HAPPY VISION DAY WEEK!! In this episode, our Chief Joy Officer, Faith Guy, and our Chief Adventure Officer, Caleb Kolb, reflect on the last Vision Day, share the benefits of planning and Vision Day, and share their joy for the new year!

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Key Takeways:

Vision Day as a Reset Tool: Caleb and Faith explain Vision Day as a critical event for reflecting on the past year and setting tangible goals for the future, using tools like vision boards and personal assessments.

Customized Goal Setting: Caleb and Faith discuss how Vision Day caters to individual differences in goal-setting styles, allowing for flexibility and personal expression in creating vision boards and planning.

Importance of Assessments: The conversation highlights the value of using behavioral and motivational assessments (The PI, VI, and AI) to gain deeper self-awareness, which can shape more effective personal and professional goals.

Data-Driven Resolutions: Unlike typical New Year's resolutions, Vision Day focuses on data-driven insights from assessments to guide goal setting, making the process more grounded and personalized.

The Value of Community: Vision Day is depicted not just as a personal planning event but also as a community-building experience where participants support each other’s journeys.

Accountability Partnerships: Caleb and Faith discuss how having accountability partners can enhance the commitment to personal goals, especially when those partners share similar motivations.

We're taking you back to Christmas Eve for this episode when Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, was joined by The Culture Man himself, Mr. Jay Doran! Eric and Jay speak about purposeful thinking, cultural observations, and personal growth, and share some laughs along the way! ✨

Key Takeaways:

🌟 Reflection as a Growth Tool: Jay and Eric highlight the power of reflecting on past actions to identify mistakes, areas for improvement, and opportunities to serve others more effectively.

🌟 Everyday Improvement: Both Jay and Eric discuss the importance of daily reflection and self-assessment rather than waiting for the New Year, promoting a mindset of ongoing personal development.

🌟 Cultural Observations and Personal Growth: Jay delves into the cultural attitudes toward holidays and giving, contrasting societal norms with the deeper value of daily gratitude and interpersonal connection.

🌟 Self-Assessment and Accountability: Jay and Eric speak about the necessity of self-accountability, with a focus on setting and revisiting goals periodically rather than waiting for a specific time, like New Year’s resolutions.

🌟 Overcoming Entitlement and Complacency: Jay and Eric discuss the dangers of entitlement and the tendency to rest on one's laurels, stressing the need for continuous effort and responsibility in achieving one's full potential.

👉 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QZxKbeFP6s4 👈

🌟 Jay's Links: 🌟 

The Culture Matters Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/679703

Thirty Days of Thoughts: Culture Matters: https://www.amazon.com/Thirty-Days-Thought-Culture-Matters/dp/0578438135

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To end 2024, Eric and Caleb speak about one of the AMP trips for 2025 FROM one of the hike spots. They discuss the beauty of nature from Angel's Landing in Zion National Park along with the perks of AMP trips, the fun in adventuring, the benefits of personal and professional development during adventures, and the joy of living your best day(s) in nature!

Takeaways:

The Transformative Power of Nature: Eric and Caleb reflect on the breathtaking beauty of Zion National Park, emphasizing how its awe-inspiring landscapes can foster mindfulness, gratitude, and a sense of wonder.

Adventure and Personal Growth: The 2025 Zion AMP trip is an opportunity to combine outdoor adventure with structured personal and professional development activities, designed to push participants beyond their comfort zones and cultivate resilience.

Building Community through Shared Experiences: Eric and Caleb emphasize the importance of "family dinners" during the trip, where participants come together to share meals, stories, and forge meaningful connections.

Why You Should Join: Eric and Caleb outline compelling reasons to join the 2025 Zion AMP trip, including opportunities for growth, unique outdoor experiences, and the chance to build a supportive community with like-minded individuals.

Reconnecting with Simplicity: The conversation underscores how stepping away from the hustle of daily life and immersing oneself in nature can offer clarity, rejuvenation, and a renewed focus on what matters most.

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In this episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, interviewed the incredible and inspiring Joelle Kaufman. Breast cancer has shaped Joelle's life since age 13, culminating in her 2023 diagnosis—the fourth in her immediate family. Despite the challenges, she turned adversity into strength, crafting a mental approach that eradicated her cancer and led to her happiest year yet. As CEO of GTM Flow and a sought-after leadership coach, Joelle merges cancer-forged resilience with cutting-edge business strategies. Her journey inspires countless others to face life’s curveballs with courage and purpose. Eric and Joelle speak about victory, overcoming adversity, and the mentality of crushing the curveballs in life!

Key Takeaways: 

• Curveball as a Catalyst: A career breakthrough came when Joelle applied her “curveball” mindset, turning obstacles into opportunities by staying adaptable, decisive, and optimistic.
• Resilience through Adversity: Facing cancer from a young age and her own diagnosis taught Joelle how to navigate uncertainty with grace. This experience sharpened her ability to manage unexpected challenges in life and business with focus and resilience.
• Mental Strength in Leadership: Joelle developed a mental framework based on perseverance and adaptability. In business leadership, this mindset helps her stay centered and results-driven, even when outcomes are uncertain.
• Enabling Success through Service: Joelle’s sales philosophy of enabling buyers mirrors her approach to life’s challenges: provide value, remove friction, and stay solutions-focused.
• Applying Cancer Lessons to Life: Her book Crushing the Cancer Curveball outlines strategies for overcoming personal and professional hardships, emphasizing resilience, proactive problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.
  
  Five Step Process for Unfailable Problem Solving Resource: https://gtmflow.com/cfv/
  Joelle's Website: https://gtmflow.com/

In this week's episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by the unapologetically positive, high energy, Ramon Ray. Ramon is an exceptional motivational speaker and serial entrepreneur who is a leading expert on personal branding and small business growth. Eric and Ramon share their insights about leadership, parenting, entrepreneurship, and more for an inspiring and exciting episode!

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership through Joy: Ramon highlights how uncontainable joy and positivity can transform leadership. 
• Parenting with Purpose: Ramon Ray shares heartfelt stories about balancing career success with intentional parenting. He emphasizes the importance of being present and creating memorable family moments.
• Resilience and Accomplishments: The conversation touches on Ramon’s personal achievements, including entrepreneurial ventures and public speaking engagements. His journey underscores the value of perseverance and growth.
• Life Lessons through Storytelling: Through engaging anecdotes, Ramon and Eric discuss how life’s simple moments can offer profound lessons in gratitude, leadership, and living with intention.
• Community Impact: A central theme is creating meaningful impacts in both personal and professional spheres. Ramon encourages using one’s platform, however large or small, to uplift and inspire others.

Check out Ramon's Website: https://www.ramonray.com/
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In this episode, Chief Adventure Officer, Caleb Kolb, is joined by the Mountaineer who is working on becoming the first person to climb the seven summits from sea to sea, Madalin "Cris" Cristea. Caleb and Cris speak about the benefits of getting immersed in the outdoors, fun adventuring stories, and the joy of challenging oneself to reach new heights. 🥾

Key Takeaways:

👉 Pushing Physical and Mental Boundaries

 🌄 Cris shares how striving for the extraordinary, such as climbing the seven summits from sea to summit, demonstrates the human capacity for endurance and resilience. Each challenge reinforces the importance of persistence and adaptability.

👉 Connection to Nature

 🌄 Caleb and Cris highlight the therapeutic benefits of immersing oneself in the outdoors. Being surrounded by nature fosters mindfulness, reduces stress, and cultivates a sense of wonder.

👉 Overcoming Obstacles

 🌄 Cris provides insights into facing physical, logistical, and emotional challenges on monumental adventures. These stories showcase the power of preparation, courage, and the will to keep going despite setbacks.

👉 Inspiring Personal Growth

 🌄 The journey of climbing significant summits serves as a metaphor for life's struggles and triumphs. Cris and Caleb reflect on how these pursuits challenge individuals to rethink their limits and embrace transformative growth.

Follow Cris' Journey: 

YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/@TraintoSummit

Instagram - @traintosummit 

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/Kp4HYPBhPBk

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This week, Eric Guy, Chief Victory Officer, is joined by Happiness Researcher and Educator, Jackson Kerchis. Jackson is an author, certified executive coach, and co-founder of Happiness Means Business. From being a former management consultant, Zen monk, college instructor, and one of the only people to major in happiness, Jackson brings his wisdom and insights to the conversation, as he and Eric speak about mindfulness, happiness, and leadership.

Takeaways:

Mindfulness and Mental Training

•  Jackson emphasizes how daily meditation and mindfulness practices significantly improve mental clarity and emotional control. Training the mind, much like physical exercise, leads to positive shifts in behavior and outlook.

Happiness as a Skill

• Happiness is described by Jackson as a skill that can be cultivated through consistent practice of biological, psychological, and relational well-being. The focus is on nurturing the ingredients (exercise, positive emotions, and strong relationships) rather than pursuing happiness directly.

Lessons from Zen Practice

• The experience of living as a Zen monk highlighted the importance of simplicity, presence, and “polishing the mirror” of awareness. It’s about refining attention to experience life vividly.

Leadership and Organizational Climate

• Eric and Jackson touch on creating psychologically safe environments in organizations. Leaders are encouraged to foster trust, open communication, and emotional intelligence to boost team performance and morale.

Focus on Process Over Outcome

• A recurring theme is embracing the journey rather than fixating on outcomes. Daily habits and intentional practices lead to sustained well-being and success.

Know more about Happiness Means Business: https://happinessmeansbusiness.com/
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In the spirit of giving, we wanted to give you an extra podcast this week with Eric and Faith Guy! In this special bonus episode, they speak about the act of giving, the importance of serving others, and having a "gratitude attitude." If you all can make a gratitude list, please tag us on our socials! Happy Thanksgiving Eve and thank you to everyone who have stuck with us for 200 episodes!

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In this episode, our Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by Mike McHargue, author of "That's On Me: Seasoned Executives Confess Their Rookie Mistakes," and he is the founder/president of his consulting firm, Mike McHargue Consulting. Mike and Eric discuss the key ideas from his book, focusing on the power of "overcommunicating" within teams and how this practice fosters transparency, trust, and accountability. Together, they unpack what it means to lead effectively by owning responsibility and creating a culture of clarity. Tune in as they explore leadership strategies that drive meaningful connections and elevate team performance.

Key Takeaways:

1. Overcommunicate for Clarity

• Teams thrive when leaders communicate frequently and clearly. Mike shares how overcommunication prevents misunderstandings, ensures alignment, and builds trust.

2. Own Responsibility to Inspire Growth

• Leadership starts with owning mistakes and successes alike. Mike shares how this mindset shifts team dynamics and builds a culture of accountability.

3. Empathy Drives Team Performance

• Understanding your team’s individual needs and challenges creates a culture of belonging and support, which is essential for sustained performance and morale.

4. Lead by Example to Empower Teams

• Mike highlights the value of modeling the behaviors you expect from your team, from transparency to resilience, as a way to inspire and motivate others.

 5. Consistent Communication Creates Stability

• By maintaining clear and consistent messaging, leaders can help their teams navigate uncertainty and focus on shared goals.

In this episode, our Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, sits down with JM Ryerson to discuss the power of vulnerability, the journey to authenticity, and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. JM, a visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Let’s Go Win, shares insights from his two decades of leadership experience and his journey through building and selling three successful businesses. Now an international speaker, podcast host, and author, JM inspires leaders to break free from self-doubt and create lasting impact. Watch this episode for a transformative conversation on embracing authenticity, transcending barriers, and finding true success by living aligned with your values.

Takeaways:

• Unmask Your True Self
  • JM explains the importance of letting go of the ‘masks’ we wear and stepping into our authentic selves to build genuine connections and lead with purpose.
• Embrace Vulnerability as Strength
  • Through personal stories, JM highlights how vulnerability creates space for growth and fosters trust within teams and personal relationships.
• Transcend Self-Limiting Beliefs
  • JM shares methods to identify and break down limiting beliefs, empowering leaders to realize their full potential.
• Pursue Authentic Leadership
  • By embracing his own journey of self-discovery, JM encourages leaders to model authenticity, inspiring teams to bring their best selves to work.
• Equip Yourself for Success
  • In navigating challenges, JM offers tools for building resilience, confidence, and a winning mindset that fuels both personal and professional triumphs.

Watch the full episode here ➡️  https://youtu.be/iV8LTiHUs7g