Kevin St. Clergy, host of Beyond Blind Blaming podcast and author, takes listeners deep into Chapter One of his book, exploring the unconscious patterns that trap us in cycles of misplaced blame and frustrated effort across business, health, and relationships.

This solo episode reveals the psychology behind why we instinctively assign fault to the wrong sources and provides practical steps for recognizing these destructive patterns in your own life.

In this episode:

(00:00) Introduction to Chapter One

(01:24) What is blind blaming exactly?

(02:15) Common blind blaming scenarios everywhere

(03:49) Fatal Flaw One: feels completely right

(05:13) Fatal Flaw Two: self-reinforcing cycles

(07:45) Fatal Flaw Three: blocks real solutions

(09:15) Psychology behind the illusion of control

(12:06) Three dangerous cognitive biases at work

(15:29) Recognizing blind blaming in your life

(20:44) High cost of missing hidden truths

(28:50) Key takeaways and reflection questions

Kevin St. Clergy is the host of Beyond Blind Blaming podcast and author of the book "Beyond Blind Blaming." With over 50 episodes interviewing entrepreneurs and thought leaders, Kevin explores how hidden truths hold people back from breakthrough success in business, relationships, and personal growth through systematic questioning and awareness.

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What if the very thing holding you back isn't what you think it is, and everyone, including yourself, is blaming the wrong problem entirely?

Kevin St. Clergy is the founder of Beyond Blind Blaming and author of the bestselling book of the same name. After successfully selling his company in 2022, Kevin has dedicated his mission to helping thousands through coaching programs, mastermind groups, and live events overcome hidden obstacles to breakthrough success.

This solo episode reveals Kevin's origin story, from championship baseball player to complete failure, and the life-changing discovery that transformed everything he understood about problem-solving and blame.

In this episode:

(00:00) Introduction to Beyond Blind Blaming origins

(01:46) From hero baseball player to complete zero

(04:45) When everything changed at age eleven

(08:01) The eye doctor visit that changed everything

(08:54) Seeing clearly for the very first time

(09:52) What blind blaming really means in practice

(11:35) From business exit to Lamborghini purchase success

(14:26) The TEDx talk journey and book creation

(16:40) How this framework will transform your life

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What separates authors who get published from those who stay stuck with just an idea? Sometimes it's not about the quality of your writing at all.

Randy Peyser is the founder of Author One Stop, a literary advocate, book coach, and speaker with over two decades of experience helping authors secure traditional publishing deals. She's built strong relationships with literary agents and publishers, successfully selling books to major houses and helping clients gain national exposure.

In this episode, Kevin explores the publishing industry with Randy, covering platform building, common author mistakes, and the real requirements for landing traditional book deals.

In this episode, Kevin and Mike will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction and Randy's publishing background

(03:04) How Randy entered the publishing industry organically

(04:36) What separates published authors from stuck dreamers

(06:46) The two main factors for book deals

(09:31) Common blind blaming mistakes authors make

(11:09) Why doing things out of sequence kills deals

(14:05) What book deal advances actually look like

(18:14) Amazing success stories from board housewife to Oprah

(20:11) Biggest mistakes when pitching in crowded markets

(27:08) First steps for people with book ideas

Randy Peyser is the founder of Author One Stop, a literary advocate, book coach, editor, and speaker who helps authors turn ideas into published books. With over twenty years of experience and established relationships with literary agents and publishers, she has helped countless authors land traditional book deals and gain national exposure through major media outlets.

Connect with Randy Peyser:

Website: https://authoronestop.com/

Book: https://authoronestop.com/ 

Email: [email protected] 

Resources Mentioned:

Crappy to Happy by Randy Peyser: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0979662982/ 

The Power of Miracle Thinking by Randy Peyser: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0979662915/ 

Finding the Wow by M.J. Margraf: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0988619199/ 

Secrets of Shameless Self Promoters by Debbie Allen: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0965096556/ 

The Tao of Influence by Karen McGregor: https://www.amazon.com/Karen-McGregor/dp/1642502758 

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What if the key to your practice's success isn't better marketing, but simply understanding who you're actually trying to serve?

Mike Green is the owner of Dr. Demographics and a seasoned healthcare strategist with over 30 years of experience helping doctors and practice owners build thriving patient-centered businesses. He has conducted more than 10,000 market studies, transforming complex data into practical strategies that help practices excel.

Kevin explores how demographics and psychographics drive sustainable practice growth, why location alone isn't enough, and how to stop blind blaming when facing business challenges.

In this episode, Kevin and Mike will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction to data-driven practice strategies

(03:13) Mike's journey into healthcare demographics consulting

(06:55) Why marketing should be scientific equations

(08:08) The power of psychographics over demographics

(10:26) Location dangers without proper research

(13:50) Common blind blaming patterns in practices

(16:04) How practice owners misuse demographic data

(18:12) COVID's impact on practice demographics

(21:06) Actionable steps for understanding your market

(22:31) Strategy and mindset for long-term success

(24:29) Mike's approach to continuous learning

(25:23) Working beyond medical practices

Mike Green is the owner of Dr. Demographics, a healthcare strategist with over 30 years of experience helping doctors and practice owners build thriving businesses. He specializes in practice placement, demographics, and psychographics, having conducted more than 10,000 market studies to help practices identify optimal locations and attract ideal patients.

Connect with Mike Green:

Website: https://drdemographics.com 

Email: [email protected] 

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Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of mental health challenges.

Dr. Erika Horwitz is a registered psychologist, mindfulness expert, and co-author of the award-winning book "Improbable and Extraordinary." With over 25 years of experience, she combines clinical expertise with real-world transformation stories, helping people navigate mental health challenges, stress, and personal growth through mindfulness and radical self-awareness.

Kevin explores mental health myths, practical mindfulness techniques, the power of community in healing, and how awareness becomes the foundation for lasting personal transformation.

In this episode, Kevin and Jason will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction and mental health misconceptions

(02:57) Erika's journey from Mexico to psychology

(04:03) Mental health affects everyone, not just diagnosed

(05:04) Brother's bipolar disorder and near-suicide story

(08:40) Hope for those feeling too far gone

(10:57) Blind blaming in mental health treatment

(14:26) Identity labels that keep people stuck

(15:33) Personal responsibility without shame or guilt

(18:51) Hidden factors that influence real change

(21:43) Five-senses mindfulness exercise explained

(29:12) Self-awareness and effective leadership connection

(31:30) Daily meditation and therapy investment practices

Dr. Erika Horwitz is a registered psychologist, mindfulness expert, author and speaker with over 25 years of experience helping people navigate mental health, stress and personal transformation. She co-authored the award-winning memoir "Improbable and Extraordinary" and served as director of counseling services at Simon Fraser University, blending clinical expertise with practical mindfulness approaches.

Connect with Dr. Erika Horwitz:

Erika's Website: https://mindfulnessyvr.com/ 

Improbable and Extraordinary: https://improbableandextraordinary.com/ 

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What if sales isn't manipulation, but actually an expression of love? Jason Marc Campbell challenges everything you think you know about selling by reframing it as service.

As a bestselling author, speaker, and business leader, Jason has pioneered a revolutionary approach to sales rooted in integrity and human connection. From launching million-dollar programs at Mindvalley to serving as General Manager of Soma Breath, he's proven that caring about people drives better results than any technique.

This episode explores how blind blaming shows up in sales resistance, why mindset trumps market conditions, and how to fall in love with selling by focusing on genuine service.

In this episode, Kevin and Jason will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction and Jason's background

(03:57) The journey to reframing sales as love

(07:02) What separates great salespeople from average ones

(08:57) Price point lessons from Mindvalley experience

(12:12) How blind blaming shows up in sales

(15:46) Internal versus external factors in closing deals

(19:04) Biggest misconceptions that keep people stuck

(23:45) Personal touches versus AI in sales

(28:32) Human connection in an automated world

(31:19) Cold calling versus reverse prospecting strategies

Jason Marc Campbell is a bestselling author, speaker, and business leader known for pioneering integrity-based sales approaches. As General Manager of Soma Breath and host of a top-rated podcast with millions of downloads, he helps entrepreneurs fall in love with sales through his book "Selling with Love" and transformational programs.

Connect with Jason Marc Campbell:

Jason's Website: jasonmarccampbell.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmarccampbell/ 

Jason Marc Campbell Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/c/sellingwithlove 

Resources Mentioned:

Selling with Love by Jason Marc Campbell: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BT61NZWD/ 

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What's really keeping your business stuck at the same revenue ceiling year after year – the market, your team, or something much closer to home? 

Shelley Mann is the founder of Strategic Sales Advisors LLC and a senior commercial executive with over 25 years of experience in sales leadership across the global hospitality industry. After logging 170,000+ travel miles annually in corporate roles, she launched her firm in 2022 to help solopreneurs and small to mid-market businesses build structured, repeatable, and predictable sales engines.

In this episode, Kevin St. Clergy and Shelley dig into why founders blame the market when the real issue is internal, how to build a sales playbook that scales, and why relationships are still the foundation of every winning sales engine.

In this episode, Kevin and Shelley will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(03:22) From hospitality to launching Strategic Sales Advisors

(06:32) Why small and mid-market businesses need her most

(08:36) Founders stuck in the sales seat

(10:03) Why relationships are the foundation of sales

(11:30) How blind blaming shows up in revenue problems

(15:15) External economy versus internal sales issues

(18:01) Maintaining client relationships through downturns

(20:04) Building a sales playbook that scales

(25:08) Selling the dream, servicing the nightmare

(35:29) Why elevator pitches still matter today

(38:39) Discovery questions that win business

(41:18) The power of mastermind groups

Shelley Mann is the Principal and CEO of Strategic Sales Advisors LLC, which she founded in 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. With over 25 years in sales and commercial leadership, including senior roles at Hilton Worldwide, Radisson Hotels, and Phoenix Hospitality Group, she helps small and mid-market businesses transform sales chaos into structured, predictable, and scalable revenue engines.

Connect with Shelly:

Website: https://www.strategicsalesadvisorsllc.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleymann/ 

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For Tim and Cindy Dodd’s wedding week, it marked not only a personal milestone, but also the turning point that led them to rebuild their agency from the grave up.

As co-founders of PEMA, an award-winning LinkedIn marketing and lead generation agency, Tim and Cindy have steered their team through explosive growth, hard pivots, and radical shifts in culture. Their complementary strengths – visionary sales and bulletproof operations – fuel both their marriage and partnership.

In this episode, Kevin St. Clergy dives deep with the Dodds on leadership lessons, building trust, scaling culture, and why extreme ownership is the foundation of sustainable success.

In this episode, Kevin, Tim and Cindy will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(06:03) Why culture drives sustainable success

(08:08) Scaling your business through culture

(11:49) Leadership through ownership basics

(14:42) Zero complaints zero gossip

(18:09) Fixing gaps in client expectations

(20:45) Solving the overselling problem in agencies

(25:01) Pivoting to mid market clients

(28:51) Scaling smarter with land and expand

(33:30) Empowering goals through Pima

(36:43) From coaching to software transition

(40:54) Why being in the room matters

(42:02) Growth through strategic networking

Tim and Cindy Dodd are the co-founders of Pima, a purpose-driven organisation focused on leadership, personal growth, and meaningful impact. With decades of combined experience in coaching and development, they help individuals and teams unlock potential, strengthen relationships, and build values-led lives through practical tools, workshops, and transformative programmes.

Connect with Tim and Cindy:

Cindy Dodd’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindymdodd/

Tim Dodd’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timissocial/ 

Resources Mentioned:

Traction by Gino Wickman: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1936661837 

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Ever feel like doing it all yourself is what drives real success, and then wonder why you’re stuck? Valentina Brega used to believe that, too, until she discovered the cost of her own blind spots.

As founder of HireTrainVA and a celebrated entrepreneur who journeyed from Moldova to building a seven-figure business in the US, Valentina helps business leaders escape overwhelm by intentionally building teams and delegating with purpose.

In this episode, Valentina joins Kevin St. Clergy to reveal the high price of blind blaming, practical secrets to smart delegation, and how shifting your mindset from operator to business owner unlocks true freedom and growth.

In this episode, Kevin and Valentina will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(05:44) Overcoming limiting beliefs

(08:59) Building success by training others

(11:48) Shifting identity for leadership success

(15:00) Success requires sacrifice and effort

(16:25) Improve your input for better results

(22:07) Ensuring reliability in hiring

(24:46) Evaluating new hires effectively

(28:22) Delegate responsibility, not tasks

(31:46) Hiring with compassion and alignment

(34:19) The mindset shift that drives success

Valentina Brega is the founder of HireTrainVA, a company helping entrepreneurs scale through highly trained virtual assistants. Passionate about systems, delegation, and operational excellence, she equips founders with reliable remote talent so they can reclaim time, increase productivity, and focus on high-impact growth.

Connect with Valentina:

HireTrainVA: https://hiretrainva.com/

Valentina’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valentinabrega_/

Valentina’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentina-brega-0604b33a2/ 

Built With VAs Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SzZF9z6vabrl5ZHfXZKCQ 

Resources Mentioned:

Traction by Gino Wickman: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1936661837 

Alex Hormozi’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B099H3YM3R 

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Jessica Rhodes built a multimillion-dollar agency by challenging entrepreneurs to take radical responsibility for their results – and herself found that true growth starts with self-awareness, not shortcuts.

As founder and CEO of Interview Connections, Jessica pioneered the podcast booking industry, helping thousands of authors, experts, and leaders level up their visibility, messaging, and mindset. Driven by her experience as both a virtual assistant and business owner, she’s become a leading voice on strategic visibility and sustainable success.

In this episode, Jessica and Kevin St. Clergy uncover where blind blaming sabotages authority building, why plugging the “holes in your bucket” matters more than chasing exposure, and how clarity—not more hustle—creates lasting business results.

In this episode, Kevin and Jessica will discuss:

(00:00) Podcast guesting for growth

(06:25) Importance of hiring VAs

(08:28) Overcoming confirmation bias in business

(12:13) Audit, track, diagnose growth

(16:28) Strategic podcast guesting tips

(19:21) Coaching, growth, and business gains

(22:56) Embracing no for success

(24:23) Get visible, share expertise

(29:04) Nervous system stress relief

Jessica Rhodes is the founder and CEO of Interview Connections, the premier podcast booking agency helping entrepreneurs and leaders amplify their message and authority. A sought-after speaker and strategist, she empowers clients to grow their influence through strategic podcast appearances, turning conversations into meaningful connections, visibility, and business growth.

Connect with Jessica:

Interview Connections: https://interviewconnections.com/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jessica-rhodes-interviewconnections 

Resources Mentioned:

The Gap and the Gain by Dr Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1401966705 

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