The Modern Man Podcast

"Analyze what you are doing. What everybody else is doing out there is wrong, because that would put you average, and to me, averages unacceptable." -Joel Gandar

Joel Gandara is the CEO and founder of Morro Capital, a privately-owned e-commerce apparel company with a portfolio of over 20 brands. But prior to his success, Joel had an extraordinary story to tell. Onboard a small boat, Joel and his family left their homeland and immigrated to the US. As passionate as ever, Joel started his entrepreneurial journey as a young kid selling trading cards, and whatever he sees is a good product. At 16, he was already paying for himself, at 22 he already bought a house, and at 30, Joel was already earning millions in net worth, enjoying his "early retirement", focusing on his family, and doing the things he loves.

How was Joel able to have such great achievements in a short period of time? Before you say "Impossible!", hear out what Joel had to go through to live the life he now has. In this episode, Ted and Joel discuss why having a clarity of desire is necessary for achieving your goals, how to keep burnout at bay and stay focused and motivated, what to do when you feel you can't go on anymore, how to take ownership of yourself and your time, and how to keep the excitement going once you've achieved your goals.

The hardest worker is not always the most successful- the wise one is. As Ted says, "You have a choice to chase the life that you say you want or continue to live the life that you currently have." You will have pain along your journey, that's a given. But you have to choose which pain to take- the pain of discipline or the pain of regret.

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Highlights:

02:52 Nurturing the Entrepreneur Mindset

08:39 Gain Clarity of Desire

13:41 When You Don't Want to Do It ANymore

19:53 When the Goals are Hit

22:18 Take Control of Your Life

29:51 Connect with People

33:03 Recap

"It's not only about how sound influences us to buy, but also how it influences our daily lives because sound is everywhere." -Jodi Krangle

Imagine our world without sounds. That would be hard, even if we do love silence sometimes. Weirdly enough, we can still "hear" sounds when we look at certain inaudible objects such as pictures, gifs, and animations. We can even hear sounds even in our imagination! It's oddly astonishing how these invisible wave disturbances affect our lives so greatly.

Today, sound has taken even more meaning in our lives. It has become a principal part of our daily activities, and for some people, a passion and a career. This week, Professional Voice Over Actor, podcaster, and solopreneur, Jodi Krangle joins us in for another inspiring conversation about creating the life you want to live. Jodi has loved sounds since she learned how to make one. And today, she shares how sound can be your most treasured asset. Ted and Jodi also talked about the business side of building a creative project. Learn the ins and outs and expectations vs. realities of being self-employed, and what values and strategies are needed in order to make it sustainable. If you are prepared for what's to come and stay focused on your goals, there is no way you'll miss the sweet resounding music of success.

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Highlights:

04:17 The Power of Sound

10:12 The First Step

15:06 Charge Your Worth

19:31 Self-Employment: Expectation vs Reality

25:10 Audio is an Asset

32:39 Recap

"Realize with your real eyes that you were made for more. Realize with your real eyes that your purpose is bigger than what you have going on right now. Realize with your real eyes that tomorrow can be and should be better than today." -Bro Rhy

We are living fast in a fast-paced world that's changing so fast. That's overly emphasized but it surely mirrors the state we are in. We've been told to "grind! grind! grind!" but nothing in nature seems to agree with how we live life- not even decay! So, the message is clear and loud: WE NEED TO SLOW DOWN. There has to be a better way to do this, and there is!

This week, Ted sits with "The Inspiration Guy", Bro Rhy to talk about how to match our purpose with our career in the healthiest way possible. We do work hard to provide for our family's material needs, but that doesn't mean we are off the hook in providing for the more important things, namely emotional, psychological, social, moral, and spiritual. Tune in and learn how you can do all that while letting peace dictate your pace, living your purpose, honing your gifts, and creating impact. Rhy also shares how you can use the "camera of truth" and the 3 A's in life to stay productive and make your actions count. Keep your vision alive and realize with your real eyes, then you'll understand how to show up with your heart first.

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Highlights:

01:38 Finding the "Better" Way

09:22 Triple Double

14:32 Impress the Right People

18:04 Get the Right Team

23:10 The Storm Cycle

30:03 Realize with your Real Eyes

39:25 Recap

"Scars- even though they are permanent- it's just a matter of not allowing them to keep you limited in your everyday life." -Cody Byrns

What do burn victims go through? In this episode, Scar Release author Cody Byrns, who is a burn victim himself, relates the events leading up to the most unforgettable accident of his life, how a very small movement made a difference, and his recovery journey after waking up from coma. Today, Cody shares what it means to live an E.P.I.C. life.

Like Cody, our day could start like one of those normal days, then suddenly change for the worst in the blink of an eye. There are things we do not see coming, and even if we do expect them, the pain we will experience may not be something we are specifically ready for. And sometimes it gets worse. But things will look better. Learn how building a support system of positive individuals can help you too, especially in rough times, how to develop a rock-hard mindset on positivity, love and joy, how to embrace your scars, and what juggling can teach you about life. Challenges are a part of life. But remember that it is when the times are tough that the most memorable miracles happen. Tune in and spread the message of hope!

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Highlights:

01:29 Spread the Message of Hope

05:32 It Starts with a Small Movement

12:19 Cling to What's Important

19:34 Scar Release

23:27 Begin Your E.P.I.C. Journey

25:59 Juggle Through Life

29:55 Recap

"The biggest killer for us as people is letting ourselves down." -Scarlett O'Connor

Scarlett O'Connor was forced into being a fighter from childhood. Raised by a narcissistic mom and a mentally ill alcoholic dad, thrown out at 12, became a mom at 16, assaulted by an officer, and many more adversities along the way. But before she could think of giving up, her body surrendered from too much exhaustion. She got into a car accident and ended up in a coma. But after all that she'd been through, Scarlett was able to turn her scars into strength. Her secret? Find out in this week's conversation! Also, discover how to cope with traumatic events, release your emotions, heal your inner self, reframe your mind, and get your power back. The world we're living in has shaped us to be warriors. But even warriors need to heal their wounds. We cannot simply try and forget because the pain will always be there. Tune in and learn how you can succeed in your journey to self-discovery and self-love.

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Highlights:

01:20 Helping People Unleash Their True Self

05:08 The Journey to Self-Discovery

10:54 Where to Find Strength

16:31 The Journey to Self-Love

22:26 Get Your Power Back

26:27 The Biggest Sabotage

30:34 Recap

"It's not about retiring anymore. It's about what's next." -Bill Fairman

A life with only cupcakes and rainbows is like a movie no one would be interested to watch. It satisfies us to watch the main character overcome any obstacle and get a happy ending. Although in real life no obstacle is blissful, we all know that every adversity will only refine and strengthen us. Discover the secret to elevating yourself both in pleasant and in challenging times with Ted and Bill Fairman, co-founder of Carolina Hard Money. Ted and Bill discuss the importance of being in charge of your life, pushing through obstacles, living with intention, having the right attitude towards investing and in life in general, replacing your active income with passive income, and freeing up your time for the things and people that really matter. Greatness does not care about your age, gender, or background. It only requires a willingness to step up. So, go forth for you still have bigger things to do!

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Highlights:

01:27 Riding Out the Storms

07:07 There Are No Straight Lines

11:42 You Can Control What You Can Control

18:00 Live with Intention

22:30 Where Time is Best Spent

27:37 Recap

"If we all start following our own individual hearts, we can't lose." -Chris Marhefka

A job has just opened! If you're feeling unfulfilled and unhappy or maybe you feel that there is more beyond you, this job is totally for you! This job is called: becoming the best version of you.

Many people look successful on the outside but lack that inner peace and satisfaction. But this does not have to be true about you! This week, we're going on a training camp with Training Camp for the Soul CEO, Chris Marhefka. Chris had been an achiever, always following the plans and completing the plans. Regardless, he still felt something big was missing in his life. Fortunately, Chris has learned to break away from ingrained beliefs and rewrite his story. In this episode, Ted and Chris talk about the very fragment needed to help you have more control over your life, walk your own path, and set a model for others. They also discuss how to get the most out of all the information we are bombarded with every day, and how making yourself 1% more uncomfortable can benefit you in the long run. This world has conditioned us to move at a fast pace, which is contrary to how we are designed. We are meant to enjoy life and cherish every moment. Slow down and you'll find that life was only waiting for you to give attention to it.

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Highlights:

02:57 Breaking Apart and Building Up

09:20 The First Stage of Change

13:20 Choose Your Own Path

18:48 Slow Down on Information Consumption

25:44 Choose What to Listen To

31:36 Slow Down Your Life

37:27 Recap

"We want to fly safely in a way that we're not going to kill ourselves, but that we will be proud of what we've done. And the first step is generating that possibility." -David Wood

We are all afraid to take risks! That's how our reptilian brain is wired. But believe it or not, we are taking risks every single day of our lives. Crossing the street, driving your car, making decisions, and even cooking your meals- everything presents risks. In life, however, there are bigger risks we have to take to get to where we want to go. But the first step is to make sure we are taking "good" risks. Well, how do we know we are taking the right risks?

In this episode, Ted sits with David Wood, founder of Focus.CEO. Learn how you can stretch yourself and find your edge, play the bigger game, and generate possibilities for yourself. Ted and David also share mental hacks and exercises they do to "befriend" the fear of leaving your comfort zone. David also talks about his upcoming book, "The Mouse in the Room". We've heard about the elephant in the room, but what about the mouse? And what could naming it enable you to do? Sounds intriguing enough? Tune in and join the conversation!

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Highlights:

01:32 Learning About Vulnerability and Emotions

07:07 Embrace the Risk

11:31 An Exercise to Overcome Fear

15:11 The Benefits of Stretching Yourself

20:11 How We Create Our Experiences

25:10 What It's Like to Have Anything

28:16 Name the Mouse

33:10 Recap

"When you're in the moment, the serendipity of life happens so much more." -Braden

Braden Wallake went from being a college dropout to a B2B company CEO. How? He was not willing to sacrifice the fun of life to build his wealth. He held on to what ignited his passion despite a series of failures and disappointments. Eventually, he was able to craft a lifestyle that makes him happy and fulfilled. This week, Ted and Braden discuss why you should not allow a college degree to be the end of your learning, the value of commitment, and the importance of developing real-world skills. Braden also shares life lessons from their furry friend and Chief Fun Officer, Roscoe. Break the autopilot, live your life!

If your passion for something is lacking, you are definitely not made for that lifestyle. Tune in and discover the key to an amazingly fun life!

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Highlights:

02:55 From College Dropout to a B2B Company CEO

08:03 Enjoy the Journey NOW

13:42 The Value of Commitment

19:42 Live in the Moment

21:46 Specialist vs. Generalist

24:08 A Lesson from the Chief Fun Officer

31:01 Recap

"It's so easy to be consumed with what's coming up tomorrow… Dogs live in the moment, that's all they're capable of doing. I think that brings real peace-- Being here, we're safe. Right now, we are all okay." -Caroline Rose

As active as she was, Caroline Rose never thought that life could take a turn the way it did. Their anticipated trip to Mount Kilimanjaro suddenly became her worst nightmare. As a young 27 year old, the thought of having an incurable stage 4 cancer is the end of life. But she found hope and healing from her family, nurse Jan who went beyond her duties, and Riley, a very special dog that taught her that life is still worth living. Listen in as Ted and Caroline share valuable lessons about love, trust, connection, living in the moment, and overcoming adversities with hope. We all hide a pain in our hearts. And in that moment, we think that giving up is the only choice we have. This episode leaves you with the truth that we can still find beauty amidst the mess.

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Highlights:

00:59 Passionately Spread Hope

04:41 Coming to Terms with Reality

10:53 Everyone Has Something

15:17 What is Hope?

18:03 Live in the Moment

21:34 Dear Riley Rose

22:47 Recap