This week myself and guest Richard Harvey continue our discussion with the Knights of the Templars raid on Ascalon. The wall has collapsed but not according to plan. The Knights now have the advantage, or so it would seem. Like leading much of anything things don't always go as planned. That can be good or that can be bad. Additionally, when things don't go as planned it may be good to bring your full power to bear on an issue. 

Interestingly enough there is a plot twist in this event. What was it? You'll have to listen in and find out. But rest assure there's even a reason in that. Listen in and found out the leadership lessons from this historic battle.

This week myself and guest Richard Harvey dive head long into the Knights of the Templars raid on Ascalon. They knew the obstacle infant of them. The Templars where genius in their approach. In fact their approach caused them to go from the odds being against them to the odds being even. The citizens of Ascalon made a risky calculation that if it goes well they defeat the Templars. However, if if their calculation goes wrong it's inevitable defeat. So what happened? Listen in and found out the leadership lessons from this historic battle. 

In this part one of a two part series we examine the 4 things the Knights of the Templar did to conquer Ascalon. History can teach us lot if we take the time to observe and consider it. The Templars in trying to conquer Ascalon had four things: 1. A Definitive Goal; 2. Recruited Help; 3. Repurposed Resources; 4. Filled a Niche. If you're looking to start something new you'll need all four of these items to get started. 

The book referenced in this episode is The Templars: The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God's Holy Warriors by Dan Jones.

You can get a copy HERE.

Have you wondered what it would be like to have a side hustle that makes you money? Jared Taylor is a first responder who does just that. He is a custom fishing rod builder. He has been ranked as top 10 in the world and makes incredible custom fishing rods. You won't find these at your local outdoorsmen store. Sit back and enjoy part 2 with Jared Taylor and his incredible story.

You can find his work, Taylor Custom Rods here:

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Have you wondered what it would be like to have a side hustle that makes you money? Jared Taylor is a first responder who does just that. He is a custom fishing rod builder. He has been ranked as top 10 in the world and makes incredible custom fishing rods. You won't find these at your local outdoorsmen store. Sit back and enjoy part 1 of a two part interview with Jared Taylor and his incredible story.

You can find his work, Taylor Custom Rods here:

Instagram: @jtaylorcustomrods

Facebook: J Taylor Custom Rods

This week I interview Amanda Paddock. Amanda was a professional Masseuse for Indy 500 drivers and NFL Athletes. Then moved into marketing for a major company. From there she became a stay home mom and now she is a nutritionist and wellness coach. She has come into her own as a nutritional coach. Hear how her journey really began in sixth grade with a report. Her journey has taken her on different paths but she's inspiring a whole community to exercise and eat healthier. She is currently developing her own wellness app and has big vision for nutrition! If you are interested in a nutritional coach you can reach her at: Instagram: MrsPaddyo Email: [email protected]

Memorials tend to get swept away until a special day or moment. What if memorials and milestones where more than just remembering. What if memorials were designed to inspire. Do you have memorials built in your life? Do you mark key moments in your life? These moments can inspire. These moments can motivate. These moments can drive us to do more. Let's talk about why we need to add memorials in our lives and the history of memorial day.

Courage can take multiple forms. Here's what we all know, to follow your dream, it takes courage. Courage to start your business. Courage to have the difficult conversation. Courage to start a difficult hobby. This week we talk about Isadore Greenbaum, a New York plumber who had the courage to stand up to 20,000 Nazi in Manhattan. That's right! In 1939 20,000 Nazi's took over Madison Square Garden in New York. One man had the courage to stand up to them. Hear this incredible story and let's explore what courage really looks like.

Here is a video clip of the Nazi really and Greenbaum's courage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxxxlutsKuI

This week we talk about growing personal freedom. We all know "freedom isn't free" so what does it coast to have personal freedom? Personal freedom comes at a cost and it's called self-discipline. So how do we grow self-discipline? How do we grow self-restraint so that we can increase personal freedom? There is also a neurological component to this. Did you know you can grow the neurological pathways in your brain to increase self-discipline? I'll share 3 ways you can grow those neural pathways and increase your self-discipline. 

This week we discuss the importance of changing your tactics to accomplish your goals. China has a strategy to control the global economy, they also was control of Taiwan. However, going to war with the United States is something they don't want. As a result China is changing their tactics and slowly growing their control over Taiwan. Will they reach their goal? Only time will tell. But there is a personal lesson to be learned here, in the end we all have to change our tactics and stick to our strategy to accomplish our goals. That's the topic of this weeks show, "Changing Your Tactics to Accomplish Your Goals." There is a personal lesson to be learned with Taiwan, USA, & China.

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