The Instincts PONDcast

Who are you? What do you do? How are you different from the rest of the world?
 
Jose Bennett, more commonly known as the Black Dude with a Spanish Name, is a highly sought-after online brand and course director. He is a father, a god-fearing man, and a previous husband looking for a wife (lol) who helps coaches and speakers better serve their audience by packaging their expertise in a way that resonates with their ideal audience.
 
In this episode, Jose narrates how his life changed after he lost a loved one, especially the part of his story about how he became a course director that is passionate about creating one’s personal brand.

“Your personal brand is already in you. You just find somebody who is gonna be able to pull that thing out.” – Jose Bennett
 

Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Jose Bennett
(00:03:02) What happened on December 8, 2014?
(00:07:46) What do you do, who do you serve, and how are you different?
(00:09:43) “I felt like I saw a celebrity!”
(00:11:38) Authenticity to oneself, and the 3+1 formula for sales
(00:17:06) “When we get the foundation of the brand first, everything else is easy”
(00:24:14) 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.
(00:24:54) Jose and the Eric Thomas & Associates Media team
(00:31:26) “Your free is overpriced!”
(00:34:03) The things that make the big names different
(00:37:37) Three (3) common branding mistakes
(00:42:32) Get a discount for the Course on Courses by using the word “instincts” (gotcourse.com)
(00:45:46) Jose as a cheetah
(00:47:54) Connect with the Black Dude
(00:48:40) Ad: Monetize your message. We believe that everybody has a story but your message belongs to the world.


Key Takeaways:
“Who are you? What do you do? Who do you serve? And how are you different? That’s the iceberg of every personal brand. So figure out who you are, what are your characteristics, your beliefs, and things of that nature. What do you do?” – Jose Bennett

“We got lots of people in the similar lane as us, but once we figure out how we’re different, there’s no such thing as competition; everybody’s in collaboration.” – Jose Bennett


Connect with Jose Bennett:
Website: gotsource.com; https://www.deeperthanthebrand.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/featuring_j...

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.buzzspro...


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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 lifes 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!

Meet Brian Beane: www.BrianNBeane.com

How far are you willing to go to work your way up towards a better life, living life in bliss and abundance, away from your dark and toxic past?
                           

Jason White is a Federal Government Expert, Speaker, Online Coach, and Mentor who helps people start their government contracting journey and create income through government contracting bids. He first started in 2008 but only won his first contract in 2011. Even without guidance, he did it and is still winning contracts up to this date.

In this episode, Jason talks about federal government contracting as he narrates how he reached this level of success after getting out of a toxic environment, and more so – without mentorship.

“If I can teach a 2008 Jason White how to do government contracting who has no knowledge, barely graduated high school, and I could teach him or her or somebody with that type of mindset how to obtain government contracts without those certifications, what’s gonna happen when you actually get those certifications? Now you know the process.” – Jason White

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Jason White

(00:01:11) Epiphany in the toughest: Getting out of the toxic environment

(00:04:19) “I wanted to be the hood star because that’s all I saw”

(00:06:10) The fear behind the no snitching policy: Am I gonna be next?

(00:08:57) Jason as a middle man for government contracting

(00:09:41) You can do it with or without certifications!

(00:10:30) 8a program + solicitations, LLC, and sam.gov

(00:14:40) “I can do this”: No guidance, but ‘IQ’ level is high

(00:18:12) If not for the best, what am I doing it for?

(00:20:32) Rooted in personal growth and self-development

(00:21:58) Two-year thoughts behind the bars of military prison

(00:24:37) Success stories of Jason’s students

(00:26:22) Connect with Jason White

(00:27:02) Jason’s inner animal: The gazelle

(00:29:06) Talking about Jason’s podcast

Key Takeaways:

“If everybody’s for themselves anyway, then I’m going for myself right now. I’m not gonna wait until we all get locked up and then start turning on each other because we did something ‘together’.” – Jason White

“Most people don’t understand or appreciate what they have now so they can’t even envision them having more.” – Jason White

Connect with Jason White:

• Website: https://www.thefederalcode.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasonwhite_/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/i_am_jasonwhite-100241728071224
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaywhitefnln

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 start a podcast but you don’t think people out there would listen to you?
 
Jonathan Jones Speaks is a premiere education motivational speaker. He’s a podcast mentor who primarily works with speakers, coaches, and consultants, showing them how to start their own podcast, use it to build their authority, and get paid for it.
 
In this episode, Jonathan talks about the journey he’s been through – from being labeled in grad school to becoming a sought-after podcast mentor today. Here, he discusses why having a podcast is so popular these days as he shares how he helps people start their podcast through a course he has personally crafted. 
 
“You can be on either side of the equation; there’s no right or wrong. You can start a podcast in your area of expertise, grow your influence, grow your income.” – Jonathan Jones Speaks
 
Topics Covered:
(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Jonathan Jones
(00:01:41) Overcoming the toughest in life: (1) Labeling in graduate school
(00:04:47) All you need is some support!
(00:06:01) Overcoming the toughest in life: (2) No money’s coming in
(00:09:08) “He believed in me more than I believed in myself!”
(00:10:14) A leap of faith: One foot in business and one foot in day job
(00:14:40) 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.
(00:15:21) What is a podcast?
(00:16:19) Life as a full-time entrepreneur: No regrets because of complete ownership
(00:18:18) Podcast as a popular and important genre
(00:21:14) Somebody needs to hear your story!
(00:24:56) Make money with podcasts
(00:31:34) Be the solution provider and you’ll get compensated
(00:34:02) Get Paid with Podcasting Mentorship
(00:37:26) Get a 10% discount by using the link below to register for the course!
(00:38:10) Jonathan as a chimpanzee
(00:39:21) Connect with Jonathan

Key Takeaways:
“We gotta stop hiding our stories. The stats show people want to hear more of our stories. We’re driving the culture.” – Jonathan Jones Speaks

“If you’re in the industry and you’re solving enough problems, you’re going to get compensated. Because at the end of the day, we’re compensated for the rate of the problem that we’re solving.” – Jonathan Jones Speaks

Connect with Jonathan Jones Speaks:
Website: https://www.jonathanjonesspeaks.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JonathanJones...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanjon... 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JonathanJone... 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JonathanJSpeaks
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanj...

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.buzzspro...

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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 would you do when a loved one of yours got on the verge of death a few moments before you took a step to the stage and spoke to the world?

Ronnie McNeir is a member of the American vocal quartet “The Four Tops.” He’s been with them for 22 years, a blessing that changed his life. Ronnie grew up in Pontiac – a place not well-known aside from its crime stories. But even when Ronnie has this side in him that wants him to be feared, still, from deep within, his soft heart will always make him the gentleman that he is.

In this episode, Ronnie talks about his Four Tops journey. From losing his dad to exploring the world of music, he tells us stories that led him to the legend he is today. Sit and back and relax, for you’re in for a treat. Tune in as Ronnie shares how he continued living after his hero’s passing.

“You’ve got to put practice into what you do to make it work for you.” – Ronnie McNeir

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Ronnie McNair

(00:01:33) The Toughest in Life: The passing of Ronnie’s hero – his dad

(00:06:39) Stepping on stage after getting his dad’s blessing

(00:08:08) At 05:08 AM: Behind one of Brian’s best keynote addresses

(00:09:37) “Pontiac is part of me, man.”

(00:11:21) Growing up in Pontiac and being in a minority city

(00:14:22) A gentleman in a genuine gangster and robber

(00:19:48) “I don’t downplay that I’m Four Tops.”

(00:21:10) 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 

(00:22:13) Practice makes what you do work for you

(00:25:04) Not just a space-filler anymore

(00:29:52) TMI: One of the craziest stories of being The Four Tops

(00:32:49) The mind plays tricks on you, and you become its prey

(00:33:52) This place is filled with snakes because…

(00:37:39) Ronnie as a horse and as a wolf

(00:39:04) Came for a visit, as a butterfly

(00:41:21) Words of appreciation for Brian

(00:41:52) Check out Ronnie’s new song: “Understanding” 

(00:43:02) Being asked about Teena Marie: The story behind “Rare Tee”

Key Takeaways:

“Just outright doing each other wrong – people do that all over the world. That’s just the way the world is; the way the world is bad and the way the world is good. It’s up to you which one of them you want to be on.” – Ronnie McNair

“Things happen when they’re supposed to happen.” – Ronnie McNeir

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 lifes 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 would you go to get the healing you know in your heart is achievable as long as you work with the right physician? 

Brian sits down with one of his long-time friends, Sonya Jones to discuss the power of believing in yourself and trusting your inner knowing!

Sonya Jones is a proud founder of Tip Top Health, on a mission to help as many people as possible become the author of their own path to healing. For some, this may sound like an impossible task, but with the right tools, strategies, and resources the impossible becomes possible for all of us. 

In this episode, Sonya shares how she kept going until she found a physician who was willing to work with her on her path to natural healing. It was an exhausting and frustrating situation to be in but that didn’t stop her from moving forward. 

“You gotta have the will to live. I always said to myself, ‘you have to make a stand for something and walk in alignment with it. I kept that in the back of my mind.” – Sonya Jones

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Sonya Jones

(00:01:54) The Biggest Obstacle: debilitating digestive illness

(00:04:48) Overcoming the biggest obstacle in a nutshell

(00:07:32) All-natural supplements: Tip Top Health

(00:12:30) The driving force to getting the message out

(00:14:05) Less than 3% of US adults are healthy, happy, and on track to stay that way

(00:16:30) 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.

(00:18:03) The symptoms of a digestive illness and the 5 doctors' experience

(00:33:53) The silver lining: the right track

(00:39:50) Have the will to live and stand up for yourself

(00:42:20) Mindset Shift: Believe you can heal!

(00:44:36) Trust your own inner knowing

(00:46:40) Being viewing your health through a holistic lens

(00:51:30) Sonya Jones, the chameleon in adapting to change

(00:52:38) Ad: Monetize your message. We believe that everybody has a story but your message belongs to the world. 

Key Takeaways:

“You have to believe that you can heal. You have to believe that you can get there!” – Sonya Jones

“You have to trust your own inner knowing because you’re gonna have people saying things to you.” – Sonya Jones

Connect with Sonya Jones:

• Website: https://tiptop-health.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/sonyatyese

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 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!

Have you ever had a life battle wherein it almost sent you face to face with death?

Death is indeed inevitable, but that doesn’t mean that we should just sit and watch when danger attacks approach.

So join us in this episode as today’s guest shares tips from his own rich experience. 

Remember, threats are everywhere. Tune in to learn how to protect yourself.

Monty Montgomery is a consultant in the safety and security space where he assesses security and safety profiles to help keep companies protected. He’s spent 30 years of his life in martial arts, but just recently suffered from a stroke. And now that he’s recovered, he’s committed to getting back to his routine.

In this episode, Monty narrates how he’s recovered from a stroke as he shares self-defense tips and tricks rooted in his experience as a martial artist.

“It’s just a mindset, and that mindset carries over in all aspects of your life. That mindset says I’m getting through this, whatever this is.”

– Monty Montgomery

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet + Welcoming today’s guest, Monty Montgomery

(00:01:14) Your Words Have Power: Talking about the biggest challenge Monty had to overcome in life, as well as the story on how he got through it

(00:06:21) A Healthier and Better Life: What Monty has been up to from the moment he’s recovered from stroked

(00:08:21) Cause and Effect: Things you should do and should not do in order to protect yourself from stroke

(00:11:17) What Happened: Monty narrates how things escalated on the day he suffered stroke

(00:17:06) Stay and Keep Safe: Talking about the work Monty does nowadays + how his martial arts background helped him do the job

(00:21:06) The Mindset of a True Martial Artist: Sharing that “I’ll take him down” story that happened at the bar

(00:25:58) Trying to Go Through: The psychology and power behind what it’s like for martial artists to be a disruptor

(00:28:29) Preventive Measures for Self Defense: a) Situational awareness

(00:32:20) Preventive Measures for Self Defense: b) De-escalation

(00:35:52) Caught in the Act: Visually confronting your aggressor and letting him know that you know what he’s doing

(00:41:10) Hair Held Captured: Tips on what to do when someone has grabbed you by the hair

(00:43:07) Five animals in Kung Fu and the philosophy and principles behind each one

Key Takeaways:

“This is one of the lessons that I’ve learned – just reengaging those principles that help sustain a healthy life and help us to be here on the planet.” – Monty Montgomery

“Whatever it is that we’re going after, it’s that focused intent that yields the best results.” – Monty Montgomery

“You have to have situational awareness in all that you’re doing. That gives you the opportunity to avoid a situation where you’re the victim.” – Monty Montgomery

“Stay focused on your basics. Keep those principles always a part of everything you do. It’s going to help us to stay here on the planet.” – Monty Montgomery

Connect with Monty Montgomery:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mind_of_monty/

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 

Section 1: Coming to America (A Journey from Jamaica) 

Section 2: “Out of Many - One People “ (Jamaica’s Unity Motto) 

Section 3: Follow The System to Success

Section 4: Have it in Place m, or Leave it to that STATE ! 

Section 1:  Helping Mom’s Dementia

Section 2: Firing the Boss

Section 3: My voice is my gift 

Section 4: Introduction of Revere Men's Care

Section 1: Overcoming An MS Diagnosis

Section 2: The Introduction of WooWoo

Section 3.Building Resilience In Entrepreneurship

Section 4: Preserving Your Emotions

Section 1: Perseverance Power

Section 2: The Consequences of your Actions 

Section 3: The Importance of Self Realization 

Section 4: Death or Deliverance?

Section 5: Accepting & Acknowledging my Healing Hands

Section 6: Change lives through Exultation