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- Mike’s Mind: Top 5 Things I Learned While Writing My Book (#215)
I believe there is a book in each and every one of us. We have a unique voice and an incredible story to tell—a story filled with experiences and lessons that the world should read. However, the task of book writing is daunting that most people don’t even take the first step. This is why I decided to record this episode because I wanted to share my top 5 learnings while I was writing my book. It was indeed a long journey, but truth be told, it was a fulfilling experience.
Show notes:
[1:25] A little background before jumping into the episode
[3:27] #1 - Road map
[5:19] #2 - Consistency
[6:53] #3 - You are going to change course—and that’s ok
[8:08] #4 - Go deeper
[9:25] #5 - You need a team
[13:04] Outro
Check the accompanying blog post of this episode at: https://mikemalatesta.com/podcast/top-5-things-i-learned-while-writing-my-book-215/
If you like this episode and want to be the first to know when new ones are released? Make sure you subscribe! Also, a review will be much appreciated, so make sure you give us a 5-star (or whatever one makes the most sense to you 🙂).Connect with Mike:
Website: https://mikemalatesta.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemalatesta/
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14 min - B. Jeffrey Madoff, The Power of Curiosity Fuel (#214)
Everyone goes through changes at one point or another in their lives. That’s what today’s guest went through until he found something he could spend his life doing. Join me as we talk to the Director, Founder, and Film Producer of Madoff Productions — yep, you guessed it, Jeff Madoff. We talk about the choices he made in the past that served him well into his present and future. We also talked about how it happened for him and how his curiosity led to more learning. We’ve unearthed a lot of good stuff in this episode so make sure you tune in.
B. Jeffrey Madoff began his career as a fashion designer. He was chosen as one of the top 10 designers in the U.S. then switched careers to film and video production. He is the founder of Madoff Productions, based in New York City. His company collaborates directly with clients, ad agencies, and public relations firms to produce commercials, corporate branding films, live streaming events, social media, and web content.
Madoff edited and directed award-winning commercials, documentaries, and web content worldwide for clients such as Ralph Lauren, Victoria's Secret, Tiffany, Radio City, The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Harvard University, and Weill Cornell Medical College. He is on the Parsons School for Design faculty, teaching a course he developed called “Creativity: Making a Living With Your Ideas.” He was a featured blogger about media, popular culture, and politics for The Huffington Post.
Grab a copy of his book at www.acreativecareer.com
You can reach him at:
Website: http://www.madoffproductions.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madoffproductions/
Book Website: http://www.acreativecareer.com
Book Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acreativecareer/
Show notes:
[4:52] How’d it happen for Jeff Madoff
[12:30] How he ended up going to the University of Wisconsin
[15:37] On his choice of degree and how it served him in life
[22:54] Curiosity as a fuel for learning
[26:26] When critical voices come from yourself
[29:43] How did he start as a professor?
[34:14] His thoughts on pre-conceived ideas about his class
[36:28] His academic background, wrestling, and the film industry
[39:46] How he first became part of a business
[45:13] Moving to New York
[51:18] Selling his business and moving into film
[58:26] Creative Careers: Making a Living With Your Ideas
[1:02:04] Making a Living with Your Ideas Podcast
[1:06:23] Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical
[1:15:10] Outro
Check the accompanying blog post of this episode at: https://mikemalatesta.com/podcast/b-jeffrey-madoff-the-power-of-curiosity-fuel-214/If you like this episode and want to be the first to know when new ones are released? Make sure you subscribe! Also, a review will be much appreciated, so make sure you give us a 5-star (or whatever one makes the most sense to you 🙂).
Connect with Mike:
Website: https://mikemalatesta.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemalatesta/
To Connect with Mike:
- Website
- YouTube
- Coaching
- Get Mike’s book: Owner Shift
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1 hr 16 min - Brian Covey, Visualizing the End Result of Doing Hard Things (#213)
Every success story starts with challenges and today's story is no different. Brian Covey was once an Olympic USA Soccer Player, and he quickly learned how to get "cut" and literally... get cut. He is also a soccer dad, family man, wealth advisor, speaker, author, podcast host, and creative disrupter. Join me as we talk to Brian about thriving after his Olympic career ended and then having to go through another type of challenge when the market crashed. As always, we talk about his past and what made him become the man (and father) he is today. We also talked about why he started his podcast and the inspiration behind his book. Make sure you tune in.
Brian Covey has mastered the art of a growth mindset, the art of winning, and the art of staying fit. He believes in integration and health over all things. Brian is an executive at loanDepot, a proud father, an influencer, a top-rated podcaster, and just simply, a fabulous soccer dad. He throws the suit down and coaches his daughters' league with joy several times a week. It's Brian's mission with his new book, "Conversations with Covey," to highlight some of the most incredible stories he's gotten to share on his podcast, the Brian Covey Show.
Today, Brian is a VP in the mortgage industry with loanDepot, one of the top 5 lenders in the country. He is still very passionate about being part of a championship team and equipping his team with the tools to excel, leadership development & leading change in the mortgage industry.
Grab a copy of Conversations with Covey at https://www.amazon.com/Conversations-Covey-Powerful-Inspirational-Hope-Filled/dp/1641845198/
Learn more about Brian:
Web: https://www.briancovey.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebriancovey/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBrianCovey/
The Brian Covey Show: https://www.briancovey.com/podcast/
Show Notes
[3:04] How’d it happen for Brian Covey?
[5:55] How does Brian feel about losing and what was the life lesson he wished he had known earlier?
[8:30] On quitting and falling in love with the process
[12:58] Diving deeper into visualization
[18:22] “Actions being greater than your feelings”
[20:34] Learning how to get “cut”
[25:00] Brian’s exercise group and routine
[29:32] What a younger Brian thought about career-wise
[35:08] The power of saying “yes” and learning when to say “no”
[40:04] You need to share what you stand for
[40;54] Decisions vs. choices
[44:38] The Brian Covey Show and Conversations with Covey
[53:00] The importance of networking
[55:25] On being selfish
[1:00:25] Outro
Check the accompanying blog post of this episode at: https://mikemalatesta.com/podcast/brian-covey-visualizing-the-end-result-of-doing-hard-things-213/If you like this episode and want to be the first to know when new ones are released? Make sure you subscribe! Also, a review will be much appreciated, so make sure you give us a 5-star (or whatever one makes the most sense to you 🙂).
Connect with Mike:
Website: https://mikemalatesta.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemalatesta/
To Connect with Mike:
- Website
- YouTube
- Coaching
- Get Mike’s book: Owner Shift
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1 hr 2 min - Mike’s Mind: Don't Trip on the Exit (#212)
Welcome to another solo episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast. In this episode, I want to ask my listeners: Are you proud of who you show up as a leader and a person during challenging times? How are you handling when someone leaves the company, whether voluntary or involuntary? You will also hear stories that are great examples of what I’m talking about in this episode. I hope this will give you lessons that you can take in your workplace or business.
Show notes:
[0:00] Intro
[2:18] As a leader, act with grace when someone leaves
[3:00] A story from my experience
[6:08] Here’s a story from one of my friends
[7:45] What would you do?
[9:22] Are you proud of who you show up as?
[13:50] Outro
Check the accompanying blog post of this episode at: https://mikemalatesta.com/podcast/dont-trip-on-the-exit-212/
If you like this episode and want to be the first to know when new ones are released? Make sure you subscribe! Also, a review will be much appreciated, so make sure you give us a 5-star (or whatever one makes the most sense to you 🙂).Connect with Mike:
Website: https://mikemalatesta.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemalatesta/
To Connect with Mike:
- Website
- YouTube
- Coaching
- Get Mike’s book: Owner Shift
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15 min - Stacey Gordon, MBA, The Power of Meeting People Where They Are (#211)
Stacey Gordon is such a fascinating and inspiring person to talk to, and I'm so excited for you to listen to today's episode. She is the founder of Rework Work — a company that focuses on reworking how companies recruit, hire, and engage women and professionals of color. Apart from sharing her journey as a young kid who wanted to become a recruiter, a judge, and now running her own business, she also shares novel tips on getting hired and hiring the right people. She also talks about her book and the process of writing it, which to me was pretty interesting. You can unearth so much from today's episode, so make sure you tune in.
Stacey Gordon is focused on improving workplace cultures, and her mission is to reduce bias in global talent acquisition and management. As a LinkedIn [in]structor, she offers diversity, inclusion, and career-related online courses, which have been viewed more than 1 million times.
Her book 'UNBIAS: Addressing Unconscious Bias at Work' is the next step in my vision to make all the difference in the world. Drawing on decades of experience and research, UNBIAS is an ‘action manual’ for you to remove barriers and ensure equity throughout your organization. Order UNBIAS for yourself, your ERG, executive team, or book club here: https://www.unbiasbook.com/
Learn more about what Stacey does at:
Web: https://reworkwork.com/, or
https://reworkwork.com/blueprint
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceygordon/
Show notes:
[3:13] How’d it happen for Stacey Gordon?
[6:55] The journey to becoming a recruiter
[10:10] On starting her own business
[15:37] Stacey and her law school experience
[20:34] What brought Stacey to the states?
[22:38] All about Rework Work
[25:25] How Stacey actually helps companies
[34:00] How many companies get it “right”?
[43:55] Conscious vs. unconscious bias
[45:23] On the process of writing UNBIAS and what was Stacey’s goal
[49:55] Wasted energy and growing/maintaining Stacey’s energy
[51:34] Diving deeper into LinkedIn learning https://www.linkedin.com/learning/
[55:31] The challenges with resume
[1:01:35] What is Stacey shooting for?
[1:04:31] Outro
Check the accompanying blog post of this episode at: https://mikemalatesta.com/podcast/stacey-gordon-mba-the-power-of-meeting-people-where-they-are-211/If you like this episode and want to be the first to know when new ones are released? Make sure you subscribe! Also, a review will be much appreciated, so make sure you give us a 5-star (or whatever one makes the most sense to you 🙂).
Connect with Mike:
Website: https://mikemalatesta.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemalatesta/
To Connect with Mike:
- Website
- YouTube
- Coaching
- Get Mike’s book: Owner Shift
Please LIKE 👍SHARE 📲SUBSCRIBE to stay updated on all LIVE Streams on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter
1 hr 6 min - Brian Covey, Visualizing the End Result of Doing Hard Things (#213)Brian Covey is a Speaker, Author, Top-Rated Podcast Host, and VP for loanDepot, one of the top 5 lenders in the United States. Before all this, Brian was a pro soccer player who had the honor of playing in the US Olympic Team. Soccer has played a big part in his life. It taught him the importance of having coaches, mentors, and has contributed to developing his competitive drive. From Monopoly to sports, Brian likes to win.Having grown up around sports, he noticed how everybody was competing mostly to get a spot in the team and get noticed by the coach. Such motives are not sufficient to sustain motivation in the long run, and can actually lead to burnout and quitting, something that several of his fellow sportsmen had to face. But not Brian. Thanks to the teaching of his father, he realized the only viable competition was the one against himself. That has put him on the path of maximizing his potential. A path that is surely not linear. If you want to win, in fact, you have to learn how to fail while falling in love with the entire process.The Art of a Growth Mindset, Winning, and Staying FitOver the course of his journey, Brian has mastered the art of a growth mindset, the art of winning, and the art of staying fit. He believes in a holistic approach to life to achieve balance. He’s now sharing his knowledge and experiences through his podcast, The Brian Covey Show, and with his new book, “Conversations with Covey”.When asked what is at the foundation of his motivation and drive, Brian gives these 5 rules he lives by, which as a listener of the How’d It Happen Podcast I’m sure you will appreciate.* Be kind to others and put out positive energy to attract the right people* Always be a learner and addicted to growth through personal development* Be hungry and have hustle in your game, giving & sharing yourtalents and gifts with others* Surround yourself with great people / association matters* Be passionate about your vision and live your purpose todayAnd now here’s Brian Covey.Show Notes[3:04] How’d it happen for Brian Covey?[5:55] How does Brian feel about losing and what was the life lesson he wished he had known earlier?[8:30] On quitting and falling in love with the process[12:58] Diving deeper into visualization[18:22] “Actions being greater than your feelings”[20:34] Learning how to get “cut”[25:00] Brian’s exercise group and routine[29:32] What a younger Brian thought about career-wise[35:08] The power of saying “yes” and learning when to say “no”[40:04] You need to share what you stand for[40;54] Decisions vs. choices[44:38] The Brian Covey Show and Conversations with Covey[53:00] The importance of networking[55:25] On being selfish[1:00:25] OutroFull transcript belowVideo on Visualizing the End Result of Doing Hard ThingsVisit BrianCovey.com to Learn More About BrianGet Brian Covey’s Book: Conversations With CoveyDiscover More About Brian Covey Work at loanDepotFollow Brian on InstagramConnect with Brian on LinkedIn1 hr 2 min
- Don’t Trip on the Exit (#212)Welcome to another solo episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast. In this episode, I want to ask my listeners: Are you proud of who you show up as a leader and a person during challenging times? How are you handling when someone leaves the company, whether voluntary or involuntary? You will also hear stories that are great examples of what I’m talking about in this episode. I hope this will give you lessons that you can take in your workplace or business.Full transcript belowEpisode timestamps:[2:18] As a leader, act with grace when someone leaves[3:00] A story from my experience[6:08] Here’s a story from one of my friends[7:45] What would you do?[9:22] Are you proud of who you show up as?[13:50] OutroGet Motivation, Inspiration, and Ideas to Level Up Your Life.Subscribe to the How’d It Happen PodcastWant to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribeThank you for being a How’d it Happen listener. Please enter your email address below to subscribe, or subscribe on Apple Podcast, Stitcher, or wherever you like to listen.Subscribe to Blog via Email#mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; font:14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; }/* Add your own Mailchimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block.We recommend moving this block and the preceding CSS link to the HEAD of your HTML file. */Email AddressFirst NameWrite a Podcast ReviewAlso, podcast reviews are important to iTunes and the more reviews we receive, the more likely we’ll be able to get this podcast and message in front of more people (something about iTunes algorithms?). I’d be extremely grateful if you took less than 30 seconds and 5 clicks to rate the podcast and leave a quick review. Here’s how to do it in less than 30 seconds:Click on This Link – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/howd-it-happen-podcast/id1441722417Click on the “Listen on Apple Podcast” BoxClick on “Open iTunes” – You will go directly to the iTunes page for the PodcastClick on “Ratings and Reviews”Click on the 5thStar (or whatever one makes the most sense to you15 min
- Don’t Trip on the Exit (#212)Welcome to another solo episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast. In this episode, I want to ask my listeners: Are you proud of who you show up as a leader and a person during challenging times? How are you handling when someone leaves the company, whether voluntary or involuntary? You will also hear stories that are great examples of what I’m talking about in this episode. I hope this will give you lessons that you can take in your workplace or business.Show notes:[2:18] As a leader, act with grace when someone leaves[3:00] A story from my experience[6:08] Here’s a story from one of my friends[7:45] What would you do?[9:22] Are you proud of who you show up as?[13:50] Outro15 min
- Stacey Gordon, MBA, The Power of Meeting People Where They Are (#211)Stacey Gordon is the Founder, CEO, and Chief Diversity Strategist at Rework Work. There, she focuses on reworking how companies work, including how they inclusively recruit, hire and engage employees, effectively creating inclusion and belonging for all. Her role at the company gives her the opportunity to coach and counsel executive leaders on DEI strategies for the business while presenting an innovative approach to education.Talking of which, Stacey has created the second-highest viewed course at LinkedIn Learning called “Unconscious Bias”, which has reached more than 1 million learners. Such course has been translated into four languages and has been featured by LinkedIn, Microsoft, and Virgin America. Stacey has pursued her mission of bringing inclusivity and belonging to the workplace also with her book, UNBIAS: Addressing Unconscious Bias at Work, which has reached #1 on several Amazon New Release lists.From Recruiter to Changing Workplaces’ Culture with DEIStacey Gordon has always been interested in recruiting. No matter her position or the company she was working at, she always had something to say about the way they’d hire. This innate pull, together with a series of events, brought her to being a recruiter. She found great joy in helping people get the job of their dreams, but she also started noticing diverse people had more difficulties getting certain positions. That would often end up in them getting jobs that they didn’t love. As a recruiter, Stacey felt such outcomes were not aligned with her inner self, as she was thinking more about bringing diversity to a company than about the candidate’s fulfillment. That’s when she started focusing on DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and not just on the recruitment aspect, which led her to found Rework Work.The impact she has reached with changing workplace culture with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is tremendous, and she has helped countless companies in creating an inclusive work environment.And now here’s Stacey Gordon.Show Notes[3:13] How’d it happen for Stacey Gordon?[6:55] The journey to becoming a recruiter[10:10] On starting her own business[15:37] Stacey and her law school experience[20:34] What brought Stacey to the states?[22:38] All about Rework Work[25:25] How Stacey actually helps companies[34:00] How many companies get it “right”?[43:55] Conscious vs. unconscious bias[45:23] On the process of writing UNBIAS and what was Stacey’s goal[49:55] Wasted energy and growing/maintaining Stacey’s energy[51:34] Diving deeper into LinkedIn learning https://www.linkedin.com/learning/[55:31] The challenges with resume[1:01:35] What is Stacey shooting for?[1:04:31] OutroFull transcript belowVideo on The Power of Meeting People Where They AreStacey Gordon’s Path to Diversity & InclusionVisit ReworkdWork.com to Learn How to Create a More Diverse & Equitable WorkplaceLinkedIn Learning Course: “Unconscious Bias”1 hr 6 min
- Greg Reid, Work My Strengths and Hire My Weaknesses (#210)
Today's episode with Greg Reid is a fun and inspiring one. This award-winning author, keynote speaker, and film producer is full of energy that will keep you interested as the episode progress. We've talked so much about Greg's achievements and how he managed his way into this industry. We also talked about a very interesting event that's dubbed "The Greatest Event You Can Not Attend! All that and more in this episode with How'd It Happen.
Greg Reid is an entrepreneur known for his giving spirit and a knack for translating complicated situations into simple, digestible concepts.
For over 25 years, Greg has inspired millions of people to take personal responsibility to step into the potential of their greatness. His life of contribution has been recognized by government leaders, a foreign Princess, and luminaries in education, business, and industry.
Mr. Reid has been published in over 100 books, including 32 best-sellers in 45 languages. Titles such as - Stickability: The Power of Perseverance; The Millionaire Mentor, and Three Feet from Gold: Turn Your Obstacles into Opportunities have inspired countless readers to understand that the most valuable lessons we learn are also the easiest ones to apply.
Greg Reid is known best for being the Founder of - Secret Knock A Forbes and Inc. magazine's top-rated event focused on partnership, networking, and business development.
He is the producer of the Oscar-qualified film, Wish Man, based on the Make A Wish Foundation creator, streaming on Netflix now. For his work in mentoring youth in his hometown of San Diego, Mr. Reid was honored by the White House, where a former President commended Greg for his work for positively working with youth through a local mentorship program.
And if that is not enough, recently, Greg was honored with the star of the infamous Las Vegas Walk of Stars.
One of Greg's accomplishments has been the opportunity to work through American Dream U and support our brave men and women in Uniform.
Speaking at the Pentagon, Fort Bragg, Fort Hood, and Soldier for Life, Reid has been blessed to share his teachings with the next generations of entrepreneurs.
IG: https://www.instagram.com/gregsreid/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.GregReid
Web: https://gregreid.com/
Show Notes:
[3:40] How’d it happen for Dr. Greg Reid?
[4:51] On dealing with his perceived weaknesses
[6:33] How he does what he does
[9:43] What Greg wanted to do growing up
[11:12] Reticular activating system
[12:15] What is the Secret Knock
[14:55] How many people can attend the Secret Knock?
[15:41] On making movies, and did he intend to make movies?
[18:43] How Greg help military
[22:26] How Greg describes himself
[25:00] Action and the Law of Attraction
[26:10] Is there still anything that Greg wants to do in the future?
[32:00] Where to learn more about Greg?
[32:23] One final golden nugget of wisdom: CPC
[34:45] Outro
Check the accompanying blog post of this episode at: https://mikemalatesta.com/podcast/greg-reid-work-my-strengths-and-hire-my-weaknesses-210/
If you like this episode and want to be the first to know when new ones are released? Make sure you subscribe! Also, a review will be much appreciated, so make sure you give us a 5-star (or whatever one makes the most sense to you 🙂).Connect with Mike:
Website: https://mikemalatesta.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemalatesta/
To Connect with Mike:
- Website
- YouTube
- Coaching
- Get Mike’s book: Owner Shift
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About How'd it Happen?
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Hi, I’m Mike Malatesta, the creator and host of the "How'd it Happen?" podcast. On the podcast, I have meaningful conversations with some of the most successful people about how that success…
happened to them. My guests include Entrepreneurs, Athletes, Physicians, Non-Profit & Academic Leaders, Consultants, Financial Experts, Authors, Moon Shot Explorers, and more. I dig in deep with every guest to get to the roots of their success. To discover not just how it happened but why it matters. My mission is to expose and share the ideas and clues you need to Inspire, Activate, and Maximize the greatness in you.