Today we meet yet another treasured person from The Spaniard's life. Mitch Johns first coached The Spaniard at age 8 and then throughout high school, through big wins and crushing losses. At the same time, Mitch was building what has become a thriving software company. He considers himself a coach even in his business life, recruiting "good athletes" both literally and figuratively and leading them to maximize core strengths as well as nurture new skills. He will surprise you with his high regard for losses, and you'll remember his reference to fishing for sharks. As with The Spaniard, he might just leave a mark on you forever. (That means something very specific that is a joy to learn.)

In today's AMX, we talk: personal greatness, dank gyms and the elimination of excuses and why "yes" men/women need not be kept around.

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In today's AMX, we talk: how to add 7.6 days to your year, the 60-second break between rounds in a fight and why strong suggestions can beat strict rules in leadership.

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In today's AMX, we talk: Carpe Diem tattoos, why a national champ "only" trained two hours a day and how much time you can add to your life by getting up early.

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The Spaniard is brimming with inspiration after a special week. First he was in the audience to see hard-working country superstar Brad Paisley. Then he was the one on the stage, at two high schools back in his home area. He was humbled by huge effort on his behalf, as well as a touching encounter with a brave girl. On this trip with The Spaniard you'll see bright lights, shiny trophies and a gleam of tears.

In today's AMX, we talk: little things and their BIG impact, why bankers value pennies and the unfortunate exit of chocolate from UCLA's locker room...dang, I love chocolate!

In today's AMX, we talk: "cold fish", why a wolf is as important to the pack as the pack is to the wolf and my limited NASCAR knowledge...all while driving home one important concept: the importance of TEAM.

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Those who know and love The Spaniard find only positives in his colorful professional fighting career. But there are those who don't. They equate fighting only with anger and abuse. This came up in a recent social media comment critical of an upcoming Spaniard appearance, and this episode is his calm and thoughtful response. He explains why he needed to fight, and why you should find your own kind of battle. And guess what? It doesn't have to involve pounding people!

In today's AMX, we talk: Ghandi, keeping it simple and the never-ending thirst for knowledge that exists in the greatest leaders...all while keeping your actions and emotions in check.

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In today's AMX, we talk: favorites and fairness, leadership and getting what you earn and the need to be both Firm and Flexible.

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