What’s it like to grow up with one of the most influential personal development leaders in the world as your father, and still carve out your own voice, impact, and legacy?

In this episode of The Richard Brooke Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Brian Proctor, son of the legendary Bob Proctor, to talk about his new book, 12 Easy Steps to Change Your Life, and the lessons he learned growing up in a household where mindset and possibility were a daily practice.

Brian opens up about the responsibility and inspiration that came from being Bob Proctor’s son, how his father’s teachings shaped his own path, and why he’s on a mission to help people create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. He also shares insights from his first book, My Father Knew the Secret, and dives into his Proctor’s Principles Course, a transformative program designed to help you apply timeless success principles to your own journey.

You can learn more about Brian’s work and enroll in Proctor’s Principles here: https://www.brianproctor.com/pre-launch-2025.

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What happens when your first mentor is Jim Rohn… and you become president of his company by age 25?

In this episode of The Richard Brooke Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Don Hobbs, speaker, business strategist, and one of Realtor® Magazine’s “Top 25 Most Influential People in Real Estate.”

Don’s influence in the world of personal growth and real estate spans over 40 years. He’s coached and trained more than a million professionals and helped shape the mindset of a generation. But it all started at 18 years old, sitting under the wing of a man who would become a global icon in personal development.

This conversation is a rich blend of timeless wisdom and modern leadership, perfect for anyone building a team, a vision, or a life by design.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

What it was really like working for Jim Rohn

How to lead with values in high-growth industries

The mindset Don teaches leaders to adopt at any level

How influence, integrity, and inner work create exponential results

Why your identity drives your destiny

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Don Hobbs is a legendary speaker and consultant, known for helping real estate professionals and entrepreneurs create lives of purpose, influence, and impact. As the former President of Jim Rohn Productions and a top-ranked industry leader, Don’s legacy is one of service and personal transformation.

He continues to speak globally on leadership, branding, mindset, and the inner game of success.

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Instagram: @therealdonhobbs

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If this conversation lit a fire for you, check out Momentum Mentorship, Richard’s guided program for vision-driven leaders. It's where values meet action, and transformation becomes the strategy. Learn more at momentummentorship.com

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How do you lead when life knocks the wind out of you?

In this crossover from The SHIFT Podcast (originally released in December 2024), Richard Bliss Brooke joins host Blake Mallen for a deep conversation on belief, adversity, and what it really takes to lead with vision when everything feels uncertain.

From navigating rejection to building unshakable confidence… this episode is packed with tools and mindset shifts to help you rise, refocus, and lead with purpose.

Special thanks to The SHIFT Podcast and Direct Selling News for letting us bring this powerful conversation to The Authentic Networker audience.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

The wake-up call moment that redefined Richard’s mission

How to reframe “no” and use it as momentum

Richard’s simple formula for lasting transformation

What real leadership looks like (hint: it’s not titles or rank)

How to adopt a belief system that builds legacy, not burnout

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James shares what he’s learned from writing for millions of readers each month, speaking to Fortune 500 companies, and working with top teams in professional sports. Together, they explore what really drives long-term behavior change and how small decisions shape the trajectory of our lives.

This conversation is a masterclass in clarity, consistency, and the power of incremental improvement.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

What shaped James into who he is today

How James’s writing reached millions across platforms

How continuous improvement works in real life

Why the small things you do daily carry the biggest impact

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Ben shares how his leadership journey began in the warehouse, working graveyard shifts to pay for college, and evolved into leading international teams from Korea to Australia. They dive into the hard-earned lessons that shaped Ben’s approach to leadership–what it means to make tough calls, build trust across cultures, and stay grounded through global success.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

How Ben’s leadership journey started in the shipping department and scaled to global strategy

What it’s like to lead teams across Korea, Taiwan, Australia, and the U.S.

How learning new languages shaped his view of leadership and connection

Why humility, persistence, and personal vision matter more than position

About the Guest:

Ben is fluent in Korean, has lived abroad for over a decade, and brings a rare depth of cultural and operational insight to his leadership. He is a proud husband and father of five. His favorite pastimes include hiking, reading, and cycling.

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Seth Godin, a pioneer in ethical marketing, discussing his journey, the evolution of email marketing, and the principles outlined in his latest book on strategy. Godin emphasizes the importance of understanding systems, time, games, and empathy in developing effective strategies. He also explores the impact of ownership structures on business strategies and the significance of creating raving fans for sustainable growth. 

Michael DiMuccio, a young YouTube sensation, shares his journey from creating content as a child to becoming a successful content creator with millions of followers. He discusses the influence of his upbringing, the strategies he employed to grow his audience, and his transition into music. Michael emphasizes the importance of hard work, creativity, and understanding the dynamics of social media platforms. He also provides insights into monetization and the significance of delayed gratification in achieving long-term success.

In this engaging conversation, Richard interviews branding expert Barry LaBov, who shares his journey from a creative background in music to becoming a leading figure in branding and marketing. Barry emphasizes the importance of differentiation in branding, illustrating his points with case studies from major brands like Audi and Cadillac. He outlines a proprietary five-step process for discovering brand uniqueness and highlights the significance of listening to long-term employees to maintain brand integrity. The discussion also touches on the power of naming and identity in branding, using creative examples from his experiences coaching youth sports. In this conversation, Barry Labov discusses the importance of brand differentiation, community engagement, and the power of storytelling in marketing. He emphasizes the need for brands to celebrate uniqueness, maintain their identity over time, and connect with their communities to build loyalty. The discussion also highlights the pitfalls of cost-cutting measures that can undermine brand identity and the significance of using visual storytelling to convey a brand's message effectively.