"If I’m not acting in accordance with how I believe, that is the greatest source of unhappiness." Have you ever felt pulled in countless directions, unsure of where to start your personal transformation? Curtis Hunnicutt, a vibrant member of the ISI Brotherhood, joins us in this episode to share his journey of finding a flow state by aligning faith with daily life. 

Through heartfelt stories from his Swedish adventures, Curtis reminds us of the importance of simplifying our routines to unlock peak performance and meaningful living. 

Key Takeaways:

• How a man was still doing pushups and loving life in his 90s
• What distractions do we need to get rid of and how do we do it for good?
• The great hindrance to keeping our eyes on the "prize"

With stories from Curtis's personal faith journey and reflections on managing physical and spiritual clutter, we encourage you to consider how faith can clear the path for a more focused and purposeful life.

Join us as we explore how aligning priorities with purpose can lead to continuous growth and fulfillment in the ISI Community: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

"Purpose is to be discovered, not designed." What does it truly mean to find fulfillment in life? Known for his remarkable success as an entrepreneur, Seth Buechley shares captivating stories, including a life-altering adventure on the waters. Through his experiences, Seth reveals how aligning passion with purpose, alongside cultivating gratitude and meaningful relationships, plays a pivotal role in achieving genuine satisfaction.

We challenge listeners to navigate the complex path of discovering one's unique purpose amidst cultural misconceptions about success.

Key Takeaways:

• Purpose is found out, not figured out
• Are you living in God's world, or your own?
• How to be purpose-driven and not task-driven

We explore how recognizing and utilizing personal gifts can illuminate one's path to purpose. Seth provides listeners and the group of men on today's ISI Community Roundtable recording with practical steps to discern their mission and invest their efforts meaningfully. This enriching dialogue with Seth inspires us to embrace our unique journey, trust in divine timing, and remain open to the unfolding of our purpose.

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Seth Buechley:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-buechley/

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

"You’ve gotta get your story right so that your marketing is right so that your sales are right." Shane Sams, master storyteller, speaker, and owner of Flipped Lifestyle, gives us an excellent vision on how to transform your business by telling your own stories.

How did Big A use story to build ISI and write his book, View From The Top? We're getting into the nitty gritty of stories and how they lead to the best customers we've ever had. 

Key Takeaways:

• How to find your best customer using storytelling
• How should you tell your story?
• Values and mission statements don't drive sales

With insights from the ISI Brotherhood community, we uncover how storytelling can drive human transformation and create engaging customer experiences. Featuring Shane Sams in our ISI Community Roundtable video, this episode serves as a guide to aligning your business narrative with core values, ultimately leading to meaningful connections with your audience. Don't miss out on these insights—tune in to learn how to harness the full potential of storytelling in your life and business.

Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community
What Do I Want Challenge: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/whatdoiwantchallenge

Connect with Shane Sams:
Website:  https://flippedlifestyle.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-sams-03199136/
Or listen to Episode 23 to hear more from Shane Sams on this podcast

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

What if you could transform your career and lifestyle in one bold move? Four seasoned business owners sit down with Trevor, a real estate entrepreneur determined to make a shift from the working-class market to the luxury sector. What's stopped him so far and why is his confidence in this decision lacking?

Alongside our insightful cohosts, Anthony, a therapist and coach, and Bret, a seasoned construction business veteran, we dissect the complexities Trevor faces in his pursuit of success. This candid conversation unveils Trevor's journey from his Midwest roots to his current aspirations in the Southeast, highlighting the psychological and practical challenges of embracing a more luxurious lifestyle.

Key Takeaways:

• Why hasn't Trevor committed to the luxury market yet?
• Where is God in your big decisions?
• How Trevor ended up in his own business after getting fired 5 times
• Is it wrong to be looking for a new challenge? 
• How do you feel confident in big decisions?

Our discussion delves into the nitty-gritty of transitioning networks, branding transformations, and the personal sacrifices that come with targeting high-end clientele.

As we wrap up, the dialogue shifts to broader considerations of personal fulfillment versus financial growth. We spotlight the role of mentorship and accountability, with Trevor reflecting on his goals and aspirations. The episode challenges him—and our listeners—to scrutinize their internal motivations and fears, encouraging a journey of self-discovery rooted in faith and values.

Join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community

Connect with Anthony Witt: witthouse.com or anthonywitt.com
Anthony Witt is a professional licensed counselor and a business owner with a deep understanding of how entrepreneurship impacts personal health and those around them. Having bought, sold, and started multiple businesses, he has gained valuable experience at the intersection of personal health and business. His belief that "a healthy business owner creates a healthy business" underscores his approach to helping entrepreneurs thrive.

Connect with Bret Barnhart:
Barnhartexcavating.com
Bret’s Calendar Link
Bret’s Linkedin
Bret Barnhart, Jr. is the fourth generation in his family to start his own excavation company. He began Bret Barnhart Excavating (BBE) in 2002 with $1,500, a single backhoe and truck, and a trailer. Since then, BBE has grown to an entire fleet of heavy machinery and trucks, averages just under 20 employees, and grosses $4mil annually. Being specialized, along with having a personal mentor and joining a mastermind, has helped shape not only Bret's company but also himself as well. Bret and his wife Crystal have been married for 16 years and have two children, Cole and Adelyn.

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalker

"You’re not controlling enough. I don’t mean controlling other people–I mean controlling yourself.” We confront the tension between strength and vulnerability, revealing how finding our identity can pave the way to more fulfilling relationships. If you want to be a better man who takes control of his life in a way that helps others, this episode is for you. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Is it bad to be an alpha male? Is it bad to NOT be an alpha male?
• Where fulfillment and success divide
• How telling the truth can change your relationships and your business
• Do you always need to be accomplishing something?

Explore the delicate dance between control and surrender in leadership from a Christian perspective. Wally and I dissect the societal myths surrounding alpha males, contrasting them with faith-based interpretations that value humility and a servant's heart. By sharing our personal journeys, we shed light on the struggle of seeking external validation versus finding genuine fulfillment.

With the support of the ISI Brotherhood, we highlight how a community can be a catalyst for transformation, encouraging alpha males to address confidence issues and break free from self-sabotaging habits.

Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community
What Do I Want Challenge: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/whatdoiwantchallenge

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

What if success doesn't make you happy? There is an often unspoken challenge of feeling bored and unfulfilled despite achieving your entrepreneurial dreams. Through personal stories and insights from Mark Nichols, a seasoned Chick-fil-A owner-operator with over 33 years under his belt, we explore what to do with boredom and burnout.

Key Takeaways:

• How do you get the best payoffs while bored?
• How do you move forward when you're bored? 
• The path to get successful and bored
• Ways to get out of the boredom mindset

“When you obtain that goal you've been working towards for years, that doesn’t scratch the itch like you thought it was going to.” If you're successful and thought you'd be happy by now, here what these guys in their sixties with years of experience have to say about pursuing happiness and finding real fulfillment in your life. 

Through candid conversations, we emphasize that taking a step back to adjust your "why" is not only okay but essential for achieving long-term fulfillment. Learn how to use breaks as a tool for gaining clarity and rejuvenating your passion for both work and life.

Connect with Mark Nichols by joining the ISI Community:
Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

“We’re all just one bad decision away from ruining our lives.” What has led you down this path, and where do you go from here? As entrepreneurs and business owners, there is a level of disconnection that we have with our wives because oftentimes they don't get our business or what we're going through. They don't understand us... et cetera, et cetera, right? The lies and excuses get us to a point of no return. 

If you're about to have an affair or are in the thick of one now, this episode will help you discover what pitfalls to watch out for and how to move forward. We discuss everything from emotional intimacy to sexual frustrations and how if we're not proactive, we will make a bad decision that was never intended in the first place. 

Key Takeaways:

• Good intentions, safeguards, and bad decisions
• 3 core problems and how to prevent them
• If you're deep in pornography
• How to protect the sanctity of your marriage

Marriage is a journey filled with love, endless learning, and even temptations. We share candid stories of what happened in our own marriages to push us to record an episode like this. Whether it’s about learning to express personal needs or the subtle ways temptation sneaks in, we aim to reassure and guide you through the complexities of sustaining a strong marriage.

Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

What if your distractions are sabotaging your closest relationships? Open your eyes to the hidden costs of the digital age with Derek Champagne, who joins us to discuss the urgent issue of loneliness and the power of meaningful human connections. 

Derek brings a fresh perspective with engaging stories and powerful metaphors, challenging us to rethink our approach to abundance and sharing in our daily lives.

• What distractions are doing to our bodies and relationships
• Are you emotionally unavailable for your family? 
• Why fixing isolation is a LEADERSHIP conversation
• How men of faith can strive for an abundant life 

There is an alarming rise of loneliness especially among young adults, and its severe health implications are enough for us as leaders to bring human connection back. Listen in to hear how we can have a role in breaking isolation.

By prioritizing relationships and removing unnecessary interruptions, you can create a life filled with success and significance. Join us as we uncover the courage required to break free from the digital chains and craft a masterpiece of meaningful connections in your life.

Resources:
3 Amigos Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trMOanQQIJ8
Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community
LinkedIn Group: https://www.viewfromthetop.com/group
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter

Connect with Derek Champagne:
Derek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theartistevolution/

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

There is an abundance of mastermind groups out there–which one is right for YOU? 

Today we're discussing how to tap into a powerhouse of knowledge and support to transform your business journey. We'll unravel the various decisions you must make before choosing the ideal mastermind group for you. We kick off with personal tales of our own initial skepticism about mastermind groups, revealing how vulnerability and transparency can become unexpected allies in your success story. 

Listen as we explore the criteria for selecting the most fitting peer advisory group, whether you're seeking a business-centric circle, a holistic growth experience, or a balance of both. 

Key Takeaways:

• Foundational criteria of different types of masterminds
• Questions to ask yourself when choosing a mastermind group
• Types and categories of masterminds and peer advisory groups
• Downloadable guide with categorized groups, links, and more

Navigating the business landscape alone can feel like being adrift in uncharted waters. Reflecting on our own experiences, we’ve faced the challenges of entrepreneurship without mentorship, missing out on the invaluable guidance that peer advisory groups provide.

Listen as we dissect the overwhelming plethora of options out there and arm you with the tools to make decisions that will enhance accountability and drive your progress forward.

Mastermind Group Guide: https://isibrotherhood.com/whichone
Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/

"Without vision, the people perish." Ever wonder why some businesses end up flushed down the drain? We discuss how to avoid the most common traps entrepreneurs find themselves in that often lead to dead-end companies with no way to scale or grow. 

We lay out the ways of maintaining a consistent vision and a direction in your business and how that lays the groundwork for passionate and talented employees that keep the business running smoothly. 

If you're ready to change these 3 things, your company will flourish. Learn how to keep your team aligned and motivated, ensuring everyone is clear about the destination and the route to get there.

Key Takeaways:

• Watch out for these traps that lead to a failed business
• How to delegate to your team wisely 
• What's a Chief Reminding Officer? 
• #1 Reason you're not going to scale your business

Through examples like Chick-fil-A's success, we highlight why identifying where your time is best spent can amplify your impact. Discover how understanding your customers and adapting to market trends can significantly elevate your business, keeping you relevant in today’s ever-evolving marketplace. Tune in for a treasure trove of insights to help you minimize the risk of failing.

Iron Sharpens Iron Community: https://isibrotherhood.com/community
LinkedIn Group: https://www.viewfromthetop.com/group

Resources:

• "Traction" by Gino Wickman
• "The E-Myth Revisited" by Michael Gerber

If you want to hear more speakers like this every month and be with the guys on the call, join the Iron Sharpens Iron Community today: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/isi-community

Connect with Big A:
View From The Top Website: https://isibrotherhood.com
The ISI Newsletter: https://www.isibrotherhood.com/newsletter
Big A’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwalkerviewfromthetop/