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You know that one scene in Raiders of the Lost Ark when Indiana Jones finds himself facing a machete-wielding bad guy in the marketplace? Not only is that one of the best scenes in the entire movie, but it also carries powerful symbolic significance for anyone on a quest to grow. There comes a time in your life when you have to be Indiana Jones in that one scene -- and in today's episode, I talk about why.

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The 2024 Retrospective is here! Take a listen to this year's highlight reel of the conversations I had with 22 amazing guests who each brought their experiences and stories to the leadership conversation. So many awesome takeaways, there are too many to list here. Let's just say it was another terrific year here at PYP -- thank you for being a part of the journey! = = = = =

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The River Only Runs One Way

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Today, my guest is Chad T Jenkins, a visionary wizard who knows how to alchemize friction into gold for entrepreneurs and companies all over the world looking to grow through innovation.

He recently launched his latest book, Friction Fuel [the secret to listening strategically and leveraging complaints to keep your business running on premium]. We talk a lot about his books; he has another one: Just Add a Zero, which I also highly recommend.

What's cool about Chad is he offers simple frameworks you can use to expand your leadership skills, as well as some practical exercises you can do today to tap into new ideas and an endless stream of innovation.

Chad is part business strategist, part contrarian and part philosopher who understands what's happening in business today, and I think you're going to walk away after listening to our conversation with a renewed sense of possibility and your own potential.

Connect with Chad T. Jenkins:

on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seedspark/

on his website: https://seedspark.com and https://seedspark.com/books/

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Six months of radical honesty, self-care, and self-love can transform your life.

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You are in for a treat today, Team PYP! My guest, Blair Bryant Nichols, takes us inside the world of speaking in a post-pandemic world. If getting on real and / or virtual stages is part of your big picture in the coming years, you will want to take notes. Lots of wisdom drops now!

Blair Bryant Nichols, Owner of BBN Creative Management for Diverse and Mission-Driven Talent, is a seasoned expert in building strategic speaking platforms for speakers and business leaders. With a background representing top authors and managing diverse projects for founders, entrepreneurs, and celebrities, Blair specializes in helping his clients understand the strategic landscape of public and corporate speaking, emphasizing the need for a diverse portfolio of offerings to compete effectively.

Blair holds an M.B.A. from UCLA-Anderson with a specialization in Entertainment Management and a B.A. in Literature from American University, complemented by his post-grad training at the Columbia Publishing Course.

Outside of work, Blair enjoys traveling, literature, board games, and spending time with his husband Gray and their Shepherd-mix rescue dog Aspen in his homes in West Hollywood and Lake Arrowhead.

Connect with Blair Bryant Nichols on his website: https://www.bbncreativemanagement.com/

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bbn-creativemanagement-llc/

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Kyle Mau is a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse background. At the age of 24, he made a pivotal decision to leave his corporate engineering role and relocate to Eastern Europe, eventually settling in Kyiv, Ukraine. As a permanent expatriate and property owner in Ukraine, he is deeply integrated in the local culture and business landscape.

There, he successfully launched and managed a widely-read blog, amassing over 1 million readers a year at it's peak. Additionally, Kyle co-founded Selo Olive, an esteemed olive oil company based in Croatia shipping directly from family farm to consumer. With a keen eye for talent and opportunity, Kyle went on to establish HireUA, a premier staffing and recruiting agency specializing in connecting skilled Eastern European professionals with Western companies. When Russia invaded Ukraine, Kyle relocated his family to Poland but maintained his commitment to fostering international connections for Ukrainians.

Today, Kyle focuses on business growth and strategy, entrusting the day-to-day operations of HireUA to his capable team. Under his leadership, HireUA continues to facilitate seamless talent acquisition, enabling businesses to thrive while saving employers 70-80% on premium talent in just 5 days.

Connect with Kyle on his website: https://Hire-UA.com

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maukyle/

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Today's guest is Brett Snodgrass, a distinguished real estate investor with 15+ years of expertise. Brett is a versatile entrepreneur excelling in flipping, creative financing, and business scaling. As the driving force behind SIMPLE QUARTERS, his team handles 250+ property transactions annually while also orchestrating 50+ creative financing deals for passive income.

Seamlessly integrating faith and business acumen, Brett extends opportunities and spreads the mission of God. An active member of The Collective Genius, Brett contributes to philanthropy, supporting missions like Transforming Futures. Featured on prominent podcasts and hosting "The Iron Deep Podcast," Brett thrives with his team.

Passionate about ministering to entrepreneurs, he founded Iron Deep in 2021, a unique men's community focusing on purpose in Christ. Imperfect yet driven, Iron Deep is a band of brothers encouraging personal and professional growth, prioritizing significance over success. Brett, a devoted family man, values impactful ministries, aiming to empower the vulnerable for a thriving life.

Connect with Brett Snodgrass on his website: https://www.irondeep.com/

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-snodgrass-76057358/

On his podcast: https://www.irondeep.com/podcast

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"Do the right thing even if it's not in your best interest," says today's guest, Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland "Oak" McCulloch. Our conversation is full of insights like this. With Oak's stellar military background coupled with his work as a leadership coach and keynote speaker, today's episode provides plenty of examples of how we can all focus on developing our leadership practices.

Oak is the author of the 2021 release, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be. Oak is also an internationally recognized speaker who gives talks on leadership and success. Both his books and his talks are based on his 40+ years of leadership in the U.S. Army and subsequent civilian positions, Oak highlights principles that will benefit today's leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow.

Connect with Oak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oakland-mcculloch-34293256/

On his website: https://www.ltcoakmcculloch.com/

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When people enter the retirement phase of their lives my guest Tyson Ray describes what's left for them in three parts: the Go-Go Years, the Slow-Go Years, and the No-Go years. His mission is to help people have enough money to fund all three with plenty left over. In today's episode, we have a lively conversation about money, investing, and how to work with a financial advisor so you get the most of what you have to invest. Enjoy! About Tyson Ray Senior wealth advisor, philanthropist, and author Tyson Ray, based in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, has over 25 years of experience in his field. As CEO and founding partner of FORM Wealth Advisors, Tyson is dedicated to helping clients live better lives. He seeks to add value by helping clients understand the future consequences of their actions, aiming to provide perspective in an industry often trying to scare clients.

In his book, Tyson introduces the Total Relationship™ framework to help financial advisors fully understand their clients' needs. While sharing client experiences, Tyson guides readers through the value an advisor can bring when they empower clients to live the best life they can afford.

As a continuous industry learner, Tyson has expanded his knowledge by obtaining his CFP®, CIMA®, and CExP® certifications. However, he believes that some of the most valuable education he has received comes from the advisors and clients he works alongside.

Connect with Tyson Ray on his website: https://formwealth.com/tyson-ray/

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/form-wealth-advisors/

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What can happen when we choose to pay attention to what and who is around us?

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