In this conversation, Zach Bitter shares his journey from being a teacher to becoming a professional ultra runner. He discusses the evolution of his running career, the impact of technology on performance, and the mental aspects of training and racing. Zach emphasizes the importance of motivation, injury prevention, and the transition to ultra running, while also contemplating life after competitive running and his aspirations in coaching and content creation.

Chapters

00:00 From Teaching to Ultra Running: A Journey Begins

05:11 The Evolution of a Runner: Personal Growth and Records

10:22 Motivation and Fulfillment: The Inner Drive of an Athlete

15:23 Chasing Records: The Balance of Competition and Personal Goals

19:58 The Future of Ultra Running: Technology and Personal Ambitions

28:17 Building a Strong Foundation for Endurance Training

32:21 Understanding Race Specificity in Training

34:00 Key Performance Indicators for Endurance Athletes

36:19 Transitioning from Ironman to Ultra Running

38:59 Mental Strategies for Endurance Challenges

40:57 Injury Prevention and Management in Endurance Sports

51:46 Life Beyond Running: Future Aspirations

​Matt Orlić is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Qure Skincare.

In this conversation, Matt Orlić shares his journey from personal motivations for entrepreneurship to the challenges and successes he has faced in building multiple brands. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the evolution of his skincare brand Qure, and the mindset shifts that have contributed to his success. The conversation also touches on the significance of personal branding, the role of stress in growth, and giving back through coaching and community support.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Entrepreneurship

03:25 Early Business Ventures and Lessons Learned

06:14 Brand Building and Market Positioning

09:24 Navigating Challenges in Business

12:23 Innovative Product Development and Marketing Strategies

15:08 Family Dynamics in Business

18:11 Reflections on Risk and Learning in Entrepreneurship

20:51 Trends and Intuition in Business

22:22 The Journey into Coaching

23:33 Creating a Success Mindset

25:17 The Power of Frequency

27:13 Navigating Life Choices

29:06 Building Personal Brands and Business Strategies

32:06 Lessons from Experience: Focus and Concentration

33:45 Future Aspirations

34:46 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs About Wealth

37:13 Stress, Pressure, and Personal Growth

Harper Carroll is an AI/ML engineer, educator, and artificial intelligence advisor.

In this conversation, Harper Carroll shares her journey from acting to AI, her experience at Stanford University and her work at Meta. She discusses the importance of open source AI, the future of technology, and how AI can democratize access to knowledge and opportunities. Harper emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in various sectors and reflects on her personal growth and aspirations in the field.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI and Personal Journey

06:08 Transition from Acting to AI

12:05 Experiences at Stanford University

17:59 Internship and Work at Meta

23:58 Decision to Join a Startup

29:51 Understanding Open Source AI Models

32:28 The Importance of Open Source AI

35:41 Missed Opportunities in AI Development

39:37 Democratizing AI for All

41:43 The Future of AI

44:55 The Question of AI Sentience

48:32 The Road Ahead: AI and Society

Emily Ford is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and personal branding expert.

In this conversation, Emily Ford shares her journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and personal branding expert. She discusses the importance of authenticity in branding, the evolution of her career, and the significance of community in building a personal brand. Emily emphasizes the need for consistency, trial and error in learning, and the impact of visual identity in branding. She also touches on the balance between ambition and personal well-being, and her mission to empower others to change their lives and legacies.

Chapters

00:00 Journey from Struggles to Success

03:13 The Evolution of Personal Branding

07:09 Building a Personal Branding Agency

09:50 The Importance of Personal Branding

10:59 Community Building in Branding

14:25 Starting from Zero: Building a Following

17:43 Measuring Personal Brand Strength

22:22 Controversy in Branding

26:23 Aligning with Your Vision

30:48 The Cost of Leadership and Sacrifice

31:59 Building Relationships and Personal Growth

33:48 The Importance of Visual Branding

37:06 Feedback and Personal Branding

38:45 Healing and Personal Development

43:31 Balancing Ambition and Mindfulness

46:49 Legacy and Generational Change

Steve Trang is a serial entrepreneur, sales trainer, and best known as the founder of the Real Estate Disruptors movement and podcast.

In this conversation, Steve Trang shares his journey from studying engineering to real estate, discussing the challenges and lessons learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in sales, the evolution of his real estate strategies, and the impact of AI on the industry. Steve also reflects on the identity struggles associated with closing his brokerage and his vision for building a leading sales training organization.

Chapters

00:00 Engineering Foundations and Academic Challenges

03:15 Transitioning from Engineering to Real Estate

06:01 Navigating Emotional Intelligence in Sales

09:04 The Evolution of Wholesaling and Real Estate Strategies

12:16 The Shift to Multi-Level Marketing in Real Estate

15:08 The Emotional Toll of Closing a Business

25:00 The Lone Wolf Mentality in Real Estate

26:23 Market Optimism and Economic Predictions

28:28 The Role of AI in Real Estate

31:44 Evaluating Real Estate Deals

33:21 Identity and Transition in Business

37:02 The Importance of Remembering Your Why

37:50 Building a Sales Training Platform

40:41 The Path to Becoming a $100 Million Company

40:50 What Separates Good from Great Salespeople

43:06 Fundamentals of Sales Training

45:36 Taking Risks in Business

47:01 Lessons Learned from Podcasting

Laura Casselman is the CEO of JVZoo and co-founder of Vidastreet, a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, and former Radio City Rockette.

In this conversation, Laura Casselman shares her journey from being a professional Rockettes dancer to becoming the CEO of JVZoo, a leading affiliate marketing platform. She discusses the skills and discipline she gained from her dancing career and how they translated into her business success. Laura elaborates on her experiences in corporate America, the challenges of scaling a business, and the importance of personal branding.

Chapters

00:00 From The Rockettes to Business

03:08 Leadership Lessons from the Stage

06:17 The Evolution of JVZoo

09:10 Understanding Affiliate Marketing vs. Multi-Level Marketing

12:05 Navigating Competition in the Digital Marketplace

14:58 Generational Insights: Business Perspectives Across Ages

18:09 The Importance of Hard Work and Legal Awareness

23:24 Embracing the Journey: No Regrets

24:48 Learning and Growth: The Corporate Ladder

26:07 Balancing Multiple Ventures

31:00 Scaling Challenges: Navigating Rapid Growth

36:51 The Art of Simplification: Teaching Complex Concepts

39:43 Personal Branding: Building a Multifaceted Identity

46:38 Redefining Success

Erik Huberman is the founder and CEO of Hawke Media, a $150 million marketing agency. Under his leadership, Hawke Media has scaled over 5,000 brands and has become one of the fastest-growing marketing consultancies in the United States.

In this conversation, Erik Huberman shares his journey to the founder of Hawke Media, one of the top marketing agencies in the US. He discusses the challenges faced by marketing agencies, the core principles that have driven Hawke's success, and the importance of building a strong company culture. Huberman also delves into the future of marketing, particularly the role of AI, and reflects on the legacy he hopes to leave in the marketing space.

Chapters

00:00 From Real Estate to E-commerce

02:58 Building Hawke Media

05:53 Challenges in the Marketing Agency Landscape

08:55 Core Principles of Hawke's Success

11:54 Lessons from Early Startups

14:52 The Hawke Method

17:59 What Makes a Good Marketer?

21:05 Qualities of a Great CEO and CMO

23:57 The Psychology of Marketing

26:47 Branding Principles: Trust and Consistency

29:44 The Future of Marketing

33:02 Navigating AI in Marketing

35:31 The Evolution of Work Culture

40:34 Legacy and Regulation in Marketing

Alan "The Talent" Belcher is a combat sports athlete and coach, renowned for his tenure in the UFC's middleweight division and for clinching the BKFC Heavyweight Championship in bare-knuckle boxing.

In this conversation, Alan Belcher shares his journey to becoming a professional fighter in MMA and bare knuckle boxing. He discusses the importance of mindset, the challenges of identity and masculinity, and the role of community in personal growth. Alan reflects on his experiences with ego, mental health, and the significance of brotherhood among men. He also touches on the future of fighting and his aspirations to help others through mentorship and retreats.

Chapters

00:00 The Early Days of Martial Arts

02:07 The Journey to Full-Time Commitment

05:53 Navigating Identity and Ego

12:03 The Spiritual Awakening

19:48 Defining True Masculinity

23:38 The Struggles of Modern Manhood

24:38 Transitioning from UFC to Bare Knuckle Boxing

27:30 The Evolution of Fighting Techniques

32:14 Mindset Shifts in Combat Sports

37:35 The State of MMA Organizations

41:32 The Future of Bare Knuckle Boxing

45:35 The Reality of Brain Health in Fighting

50:38 Finding Purpose Beyond Fighting

55:23 Navigating Mental Health and Loneliness

01:02:28 Creating Community

Dr. Anthony Chaffee is a practicing physician and nutritional advocate, known for promoting a carnivore-based diet and challenging mainstream dietary guidelines through science-driven discussions.

In this conversation, Dr. Anthony Chaffee shares his journey to a proponent of the carnivore diet, emphasizing the importance of nutrition in health optimization. He discusses the biological basis for a meat-based diet, the effects of plant toxins, and the significant improvements in health and athletic performance he has witnessed in himself and his patients. Dr. Chaffee also addresses the economic aspects of a carnivore diet, the challenges of transitioning to this lifestyle, and the future of nutrition advocacy against the backdrop of big agriculture and misinformation.

Chapters

00:00 Dr. Anthony Chaffee's Journey in Medicine and Nutrition

06:03 The Impact of Carnivore Diet on Health

11:35 The Shift to a Carnivore Diet: Personal Experience

17:44 Cognitive Benefits of a Carnivore Diet

22:44 Athletic Performance and Nutritional Needs

30:14 Transitioning to a Carnivore Diet for Athletes

33:19 Athletic Nutrition and Performance Adjustments

39:37 Intuitive Eating and Nutritional Signals

50:01 The Ketogenic Advantage in Athletic Performance

57:35 Longevity and Dietary Impacts on Health

01:03:37 The Impact of Industry Capture on Pet Nutrition

01:10:15 Understanding Human Dietary Adaptation

01:17:01 Challenging Big Agriculture and Lobbying

01:22:43 The Future of Nutrition and Health Awareness

Brandon T. Adams is a 2X Emmy® Award-winning producer, media expert, and entrepreneur, best known as the founder of Accelerant Media Group and co-CEO of Big Brand Ventures, where he helps brands grow through storytelling, crowdfunding, and digital media strategies.

In this conversation, Brandon T. Adams shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing his transition from a family business to building a successful marketing investment advisory firm. He discusses the challenges he faced, including near bankruptcy, and how he pivoted to create a multi-million dollar business. Brandon emphasizes the importance of resilience, mentorship, and strategic partnerships in achieving success. He shares insights on crowdfunding, the significance of storytelling in fundraising, and the value of delivering results to investors.

Chapters

00:00 From Family Business to New Beginnings

03:09 The Journey of Resilience and Reinvention

03:26 Lessons from Arctic Stick and Shark Tank

09:07 The Power of Crowdfunding and Fundraising Strategies

12:23 The Importance of Advisors Over Investors

15:10 Building Strategic Partnerships for Success

18:03 The Role of Media in Personal Branding

21:00 Defining Success: A Personal Evolution

23:57 Future Aspirations and Big Brand Ventures