Guys Trip

In this episode, you will learn:

Proverbs and its practical wisdom for daily life.

Staying on the right path in life with offense and defense.

Resources + Links

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

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Show Notes

Do you remember Billy Joel's song, "Only The Good Die Young?" Let's talk about why I think he got it wrong!

01:27 - Proverbs and its practical wisdom for daily life.

03:02 - Staying on the right path in life with offense and defense.

05:44 - Surrendering to God and faith.

07:16 - Christianity and living a life of purpose.

In this episode, you will learn:

How we can show up in our relationships especially as fathers.

Why I've decided to say "Yes" more to my son.

Resources + Links

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

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Show Notes

Cal has been obsessed with throwing the football around outside lately, running routes and just having a blast. With winter coming here in North Dakota so soon we won't be able to play catch outside anymore. Here's what I've been thinking about - there's gonna come a day when he doesn't want to play with his old man anymore and I won't see it coming! One day he won't be interested in playing catch with his Dad anymore. So my goal is to say yes every time he asks, even if I'm beat. Those moments are too special to miss. So if your kids want your time, don't forget to be there. You never know when it'll be the last time.

In this episode, you will learn:

90% of the time we'll have with our kids is done by the time they're 18 - how are you spending it?

Resources + Links

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

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Man, it feels so good to be back sharing my thoughts on Guy's Trip after taking a little break. I wanted to kick things off by sharing something I recently learned that really gave me a new perspective - that 90% of the time we'll have with our kids is done by the time they're 18! I knew Excel would be the perfect way for me to illustrate this statistic using my own family as an example. Breaking down Cal's life into those different stages and plugging in my best guesses for how much time we'll get to spend together really drove the point home. If this calculation helps even one other dad appreciate the precious little time we have with our sons and daughters, it will have been worth it. I hope listeners will take this opportunity to make the most of the moments that really matter.

03:00 Doing the math on how much time we get with our children.

05:00 Time as our children grow up and gain more independence.

06:15 Ten years from now will you be proud of how you spent your time?

In this episode, you will learn:

The life changing experience Adam had that led him to his faith.

How Adam brings men together with his Everyman experiences.

Resources + Links

Check out an upcoming Everyman experience

https://weareeveryman.com/

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

https://www.guystrip.co/

Order my book! Guys' Trip by Kyle Depiesse

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Show Notes

Today's guest is bringing men together and building camaraderie through competition. Adam Fadel is a husband, father, licensed therapist, and founder of Everyman. Adam shares his journey growing up from getting into trouble as a teenager and experimenting with drugs, to his introduction to a church that was completely different from what he experienced growing up. From the time he had a life changing experience with his faith during college, Adam has been devoted to what the Lord has called him to do, knowing his life isn't just about him. Listen in as he shares how he follows guidance from God from how he shows up in his home, and how he impacts lives through his work as a therapist and within Everyman!

03:30 Meet husband, dad of 3 with one on the way, Adam Fadel!

08:15 If you led a guys trip, where would you go and what would you do?

11:20 Who had the biggest impact on you growing up?

14:00 How did you meet your wife?

18:30 Adam's experience hearing the voice of God.

26:00 Seeing God working in his life and getting baptized.

29:30 What led you to become a licensed therapist? 33:40 What are you currently doing through Everyman?

38:15 How do you navigate conversations of faith with other men? 45:30 How can we inspire men to go out and make the impact they're meant to make in their home and in the world?

In this episode, you will learn:

Common challenges small business owners are bumping up against, and how to navigate them!

Rocky's advice for whether or not to invest in ads.

How Rocky is bringing his daughter into the business!

Resources + Links

Listen to Rocky's podcast Profit Answer Man

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

https://www.guystrip.co/

Order my book! Guys' Trip by Kyle Depiesse

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Show Notes

Are you a small business owner? If so, today's guest is helping debunk some things you might be thinking you need to do in order to scale your business. (If you're like me and feel like you need to invest in ads to grow your business, you might also need to think twice.) Rocky Lalvani is a certified profit first professional, helping business owners be more profitable! He answers a few questions I have about Guys Trip that I know apply to so many different businesses. Tune in to hear how Rocky is bringing his daughter into his business, and advice for small businesses in the current economic climate!

03:00 Meet father, profit first professional, and book lover, Rocky Lalvani!

06:15 What book would you read if you were at the beach?

09:20 Where are you currently experiencing being a beginner?

14:30 How did your talents lead you to building a business that felt in alignment?

19:50 The most common challenges new businesses are bumping up against.

26:40 Tips for taking your proven business to the next level.

30:00 Do I need to pour money into ads to get more leads?

35:20 Advice for bringing your kids into your business.

40:00 What do you anticipate being exciting and challenging in your business this year?

41:15 How would you encourage small business owners right now?

In this episode, you will learn:

The importance of being intentional about the communities you surround yourself with.

How to grow your capacity to handle tough situations.

The quicker you borrow belief from those around you and ahead of you, the better off you'll be.

Resources + Links

Connect with Elliot

Instagram @elloitrschwartz

Podcast Jacked and Happy

Website vacationequitygroup.com

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

https://www.guystrip.co/

Order my book! Guys' Trip by Kyle Depiesse

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Show Notes

Do you have people in your corner who pour belief in you? In this episode, I'm joined by friend, investor, and host of the Jacked and Happy podcast, Elliot Schwartz. Elliot is a fellow "corporate dropout" leaving a successful career in sales to co-found Vacation Equity Group. Elliot shares his journey from selling door to door and years of being a medical device sales rep, to now co-founding Vacation Equity Group. As he is stepping into the unknown, Elliot shares how he is moving forward with faith and the support of his community around him, expanding his capacity as he goes. If you are stepping into something new, this episode is a great reminder of what it feels like for everyone that is rising to the challenge, regardless of the success you've created in the past. Know when you feel that pressure, you're in good company.

04:15 Meet husband, Investor, and host of Jacked and Happy, Elliot Schwartz.

05:40 How did you meet and propose to your wife?

08:30 What is a podcast you're currently listening to?

11:15 Working out, being a beginner, and other uncomfortable things that help us grow.

12:40 If you led a guys trip where would you go?

14:20 Are you chasing happiness or fulfillment?

16:15 Where are you searching for community?

22:00 Stories from the days of door to door sales.

28:15 Where are you with this process of building out a portfolio of luxury rentals?

30:00 What are some of the most common questions you're getting from potential investors?

33:15 The biggest lesson I've learned this year.

37:15 What are you doing to create support for yourself as you step into the unknown?

40:00 Advice for anyone starting something new.

45:20 What is one thing you want listeners to take away from this episode?

In this episode, you will learn:

"Boring" businesses can help you create the life you want!

How Jordan is preparing (including mentally) to exit his company.

What Jordan has done to create time freedom with his family WHILE scaling his business.

Resources + Links

Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-hammond-9a79562a/

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

https://www.guystrip.co/

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Show Notes

You can have it all, it just means you're going to need to delegate some of the hats you're wearing! In this episode, we're joined by husband, father, entrepreneur, and Winnipeg native, Jordan Hammond. In a world where hustle culture is celebrated, Jordan has built a successful HVAC company of course with hard work, but also while prioritizing time with his family. Jordan shares how he was inspired as a teenager at a Robert Kiyosaki event, and has gone on to become one of the first entrepreneurs in his family. From "failed" clothing store, to building his current company with plans to exit, Jordan shares what his journey has looked like as he's implemented lessons learned, and delegated to his team! All while being able to take Fridays off, and travel with his family.

05:00 Meet husband, father, entrepreneur, and Winnipeg native, Jordan Hammond.

09:30 What are you reading right now?

12:00 What are some interests you have outside of work? 14:15 If you led a guys trip, where would you go?

17:15 Are you chasing happiness or fulfillment?

18:30 The year from heaven and year from hell combined in one.

23:00 Not everyone NEEDS to turn their passion into their career.

29:40 Prioritizing time freedom while scaling the business.

33:00 How do you prioritize your family and build your business without sacrificing one or the other?

36:20 What was the first hat you took off and delegated first?

40:15 Hitting the gas pedal and "be greedy when others are fearful".

44:00 What is one thing you'd hope the listener takes away from your journey?

In this episode, you will learn:

The power of seeing new perspectives.

How building an apparel brand has replaced the camaraderie of a locker room.

The difference in working on your business and in your business.

Resources + Links

Follow Joshua on Instagram | @joshuamichaelparks

Check out Ghostfit Apparel on Instagram | @ghostfitclothing

Ghostfit Website: https://ghostfitapparel.com/

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

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Show Notes

When you have to decide between chasing your dream of becoming a professional athlete or going all-in on your business, what would you do? Joshua Parks is the founder of Ghostfit Apparel and lived that decision in 2020. We dive into how his early life shaped him and the power a few good influences can have to reshape your perspective for life and business!

04:00 - Who is Joshua Parks?

07:20 - Why is it important to be around different perspectives?

08:15 - What books are you currently reading?

09:50 - If you could design a Guy's Trip, what would it be?

11:30 - What perspectives can we gain by looking at family members handling similar situations differently?

13:50 - Why do we try to fit in?

15:05 - What did you learn from college sports not going the way you thought they would?

16:00 - How did you start Ghostfit Apparel?

18:20 - Why was it important to continue playing football in college?

19:30 - How do you replicate the camaraderie of football in life after sports?

20:40 - How has Ghostfit changed over six years in business?

22:25 - What made him dive into business to business apparel sales?

24:10 - Why do they keep direct to consumer a part of the business?

25:00 - What's it like being featured on a news segment for your business?

27:15 - How does Ghostfit Apparel give back?

29:30 - How did 2020 impact your business?

30:05 - Deciding to walk away from football and go all in on your business.

32:27 - What are you excited about?

34:18 - How do you get the right people in place for your business?

36:00 - Who would you like to connect with?

37:58 - What advice would you give to your younger self?

In this episode, you will learn:

How Aaron has grown a community of leaders.

What Aaron has done to create a community where the members that join are there to connect with each other.

Resources + Links

Connect with Aaron on LinkedIn @aaroneggert

Check out Aaron's podcast The Power of 9

https://www.coalition9.com/

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

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Show Notes

We're big fans of community here at Guys Trip, and today's guest has built the leadership community he saw was needed in his local area. Tune in as I talk to founder of Coalition 9, Aaron Eggert. As a visionary, Aaron shares how he has built his business to 175+ members utilizing artificial intelligence as the integrator, and facilitators who focus on the experience of the members. Aaron also shares how he has been able to remove himself from working in the business, empowering his team with systems and processes so he can focus on being the visionary. Whether you're looking to create a community like Coalition9 and Guys Trip or not, this episode is full of great tips for growing your business, and creating healthy boundaries to honor your time and avoid burnout.

03:00 Meet Aaron Eggert.

05:15 What is something you've read recently that you enjoy?

07:15 If you led a guys trip, what would you do?

10:00 What is Coalition9?

15:40 What was your experience prior to starting Coalition9?

22:30 How did you transition from creating your vision, to bringing a team into your vision?

29:15 What are you excited about and what challenges do you anticipate coming next?

35:20 How do you manage your time as someone who has built their businesses based on relationships?

39:00 How can we get connected with Coalition9?

In this episode, you will learn:

You've likely been given bad advice when it comes to your health. Matt debunks some of these and shares what we need to focus on instead.

Resources + Links

Follow Matt on Instagram @rootedinmvmnt

Follow Kyle on Instagram | @kyle_depiesse

Check out our next upcoming Guys Trip

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Show Notes

We all want health and longevity, but in a world with a million options and opinions, how do you weed out the things you actually need to focus on? In this episode, I'm joined by my friend and founder of Rooted in MVMNT, Dr Matthew Zanis. One quality I see in Matt that stands out is the way he shows up in every room fully himself, and fully expressed. Dr Matthew Zanis is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to health and movement, as well as in business working with high performing athletes, Olympians, and Seal Team 6. He shares how he has networked, been persistent, and set himself apart from others in his field. Tune in as Matthew breaks down some health trends that are actually great for you and which ones to avoid. Just like Dr Zanis, it's time to create the success and health you want, your way.

05:30 What is your specialty and why did you decide to not take the traditional route?

08:40 What led to working with Olympians and Seal Team 6?

11:15 As you network, what do you do differently that sets you apart?

14:00 Has it always been easy to show up as your true self?

20:40 What do you gain from going on a Guys Trip?

23:15 How do you define athleticism?

28:00 What should someone my age be focusing on for strength and longevity? 33:30 How often you should get your bloodwork done.

37:30 What specific testing should I have done?

40:00 Answering health trends in one sentence.

44:00 Vitamin D and the importance of getting natural sunlight.

46:30 The main benefits of intermittent fasting, and how often it should be done.

52:15 What is the best way to connect with you?