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I frequently find myself being asked, "Why do you do this podcast?" I've come to realize that this is code for, "Why do spend so much time on this thing that you don't get paid for?" Recently, I did some deep thinking on what the true "why" is behind my motivation to continue producing this show. In this episode, I dive into where that motivation stems from and share some personal insights that I haven't opened up about on the show before. I share this information in an effort to encourage you to discover your own "why". Clearly defining the purpose that moves you forward will help you to power through tough times. This is my "why". What's yours? MillennialMM.com/38

In 2017, what will you win a gold medal at? This is a new segment that I developed to give you a quick shot of motivation to power through the second half of your week. Now get out there and make it happen!

What would you do if doctors told you that you only have 3 months to live? Every one of us has had to overcome challenges in our journey of life. And in that moment, those challenges can feel crushing and insurmountable. You may even be in the midst of overcoming one of those monumental challenges right now. That is why I wanted to record this episode with Matt Burnsworth, a man who has successfully overcome challenges so great, that most of us can't even comprehend them. In this episode, Matt shares his experience of overcoming the most difficult situations life could throw at him. His battles with cancer have transformed his body, molded his mindset, and redefined his perspective. We discuss that when facing challenging situations, especially cancer, it is imperative to surround yourself with positive people and distance yourself from the negative. Matt also sheds light on how all of us can approach the peaks and valleys of life with an attitude that gives us the best shot at victory. Be warned, listening to this profound episode may cause life-altering shifts in your attitude and perception. Here are some of my favorite quotes from Matt:

• "You give me a chance, I'm going to take it"
• "I definitely have heart, because I saw it... I could literally see my heart."
• "You do good and good will come back to you"
• "Life is full of peaks and valleys"
• "All you could do is your best"
• "It's important to have a plan, but it's more important to have a goal and a reason"

Enjoy! Links

• Eleven Thirty Foundation - eleventhirtyfoundation.org/
• https://www.facebook.com/eleventhirtyfoundation
• Matt on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattburnsworth/

On this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by a business leader who I have the distinct pleasure of working with on a daily basis. I'm talking about a founder who has directly impacted my daily work life. That's right, I cornered the CEO of my own company and convinced him to join me for an interview. Gerard Daher founded Speedeon Data back in 2008, right in the midst of the financial crisis. He has successfully taken the company from a startup, to a multi-million dollar data marketing agency. My motivation in bringing Gerard on the show was pretty straight forward. I really respect the company he's built, and wanted to learn how he did it. Also, knowing Gerard as well as I do, I knew that he would have some great lessons and stories to share with us. To learn more about Gerard or the company he built from the ground up, Speedeon Data, you can check out SpeedeonData.com or connect with Gerard on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerard-daher-02863.

Do you go through the same sorry story at the start of every year? You know, making a resolution on January 1st and giving up on it well before the calendar turns to February. I've been there and done that. But not this time around, because I have a tested plan. Today, I share my thoughts on how to tackle the new year to put routines in place that will transform into habits before the groundhog can get scared by his furry shadow. Happy new year, and cheers to success!

This week, I'm joined by a guest who's idea was laughed at, ignored, and induced countless eye rolls. But despite the negative feedback and doubters, Jen Glantz refused to give up. Now she's been featured on Good Morning America, the Today Show, the Steve Harvey Show, Fox News, and many other national news outlets. It turns out that her "crazy" idea was just what some brides-to-be and maids-of-honor were looking for. Jen's company, Bridesmaid for Hire, has made a splash in the wedding industry, and today she is sharing her secrets to persevering through the hard times to achieve your dreams. We discuss the importance of testing your idea in the market, when you shouldn't tell your friends about it, and surrounding yourself with people who will push you and cut through your b.s. If you enjoy this episode and haven't already, please subscribe to the show on iTunes so we can keep this train rolling. That would be much appreciated. Please enjoy this conversation with Jen Glantz. Links: @jenglantz on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenglantz?lang=en jenglantz.com Book - Always a Bridesmaid (For Hire) - https://www.amazon.com/Always-Bridesmaid-Hire-Jen-Glantz/dp/1501139061/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=thethinilearf-20&linkId=c0311505495e2390a0d17cd51a35028f

You don't have have to look very hard to find some advice on how to be successful. If you ask 10 friends about it, you'll probably get 10 different "surefire" paths to the top. But the truth is that where the advice comes from is just as (if not more) important than the advice itself. That's why I get so fired up to find guests who have achieved success themselves, or even better, have turned to science to better understand what we can do to give ourselves the best shot at being successful. In that respect, there's no one better to talk to about the scientifically proven formulas for success than today's guest, Angela Duckworth. Angela is a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, the founder and scientific director of the Character Lab, recipient of the 2013 MacArthur "Genius" Award, and author of the New York Times Best Seller "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance". In this episode, Angela shares her research behind grit and the impact it has on success. We chat about how passion and perseverance, applied over a long period of time, are the keys to achieving mastery in any field. She also explains how we can foster a culture and mindset to assist in our journey to the top. She shares how this approach has worked for legends like Will Smith and Pete Carroll. Definitely check out Angela's book by following the link below and let me know what you think of this episode in the comments. Links

• "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Passion-Perseverance-Angela-Duckworth/dp/1501111108/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482107784&sr=8-1&keywords=grit
• www.angeladuckworth.com
• www.characterlab.org
• Carol Dweck's book "Mindset" - https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482107830&sr=8-1&keywords=growth+mindset+carol+dweck

Have you ever wondered how influencers became influencers in their respective industries or niches? Well my friends, wonder no more. In this week's episode, Joe Pulizzi is sharing the exact road map to becoming an influencer and starting a business based on content. Whether you're thinking about starting a blog, podcast, YouTube page, or any other content based project, Joe is the foremost expert on the topic. Known in the industry as the "Godfather of Content Marketing", Joe founded the Content Marketing Institute which was then sold to UBM for over $17 million. When starting the Millennial Mastermind Podcast, I was very lucky to come across Joe's latest book, Content Inc, which helped me get the show off the ground. To this day, I tap into Joe's expertise to grow the podcast and further develop the MMP brand. I know you will all find his infinite wisdom to be enlightening and inspiring. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode in the comments below. Links:

• JoePulizzi.com
• contentmarketinginstitute.com
• Content-inc.com
• @JoePulizzi on Twitter https://twitter.com/joepulizzi

When it comes to finding your purpose, defining your own success, and writing your own life's story, there's no one better to talk to than Eric Termuende. Like most of us, Eric hit a point in his life when he had no idea what was next. He didn't land his dream job, didn't have a plan, and didn't know what his next move needed to be. But it was at just that moment when he decided to create his own path and began his journey to remove the negative connotation that comes along with work. Eric started his own business and began helping other millennials figure out what their purpose is. In this episode, we chat about how you can find your purpose, how we need to deconstruct the idea of a generation, and what success really means. Please enjoy this episode with Eric Termuende! Links mentioned: https://www.facebook.com/etermuende https://twitter.com/termuende https://www.linkedin.com/in/erictermuende https://www.instagram.com/termuende/ https://www.amazon.ca/Rethink-Work-Finding-Keeping-Talent/dp/1988025125