The Daily Helping

I can’t wait for you to hear today’s guest’s stories and his wisdom.

Vincent Pugliese is, first and foremost, a husband to his beautiful wife Elizabeth and the proud dad of their three boys, Andrew, Nolan and Dylan.

Vincent has been a professional photographer for more than twenty three years and an international award winning sports and documentary photographer. He’s photographed just about every subject imaginable, including three U.S. Presidents, the Dalai Lama, Muhammad Ali’s seventieth birthday party, Superbowls, the World Series, NHL finals, the Kentucky Derby, and even Wrestlemania.

Vincent and his wife Elizabeth own and run Elizabeth Vincent Photography, which specializes in documentary wedding and corporate photography. When he's not with his family or shooting, Vincent also coaches freelancers on how live a life of financial, time and life freedom, specifically through the world of self-employment. Vincent teaches those looking for time and money freedom through mastermind groups, The Freelance Tribe membership community, and through one-on-one coaching.

“You can consistently reinvent yourself. It doesn’t matter if you’re 22 or 62. I truly believe that.”

Vincent’s tips to optimize your business:

• The Golden Day Rule - ask for the rates you truly deserve; don’t settle. Choose one day a year to raise your rates up to your ideal amount. See what happens.

• Know your F.R.U.I.T. (Food, Residence, Utilities, House, Transportation). Write out the total amount needed to pay for each of those things in your life. Most people underestimate that amount.

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“When I’m struggling with overwhelm, I tell myself: ‘just be better than yesterday.’ I don’t need to worry about the next three weeks, I don’t need to worry about what’s going to happen next year. If I just do one thing better than yesterday, if I keep on improving my mistakes, things are gonna keep getting better.”

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Resources:

• www.totallifefreedom.com
• Read Vincent’s Book, From Freelance To Freedom
• Vincent Pugliese on Twitter: @intotheuncommon
• Vincent Pugliese on LinkedIn
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

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We have a brilliant guest today, and I think you’re going to love everything he has to share.

Kam Knight is the founder of Mindlily.com and author of several bestselling books on learning, memory, and productivity. Over the past fifteen years, he has dedicated his life to uncovering the secrets of the mind and how to optimize its performance.

When Kam is not writing, teaching, or speaking, he is globetrotting, having traveled to nearly 100 countries around the world. His adventures include diving with hammerhead sharks in the Galapagos, swimming with a whale shark in Honduras, biking the Death Road in Bolivia, hiking the tallest mountain range in Africa, sleeping in the world's oldest rainforest in Malaysia, and climbing over a dozen active volcanoes.

His books and teachings have helped over 100,000 people learn to do more, in less time, and with more fun.

“I was able to use self-talk and affirmations to steer my mind in the right direction.”

Kam’s tips to improve memory, productivity, and brain function:

• Do a daily review.

• At the end of the day, spend five minutes thinking chronologically, in great detail, about everything that occurred that day. The more we do this, the more the brain learns that it will need to work harder throughout the day to recall information later that evening.

• Utilize visualization.
• Dogs’ primary sense is smell. For bats, it’s sound. Humans remember pictures, faces, and places far better than any other information. Visualize the information that you want to remember.
• Use all three of learning styles - not just your dominant style

• Explore memorization utilizing auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning styles.

• Remember: multitasking is a myth.

• Remove distractions; the body’s need to remain in motion will lead to an increase in productivity.

• Practice affirming self-talk

• Kam’s go-to phrases: “I’m a do-it-now person, I do things now, I get things done right away,” and “I accomplish everything quickly, easily, and effortlessly.”

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

Western societies have become societies of consumption. I don’t mean products; what I mean is content. There’s just so much content readily available to us - shows, podcasts, YouTube channels, self-publishing. It’s easy to get into the habit of consuming content and not actually taking action on it.

It’s all about doing. It’s not about necessarily gaining the knowledge, because knowledge helps us learn, but doing is what’s going to help us grow.

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Resources:

• www.MindLily.com
• Read Kam Knight’s Books
• MindLily on Twitter: @mindlily
• MindLily on Facebook
• MindLily on LinkedIn
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

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We have an extraordinary guest to share with you today. Heather Monahan is a bestselling author, keynote speaker with the Harry Walker Agency, entrepreneur, and founder of Boss In Heels. After successfully climbed the corporate ladder for many years, Heather Monahan is one of the few women to break through the glass ceiling and claim her spot in the C-suite.

As a Chief Revenue Officer in Media, Heather Monahan is a Glass Ceiling Award winner, was named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017, and in 2018 was named a Limit Breaking Female Founder by Thrive Global. Heather’s new book Confidence Creator shot to #1 on Amazon’s Business Biographies and Business Motivation lists the first week it debuted. Heather is a confidence expert and is currently working with Fortune 500 companies and professional sports teams to develop confidence in the workplace and on the court. She’s also a member of Florida International University’s Advisory Council to further serve as a mentor and leader in the South Florida Community. Heather and her son Dylan reside in Miami, Florida.

“When you don’t have negative people trying to pull you down, you accelerate in your life so much more rapidly than you ever thought was possible. ”

Heather’s tips for building confidence:

• Cultivate a gratitude journal
• Fire the villains in your life
• Create a new dialogue within your mind

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“Confidence is created, it is not given. In every moment, you are either building your confidence or you are chipping away at it; the choice is yours.”

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Resources:

• www.heathermonahan.com
• Read Heather’s book, Confidence Creator
• Heather Monahan on Facebook
• Heather Monahan on Instagram: @heathermonahan
• Heather Monahan on LinkedIn
• Heather Monahan on Twitter: @_heathermonahan
• Heather Monahan on YouTube
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

The Daily Helping is produced by Podcast Masters

We have an extraordinary guest to share with you today.

Karen Walker is a consultant, author, and advisor to CEOs and senior leaders. She helps her clients grow their companies, with successful outcomes which include IPOs, acquisitions, market share increases, and significant leadership development.

Her clients include Inc. 500 start-ups and Fortune 500 firms. Her work helps senior leaders create internal strategies to support their organization’s external growth. She is also the author of the recent book, No Dumbing Down: A No-Nonsense Guide For CEOs On Organizational Growth.

Prior to launching her consultancy, Karen was employee #104 at Compaq Computer, then the fastest growing company in America. In her fourteen years as VP of operating services, she helped spur the creation of more than $15 billion in value. She resides in Jupiter, Florida, although she can most often be found aloft in seat 2C.

“We don’t know how to get from bad team to good team, but we know the difference when we’re in one.”

Karen’s tips to avoid “dumbing down” within your company:

1) Alignment:

                     Create and sustain internal alignment within your company

2) Accountability:

Hold yourself accountable, your team accountable, and guide your team to hold themselves accountable.

3) Blind Spots:

           Identify and resolve your blind spots.

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“Find a way to connect to something. Find it as early as you can in your career. Connect to something outside yourself - something bigger than your small self. That will lead you to what I think is most important: thinking bigger: thinking bigger about the impact you can have, and thinking bigger about what’s possible for you and your organization. In order to do that, you have to really work on getting rid of your blind spots, understanding your strengths, and really connecting with what’s outside yourself.”

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Thank you for joining us on The Daily Helping with Dr. Shuster. Subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, or Google Play to download more food for the brain, knowledge from the experts, and tools to win at life.

Resources:

• www.karenwalker.us
• Read Karen Walker’s Book, book, No Dumbing Down: A No-Nonsense Guide For CEOs On Organizational Growth
• Listen to Karen’s podcast, No Dumbing Down
• Karen Walker on Instagram: @karenwalkerus
• Karen Walker on LinkedIn
• Karen Walker on Twitter: @karenwalkerus

• Silicon Cowboys on Netflix

• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

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Now that it’s officially the holidays, I want to share a special story with you.

Nikki Moore’s story is one of courage, but hopefully one that you find inspirational as well.

Nikki and her husband Matt were cruising along in successful, happy lives - until tragedy struck. They chose to turn their terrible situation into a beautiful message that will continue to positively affect thousands of lives well into the future.

“This is a beautiful life. Live it to the fullest.”

The Live Moore Challenge:

Do something nice for someone else,

- or -

Catch someone else doing something kind, and honor that.

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“Today is your biggest gift. If you were to die tomorrow, really assess: what did your life look like for you? Were you able to live in the present and be connected to those you love? Were you able to engage in acts of kindness? Were you able to receive those acts of kindness from other people? In what ways were you able to live more?” 

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Resources:

• www.LiveMooreCo.com
• Live Moore on Twitter: @LiveMooreCo
• Live Moore on Facebook
• Live Moore on Instagram: @LiveMooreCo
• Live Moore on Pinterest
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

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I am delighted to welcome Carey Smolensky back to the show. Carey is a dynamic businessman, event producer, entertainer, entrepreneur, and the author of Living Life with Passion and Helping Others.

Carey began his family of companies four decades ago, while in high school, and is constantly challenging himself to make a difference in the lives of others. He believes that change is the key to innovation, and is constantly evolving both personally and professionally to continue to live his life with passion.

His next endeavor is the second annual Passion Summit, which will take place May 6-7, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. This event will be the next logical step in Carey’s journey to share the ability to live life passionately while helping others.

Carey has a goal of creating a community where people can support each other while thriving personally and helping others achieve their dreams.

“So many of us are stuck in our phones and tablets, and living a virtual life, communicating with friends that we may never see. I think that if you are fully aware of your surroundings, then there will be more opportunities for you to make a difference in other people’s lives. ”

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“I really think that to be the best version of yourself is extremely important, and to be aware, and to be present. Those types of things can make a difference. We’re living in a world where you never know what can happen next. Your own awareness of yourself and your surroundings will not only help you but those around you. Be present, and enjoy every moment.”

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Resources:

• www.CareySmolensky.com
• The Passion Summit: May 6-7, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

    (Use special code “dailyhelping” for a $450 discount off admission price!)

• A Warmer Winter: www.awarmerwinter.com
• Reach out to Carey directly: [email protected]
• Angel Wings International in Jacmel, Haiti
• Front Row Foundation
• Carey Smolensky on Facebook
• Carey Smolensky on Twitter: @CareySmolensky
• Carey Smolensky on YouTube
• Carey Smolensky on Instagram: @careysmolensky
• Read Carey’s book: Living Life With Passion And Helping Others
• Listen to Carey’s previous appearance here on The Daily Helping: Episode 14, Live Life With Passion & Help Others
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

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Kate Erickson is the implenter over at Entrepreneurs On Fire, an award-winning podcast where John Lee Dumas interviews inspiring entrepreneurs every Monday and drops value-bombs every Thursday.

She’s also the host of the Podcast Kate’s Take, and the coauthor of The Podcast Journal: Idea to Launch In 50 Days.

Kate is passionate about helping entrepreneurs create freedom in their business and life through developing systems and processes that can help businesses scale and grow.

This is a very special episode, and I can’t wait for you to join us.

“I know that other entrepreneurs don’t want to be stuck in the weeds like I am, so i find that writing this stuff out and sharing it is super helpful for them.”

Kate’s top tips for new entrepreneurs:

• 1) Take inventory.
• Understand what it is you’re spending your time on - in clear, specific terms. Decide which elements of your business could benefit from a system or process.
• 2) Focus on one thing.
• Write out the steps that you take every time you do that things. This will yield a usable checklist in the future - and open your eyes to ways you can simplify your work.
• 3) Automate, delegate, or batch.
• Utilize software, delegate steps to other team members, or complete a big chunk of work in one batch (as opposed to over a period of many days).

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“Trust your gut. There are so many doubts and so many questions and so many fears that all of us have - as human beings, as individuals trying to start, run, grow a business. For me, whenever I’m at one of those points, I take a step back and remember: one of the best pieces of advice I’ve ever received is to trust your gut.”

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Resources:

• www.eofire.com: Entrepeneurs On Fire Podcast with Kate Erickson and her husband John Lee Dumas
• Kate’s personal podcast, Kate’s Take
• Read Kate Erickson’s book, The Fire Path

• The Podcast Journal: Idea to Launch In 50 Days

• www.themasteryjournal.com
• Kate Erickson on Twitter: @katelerickson
• Kate Erickson on LinkedIn
• Kate Erickson on Instagram: @katelerickson
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

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We have a phenomenal guest today. Dr. James Kelley is the author of The Crucible’s Gift: Five Lessons From Authentic Leaders Who Thrive In Adversity. The book is based on his interviews from over 140 executives, ranging from Fortune 100 companies to entrepreneurs to everything in between. The Crucible’s Gift unpacks the journey a leader takes to become a more authentic leader, starting with their crucible moments.

In addition to writing, James speaks and conducts seminars on authentic leadership, and teaches at the United Arab Emirates University. He completed his Ph. D. in international marketing at the University of Western Australia, and ascended to higher education to work in Philadelphia.

James has led an incredible life all over the world, and I can’t wait for you to hear his story.

“It was in their moments of adversity where they learned the most about themselves, how they dealt with other people, what they needed, and what they could give to other people. Without that adversity, they weren’t able to see the light of those possibilities.”

Dr. James’ tips on cultivating Self Awareness:

• Cultivate mindfulness.

• Even 1 minute per day of quiet breathing per day
• Body scan in the morning

• Ask for feedback: “what do you love, and what would you love to see?”

• You won’t know your own blind spots until something big (negative or positive) occurs

• Investigate your own adversity moments
• Adversity forces you to create awareness.

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“Don’t let fear conquer you; conquer fear. Often, we let our emotional fear make the decisions for us. I think it’s really important that we acknowledge the fear, embrace the fear, but also make the harder choice that’ll make us a better human being.”

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Resources:

• www.DrJamesKelley.com
• Check out Dr. James Kelley’s podcast Executives After Hours on iTunes
• Read Dr. James Kelley’s book, The Crucible’s Gift
• Dr. James Kelley on Twitter: @kelleyjamesb
• Dr. James Kelley on LinkedIn
• Dr. James Kelley on Instagram: @drjamesk
• Dr. James Kelley on Soundcloud
• Episode 21 of The Daily Helping with Julie Reisler
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

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Nick Santonastasso is a medical miracle and a truly wonderful human. He is one of four people alive with the rare genetic condition, Hanhart Syndrome, and has overcome incredible odds to not only survive but thrive. Nick has gone on to become an inspirational keynote speaker, an internationally known bodybuilder, and a fitness model – despite missing both his legs and one arm since birth.

In today’s episode of the Daily Helping, this high-energy youth shares his amazing story, showing people that anyone can thrive if they have the determination and willpower to go after what they want.

He has made cameos on TV shows like “The Walking Dead” and has become a social media sensation, gaining more than 1 million followers on “Vine” in less than a year.

Now, Nick is sharing his experience with people all over the world as a keynote speaker at schools, universities, nonprofits as well as Fortune 500 companies. He is using his challenges to inspire others to push beyond their suffering and live a life that has NO LIMITS. Nick has already helped to inspire such giants as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk.

Nick’s book, Victim to Victor: How to Overcome the Victim Mentality To Live The Life You Love includes twelve personal stories from Nick’s journey, each followed with actionable strategies to consider and apply to your life.

“Your authentic self is the sexiest, most beautiful thing you can be.”

Nick’s thoughts on the power of reframing:

• In your life, are you going to be the victim in each situation, or will you be the victor?
• It’s up to you to decide how each event affects you and how you react.
• Consider that things are happening for you, not to you.

The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

People need to do more things that they love. They need to do more things that make them feel good, and they need to realize: success without fulfillment is the ultimate failure. You can have all the money in the world, but if you aren’t doing something that fulfills you and makes you feel good, there will always be an emptiness there.

Life is all about perspective, and the more perspective you can gain, the more easy and simple your life is. The things that we complain about on a day to day basis - in the grand scheme of life, they aren’t problems or challenges.

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Resources:

• www.BookNickSanto.com
• Read Nick’s book, Victim to Victor: How to Overcome the Victim Mentality To Live The Life You Love
• Nick Santonastasso on Twitter: @nicksanto534
• Nick Santonastasso on YouTube
• Nick Santonastasso on Instagram: @nicksantonastasso
• Nick Santonastasso on Facebook

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Rock Thomas is a rising global phenomenon, impacting millions of lives. He has inspired 72 million people to take action. He’s a successful serial entrepreneur, a Tony Robbins mastery-level trainer, and he created the global, “#iam” movement.

He is the make-it-happen expert, and he’s here to talk to you about transforming your life.

“Once I started feeling more capable of receiving love, felt better about myself, and stopped that inner narrative of beating myself up so much, I realized, ‘jeez, maybe I’d better help some other people do this too.’”

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The Biggest Helping: Today’s Most Important Takeaway

“Most people are struggling because they don’t know what they don’t know. If you’re not getting the fulfilling experience you want from your life, if you’re not happy, not feeling like you’re making a difference, not feeling purposeful or just not feeling like you’re having a meaningful life, then you need to be curious and find something else out. Just keep on grabbing other books, going to different events, talking to new people. I see far too many people settle. Just because they’re a fish, they think that water is the only way to live. Well, there are also animals who live in the desert, birds who fly in the air. A fish doesn’t go, “oh man, that bird’s life sucks.” He doesn’t even know the bird is flying around. So I’m willing to bet that if you’re not where you want to be, there’s something you don’t know. Keep on searching. There’s an answer and a purpose and a meaningful life out there for you.”

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Resources:

• www.RockThomas.com
• Join the M1 Community: www.gom1.com
• Read Rock’s book, The Power Of Your Identity
• Read Rock’s latest book, Your Epic Life Blueprint
• Resource on Facebook
• Resource on Twitter: @rockthomas
• Resource on YouTube
• Get your Personal Helping at thedailyhelping.com/personal-helping

The Daily Helping is produced by Podcast Masters