This week we welcome Mark Joe to the show. Mark is the owner of Omen Coffee here in St. Louis, MO. In this episode we discuss the challenges of opening a brick and mortar coffee shop compared to running an online business, as well as exploring the fear of failure and the tendency to settle for mediocrity. Mark shares his experience of finding peace and gratitude in prison and the importance of not letting fear hold you back, and discusses the fear of not giving it your all and the desire to make the most of every moment. He shares his personal journey of finding happiness through being present, grateful, and doing his best in every moment. Mark also talks about the obligation to participate in building a better community and the desire to inspire and bring light to others. The conversation concludes with the power of celebrating little wins and the impact of being a life-giving person.

Thanks for joining us for another episode! This week we welcome Matt Lee to the show. He is the founder of Team Waves, and shares his journey from starting an online fitness coaching business to going full-time with it. He discusses the inspiration behind the Team Waves brand and how it is connected to his love for the Jersey Shore. Matt also highlights the importance of having a coach and the impact of playing collegiate sports on his mindset. He emphasizes the value of enjoying the journey and making gradual progress in fitness and life, and discusses the dangers of rapid progress and the need to create sustainable habits. Matt shares his personal experience of rebounding after shows and the importance of learning from those mistakes. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of enjoying the journey and reflecting on personal achievements.

This week we are happy to welcome Casey Gilbert to the show. In this conversation, Casey discusses the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and surrounding yourself with the right people. He shares a powerful experience of seeing his sister's artwork in an Airbnb in Montana, which served as a sign that he was in the right place. He also talks about his preparation for the Leadville 100 race and the mindset required to achieve challenging goals. He highlights the value of patience, consistency, trusting the process in various aspects of personal and professional growth, defining success and self-worth, and the importance of being present.

Welcome back to the show, this week we are joined by my business partner and friend, Bakker Shields. In this episode, Bakker discusses the importance of relationship building, overcoming challenges in the SaaS world, and the levels of problem-solving. He emphasizes the need for persistence and continuous innovation in business, and highlights the significance of understanding clients and industry trends, building trust and connection, and leading by example. He also talks about the value of content creation, personal branding, and giving away information while selling implementation. We then start the conversation around the government ban on TikTok, including the reasons the government is citing for the initiative. The conversation continues with the idea of a potential power play in TikTok's sale, the impact of TikTok's ban on businesses, the line of control and freedom, the uncertainty of TikTok's future, and the importance of building your own database.

This week we are happy to welcome Colin Wayne to the show. Colin is a successful entrepreneur and military veteran, and we go way back. In this episode Colin discusses his journey from the military to entrepreneurship, the importance of focusing on one thing at a time, and the myth of multiple streams of income. He shares his experience overcoming setbacks and taking risks, as well as the defining moments in his life. He emphasizes the importance of finding joy and balance in life, aligning personal values with business, and setting goals and deadlines. Colin also provides insights into scaling a business and effective advertising strategies. He also highlights his take on the biggest mistake in business, which is the lack of diversification, and encourages entrepreneurs to explore different market opportunities. Colin's main takeaway is to have faith in yourself, apply effort, and be resilient in the face of challenges.

Hello again, thanks for joining us for episode 21! In this episode, we welcome George Bryant, who is a marketing and customer journey expert. He starts by discussing the customer journey and the importance of understanding the sales cycle. He emphasizes the need to focus on the 97% of customers who are not ready to make an immediate purchase, and also highlights the importance of addressing the post-purchase phase and ensuring that customers feel supported and guided. The conversation covers common mistakes in the customer journey, such as the zone of doubt, the inverse journey, and drowning the journey. George stresses the importance of meeting customers where they're at and providing clear next steps. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the significance of building relationships and prioritizing customer success, because relationships beat algorithms.

Thanks for joining us again! This week we welcome Jason Bockman to the show. Jason is a successful entrepreneur with a variety of businesses, ranging from donut shops, to a farm, to real estate, and even owns a restaurant. We discuss Jason's journey, from starting with a hot dog stand, to selling and starting new businesses, which all taught him valuable lessons. Jason shares his experience of creating funny videos and building a brand, as well as his time living in Hong Kong and China, which had a deep impact on him and his point-of-view. Jason also speaks about being a father, and how that is the single most important aspect of his life, and how it impacts his life and day-to-day decision making. Jason's motivation comes from seeing others succeed and helping them along the way, and he reflects on the meaning of success and happiness, realizing that outward appearances have little to do with inner fulfillment. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with encouraging people who want to see you succeed, and explores the power of an abundance mindset and the role of manifestation and positive thinking in achieving goals. The conversation concludes with expressing appreciation for personal growth and the importance of raising children with strong values.

Welcome back to the show! This week we welcome Shaun Vasquez of Pride Foods. In this conversation, Shaun discusses the journey of starting Pride Foods and the importance of maintaining high standards and quality. He also reflects on his experiences in bodybuilding and the lessons learned from being selfish in pursuit of success. Shaun shares his insights on forgiveness and the power of emotional release, and emphasizes the importance of being a good human being, and finding the right tools and modalities to release emotional pressure. He also discusses the importance of self-awareness, seeking awareness through books and podcasts, avoiding distractions and lowering vibration, and sitting with yourself and embracing stillness. He then introduces Apogee Education as a disruptive Socratic-based education system, which opens in OKC in the Fall, and the impact of education on future generations. He closes with the concept of realizing self-worth and making an impact, and becoming a lighthouse for others.

Thanks for joining us again! This week we welcome Grant Dziak, a life coach, who shares his journey and insights on topics such as behavioral psychology, embodiment, and emotional mastery. In our discussion, Grant emphasizes the importance of facing discomfort and acknowledging pain in order to overcome challenges, and the role of masculinity and the need for emotional regulation. He highlights the power of awareness and the impact of habits and patterns on our lives, and focuses on helping individuals connect with their intuition and navigate their personal journeys. He also explores the tendency to move away from pain and rejection, and the need for validation and permission from others. The conversation concludes with the idea that there is always a better way to live and the importance of striving for personal growth.

Hello again, thank for joining us again for episode 17! This week we welcome Bradley Goldman to the show. In this episode he shares his journey of starting a business that helps menopausal women and busy parents with science-based approaches to weight loss. He discusses how he came to work with Jennifer (his wife) and the growth of their company within the Peloton community. Bradley emphasizes the importance of hiring experts and staying in your lane when it comes to providing weight loss advice. He also highlights the need for more education in nutrition for doctors. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the power of insights, interactions, impact, and income in building a successful business. Ultimately, he and Jennifer aim to change the narrative in the industry and provide a better experience for clients.