recommendations for anyone wanting to start Jiu Jitsu 30:15 – Every gym has a culture; shop around for something that fits what you are looking for and has a culture you resonate with 3 Key Points Unhappiness and discontentment can act as fuel. Competition changes you and reveals your true mental state. Competition teaches you how to control your

In today's episode, Audley Harrison, public figure, speaker, presenter, and boxer, explains why visualization and mindset was key to turning his life around and winning an Olympic gold medal. Audley has experienced the result of when your mindset is 100% ready – and when it isn't – and gives insights so that we may learn from his accomplishments and struggles. He now inspires others to stay positive and align their dreams with the mindset to attain them. Listen in as Audley recounts what makes the difference between winning and losing – in life and in sport. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:30 –Introducing Audley and his background 02:00 – He thought he had no future and got into trouble as a kid; his mindset shift is what turned his life around 03:10 – At 9 years old he had an epiphany that he'd be a great sportsman one day; he spent years seeking the sport he loved 03:35 – He was connected to boxing through his younger brother and he enjoyed the Rocky movies 04:00 –At age 19, he got into a street fight and people said he looked like a boxer; he went to the gym to try it and quickly realized it was his sport 04:30 – He trained, went to college, graduated, and quickly advanced in his boxing career 05:20 – He was on the world stage, won national championships, and began visualizing the Olympic gold medal 06:10 – He started a boxing union when he was 27 because boxing at the time wasn't funded and he was in debt; he knew that couldn't work long-term 07:15 – Only two boxers of twelve qualified for the Olympic Games; when he was in the Olympic Village he was pumped, focused, calculated, and confident 8:30 – He introduced himself to the other athletes and told everyone he was going to win a gold medal; he wanted to put boxing on the map 09:20 – Audley fought Alexei Lezin from Russia and beat him; that's when everyone began to take an interest in his fights 10:40 – The crowd was behind him in the semifinals; his abilities matched his task and everything came together 11:30 – He ruptured a tendon in his knuckle in the semifinals and needed to get cleared by the doctors to continue fighting; he didn't want to settle for silver 13:00 – He spent 3 days icing his hand; the doctor looked at his hand and his face, and told him he needed to shave 14:20 – He shaved and got into the final despite his hand injury; Lennox Lewis visited his room before his fight and encouraged him 15:30 – He won the gold medal; he did it for himself, his legacy, and to put boxing on the map in Great Britain 16:40 – The mindset Audley had to create his own reality 16:55 – He knows to never give up, no matter how dark, hard, or difficult; he learned determination, talent, resilience, and courage is required to live your dream 17:50 – Be who you are and live your best life; use everything you have to make your dream happen 18:30 – It's all about mindset; everything is a fight and your mindset is what makes the difference 20:02 – He tore his pectoral muscle in a fight with Michael Sprott but he didn't care, he kept fighting because he had already made his mind that he was going to win 21:50 – He had a surgery and was still injured when he fought David Haye; he knew he wasn't ready when he walked out on the ring 25:00 – He was trying to heal his pectoral quickly, he took chances, cut corners, and wasn't being true to himself 25:50 – It was the title that he wanted, he didn't just want to win another fight 26:28 – He didn't win; he learned that you don't win world titles simply "hoping for the best" 29:00 – He was hoping that everything was going to come together, and that was his mistake 29:45 – If you want a special performance, you must know; when Audley's mindset wasn't at 100%, it didn't work out well for him 33:05 – He took fights when he was still injured out of desperation; he didn't know when he'd get the chance again 33:55 – When he became a professional, he wanted to be his own promoter; he wanted to do his own deal with the BBC 34:14 – He worked with the BBC because he put his mind to achieving that goal 35:15 – How Audley feels looking back on his journey 35:30 – Fondly, even though he didn't get everything he wanted; he achieved his goals and changed the future of boxing 36:15 – The way he lost the BBC deal made him very depressed; he found faith in himself to recover 37:06 – He is part of Samaritans to support those dealing with depression, stress, and suicidal thoughts 38:00 – The Samaritans campaign is to encourage people to support each other through life's difficult seasons 40:00 – He now plays poker and guarantees that he'll play in the WSOP next year 3 Key Points Visualize, act, and speak as if you've already actualized your goal. You must have determination, talent, resilience, and courage to live your dream. Prepare and know that everything will come together – hope alone won't get you there. Contact/Resou

Today we're discussing a topic that cannot be ignored if you truly want lasting success in all aspects of life: Identity. In today's episode, Gerald Rogers, author, speaker and coach, explains why addressing identity is key to creating lasting positive change. Gerald has seen massive transformations and an evolving coaching industry but one thing remains the same: His passion to help others spread their message, find freedom, and live their purpose. Tune in to hear Gerald explain why true transformation only occurs when strategy is paired with the right mindset. Visit A-Game Advantage or find us on iTunes to subscribe, visit previous episodes, and learn more about your host, Elliot Roe. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Gerald Rogers; author, speaker, and coach with 10+ years of experience 01:20 – Your identity impacts the results you create; the achievement of real change requires a shift in your fundamental beliefs 01:50 – Why identity has proven so important in Gerald's coaching practice 02:05 – If success lies outside of one's core existing identity, it'll never be achieved long-term through surface level action 02:25 – Perception of self and internal beliefs must be changed to reach new heights 02:35 – Reference to Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz as a foundational book on the game of transformation 02:50 – People can be trained on the right things to do, but they can't implement them if those actions lie outside of their identity 03:50 – Why it's easy to predict what happens when someone wins the lottery or loses a lot of money 04:10 – How Gerald helps people make the identity shift so their actions toward success become natural 04:40 – The use of hypnosis, NLP, and other modalities and elements to produce breakthroughs and a sense of accountability 05:00 –Discovering the events that created preexisting beliefs; a client example who believed they weren't worthy of getting what they wanted 06:12 - Rewriting the past, internalizing a different story, and using Gestalt therapy to unravel the beliefs that have been created over a lifetime 07:45 – Gerald's experience with clients who deny the existence of an identity issue 07:50 – The results speak for themselves; if the client is experiencing any friction in life, then the existence of a problem is apparent 08:25 – Some people have deep trauma, but most of us have minor things from our childhood that were interpreted incorrectly thus causing negative belief patterns 10:00 – Gerald's take on the coaching industry and how it's changed over the years 10:10 – He's grateful because everyone needs a coach, but also concerned because some coaches are not qualified 11:10 – How Gerald believes one should select a coach 11:20 – The reasons why someone would want a coach varies greatly 11:35 – The best coaches are holistic; they can give both strategy and mindset advice because a strategy won't be effective without the right mindset 12:45 – The results that Gerald has seen over the years through his coaching and 3-day transformational events 13:00 – It's common for Gerald to hear that things have "taken off" for people after the event; results occur even more quickly with his private coaching clients 14:27 – Why Gerald chose to do events 14:51 – He's always educated himself on personal development, but it wasn't until he went to events that he began to truly transform and feel "on fire" 15:30 – Events remind him of who he is and who he wants to be 16:45 – The value of networking at events 17:10 – Our identity begins to shift when we are surrounded by positive, uplifting, and inspiring people 17:54 –Gerald's mission is to help people spread their message, have more freedom, and live their purpose at a bigger level 19:00 – Everyone wants this, but not everyone makes the identity shift to make it happen; people tend to cling to what they know 20:20 – When people see positive change through their work with Gerald, it's life-changing and exciting 21:14 – A gift from Gerald: A 30-minute breakthrough strategy session 3 Key Points Identity is the core of EVERYTHING. The best coaches are holistic; they teach both mindset and strategy. Our identity can begin to positively shift when we address preexisting beliefs and surround ourselves with supportive people. Contact/Resources Primed Mind – Elliot's Mindset App Psycho-Cybernetics – book by Maxwell Maltz Gerald Roger's Website Free 30-minute breakthrough strategy session Credits Podcast Production by Podcastily

Haralabos Voulgaris is one of the most accomplished professional gamblers in history. Focusing solely on the NBA, his edge early in his career came from a keen understanding of match-ups, mapping the tendencies of head coaches, and exploiting mistakes in the lines set by the sportsbooks. This approach was profitable for years, so much so that Haralabos regular wagered $1,000,000 per day on games. Around 2004 the sports books caught on to his strategies and made adjustments to kill his edge. This was when Haralabos made the shift to using statistics and algorithms to inform his betting decisions. He became a pioneer in NBA statistical analysis and in addition to being recognized for his gambling prowess, he's been featured in the MIT Sloan Analytics Conference, and consulted for NBA teams during the off season. Elliot and Haralabos discuss winning in a game that most believe is unbeatable, balancing extreme success with happiness, and the value of personal development. In This Episode... [2:15] Why Haralabos doesn't like the "professional gambler" label, even though he has regularly wagered $1,000,000 a day on NBA games. [3:45] The process that Haralabos goes through to find an edge in a field where 99% of the participants are losing money. [7:05] The "Beard" strategy Haralabos employed to make large wagers even when the Sports Books had blocked his action. [12:15] Why having a different mindset than the rest of your industry is the key to breakout success. [16:50] How Haralabos' analytic methodology landed him a consulting gig with an NBA team (and why NBA managers refuse to talk to him during the season). [19:55] Two ways to balance your happiness with the effort and dedication that extreme success requires. [27:13] How to use meditation to reverse the adverse effects of excess social media usage. Resources Haralabos Voulgaris on Twitter Inquire About Performance Coaching From Elliot Roe Get Elliot's Primed Mind App

Gut health is one of the hottest topics in the medical industry right now, as research is revealing the critical role it plays in all aspects of health. Dr. Stephen Barrie is executive with Viome – which is a company that tests and tracks the exact composition of your microbiome. Chronic illnesses caused by an imbalance in the microbiome are a huge hindrance to performing to your full potential, and Dr. Barrie shares how Viome maps your gut and shows you the foods you need to eat (and avoid) to restore balance. Elliot and Dr. Barrie also discuss how optimizing your microbiome improves performance for those who wouldn't immediately identify as having a gut health problem. In This Episode... [2:05] Did you know there are 100 trillion microbial cells in and on the human body? That's 10x the 10 trillion human cells we have. Recent studies show that an imbalance in this microbiome leads to 90% of all human disease including Heart Disease, Alzheimer's, and Type 2 Diabetes. [5:15] How Viome measures the exact composition of your gut microbiome and determines the precise foods you should and shouldn't eat to optimize gut health (and why this means there is no such thing as a universally healthy diet). [7:40] The "Myth Of The Universally Health Food." If you hate broccoli, you might be one of the 38% who shouldn't be eating it ever! [9:40] How to stabilize and control the composition of your gut microbiome so you can gradually increase the variety of foods that are healthy for you to eat. [12:58] Ever give in to sugar cravings that you know are bad for you? Discover how bad bacteria literally hijack your thoughts, feelings, and emotions to manipulate your behavior for their own benefit. [16:10] How to gain an extra edge by optimizing your microbiome, even if you think your gut health seems perfectly fine. [22:02] What to do after you've gone through a course of antibiotics to restore a healthy microbiome (skip this step, and it could take up to 3 years to fully recover). Resources Get Your Viome Testing Kit Viome on Twitter Viome on Facebook Dr. Stephen Barrie's Personal Site Dr. Stephen Barrie's Twitter Get Elliot's Primed Mind App

In this episode, Matthew Slipper shares how living by a principle he calls "Unorthodoxy" has allowed him to achieve massive success in the tech industry at a very young age. Matthew discovered coding at age 11. When other kids were playing Pokemon or video games, he was studying books on Perl 5 at the library. At 17, while still in high school, Matthew became the sole front-end engineer for Perzo - which was later acquired by Goldman Sachs to become Symphony and attain a billion dollar valuation Currently, he is one of the founders of Kyokan, a company in the blockchain industry who is at the forefront of turning the world-changing potential of this exciting technology into a reality. For more information about what Kyokan does, please visit: https://kyokan.io/ In This Episode... [1:55] How living by the principle of Unorthodoxy has allowed Matthew to achieve massive success in the tech industry at a very young age. [2:28] Why Perzo trusted Matthew, who was just 17 and still in high school at the time, to be the sole front-end developer for an app that managed the communications for financial institutes with trillions of dollars under management. [5:15] "You'd be an idiot not to leave college" - What you need to demonstrate to friends and family to earn their support while taking an unconventional path. [6:30] How Matthew, and his company Kyokan, are working to help blockchain visionaries turn their big ideas into actual products. [10:33] Why critically identifying your personal philosophy and vision is vital to both long-term success and happiness. [14:40] Warning: If you don't embrace this one mindset you absolutely shouldn't found your own company (and how you can still fulfill your purpose even if founding isn't the right choice for you). [16:25] The missing piece you need to identify if you want to obtain mastery of any skill. [20:40] How setting aside your ego and practicing the principle of "Radical Transparency" can rapidly accelerate your path to success by skipping the failures that would otherwise teach you the same lesson. [23:35] How to decide if the traditional or conventional path is right for you if you're looking to break into the tech industry. [26:55] What the future holds for Kyokan and how you can connect if it sounds like working there could help fulfill your purpose. Resources Kyokan Interested In Working For Kyokan? Matthew's LinkedIn Matthew's Twitter Get Elliot's Primed Mind App

In This Episode: [1:45] How Grace's experience of quitting smoking after her first session started her on the journey to becoming one of the most successful and respected hypnotherapists in the world. [3:15] The incredible encounter that compelled Grace to leave her high paced, high powered, corporate job to become a full-time hypnotherapist. [7:15] How Elliot and Grace are dispelling the myths about hypnosis and making it a mainstream method of self-improvement. [11:40] How to use hypnosis to become the best version of yourself and bring your A-Game every day. [15:05] The 3 forms of hypnosis you can use to control your state and knock down any roadblocks holding you back. [18:00] How Grace went from expecting a fight to get her book published to having three publishers engage in a bidding war for the rights. [24:05] The two books that can help you start building your ideal life today. [26:08] The counterintuitive way accomplish all your biggest goals and create freedom in your life. Grace Smith is on a mission to make hypnosis mainstream. A renowned hypnotherapist, Grace is the founder of www.gshypnosis.com, the world's #1 hypnotherapy hub, as well as Grace Space Hypnotherapy School. Grace is a regular guest on CBS's hit show, The Doctors, and her work has been featured in The Atlantic, Marie Claire, Forbes, MindBodyGreen, Buzzfeed, Bustle, InStyle and more. Grace's private clients include celebrities, CEOs, professional athletes, and government officials; her keynote speeches and workshops have taken her to Procter & Gamble, Summit.Live, Women Empowerment Expo, Ritz Carlton, PSE&G, Soul Camp, Verizon, and HypnoBiz. Keep a look out for her first book on self-hypnosis, Close Your Eyes, Get Free, hitting the shelves of all major retailers on July 17, 2018. To learn more about Grace, check out her #mindsetreset videos on Instagram @GraceSmithTV that will help you easily and effortlessly transition into a more restful state. Free Gift: When you pre-order Grace's new book, Close Your Eyes, Get Free, you'll receive 3 gifts: A free $50 coupon to spend on all digital hypnotherapy recordings at gshypnosis.com! Digital access to Grace's upcoming workshop, "How To Train Your Subconscious" and, An invitation to Grace's book launch party in New York City on July 18th. Visit www.gshypnosis.com/book to pre-order the book today and claim your goodies! Resources: Get Grace's Book Close Your Eyes And Get Free Grace's Website Grace's Instagram Grace's Facebook Primed Mind App for iOS Primed Mind App for Google Play A New Earth by Ekhart Tolle The Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris

Marla Mattenson is a relationship and intimacy expert who has worked with over 12,000 couples over the span of her career. As the result of her successful work, she has been featured on NBC, ABC, FOX, and Entrepreneur magazine. She focuses primarily on entrepreneur couples who have struggles with communication due to their busy lives and have a desire to rekindle and transform both their relationship and business. Marla's unique approach to relationship coach stems from her background in mathematics and neuroscience, as well as pattern recognition to identify the negative responses couples experience in order to help change those patterns. In this episode, Marla speaks about the common struggles entrepreneur couples face such as time management and relationship involvement. She mentions the necessity of creating a relationship vision for each partner in a relationship in order to fully understand what one wants and needs. Marla emphasizes that through an abundance mindset and willingness to work through hardships, high-performing couples are able build a stronger bond.

Martial arts instructor, Sifu Vik Hothi, has an incredible recovery story from experiencing kidney failure, a week-long coma, and then an infection just as he was about to return home. He is the longest serving practitioner of Wing Tsun, a traditional form of Southern Chinese Kung fu, in the UK. Soon after recovery, he broke the Guinness World Record for most punches in 60 seconds with a single arm. He took on his challenge to raise money and awareness of Mcardle disease, the condition that threatened his health and his life's passion. In this episode, Vik explains how despite continuously being in the face of bad news, he was able to maintain a determined mindset. He tells the story of how after his major health struggle, he had to learn how to bend his toes, sit up, and walk. In order to function again as an adult, Vik had to go through baby steps to recovery. He credits his strong will and work ethic to his parents. His resilient story of pain, struggle, and growth continues to inspire people to never give up and to keep "going through the process."

Ari Meisel is a self described, "Overhwhelmologist" who helps entrepreneurs who have opportunity in excess of what their infrastructure can handle, to optimize, automate, and outsource everything in their business, so they can make themselves replaceable and scale their business. Ari is the Founder of Less Doing, author of the best-selling book, "The Art of Less Doing", and its sequel, the forthcoming "The Replaceable Founder", coming this September. He is a graduate of the Wharton School of Business, an Ironman, and a devoted husband to Anna and father to four children, Ben, 6, Sebastien and Lucas, 4 and Chloe, 2. In this episode, Ari talks about how taking control of his life and managing his stress increased his productivity and free time, as well as encouraging others to do the same. To Ari, having a system and staying organized can help you control your world by limiting the amount of decisions you have to make using the Three D's—delete it, deal with it, or defer it. By making yourself replaceable and managing your time effectively, you will help empower your team. Focusing on what truly matters and outsourcing the unnecessary is what will optimize a business.

In this episode, host Elliot Roe speaks about the work he does as a mindset coach and explains why top performers choose to work with him in order to improve their performance. He discusses the beginnings of his career and what led him to his mission of helping others. In addition, Elliot offers help to those who feel the need to seek his coaching and explains the purpose of creating his new podcast, A-Game Advantage. To Elliot, hypnotherapy is similar to guided meditation, and keeping a focused mind helps you get through your issues and understand them.

James Gettinger is recognized as one of the top Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) players in the world. He credits the skills he learned from playing professional poker to his success in DFS. In addition to winning the Millionaire Maker, he has won over 100,000 multiple times in NBA DraftsKings and two million in the DraftKings world championships. In this episode, James speaks about his transition from his professional poker career to DFS. In the process, James wrote software and acquired data to gain more knowledge about and to understand the workings of DFS. He also speaks about not letting his downswings negatively impact his thought process and gameplay. Regardless of whether James is playing poker or DFS, he explains that success within both fields is due to a clear mindset and careful, rational thinking.

English Rugby superstar, James Haskell, who currently plays for Wasps RFC and has earned 77 caps for England, stresses the importance of keeping a positive mindset. In rugby as well as in other aspects of his life, he finds that establishing mindset is essential to performing his best, both mentally and physically. As a part of this mentality, Haskell encourages people to not to be held back by negativity from social media and to believe in their personal ambitions. In this episode, Haskell explains how commitment leads to results, and why people should never be distracted from their ultimate goal. To Haskell, hard work, dedication, and willpower are the ingredients of a successful life. He furthermore reveals his philosophy that living in the moment can help people feel fulfilled because it draws your focus to what's important right now, which is a stepping stone to a fruitful future.

At just 24 years old, Fedor Holz has amassed over 26 million dollars in tournament poker earnings, has been ranked #1 tournament poker player in the world, and is considered one of the best tournament poker players in the history of the game. Holz has played in the biggest tournaments in the history of the game, and has won a coveted World Series of Poker bracelet. After reaching the peak of the game, Holz decided to transition his skills from poker to the business world. In 2017 Holz founded Primed Group. His first project in this new was the mindset coaching app, Primed Mind, which works to help people visualize and accomplish their goals. In this episode, we will explore the importance of forming networks and Holtz's singular approach to setting goals in order to become efficient as possible in everything you do.

Brendon Burchard is a man of many talents; he's a well-known high performance coach who has been featured on O, The Oprah Magazine and a #1 New York Times bestselling author who has amassed over 100,000,000 YouTube views on his channel. As a high performance coach, his passion is helping people reach their top level. In this episode, Brendon explores how recovering from tragedy and how developing positive habits can improve your life, while mentioning his personal story of struggle and how he overcame it. He also explains the research involved in the multi-year, multi-country study on some of the world's most successful people for his book, High Performance Habits. After releasing his book online as a series of podcasts, his podcast has gained the title of being the #1 podcast in the world. Full show notes, including timestamps, links mentioned and tweetable quotes at: http://agameadvantage.com/1