In this episode, Eddie Wilson unpacks the difference between being fearful and being afraid, drawing inspiration from the life of Alexander the Great. He shares actionable strategies to overcome fear, find a mentor, and cultivate self-belief. Eddie dives into what might be holding you back from success and provides practical advice on how to achieve the life you truly want. Tune in for an empowering conversation about breaking barriers, building confidence, and taking the first step toward realizing your dreams.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:13  Being Fearful v Being Afraid
• 00:48 Who is Alexander the Great?
• 07:41 What can I do to overcome fear?
• 14:26 Where can I find a Mentor?
• 15:21 How do I Believe in Myself?
• 19:10 What is Holding Me Back from Success?
• 26:25 How Do I Get the Life that I Want?
• 28:59 What is Holding Me Back From What I Really Want to do In My Life?
• 34:37 How Can I Start Believing in Myself?
• 36:36 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson challenges the traditional idea of the Operator vs. the Visionary and explores how both roles are crucial to business success. He compares the pillars of business to offense and defense in sports, sharing a powerful life lesson inspired by a trip to Niagara Falls. Eddie introduces the analogy of the anchor and the propeller, emphasizing the importance of playing to your strengths while actively developing your weaknesses. Discover Eddie's personal strategies for growth and learn how to find balance in your own journey to success.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:08 The Myth of the Operator vs. the Visionary
• 02:16 Comparing the Pillars of Business to the Offense & Defense in Sports
• 05:42 Eddies Trip to Niagara Falls Becomes a Life Lesson
• 14:24 The Analogy of the Anchor and the Propeller in Life
• 12:51 Play on Your Strengths, but Develop Your Weaknesses
• 19:05 What Eddie Does to Push Himself Into Developing his  Weaknesses
• 24:05 CLOSING
• 24:50 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores his book "The Titan Doctrine"—a powerful framework for turning ideas into reality. Drawing inspiration from the story of Sultan Mehmed II, Eddie breaks down the four key steps to refine and execute your ideas: testing their origination, embracing solitude, navigating the trial phase, and seeking wise counsel. He also shares a personal story about the consequences of not following this process and reflects on his greatest accomplishment—founding the non-profit Impact Others. Tune in for a deep dive into the discipline and strategy required to bring your best ideas to fruition.the art of leadership.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:11 The Titan Doctrine
• 01:38 Bringing Your Ideas to Fruition
• 04:05 The Story of Sultan MehMed II 
• 11:41 The Respect of Our Ideas
• 12:51 The Process of How to Refine Your Ideas
• 13:19 Step One: Testing the Origination of Your Idea
• 16:59 Step Two: Solitude
• 19:21 Step Three: The Trial Phase
• 21:38 Step Four: Seek Counsel
• 25:55 The Conclusion to Sultan Mehmed II
• 28:04 Eddie's Experience of Not Following the Four Steps 
• 33:26 Eddie’s Greatest Accomplishment: His Non Profit Impact Others
• 37:19 Closing Thoughts
• 37:49 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson introduces his Three Tiers of Leadership, guiding listeners through the journey from self-leadership to leading others, and ultimately, becoming a leader of leaders. He challenges listeners to evaluate their own leadership level and emphasizes the importance of structure, discipline, and purpose. Eddie also discusses the power of repressing the ego, the difference between chaotic and disciplined leadership, and the value of recognizing other leaders around you. Join Eddie for an inspiring look at how to reach your ultimate potential by mastering the art of leadership.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:09 Leadership is a Key Component in Life
• 00:47 Eddie Introduces his Three Tiers of Leadership
• 01:55 Level One Leader: One Who Can Lead Themself
• 07:47 Level Two Leader: Be a Leader of Followers
• 15:24 Level Three Leader: Be a Leader of Leaders
• 24:22 Getting to the Ultimate Potential in Your Life
• 27:23 Eddie's Challenge to Evaluate Your Level of Leadership
• 29:36 Learning the Lessons of Repressing the Ego
• 35:57 Chaotic Leader v. Disciplined Leader
• 39:30 The Importance of Having Structure in Your Life
• 42:15 The Significance of Anchoring into Your Purpose
• 47:07 Recognize the Leaders Around You
• 50:00 Closing Thoughts
• 51:14 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores the principles of power and influence. He shares his insights on identifying powerful individuals in your life and reveals his three key characteristics of true power. Eddie discusses his favorite and least favorite laws from The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene, his theory of why power is created, and the critical link between power and influence. He also shares a personal story on the transformative power of unconditional love, questioning whether love and power can be synonymous. Join Eddie for a deep dive into the complexities of power, influence, and love.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:20 The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Green 
• 03:20 Identifying the Most Powerful People in Your Life 
• 06:36 Eddies Three Characteristics of True Power & Influence
• 12:15 Eddie's Favorite Laws of Power from Robert Green
• 16:17 The Ability to Manage One's Attachments
• 20:28 Power is Created
• 23:45 If You Do Not Possess Power, You Do Not Possess Influence
• 28:09 Eddie’s Least Favorite Law of Power from Robert Green
• 34:01 Personal Risks Eddie Has Taken in His Life
• 42:34 Eddie Shares a Very Touching Story on Learning the Power of Unconditional Love
• 47:56 Is Love & Power Synonymous
• 49:09 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores the inevitable cycles of war (struggle) and peace (prosperity) that everyone experiences in their lives. He discusses how to embrace the challenges rather than resist them, make truthful assessments about personal resistance, and find stability amidst turmoil. Eddie shares biblical examples of these cycles, offers insights on navigating conflicts in both personal and professional relationships, and challenges listeners to recognize and cultivate peace in their own lives. Tune in to learn how to acknowledge the value of both struggle and prosperity, and the importance of understanding the difference between healthy and unhealthy conflict.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 02:06 Everyone Experiences Cycles of Peace or Prosperity & War or Struggle in Their Lives  
• 02:20:18 Embrace the War in Your Life Instead of Resisting it
• 04:11:00 Defining Peace/Prosperity or Stabilization
• 09:32:13 The Cycle of War & Peace in Your Career
• 12:18:16 Biblical Examples of War & Prosperity
• 17:07:10 Make Truthful Assessments About the Resistances in Your Life
• 18:15:12 War & Peace in Your Personal & Work Relationships
• 21:38:04 Eddie's Challenge to Find Peace/Prosperity in your life
• 22:42:07 The Cycles of War & Peace in Eddie's Life
• 27:32:23 Recognizing the People in Your Life During Prosperous Times & in Times of Struggle
• 29:42:08 The Importance of Experiencing & Acknowledging the Differences of Both War/Struggle & Peace/Prosperity
• 33:23:00 CLOSING: Healthy War v. Unhealthy War 
• 35:09:25 END

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson delves into the concept of "The Power of Broke" and how starting from zero can be a powerful catalyst for growth. He discusses the importance of putting oneself in challenging situations, the value of sweat equity, and why hunger is a necessity for every entrepreneur. Eddie also highlights examples of entrepreneurs who have rebuilt from nothing and shares insights on leveraging the Empire Operating System in business. Tune in to discover how embracing duress can lead to resilience, innovation, and lasting success.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 01:27 Opening: The Power of Broke
• 37:18 Empire Operating System : Because Coffee
• 04:02:11 Entrepreneurs That Have Gone to Zero
• 09:06:27 The Benefit of Business Owners Putting Themselves in Duress
• 11:15:01 Arielle Charnas
• 14:13:29 Sweat Equity
• 19:26:07 Hunger is a Necessity in Business 
• 22:50:22 Closing Thoughts
• 24:20:17 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores the delicate balance required to grow a successful business. Drawing inspiration from Ryan Holiday's four characteristics of Stoicism, he discusses the tension between temperance and discipline, creativity and restraint, and ego versus confidence. Eddie shares his career history, the importance of partnerships, and the challenges of achieving lasting success in business. He also reflects on the nuanced difference between "Truth" and "truth" in decision-making and leadership. Join Eddie as he unpacks these concepts and offers a challenge for listeners to evaluate their own paths to success.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 01:37 Growing a Business Requires Ambition
• 22:23 Ryan Holiday's Four Characteristics of Stoicism
• 02:38:07 Temperance v. Discipline
• 06:03:51 Creativity v. Restraint 
• 07:59:43 Outliers
• 09:48:45 The Importance of Partnerships
• 11:44:17 The Inability to Create Success in Business 
• 13:04:39 Eddie's Career History
• 14:38:26 The Balance Between Restraint and Creativity in Business
• 16:01:59 Ego is the Enemy 
• 20:31:42 The Difference Between “Truth” and “truth”
• 23:13:11 Ego v. Confidence 
• 28:56:10 Challenge for the Listeners
• 30:21:36 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson sheds light on the unique challenges faced by solopreneurs and small business owners. He discusses startling statistics about solopreneurship, the social constructs that impact small business owners, and the mental health implications of working in isolation. Eddie explores how societal pressures push solopreneurs into loneliness, and the pandemic’s effects on small business ownership. He offers insights into coping mechanisms, the importance of masterminds, and the pitfalls of comparison. Tune in to learn how to thrive in the face of isolation, embrace perseverance, and find true community in the solopreneur journey.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 00:08 Statistics About Solopreneurs
• 01:52:32 Mental Health
• 02:26:31 Social Constructs of Small Business Owners
• 03:25:10 The Truth About American Business Ownership 
• 04:42:46 The Pandemic of the Small Business Owner
• 06:10:17 Study Done by Entrepreneur Magazine 
• 07:10:00 Society is Pushing Solopreneurs Into Isolation
• 10:18:06 Masterminds 
• 11:26:15 How Do We Cope with the Loneliness
• 19:59:18 Charlie Poses Question: Is Loneliness Unique to the US Only?
• 20:07:16 Eddie Explains what He Thinks is Unique to the US Work Mentality
• 22:08:55 Charlie Poses the Question: Through the Pain, How Can People Regulate for Themselves?
• 22:20:46 The Perseverance Continuum
• 26:25:19 Charlie Points Out that Comparison in Business is a Thief of Happiness
• 26:34:25 Comparison is the Thief of Happiness
• 27:30:53 Charlie Poses the Thought about the Lack of Community in Today's Society
• 27:52:54 The Great Irony of a Social Media "Community"
• 28:55:36 Call to Action 
• 30:33:36 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson takes a deep dive into the perception of masculinity in today's society, exploring the challenges young men face and the influence of social media on their identity. He shares his approach to raising his sons, his three "C's" of masculinity, and lessons on confidence, quiet strength, and self-control. Eddie discusses the balance between masculine and feminine energies, the concept of toxic masculinity, and the struggle young men face in finding purpose. Tune in to discover how to become a true champion in life, love, and personal growth, and hear Eddie's powerful challenge to young men everywhere.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 01:16 The Perception of Masculinity in Today’s Society
• 01:43:27 Social Media’s Influence on Young Men
• 04:06:17 How Eddie is Raising His Sons
• 05:05:08 Eddie’s Three “C’s” of Masculinity
• 08:50:20 Social Norms of Young Men vs. Eddie’s Three “C’s”
• 10:24:23 Eddie’s Dad’s Example of Confidence & Leadership
• 11:35:11 Quiet Strength 
• 12:18:17 Lost Young Men
• 14:19:26 Societal Stigmatization of Young Men 
• 15:03:07 The Bond of Masculine and Feminine Energies
• 16:59:25 When the Opposite Gender Needs to Embody the Other’s Role
• 18:34:05 Toxic Masculinity
• 19:39:19 Young Men’s Struggle in Finding a Purpose in Life
• 23:14:24 Being Your Purest, Authentic Self in a Relationship
• 24:04:22 Young Men & Rebellion
• 25:45:17 Eddie’s Lesson to His Sons About Confidence
• 27:59:02 Confidence vs. Arrogance
• 29:53:12 The Importance of Trying, Failing & Winning
• 32:53:04 Self Control & Self Regulation
• 35:01:03 Tips on Self Control
• 36:01:06 Being a True Champion
• 40:12:03 Love & Being a Champion is Synonymous 
• 42:21:03 CLOSING | Eddie’s Challenge to Young Men
• 43:42:04 END 

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