The Mike Litton Experience

In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, meet Michael Forman—Air Force veteran, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, networking strategist, and host of his own podcast. From growing up on Section 8 housing to building multiple businesses, leading law enforcement teams, and owning franchises like Ben & Jerry’s and pizza restaurants, Michael’s story is a raw, inspiring blueprint for anyone chasing growth and purpose.

Learn how Michael:

Rose from humble beginnings to become a Master Sergeant in the Air Force

Ran a successful mortgage company and trained others to succeed

Risked his life to rescue children and a dog from a burning trailer

Created networking groups that expanded across state lines

Transitioned from military to business and finally to professional speaker & coach

Whether you’re interested in leadership, entrepreneurship, or learning how to master networking in the real world, Michael breaks it down with authenticity and humor.

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In this unforgettable episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we welcome the brilliant and fearless Leslie Juvin-Acker—a military brat turned international coach, emotional intelligence expert, law school graduate, and author of six published books with more in the works.

Leslie opens up about her incredible transformation from a struggling 17-year-old surviving on her own to becoming a respected executive coach, bestselling author, law student, and now a homeowner in France. She breaks down how emotional intelligence, money psychology, and access to law can change lives—and why the system is designed to keep people uninformed.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Why she walked away from a $300/hour coaching career

The secret system that governs who gets rich—and why

Her journey through a $16,000 online law degree (yes, law school can be affordable!)

The shocking truths about exploitation in American law—and her mission to make law accessible to all

How emotional intelligence and mood engineering can transform your entire life

Check out Leslie’s books, including:

The Money Formula

It Pays to Be You

Engineering Your Mood

Liberation (a spicy feminist romance!)

Bad Laws: How American Legal History Reveals the American Character (coming soon)

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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we sit down with Peter H. Christian—former executive at Crayola, acclaimed consultant, and author of two insightful books: “What About the Vermin Problem?” and “Influences and Influencers”. With over 40 years of leadership experience across powerhouse companies like Crayola and Air Products, Peter shares jaw-dropping behind-the-scenes stories, pivotal career moments, and the real reason he walked away from a job others would kill for.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned executive, or someone looking for inspiration during a life pivot, Peter’s journey from engineer to author and business leader is a masterclass in resilience, strategy, and paying it forward.

Key Takeaways:

How Peter turned a corporate firing into a six-figure consulting business (and got hired back by Crayola!)

The one decision that changed his entire career path

The shocking truth behind a toothbrush factory’s “vermin problem”

How influential mentors shaped his leadership style—and how you can become one too

Check out Peter’s books:

What About the Vermin Problem?

Influences and Influencers

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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we sit down with business coach, faith-driven leader, and marketing strategist BJ O’Neal, who shares how failure, faith, and persistence shaped his journey from entrepreneurial setbacks to building a thriving coaching business.

BJ reveals how he transformed personal hardship into purpose—and now helps others do the same through his turnkey business coaching system. From stories of early business mistakes to working with high-performing clients, BJ opens up about mindset, mentorship, and building a mission-focused coaching model.

Whether you’re an aspiring coach, a business owner stuck in a rut, or someone chasing a God-sized dream, this episode will inspire you to fail forward, get help, and never quit.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why failing is essential for success

How to pray for refinement, not just rescue

The power of asking better questions

How BJ O’Neal built a scalable white-label coaching business

The mindset behind “faith without works is dead”

Why discomfort is the birthplace of transformation

About BJ O’Neal
BJ O’Neal is a seasoned entrepreneur, marketing expert, and founder of a successful coaching platform that equips coaches to launch and scale their businesses with ready-to-implement systems. His work empowers individuals to turn calling into career—with purpose, profitability, and impact.

Ready to launch your coaching business or take it to the next level?
Visit https://www.businesscoachmastery.com

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In this deeply moving episode of The Mike Litton Experience, host Mike Litton sits down with LisaBeth Thomas—a powerhouse entrepreneur, speaker, media consultant, and the inspiring founder of Texas Women in Business and Not On Our Watch.

LisaBeth opens up like never before, sharing her journey from leading one of Austin’s top ad agencies—producing films with stars like Robert Rodriguez and Sandra Bullock—to losing everything: her home, her business, and her mother, all within a few months. But what happened next will leave you breathless—a divine moment on a Galveston beach that reminded her she was the real treasure.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How LisaBeth rose from complete loss to inspire and empower thousands of women.

The founding of Texas Women in Business and its mission of authentic collaboration, not competition.

How her nonprofit Not On Our Watch is saving children from human trafficking through awareness and action.

Actionable insights for parents on protecting kids in the digital age. The real power of vulnerability in leadership, business, and life.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a parent, or someone facing life’s toughest battles—this episode will inspire you to persevere, lead with heart, and never give up.

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In this powerful and deeply human episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we sit down with former British Army officer turned acclaimed author, David Brown, as he takes us on a riveting journey from the front lines of Northern Ireland during The Troubles to the emotional battlefield of personal loss, grief, and renewal.

With over three decades of service and firsthand experience in urban warfare, David shares gripping insights from his second and third books — Hard Rain and The Darkness — and offers a glimpse into his forthcoming fourth novel featuring the complex and resilient character, Bulmer Brown.

Topics Covered:

Urban combat, PTSD, and real-life warfare in Northern Ireland

The political and historical roots of The Troubles

The emotional aftermath of losing a spouse — and finding love again The fine line between duty, morality, and survival

Behind-the-scenes of writing military fiction based on true experiences

This episode is more than just a story — it’s an exploration of courage, loss, and hope. Whether you’re a history buff, a fan of military thrillers, or someone on a personal journey of healing, this conversation with David Brown offers deep insights, raw emotion, and powerful inspiration.

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Welcome to another powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience! In this episode, we sit down with Ben Reinberg — a renowned commercial real estate mogul, founder of Alliance CGC, and the author of the new book, Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times. Ben opens up about his journey from humble beginnings to building a real estate empire, the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and why working on yourself is the foundation for success in both life and business.

This conversation is packed with actionable insights on personal development, employee retention, wealth generation, and how to thrive in uncertain times.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The mindset and habits that drive lasting success

How understanding human behavior can transform your leadership

Proven strategies for investing in commercial real estate

Why being present and self-aware is your greatest business tool

How Ben’s new book is a blueprint for building multigenerational wealth

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https://www.alliancecgc.com

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In this powerhouse episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we sit down with Marv McGuire, co-founder of Hartzell Capital Partners, a military veteran turned real estate mogul who has built a portfolio of over $100 million in multifamily assets and more than 850 units under management.

From hauling appliances in single-family rentals to scaling a passive income empire, Marv shares:

The turning point that led him from burnout to multifamily success

How real estate syndications work and how YOU can invest passively

Secrets to leveraging depreciation and tax law for tax-free income

A jaw-dropping story of how one doctor built a hospital and secured $700K/year—completely tax-free

Why legacy matters and how Marv honors his roots with Hartzell Capital Partners

Whether you’re an aspiring investor, a busy professional seeking passive income, or someone looking to build generational wealth, this episode will open your eyes to the power of strategic real estate investing.

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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike sits down with Brian Gelt—a veteran automotive executive and founder of People-Alytics—to share a real, raw, and inspiring journey from the showroom floor to boardroom strategy.

With over 35 years in the car business, including leadership roles at industry giants like Galpin Motors and Keys Automotive, Brian unpacks what it really takes to build elite teams, drive performance, and lead with vision. He also shares how discovering Predictive Index transformed his approach to hiring, coaching, and business growth—and how it inspired his transition to full-time entrepreneurship.

What You’ll Learn:

What makes a dealership team truly world-class

Key differences between culture-first and performance-first environments

How Predictive Index helped Brian make better people decisions

What it’s like to go from GM to business owner

Why owning your calendar is the ultimate freedom

Whether you’re in sales, leadership, or looking to start your own business, this episode is packed with lessons on people, process, and performance.

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Former General Manager at Galpin Motors and Keys Audi

Founder of People-Alytics

Expert in leadership development, team building & talent strategy

Advocate for using Predictive Index to unlock performance

35+ years in automotive leadership

Transitioned to full-time entrepreneur

Built a thriving consulting business rooted in behavioral analytics

Helps business leaders hire, coach, and grow with clarity

In this powerful and emotional episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we sit down with Keeper Catran-Whitney—a transformational leader, author, and advocate—whose story will leave you deeply inspired.

Keeper opens up about the traumatic experiences that shaped his early life, how silence nearly destroyed his family, and how confronting the truth helped him rebuild bridges and heal generations. His story isn’t just about pain—it’s about resilience, leadership, love, and the power of emotional courage.

From speaking to his son about painful family history, to reconnecting with his siblings, to a profound, unexpected moment with his 95-year-old father-in-law, Keeper shares how his commitment to truth and healing has created a ripple effect worldwide. His message connects across race, gender, religion, and socio-economic backgrounds—proving that transformation begins when we stop protecting our pain and start sharing our stories.

Learn how Keeper built a legacy out of trauma and became a beacon of hope and empowerment for families and communities across the globe.

Website: https://keepercatranwhitney.com
Get the Book: Available now on his website
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