The Lion's Den For Business Men

By The Lions Pride, Robert Mallon & Bill Watkins

The Lion's Den for Businessmen gives high-achieving men in their prime, or "Lions," tips, strategies and stories to inspire and encourage them toward a more extraordinary life.

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February 22, 201682: The Simple Trick for Maximizing Your Daily Productivity
Are you getting the most out of your days? And are you giving your all to every day? Unless you practice Segment Intending, chances are you don’t.The good news is that you can do more! Segment Intending is a simple process of recognizing the different parts of your days and mentally preparing for each part to maximize your effectiveness.

In today's episode of the Rusty Lion podcast, my partner Bill and I (Robert) reveal the simple steps you can take to increase your productivity, not only on a professional level but also in your life in general, to create positive changes in your reality. Tune in to learn how to get everything you want out of each part of your day.

Roar and Takeaway
“Clarity of thought and being intentional will attract what you want into your life” via @RustyLionAcadmy (Tweet it out!)
“You have to make a change in your thinking to get any change in your life whatsoever” via @RustyLionAcadmy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into the episode now to hear Bill and me (Robert) talk about:
The real meaning of “intention” and how most people misunderstand this key word.
The steps you need to take to maximize the POSITIVE influences in your world.
How to focus on what is needed NOW and draw your power to it.
How to help others (especially your employees) get on board with YOUR intentions and how WE do it. (Hint, two words: Zoo Party!)
How to recognize the end of one task and the start of another to prevent intention-blurring overlap from happening.
How to: Want it, see it, make it happen!
How to leave your dragon at the workplace! (Because the home is no place for dragon fighting—or any fighting!)
How to plug into your REALITY and achieve progress.
The incredible mental benefits of VERBALIZING the segments of each your day.
Why it’s NEVER random and how to maximize the purpose of each segment.
The RIGHT WAY to want something. (Yes, there's a wrong and right way…)
Why you should strive to have a super strong internal locus of control (and what that is!)
How to stop denying your awesomeness!

Resources mentioned:
The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson
Goal Worksheet from The Lions Den
Segment Intending Worksheet from The Lion’s Den
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39min
February 18, 201681: How to Find and Maximize Your Highest Purpose, with Steve Rodgers
Ever wished you had someone who could show you how to understand and maximize the inner workings of your company? Or maybe how to find ways to increase profits while creating more happiness, joy and fulfillment in business and life? Well, wish granted!

Today young lions we’ll hear from Steve Rodgers, the founder of Alchemy Advisors and a leader dedicated to helping others find, maximize and increase their highest good and purpose in life and business. Steve has served as President/CEO and co-owner of the Real Living Lifestyles real estate franchise with an annual turnover of $25 billion!

Join me (Robert) on today’s podcast to hear about Steve’s journey from the restaurant industry to a career spanning more than 25 years in real estate. Find out how Steve can help you make the best of your journey to transition into an entrepreneur.

Steve’s Roar and Takeaway
“I use the No Fear Approach - working through that terrifying fear is empowering” @srodgerstoday via @RustyLionAcadmy (Tweet it out!)
“An extraordinary life means having the freedom to be yourself at your highest level” @srodgerstoday via @RustyLionAcadmy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into this episode to hear Steve talk about:
Why you should live every day to its fullest – while you work hard AND play hard. [2:03]
Why you should be CURIOUS! And why it’s good to try something else on your days off. [6:16]
Discovering your claim to fame, BUT only if you can do this… [7:20]
How you can be the youngest person on the team and a little naïve, but still lead the team EFFECTIVELY. [10:04]
How communication can bridge gaps to create respect and strong relationships with ANYONE around you. [13:29]
Why you should view your goal and articulate that vision CONSTANTLY. [16:01]
How to get on the path to success and stay in YOUR ELEMENT – and why you should always be learning. [19:46]
It’s not what happens – it’s how you handle it! [26:22]
The TWO lists you MUST make today and how they may surprise you. [28:45]
Why meditation and spirituality are important, and the peace it brings you. [30:51]
The PERFECT gift to give YOURSELF. (Also amazing for your family and your business!) [35:20]
The paradox of being FREE to be yourself at your highest level and the importance of routine and DISCIPLINE (and how to do both). [39:50]

Books and Resources mentioned:
The Plantpower Way by Rich Roll and Julie Piatt
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Lead to Gold: An Entrepreneur’s Journey to Transition and Transformation by Steve Rodgers
Brian Tracy: Entrepreneur, Professional Speaker, Best Selling Author.
Triggers: Creating Behavior That Lasts—Becoming the Person You Want to Be by Marshall Goldsmith

How to contact Steve
Read his blog right here.
Visit his Alchemy Advisors website to start your transformation journey.
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50min
February 15, 201680: Bedtime Routines for Successful Business Leaders
Fact: If you’re not sleeping well, you are underperforming. So tell me, do you get enough sleep, Young Lions? Oh let me guess, you’re one of those people that don’t need a lot of sleep. Right? Wrong! We’ve heard that excuse from nearly all our clients, and we can tell you with almost absolute certainty: it’s never true.
On today’s episode of The Rusty Lion Podcast, my partner Bill and I (Robert) will show you how to change your sleep patterns and create bedtime routines (storybook not included) that guarantee morning success. Remembered when help you launch yourself with our “Warrior Mornings”? Well, now it’s time for the eagle to land!

Roar and Takeaway
“A good night’s sleep and a bedtime routine help improve not just your day but your entire life” via @Rustylionacademy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into the episode now to hear Bill and me (Robert) talk about:
Why you NEED to start EXPERIMENTING with your sleep. (Forget EVERYTHING you ever heard about “good sleep.”)
How to reduce your stress levels by nearly 70% in just 6 minutes before bedtime!
How screens play tricks on your brain and what you need to do before bed!
Why you might want to stroll to bed. (I just hope you have a long corridor…)
Meditation: You heard about it but have you tried it? (We have the right tool to help you!)
The power of being creative before bed or even planning the next day.
The extraordinary powers of reflection and how to harness them.
What a sleep cycle is and why you need to know yours.
How to stop SHOOTING yourself in the foot. EVERY. SINGLE. NIGHT.
What Bill’s doctor suggests for a good night sleep!
Why you should optimize your environment for sleep and how.

Books and Resources Mentioned:
Weekday Warrior Mornings video training in The Lion’s Den
Eleven Rings by Phil Jackson
Withings Aura Smart Sleep System
The Calm App on iTunes
Get organized with Trello
Michael Hyatt’s 9-part Sleep Ritual
doTERRA Essential Oils
Melatonin supplement recommended by Bill’s doctor: Kavinace Ultra PM by NeuroScience
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31min
February 11, 201679: How to Hustle Your Way to the Top, with Rick Martinez
Important Question: Are you hustling your way to the top or overworking yourself to the ground? As many young business owners find out the hard way, being busy doesn’t always mean making progress on the things that matters most unfortunately.

The cure? Knowing how to hustle!

Rick Martinez is the founder and CEO of Life Pivot LLC, a company that helps young entrepreneurs grow in a responsible, ethical, and authentic way. Tune in to hear how Rick, a “city boy” and 2014 Ironman Arizona finisher, transitioned from a sheep herder to a Registered Nurse (RN) to a lifestyle entrepreneur. He currently teaches entrepreneurs and hustlers how to make money doing what they love, so if you’ve been looking for ways to fatten your wallet lately, you’ve found your answer!

Rick’s Roar and Takeaway
“Risky decisions are what make the Lion. If you have heart, soul and drive, it isn’t risk; it’s the natural next step” @purposehack via @rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)
“Success and rest don’t sleep together” @purposehack via @rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into this episode to hear Rick talk about:
How to recognize the positive aspects of ANY job and take them with you on your life’s journey. [2:00]
How sheep can get you hustling! (Say whah?!?) [2:38]
How to cut out the middle man and profit. [4:35]
Why you shouldn’t be afraid to think outside the box and promote yourself. [5:22]
How YOU can take that leap and grow from a one-man show to over 600 strong, like Rick did. [9:10]
You have a gift. Learn how to share it with the world. [10:12]
The one principle you need to understand to turn RISK into ACCOMPLISHMENTS. [10:52]
The importance of rewarding YOURSELF — Get that watch! [13:16]
How to ANTICIPATE your business growth and cash flow to minimize your SCARS [14:02]
The importance of having a MENTOR (and why you should be looking for yours). [17:07]
How accidents can transform your business and life through POSITIVE change. [18:24]
Why the way you start your day IS important, and how to feed your INNER hunger and be on the prowl every day. (Bullet-proof coffee recipe revealed!) [24:18]
Why it’s ok to cry about a bad day. (And what you need to to AFTERWARDS.) [25:40]
Why you shouldn’t just work on your business, and what else you should be working on. (Hint: It’s NOT more work!) [28:14]
Why faith is the key to everything. [32:50]

Books and Resources mentioned:
The movie The Lion King
The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien

How to contact Rick:
Find all the information about his 6-week training course on how to create, manage and grow your business on the dedicated website.
Connect with him on Twitter
Visit his website.
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36min
February 08, 201678: Terminating an Employee And the Anxiety That Comes With It
You must terminate an employee. Today. No excuses. Is just imagining that scenario causing you anxiety, Young Lions? Well, say NO MORE! We know a lot about how much stress, fear, and uncertainty the procedure of firing an employee can cause business owners. But it doesn’t have to be that way! You see, as Rusty Lions and professional coaches, we also know that most people mess things up because of how much they hate this procedure and wish they could avoid it.
On today’s episode, Bill and I (Robert) go over how to properly let go of an employee through a method that leaves nothing to luck. We’ll give you a script you can use—the same one WE use, in fact—that eliminates both the anxiety AND the emotional factor that trips so many well-meaning bosses up.
Roar and Takeaway
“Stay calm and treat the ex-employee with respect. What you give is what you get” via @Rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)
“When you follow the right process, firing someone should never come as a surprise to them” via @Rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into the episode now to hear Bill and me (Robert) talk about:
How WE MAJORLY SCREWED up firing our first not-so-ideal employees. (Oh boy…. Are you feeling the pressure we felt back then, Young Lions?)
Why firing someone could be GOOD for THEM! (And how to bring this positive aspect of the process to surface, Rusty-Lion style!)
The 4 quick steps that will make your life easier, save you time and money, and remove a lot of the problems around firing someone.
We have what you need! (Tool: Free training to remove most of the stress involved in firing someone)
The importance of WRITTEN RECORDS and EVALUATIONS! (Plus, a super-easy system for keeping everything you need right at hand and on track.)
Why you MUST learn the words “This is a verbal warning” if you don't enjoy constant headaches.
What can YOU do when the employee refuses to sign the warning?!
Why you should give BAD employees a PAID day leave! (Yup, you read that right. BUT… don’t let them take advantage!)
The script you’ve ALWAYS wished you had: How to let someone go, from start to finish! (Tested by us personally)
What about everyone else? What to do and say to the rest of your employees when you're letting someone go.
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31min
February 04, 201677: Business Credit and Funding Solutions, with Ty Crandall
Does your job fill you with passion, love, and creativity? If you shrugged your shoulders and thought “it’s a job,” you need to listen up! The most important key to success isn’t simply doing what you love, but also LOVING what you do. Minor shift, huge difference. And apparently, accounts and finance can bring such joy and love to the life of someone! And that someone has some solid advice to give you!
Today we’ll hear from Ty Crandall, a world-renowned speaker, author, and podcast host. He’s a business credit expert with 16 years of financial credit experience specializing in credit building, credit scoring and business credit repair and the author of 2 books: Perfect Credit and Business Credit Decoded. As the current CEO of Credit Suite, he’s helping to build one of the biggest business coaching operations in the US.
Join me (Robert) on today’s podcast to hear Ty’s amazing journey as a small town boy from Elwood, Indiana, through his many travels and diverse jobs that have led him to become the huge success he is today.

Ty’s Roar and Takeaway
“Every single one of my successes has come off the back of a failure” @TyCrandall via @rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)
“The epitome of an extraordinary life is knowing that I want to work, and not that I have to work” @TyCrandall via @rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into this episode to hear Ty talk about:
His fun childhood and his LOVE of work – even as a small boy. [3:55]
The life lessons you can learn from EVERY job and why waiting tables is IMPORTANT! [6:04]
Why self-discipline is a MUST and how the Military provided this and more! [7:06]
Feed that desire to learn - how to find what you excel at! [11:23]
It’s all about that FIRST contact – so make sure you put yourself out there! [13:47]
Why you should focus on what you CAN control and maximize it! [15:44]
REAP the benefits: how to learn what people want and how to GET IT for them! [20:34]
From car sales to mortgages – and why that’s a natural progression. [23:33]
How to turn your LOSSES into opportunity. [25:08]
Why you should know your end goal and overcome the three fears. [27:59]
How the lowest part of your life can drive your future successes and the KEY to safeguarding your business and life. [30:27]
The time most business people FORGET to plan and why you SHOULD fall into that same trap if you want to fund true success! [35:20]
Mind, body and soul, and the importance of SYNERGY. [36:35]
How to become the AUTHORITY in your space and the obvious choice for your customers. [39:55]

Books and Resources mentioned:
Extreme Ownership by Leif Babin and Jocko Willink
Mindset by Carol Dweck
Perfect Credit by Ty Crandall
Business Credit Decoded by Ty Crandall

How to contact Ty
Watch his videos on building your business credit on his YouTube channel: Credit Suite.
Get all his best tips and insights by visiting his website.
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45min
February 01, 201676: Why You SHOULD(N’T) Start a Business (and How)
If you’re wondering how to start a business, I want to stop you right now: Have you figured out “why” yet? (Hint: “Money” is NOT an answer.) This is a topic we discuss with ambitious entrepreneurs on a weekly basis, Young Lions, and wanted to give you some insight into the real world of business building. And our first tip is that the “WHY” of the business is FAR more important than the “HOW.” That’s because without the why you’ll never be able to find the how, and that pretty much guarantees failure.
Not sure what that means or how to find YOUR why? Join me, Robert, and my partner Bill as we explain the greatest (and most terrible) reasons to start your own business. We reveal how to discover if your WHY is a good starting point or not so you don’t fall into the 80% of small businesses that fail each year!

Roar and Takeaway
“The WHY, helps you form the HOW of your business” via @Rustylionacademy (Tweet it out!)
“The more you sweat during preparation, the less you’ll bleed when your business starts” @Rustylionacademy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into the episode now to hear Bill and me (Robert) talk about:
The WHY that reveals the HOW. Can’t start a plan without a purpose!
How to bust through the cap and limitations YOU’ve (unknowingly) placed on your income.
How to discover your REAL MISSION in life.
What telecommunications, transportation and Amazon have in common that you can have as well to increase your chances of success.
The WHY that causes most small businesses to FAIL, and HOW YOU can avoid that.
Why you SHOULDN’T start a business if you like to call the shots.
224,000 dollars in debt on 24 different credit cards (Yikes!): Why having your own business will NOT make you millions (right away).
Why PASSION, MONEY and an AMAZING IDEA are NOT all you need. (You’re missing the most important ingredient!)
The number one reason you SHOULDN’T start a business. (And how to surpass it.)
The 6 Ps of business making that we make EVERY SINGLE business owner working with us go through. (Get ready to take notes! This is premium stuff!)
Want to join our Group Coaching and build or grow your business WITHOUT screwing up your life (or your sanity!)? Get in touch right here!
Did YOU leave this rating for us? :-)

Books and Resources Mentioned:
Good to Great by Jim Collins
Join our Group Coaching and build or grow your business WITHOUT screwing up your life (or your sanity!) by getting in touch with us right here!
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33min
January 28, 2016 75: How toBe Intentionally Passionate With Success, with Mark Cole
The secret to success: Be intentionally passionate.

That’s t the #1 ingredient to“making it” according to Mark Cole, my guest on the Rusty Lion Podcast today. Best part? He’s living proof of that. Mark breathes and lives what he believes and teaches.

Mark has more than 25 years of leadership and team development experience, which uniquely qualifies him tobe the champion of the John C. Maxwell brand. With a passion for leadership development and organizational growth, he’s committed to adding value to individual leaders and leadership teams.He serves as the CEO of all five Maxwell Organizations and launched his own consulting firm, the IRON League, which provides leadership advice to various high-level organizations.

Today, he sits down with me (Robert) to reveal his biggest secret to his success. The advice you’llhear today is guaranteed to transform your lives, Young Lions!

Mark’s Roar and Takeaway

- “Don’t miss the importance of TODAY for the HOPE of accomplishment tomorrow.”@jMarkCole via @Rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)

- “People care about what you are doing, not what you’ve done” @jMarkCole via @Rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into the Episode to hear Mark talk about:

- His journey from a $75-a-day worker with JohnMaxwell to becoming the CEO. (Of ALL 5 companies!!!) [02:37]

- The genes for doing it all! [07:01]

- How to follow the feeling of“destined of more”to fruition - the Mark Cole way! [09:47]- The greatest weapon and enemy of Young Lions. (If Mark could, he’d implant this inall of you!). [12:40]

- How to tune into the mindset of success, no matter what your current situation. (Plus, the crazy story standing upTO the company President on the softball field and howthat changed his life.) [14:50]

- The wisdom he learned directly from John Maxwell, the day he became CEO. [18:45]
- How tore-evaluate and make sure you always remain RELEVANT. [21:16]
-His unique “Think Time” techniques that help him see the big picture to success. (So easy anyone can do it!) [23:29]

- How he found out the hard way about the MOST IMPORTANT THING you need to do BEFORE introducing a big decision that makes the all-important difference between a tough road ahead and easy sailing towards goals. [26:14]

- The 2-day ritual he does EVERY YEAR that set the magic of INTENTIONALITY into motion for accomplishing his goals. [32:26]

- Why it’s NOT JUST about loving what you do! (And what else isit about?) [35:49]
- How he ELIMINATES negative mindset in just 3 MINUTES with his band of brothers (and why you should start doing this also!) [41:12]

- The TRUE art of delegation. And the one thing nearly EVERYONE misses about good delegation. [44:44]

- The EPITOME of intentional through the 12-memories process. [46:29]

- His most importance advice to YOU! [51:32]

Books and Resources Mentioned

- Intentional Livingby John C. Maxwell -Lincoln on Leadershipby Donald T. Phillips

- Everything you need for Intentional Living.

How to contact Mark:

You can visit the website JohnMaxwell.com Email him directly at [email protected]
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54min
January 25, 201674: The Cost of Being Busy Vs. Productive (and How to Avoid It)
Busy doesn’t mean productive. In fact, busy probably mean unproductive.
The misconception of staying busy is ripe within our world today. As the saying goes, “Do something or get out of the way!” But what happens when the best thing you can do is do nothing? Believe it or not, taking a deep breath and a long pause, taking the time to reflect and plan ahead, will make you more productive than running around like a headless chicken completing random tasks one after the other.
So if you’re really busy right now, listening to this podcast while also doing something else, making sure you are always moving and getting things done… simply STOP!
Stop right now! Go make yourselves your favorite beverage and sit down. Focus on what my partner Bill and I (Robert) will share with you today. Then take the time to reflect on it by looking at your notes when the episode is over, and you will quickly realize why being busy doesn’t mean being productive.

Roar and Takeaway
“You must be very intentional on spending a specific amount of your time on your essential priorities” via @Rustylionacademy (Tweet it out!)
“Don’t avoid strategic thinking by being busy” via @Rustylionacademy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into the episode now to hear Bill and me (Robert) talk about:
Why endless hours at work don't equal being effective and productive.
The difference between time and priority management. (And which one actually MATTERS)
The disease and addiction of staying busy. (Learn how to battle it with our FREE training videos!)
How staying idle can help you get MORE done (and when).
How to free up more than ONE hour from your schedule EVERY DAY in just 30 seconds!
How to get rid of the MONKEYS on your back and PREVENT new ones from climbing on. (It might sound bananas, but you’ll be thanking us later!)
The pastor who grew his flock from 500 to 35,000 people, by doing LESS WORK. And how you can do the same!
Are you too BUSY at work to take care of HOUSE? You shouldn’t be. Here’s how.
How to PLAN for the unexpected. (Sounds impossible, but we have a trick for ya!)
How to help others stop being busy by ending meetings with 4 powerful productivity steps.
Bad goals, no help and no accountability. Our twelve member coaching group is here to change all that. Learn how you can join us!

Books and Resources Mentioned:
Life Hacks 1 and Life Hacks 2 FREE video trainings. (No access? Just sign up for your free Lion’s Den account and you’ll be good to go.)

The 3 Biggest Differences Between Being Busy and Being Productive from Inc.com

The New One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard

Next Generation Leader by Andy Stanley

Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson
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36min
January 21, 201673: Build, Start, and Create New Businesses, with Christopher Small
Today young Lions we will hear from Christopher Small: A lawyer, marketer, entrepreneur and business strategist who broke away from the “norm” to find his own way to success. Chris is the owner of Emerald City Law Group Inc. and the founder of the “Law Firm Marketing Mastery” Podcast and the “Art of Lawyering.”

You too can maximize your marketing and guide your business to success the way Christopher has. Join me (Robert) on today’s episode of the Rusty Lion Podcast to learn how Christopher built his business, how he overcame hurdles and kept going, and why he isn’t afraid to start something new!

Christopher’s Roar and Takeaway
“To talk about success you have to acknowledge things that didn’t work out” @csmall via @Rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)
“Only live for quality-10 moments!” @csmall via @Rustylionacadmy (Tweet it out!)

Tune into the Episode to hear Christopher talk about:
What spurred him on to choose to study law and create his LEGACY! [3:14]
How your friends can be a positive influence on the change you seek to make. [4:27]
Why you don’t have to know people to start your business. (No excuses!) [7:52]
How you can learn more working for a small firm and why hustling is good! [9:08]
Why you shouldn’t let your fear stop you (and how!). [11:35]
How disappointment can lead to “mastery” when you know this one trick. [13:09]
Why you really are NEVER too old to change – make the leap and be proud! [16:54]
Why the 7-year itch is great for business! (and when should you scratch it?) [20:00]
How to stop worrying about what your life “should be” and make it what you WANT it to be! [23:50]
How to live in the moment and strive to make each day the best. [26:21]
The 3 FREEDOMS you need and how they matter in your life. [27:27]
The importance of READING that book! [32:58]
Find your FUN. (Hint: it’s not work!) [33:57]

Books and Resources Mentioned
Entrepreneurial DNA by Joe Abraham
The Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale
The Slight Edge by Jeff Olsen
Scientific Advertising by Claude Hopkins

How to contact Christopher
Visit his website
Connect with him on Facebook or twitter
Or call him directly on 206 601 2545
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40min

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