Win Make Give with Ben Kinney

Emotional decisions ruin businesses, relationships, and bank accounts. In this episode, Bob Stewart and Chad Hyams break down why making choices in the heat of the moment destroys performance—and how to gain total control using the science of the 90-second chemical flush.

Discover a 6-step framework to flush emotion, separate facts from fiction, and start making decisions that protect your long-term legacy.

Key Takeaways:

The science behind the 90-second pause and why staying angry is a choice.

How to run the HALT diagnostic before making major strategy calls.

Using logic as the steering wheel and emotion as the fuel.

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• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

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There is a fine line between stepping up for someone and enabling them to stay dependent.

When you keep solving the exact same problem for the same person, your help isn't changing their situation—it's just making you their first call next time. True generosity builds someone's capability, choice, and dignity. Controlling help keeps you at the center while hiding behind good intentions.

In this episode of Win Make Give, we tear apart the difference between giving real relief and feeding your own need to be needed. Learn the four critical questions to ask before stepping in, how to handle pattern rescues with employees, friends, and family, and how to give support that actually drives growth instead of resentment.

Hit play to audit your help, establish clear boundaries, and ensure your support actually builds the people around you.

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

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• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

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Most leaders try to fix culture with big speeches or complex strategies, but true transformation happens in the daily operating system.

In this episode of Win Make Give, Bob and Chad sit down with keynote speaker and leadership expert TJ Sweet to unpack how simple, deliberate shifts in perception can completely revolutionize how your team shows up for each other, your clients, and the work itself.

TJ breaks down The Gratitude Effect, sharing practical tools to reconnect with purpose, make better decisions under pressure, and close the silent gaps in trust and communication that quietly drain performance.

Connect with TJ at https://tjsweet.com/

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

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Liz Landry discusses her transition from business operator to owner, inspired by a challenge from Phil Jones. She shares insights from Sir Richard Branson's mentorship, focusing on removing business friction points and creating unique customer experiences. Liz emphasizes the importance of finding freedom within work, rather than seeking escape from it. Hosts Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart explore these themes, encouraging entrepreneurs to redefine their business roles for better satisfaction and efficiency. Liz's new book promises strategies to help business owners transform their approach and achieve greater fulfillment.

Get the book From Operator To Owner

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

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• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

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Stop letting overthinking paralyze your execution. In this episode of Win Make Give, Bob Stewart and Chad Hyams dive into one of the biggest momentum killers in life and business: failing to balance patience with decisive action.

Apex performers don't act on impulse, nor do they get trapped in analysis paralysis. Chad and Bob break down how to gather the right information fast, cut through the noise, and make confident, high-execution decisions that drive predictable results. Stop waiting for the "perfect" moment. Listen in, make the shift, and turn your plans into immediate action.

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

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• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

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Most of us learned about money by accident, from watching our parents, making mistakes, or never talking about it at all. In this episode, Bob Stewart and Chad Hyams share how they're teaching their own kids to earn, save, and give, and why money habits may be the most important thing you pass down. It's practical frameworks for every age, plus the real stories from their own households.

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

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• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

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In this episode, Bob Stewart and Chad Hyams break down why high performers stay stuck when faced with big decisions and how to build momentum without getting trapped in overthinking. We examine the line between gathering critical information and falling into analysis paralysis. Moving from confusion to clarity requires making decisions with purpose and executing with zero hesitation. You will learn how to cut through the noise, align your daily habits with your long-term goals, and establish a repeatable framework to stay accountable to your results. What is one decision you are avoiding today, and what step will you take right now to solve it?

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

More ways to connect:

• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

• Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up

• Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/

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Explore the essence of business connection with Dr. Jamie Shapiro, an organizational psychologist and author of "Connected Culture". Hosts Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart dive into the importance of leader vitality and team cohesion in creating thriving organizational cultures. Dr. Shapiro discusses the significance of small steps in combating burnout and shares insights from her 5C model for team assessment. Uncover how trust and care within teams not only enhance leadership but also energize and boost overall performance. Discover actionable strategies to improve workplace connections and foster a positive culture.

Connect with Jamie at https://connectedec.com/

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

More ways to connect:

• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

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Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart dive into the challenges and strategies of managing finances, focusing on the importance of budgeting over simply tracking expenses. They discuss personal experiences, including how lifestyle creep can affect financial stability and share insights from the Win Make Give wealth series. Listeners will gain valuable tips on prioritizing expenses, setting up effective budgets, and avoiding common financial pitfalls as they recount their journeys towards better financial discipline. Whether you're familiar with financial planning or just starting out, this discussion offers practical guidance.

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

More ways to connect:

• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

• Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up

• Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/

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Join Chad Hyams as he interviews Blake Bauer, author of "You Were Not Born to Suffer." Dive into Blake's transformative journey from personal struggles to discovering self-love and holistic well-being. Explore practical strategies for achieving a balanced mind-body connection, mastering emotions, and fostering self-care amidst a demanding entrepreneurial world. Blake shares insights on meditation, nonviolent communication, and establishing healthy boundaries. This episode challenges listeners to embrace responsibility, nurture self-respect, and realize their life's miraculous potential. Perfect for those seeking personal and professional growth.

Connect with Blake at https://www.unconditional-selflove.com/

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Connect with the hosts:

• Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/

• Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob

• Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/

• Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/

More ways to connect:

• Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive

• Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up

• Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/

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