Built Not Born

Jay Papasan is a bestselling author and executive at Keller Williams Realty Inc.

Jay returns for his second appearance on Built Not Born.

Jay's most recent book, The ONE Thing, co-authored with Keller Williams Founder Gary Keller has sold over 3 million copies, has been translated into 42 languages and appeared on more than 500 national bestseller lists including #1 on the The Wall Street Journal Business Book list.

Jay and I discus the leadership principles and best practices that KW Founder Gary Keller and Jay used to help turn KW into the industry leading powerhouse it is in the real estate industry.

Jay and Gary co-host a crazy good podcast called, "Think Like a CEO."

Connect with Best Selling Author Jay Papasan:

• Website: Jay Papasan
• Book: The ONE Thing
• Jay's: The ONE Thing Goal Setting Retreat
• Blog: The Twenty Percenter
• Podcast: Think Like a CEO

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode122

Guest Alert!

And....

New Built Not Born Blog Alert!

2 Upcoming Killer Guests & New Built Not Born Blog:

1) Best selling author Jay Papasan (The ONE Thing) returns to discuss the leadership principles that he and Keller Williams CEO Gary Keller utilized to grow KW into the real estate monster that it is. Jay & Gary co-host a podcast together called , "Think Like a CEO" where they discuss KW's best leadership ideas and learnings. Jay and I discuss how the average person can apply those ideas to their daily life.

2) The following week we are joined by legendary SEAL Team 3 sniper and point man JP Dinnell. JP is the Cheif Training Officer at Echelon Front, the leadership company started by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. JP and I discuss his journey through the SEAL Teams, his time in Iraq with Task Unit Bruiser and the principles of Extreme Ownership, the leadership principles Jocko & Leif learned in combat during the Battle of Ramadi.

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"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode121

Leanne Mauriello, PhD is a Digital Health Strategist, Lifestyle Medicine Pioneer and Behavior Science Thought Leader. Leanne has led the development, testing, and implementation of health behavior change programs for varied populations and settings, including digital health modalities.

Leanne is an expert on utilizing the stages of behavior change theory to engage patients in sustained behavior modifications that lead to healthier lives.

Leanne and I discuss how best to implement behavior changes in our daily life , the power of starting small and what to do "the day after perfect ends".

Leanne discusses how anyone can make the small changes needed to live a more healthy life.

Connect with Leanne Mauriello, PhD:

• Website: Evolve Health Advisors
• LinkedIn: Leanne Mauriello, PhD

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode120

Robin Bartlett is the author of "Vietnam Combat: Fire Fights and Writing History."

Robin served a 12-month combat tour as an officer in the US Army Rangers and was a member of the 82nd Airborne Division.

Promoted to 1st Lieutenant after only one year, Robin Bartlett at 22 assumed the leadership of the 1st Platoon, A Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile).

Over the next seven months, Robin led a platoon on more than sixty helicopter combat assaults and search and destroy missions.

Connect with Author / Vietnam Combat Veteran Robin Bartlett:

• Website: Robin Bartlett (Author Site)
• Book: "Vietnam Combat: Fire Fights and Writing History."

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode119

The In-Between Episode

Sometimes life gets in the way. All good.

Here is an update on the podcast, upcoming guests and the new Built Not Born YouTube Channel and Built Not Born Substack Blog:

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• YouTube: Built Not Born YouTube Channel
• Blog: Built Not Born Substack Blog
• TikTok: Built Not Born TikTok Channel
• IG: Built Not Born Instagram

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode118

Michael Lombardi is a former NFL general manager, 3-time Super Bowl Champion, best selling author and host of the The GM Shuffle Podcast.

Michael and I discuss his latest book, "Football Done Right -Setting the Record Straight on the Coaches, Players, and History of the NFL" where Michael tackles the almost impossible task of ranking the Top 100 NFL players of all time.

Michael shares what he learned working with coaching legends Bill Walsh of the 49ers, Al Davis of the Raiders, and Bill Belichick of the Patriots, during his three decades in the NFL.

Michael's is also the author of,  "Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the NFL". Which is the subject of Built Not Born Episode #62.

Michael and I discuss the modern NFL, the coaches that changed the sport "from rugby to football" and the legendary players like Jerry Rice who Michael played a role in drafting.

Michael is also the host of the "The GM Shuffle" and creator of the The Daily Coach with the legendary Coach George Raveling.

Connect with GM Michael Lombardi:

• Book: "Football Done Right"
• Book:  "Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships."
• Podcast:  The GM Shuffle
• Podcast: Built Not Born #62: Michael Lombardi - GridIron Genius
• Website:  The Daily Coach
• LinkedIn:  Michael Lombardi

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode117

Ryan Manion is the sister of Silver Star recipient 1st Lt. Travis Manion, USMC, who gave his life in Iraq April 29, 2007.

Ryan is the President of the Travis Manion Foundation and co-author of the book, "The Knock at the Door."

Ryan describes Travis' amazing story of heroism and the ultimate sacrifice Travis paid while defending our country. Ryan and I discuss how she navigated grief, resilience, and personal growth by losing her brother.

We discuss her family's incredible support for our nation's veterans and how the Travis Manion Foundation became one of the largest Veteran Service Organizations in the country.

Ryan's book, "The Knock at The Door," co-authored with fellow Gold Star women, shares their inspiring journey and how they dealt with the tragedy of losing loved ones during wartime.

Support the The Travis Manion Foundation:

• Website: Travis Manion Foundation
• Podcast: The Resilient Life
• IG: Ryan Manion
• Book: The Knock at the Door

"If Not Me, Then Who?" - 1st Lt. Travis Manion, USMC

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode116

Christopher Dodson, MD is a board certified Sports Medicine surgeon and a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University.

He is currently the Associate Head Orthopedic Surgeon for the Philadelphia Eagles, a consultant to the National Hockey League (NHL), and Head Team Physician for Eastern University.

Dr. Dodson was previously Head Team Physician for the Philadelphia 76ers and served as a consultant for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Dr Dodson specializes in treating Shoulder Instability, ACL reconstruction, Rotator Cuff Tears, and Elbow Injuries in Overhead Athletes. 

Dr. Dodson has authored over 90 articles and book chapters related to sports medicine and has been consistently recognized as a “Top Doctor” in the Philadelphia region.

Connect with Christopher Dodson, MD:

• Website: Christopher Dodson, MD
• IG: Dr Chris Dodson
• Phila. Eagles: Dr Dodson - The Team Behind the Team

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode115

In this episode, Cara Ooi, MD, host of the the DECODE Project Podcast interviews Joe Ciccarone.

Dr Cara & I discuss the key learnings from 100+ episodes of Built Not Born, my work in sales, knowing when to quit, essentialism and the importance of learning to dance with fear.

Connect with Cara Ooi, MD & The DECODE Podcast:

• Podcast: BNB Episode #10 - The Art of Sleep with Dr Cara Ooi
• Podcast: BNB Episode #67 - DECODE Insomnia
• Podcast: The DECODE Project

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode114

Marco "The Professor" Perazzo returns to talk how to conquer imposter syndrome, brew the perfect cup of coffee, why we need to fall in love with the process to succeed in anything, evolving your BJJ game, lessons learned from 15 years owning his own small business / BJJ Academy, co-hosting the Ninja Rob Podcast and what COVID-19 taught him about business and life.

Marco tells us how he how he lives like a billionaire while forgoing luxury and how his business and teaching practices have evolved over the years.

Marco is a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, owner and head instructor New Jersey Marital Arts located in Maple Shade, NJ. 

Marco is the  is co-host (or as he likes to say "the main cohost") of the popular Ninja Rob Podcast where he and former MMA fighter Tim Carpenter discusses all things MMA / UFC.

Marco known in the BJJ community as “The Professor” has been cornerman for MMA fighters competing in the UFC and Bellator.

Marco, a native of South Philadelphia, spent his early years between his home in South Philadelphia, Argentina (where his mother was born), and Italy (where his father was born).

Marco and I met on the mats back in the day at Maxercise, when it was the first BJJ academy on the east coast. We both received our Black Belts in BJJ from the Migliarese Brothers of Balance Studios in Philadelphia.

Connect with Marco "The Professor" Perazzo:

• Marco's BJJ Academy:  New Jersey Martial Arts (Maple Shade, NJ)
• Podcast:  The Ninja Rob Podcast:
• IG: Team New Jersey Martial Arts
• IG: Ninja Rob Podcast

"Life is Built, Not Born."

Joe Ciccarone

#Episode113