The Instincts PONDcast

In this episode, Plant Based Jeff will share his journey on how to transition entirely or partially to a plant-based lifestyle, which helps him lose weight, get rid of all his medications, and have tons of energy and clarity. Tune in today as we discover the importance of living a healthy lifestyle and learning about the right foods to take to stay well.

"If you change your mind, you can change your life. If you switch your mindset, you increase the paychecks." – Jeff Austin

Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:01:56) Welcoming today's guest, Plant Based Jeff
(00:02:26) What is the most challenging thing Jeff had to overcome
(00:04:05) Starting the personal development journey
(00:05:15) Disease doesn't run in your family; recipes do.
(00:06:53) How unhealthy eating habits lead to depression
(00:14:14) Feed your mind with positivity
(00:15:07) Reality is just your perception.
(00:20:10) Basic things on how to stay healthy #1: Drinking plenty of water
(00:21:42) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. To get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:22:46) Basic things on how to stay healthy #2: The intake of greens is critical
(00:24:08) Basic things on how to stay healthy #3: Help your body detoxify first thing in the morning
(00:26:34) How do we balance our weight with our health?
(00:28:07) Sea Moss: God's gift to the world
(00:30:46) Be a part-time vegan and a part-time plant-based
(00:34:20) You have to understand your body
(00:36:17) Know the root of the problem
(00:36:55) Have enough self-respect and discipline: Do better
(00:38:00) Health is wealth: It is expensive to be sick
(00:39:19) Connect with Plant-based Jeff
(00:40:00) The animal that Jeff relates to the most

Key Takeaways:

"We don't always have steps one through 10 all the time. Sometimes you need to see the first two." – Jeff Austin

"To change your life, one of two things has to happen. Something outside has to come into your life, or something in you has to come out of your life." – Brian Beane

"I had to get my body right because health is wealth. People think it's expensive to stay well, but it is more expensive to be sick." – Jeff Austin

Connect with Plant-based Jeff:
Website: https://plantbasedjeff.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialplantbasedjeff/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedjeff/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrDQF4Khp7xbEnMMxGcpa2Q

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeaneBuzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help others formulate, market, and monetize life's tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac), and many more!

Why is hair so important for women? Why do women wear wigs today?

In this episode, Keena Smalls will share her journey of surmounting the most challenging experience of her life and how an unhealthy environment raises an empowered woman. Tune in today as we discover the life journey of a determined woman who believes it takes determination and willingness to learn from other people's viewpoints to grow.

"And instead of letting myself become a product of my environment in a negative way, I picked up the instincts to survive in an environment like that." – Keena Smalls

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:01:33) Welcoming today's guest, Keena Smalls
(00:02:03) How did Keena surmount the most challenging moment of her life
(00:03:03) Standing differently in an unhealthy environment
(00:04:02) Learning from other's mistakes
(00:05:15) Breaking the cycle: Lesson from a teenage parent
(00:06:52) Where does Keena get her optimistic view of life?
(00:07:55) The Salon owner: How Keena made her life better
(00:10:38) Always be coachable and determined
(00:12:09) Taking work seriously: Don't minimize the gift
(00:12:51) From salon owner to doing wig production
(00:14:48) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. To get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:15:29) A fashion trend: How did using a wig become a norm?
(00:18:05) Why do women cut their hair?
(00:19:46) The perks of salon conversations: Helping each other
(00:21:38) Is there a fear of an employee leaving to start their salon?
(00:22:47) Treat your staff right.
(00:23:36) Support and balance: Do not let your career affect your personal life.
(00:25:43) Why Keena 360?
(00:26:49) Soar high and don't live off the dead things
(00:28:00) The animal that Keena relates to the most 

Key Takeaways:

"Always being a student, staying coachable. And that's been the journey that helped me become more and more developed not only as a stylist but also as a woman." – Keena Smalls

"Sometimes you have to separate yourself and learn how to fly high. It doesn't mean you are looking down on anybody or anything. It just means you're separating yourself from those who have died around you but just haven't fallen yet." – Keena Smalls

Connect with Keena Smalls:
Website: https://keena360.com/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/thebeautyboutique360?_rdc=1&_rdr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keena360/; https://www.instagram.com/gutsweatandshears/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJr4tphhZ2xBgAMgvwl1qog

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help others formulate, market, and monetize life's tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac

In this episode, Dr. Sean Harris talks about how he dealt with homelessness and shares with us how he managed to work his way into a better life by having the right mentality about time and money. Not only that, he also brings his son Caden with him, who then talks about his mission to raise financial awareness and literacy among kids of his age.

“A lot of people say that time is money, and money is time. But that’s two different things... I can lose $50 or $100, and get it back just like that. But I can’t get back the time from when I woke up to right now that you and I are sitting here.” – Dr. Harris

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Dr. Harris
(00:02:02) Dr. Harris’ battle with homelessness and divorce
(00:05:34) Open doors and an open mind: How Dr. Harris survived being homeless
(00:07:15) The breakthroughs that propelled Dr. Harris out of homelessness
(00:22:03) Cash is king but credit is better; the secret is to understand how it works
(00:23:20) Give your children’s future a headstart: Start them off with LOC as early as age 12
(00:24:14) Take advantage of life insurance; it’s for your life and not for your death
(00:29:46) There are many unorthodox investments that make good money. It’s the way to go
(00:32:51) Introducing today’s special guest, 12-year-old entrepreneur Caden Harris
(00:34:49) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. Get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:39:02) Invest and save some of your money. Don’t spend it all in one time
(00:42:14) How Caden’s idea of turning a bus into a classroom began
(00:47:05) Talking about Caden’s Financial Literacy bus
(00:51:33) Connect with Dr. Harris and Caden Harris

Key Takeaways

“We can’t keep on doing what our grandparents were doing and think that we’re going to get a different outcome.” – Dr. Harris

“They should invest some of their money, save some of their money… Don’t put all of your money in one place and spend it all in one time.” – Caden Harris

Connect with Dr. Harris:
Website: https://www.seanjharris.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sean-j-harris-572033175/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seanjharrisspeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigswole4/?hl=en

Connect with Caden Harris:
Website: https://www.cadenteaches.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caden-harris-123a5b200/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cadenteaches/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cadenteaches/?hl=en

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian

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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help other formulate, market, and monetize life’s tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in the North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac) and many more!

 How far can you go for a vision? Are you more than willing to make a difference in a world of challenges and injustice?

In this episode, Des Gray will enlighten us on how she managed to survive and dream big in a third-world country where kids are often deprived of education. Tune in today as we discover the journey of an empowered woman who trusts God's leading in her life as she follows her dreams and be the best in what she's doing.

"You have to grow into life and go through obstacles and changes. But I would say that God had always given me this vision, and I'm doing exactly what God wanted me to do." -Des Gray

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:01:14) Welcoming today's guest, Des Gray
(00:02:37) How Des Gray overcome the most harrowing situation in her life
(00:04:33) Be very cautious of how you invest your money
(00:05:34) Business and friends: Only works if you got good business friends
(00:07:45) You win because you lost
(00:08:48) The struggle of successful people
(00:10:16) What does Des Gray learn: Investing in yourself
(00:12:51) The Celebrity director: Who is Des Gray?
(00:16:42) The first time Des Gray picked up a camera
(00:18:35) Des Gray's eagerness to learn photography
(00:19:21) Be the best in what you do
(00:20:36) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. Get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:21:42) First paying gig of Des Gray: Lil Donald's "Do Better."
(00:24:06) What was it like growing up in Haiti?
(00:26:26) The vision for a bigger life
(00:29:19) How people take things for granted
(00:30:28) Third world countries: Kids don't have time to be a child
(00:31:19) Wealthy in Haiti: Perks of light-skinned Haitian
(00:33:00) Three positive things Haiti taught Des Gray
(00:36:25) Three common mistakes people make behind the lens
(00:38:01) Why are you doing something?
(00:39:23) The animal that Des Gray relates to the most
(00:40:42) Connect with Des Gray

Key Takeaways:

"Growing up in Haiti, if you like skin, your life is better. You get more opportunities, and you have higher education, and more things are given to you." - Des Gray

"I'm doing it because my goal is to shine my lightness on the world that God gave me to shine so I could make a difference." - Des Gray

Connect with Des Gray:
Website: https://linktr.ee/Desgray; foreignmadefilms.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedesgray
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedesgray/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedesgray
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DesGray

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help others formulate, market, and monetize life's tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac), and many more!

Is there still beauty despite our shameful scars? How can we let go of our past experiences that keep on hunting us? 

In this episode, Tanesha West shares the most traumatic experience she has ever had in life and the things that urge her to move forward and be a powerful woman despite being wounded. Tune in today as we discover a sexually abused person's struggles in dealing with pain, anxiety, and anger and how someone can let go of the things that are no longer serving her.

"Every single thing that has happened to me in my life, I'm still grateful for the experience because I know I'm here to help other people too." - Tanesha West

Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:00:54) Welcoming today's guest, Tanesha West
(00:02:26) How Tanesha overcome the most traumatic experience of her life
(00:03:18) Deciding to shut off emotion and keep moving forward
(00:04:35) Quit victim shaming: A factor influencing sexual abuse cases go unreported
(00:06:05) Self-blaming: Tanesha's first response to sexual abuse 
(00:07:18) Speak out on your own or let a close person stand up for you
(00:08:06) Traumatic experiences could lead to bad habits
(00:10:49) How yoga helped Tanesha be alive again
(00:12:25) Not just work out but work within
(00:15:39) The power of the events and human connections
(00:17:37) To go ahead, you have to let hurtful things go
(00:19:03) What forgiveness truly means
(00:20:32) The urge to become a yoga instructor
(00:21:50) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. Get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:22:45) Entrepreneurial confidence: If you build it, they will come
(00:26:00) Some different classifications of yoga
(00:29:16) I am powerful, and I can command anything
(00:30:27) Live life at ease
(00:31:38) Connect with Tanesha West
(00:33:18) Collaboration over competition
(00:34:13) The animal that Tanesha relates to the most

Key Takeaways:

"I would encourage anybody to speak out, and if you can't do it on your own, somebody close to you will stand up for you." -Tanesha West

"They always say not forgiving is like drinking poison and waiting on the other person to die. But then I learned forgiveness is for you; it's not for the person." -Brian Beane

Connect with Tanesha West:
Website: https://poplme.co/iseebeauties; https://goteamup.com/p/4312390-we-do-yoga-too/; 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iseebeauties/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iseebeauties/?hl=en
Podcast: https://bruisedflowerspodcast.com/ 
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy6gWZ1xD1EUCiFdYG9Bfaw 

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help others formulate, market, and monetize life's tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac), and many more!

Can we indeed be able to overcome the agony and heartache of losing someone we love? Is it recommendable to undergo therapy during difficult situations in our lives?

In this episode, Stephen Ricks shares his life struggles and how he was able to thrive despite the death of a loved one while dealing with the difficulties in his marriage. Tune in today as we learn various stories from someone who represents the other side. 

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:01:26) Welcoming today's guest, Stephen Ricks
(00:02:40) How Stephen overcome the most challenging experience of his life
(00:04:33) What were the meaningful therapy milestones you discovered?
(00:06:43) Acceptance: Dealing with the stages of mourning
(00:07:41) Be open to seeing other perspectives
(00:10:05) What is a halfway house?
(00:12:13) How can a person labeled a felon get a job?
(00:15:20) How did Stephen end up being the director of the Federal Halfway House?
(00:18:03) Stephen's Mom Philosophy: Be busy that you don't have time to get in trouble 
(00:20:52) Employers don't care where you got your skill set from
(00:21:45) People send themselves back to prison
(00:24:34) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. Get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:25:15) The dumbest time to violate
(00:26:57) Accountability and responsibility: Be accountable for what we do
(00:31:00) Conspiracy charge: Difference between being innocent and not guilty
(00:32:49) Not a prison but a correctional facility
(00:34:18) Learning how to conduct oneself around the opposite gender
(00:35:25) How things like halfway house breakdown our community
(00:37:06) Struggle of going back home: Be patient and work your way back 
(00:41:50) Even with few options, one can still make the right decision.
(00:42:27) "I'm just fighting what you can fight."
(00:45:48) You can't stop the drug from getting into the room.
(00:46:10) Months of sentence: To control reaction
(00:48:10) The animal that Stephen relates to the most
 

Key Takeaways:

"So sometimes you have to force people to do things even for themselves, like wearing a seatbelt. The seatbelt is for your benefit, but it's mandatory. It's for your protection. So we're the same way; we sometimes have to force you to take a program that we feel is going to be beneficial for you." - Stephen Ricks

"Always be somebody. If you're unwilling to change, we always have a place for you but for those who are willing to come in; you better do something." - Stephen Ricks

Connect with Stephen Ricks:
Facebook: Stephen Ricks | Facebook

Connect with Brian N. Beane:

 Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help others formulate, market, and monetize life's tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac), and many more!

How can someone who lost his limb at an early age still manage to run his race? How can a limiting condition bring about the best in a person?

In this episode, Clint Eastman shares the most challenging experience and how he surmounts each obstacle to discover his life's purpose in the trading industry. Tune in today as we determine the outlook it requires to succeed despite encountering unfavorable circumstances in life.

"I treat my money like manure. If you spread it, you can generate fertilizer, and things will grow. But, if you just let your money pile up, all you got is a stack of shit." - Clint Eastman

Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:01:49) Welcoming today's guest, Clint "D.C." Eastman
(00:02:46) How Clint overcomes the most challenging experience of his life
(00:07:21) How Clint's accident caused him to undertake numerous surgeries
(00:09:53) The accident that occurred amid a busy season
(00:12:35) Be specific with your prayers and goals
(00:14:11) Tearing down the walls between the able and handicap-able.
(00:17:50) How did Clint end up with a prosthetic?
(00:19:22) Defining a person by his being and not through his infirmity
(00:24:00) The ant and the elephant concept
(00:28:15) How did foreign exchange become the focal point in the money game?
(00:32:25) How money's a 24-hour thing
(00:35:50) The trader mentality: It is all about balancing the books
(00:37:22) All money that exists is borrowed into existence.
(00:39:09) The aim of stimulating a depressed economy
(00:43:05) Next generation will pay back today's generation debt in the form of inflation
(00:48:46) The belief system: Currency has value because somebody said it has value.
(00:51:37) Treat your money like you treat your employee
(00:53:15) Have more of the commodity and keep your money moving
(00:54:48) Three common mistakes people in the trading world make.
(00:56:42) Women make better traders than men.
(00:59:53) The mistake of not having a trading plan: Sticking to the rules  
(01:01:30) Losing is part of trading
(01:03:48) What did you look for before you decided that we were going to partner together?
(01:06:00) The animal that Clint relates to the most
(01:08:32) Connect with Clint Eastman

Key Takeaways:
"I learned very early to tear down the walls, tear down the barriers, and tear down the divisions because there is no difference between you and me." - Clint Eastman

"The common mistakes typically that we do is one; we overestimate what we can accomplish in the next six months and then underestimate what we can accomplish over the next two to five years." - Clint Eastman

Connect with Clint Eastman:
Website: https://www.csa5steps.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dc-Eastman/100000005405942/

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help others formulate, market, and monetize life's tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children's Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac), and many more!

How did one who was deeply enticed by the tempting world of casino gambling got his life back by relocating?

In this episode, MattyJ shares the ups and downs of his venture both as an entrepreneur and as a person. Tune in today as we discover the mentality that extracts the positives out of every situation!

“There’s no such thing as a bad situation. It’s just a situation; we just tied the word ‘bad’ to it and made it worse.” – MattyJ

Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, CEO MattyJ
(00:02:26) How MattyJ got lured into the casino life in Vegas
(00:14:40) Why the casino is a bottomless pit trap
(00:18:15) The simple yet powerful reason MattyJ had that caused him to leave Vegas
(00:20:15) What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas
(00:22:32) How MattyJ was able to leave gambling life once and for all
(00:23:46) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. Get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:24:26) Coping is not a bad thing as long as you keep it moderated
(00:26:13) How MySpace helped Matty J spearhead his website development business
(00:30:46) There is no such thing as “bad situation”
(00:35:15) A moment of clarity in the gym
(00:39:26) The relationship between religion and spirituality
(00:42:40) Moment of epiphany
(00:47:42) How and why you should document your growing process
(00:53:16) MattyJ’s framework for documentation and where and how to get it
(00:55:17) MattyJ explains how Turo works
(00:57:41) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. Get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:59:39) Depreciating asset is not an asset; it’s a liability
(01:00:17) How he turned his first car into an asset through Turo, and how he expanded from there
(01:18:47) The animal the MattyJ relates to the most

Key Takeaways:

“There’s nothing wrong with coping mechanisms. People have a negative connotation to this word because they usually bring it up when there’s something negative.” – MattyJ

“I’ve been through so many situations that I understand that there’s going to be a huge blessing in the end, as long as I endure to the end to be able to see it.” – MattyJ

Connect with MattyJ:
Website: http://www.ceomattyj.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattyjade/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CEOMattyJ/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ceomattyj

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help other formulate, market, and monetize life’s tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in the North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac) and many more!

What does it take for a prisoner to become king?

In this episode, Marquell shares how he managed to transcend from being a frequent prisoner to becoming one of the best in what he now does. Be inspired and learn from the king himself on how to ensure success in your business.

“Authenticity. Just be yourself, 100%. You can have a hundred people in the room where everybody teaches the same thing, but everybody will teach it in their own individual way.” – Marquel Russell

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet
(00:01:00) The most difficult challenge Marquel has overcome
(00:02:29) Be in the moment!
(00:03:29) Marquel’s multimillion-dollar revenue generator: Helping clients get clients
(00:04:52) Improve on your business. Know who you want to work with
(00:06:30) Focus and be good on one thing first
(00:09:13) How Marquel found himself in jail and how it set off his awakening
(00:12:38) Going all-in on online network marketing
(00:14:39) Ad: Monetize your message. We believe that everybody has a story but your message belongs to the world.
(00:17:08) The birth of “Make more, work less”
(00:20:36) Marquel’s key to success --- authenticity
(00:24:16) It’s so much simpler if you stay true to yourself!
(00:25:48) Making more in a shorter span of time is easier than making less in a longer span of time
(00:31:02) Have an email list; it is so much better than social media
(00:33:11) Beware of the so-called “gurus”; most of them are fake
(00:35:53) Ad: The Instincts Pondcast is powered by the Instincts training series. Learn to tap into your instincts so you can reach your full potential. Get a glimpse and a free keynote of The Instincts Series, go to https://briannbeane.com.
(00:36:48) How Marquel maintains wholeness and balance between his life as an entrepreneur and as a family man
(00:40:40) Marquel’s marriage advise
(00:43:26) Connect with Marquel Russell
(00:44:26) Talking about Marquel’s honorary doctor’s degree

Key Takeaways:
“Whatever I do, I always went all-in on it.” – Marquel Russell

“No matter how hard you try, you’re still not going to resonate with everybody. You can do your hair a certain way, you can dress a certain type of way, you can talk a certain way, but you’re still going to be something that they’ll complain about anyway.” – Marquel Russell

“Marriage is a personality development course in real time.” – Marquel Russell 

Connect with Marquel Russell:
Website: https://marquelrussell.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ceomarquelrussell/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marquel-russell/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marquelrussell/?hl=en

Connect with Brian N. Beane:
Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com

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About Brian 

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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help other formulate, market, and monetize life’s tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in the North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac) and many more!

Do you want to have that type of confidence that no matter what happens, you know that your dreams and goals in life will soon come to their existence?                                 

Kris Holt is a full powerhouse agency in terms of branding and creative work. Aside from doing photoshoots and commercials for clients’ brands, she also helps businesses and entrepreneurs with a lot of automation work, from sales funnels to social media and their overall systems.

In this episode, Kris shares how her speech impediment never stopped her from becoming one of the baddest business owners in the game. Join us today and embrace your confidence, knowing you can be who you want to be no matter what happens.

“I may not be able to speak fluently, but my work speaks for itself without me having to say anything.” – Kris Holt

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Kris Holt

(00:01:02) From being insecure to loving herself as a whole

(00:02:49) 90% of the deficiencies you think you have can be fixed!

(00:05:05) The work that Kris does now: “You have to look like what you offer”

(00:07:19) Please DON’T: (1) Not investing in your brand, and (2) Not having enough testimonials

(00:09:24) Kris’ breakthrough project

(00:10:42) Most people get folks from A to B, but I get people from A to Z

(00:16:17) Talking about Kris’ husband, her everything

(00:17:48) It’s a different dynamic when you’re married to an entrepreneur

(00:21:27) I am a dreamer, and in my dreams, there are no obstacles

(00:22:50) How sports helped her get the confidence she has now

(00:26:56) I don’t believe everything I see in mainstream media

(00:29:12) Kris’ thoughts and experience of the pandemic

(00:30:26) Future plans around NFTs and the Metaverse

(00:33:56) Keeping the legacy of their late fathers alive

(00:37:17) Kris as a bull: No matter what you say, I’m gonna hit the target every time

(00:39:30) Connect with Kris Holt

(00:40:33) Ad: Monetize your message. We believe that everybody has a story but your message belongs to the world. 

Key Takeaways:

“There is no shortage of money. You just need to perfect your skill set or have a skill set that pays you more. You just need to level up what you’re doing and add more value to make it worth that price.” – Kris Holt

“You aren’t going to make people feel worse if the people around you are on your level.” – Kris Holt

Connect with Kris Holt:

• Website: https://www.krisisit.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekrisholt/

Connect with Brian N. Beane:

• Website: http://www.briannbeane.com/courses
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannbeane 
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannbeane
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrianNBeane
• Buzzsprout: https://theinstinctspondcast.buzzsprout.com 

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About Brian
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After retiring at age 22, Brian became known for his ability to educate thousands in the areas of personal and economic empowerment. He ultimately founded his training company, Mentor to Millions, Inc., became the Owner of The Beane Acres Retreat, and started the Instincts PONDCast to help other formulate, market, and monetize life’s tribulations and turn them into celebrations!

After being voted one of the Top 10 speakers and trainers in the North America in July of 2012, his previous clients include Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, The Federal Social Security and Disability Administration, the Eric Berry Foundation, Communicorp (A division of Aflac) and many more!