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May 23, 2026 · 932
You're Not Selling What You Think You're Selling
The Real Pitch Is Identifying the Problem. Most salespeople lose before they even start, not because their product is bad, but because they’re leading with the wrong thing. In this episode, Joe breaks down a real conversation he had with a 401k salesman who couldn’t get anyone on the phone, and walks through how asking questions (being curious!) helped to reframe the pitch from product to problem. No sales playbook required. Key Takeaways: - Why leading with your product kills the conversation before it starts - How to identify the real problem your prospect doesn’t know they have - The art of selling the problem first, then teasing the solution - Why curiosity and empathy are the actual sales tools - When to stop talking and why closing and opening in the same breath kills deals For: Entrepreneurs, sales professionals, and business owners who want to connect with prospects more effectively and close with more confidence. Topics: Sales strategy, communication, entrepreneurship, business development, problem-solving
May 16, 2026 · 1125
The 4-Part Framework for Getting Anyone to Say Yes
How to let them know you understand the problem. After a frustrating sponsorship call that went sideways fast, Joe breaks down the communication framework he’s used in boardrooms, hiring conversations, and high-stakes pitches for over two decades with Ford, GM, Costco, Walmart, and hundreds of other businesses. This isn’t just a sales playbook. It works anywhere two people are trying to better understand each other (even at the dinner table with teenagers). Key Takeaways: - Why asking questions—the right ones—is the single most powerful thing you can do before saying anything about yourself - The difference between “mirroring” and reframing and when to use each - Why asking for specific examples unlocks actionable and useful information - How to close with confidence without overcommitting or saying something you can’t walk back For: Founders, salespeople, job seekers, hiring managers, and anyone who needs to move a conversation forward and make something happen. Topics: sales framework, communication skills, active listening, negotiation, persuasion, discovery calls, pitching, leadership, business strategy, entrepreneurship, mirroring, Chris Voss
May 9, 2026 · 1111
Claude Code Is Easier Than You Think. And More Powerful Than You Imagine.
Here’s 4 Simple Steps to Get Started. Most people are using AI to write emails and clean up presentations. Joe is using it to build software, run research, and solve real business problems…before his burrito arrives. The barrier isn’t skill. It’s jargon. Words like ”code,” ”skills,” ”terminal,” and ”MCP” make this technology feel like it’s not for you. It is. All you need is curiosity and a clearly stated problem. Key Takeaways: - Why describing your problem beats describing your solution, and why that shift changes everything about what AI can do for you - The real difference between AI chat and Claude Code, and why most people never make the jump - How Joe built a fully functional website over lunch with zero coding knowledge, and the exact four steps that got him there - What ”skills” actually are, why the word sounds scarier than it is, and how they make AI dramatically more useful over time - Why personalized software built exactly how you want it is now available to anyone willing to ask a dumb question For: Entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone who suspects they’re leaving most of AI’s potential on the table. Topics: Claude Code, AI tools, automation, no-code, problem solving, entrepreneurship, productivity, Go Brewing
May 2, 2026 · 1208
What's your unfair advantage? How to identify it, then leverage it.
Joe’s building his second $100M+ company — and this time, the blueprint looks completely different. As Joe begins his investor journey for Go Brewing, what he’s learning is forcing him to rethink how he sees the business from the ground up. In this episode, Joe breaks down why top-down market projections fail with serious investors, how he built a store-level sales model that actually predicts performance, and why the most valuable thing he’s selling might not be the beer at all. Key Takeaways: - Why savvy investors don’t just buy a share of a growing market. - How to use Census Data to map hyper-local growth opportunities - How to leverage the accretive value of your entire business, not just your product or service - Why Joe’s elevator pitch is about “how” not “what” - The question every founder needs to answer before they can build something worth acquiring For: Entrepreneurs thinking about their first or second raise, founders trying to understand what investors actually want to see, and anyone building a business that touches physical inventory or CPG. Topics: Investor strategy, bottom-up financial modeling, capital efficiency, unfair advantage, CPG vs. SaaS risk, building to acquisition, AI in business operations
Apr 27, 2026 · 1078
The Middle Is the Worst Spot to Be. But Attention Without Connection Won't Last.
On standing out in a world where everyone’s using the same playbook and why breaking through is only half the battle. You have three seconds. Maybe less. And if you spend them looking like everyone else, no amount of polish is going to save you. But here’s what nobody talks about: getting attention without something thoughtful and meaningful to back it up is just noise. Joe breaks down how to stand out in the moments that matter in sales pitches, resumes, retailer meetings, and social media, and why the goal was never just the click. It was always the connection. What you’ll learn: - Why the middle is the most dangerous place to be and how to get out of it - How AI is flattening the playing field on resumes and what to do about it - The cat-on-a-unicorn RFP story and what a lost pitch can teach you about fit - Why ”what’s in it for them” only works if you get through the door first - How Joe is approaching Go Brewing’s next big retailer pitch differently than everyone else in the room For: Entrepreneurs, founders, job seekers, and marketers who know they have something worth saying and are tired of being overlooked. Topics: standing out, differentiation, attention, pitching, personal branding, marketing strategy, entrepreneurship, Seth Godin, Purple Cow, social media algorithm
Apr 18, 2026 · 722
Audit Your Mood. Then Take Action. Here’s How.
Are you running on autopilot, or actually paying attention to how you feel? Most people know something’s off before they can name it. Joe breaks down why self-awareness alone won’t move the needle, and why the only way out of a funk, a spiral, or a stretch of low performance is to stop waiting and start doing. Even one small thing. Key Takeaways: - Mood follows action (credit: Rich Roll). Recognizing the problem is step one, but action is what actually changes how you feel. - Feeling anxious? Often it means you’re underprepared. - The Short List Hack: write down three to-dos. Knock one out right now, not tomorrow. - Small moves count. The mechanism matters less than simply starting. For: Anyone who knows what’s wrong but can’t seem to get out of their own way. Topics: Mental health, anxiety, motivation, habits, self-awareness, mindset, entrepreneurship, productivity
Apr 11, 2026 · 1086
Beware the Skip Rate for Your Whole Business. Why Attention Without Purpose Is Just Noise.
Most marketing strategies aren’t failing because of budget or tactics. They’re failing because nobody asked why. Joe has seen too many organizations spending real money on content calendars, vanity metrics, useless KPIs, and social media strategies that will never move the needle. He’s done pulling punches. In this episode, Joe breaks down why the way most businesses and nonprofits think about communication is outdated, and what it actually looks like to build a strategy that connects effectively with audiences and delivers outcomes beyond activity. Key Takeaways: Why a “bad” skip rate on social content is a symptom, not the problem - How to use the ”five whys” to find out if your strategy is actually worth executing - How proving effectiveness with organic content is a litmus test for better paid performance - What a failed skydiving stunt on live TV reveals about purposeful disruption - Why the most effective communication is often the least scalable — and why that’s the point For: Entrepreneurs, marketers, nonprofit leaders, and anyone who’s ever spent money on a strategy and wondered why nothing moved. Topics: Social media strategy, marketing ROI, content strategy, nonprofit marketing, brand communication, purposeful disruption, storytelling, entrepreneurship
Apr 7, 2026 · 731
No One Remembers Your Pitch. Here's How Great Presenters Win Rooms.
Most people give presentations the wrong way — leading with credentials, cramming slides full of text, and talking about themselves when the audience only cares about one thing: what’s in it for me. The result? Tuned-out rooms, forgotten pitches, and missed opportunities that could have changed everything. Joe has given hundreds of presentations, from weekly all-staff meetings to major keynotes, and he’s sat on the other side of the table just as many times. In this episode, he breaks down exactly why most presenters lose their audience before they even get started, and the storytelling framework that makes people take notes, take action, and remember you long after you’ve left the room. What you’ll learn: - Why leading with your team, your resume, or your credentials is the fastest way to lose a room — and what to do instead - How asking questions unlocks connection and reverse engineers the conversation - Why facts tell but stories sell, and how to build a presentation people actually remember and act on - The public speaking and slide design rules Joe swears by (including why bullets kill kittens) - How to read any audience and open with a story that creates instant connection even if it has nothing to do with your topic For: Entrepreneurs, sales professionals, founders, and anyone who needs to present ideas and get people to care. Topics: Presentations, public speaking tips, sales pitch, storytelling for business, how to win a room, entrepreneurship, personal development
Mar 28, 2026 · 1616
AI Isn't Just Changing Your Job. It's Changing Who You Can Be.
This is bigger than the Internet. It’s a new way of being in the world. (Part 3 in a mini-series on how to use AI now.) Most people think AI is a tool you learn, like Excel. It’s not. It’s something you have to learn to think with — and that changes everything. Joe and Dakota discuss why the people who get that now will be years ahead of everyone else, and why the ones who don’t are already behind. What you’ll learn: - Why AI isn’t a skill to acquire but a relationship to develop — and why that distinction matters more than most people realize - How curiosity has become the single most valuable career (and life) asset you can have right now - The question AI is forcing all of us to ask: if you didn’t need the money, what would you actually do with your time? - Why the barrier to building something — an app, a business, a life — is smaller than it has ever been - How Joe is using AI inside Go Brewing right now, from sales strategy to accounting to employee training and engagement For: Anyone who wants to stop reacting to the future and start building it. Topics: artificial intelligence, future of work, entrepreneurship, personal development, career strategy, AI tools, mindset, productivity
Mar 21, 2026 · 1127
The biggest competitive advantage right now isn't money or talent.
This is what democratized tech solutions look like, for business and life. From a custom app that rewards his son’s treadmill miles with screen time to a personal news feed curated around his exact interests, to developing a bespoke headless commerce app for his business, Joe makes the case that anyone, not just entrepreneurs, can now design the technology experiences they’ve always wanted but never had. Discussion Highlights: - How AI makes asking the right questions such a powerful habit - What headless commerce is and why it matters for businesses of any size - How APIs connect platforms like Shopify, Klaviyo, and Peloton into seamless custom experiences - How to stop paying for software that almost fits and instead build tools exactly fit your needs For: Business owners, entrepreneurs, parents, and anyone who has ever used a product and thought — I’d have built this differently. Topics: headless commerce, API integration, e-commerce personalization, AI tools, democratized technology, custom apps, small business software
Mar 14, 2026 · 849
I'm Custom-Building Software That Is TRANSFORMING My Business (No Coding Skills Necessary)
How I’m Custom-Building Software Now without Any Coding Experience Most business leaders are using AI to draft emails and summarize documents. Joe is using it to build custom operating systems, automated CRM pipelines, and lead-scoring tools — without writing a single line of code. The biggest unlock isn’t knowing how to code. It’s knowing how to describe your problem. In this episode, Joe walks through real examples from his own businesses — including how he automated a multi-step wholesale retailer approval process that used to take an hour — and shares how he helped a nonprofit CEO realize AI could transform their weekend voicemail backlog into an automated, real-time response system. Key Takeaways: - The reason most people aren’t unlocking AI’s real power isn’t a tech problem — it’s an imagination problem. - Describing your problem to AI and asking it to recommend a solution will get you further than knowing the answer yourself. - Vague prompts get vague results — the more business context you give AI, the more useful and specific its output becomes. - AI doesn’t just tell you what to do, it can actually build the tool that does it — CRMs, lead scorers, anomaly detectors, and more. - A process that once took an hour across three systems can be fully automated in a single conversation. For: Business owners, entrepreneurs, and operators across any industry who know AI can do more for their business but don’t know where to start. Topics: AI for business, business automation, no-code tools, AI prompting, CRM, lead scoring, ChatGPT for business, AI productivity, nonprofit technology, operational efficiency
Mar 7, 2026 · 663
If I'd Known Where He'd Been, I Couldn't Have Helped Him Get Where He Wanted to Go
Why Big Goals Work and How Lived Experience Can’t Be Measured The goal was 5:35. The qualifying time for a double amputee to get into the Boston Marathon. It was an outrageous target and Joe had no idea. In this episode, recorded on the road while traveling to an Innovation Summit, Joe shares the Cedric King story that changed how he thinks about goal-setting, performance, and the surprising relationship between the two. What looks like a running story is really a lesson about what happens when you strip away past performance data and commit fully to what’s possible. Key Takeaways: - Why setting a goal with no baseline can unlock performance that history would have made impossible - How the experience of committing to a mission — without knowing the odds — is sometimes the only thing that produces the result you want - The difference between chasing a measurable outcome and being present to what’s actually in front of you - Why your previous PRs, past failures, and historical data can be the very thing capping your next breakthrough - What Cedric King’s Boston qualifier teaches entrepreneurs and leaders about the danger of ”realistic” goals - How lived experience creates a kind of value that metrics will never capture — and why that matters for how you lead, build, and grow For: Entrepreneurs, business leaders, coaches, athletes, and anyone who has ever let past results talk them out of a goal worth chasing. Topics: Goal setting, outrageous goals, performance vs. experience, Boston Marathon, Cedric King, guide running, double amputee athlete, business mindset, leadership, ignoring past performance, what’s possible
Feb 28, 2026 · 676
Why are you letting “them” steal your joy?
How to align information with action, not distraction. Comparison is the thief of joy — and it might be the thing quietly killing your momentum. Joe breaks down why watching competitors, obsessively consuming industry content, and chasing every ”squirrel” in your feed can keep you from reaching your own destination. To get where you’re going, you have to know why and how you want to get there. Key Takeaways: - Why having a vision (not a perfect plan) is the non-negotiable first step in business and health - How time-bound goals — races, speaking engagements, launch dates — create the pressure that produces real action - The social media algorithm trap: why consuming content in your own category can deflate you and pull you off course, and a simple but powerful hack to escape the trap - Why looking outside your industry for inspiration beats studying your competitors - The difference between distraction and inspiration: how to audit your emotional response to what you consume For: Entrepreneurs, business owners, brand builders, athletes, and anyone prone to measuring their progress against others instead of their own goals. Topics: Comparison trap, staying focused, goal setting, time-bound goals, social media distraction, entrepreneur mindset, business strategy, building a brand, joy and motivation, competition vs. vision
Feb 21, 2026 · 896
How to Reinvent Yourself When Your Own Success Is Holding You Back
How to Reinvent Yourself When Your Own Success Is Holding You Back What happens when the life or business you’ve built becomes the very thing preventing you from growing? In this episode, Joe digs into the hard truth that the things (the co-workers, the business structure, the story about who you are and what you do) that got you to where you are today, may not be what gets you to where you ultimately want to go. From the factory floor to entrepreneurship, from personal bouts of injury and depression, Joe reflects on what he’s learned about radical transformation, and the courage it takes to “burn it down” and build something better, including a story about his friend Ben Mollin who inspired the creation of one of Go Brewing’s first beers. Whether you’re an entrepreneur navigating a critical growth stage, a professional feeling stuck in a career that no longer fits, or someone searching for a personal reset, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success, happiness, and starting over. What you’ll learn in this episode: - Why the team and structure that helped you grow your business may be the very thing holding it back, and how to navigate that transition - How changing your environment, whether physically or mentally, is often the first and most powerful step toward personal reinvention - The story of Ben Mollin, a reality TV personality turned ultra-marathoner, and what his radical life reset can teach you about happiness and letting go of success that no longer serves you - Why hitting rock bottom (economic insecurity, injury, depression) can become the unexpected foundation for your greatest reinvention - How to recognize when you’re being held back by complacency and what it looks like to truly start over Topics Discussed: Business scaling and team building, fundraising challenges, personal reinvention, changing your environment, overcoming adversity, entrepreneurship, mental health and happiness, minimalism, ultra-running and fitness as transformation, craft beer and brand evolution. See also Joe’s interview with Ben Mollin: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CkJJtggnWzg5jH7Dbnwrx?si=75cbc65d480a4761 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/burn-it-down-with-ben-mollin-of-the-ben-mollin/id1547273354?i=1000535916616 An event with Ben Mollin at Go Brewing on March 7 & 8: https://gobrewing.com/pages/burn-it-down-x-ben-mollin
Feb 14, 2026 · 841
Why I Became Someone Else to Overcome My Biggest Fear
The Alter-Ego Trick To Beat Performance Anxiety Anxiety can be debilitating whether it manifests as a stutter, a bad attitude or feeling stuck. In this episode, Joe shares how he went from a kid with a stutter to a keynote speaker using a powerful mental technique: creating an alter ego. Learn the persona method Joe used to overcome his anxiety, how he taught his daughter to use it for sports performance, and why preparation and repetition are the real keys to building confidence. This episode delivers actionable techniques for turning fear into your greatest advantage. Key Takeaways: - How to create an alter ego or persona to shield yourself from criticism and self-doubt - Why modeling charismatic leaders (like Alan Mulally) can transform your confidence - The power of gradual exposure: speaking to 5 people before scaling to 500 - How preparation and ”doing the work” eliminates anxiety better than any other method - Teaching the alter ego technique to others (real example with Joe’s daughter ”Brooklyn”) - Why adversity and struggle in childhood can become your greatest competitive advantage - The importance of iteration and postmortem analysis in any creative or business endeavor Key Topics: Public speaking anxiety, overcoming stuttering, alter ego technique, performance anxiety, building confidence, imposter syndrome, parenting advice for athletes, deliberate practice, entrepreneurship mindset, turning adversity into strength
Feb 10, 2026 · 750
Naming Your New Business is Fun. And VERY Risky.
How to get the trademark you want and need. Ready to launch and name your new business? Don’t file anything until you listen to this. Veteran entrepreneur Joe Chura shares the complete process for choosing a business name that won’t get you sued—from Google searches and domain availability to USPTO trademark filing and protecting your brand equity. Key Takeaways: - Why Google and GoDaddy aren’t enough—the free USPTO search that could save your business - How to find available business names using NameBoy and trademark class searches - The phonetic trademark rule that almost cost Go Brewing everything - When to hire a trademark attorney (and when you might not need to) - Domain names, social handles, and the ”confusion test” explained - Real story: navigating trademark challenges and calculated risk-taking Whether you’re launching a startup, side hustle, or scaling a brand, learn the step-by-step checklist for securing your business name legally—before you invest in logos, websites, and packaging. Topics: how to trademark a business name, naming your business, USPTO trademark search, business name availability, domain name strategy, trademark attorney, startup legal tips
Jan 24, 2026 · 1159
How to Get Investors to Say Yes to Your Business (Even as a First-Time Founder)
And why taking a lesser valuation might actually accelerate your growth. Veteran entrepreneur and investor, Joe Chura, breaks down the critical questions every entrepreneur needs to answer before raising capital—and explains why even successful founders get more ”nos” than you’d expect. What you’ll learn: - Convertible notes vs SAFEs: Which is better for founders? - Angel investors vs venture capital: How to choose the right fit - Why investors bet on founders, not just ideas - The ”data story” framework for first-time founders with no track record - When to actually take investment (and when to avoid it) Real talk on valuation, dilution, time horizons, and why proving yourself matters more than your pitch deck. Whether you’re bootstrapping or ready to raise, this episode reveals what investors are really thinking when they evaluate your business. For: Startup founders, entrepreneurs seeking funding, business owners considering investment, first-time founders Topics: Raising capital, angel investors, venture capital, convertible notes, SAFEs, startup funding, founder equity, business valuation, investor pitch
Jan 17, 2026 · 1636
Is AI Gaslighting Me or Is Its Over-Confidence a Risk to My Business?
Can ChatGPT count the Rs in "strawberry"? Joe Chura tests ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Claude AI with one simple question—and the results expose a dangerous pattern in how AI tools handle mistakes and how business leaders need to validate authority while integrating new technologies into their operations for essential gains in productivity. If AI can confidently contradict even the Dictionary, how do we make decisions when the tools we trust are simultaneously brilliant and persuasive? The strawberry test raises an uncomfortable question: If AI confidently references sources while giving wrong information, how do you know when to trust it with financial models, spreadsheet calculations, or business decisions?
Jan 10, 2026 · 758
Got Imposter Syndrome? How to Reframe Your Self-Doubt
Though he built and sold two businesses for over $200 million, Joe shares how he still suffered from imposter syndrome and the Fortune 500 Boardroom moment that transformed his mindset about self-doubt, the value of experience and the actions he takes to keep learning (even from his interns). Key Takeaways: - Why imposter syndrome is just a story you tell yourself (not reality) - How doing the work validates your knowledge - The danger of overestimating others’ expertise and underestimating your own - How building blocks of experience connect backwards when you need them most - The balance between healthy caution and crippling self-doubt
Jan 2, 2026 · 444
Have Fewer (but Bigger) Goals for the New Year
Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail & How to Actually Achieve Your Goals Tired of abandoning your New Year’s resolutions by February? Discover why traditional goal-setting doesn’t work and learn a proven framework that actually sticks. In this episode, Joe breaks down: Why long resolution lists create guilt instead of progress The power of focusing on ONE big audacious goal instead of many small ones How to build sustainable habits naturally (without tracking everything) The accountability strategy that forces you to follow through Real examples: from fitness challenges to family goals to business launches Learn why choosing a concrete outcome (like training for a race) beats vague intentions (like ”get healthier”) every time. Whether you want to lose weight, start a business, save for a dream vacation, or tackle a physical challenge, this approach transforms motivation into discipline. Perfect for anyone who’s struggled with New Year’s goals, wants to build better habits in 2025, or needs a fresh perspective on personal development and goal achievement.
Dec 12, 2025 · 996
How and Why to Build a Data Story to Scale Your Sales Channels
The CPG Strategy that Took Go Brewing from Online to Costco Joe breaks down his strategic approach to building a CPG brand across multiple sales channels. Learn why the order matters—from your own Shopify storefront to Amazon to retail shelves—and how to build a compelling ”data story” that opens doors with retailers. Discover the pros and cons of each platform, from FBA vs FBM on Amazon to native shopping on TikTok Shop and ChatGPT, and why getting product into customers’ hands is its own kind of marketing. For entrepreneurs, marketers and sales leaders seeking to build a powerful “data story,” improve repeat purchase rates, use cross-channel insights, and understand which platforms to prioritize first.
Nov 24, 2025 · 952
When Costco Said Yes, We Weren't Ready. From Zero Experience to National Retail.
Readiness is a myth. When most people wait, entrepreneurs just start. Is this reckless, or a competitive advantage? Joe reflects on several pivotal moments when he wasn’t ready, but still pushed forward and built the fastest growing brewery in the country. From building a product with no previous experience to developing brand perception and advertising campaigns that are about more than awareness to launching in-store with one of the most esteemed retailers in the world (hint: think about what THEIR goals are), Joe shares lessons for entrepreneurs and business leaders that will help unlock growth potential by changing your mindset to prioritize momentum. Stop waiting and start going.
Nov 15, 2025 · 1078
Congress just set an end date for hemp-THC businesses like mine. Here's why that's a good thing.
A provision in the legislation that ended the federal government shutdown will close the loophole in the 2018 Farm Bill that allowed for hemp-derived THC and CBD products to become a $30 billion industry. This could destroy businesses like Easy Man, one of the very first non-alcoholic beers that is micro-dosed with THC and CBD, and Craftsmith, a contract beverage manufacturer that serves this growing industry. But the threat of prohibition is actually an opportunity for regulation that would supercharge the industry. Whether you’re one of the tens of millions of Americans who use hemp-derived THC-CBD products, or a business operating in the space, this timely episode gives critical perspective to this sudden change from an industry insider, including: - the health benefits of CBD - the market differentiation between kinds of cannabis and hemp customers - the motivations and needs of major businesses within the industry, including distributors who control how alcohol and THC/CBD beverages get to the market - why alcohol sales are declining and the investor demands to offset those losses easy-to-understand benefits of government regulation - why innovative entrepreneurs have an opportunity to drive change now
Nov 8, 2025 · 783
How Our Business of Inclusion Accidentally Excluded Most Potential Customers
Signaling the opposite of what we were known for increased our overall sales, but why? Would you rather be 1 of 5 businesses in your category, or 1 of 10,000? The answer surprised Joe and revealed a way to hack deep-seated customer psychology that transformed a key segment of his start-up business and expanded our total addressable market. Not only did the change drive sales and enable the business to scale, but it reduced staff anxiety, energized the customer experience, and established a partnership with a would-be competitor. Key Questions and Take-Aways: - Is your market differentiator too isolating? Your unique identity, may be too unique for the market you need to grow your business. - What good is acting inclusive if you’re signaling service to only a small customer base? Do more good by being relevant to more people. - How can solving operational issues to scale your business also mature your brand’s identity as the business grows? Treat customer awareness like an inventory resource. - What happens when you see other businesses in your space like your customers do: not as competitors but as complements? (Hint: growth in new markets.)
Nov 1, 2025 · 1016
Why Do CEOs and Entrepreneurs See MBAs Differently?
Candid Career Advice that Every Business Student Should Hear Right Now College debt has grown by 43% in the last decade, but another investment metric that young people in the early stages of their careers need to consider is time. How are you spending it to get the education you need to reach your goals? With the fast-paced changes coming from the AI revolution how you get skills, whether in the classroom or through on-the-job experience can make a huge difference to your future marketability as an employee who can bring value to a business. Joe shares his perspective as an entrepreneur, as a C-suite executive in a publicly-traded company and most importantly as someone who has been hiring recent MBAs. Key Questions and Discussion: - What has higher ROI: skills or degrees? - Is specialization enough if AI is coming for your job? - What does it actually mean to follow your passion? - What’s the real value of an MBA ... to your employer? - What’s the no bullshit difference between a CEO and an entrepreneur?
Oct 25, 2025 · 842
When Not Knowing The "Rules" Becomes Your Superpower
The Unbelievable Story of Cliff Young Is a Lesson for All Entrepreneurs When a 61-year-old Australian potato farmer named Cliff Young showed up to run a 540-mile ultra-marathon in rain boots, everyone laughed. Joe unpacks the unlikely legend of Cliff Young and what his story reveals about innovation, disruption, and the power of not knowing the “right” way to do things. From herding sheep to building startups, this conversation traces how not knowing the rules can become your biggest advantage. 5 Key Takeaways: - Ignorance can be an advantage. Maybe you see the norms and then break them, but what if you never see them at all? - Everyone does it the same way until... someone does it differently, and better. And that changes everything. - Disruption is about context. The biggest innovations often come from those who see how the world is changing. - Results beat credentials. Cliff’s steady “shuffle” outlasted the pros. A start-up beats a publicly-traded company. - Belief is fuel. Whether it’s a marathon or a new venture, conviction can carry you farther than credentials. And having a chip on your shoulder doesn’t hurt. With references to Uber, Airbnb, Go Brewing, Easy Man and Dealer Inspire.
Oct 18, 2025 · 951
How Accepting a Gift I Didn't Know I Needed Changed My Life
A Story About Sales, Service, Generosity and Being Open to the Unfamiliar Joe shares how a small gesture from a customer early in his career—a box of CDs—shifted his entire mindset about success, leadership, and service. This story traces how a simple act of generosity helped shape the principles behind Go Brewing and the belief that helping others get what they want is the real key to getting ahead. 5 Takeaways: 1. Accept the unexpected. The smallest gifts can hold the biggest lessons—if you’re open to them. 2. Succeed by helping others. Success follows from making others’ lives better. 3. Connection beats persuasion. Great sales—and relationships—start with relatability. 4. Ask boldly. Sometimes all it takes is the courage to simply ask for what you want. 5. Pay it forward. When generosity shapes your actions, opportunity has a way of finding you again and again. Shout-outs to Zig Ziglar, Ford and Alex Banayan.
Oct 11, 2025 · 749
But what are you REALLY afraid of? What happens when you go towards what scares you.
Pulling a trailer, running a marathon, starting a business: how doing the thing exposes fear for what it really is. Joe reflects on how fear shows up in both everyday challenges and defining moments—from business risks to personal tests of endurance and everyday fitness routines. He shares how discomfort and uncertainty are often part of the process of learning, not signals to stop. From anecdotes about nearly crashing a trailer while driving on the highway, to feeling like an imposter amongst marathon runners, to intimate observations as a parent watching his kids struggle, Joe shares hard-won stories and subtle realizations about how his relationship to fear guides his actions and motivates his ”Go Mindset.” 5 Key Takeaways 1. Action is the antidote to fear. You can’t think your way past it—you have to do the thing. 2. Don’t give fear a voice. The more you speak your doubts, the more they echo back. 3. Experience teaches what theory can’t. No book or video replaces what you learn by trying. 4. Curiosity beats perfection. Wondering “what if I could?” gets you moving faster than waiting until everything’s right. 5. Fear fades with familiarity. What once felt impossible becomes manageable once you’ve faced it—even if the trailer falls off twice.
Oct 4, 2025 · 936
I Met with OpenAI. Here's What Business Leaders Need To Know Now (and what I'm skeptical about)
Will your business show-up in AI search? Here’s the test... AI is rewriting the rules of search — and business owners can’t afford to ignore it. Joe had a private meeting with execs from OpenAI (ChatGPT) and cuts through the noise to share how businesses need to adapt. From optimizing websites for AI engines to creating content that actually goes from discoverability to relevancy, we break down the shift from Google to ChatGPT, Claude, and beyond — and why it matters for your business right now. 5 Key Takeaways: - AI will be the new search engine — queries are increasingly starting in ChatGPT or Claude, not Google, and the difference in user experience should inform your business strategy. - Your website is (still) your foundation — clear, structured, modern sites rank better with AI-driven engines, so don’t get cute with content. - Platforms matter — Shopify is building AI integrations; outdated systems could leave you invisible. (And this isn’t just an e-commerce concern.) - Content wins — original, relevant writing will still drive organic traffic but will also create engagement WITHIN AI. (Hint: quality over quantity, but quantity too.) - Pro tip: Publishing directly within AI platforms like Claude is a current hack to boost visibility (and that’s the low-friction way toward quantity). Plus Joe leverages his expertise in SEO and digital marketing to assess the fast-moving impacts of AI search and offer actionable tactics to test go-to-market strategies right now.
Sep 27, 2025 · 733
A Warning for Entrepreneurs: When Leaders Become Managers Business Growth is at Risk
What makes a great leader different from a great manager? Joe confesses why one-on-ones drain him, what he learned in the Boardroom of a publicly-traded company about persistence, and how changing environments can unlock hidden potential -- especially with support from good managers. Key Takeaways: - CEOs and entrepreneurs need to know the difference between leadership and management (and then prioritize their roles accordingly). - How recurring 1-on-1 meetings can become a waste of time—and the alternative that works better. - How changing environments helps people see -- and know -- what they couldn’t before. - Why making others look good isn’t just cynical career growth advice. Plus Joe shares real-life observations from the boardroom that have shaped his leadership style as an entrepreneur: be persistent, give tough feedback well, and trust your direct reports to get sh*t done.
Sep 20, 2025 · 718
Unlock Value & Scale Faster By Betting On People Not Just Plans
Joe dives into the art (and risk) of hiring ahead of where your business is today. From bringing in talent before the role exists to structuring equity and vesting agreements, we explore how the right people can accelerate growth—or hold you back. Learn how to balance vision with reality when building your team. 5 Key Takeaways: - Hire forward, not backward: Bringing in talent for where you’re headed—not just what you can afford today—can unlock faster growth. - Roles can follow people: Sometimes the right person shapes the role, not the other way around. - Know when to find partners vs. contractors: Equity can fill critical gaps when you can’t pay market salaries. - Use vesting to de-risk equity grant: Protect both founders and hires by aligning incentives over time. - Disruption requires buy-in: A great team challenges norms but stays aligned with the CEO’s long-term vision.
Sep 13, 2025 · 739
The Surprising Clue To Spot Conflict Before It Becomes Systemic (and how to solve it)
The Leadership Hack to Turn Discomfort Into Collaboration Conflict is inevitable as teams grow—but how you handle it makes all the difference. Joe describes real-life examples of why ambiguity is the root of many workplace tensions, how to spot it early, and the fastest way to resolve issues before they spiral. From surprise three-way calls that cut through the noise to creating space for empathy, you’ll hear practical strategies for quickly turning conflict into collaboration. Key Takeaways: - Ambiguity is an early warning sign: conflict often comes from poor communication and can turn into ”us” vs. ”them.” - Speed wins: the quicker you address an issue, the less damage it causes. - Being direct can be uncomfortable: and that tension can drive effective change. - Encourage open dialogue: empower teams to solve problems without escalation.
Sep 6, 2025 · 1114
The 1 Question for Founders That Will Redefine How You Spend Time
How to unlock enterprise value, delegate effectively & adapt systems to match goals We dive into the most persistent question every founder faces: ”where should you really spend your time?” From making pizzas in the early days to building national marketing campaigns, Joe shares how he decides what drives enterprise value, how he makes delegation an effective priority, and how to balance what fuels you with what fuels the business. 5 Key Takeaways: - Every “yes” is also a “no”: time is your scarcest resource. When you say yes to one thing you are saying no to something else. Choose wisely. - Delegate early in the day to unlock team productivity: if you’re the bottleneck, everything slows down. - Get in the weeds with curiosity: you don’t need to know it all, but you need to bring broad perspective to seemingly small decisions. - Reevaluate goals often: what mattered last year may not matter today and so your processes may be outdated. - Processes are hidden resources: multiply time and enterprise value. Plus Joe makes a confession about being the Chief Optimist.
Aug 30, 2025 · 742
When "Brilliant" Ideas Bomb: Critical Lessons for Escaping Your Own Bias
What We Learned When No One Wanted What We Loved (and how that saved us money!) A/B testing online for customer preferences was a tried and true strategy for Joe as he built websites and digital marketing campaigns in the automotive space, but how could he apply those lessons for CPG retail in the ”real world?” He shares a wake-up moment as a founder about confidence, bias, and the importance of testing ideas before scaling. From launching a canned water experiment that looked clever on paper—but creeped people out in real life—to uncovering what customers actually want, this conversation is packed with lessons for entrepreneurs who think their “gut” is enough. 5 Key Takeaways: - Your confidence doesn’t equal customer preference: Watch, listen and learn from your customers especially in early stages of product development. - How to test in the real world to prevent expensive mistakes: simple DIY experiments can yield valuable insights. - If you’re inside the bottle, you can’t read the label: Good branding is important but being overly clever can backfire when customers don’t “get it.” - Data beats opinions: whether from surveys, ads, or in-person experiments you don’t need a lot of data to make better decisions and you’ve got no excuse for not collecting data. - Tips to avoid paralysis by analysis: meet your customers where they are, test only what matters, and keep going.
Aug 23, 2025 · 1157
How I lost 50 lbs in 6-months and designed a health routine that saved my life
Tips to Approach Diet & Fitness: Test, Track & Take Action Now Joe gets candid about his journey from neglecting fitness while grinding to grow his business to losing 45 pounds, running marathons, and sustaining healthier habits as a leader, father, and husband. In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked connection between entrepreneurship and personal health. We break down the myths of “perfect routines,” why waiting until “next week” never works, and how small changes with realistic expectations can transform both your health and your business. Plus Joe shares his own shortcomings to help others assess what’s right for their own lifestyles. Key Take-Aways: - Start Now, Not “Next Week:” Putting off health until “Monday” or “after the holiday” is just a delay tactic. If you don’t tolerate delays in your business, why would you delay making changes to improve your health? - Better Health = Better Leadership: Prioritizing fitness and diet leads to greater energy, mental clarity, and confidence, directly impacting performance as an entrepreneur. - Sleep Is the Foundation: Without adequate rest, exercise and nutrition won’t deliver results—protect your sleep first. - In Your Diet, Track Weeks, Not Days: Weight loss and body transformation are 90% diet; tracking calories and protein intake is a game-changer, but you have to track results over weeks, not days. - Accountability Creates Momentum: Challenges, races, or workout partners provide the structure and motivation to stick with new habits.
Aug 16, 2025 · 1271
These Hard-to-Believe Moments Made Me a Better Entrepreneur (AMA)
In an Ask-Me-Anything episode Joe shares intimate stories from behind the scenes of starting and running his businesses including the surreal moment of getting a $200+ Million offer and when the only solution was to call a spiritual healer to cleanse the business. Key Take-Aways For Entrepreneurs: - Measuring growth in thirds to find the right balance - Why you should keep banging on the doors of opportunity - How to handle wins that validate risk and losses that can’t be corrected - How losing key employees can be a time to reset operational needs - Having an optimistic attitude to protect against unpredictable setbacks
Aug 9, 2025 · 822
Run Smarter Facebook Ads: How I Hacked the Algo
Hijacking Super Bowl Commercials. Brand vs. Performance Marketing. Social Proofs Ads vs. Demographic Targeting. Feeling stuck on how to start marketing on Facebook, Instagram or Google? Joe cuts through the noise to share a simple, battle-tested early-stage business strategy. Learn how to build buzz, drive sales, and make every dollar work harder—without falling into the common traps that drain budgets. From hijacking big brand moments to letting the algorithm find your perfect customer, this episode gives you the blueprint to build your brand and drive sales. Key Takeaways: - Brand + Performance: Master the two-part formula for awareness and sales. - PR is your secret weapon—and your ad content goldmine. - Ride the wave of competitor campaigns and cultural moments (Go Brewing landing pages vs. Heineken Zero Super Bowl commercials). - Feed the algorithm with creative variety, not guesses at demographic targeting. - What metrics to measure so your ads pay for themselves. Joe shares expert advice based on his experience building and selling two companies that were at the forefront of digital marketing, as well as real-world examples building a non-alcoholic beverage company that sells online.
Aug 2, 2025 · 885
The Set-and-Forget Playbook for 30% More Revenue (Already Hidden in Your Business)
Build Email Flows that Unlock Value, Drive Sales & Create Relationships The most undervalued resource of your business is probably your ability to contact customers directly so why would you spend money to drive people to your website or store if you can’t stay in touch with them? In this episode Joe explains why you shouldn’t spend money on ads until you build a system to earn customers’ contact information and then send emails (or text messages) that will: - turn visitors into customers - create long-lasting customer relationships - uncover customer insight that will help improve your product or service - reduce your advertising costs - develop social proof to validate your business Joe shares a behind-the-curtain look at the automated email flows that he developed for Go Brewing and Easy Man, but these practical tips can apply to any business even ones that are not in e-commerce.
Jul 26, 2025 · 618
Do This Before Spending ANY Money on Ads
In this episode, Joe explains what many startups fail to do before they spend their first dollar on ads. From crafting a clear value proposition to optimizing your website for the buyer’s journey, you’ll learn how to build a brand experience that converts. Using real examples—like the launch of Easy Man, a hemp-derived THC beverage—we explore the importance of testing, simple UX, lead capture, and focusing on one customer persona. Whether you’re a first-time founder or scaling an e-commerce brand, this episode reveals the foundation you must build before launching any campaign. Get the infrastructure right—then go grow.
Jul 19, 2025 · 935
How to Know If Your Idea Is Worth Building (Without Spending a Dime)
In this episode, we dismantle the myth that market research requires big budgets or third-party consultants. Instead, Joe breaks down a founder-tested approach to validating ideas using nothing more than a spreadsheet, common sense, and hard-earned insight. We walk through: Why you don’t need fancy market research to validate your idea—just your brain and Google. How to use pricing data and margin math to identify viable product opportunities. The crucial decision between co-manufacturing vs. in-house production and its long-term implications. Why subscriptions can be a game-changer, and how Go Brewing built its recurring revenue from day one. The overlooked cost of customer acquisition and why owning your data (email, SMS) trumps retail or Amazon-only models. How products like Jolie and Liquid Death disrupted legacy categories by reframing formats and lifestyle positioning. The reality of building something ahead of its time—including the lonely early days of Go Brewing’s non-alcoholic taproom. A candid take on why great product ＞ great marketing—you can’t market your way out of mediocrity. The takeaway? You don’t need permission or perfection to start—you need proof. And you can get that by doing the work yourself before hiring or scaling.
Jul 12, 2025 · 1017
The Real Reason You Haven’t Started
You’ve got the idea. You’ve done the research. So why are you still waiting? Go Brewing’s founder breaks down the psychology that keeps most people stuck in the ”someday” phase - and the exact questions he asks himself before taking the leap. From validating passion over market size to why your first-year budget is probably wrong, this episode tackles the gap between wanting to start and actually starting. Plus: the brutal reality of letting go early employees, why fighting business problems makes them worse, and how to know when you’re ready to risk it all.
Jul 5, 2025 · 281
Doing this one thing can save you millions in taxes
Want to save $$$ on taxes when you sell your startup? 🚀 Listen to Joe’s game-changing advice on using this exclusion and why hiring the right attorney could save you millions later!
Jun 29, 2025 · 1204
Go Find Your Way
Where does ambition really come from? Joe and his cohost explore the messy reality behind entrepreneurial success—from studying 15 seconds at a time on the assembly line to scaling Go Brewing while juggling new systems. Real talk on why ”work-life balance” is BS, how spite can fuel success, and why you need to stop waiting and go find your own way.
Nov 23, 2022 · 3092
Creating the Iron Cowboy with World Record Holder James Lawrence
James Lawrence, "The Iron Cowboy," and Joe sit down to discuss many topics, including a part of his story that isn't well known, Ironman training, mental toughness, and so much more. More info at https://www.notalmostthere.com https://www.gobrewing.com https://www.ironcowboy.com/ https://chicagosep.com/contact-patrick-quinn/
Aug 8, 2022 · 4772
Focus On The Process with Daniel Cnossen, Navy Seal and Olympian
Dan Cnossen is a Navy Seal, Paralympic gold Medalist, and leadership guru. Dan became a Navy Seal in 2003. Over the next six years, Dan was deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan and rose in rank to become the officer-in-charge of an 18-man SEAL platoon. In 2009, Dan was deployed to Afghanistan, into an area of heavy combat. There, on a night mission in the mountains, he stepped on an IED, losing both legs in the blast. He would later be awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star with Valor. As part of his rehab, he was introduced to the sports of cross-country skiing and biathlon. Never one to shy from a challenge, he eventually earned a spot on the 2014 U.S. Paralympic Team. At the 2018 Paralympic Games Dan stole the show, remarkably winning one gold, four silver and one bronze medal over a period of eight days earning the honor of Best Male Athlete of The Games. IN THIS EPISODE…Dan Cnossen shares his incredibly heroic story of enduring the unthinkable while serving as a Navy Seal; stepping on a pressure plate that forever changed his life. He shares with Joe how he was able to take this seemingly insurmountable set back and pushed himself to train and become an Paralympic gold medalist as well as a public speaker and leadership guru. 🔍 Breakdown with Dan Cnossen:Chapter 1 (0:00): Introduction Chapter 2 (1:53) Joining the seal team Chapter 3 (10:35) Learning leadership ideals from seals Chapter 4 (16:27) The BUDS experience Chapter 5 (24:55) Mental tools used to get through BUDS Chapter 6 (30:39) First years as a seal Chapter 7 (36:37) What Afghanistan was like Chapter 8 (41:18) The explosion Chapter 9 (49:45) The hard road of recovery Chapter 10 (57:27) Finding a future in sports Chapter 11 (70:10) Mindset through challenges Chapter 12 (77:24) Closing Remarks 📞 Connect with Dan Cnossen→https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-cnossen-75b9181ab→https://dancnossen.com→https://www.teamusa.org/usparanordicskiing/athletes/Dan-Cnossen 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Apr 27, 2022 · 3826
The Science of Motivation with Author, PhD Professor at the University of Chicago, and Past President of the Society for the Study of Motivation, Ayelet Fishbach
Ayelet Fishbach PhD, is the Professor of Behavioral Science and Marketing at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and the past president of the Society for the Study of Motivation and the International Social Cognition Network (ISCON). She is an expert on motivation and decision making and the author of Get it Done: Surprising Lessons from the Science of Motivation. Ayelet’s groundbreaking research on human motivation has won her several international awards, including the Society of Experimental Social Psychology’s Best Dissertation Award and Career Trajectory Award, and the Fulbright Educational Foundation Award. IN THIS EPISODE…Joe discusses with Ayelet, who has dedicated her life to the science behind motivation and most recently published a book they get into today, how to best set yourself up for success in your personal goal setting. In this conversation, you will understand how to set goals you will stick with, focus on success in the middle of the journey of your goals, as the beginning and end tend to be blissful, and of course, significant strategy and tips you can start using today. 🔍 Breakdown with Ayelet Fishbach:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionChapter 2 (3:11) Creating an environment for goalsChapter 3 (10:10) Understanding how to craft goalsChapter 4 (18:17) Empathy gapChapter 5 (23:32) Do and don’t goalsChapter 6 (31:38) Intrinsic motivationChapter 7 (40:25) Recapping identifying goalsChapter 8 (49:13) Instant gratificationChapter 9 (54:47) Planning for future successChapter 10 (63:55) Closing Remarks Material Referenced in this interview:→Get It Done by Ayelet Fishback→https://www.ayeletfishbach.com 📞 Connect with Ayelet Fishbach→https://www.instagram.com/ayeletfishbach→https://www.facebook.com/ayeletfishbach.getitdone→https://twitter.com/ayeletfishbach→https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-fishbach-b32a8b4 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Mar 12, 2022 · 4020
Find A Way with Amy Purdy three-time World Cup para-snowboard gold medalist
Amy Purdy is the top-ranked female adaptive snowboarder in the U.S., a three-time World Cup para-snowboard gold medalist, the 2014 Paralympic bronze medalist, and the founder of Adaptive Action Sports, a nonprofit organization that helps youth, young adults, and wounded veterans with physical disabilities get involved with action sports. She is a professional motivational speaker who has been featured at both TEDx and Pop Tech and is also an actress, model, dancer, clothing designer, and experienced product spokesperson. Amy was the breakout star and a finalist on season 18 of Dancing with the Stars. IN THIS EPISODE…Amy shares with Joe her story. She found herself in a seemingly insurmountable life situation at age 19, Amy contracted a virus that lead to the amputation of both of her legs. Not only does she share her feelings and the timeline of events of this life-changing moment, but most importantly, she shares how she was not only able to overcome the obstacles in her way, but dominate every goal she set for herself. 🔍 Breakdown with Amy Purdy:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Amy and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:06) Recapping her storyAmy contracted meningitis at the age of 19 and in a 48 hour time frame she found herself fighting for her life. Chapter 3 (10:10) Premonition from an unlikely sourceWhile Amy shares a lot of her story, today she shared a story she hadn’t before. She was given a premonition from a massage therapist. Chapter 4 (20:56) Spirituality intertwined with this life-changing eventAnyone would find themselves in depression or having feelings of inability to move on, but not Amy. Chapter 5 (24:15) Coming to terms with amputationAmy didn’t lose her legs immediately when she was admitted to the hospital, and she shares how she received the news. Chapter 6 (31:51) SnowboardingSnowboarding was always something Amy had a passion for and was not going to allow her amputation or a lack of equipment to stand in her way. Chapter 7 (37:32) The power of being presentAmy’s mother demonstrated to Amy the power of positive thought and being present. Amy’s mother wouldn’t allow anyone with negative thoughts around her daughter. Chapter 8 (46:02) Dancing with the starsThis was not an easy experience, but a very rewarding one. Once again Amy found herself in a situation where she had to get creative and engineer this opportunity. Chapter 9 (59:34) What’s nextAmy embodies the “not almost there” mindset, and isn’t done yet. She is still setting goals and plans to crush them in 2022. Chapter 10 (63:55) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→On My Own Two Feet by Amy Purdy→https://amypurdy.com 📞 Connect with Amy Purdy→https://www.instagram.com/amypurdygurl→https://www.facebook.com/AmyPurdyGurl→https://twitter.com/AmyPurdyGurl→https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-purdy-3055a343 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Feb 19, 2022 · 3104
Building Good Habits with Wendy Wood
Dr. Wendy Wood is a best-selling author and Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California. Given her research over the past 30 years, she is widely considered the world's scientific expert on habit formation and change. She has published over 100 articles, and her research has been supported by Proctor & Gamble, National Science Foundation, the Templeton Foundation, and the Radcliffe Institute. She is the author of Good Habits, Bad Habits. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, Washington Post, on radio shows like Freakanomics, and in podcasts like the People’s Pharmacy. A 2008 Radcliffe Institute Fellow, and 2018 Distinguished Chair of Behavioral Science at the Sorbonne/INSEAD in Paris, Wood has advised the World Bank, the Centers for Disease Control, and industries such as Proctor & Gamble and Lever Bros. In 2018, she gave the inaugural address in Paris for the Sorbonne-INSEAD Distinguished Chair in Behavioral Science. IN THIS EPISODE…Wendy and Joe talk about her research and ideas in her book, Good Habits, Bad Habits: The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick. Wendy Wood describes the “what the hell” effect when it comes to dieting and so many more case studies she shares with us. The best part of today’s episode is you will take away so many actionable tips you can start using today. 🔍 Breakdown with Wendy Wood:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Wendy and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:54) Relationship with resolutonsNew Year's resolutions have a tendency to fail and Wendy explains to Joe why and the science behind it. Chapter 3 (5:09) Making new habits stickYou need to create habits that are not just occasional practices, but ones that will become second nature. Chapter 4 (9:23) Instant gratificationWe are a society of instant gratification and instant results. Habits take time to form and that is important to understand. Chapter 5 (15:30) Time for a habit to stickThere are many conflicting anecdotal thoughts on how long it takes a habit to stick, however, Wendy has significant research to answer this question. Chapter 6 (26:08) Eliminate frictionWhen creating a new habit, one of the most important aspects is to remove friction. Understanding your environment and removing obstacles is best. Chapter 7 (34:47) Consistency and bad habitsYou need to stick with it. Consistency will help you with your new good habits but can also keep you stuck in bad habits. Chapter 8 (42:29) Vietnam studyThere is an incredible study around drug use and soldiers from Vietnam. The research shows the importance of the environment. Chapter 9 (46:56) Influences around usSocial media can be a major influence and habit in our lives. It can be so important to make sure we are putting up boundaries. Chapter 10 (50:11) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→Good Habits Bad Habits by Wendy Wood→https://goodhabitsbadhabits.com 📞 Connect with Wendy Wood→https://www.instagram.com/profwendywood→https://www.facebook.com/GoodHabitsBadHabits→https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-wood-15180a15→https://twitter.com/ProfWendyWood 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Feb 2, 2022 · 4861
Not Done Yet with Emmy Award Winner Alan Krashesky
Alan Krashesky is an Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist. As ABC 7's primary news anchor, he currently co-anchors three of ABC 7's top-rated weekday newscasts at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 10 p.m. Among Chicago's most trusted news anchors, Krashesky is well-known and respected for both his news anchoring and news reporting. Every newscast he has anchored has consistently been rated No. 1 in the Chicago market. He joined ABC 7 as a general assignment reporter in 1982. Krashesky's reporting in Chicago and abroad has earned high praise. He has earned numerous Chicago Midwest Emmy Awards and a Chicago Headline Club Peter Lisagor Award. He is considered one of the top reporters in the market to cover major domestic and international stories. He gained his first broadcasting experience in college when he was a news anchor on WICB-FM radio in Ithaca, New York. In addition to his career accomplishments, Krashesky has a long and outstanding history of volunteering his personal time for community service. He serves as a mentor for students interested in broadcast journalism and is a local spokesperson for Alzheimer's disease. He is also a member of the Chicago Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences and the Society of Professional Journalists. Krashesky was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but attended the Milton Hershey School in Hershey, Pennsylvania, a residential school for children with financial and social needs. IN THIS EPISODE…Joe and Alan talk about his impressive career, Alan has been a news anchor for almost 40 years. While the news, its content, and digging into the idea of truth in media is a part of the conversation, Alan’s personal story is also incredibly important. Alan talks about his upbringing and how a horrible tragedy led to a life path, while may seem unorthodox, ultimately gave him the stability he needed to become the successful person he is today. Alan advocates for forward progress over perfection. Goals are important, but things can happen along the way that can take you down a different path. 🔍 Breakdown with Alan Krashesky:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Alan and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Alan’s early lifeAlan’s father was taken from him too soon. His mother could not handle taking care of her children alone, so Alan was sent to an all boys school Chapter 3 (22:29) Letter to his wifeWhile a young man, Alan met his now wife at a time where there was no social media and they corresponded with hand written letters. Chapter 4 (24:36) Decisions pave the wayYou often cannot connect the dots by looking forward, only by looking back. You may not know why an event is happening in your life until it has passed you. Chapter 5 (33:55) Crime and media coverageAlan was a victim of a terrible crime and therefore is able to bring his empathy and compassion to the stories he tells. Chapter 6 (60:12) How to process live informationBeing on air and gettinig information live can be stressful, but Alan explains how he is able to manage and recover from any mistakes. Chapter 7 (65:41) Leadership and finding the we vs meYou are only as good as the team around you. Make sure you are finding the right people to surround yourself with. Chapter 8 (65:41) Finding truth in the newsThe most important point to keep in mind, is your source of truth. Also you need to keep in mind affiliations surrounding your media. Chapter 9 (70:52) Critics of the world Developing thick skin is important and to learn the importance of not giving attention to negativity. Chapter 10 (77:59) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→Channel 7 News→https://www.mhskids.org/ 📞 Connect with Alan Krashesky→https://www.instagram.com/alan_krashesky→https://www.facebook.com/krashesky→https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-krashesky-4714368→https://twitter.com/KrasheskyABC7 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link →
Jan 17, 2022 · 3414
Leadership with Jocko Willink, Navy Seal Commander, Author and Entrepreneur
Jocko Willink is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer, co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Extreme Ownership, Dichotomy of Leadership, host of the top-rated Jocko Podcast, and co-founder of Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor. Jocko spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, starting as an enlisted SEAL and rising through the ranks to become a SEAL officer. Jocko returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams. There, he spearheaded the development of leadership training and personally instructed and mentored the next generation of SEAL leaders who have continued to perform with great success on the battlefield. Jocko is the recipient of the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, and numerous other personal and unit awards. Upon retiring from the Navy, Jocko co-founded Echelon Front, a premier leadership consulting company, where he teaches the leadership principles he learned on the battlefield to help others lead and win. Jocko also authored the Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual, a New York Times Bestseller. IN THIS EPISODE… Jocko and Joe talk about the origin of Jocko’s propensity for leadership. Jocko also talks about his time in the Navy Seals and how serving our country was a natural calling for him. He shares stories and insights he has learned from being in the Navy Seals for 20 years, and as an entrepreneur, including a story about how Jocko handles dealing with someone coming at you heated - his insight was spot on. 🔍 Breakdown with Jocko Willink:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Jocko and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Serving in the militaryServing for over 20 years is something that Jocko views as an honor. He felt he was always called to serve and was happy to do so. Chapter 3 (8:12) Becoming an officerOnce Jocko became a leader within the seals, he shares his experience on how he was able to fill that role. Chapter 4 (14:47) Leadership in businessOnce Jocko was ending his career in the military he began a consultative career in leadership through the experience he gained while serving. Chapter 5 (25:39) Themes from corporationsEven though you may imagine the corporate world to be different from the military, there are actually more similarities. Chapter 6 (32:40) Finding Jiu-JitsuJiu-Jitsu was a profound experience for Jocko. It was a practice that combined all the practices and lessons he had learned throughout his life. Chapter 7 (42:47) Importance of breathingJocko didn’t have a major epiphany surrounding breathing, but he finds that not allowing panic to set in during a situation is what helps keep control. Chapter 8 (49:08) Prioritize your dayOrganizing your day is running an efficient team. Use the four laws of combat, cover, move, prioritize, decentralize command. Chapter 9 (54:38) New productsPrioritize time for everything. Jocko needs to plan time to come up with new ideas and then allows his team to run with the plan. Chapter 10 (58:33) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→About Face by David H. Hackworth→Breath by Rickson Gracie→Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin 📞 Connect with Jocko Willink→https://www.instagram.com/jockowillink/?hl=en→https://www.facebook.com/jkowillink→https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocko-willink-260b289→https://echelonfront.com 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Dec 31, 2021 · 1795
Make a Change with the Legend Tony Hawk
Tony Hawk is a professional skateboarder and actor. He started at the age of nine when he got his older brother’s blue fiberglass skateboard. He used to practice at the now-defunct Oasis Skatepark at the age of 12, performing maneuvers well beyond his age. By the time he was 16 years old, he had become a professional skateboarder. With time, he was able to start his own skateboarding company called ‘BirdHouse,’ along with compatriot Per Welinder. He also initiated his own series of video games, 16 titles of which have been released since 1999. Through his own YouTube channel called Ride, he hosts various shows and has teamed up with several artists and musicians who have been inspired by skating. He has started the Tony Hawk Foundation for building skateparks for the underprivileged. IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sets the story of his conversation with Tony and explains how he made a big mistake. From there the interview starts, and Tony Hawk shares with Joe some of his most memorable moments from movie sets, the pride of watching his daughter drop in for the first time, and the mentality we need to take while covid has made a major impact on us all. 🔍 Breakdown with Tony Hawk:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Tony and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (): Lessons LearnedLessons Joe learned throughout his first year podcasting Chapter 3 (2:00): Learning an ollieThe conversation with Tony starts off with Joe talking about learning his first skateboard trick Chapter 4 (5:43): Inventing new tricksInventing a new trick can be difficult and Tony explains his process Chapter 5 (11:58): Daughters accomplishmentTony’s daughter accomplished her first drop-in! Chapter 6 (17:04): Being on movie setsThere have been several movie sets Tony has been a part of and he shares his experiences Chapter 7 (22:13): What covid has taught TonyThe crazy pandemic has taught us all a mind shift, and Tony explains what it has taught him Chapter 8 (25:53) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→https://skatepark.org→Daddy’s Home - Movie→Gleaming the Cube - Movie 📞 Connect with Tony Hawk→https://www.instagram.com/tonyhawk→https://www.facebook.com/TonyHawk→https://twitter.com/tonyhawk→https://tonyhawk.com 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→http://twitter.com/joechura
Dec 23, 2021 · 3524
I‘m Possible with Richard Antione White
Richard Antoine White is an author, inspirational speaker, and professional musician. He is currently the principal tubist of the Santa Fe Symphony and is in his 10th season as principal tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic. He's also the first African American musician in the United States to earn a doctorate in tuba performance and is now a professor of tuba at the University of New Mexico. With over two decades of performing on the world’s classical music stages, tubist Richard White has matured into a musician known for his clear sound and stylistic flexibility. He began his tuba studies with Ed. Goldstein at age twelve at The Baltimore School for the Performing Arts, where he graduated with honors. He then went to the Peabody Conservatory of Music to study with David Fedderly (Principal Tubist, Baltimore Symphony) where he received his Bachelor’s degree. On the advice of Mr. Fedderly, Richard traveled to Indiana University to study with the legendary Professor Daniel Perantoni. He continued his studies there receiving both his Master’s and Doctoral degrees. IN THIS EPISODE…Dr. White shares his incredible life journey from being homeless with his mother on the streets of Baltimore to being the principal tubist of the Santa Fe Symphony and principal tubist of the New Mexico Philharmonic. As you can imagine there is a remarkable amount of life experience and lessons learned, and community found from his beginning to where he is now, and that journey is what RAW Tuba shares today. He isn’t done with his goals yet, he also shares a big new way to give back through the RAW Tuba Ranch. 🔍 Breakdown with Dr. Richard Antione White:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Richard and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Richard’s beginningRichard and his mother were homeless on the streets of Baltimore. He had a rough start in life and was a small child primarily on his own. Chapter 3 (7:05) Being taken away During the blizzard of 1978 Richard couldn’t find his mother, so he curled up in a building vestibule. He was found and it was decided that his mother was unfit for his care. Chapter 4 (12:51) Starting schoolAfter being taken in by his grandparents, they quickly realized he had not had any schooling. They got him enrolled and it was a major adjustment. Chapter 5 (16:02) Finding musicWith his stature, Richard tried to go out for sports but quickly realized music is what fueled him the most. Chapter 6 (21:22) Auditioning for new schoolQuickly Richard and his parents could see he was outgrowing the public school he was at, so they arranged for him to audition for the Baltimore School of the Arts. Chapter 7 (29:38) work ethic and practiceThere is no cheating hard work and practice. Richard makes sure to prioritize practicing and scheduling workouts to keep up his abilities. Chapter 8 (34:24) Connecting with his brotherHis mom had one more son, and although they were estranged for the first decade of their lives, they found each other and bonded over their shared love of music. Chapter 9 (38:38) Finding his fatherRichard’s dad was in jail from the moment he was born. One day at one of Richard’s performances a man in the audience stood up and introduced himself. Chapter 10 (44:33) DoctorateHe almost wasn’t able to get his doctorate with all the time in between professional musician jobs. Chapter 11 (48:02) Writing I’m PossibleAfter watching the documentary that was created Richard knew he had to write his story and get it on paper. Chapter 12 (55:06) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→I’m Possible by Richard Antione White→The Wire - HBO TV→Whiplash - Movie 📞 Connect with Richard Antione White→https://www.instagram.com/raw_tuba→https://www.facebook.com/RAWTUBA→https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-white-15a054214→https://rawtuba.com 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect
Dec 13, 2021 · 2833
No Limit Running with Eric Deeter
Eric Deeter is an ultramarathon runner, podcaster, Mindset coach, and an advocate for running barefoot. Eric Deeter didn’t set out to run ultramarathons. He was trying to break out of the limiting beliefs that had limited his success for decades. He’d read all the self-help books. Attended mastermind seminars. Written and recited positive affirmations, but nothing worked. Then, in 2017, he learned a simple meditation that helped him unwind the stories of false humility lodged in his subconscious. He achieved his weight-loss goal that had eluded him for 15 years all through ChiRunning. The next day he ran his first mile on the trails, and never looked back. He went on to complete a 50-mile race, and after a failed attempt, complete his first of many 100 mile runs. Eric works with his clients as a ChiRunning instructor to help them develop the mindset to change their stories and self-talk so they can do more and go farther than they ever imagined. IN THIS EPISODE… In today’s episode, Joe and Eric dive into how he got into Ultra Marathons because let’s face it, it is a unique individual that decides they are going to run a 100-mile race. That is exactly what makes Eric an incredible mindset coach and led him to explore different types of running philosophies. You need to listen to this episode to learn about two incredible running techniques that could be game-changers taking you to the next level of your own running goals. The most important part of their conversation is an incredible mindset tip Eric shares when Joe when he is asked about mentally preparing for a 100-mile race. This mindset share is not only good for race training but something you need to incorporate in your everyday life and personal goals as well! 🔍 Breakdown with Eric Deeter:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Eric and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Getting into ultra runningEric decided to challenge himself when he saw a friend of his complete an incredible 50-mile race. I wanted to see what his limits were, and how hard he could push himself. Chapter 3 (11:19) Progressing as a runnerStarting off just one mile at a time, Eric got on the trails near his house and focused on getting out every day and staying consistent. Chapter 4 (17:46) Approaching a long distanceAn important long-distance run lesson and life lesson is to take each run and race one small point at a time. Eric’s focal point was the check stations every 6 miles. Chapter 5 (23:03) ChiRunning and how it helpsEric is a certified ChiRunning instructor and by honing his Chi skills he has taken his running game to another level. Chapter 6 (25:38) Running barefootBarefoot running is another tool Eric uses for his long-distance runs. Barefoot doesn’t necessarily mean the total absence of footwear, but an extremely thing sole to help feel the earth. Chapter 7 (28:30) What running teaches youMental health is so important, and by running and taking limiting thoughts out of your mind, you can develop a new sense of confidence. Chapter 8 (29:33) Breathing and its importanceBreath is one of, if not the most important tool while running. Working on your breath work is something that will pay itself back in dividends. Chapter 9 (32:58) The samurai mentalityTackling the code of running can be compared to a samurai. There is a code on honor that comes with completing the seemingly impossible task. Chapter 10 (45:28) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→https://ericdeeter.com→https://ericdeeter.com/learn-chirunning 📞 Connect with Eric Deeter→https://www.facebook.com/edeeter→https://www.instagram.com/ultramindsetpodcast→https://www.instagram.com/ericdeeter→https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-deeter 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmo
Dec 6, 2021 · 2903
Authentically Giving Back with Bridget Hilton
Bridget Hilton is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and inspirational speaker. With 20 years of experience as a designer and marketer, Bridget has built 8-figure businesses while traveling the world giving back. She is passionate about sharing her experiences and inspiring others to live a more fulfilling life. She co-founded her company LSTN in 2012 to create the world's first inspirational electronics company which has helped more than 50,000 people receive hearing aids through their proceeds. Her efforts have been featured on Good Morning America, Today Show, and the New York Times. Most recently she is developing a new company called, Experiential Billionaire where she is focused to help shift people’s focus away from acquiring things to acquiring experiences. Bridget is on a mission to help others invest in experiences, expand their time and die with no regrets. IN THIS EPISODE… In today’s episode, Bridget and Joe talk about founding her company, why her mission of philanthropy was so important, and how she was able to break through such a crowded space with LSTN, which includes a special partnership with Tim Ferris and Delta Airlines, which are two incredible opportunities! They also discuss how 2020 made a profound impact not only on her business but on her mental health, which led Bridget to start a new company, experiential billionaire. It is an incredible idea, where she is focused to help shift focus away from acquiring things to acquiring experiences. 🔍 Breakdown with Bridget Hilton:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Bridget and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Getting into the audio spaceBridget had a profound experience watching a video of a girl hearing sound for the first time, and what happened next was incredible. Chapter 3 (11:19) Designing a cool productBreaking into the audio space is very difficult. Bridget knew she had to focus on the design to really set herself apart. Chapter 4 (17:46) Encounter with a LionBridget found herself face to face with a lioness. This could have been the end for Bridget, but she shared what happened. Chapter 5 (23:03) Living intentionallyIt is easy to get lost in the day-to-day. It is so important to make sure you are living a life of substance and purpose. Chapter 6 (25:38) What has made an impactFinding outlets to help focus on developing your best self is so important. Bridget shares what books and life events really made an impact. Chapter 7 (28:30) transcendental meditationFinding different exercises to help with mental health is so important. Transcendental medication really was a turning point. Chapter 8 (29:33) LSTN helping othersLSTN gives back to 3rd world countries and gives hearing aids to those in need. They have been able to help over 50,000 people. Chapter 9 (32:58) Developing experiential billionaireBeing surrounded by too many things makes your life go by so much faster. Slow things down and make memories by investing in experiences. Chapter 10 (45:28) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→https://lstnsound.com/→https://lstnsound.com/pages/giving-back 📞 Connect with Bridget Hilton→hhttps://www.instagram.com/bridgetlhilton→https://www.facebook.com/LSTNheadphones→https://twitter.com/bridgethilton→https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridgethilton/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Nov 28, 2021 · 6412
Developing Your Attributes with Navy Seal Commander Rich Diviney
Rich Diviney is a former Navy SEAL Commander, best-selling author, and a widely sought-after speaker and consultant. Rich served over 21 years with 13 overseas deployments, 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. Throughout his career, he has achieved multiple leadership positions, including the Commanding Officer of a Navy SEAL Command. Rich was also involved in a specialized SEAL selection process, which whittled a group of hundreds of extraordinary SpecOps candidates down to a handful of the most elite performers. He began to see that surprising core attributes—including cunning, adaptability, courage, even narcissism— determine how resilient or tenacious we are. This epiphany evolved into a SpecOps training program called MindGym—the first of its kind scientifically devised to help elite soldiers perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones. He also wrote a book, The Attributes, which focuses on the qualities needed to be elite. Diviney currently works as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. He’s taught leadership and optimal performance to more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, Pegasystems, Zoom, and Deloitte. IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sits down with Rich in his home to talk about his book, The Attributes, his experience on the Navy Seals, and his incredible mindset and focus which really translates to being the ultimate leader. Understanding these qualities not only promotes greater self-awareness but also provides an outline to train for optimal performance in any situation—from parenting and sports to business and relationships. Joe and Rich also break down the difference between a skill and an attribute, how to develop and apply them to your everyday life. If you are looking to hire the right people or get hired yourself Rich shares incredible insight on your ideal job interview. 🔍 Breakdown with Rich Diviney:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Rich and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Experience in the Navy SealsRich shares what it was like being in the Navy Seals and ultimately how it lead him to uncover the attributes he writes about. Chapter 3 (20:23) Grit and steadfastness as cornerstonesOut of the attributes Rich discusses grit and being steady are crucial. You need to ensure you are solid in order to build upon your foundation. Chapter 4 (32:05) Social Media blackholeIt is easy to slip into narcissistic tendencies if you put too much emphasis on social media. It is so important to make sure you surround yourself with grounded people. Chapter 5 (41:19) Paradox of low self-discipline and successIt inevitably happens that you find yourself as a high performer in your work or other areas, but a low performer when it comes to your personal goals. Chapter 6 (29:38) The ability to multi-taskStriking a balance can be tough between doing your tasks to your full ability. Spreading yourself too thin makes for poor outcomes. Chapter 7 (52:23) Leading with empathy and humorFinding humor in even the hardest of situations can be a sign of a great leader. Humor along with empathy is what will set you apart. Chapter 8 (72:36) Improving your attributesThe more you focus and create a plan for developing your qualities the more you can be successful in improving your attributes. You want an even-level ability amongst them all. Chapter 9 (82:54) Finding balance in celebrationAchievement and accomplishment deserve their time for you to celebrate. It is important to take in the highs and also find a balance to continue on with future goals. Chapter 10 (89:27) reducing stress in your breath controlBreathing out CO2 is integral in reducing your stress and staying calm even in the most precarious situations. Chapter 11 (97:10) The best interview strategyThe importance of getting the right people on you
Nov 22, 2021 · 4328
Achieving Gut Bliss with Dr. Robynne Chutkan
Dr. Robynne Chutkan is a gastroenterologist and the best-selling author of Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, and The Bloat Cure, and founded the Digestive Center for Wellness. Dr. Chutkan received her medical degree from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, where she also did her internship and residency and served as Chief Resident. She completed her fellowship in gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and has been on the faculty at Georgetown University Hospital since 1997. She has been asked to serve as a medical consultant and on-air talent for the Discover Health Channel; she is a member of the medical advisory board for the Dr. Oz Show (where she has appeared as a regular guest); and has also made national appearances on The Today Show, The Morning Show, and The Doctors. IN THIS EPISODE… Dr. Chutkan explains to Joe the importance of gut health, and they really dig deep into what that is, why it’s important, and most importantly, Robynne shares great actionable advice on what to avoid (spoiler alert - artificial sweeteners is big here so PUT DOWN THE DIET DRINK NOW), she also shares the best foods to keep your system happy and healthy, AND why the gut really is the true north star of your body by helping you stay healthy naturally during this constant covid battle and the dreaded flu season. 🔍 Breakdown with Dr. Robynne Chutkan:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Robynne and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00) Gut health what it is and why its importantRobynne shares why the gut is central to the body and so vitally important to your health and wellness. A lot of disease starts in the gut. Chapter 3 (6:23) How Robynne chose her specialtyGastroenterology is not a common area of expertise. Robynne shares how she started medical school and specifically got into her specialty. Chapter 4 (13:13) Common gut mistakesThe gut is a commonly used work. There are a lot of assumptions people make, so Dr. Chutkan shares some common errors. Chapter 5 (20:44) Checklist for your gutSometimes it’s good to remove everything to find that right or wrong something that is impacting your digestive health. Chapter 6 (29:38) Problematic foods to avoidThere are so many foods that are high in chemicals that are negatively impacting your gut health. Also, just becuase something claims to be “DIET” doesn’t mean healthy. Chapter 7 (38:53) First steps for your gut healthFirst things first, Robynne shares the place to get started for your gut health to ensure you are in the best shape possible. Chapter 8 (47:41) The best fruits and vegetables There are some fruits and vegetables that are higher in fiber and can pack a punch for your gut health. Chapter 9 (55:11) Immune system in your gutThis is a rough time with vaccines and covid fear, but studies don’t lie; having a healthy gut superpowers your immune system. Chapter 10 (64:17) Robynne giving backThe Digestive Center for Wellness has courses you can look through and free office hours. Go to the website and check it out Chapter 11 (67:48) Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→https://gutbliss.com→https://digestivecenterforwellness.com→https://digestivecenterforwellness.com/courses→Gutbliss by Dr. Robynne Chutkan→The Microbiome Solution by Dr. Robynne Chutkan 📞 Connect with Robynne→https://www.instagram.com/gutbliss→https://www.facebook.com/drrobynnechutkan→https://twitter.com/DrChutkan 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Nov 14, 2021 · 3309
Find Your Path with Lucas Rockwood
Lucas Rockwood is the founder of Absolute Yoga Academy and Yogabody Fitness. With a formal yoga training background in Hot Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Gravity Yoga, and the Yoga Trapeze, Lucas has studied with some of the most well-respected teachers on the planet. Lucas founded Absolute Yoga Academy in 2006, one of the top 10 yoga teacher training schools in the world with 2,000 certified teachers (and counting) and courses in Thailand, Holland, the United Kingdom, and the Philippines. In 2013, Lucas founded Yogabody Fitness, a revolutionary new yoga studio business model that pays teachers a living wage and demystifies yoga by making the mind-body healing benefits of the practice accessible to everyone. He is also a highly acclaimed writer, radio show host, TV personality, business consultant, weight loss expert, and health coach. IN THIS EPISODE...Lucas explains to Joe how he found himself in an unhealthy spiral in his early twenties and had a health scare most people don’t experience until late in life. Lucas and Joe talk about his ability to find new paths and how he has been able to keep himself open to all opportunities that came his way. Lucas radically changed his lifestyle after meeting someone shortly after his health scare who introduced him to yoga and good nutrition. He also talks about opening up a business in a different country and the stresses that come with it. 🔍 Breakdown with Lucas Rockwood:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Lucas and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:09): Lucas’ back storyLucas was in his early 20’s and found himself taking pills to normalize his energy level and stress levels. He didn’t realize how unhealthy he actually was until looking at an ID Chapter 3 (8:49): Getting sober When Lucas had to look at an ID badge for work he was embarrassed by the picture he saw that he kept it flipped around. He decided to stop the pills cold turkey. Chapter 4 (13:16): Finding YogaAs soon as he started yoga he started losing weight, he also quit smoking and started feeling so much better. The yoga community was so welcoming and encouraging. Chapter 5 (17:20): Recovery and being healthyLucas was able to meet a couple that really inspired him and made him more interested in concentrating on healthy eating and spreading the word about yoga. Chapter 6 (22:16): Falling off courseAlcohol was something Lucas struggled with at different points in his life, but the pivotal moment which made Lucas completely stop drinking was an interaction with his son. Chapter 7 (26:21): Starting a business in SpainBecoming an entrepreneur was something that happened to Lucas. It was a slippery slope of opportunity. Lucas took advantage of opportunities as they presented themselves Chapter 8 (38:11): Difficulties of entrepreneurshipStarting your own business can often be glamorized, but the reality is that you have to worry about making ends meet for your family and employees. Chapter 9 (46:08): Homelife nowNow Lucas is at home in Spain with his wife and kids. He has gone through periods of time trying other fitness avenues, but yoga is still his passion. Chapter 10 (50:22): Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.yogabody.com/→https://www.yogabody.com/about/ 📞 Connect with Lucas→https://www.instagram.com/lucasrockwood→https://www.facebook.com/lucas.rockwood.yogabody→https://twitter.com/LucasRockwood→https://www.tiktok.com/@lucasrockwood? 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Nov 13, 2021 · 3941
Unbeatable Mindset with Heather Parillo
Heather Parillo is the 20th woman in history to complete the Kokoro crucible; she is the CEO of IFLY Integrative Leadership and Unbeatable Mind Coach. Bringing more than 20 years of experience in the Service, Fitness, and Hospitality industries, she is a multifaceted visionary senior executive, integrator, coach, trainer, facilitator, relationship expert, and turnaround artist with a solid track record of leading individuals, teams, and companies to their stated goals. Heather held previous positions as Chief Experience Officer of The Live Well Brand, a vacation rental, concierge service, and lifestyle brand with headquarters in Florida. She is seasoned at leading transformation through a range of personal and business experiences as well as facilitating at the Middle East Leadership Academy (MELA) and Central Eurasia Leadership Academy (CELA), and Society Of International Fellows Leadership Academy (SIBFLA). IN THIS EPISODE...Heather shares her story with Joe; how she found sealift and Unbeatable Mind, she read David Goggin’s book, “Can’t Hurt Me, and these were her lightbulb moments. Of course, she shares her experience training and preparing for Kokoro, and explains how she failed the first time she tried, what quitting meant to her, and through the process of having to tap out the first time, she was able to use that to fuel her to complete Kokoro during her second attempt. The most notable part of Heather’s story is how she started training - It is something that can’t be stressed enough - she found an unbelievable accountability partner and that can make ALL THE DIFFERENCE. Heather shares her experience and lessons that all stem from her incredible mental fortitude. 🔍 Breakdown with Heather Parillo:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Heather and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:09): Heather’s Kokora experienceKokora is a 50-hour seal team training simulation that is one of the hardest challenges in the world. Heather shares her experience and she signed up. Chapter 3 (10:30): Reckoning with quittingNo one would call Heather a quitter when she couldn’t complete Kokoro on her first attempt, but that is what she called herself and what fueled her focus to prepare for attempt number 2. Chapter 4 (16:25): Starting your journey with accountabilityYou just need to start. That’s number one. Sign up for a challenge or a race or some goal and just get yourself started. The next step is finding an accountability partner or community. Chapter 5 (20:38): Attempting and crushing Kokoro for the 2nd timeThere were many variables working against Heather during her first attempt at Kokora and that just made her train harder and be even more prepared for the second time around. Chapter 6 (27:43): Finding inspiration with a positive and open mindYou need to keep an open mind about your potential and what is possible. Positivity follows activity, just like Rich Roll says, mood follows action. Chapter 7 (37:57): Work-life balance This word is used so much in our lives for a reason. It is easy to give ourselves to everyone else around you and forget about the importance of focusing on yourself. Chapter 8 (42:05): Advice for trainingTraining doesn’t start out coming easy. It is something you need to start pushing yourself to do in order to develop a habit. Chapter 9 (46:08): Breathing exercisesBreathing is crucial when accomplishing so many of our mental emotional and physical tasks. Its the most important aspect in even doing a pull up. Chapter 10 (55:23): Just say yesThere are so many reasons your mind can come up with not to do something that can get in your way. Heather shares the positivity that will come when you open up to YES. Chapter 11 (63:58): Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→https://sealfit.com/KOKORO/→Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins→https://sealfit.com/→Unbeatable Mind by Mark Divine→https://unbeatablemind.com/ 📞 Connect with Heather→h
Nov 1, 2021 · 5207
Supercharge Your Brain with Jim Kwik
JIM KWIK is a New York Times Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, and International Speaker. After suffering a brain injury at the age of 5, he thought he was useless and a worthless person. But one day when he met the father of a friend, he found out that he was not worthless and then he started reading what he loves and kept focusing on the concept of “how to learn something”, and he started investing his focus in learning. After years of slowly investing, he learned how to become an expert in speed-reading, brain performance, memory improvement, and accelerated learning. He is now a well-known brain coach. He has trained CEOs, celebrities, and many big companies such as Virgin, SpaceX, Fox Studios, Naik, Japon, and Harvard University. He also wrote the book, Limitless, and he donates the proceeds to charities advancing the studies in Alzheimer's and underdeveloped countries providing schools and opportunities for learning. IN THIS EPISODE...Joe sits down with Jim in his home to talk about the concepts from his life and book, Limitless. 🔍 Breakdown with Jim Kwik:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Jim Kwik and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (1:35): Jim tells his storyFrom a young age, Jim suffered an accident that left him feeling inept at learning and unconfident in his cognitive abilities Chapter 3 (10:30): Starting his path toward meta-learningGoing to college was something Jim didn’t feel he would be able to do, and yet he found himself in school and finding a mentor that helped him find confidence in his abilities. Chapter 4 (20:17): Pushing through adversityThere was a path Jim had to take between where Jim is today and his origin story. Jim shares how he was able to do this and Joe gives him truth bumps along the way. Chapter 5 (28:13): Living in a digital eraWe are in a world that offers so many distractions, so Jim offers his insights into being proactive versus reactive and how we can take those tips into our parenting skills. Chapter 6 (42:13): Leading by exampleConsistency compounds is a two-word phrase that Jim encourages us to think about when setting up our daily routines. Chapter 7 (49:50): Digital villainsJim identifies three digital villains that drain our time and our mental capacity. It is what to look out for and make sure to overcome. Chapter 8 (55:05): Top ten skills to train your brainThere are 10 important skills Jim identifies and has in his book people should follow to make sure their brains are performing optimally. Chapter 9 (63:43): Daily RoutineJim has a daily routine that helps fortify his ideals around meta-learning. Chapter 10 (72:55): How to retain and recallJim Shares how he is able to retain and recall information for all of the countless books he has read and continues to read. Chapter 11 (83:22): Closing RemarksJoe wraps up the episode and shares his final thoughts Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.limitless.com→Limitless by Jim Kwik→Atomic Habits by Tony Hsieh→How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie→Limitless by Jim Kwik 📞 Connect with Jim→https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik→https://www.facebook.com/jimkwikofficial→https://twitter.com/jimkwik→https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimkwik 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Oct 25, 2021 · 3759
Climbing Your Own Mountain with World Record Holder Lucy Westlake
Lucy Westlake is the youngest person to climb all 50 high points in the United States, she is an adventurer, explorer, endurance athlete, runner, triathlete, mountaineer, and motivational speaker; she dreams big, sets goals, and works hard to accomplish them. Lucy has been climbing mountains since she could walk. She has a deep love for the outdoors and pushes her physical and mental limits to new heights. Lucy began her high-pointing adventure, climbing to the top of every state’s highest mountain, at the age of seven when she and her family visited Black Mountain in Kentucky. Looking at the US geological survey marker on top of the mountain, Lucy and her family began to wonder where other state highpoints were located. They spent the next four hours while driving home looking up and reading about state highpoints. For the next five years, Lucy and her family traveled throughout the United States climbing each state’s highest mountain. IN THIS EPISODE … Joe talks to Lucy Westlake about her climbing adventures. It is unusual for a young person to be so determined and focused from such a young age. Not only has Lucy accomplished hiking all high points in the US, but several difficult mountains in the world including Elbrus, in Kabardino-Balkaria, Russia. She doesn’t stop with her physical goals and challenging herself, she also has a huge heart and humanitarian side. Lucy is wise beyond her years and partnered with Waterstep to make sure there is safe water for people to drink in underserved areas. 🔍 Breakdown with Lucy Westlake:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Lucy Westlake and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (1:07): Hiking all 50 high pointsLucy and her dad set out on a mission to climb all the highest points in the 50 states. She shares with us how they were able to do that. Chapter 3 (2:07): Starting at a young ageAt the age of 4, Lucy completed her first 5K with her family and they didn’t look back from there. As a family they traveled and began hiking. Chapter 4 (10:54 ): Difficulties and dangers of climbingClimbing is not something you can just decide to do and scale some of the hardest terrains. There is a lot of planning and training that surrounds a safe experience. Chapter 5 (12:48): Techniques for climbing and runningLucy has had breathing coaches and various trainers that have helped with her speed in running at the high school level competitively as well as on her climbs. Chapter 6 (18:56): The complete Denali storyThe first time Lucy and her father tried to scale Denali they failed. They had to turn around. They came face to face with the reality of just how dangerous this expedition was. Chapter 7 (33:40): Lessons learned from these experiencesLucy has learned so many life lessons along the way from training and hiking the states and mountains. Chapter 8 (34:47): Training for climbing There are many ways to train for an intense climb. Lucy shares what she does to get ready and the importance of breathing. Chapter 9 (40:07): Partnership with WaterstepWaterStep manufactures and provides products that make water safe to drink. They’re available for sale to mission teams, humanitarians, disaster relief agencies, and survivalists Chapter 10 (54:35): What is next for LucyThe explorer’s grand slam is Lucy’s next goal. There are only 5 women who have accomplished this goal, and the youngest is 20 years old. Chapter 11 (1:06:16): Wrapping UpJoe wraps up the episode with Lucy Material Referenced in this interview:→Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer→https://highpointers.org/→https://www.sevensummits.com/→5 Week Leadership Challenge by Patrick Leddin 📞 Connect with Lucy→https://www.instagram.com/climbyourhighpoint→https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100015661451642→https://twitter.com/lucy_westlake→https://lucywestlake.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmost
Oct 19, 2021 · 5104
Living A Life Of Purpose with Kevin Hekmat
Kevin Hekmat started his career working with IN-Q, Cal Fussman, and Alex Banayan to name a few. He has helped sell out theaters and produce global events. During the pandemic, even though he has a love and deep friendships with his performers, Kevin also looked inward and focused on his passion for wellness, and his ability to help others shift how we respond to stress – and bring more happiness, productivity, and communication to teams around the world. Kevin began studying with the HeartMath Institute where he became certified. He uses over 30 years of research from the Institute to share a new understanding of how we can manage the stress response through simple, evidence-based techniques, and create a happier and healthier work and life. IN THIS EPISODE … Joe talks to his friend Kevin Hekmat about the benefits of deep breathing, meditation, and the intentions of focus. Kevin shares his unknowing journey into meditation, which started with an incredible story, a 10-day silent meditation experience. From never meditating to jumping into a retreat that is hard for the most seasoned meditation enthusiasts. They start digging into understanding setting boundaries in your life and setting time for your intentions and focus. Most importantly for you, Kevin does some incredible deep breathing exercises that you can use during this episode and moving forward, which will aid in your path to self-discovery. 🔍 Breakdown with Kevin Hekmat:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Kevin Hekmat, and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00): Deep Breathing ExerciseKevin starts the conversation with an exercise you can do to help center yourself. Chapter 3 (8:26): Deep breathing versus meditationThere are some differences between meditation and deep breathing. Also, keep in mind that all people have different styles of practice. Chapter 4 (15:02): Understanding Heart MathHeart Math is an institute that studies the science of the heart. What your heart rate tells you about not only your physical but your emotional health as well. Chapter 5 (29:40): Meditation retreat experienceKevin started his journey in mediation by attending a 10-day silent retreat, which is truly incredible. He shared lessons he learned and what the overall experience was like. Chapter 6 (36:39): Transcendental meditationThis technique promotes a state of relaxed awareness, stress relief, and access to higher states of consciousness, as well as reducing the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. Chapter 7 (44:57): Creating boundaries to be presentWe wear so many hats in our lives that it is hard to make sure we are setting boundaries in our lives to ensure we are getting time to be present with ourselves. Chapter 8 (56:57): Living with purposeWhat are you doing today to ensure your life is being lived for yourself. This is something that we all need to focus on to make sure we don’t look back with regret. Chapter 9 (1:10:53): Quick Coherence TechniqueCoherence allows us to move easily from one idea to the next, from one thought to the next, and from one mind meld to the next. Chapter 10 (53:50): Wrapping UpJoe wraps up the episode with Kevin! Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.heartmath.org/→”I AM” documentary by Tom Shadyac→The Headspace Guide to Meditation by Andy Puddicombe→Against All Odds by Chuck Norris 📞 Connect with Kevin→https://www.instagram.com/kevinhekmat/→https://www.facebook.com/kevin.hekmat→https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinhekmat/→https://kevinhekmat.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere/→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Oct 11, 2021 · 3246
Beyond Happiness with Jenn Lim
Jenn Lim is the CEO and Chief Happiness Officer (CHO) of Delivering Happiness (DH), a company she and Tony Hsieh co-founded to show how you can prioritize purpose, people, and profits to make an impact on the world. In 2010, Jenn led the launch and management of Tony’s first book, Delivering Happiness, which sold over 1 million copies, and hit #1 on The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. It was also voted one of the best business books by NPR, Amazon, and Inc. Magazine. With the book’s success, DH evolved into the world’s first coach|sulting® company to help businesses, governments, and health care systems actualize their own sustainable organizations with people and purpose for a positive ROI. Since then, DH has inspired and helped over 400 organizations around the world create systemic change to ready them for growth, adaptability, and resiliency. Over her 20+ years of experience with DH and Zappos, she’s developed scientific frameworks for workplace happiness and modern org design, showing how — no matter what title or role — we can live more meaningful lives through the work we do every day. Jenn also sits on the Global Happiness Council of Work and Wellbeing, loves spontaneous meditations and dance parties, and is working on the launch of another book in October 2021. IN THIS EPISODE… Jenn and Joe unpack this last year. They go into the impact the pandemic has made from a work landscape perspective, but more importantly, they talked about Jenn’s experience of massive loss with the passing of Tony Hsieh this past November 2020. This caused an understandable set back completing her book, Jenn was authentic to what she advocates for and focused on her journey and completed her new book, “Beyond Happiness”, and even though this isn’t a part two to Delivering Happiness, this is equally as important for business owners, people leaders, and even within your own family dynamics. Jenn shares a few great exercises you can do today, which will be linked in the show notes along with her book 🔍 Breakdown with Jenn Lim:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Jenn Lim, and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00): Writing Delivering HappynessTony Sheih and Jenn Lim wrote 80% of Delivering Happiness in a cabin in Tahoe, and Jenn shares the magic of developing it. Chapter 3 (6:30): Playbook for startup companiesThe incredible following and impact the principles of scientific happiness has on employees is something that Jenn explains Chapter 4 (15:28): Looking at the good and the bad within your organizationUnpacking what is going on within your company. Making sure purpose and value is the stronghold to ensure employee adaptability. Chapter 5 (22:40): The great resignationIn the month of April alone there were 4 million people who left their jobs. We could look at this more like the great awakening and Jen explains why. Chapter 6 (32:39): Work-life balance possibilitiesAn exercise Jenn had created, the wheel of wholeness, helps to focus on where they are in all areas of their lives. As a leader, you need to understand where people are in their lives. Chapter 7 (40:47): Greenhouse exerciseThis goes with the “me to we” concept. We want to make sure we are not only self-actualized but we help others find their purpose also. This greenhouse task helps accomplish this. Chapter 8 (45:49): Work happy means the stock’s happyIt should be simple, but often companies forget that their team member’s happiness is not a frivolous focus, but actually helps the bottom line also. Chapter 9 (53:50): Wrapping UpJoe wraps up the episode with Jenn and encourages you to buy her book! Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.deliveringhappiness.com/→Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh→Beyond Happiness by Jenn Lim→https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html 📞 Connect with Jenn→https://www.instagram.com/byjennlim/→https://www.facebook.com/byJennLim→https://www.linkedin.com/in/byjennlim/→https://twitter.com/byjennlim 👊 To learn m
Oct 3, 2021 · 3574
Becoming A Spartan with Joe Chura, Heather Chura, Bruce Etzcorn and Jon Rieckmann
IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sits down with his wife Heather Chura, and two of his friends, Jon Rieckmann (first-place finisher in his age division & eighth overall), and Bruce Etzcorn. These are a couple of the people from his crew that competed in the Spartan Ultra and Spartan Beast challenges in Lake Tahoe. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this event, the Spartan Ultra merges the sport of obstacle course racing along with 50K courses and 60 obstacles to create a truly unique and brutal challenge. This is a serious ultra-distance athletic challenge. This incredible group of athletes shares their highs and lows. They also talk about what they had to do physically and mentally to compete at this level. AND they aren't done challenging themselves yet. They talk about what's next for themselves in the race/run/challenge world. 🔍 Breakdown with the Spartan Crew:Chapter 1 (0:00) - IntroJoe introduces his wife and friends and sets up the episode Chapter 2 (3:10) How we got startedHeather explains how she got Joe to sign up for the Spartan Ultra, and the magic behind having a goal to work towards. Chapter 3 (7:25) - Spartan race touristBruce shares his physical struggles with trying to finish the spartan ultra. He wasn’t able to finish and he explains what happened Chapter 4 (20:20) - Heather’s mental toolboxIt was her second time doing the sandbag challenge on a steep incline, but Heather was able to get to a meditative state and focus on the struggles of others to get perspective. Chapter 5 (24:16) - Training for the ultraPreparation is so crucial for an experience like this. The obstacles, the altitude, the heat, and the inclines are something you need to train for in order to have a successful outcome. Chapter 6 (26:47) - Jon wins his age groupWinning his age group was not easy. Jon talks about his highs and lows from the race. Chapter 7 (33:02) - Joe’s racing hurdlesWhat the start of the race was like for Joe, and an injury he sustained during the course. He was able to use his mental toolbox to cross the finish line. Chapter 8 (45:08) - Whats nextThe group shares their biggest takeaways, what’s next for each of them, and the importance of setting your next goal to keep your momentum going. Chapter 9 (52:00) - Half dome experienceRising nearly 5,000 feet above Yosemite Valley and 8,800 feet above sea level, Half Dome is a Yosemite icon and a great challenge to many hikers, and Heather shares her adventure. Material Referenced in this interview:→https://race.spartan.com/en/race/ultra→https://race.spartan.com/en/race/beast→Spartan: Exit Strategy - Cal Fussman→https://www.spartan.com/pages/fit-app 📞 Connect with Jon, Heather, Bruce and Joe→https://www.instagram.com/jrieckmann2/→https://www.facebook.com/hchura→https://www.instagram.com/bruceetzcorn/→https://www.instagram.com/jchura/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/notalmostthere/→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Oct 1, 2021 · 3392
The Power Of Presence with Kristi Hedges
Kristi Hedges is a senior leadership coach with a specialty in executive communications, and the author of the Amazon bestseller The Power of Presence and The Inspiration Code. Her workshops and coaching programs have been utilized by CEOs and teams in organizations from the Fortune 10 to entrepreneurial ventures to nonprofits. She runs her own coaching practice, The Hedges Company, and is a founding partner in the leadership development firm, Element North. Kristi delivers keynotes to audiences around the world on topics at the intersection of communication and leadership. Kristi writes about leadership for Harvard Business Review and Forbes and is regularly featured in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Entrepreneur, BBC, Chief Learning Officer, and CNBC. She is an ICF-certified leadership coach and a teaching faculty member of the Georgetown University Institute for Transformational Leadership. The Hedges Company offers a range of leadership development services, including individual leadership coaching, workshops, vision setting, team facilitation, and customized training. IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Kristi really dig into the covid work environment with a hyper-focus on communication; specifically delving into adapting your skills, and how our interactions don’t have to be the same now that we are out of an office or meeting room. The great aspect about Kristi, and her coaching content, is that you don’t need to be a CEO, or a people leader to grow from what she has researched. Kristi shares with Joe her findings from conducting numerous interviews for her latest book, The Inspiration Code, and spoiler alert; it's about listening to those around you and actually paying attention to what they're saying, which Joe confesses to Kristi that his wife calls him out on occasion for that. 🔍 Breakdown with Kristi Hedges:Chapter 1 (0:00): IntroductionJoe introduces Kristi Hedges and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (2:00): The importance of presenceHow you present yourself and allow others to perceive yourself Chapter 3 (13:48): Being an active listenerIt is important not only to listen but to show those you are speaking with that you are listening by responding with what you are hearing. Chapter 4 (17:17): Different ways to communicateNow that we have entered a remote world, we need to adapt and find new ways to communicate. This can be doing walking meetings to help with mental health as well. Chapter 5 (20:40): Changing your way of work thinkingZoom fatigue and connecting while apart have a series of difficulties while leading your team. It is important to adapt to ensure we still can have a positive culture. Chapter 6 (24:19): Leading with Authenticity and Presence Authenticity is so important, and your presence will come from being your authentic self. Chapter 7 (37:10): Autonomy in the workplaceThe majority of the world’s workspace/ideals have permanently changed since covid. As a leader, it is crucial to not only empower your employees but to lead by example as well. Chapter 8 (42:12): Top takeaways from the bookWhile interviewing people for Kristi’s book, her top two takeaways were focusing on listening and attention. Chapter 9 (46:27): Self Awareness is so importantWhile trying to be the best leader you can be, your first step needs to be self-awareness. Make sure you are looking inward. Chapter 10 (53:50): Wrapping UpJoe wraps up the episode with Kristi and she shares her first impressions of Joe Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.thehedgescompany.com/→The Power of Presence→The Inspiration Code→Vienna by Billy Joel 📞 Connect with Kristi→https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristihedges/→https://www.facebook.com/powerofpresence→https://twitter.com/kristihedges→https://www.thehedgescompany.com/meet-kristi/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→Instagram https://www.instagram.
Sep 19, 2021 · 3857
Burn it Down with Ben Mollin of The Ben Mollin Project and Shear Genius
Ben Mollin's story is incredible. From life-long medical impairments to dealing with depression and attempted suicide to becoming a rockstar hairdresser on a reality tv show. He has broken down every barrier put in his way, and fear is no longer in his vocabulary. Ben Mollin is an award-winning speaker, 2-time Ironman finisher, ultramarathon runner, an internationally recognized hairdresser, and an internationally recognized leader in personal development and peak performance strategies. He has been teaching entrepreneurs, educators, corporate leaders, and people from all walks of life how to create the life they desire. In 2007, Ben made his television debut on "Shear Genius," Bravo TV's reality competition for hairdressers, finishing second. Show judges Sally Hershberger and Vidal Sassoon commended Ben for his raw talent and his growth over the course of the competition. Ben is an international guest artist for hair cutting classes, personal appearances, and video projects, is on the hit TV show “The Look All-Stars” and in "50 Hairstylists," a book featuring the fifty most influential hairdressers in the country. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sits down with Ben Mollin, a friend he knew in high school and recently reconnected with over the last two years. What Joe remembered about Ben was how he appeared to have everything; charisma, confidence, and a born leader. BUT Ben was actually suffering from depression and had attempted suicide in front of his parents at the age of 14 due to what he thought was an insurmountable health setback. He was able to get help find music and then he started an incredible career, from his success on a Reality Show, Sheer Genius, to starting the Ben Mollin Project, where he shares his story and empowers those around him. Ben’s story has an incredible arc; from depression to suicidal thoughts to burning it all down to start over and not being afraid of anything. 🔍 Breakdown with Ben Mollin:Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces BenJoe sets up the episode and welcomes Ben Mollin to the show Chapter 2 (2:00) 14 years old and attempting suicideBen found himself struggling after getting a medical diagnosis which made him wear a helmet to school at 14 when appearance is a big aspect of your identity. Chapter 3 (11:58) Finding music as an outletNirvana came out and Ben really started being influenced by music Chapter 4 (16:32) Getting started in the hair businessAfter graduating high school Ben went to beauty school. He worked at supercuts, and then a spa in Lansing. Soon after he bought his first salon. Chapter 5 (20:22) How do you find joyTo Ben joy is constant. He realized early on that success to him is fun when there is consistency and stability. Chapter 6 (24:08) Getting on a reality showFinding himself 100K in debt, he was approached by someone from the bravo network to be a part of a new reality hairdresser competition and the prize amount was… exactly 100K. Chapter 7 (36:40) Vidal Sassoon and lessons from Reality-TVVidal got Ben on his path to teaching. He shared some wisdom about what his career path should be that sent Ben in a pivotal direction. Chapter 8 (40:54) Bad habits turned positiveBen realized he was having a negative relationship with alcohol. It wasn’t affecting him professionally, but he realized he needed to lead by example. Chapter 9 (44:32) Suicidal thoughts coming backBen was dealing with suicidal thoughts; reached out to a counselor for help. That counselor helped him identify what the real problem was, and suggested relief that changed everything. Chapter 10 (51:30) Fatherhood and familyHaving his son was an experience in itself. Ben’s son was born with a heart condition, so once again he was given a life lesson that he is forever grateful for. Chapter 11 (58:00) Joe Wraps up the EpisodeJoe concludes the episode with Ben praising him for being his authentic self, and celebrating his life’s journey. DEALING WITH SUICIDAL THOUGHTS OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS:→National Suicide Prev
Sep 14, 2021 · 4160
How to lose the Quarantine-15 with Nutrition Expert, John Brooks + BONUS Challenge
🤼♂️John Brooks is a Certified Sports Nutritionist with the International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN) and Precision Nutrition (level 1) certified and has a B.S. in Biology from DePaul University and an M.S. in Nutrition & Wellness from Benedictine University. He has over 15 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. Much of that time was spent in the supplement industry, and as a result, John has a vast knowledge about supplements and the evidence for and against using various ones. John is the founder of Nutrition 361, which is based in suburban Chicago and works with people all over the world. When John is not coaching clients, he trains and competes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and holds the rank of black belt. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe asks John a series of questions about diet and lifestyle questions. 42% of Americans have said they have had undesired weight gain during the covid shit show we are dealing with and it is an average of 29 pounds. John breaks down some simple guidelines on the best way to live an active healthy life. He explains nutrient density and how to figure out what your goals should be. Joe also gets into the benefits of reducing or eliminating alcohol as well as prioritizing a good night's sleep so you can perform at your best. Joe and John wrap the episode by letting you know about a 30-day challenge we can all do together. 🔍 Breakdown with John Brooks: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing John BrooksNot Almost There’s friend John Brooks is back to answer your questions! Chapter 2 (3:02) How can I get started making my health a priority again?Take inventory of your barriers, what is preventing you from making good hab its. Also make sure you are in a good food environment as well as a good support system Chapter 3 (3:15) How long does it take to notice a difference once you start?Short term is more psychological, and you are noticing how you are feeling once you start eating healthy and purposeful. Chapter 4 (15:03) Are cheat days okay?As long as you are tracking your calories, you are able to plan accordingly to allow for a high calories intake over the weekend. Chapter 5 (22:39) How does alcohol consumption and effect your health?Having a limited amount of alcohol can go along with a healthy lifestyle. Also, try a non-alcoholic beer as a great alternative to drinking too much and suffering the negative side effects. Chapter 6 (28:35) How do you balance the importance of diet versus exercise?There is an 80/20 rule that a lot of people follow, where 80 is from what you eat and 20 is the exercise you do. A simple plan is to understand what your nutrition goals are and do 3 days of exercise a week Chapter 7 (33:23) What is the right amount of sleep?Getting 8 hours of sleep a night is a game-changer. You might be getting by on less than that, but your body is not performing at its best. Chapter 8 (40:42) How does your age affect achieving your fitness goals?Biologically your metabolism doesn’t slow as some people think with age, but the factors that need to be considered are mental and emotional. The older we get, typically the less active we are. Chapter 9 (48:45) How do you balance body positivity with your health goals?It is important to be kind to yourself and love yourself and at the same time set good health goals. Chapter 10 (50:25) We need the hell yea peopleThere are three types of people listening, and we need the people that are pumped and ready to start our 30-day challenge incorporating good nutrition and 30 min workouts 3 times a week. Chapter 11 (37:30) Wrap UpJoe wraps up the episode with John and encourages you to be a part of the 30-day challenge Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.notalmostthere.com/challenge→Calorie and Macro Calculator (Make a Copy)→https://www.nutrition361.com/contact/ (to get in touch with John)→My Fitness Pal (calorie tracking app)→How to Get Ripped in your 40’s→Show Notes/Stats 📞 Connect with John →https://www.nutrition361.co
Sep 8, 2021 · 1359
If Not Now, When? The Re·Learn Series with Joe Chura
🎧 Joe Chura is an entrepreneur, inventor, and investor philanthropist. He founded and bootstrapped two companies, Launch Digital Marketing and Dealer Inspire, which both became two of the fastest-growing companies in America, earning the #39 spot on the Inc. 500 and #5 ranking on Crain’s Chicago Fast 50. In 2018, Joe sold both businesses to Cars.com in Chicago’s largest acquisition of the year, and he continues to lead their growth and innovation today as CEO. Joe’s passion is using his leadership and health and fitness experiences to help others achieve their goals, including starting an event REFUEL in December 2017, the Not Almost There Podcast in January 2021, and another event GO which was held in August of 2021. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe shares with you an incredible lesson he learned from a powerful documentary that has become a life-altering mantra, "If not now, when?" He also recaps his event, GO, a one-of-a-kind day that incorporated activity with motivation. He delivered on what he promised, which was to have those who attended sweat, reflect, and be inspired. Joe also had captivating speakers; Rich Roll, Jordan Burroughs, and Cedric King, and he breaks down who they are, what they talked about, and lessons they imparted to the audience that you can use as well. 🔍 Breakdown with Joe Chura: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces the episodeChapter 2 (5:11) Learning from a documentary Chapter 3 (12:16) Learning from event, GO. Chapter 4 (13:16) Learning from Rich Roll Chapter 5 (14:13) Learning from Jordan Burroughs Chapter 6 (15:20) Learning from Cedric King Chapter 7 (17:31) Joe Wraps up the Episode Material Referenced in this interview:→Kipchoge: The Last Milestone→The Making Point by Cedric King→https://www.notalmostthere.com/podcasts/rich-roll/→https://www.notalmostthere.com/podcasts/jordan-burroughs/→ https://www.notalmostthere.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Aug 30, 2021 · 3131
Dedicate Yourself with Pete Davis
PETE DAVIS is a civic advocate from Falls Church, Virginia. He works on projects aimed at deepening American democracy and solidarity. Pete is the co-founder of the Democracy Policy Network, a state policy organization focused on raising up ideas that deepen democracy. In 2015, he cofounded Getaway, a company that provides simple, unplugged escapes to tiny cabins outside of major cities. His Harvard Law School graduation speech, “A Counterculture of Commitment,” has been viewed more than 30 million times. IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Pete talk about the concept that we are part of a generation that was told to keep our options open; when we were trying to find a job or in our personal lives when dating and trying to find a partner. Even at the most basic level, scrolling through Netflix unable to choose one movie or show. Pete also discusses stories of historical dedication and how it has progressed over the year, and not always in a positive direction. Specifically how all the new apps and trends are conditioning us to have even less dedication. Most importantly Joe and Pete talk about some great tactical ways you can start dedicating yourself to a goal today. Breakdown with Pete Davis: Chapter 1 (0:00) IntroJoe introduced Pete Davis Chapter 2 (2:00) Digging into dedication Chapter 3 (3:43) The inspiration for the book Chapter 4 (6:46) Historical stories Chapter 5 (11:27) Make a decision Chapter 6 (18:08) Be confident in your choices Chapter 7 (23:00) Making your commitments count Chapter 8 (25:41) Excel at a few things Chapter 9 (35:04) Enjoy the process Chapter 10 (40:20) Everyday examples of dedication Chapter 11 (49:34) Adding chapters to the book Chapter 12 (50:02) Wrap UpJoe wraps up the episode and shares his takeaways Material Referenced in this interview:→https://petedavis.org/→https://petedavis.substack.com/→https://petedavis.org/dedicated/ 📞 Connecting with Pete Davis:→https://www.instagram.com/peteddavis/→https://www.facebook.com/ThePeteDavisDispatch→https://twitter.com/peteddavis 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Aug 24, 2021 · 6020
Mood Follows Action with Rich Roll
RICH ROLL A graduate of Stanford University and Cornell Law School, Rich is a 50-year old, accomplished vegan ultra-endurance athlete and former entertainment attorney turned full-time wellness & plant-based nutrition advocate, popular public speaker, husband, father of 4, and inspiration to people worldwide as a transformative example of courageous and healthy living. In 2012, Rich became a #1 bestselling author with the publication of his inspirational memoir Finding Ultra: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World’s Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself. Taking up where the book leaves off, in 2013 Rich launched the wildly popular Rich Roll Podcast, which persistently sits atop the iTunes top-10 lists. In 2014, Rich & his wife Julie Piatt published the bestselling cookbook and lifestyle primer, The Plantpower Way: Whole Food Plant-Based Recipes And Guidance For The Whole Family. IN THIS EPISODE… Joe sits down in person with the inspirational wellness advocate, best-selling author, and podcast host Rich Roll. Rich tells Joe about his crippling addiction to alcohol and how he was able to finally admit he had a problem and seek help. He talks about his relapse 13 years into sobriety, which only lasted one day, and what he learned from that experience. Rich also explains how one scary moment going up the stairs at age 39 triggered his quest to find a healthier, plant-based lifestyle. They wrap up their in-depth conversation with a look at how Rich was able to start his podcast during a time with limited resources and technology and turn it into a top-ranking, healthy lifestyle in areas of fitness, mindset, and nutrition for his listeners. Breakdown with Rich Roll: Chapter 1 (0:00) IntroJoe introduced Rich Roll Chapter 2 (2:00) Pre-podcast journeyThe catalyst that started the podcast was Rich’s life experiences which included his relationship with alcohol and how he was able to restart his life after a low point in his life. Chapter 3 (7:26) Law trajectoryRich did not extend his law license. He explains why he decided not to continue on the path of being a lawyer. Chapter 4 (12:40) Seeing helpSuffering from alcoholism for a long time, Rich finally decided to get treatment. He explains addiction and how to try to identify when you or someone you love can identify the problem. Chapter 5 (17:56) A moment of prayerWhile going through the 12 steps of AA, Rich found himself on a beach having a moment where he could let go of his past, and hardships and start on a new path. Chapter 6 (29:50) Health scare and a changeRich found himself in a scary moment climbing the stairs and fighting for breath at the age of 39; although he kicked the alcohol addiction, he was not healthy, so clean living starts Chapter 7 (40:04) Giving up dairy is toughThe hardest part of becoming vegan was giving up on cheese. Dairy is the biggest food most people say they can’t live without, but once Rich gave it up, it made the biggest difference Chapter 8 (49:52) Endurance RunningOnce Rich had given up on alcohol and had the moment of clarity he needed to make a change in his diet, he had a flow moment on a run and found his athletic stride Chapter 9 (58:56) Finding ultraRich began starting to look for ultra runs to try to push himself to find his peak performance. He ended up finding a double ultra race and began laser focus on qualifying. Chapter 10 (1:05:45) Magic in HawaiiFinding a relationship with Hawaii Rich was able to tap into a sense of encouragement. You have to ask for permission from the island, you can feel the power. Chapter 11 (1:20:34) Doing it without a netRich started his podcast with no intentions of money or where it would lead him, but in a pure way of wanting to learn and provide education to his audience. Chapter 12 (1:38:02) Wrap UpJoe wraps up the episode and shares his takeaways Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.richroll.com/→https://www.richroll.com/all-episodes/→https://www.richroll.com/books/ 📞 Conn
Aug 16, 2021 · 3527
All I See Is Gold with Olympic Gold Medalist Jordan Burroughs
JORDAN BURROUGHS Olympic Gold Medalist, 4x World Champion, 2x Olympian, Husband, Dad. Jordan is an American freestyle wrestler and graduated folkstyle wrestler who competes at 74 kilograms. In freestyle, he is the 2012 Olympic Gold medalist, a four-time World Champion (seven-time medalist), three-time Pan American Games Gold medalist, four-time Pan American champion, and four-time US Open National Champion, making the US World or Olympic Team on nine occasions. In folkstyle, Burroughs was a two–time NCAA Division I champion for the Nebraska Cornhuskers and was awarded the Dan Hodge Trophy (equivalent to the Heisman Trophy) in 2012. Burroughs is widely known for his double leg takedown and is considered one of the greatest freestyle wrestlers of all time. Burroughs’ goal is to become the winningest wrestler in American history. John Smith, the American leader, stands in first place with six total titles. In order to do surpass him, he would have to win two more world championships in addition to the five he already has. He has his sights set on another gold at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Dream it. Do it. IN THIS EPISODE...Jordan and Joe dig into his background and Jordan’s rise in the wrestling world. You will find his work ethic goes hand in hand with our Not Almost There family, and I know you will be blown away by his tenacity and outlook on constantly striving to be the best he can be. Jordan talked about his wins and losses and the lessons he learned in both, how important family is to him and how he is able to make his family a part of his work life. Jordan also ends the episode by sharing what’s next for him after wrestling. Breakdown with Jordan Burroughs: Chapter 1 (0:00) IntroJoe introduces Jordan Burroughs Chapter 2 (1:00) Campers versus climberTim Grover gives a great analogy Jordan lives by about campers and climbers. Jordan shares what that means to him and how he lives his life by that philosophy Chapter 3 (4:08) The beginning of his wrestling journeyWrestling wasn’t something Jordan always wanted to do, he started relatively late but soon realized with his work ethic and passion he was able to succeed Chapter 4 (11:39) How much work you put inJordan strives to be the hardest worker in the room. He has never taken a shortcut or cheated. Chapter 5 (13:31) Experiences Jordan learned from the mostJordan shares his most memorable win and loss, and what he was able to learn from both experiences Chapter 6 (18:53) Becoming an olympianBecoming an olympian didn’t happen overnight, but the change that occurs when winning the gold does change you just that fast Chapter 7 (24:30) Lessons from defeat There is so much you can learn after a hard loss. Looking back and taking away those lessons to bring with you helps to continue to grind and become the best Chapter 8 (42:13) The daily routineJordan shares what a day looks like and how he balances working out and staying focused on his career while still being present with his family Chapter 9 (1:17:12) Spirituality and food are both fuelSpirituality has been a great guide for Jordan. He has a great mindset and keeps himself focused and has no time for trouble. He is also is a well-known foodie with the best recommendations Chapter 10 (50:12) Wrapping upJordan shares what’s next, and Joe wraps up the episode and shares his takeaways Material Referenced in this interview:→GO. Event→Athletic Brewing→Winning by Tim Grover→Relentless by Tim Grover→Headspace App 📞 Connecting with Jordan Burroughs:→https://www.facebook.com/jordanburroughswrestling→https://www.instagram.com/alliseeisgold/→https://twitter.com/alliseeisgold→https://www.jordanburroughs.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Aug 8, 2021 · 5157
The Streets Less Traveled with Former Gang Leader Curtis Toler
CURTIS TOLER is a Chicago native and former leader of one of the city’s most notorious street gangs, Curtis serves as Director of Outreach for Chicago Cred. He is committed to impacting the culture of violence in Chicago by linking at-risk young men with chances to reset their lives through job training and permanent employment opportunities. Before joining CRED, Curtis was a gang intervention specialist and a spokesman for the peacemakers at the Faith Community of St. Sabastian’s Church. A member of the Community Justice Task Force and a Chicago Gang Historian, Curtis has received recognition from the State of Illinois Senate for his leadership efforts to bring peace to the streets, his commitment to improving the quality of life in the communities as well as for his commitment to advocating for positive changes to reduce violence in our neighborhoods. Curtis has been seen on HBO’s The CHI and The Daily Show with Trevor Noah as well as a contributor to Amanda Ripley’s book, High Conflict. IN THIS EPISODE...Curtis shares his story with Joe; he came up in a high violent, high crime neighborhood. He was also the son of a prominent gang member. Curtis explains how he became involved with gang life and eventually moved up through the ranks to become a leader. He also shares how he decided to make a change, get out of the violence, and become an advocate for change within the inner city of Chicago, where most children and young adults are not given an opportunity at a life outside of crime and violence. Breakdown with Curtis Toler: Chapter 1 (0:00) IntroJoe introduces Curtis Toler Chapter 2 (2:40) Curtis’ startCurtis talks about his upbringing from when he was a child in the inner city of Chicago Chapter 3 (12:53) Getting into the gang lifeFrom being jumped into a gang at age 11, to what gang life was like including getting incarcerated Chapter 4 (28:49) Series of horrible eventsAfter finding his mother murdered, Curtis hit a low point and was violet. Meanwhile, he was moving up the ranks within his gang Chapter 5 (47:26) Deciding to Leave the GangThe birth of his son left Curtis feeling the need to leave the gang and street life behind. He wasn’t able to quickly leave and had a series of setbacks Chapter 6 (58:52) Starting Chicago CREDStarting a program focused on helping young people who are involved in gangs or criminal activity and giving them opportunities they weren’t given before Chapter 7 (1:02:30) Social media plays a part in gang conflictSocial media is now having an impact on street violence. When someone makes disrespectful comments online it can incite violence IRL Chapter 8 (1:14:16) Programs starting in pre-schoolStarting early intervention is key to letting kids know there is a different path for them Chapter 9 (1:17:12) How to helpFirst is prayer, and second is if you care then you are there. You can mentor, tutor, financially or reach out to your local government Chapter 10 (1:24:25) Wrapping upJoe wraps up the episode and shares his takeaways Material Referenced in this interview:→https://www.chicagocred.org/→https://www.amazon.com/High-Conflict-Why-Get-Trapped/dp/1982128569→The Daily Show ft Curtis Toler 📞 Connecting with Curtis Toler:→https://www.facebook.com/curtis.a.toler→https://www.instagram.com/curtistoler/→https://twitter.com/thecurtistoler 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Aug 2, 2021 · 4681
Against All Odds with Brian Reyelt
Brian Reyelt is an award-winning executive chef and restauranteur for over 20 years. Brian graduated magnum cum laude from Johnson & Wales Culinary University where he studied the business side as well as the cooking side of the food world. He was invited to cook at the James Beard House, and has successfully opened several restaurants, with his first restaurant opening before he was 30 years old. Most impressively, Brian overcame his toxic relationship with alcohol. He went through years where he went down a slippery slope until he found himself in a situation that demanded change. Now he is over 4 years sober and is focusing his efforts on his mental health as well as physical health. He has run 4 marathons, swam the Long Island Sound, and most recently completed an incredible feat of finishing Kokoro Camp, a 50+ hour crucible training which mimics BUDS navy seal training’s hell week, run by Retired Navy Seal Commander Mark Divine's SealFit. →IN THIS EPISODE…Joe and Brian discuss Brian’s battle and triumph over alcohol. Joe has known Brian for almost 2 years now, and what is most impressive is that Brian had the courage to admit things were out of control, he had the courage to seek treatment, and today he has the courage to share his story with you. 🔍 Breakdown with Brian Reyelt: Chapter 1 (0:00) IntroJoe introduces Brian Reyelt and sets the story Chapter 2 (2:21) Rock BottomBrian shares the painful story of his lowest moment struggling with alcohol Chapter 3 (6:00) Finding helpMiraculously Brian had a friend at the hospital that helped get him to the right place, and he shares what got him here Chapter 4 (38:49) Continuing that helpAfter getting out of rehab, Brian continued his recovery in a halfway house which helped his transition to return to his life Chapter 5 (47:09) Dealing with unhappinessFinally achieving sobriety, Brian was still struggling with unhappiness. His wife helped him find a new direction Chapter 6 (53:50) Finding salvation in the physicalBrian began focusing on his help and physical fitness. He has worked with Mark Divine and the Navy Seal Fit team, including an almost impossible feat of completing Kokora Chapter 7 (1:12:45) Next AdventuresBrian is focused on the future and continuing to improve and help others Chapter 8 (30:47) Wrap UpJoe wraps up the episode with Bran Material Referenced in this interview:→https://unbeatablemind.com/→https://sealfit.com/→https://sealfit.com/KOKORO/ 📞 If you or someone you love is struggling:→https://www.aa.org/→https://www.na.org/→https://al-anon.org/→https://www.niafg.org/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here:→Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/→Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/→Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Jul 26, 2021 · 3402
Decide It's Your Turn with Former Pro Golfer and Confidence Coach Christina Lecuyer
⛳️ Christina Lecuyer is a former Professional Golfer, a three-time reality television competitor, Confidence + Mindset Coach, and Founder of Women with C.L.A.S.S. Mastermind, as well as Decide It’s Your Turn™. As a former professional golfer and host, Christina has helped raise millions of dollars for charity and used her skills as a human connection specialist to facilitate business relationships via the golf course. Her clients include Forbes list CEOs, Wall Street executives, and numerous global charities. Christina’s mission in life is to empower people to fully live in their purpose, confidently and successfully. →IN THIS EPISODE…Joe and Christina bond over a shared experience, and dive into their mutual interest around confidence. They have an important discussion about confidence versus cockiness. Christina talks about balancing the two and each is important. Her insights on confidence and taking your life to the next level are spot on. Christina and Joe agree: the difference between the person making it and the one struggling is the person making it didn’t have self-doubt or negativity blocking their way. It wasn’t their credential or pedigree, it was their grit and determination. 🔍 Breakdown with Christina Lecuyer: Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro Joe introduces Christina Lecuyer, former Professional Golfer and confidence and mindset coach Chapter 2 (2:19) A shared experience Interestingly enough, Joe and Christina are in a small club of individuals who competed in this experience Chapter 3 (6:34) Handling stress under pressure Meditation is so important to handle stress. Make sure to take deep breaths and center yourself as much as possible Chapter 4 (15:14) Golf Channel’s Big Break Experience Christina was a 3x golf channel reality show contestant, and the first one was The Big Break. She shares her experience.\ Chapter 5 (18:23) The balance between confidence and arrogance Confidence deals with self-assurance or certainty about something. There is nothing bad about being sure about yourself or what you are doing Chapter 6 (21:46) From Pro Golf to Confidence Coach Christina had some struggles when she was coming up in the golfing world. She had external validation, but it wasn’t coming from within. Her experiences led her to want to help others Chapter 7 (29:15) How to implement what you learn Taking action on what you want is so important. You need to take what you learn and make a plan on how to do it Chapter 8 (31:48) Hurdles people face with confidence Stop worrying about what other people think. Don’t ever quit, that is the most important thing to remember. When quitting is not an option, everything else is Chapter 9 (39:01) Confidence coaching, what we do first The very first thing Christina does with a new client is to answer where they are at, and what their biggest weaknesses are, and how series are you from a 1-10. Mindset is so important Chapter 10 (48:05) How confidence relates to success Confidence and success go hand in hand. It is imperative to believe in yourself and push yourself in order to be successful in your life Chapter 11 (51:27) Life lesson from Alice Cooper Christina was on a pro-am golf experience many years ago and was able to golf with Alice Cooper. She witnessed him do something that was a life lesson she never forgot Chapter 12 (55:41) Wrap Up Joe concludes the episode and shares his takeaways Material Referenced in this interview: →The Gifts of Imperfection →The Big Break: Ka'anapali →The One Thing by Jay Papasan →Decide it’s your turn: The Podcast 📞 Connect with Christina Lecuyer →https://www.instagram.com/bechristina/ →https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-lecuyer-54862b142/ →https://www.facebook.com/christina.l.salter.3 →https://christinalecuyer.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Faceb
Jul 18, 2021 · 2834
High Conflict with NY Times Best Selling Author and Journalist Amanda Ripley
🤼♂️ AMANDA RIPLEY is a New York Times bestselling author and an investigative journalist for The Atlantic and other magazines. Her books include High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out, The Smartest Kids in the World: And How They Got That Way, and The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes—and Why. Ripley spent a decade writing about human behavior for Time magazine in New York, Washington, and Paris. Her stories helped Time win two National Magazine Awards. →IN THIS EPISODE…Joe and Amanda discuss conflict; the different types, which conflict is good and which is bad. Amanda shares some incredible stories from the road while interviewing people who experienced high conflict in different ways from a gang member to a scholar of conflict who found himself in the same conflict he himself talks about how to avoid. 🔍 Breakdown with Amanda Ripley: Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro Joe introduces Amanda Ripley, New York Times bestselling author Chapter 2 (2:51) Types of conflict There are several different types of conflict, and not all of them are bad. Amanda explains the good kind of conflict and the bad conflict which is high conflict Chapter 3 (8:59) How do you identify when you are in high conflict Amanda includes a checklist in the back of her book to help identify, which she shares. Also, Amanda gives actionable tips on how to get out of it. Chapter 4 (11:58) The Gary Freeman story Gary Freeman is an attorney who is a conflict expert. He has been a guest lecturer at Harvard and Standford, so when his neighbors asked him to run for office in his little town he would be able to handle it, but things went very wrong. Amanda shares the story. Chapter 5 (19:06) Tips from a gang member Amanda worked with a gang member from Chicago which embodies the ultimate form of high conflict. He shares his story and his journey. Chapter 6 (28:02) Changes in congress Amanda talks about her views on congress and steps they need to take in order to get our limiting two-party system to a place of listening and out of humiliation Chapter 7 (33:35) Company acquisition Joe’s company was acquired and he reflects back with Amanda about the experience, and what someone can do to help ease the merging of two companies or teams. Chapter 8 (36:47) Constructive criticism Start with really active listening. Prove with your responses back that you have really heard them. Chapter 9 (42:57) What would be an additional chapter After the book was published, Amanda has heard so many great stories from people after they have read the book. One idea she would add would be about good conflict, and how it is transcendent. Chapter 10 (50:18) Wrap Up Joe concludes the episode and invites Amanda to come back to talk about Smartest Kids on Earth. Material Referenced in this interview: →High Conflict →The Unthinkable →The Smartest Kids in the World 📞 Connect with Amanda Ripley →https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-ripley-50a22112/ →https://www.instagram.com/ripleywriter/ →https://www.facebook.com/amanda.ripley.35 →https://www.amandaripley.com/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Jul 14, 2021 · 3552
Expect the Expected with NFL, MLB and NBA Mindset Coach Russ Rausch
🏃♂️ RUSS RAUSCH is the Founder of Vision Pursue or VP. VP helps individuals and organizations create a Performance Mindset through their training and mobile app. Before founding Vision Pursue. Russ has worked with countless athletes in the NFL, NBA, PGA, and the Olympics. These are top athletes with an incredible amount of stress and pressure. Russ was the COO at the hedge fund Emil van Essen. Before that he was part of the executive team that took the trading software firm, Trading Technologies, Inc. (TT), from a 20-person startup to a 650-person global company as CFO, CIO, and EVP of Global Buyside Sales. Russ lives in Chicago. →IN THIS EPISODE…Russ and Joe talk about key tips to change up your competitive mindset by expecting the unexpected, controlling the controllable, and a game-changing acronym that will have you “see-ing” each situation differently. Russ explains how to take inspiration and turn it into action, and some tools/apps to use to help along the way. 🔍 Breakdown with Russ Rausch: Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro Joe introduces Russ Rausch, founder of Vision Pursue Chapter 2 (1:51) Pivotal starting moment Being in a job that didn’t inspire Russ was weighing on him. He shares his story of how he left his corporate job and started Vision Pursue Chapter 3 (4:59) Impactful content Russ shares what has inspired him, and how he was able to change his mindset. Chapter 4 (9:58) Surrounding and the power of S.E.E SEE doesn’t stop your emotions. However, the three steps should calm your emotions or at least allow you to access your thinking mind to make better decisions. Chapter 5 (17:06) Performing at a high level Performing at your highest level can be wearing. Russ explains how to combat that exhaustion Chapter 6 (22:02) Preparation Preparing for your day/goal is a big way of combating stress and anxiety. Russ explains the best practices of preparation Chapter 7 (23:35) Visualization Visualizing outcomes is a technique used by many athletes, most notably by Michael Phelps. Joe shares a story about how Phelps was able to set a record even when something goes wrong in the water. Chapter 8 (30:47) Not Almost There, just starting The story of how Not Almost There Started and how just starting a plan or a project and not over thinking can be a great practice. Chapter 9 (35:57) Meditation Mediation is an excellent school to center your thoughts and have a clear mind to take on the day. Chapter 10 (38:18) New tools to use Russ shares tools/apps to use to help with your mindset journey Chapter 11 (49:49) Upward Social Comparison A problem we face is comparing ourselves to others. It is all over social media, and hard to avoid, but it is so important to focus on you and your family and not comparing to what others have. Chapter 12 (1:01:09) Wrap Up Joe wraps up the episode and shares his key takeaway. Material Referenced in this interview: →The Master Key System by Charles F. Haanel →https://www.visionpursue.com/ → 📞 Connect with Russ Rausch →https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-rausch-7358a12/ →https://www.instagram.com/russrausch/ →https://www.facebook.com/russ.rausch →https://www.visionpursue.com/contact-2/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Jul 7, 2021 · 5959
The Genius of Athletes with Dr.Noel Brick
🏃♂️ Dr. Noel Brick is a professor, ultra runner, and most recently a published author. Co-authored with Scott Douglas, The Genius of Athletes focuses on successful athletes who have a toolkit of mental strategies that help them to perform at their best. The book expounds on how, once learned, these techniques can be adapted to overcome challenges in everyday life. Currently, Noel is working on his second book and is a lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Ulster University. He completed an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Limerick in 1997, an MSc in Sport and Exercise at Ulster University in 2003, and an MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology at Staffordshire University in 2017. In 2016 he completed a Ph.D. at the University of Limerick. Alongside his academic and research activities, Noel is also a long-distance runner and has completed more than 30 marathons and ultra-marathons including the Marathon des Sables in 2012 and the Irish 24-hour Championships in 2013. →IN THIS EPISODE…Joe talks to Noel about his incredible book, The Genius of Athletes. We start the episode strong with Hoe asking Noel why learning to think like an athlete is so important, and the conversation just explodes from there. Noel provides tips for not just the athletes in the audience, but for everyone looking to help win in their everyday lives with goal setting, confidence building, and controlling stress levels. 🔍 Breakdown with Noel Brick Ph.D.: Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro Joe introduces Noel Brick, author of The Genius of Athletes Chapter 2 (1:12) The importance of thinking like an athlete There is so much that happens in sport from emotions to pressure/stress. These themes can mirror in our lives Chapter 3 (3:38) Getting into the psychology of athletics Noel is a lecturer in sport psychology, research is his hobby. He is an ultra runner and athlete himself, and his experience and studies have brought him to interesting discoveries Chapter 4 (12:23) Kikkan Randall mindset Kikkan Randall is an Olympic athlete that was diagnosed with breast cancer. She is a great example of putting voice to her emotions in a healthy way is a great strategy. Chapter 5 (20:38) Emotion regulation and expression Emotions have such a high impact on your daily plans. It is important to implement strategies to mitigate the effect high emotion can have. Chapter 6 (28:32) Journaling and other strategies Planning time to worry and allowing yourself time for feelings of stress and anxiety helps to limit the control said emotions have over you. It also minimizes the moments of surprise panic, because you allowed time for those feelings. Chapter 7 (39:12) Pre-event rituals Noel shares some of his most effective pre-event rituals, and how you can get yourself in the right headspace before an important day. Chapter 8 (45:22) What you can control The theory of threat state is an idea about how you can view a situation. Noel goes into the psychology of threat and control. Chapter 9 (48:29) Be your own coach It is important to self-analyze and give yourself tips and strategies to be better. Set your own goals. No one should be more invested in your success than you! Chapter 10 (52:56) 5-4-3-2-1 Method This is a grounding method that Noel advocates for to help bring you back to the present moment. Chapter 11 (55:37) Failure to achieve Failing to get started can be a number one reason for failure when people set goals for themselves. Chapter 12 (58:22) Putting thoughts to action Having a plan to not allow your thoughts to be stagnant and not come to fruition. It is important that you put your thoughts to action. Chapter 13 (1:05:03) Off days You can’t allow your off days to derail your training/ambition. Everyone has off days, Noel gives examples of who to minimize your off day and how to keep your momentum going. Chapter 14 (1:11:22) Creating new habits Great tips on starting new habits in your e
Jun 28, 2021 · 4039
Gut Check with Melissa Hanson
🥬Melissa Hanson is a health and nutrition coach and social media influencer. She has been able to help over 5,000 people ditch their poor eating habits and live healthier lifestyles. Melissa started her career as a massage therapist and planning retreats focused on mindfulness and healthy eating for small groups. Melissa quickly realized she could reach the masses through her inspiring Instagram and posting her health coaching tips on social platforms so people from all over the world can tune in and feel like part of her community. Melissa not only talks about the importance of healthy eating, but she also lives it herself with a completely plant-based, unprocessed diet. →IN THIS EPISODE…Melissa talks to Joe about overall nutrition and health goals and what pitfalls to avoid. They get into what gut health is, and why it has so many repercussions on your overall wellness. Melissa also talks about the importance of a plant-based diet, which doesn’t have to be completely meat-free, but rather plant-strong. Melissa has a great way of simplifying what is most important when it comes to what you should be putting into your body and gives some amazing quick go to’s to have in your pantry/refrigerator for those days you need quick meals, and how surrounding yourself with positive accountability partners is key to your success. 🔍 Breakdown with Melissa Hanson: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introduction Joe introduces Melissa Hanson Chapter 2 (1:21) How Melissa got started Melissa started her health nutrition journey out of college after she started learning about how food affects health so significantly. Chapter 3 (5:17) Alkaline, what it is and why it’s important Processed foods are acidic and can cause an imbalance in your body. Eating living food, fruits, and vegetables, is alkaline and brings a healthy balance. Chapter 4 (9:38) Food advice Gotos and easy advice to help make good choices, especially when you are on the go. Keep it simple. Also how to navigate the grocery store Chapter 5 (15:47) Glyphosate - What it is, and how to handle it, and what foods to avoid Glyphosate is a broad-spectrum herbicide sold under the common trade name Roundup. Chapter 6 (18:30) Schedule your day Do in advance what you know in advance. Also best tips on how to start your day to set yourself up for success. Chapter 7 (19:47) Tips for success Melissa shares the top tips she has seen that results in success when trying to switch to a nutrition-dense lifestyle. Chapter 8 (24:39) Fasting advice When you are fasting you burn all the bad cells first, but you go through detox first. Chapter 9 (26:05) Working on a calorie deficit You don’t have to count calories. You will achieve a deficit with a plant-strong diet, and leaving out the processed foods. Chapter 10 (28:45) Wholistic physician Natural path doctors are able to do a lot of tests that traditional doctors don’t do. One, in particular, is glyphosate, which is a direct cancer-causing agent. Chapter 11 (34:27) Accountability partners Make sure you are surrounding yourself with like-minded and supportive individuals. Take baby steps together and you will notice a difference in only 30 days. Chapter 12 (42:53) Harmful diseases directly linked to diet Don’t wait until a health scare to make a change. Heart disease and cancer are just two of many scary health risks that are a direct result of what they are eating. Chapter 13 (53:07) Tools and Apps Some tools that can help you on your journey including some beneficial apps, tools, and stress management ideals. Chapter 14 (59:33) Keep it simple There are some simple steps and actions you can take to help simplify your health journey. These easy steps include getting good sleep Chapter 15 (1:06:00) Joe Wraps up the episode Joe thanks Melissa for being on the episode and share his key takeaways Material Referenced in this interview: → The Gerson Miracle → https://gamechangersmovie.com/ → https://www.rebootwithjoe.co
Jun 23, 2021 · 2825
Mid Year Recap with Joe Chura, Chadd Wright, Jesse Itzler, Maysoon Ziyad, JP Dinnell and others
🎧 Joe Chura is an entrepreneur, inventor, and investor philanthropist. He founded and bootstrapped two companies, Launch Digital Marketing and Dealer Inspire, which both became two of the fastest-growing companies in America, earning the #39 spot on the Inc. 500 and #5 ranking on Crain’s Chicago Fast 50. In 2018, Joe sold both businesses to Cars.com in Chicago’s largest acquisition of the year, and he continues to lead their growth and innovation today as CEO. Joe’s passion is using his leadership and health and fitness experiences to help others achieve their goals, including starting an event REFUEL in December 2017, the Not Almost There Podcast in January 2021, and another event GO which will be held in August of 2021. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe looks back over the last 25 episodes and reflects on what led him to begin this podcast, as well as what he has learned along the way. After having conversations with 25 interesting, authentic people, Joe shares his favorite take-aways and how he has used some of their tips in his own personal development. 🔍 Breakdown with Joe Chura: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces the episode Joe explains how he started the podcast, and talks about an event GO. he is hosting in August. Chapter 2 (2:10) Chadd Wright Chadd explains what it takes to become a winner and one of the main things is not to give pain a voice. Chapter 3 (15:20) Jesse Itzler Jess Itzler talks about how to set up your goals and not beat yourself of as life happens. Chapter 4 (20:02) JP Dinnell Priority is a word JP uses in such an actionable way to help organize and structure your day. Chapter 5 (29:45) Ben Nemtin Ben talks about the importance of goals and how you need to think about your life’s journey so, at the end, you can feel fulfilled. Chapter 6 (35:01) Maysoon Zayid Be yourself, that is the best piece of advice one can receive, and Maysoon lays it out in a beautifully straightforward way. Chapter 7 (40:30) Alex Banayan People like to claim luck is a major factor in one’s success, and Alex agrees with that with one caveat. Chapter 8 (45:00) Patty Morrissey Patty talks about the importance of your alter ego to help get out of your shell, and embracing your ideal version of yourself. Chapter 9 (48:53) Alex Pang Find the best time for you to be the most productive. This is the chronotype challenge, which if you allow yourself to reflect, could be a real game-changer for your productivity. Chapter 10 (50:15) Mike Vardy Stop playing defense with your day and do not let people control your day, Mike shares advice on how to not let you day get away from you. Chapter 11 (52:44) Mike Matthews Mike Matthews gives us the formula on HOW you can eat what you want and still stay in shape using his 80/20 rule. Chapter 12 (55:11) Angela Davis If you are a parent struggling with your kid’s screen time and want them to be more active, this is a tip for you. Chapter 13 (56:11) In-Q In-Q recites his poem, Say Yes Chapter 14 (58:11) Joe wraps up the episode Joe shares his thoughts on the episode Material Referenced in this interview: → Not Almost There Youtube Channel → Not Almost There Spotify → Not Almost There Apple → GO. A Not Almost There Event Discount Code: NAT2021 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Jun 15, 2021 · 3783
COVID-19 Q&A with Dr. Robert Murphy
👨⚕️Dr. Robert L. Murphy is the Executive Director for the Institute for Global Health, as well as head of infectious diseases at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. He has been with Northwestern for over 40 years, and when he began his tenure at Northwestern, he saw the first reported AIDs patient in Chicago. He also started one of the first AIDS clinics in Chicago. Dr. Murphy’s main focus on his life’s work has been HIV infection, viral hepatitis, antiviral drug development, and global health research. Dr. Robert Murphy has been the guest expert regarding COVID-19 questions and update on WGN morning news program. →IN THIS EPISODE…Joe asks Dr. Robert Murphy about his involvement and insights regarding the COVID pandemic. Dr. Murphy has been working with infectious diseases for over 40 years and shares his experiences from being a child during the Polio outbreak to his career starting by treating the first reported AIDs case in Chicago. Dr. Murphy digs into the timeline of COVID: how he was getting his information and therefore had offered bad advice early on, and what we did right as a country to prevent the continued spread of the virus. Dr. Murphy also explains the timeline of the vaccine, how it has been able to get distributed to the public so quickly, and what he believes will be the following steps to irradicate the virus. 🔍 Breakdown with Dr. Robert Murphy: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces Dr. Robert Murphy Dr. Robert Murphy has been in infectious disease for over 40 years. He is also a regular on the WGN morning news show answering your covid questions. Chapter 2 (3:03) Was Covid a shock No, there have been a few epidemics, so having a virus that came out wasn’t a shock. The extent and how it has lasted is what is shocking. Chapter 3 (5:34) Early information When covid first emerged, information was funneled slowly. Most communication was coming from the press. Chapter 5 (8:23) What we got wrong The public has lost confidence in public health officials, so that disconnect has been devastating for the country. Chapter 6 (12:18) The vaccine timeline and creation The COVID vaccine came out extremely quickly. This has caused doubt in some, but Dr. Murphy explains how everything aligned to this groundbreaking vaccine out in record time. Chapter 7 (23:34) What Dr. Murphy would have done better Our country is one of the poorer performing countries in regards to how we handled the virus. Dr. Murphy unpacks what we could have done better. Chapter 8 (29:34) Our unvaccinated population Unfortunately, due to the poor communication that had been shared during the early stages of COVID, there are information gaps for people who are not getting vaccinated. Chapter 9 (34:40) Vaccinating our children Dr. Murphy explains where we are in terms of timeline and getting vaccines to children. As we are studying the effects of the trial patients who received the first vaccine, it gives insights into understanding how kids will respond to the vaccine. Chapter 10 (39:14) Mask wearing We have learned a lot about masks through the pandemic. This is one of many coronaviruses, so this will not be the last one we experience. Chapter 11 (49:00) Covid testing and testing positive after the vaccine Joe has gotten three covid tests, and all came back negative. He shared his experience with Dr. Murphy. Dr. Murphy also explained data of people getting the vaccine and getting covid. Chapter 12 (52:55) Prediction for 2 years It will take 3-5 years for global vaccination. Continued testing and understanding of the genetic breakdown of how the vaccine is working and any boosters that may be needed. Long-term consequences of getting covid also have been alarming so far. Chapter 13 (58:13) recommended resources Dr. Murphy shared resources (listed below) for unbiased information regarding the covid virus and the latest updates. Chapter 14 (1:01:29) Joe Wraps up the episode Joe thanks Dr. Murphy for being on
Jun 8, 2021 · 5315
Thinner. Leaner. Stronger. with Mike Matthews
🔥 Mike Matthews is an author, fitness evangelist, podcaster, and entrepreneur. Mike operates with the belief that every person can achieve the body of his or her dreams. He is the bestselling author of the books, “Bigger, Leaner, Stronger”, “Thinner, Leaner, Stronger”, and “The Shredded Chef”, which combined have sold over 1.5 million. Mike is also the host of the Muscle For Life podcast, as well as the founder of Legion Athletics. Mike has used his simple and science-based approaches to fitness and health, building muscle, losing body fat, and gaining strength, to help thousands of people across the world achieve their best bodies ever! →IN THIS EPISODE...Mike explains the importance of some key factors to ensure great and healthy training; which include getting proper sleep, understanding the food you eat, and the importance of building good habits. He also tells Joe the best supplements to take if you are interested in enhancing your workout regimen AND...AND...The one and only true bio-hack. Get on those shoes or get in the gym while you listen or watch this one. We cover almost everything you need to get started. Keep sending your feedback and look forward to seeing you on the other side. 🔍 Breakdown with Mike Matthews: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces Mike Matthews Mike is a fitness enthusiast who has answered over 200,000 health questions Chapter 2 (1:39) Pitfalls getting started on a fitness journey When people start a trend diet or workout, they can set themselves up for failure with restrictive changes which are not sustainable. Mike offers examples on how to set yourself up for success. Chapter 3 (14:18) The science behind fitness There is an intention in Mike’s books to ensure the readers understand every principle. Each chapter also ends with the resources referenced to show each idea has been researched. Chapter 4 (31:30) Understanding your metabolic rate 20% of your resting metabolic rate (RBR) is used to operate your brain functionality. Mike shares more facts on what your RBR is and how to improve it. Chapter 5 (39:45) Before bed snacking Sleeping through the night has been an issue for Mike. He offers some great tips, which include getting some before-bed carbs. Chapter 6 (51:23) Are there foods to stay away from Surprisingly, no. The real trick is to listen to what your body tells you. If your body responds badly to a certain food, stay away from it. Chapter 7 (57:53) Figuring out your macros and best way to track Figuring out your macros can be difficult, so Mike breaks down the percentages that should work for the average person. Make a food plan that works for you. Chapter 8 (1:09:33) Exploring calorie deficit and keeping muscle during cardio training Conditioning is the tool to improve your cardiovascular system, and it’s viable to do this without losing muscle. Mike explains figuring out the calorie deficit you should be working with and how to keep muscle while cardio training. Chapter 9 (54:21) Importance of sleep The only true bio-hack is sleep. Sleep has so many benefits, and even more interesting is the negative effects not getting enough sleep has on your health journey. Chapter 10 (1:05:47) High weight and low reps If you want to gain muscle and get bigger and stronger, you need to do higher weights and fewer reps. Mike discusses the myth behind more reps getting you more muscles. Chapter 11 (1:20:26) Supplements are not essential Surprising comment from Mike, given he runs a supplement brand, but they are not necessary. However, it is important to note, you can absolutely enhance your workout and speed up your fitness goals with the supplements described. Chapter 12 (1:41:11) Joe Wraps up the episode Joe thanks Mike for being on the episode and share his key takeaways Material Referenced in this interview: → Bigger, Leaner, Stronger: by Michael Matthews →Thinner, Leaner, Stronger: by Michael Matthews → Beyond Bigger Leaner Stronger: by Michael Mat
May 31, 2021 · 5486
Rest with Alex Soojung-Kim Pang Ph.D
😴 Alex Soojung-Kim Pang’s academic training is in history and sociology of science, a field that blends history, anthropology, and sociology. His research uses ethnography, interviews, historical case studies, and literary analysis (and whatever other tools are lying around) to understand users and their worlds. Alex started his career studying people, technologies, and the worlds they make. Since 2000 he has worked as a technology forecaster and futurist, helping companies understand new technologies and global trends, and their strategic and business implications. His research and consulting opportunities lead Alex to become an author. Most recently he wrote, SHORTER: work better, smarter, and less- which uses design thinking to explain how companies in a variety of industries and countries are moving to 4-day weeks. It’s a sequel to his 2016 book REST: why you get more done when you work less, which explores the hidden role rest plays in the success of super-creative and -productive people. Alex also wrote, THE DISTRACTION ADDICTION, deals with technology, addiction, and distraction. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Alex take a deep dive into the workweek, employee burnout, and how our perception of productivity needs to be reconstructed. Alex advocates for working shorter, more focused hours and balance that with more ‘serious leisure’ time. Joe and Alex discuss the power of taking breaks from meetings, such as zoom calls, and Alex gives great actionable tips on how to take planned breaks from intense work to enhance your creativity and capacity. 🔍 Breakdown with Alex Soojung-Kim Pang: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces Alex Soojung-Kim Pang Alex Soojung-Kim Pang is a best-selling author and futurist. Chapter 2 (1:58) The importance of rest The “why” behind the importance of rest is the recharge that comes from recovering the energy lost during the day. Chapter 3 (9:14) Breaking up your day Setting time for yourself throughout the day for various mental breaks is just as important as meetings throughout your day. Chapter 4 (22:53) Companies with successful workday models There are some companies that started adapting a 4-day work model and Alex shares the results. Chapter 5 (31:50) Catalyst to Rest While on a work sabbatical, Alex came to the realization that Chapter 6 (35:52) Creating your company culture A couple of useful tips to ensure being respectful of people’s time. Make meetings shorter and purposeful, using technology for focus, and better structure of your day. Chapter 7 (41:35) Lessons from the pandemic Going to a remote-based model and showing employees flexibility has proven to be successful. We need to keep this model going post covid. Chapter 8 (46:11) Maximizing your productivity It isn’t easy to self-identify what time of day is your peak performance time. It’s important to recognize your most focused times are, also it doesn’t have to be limited to one time of day. Chapter 9 (54:21) The power of sleep Alex breaks down the cycle of sleep, and the benefits of a nighttime routine to help power down and get the maximum benefit from recharging. He also explains the negative effects of a sleep deficit. Chapter 10 (1:05:47) Concept of deep play and vacation boundaries You need to give your creative subconscious time to mull over your ideas without conscious effort. This is also true for your vacation. Set your boundaries so you can enjoy downtime which can then fuel a more focused mind upon your return. Chapter 11 (1:20:26) Combating distractions with your kids Thinking about how distracted our kids are due to the number of electronics and screen time that is in front of them. Chapter 12 (1:24:30) Getting started incorporating rest in your life There is great value to adding rest boundaries in scale at organizations. Think about how you can model and encourage employees to have higher quality focus time as well as downtime. Chapter 13 (1:29:55) Wrapping up Joe concludes
May 23, 2021 · 4964
Man in the Arena with Chadd Wright
🏔 Chadd Wright is a motivational speaker, business owner, entrepreneur, and retired Navy SEAL who served as a Navy SEAL master training specialist and instructor for 12 years. When he retired in 2019, he also started the 3-OF-7 Project together with his brother, Blake Wright, which is a project dedicated to assisting people in becoming the best version of themselves. Chad also continues to push himself with new goals as an ultramarathoner, with completing and winning events such as The Revenant, Mid State Mile, and Single Track Maniac. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Chadd talk briefly about Joe’s experience at the proving ground and Chadd's ideas and philosophy around leadership. Chad shares his journey and commitment to becoming a Navy SEAL, his struggles with a silent heart issue, and how his singular focus allowed him to overcome this obstacle. He told Joe about the power of the mind to break barriers and achieve the things you want to manifest in life, how accountability is the sign of a truly great leader, and how to deal with self-doubt. 🔍 Breakdown with Chadd Wright: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces Chadd Wright Alex is the author of Endure, and publishes many articles in Runner’s world and Outside Chapter 2 (1:20) Positive and negative leadership inspiration Everything Chadd has created with his 3of7 company has been fed from what he learned from being a Navy Seal. He credits so much of what he learned from being a seal instructor and feels he has a master's degree in forging warriors. Chapter 3 (5:48) An unachievable lesson In BUDs Chadd experienced a setback in a particular exercise of extreme endurance, but it was because his instructors had set an unrealistic goal. What he learned from that experience was something he implements today. Chapter 4 (14:25) Failure as a leader We all experience failure, and although it may seem more glaring as a leader, the best thing you can do is take ownership. Own the mistake, learn from it, and do better. Chapter 5 (19:30) Becoming a navy seal Chadd set a goal of becoming a navy seal and wouldn’t let anything stand in his way. Not even a rare heart condition that almost took him out of the running to be on the seal's team. Chapter 6 (34:59) Proving oneself to others Proving himself to family, friends, and any naysayers around Chadd wasn’t his top driver, it was his internal drive that pushed him to achieve his goals, from becoming a Navy Seal to his ultramarathon experiences. Chapter 7 (42:10) Finding motivation to keep pushing yourself Motivation comes from Chadd’s brothers and sisters who have contributed in some way to the 3 fo 7 project. Chapter 8 (47:52) Putting in the miles Chadd doesn’t just put out goals without setting them for himself. He set goals such as training for the mid-state mile, which is his principles put into practice. Chapter 9 (51:43) Your tongue is your rudder The minute you allow yourself to speak words of self-doubt or insecurity, you allow the idea of giving up to set in. The power of a positive mindset and positive self-talk is crucial to your success. Chapter 10 (58:41) The day after a major achievement After you have trained and prepared for a race or event, the following day can be depressing. The letdown, if you don’t prepare for it can take you by surprise. Chadd allows himself 1-2 days to feel sad. He knows it will come, and he plans for it, and allows it to have its place. Chapter 11 (1:05:55) Being in a flow state This life is a gift, and the best gift we can give ourselves is to be present and to challenge ourselves to the best we can be. To experience the good and the bad, and to learn and grow from each experience. Chapter 12 (1:21:03) Joe wraps up the episode Joe concludes the episode and recaps highlights from his time with Chadd. Material Referenced in this interview: →https://3of7project.com/ →The Podcast →The Basic Course →The Proving Grounds 📞 Connect with Chadd Wright →https://www.faceboo
May 17, 2021 · 3308
Mind over Matter with Alex Hutchinson : Part Two
🏃♂️ Alex Hutchinson is an Author with a Master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, a physicist with a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge. Aside from academia, he is also a professional athlete with credentials as a two-time finalist in the 1,500 meters at the Canadian Olympic Trials. Today he writes about the science of endurance for Runner’s World and Outside, while frequently contributing to little-known publications like the New York Times, The New Yorker, and Toronto’s Globe and Mail. FiveThirtyEight recently named him one of their “favorite running science geeks” and he was also one of only two reporters granted access to cover Breaking2 — Nike’s top-secret training project to break the two-hour marathon barrier. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Alex break down the science behind VO2 max. Alex explains what it is, how to figure out your numbers, and what you should use this metric for. They also discuss fitness; what the optimal exercise frequency is, how to gain muscle back after you lose it, and the importance of strength training. Alex shares his favorite gadgets to help track your progress, and his most important tips you can start using today. 🔍 Breakdown with Alex Hutchinson: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Re-Introduces Alex Hutchinson Alex is the author of Endure, and publishes many articles in Runner’s world and Outside Chapter 2 (1:19) Breaking down VO2 max It’s the volume of oxygen, the fastest rate at which you can take oxygen and give it to your muscles. Alex explains how this varies depending on your level of fitness and why this is important. Chapter 3 (6:32) VO2 Max and how you should apply it Remember VO2 max is important to understand your physical well-being. Even if you’re not an athlete, improving your Vo2 max can potentially improve your overall health. Low levels of cardiovascular fitness correlate with an increased risk of heart disease. Chapter 4 (8:12) How to improve your VO2 Max You can increase your Vo2 max in two ways: by increasing the amount of blood your heart can pump and by increasing how much oxygen your muscles can take up. Chapter 5 (21:09) Going back, what would you do differently Alex looks back on his career and thinks about what he might change or do differently. The purest answer is no. Alex explains that although he knows so much more now about the physiological side of training, he feels proud of the way he handled his career. Chapter 6 (24:12) Minimal amount of exercise to get maximum results 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days a week is what is advised. Although, even 10 minutes moves the needle. Chapter 7 (29:37) Losing muscle quickly when you stop exercising If you are sitting all day or not moving at all, you lose muscle extremely quickly. Scary if you are sitting at a desk all day. The good news is that it is easier to regain that muscle, and Alex explains why. Chapter 8 (35:56) Gadgets or methods that help your training The most important method is focusing on your mental strength. The extras are just not proven to be any more effective than your own training routine. Chapter 9 (40:05) Nike Vapor Fly Alex was one of 2 journalists to be able to report on the Nike Vapor Fly, and almost breaking the world record. Nothing in the shoe was new, but it was just the perfect combination to create faster run times. Chapter 10 (54:46) Joe wraps up Part 2 Joe closes the episode by asking if Alex would expand the book, what would the new chapters be. Material Referenced in this interview: →Endure by Alex Hutchinson →The Genius of Athletes by Noel Brick and Scott Douglas 📞 Connect with Alex Hutchinson →https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhutchinson →https://www.facebook.com/sweatscience →https://www.instagram.com/sweat_science/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Facebook https://www.fa
May 11, 2021 · 3416
Mind Over Matter with Alex Hutchinson : Part One
Alex Hutchinson is a NY Times Best Selling Author with a Master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, a physicist with a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge. Aside from academia, he is also a professional athlete with credentials as a two-time finalist in the 1,500 meters at the Canadian Olympic Trials. Today he writes about the science of endurance for Runner’s World and Outside, while frequently contributing to little-known publications like the New York Times, The New Yorker, and Toronto’s Globe and Mail. FiveThirtyEight recently named him one of their “favorite running science geeks” and he was also one of only two reporters granted access to cover Nike’s top-secret training project to break the two-hour marathon barrier. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Alex break down the science behind physical exertion and the importance of mental fortitude. Alex tells the story of his “aha moment” during a meaningless track meet that catapulted his running career and seeded his interest in the power of the mind. Alex explains what this all means for the everyday person: optimal exercise volume for maintaining health, how to avoid acute and chronic injuries, and how visualization and positive self-talk are cornerstones to performing at your best. 🔍 Breakdown with Alex Hutchinson: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces Alex Hutchinson Alex is the author of Endure, and publishes many articles in Runner’s world and Outside Chapter 2 (1:43) The inspiration for writing Endure While running in an inconsequential race, Alex had an experience where he had smashed his PR, and the only element that was different was his frame of mind. This event started a trajectory of research that led him to write a book about the impact of the mind on the body. Chapter 3 (5:50) Finding research to substantiate mind over matter ideal Not just relying on anecdotal experience, Alex also explains the research he did on athletes’ mindset and how it affects their performance. Chapter 4 (12:21) Variations in mental fortitude Why can some people squeeze more out of the lemon than others? Looking at why some people are able to break free of their mental limitations Chapter 5 (22:29) Positive self-talk Affirmations are not a new concept, but the research of just how much positive self-talk affects performance is surprising. Chapter 6 (30:26) Negative self-talk The minute negativity starts creeping in, it can often be an insurmountable obstacle. Joe and Alex discuss why this happens and how to avoid this pitfall. Chapter 7 (38:18) Visualization and micro-goals From a young age, Joe and Alex both have had personal experiences of visualization that helped mold how they view goal setting. Alex gives great advice on how to break up a large goal into smaller achievements. Chapter 8 (48:07) Setting goals for purpose-driven training Joe is doing a Spartan Ultra race, and how it shapes and drives his workouts. Having a goal to work toward can help motivate and create accountability around your exercise. Chapter 9 (54:46) Joe wraps up Part 1 Joe and Alex continue their conversation next week and dig into VO2 max. Material Referenced in this interview: →Endure by Alex Hutchinson →The Genius of Athletes by Noel Brick and Scott Douglas 📞 Connect with Alex Hutchinson →https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhutchinson →https://www.facebook.com/sweatscience →https://www.instagram.com/sweat_science/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
May 3, 2021 · 3703
Love Good Fats with Suzie Yorke
Suzie Yorke launched a rocket ship food start-up brand Love Good Fats that just exceeded $100mil in Revenue and is just over 3 years! 🚀🚀🚀🚀 A proud mom, partner 🏳️🌈, former Marketing CPG Executive and now, first-time entrepreneur (at age 50!) on a fierce mission to spread the word that fat is back and sugar it out. 11x Ironman athlete, cyclist, marathon runner. Award winner: 2020 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award and 2019 Top 100 Most Powerful Women Award. Suzie’s brand Mission is to play a key role in getting North Americans to eat more healthy fats, less sugar, feel great, and living healthier lives. Finally, fat is back! →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe discusses with Suzie Yorke her impressive launch of a nutrition bar company, Love Good Fats, at the age of 50. Being a startup in a food space is not easy, but with Suzie’s impressive marketing background, she explains how she was able to acquire funding and get into big box stores to start the upward trajectory of her nutrition bar business. She tells Joe about the fallacies of a high-fat diet, as well as the positive effects on her physical health and her energy level once she ditched her previous misconceptions and reintroduced good fats. 🔍 Breakdown with Suzie Yorke: Chapter 1 (1:30) Joe Introduces Suzie Yorke Suzie is an entrepreneur in Canada that is exploding into the health bar scene. Chapter 2 (1:49) The creation of Love Good Fats While traveling in her previous CMO role, Suzie discovered a breakthrough in her health. She realized the misinformation she had been told is that all fats are bad. Chapter 3 (5:01) Starting a company at the age of 50 Once Stacie had her moment identifying a gap in the market for a healthy fat bar, she starting getting angel investors and working to get her bar up and running. Chapter 4 (10:23) Sales blew away expectations Love Good Fats' proof of concept was two bar flavors, and those bars quickly flew off the shelves, so they immediately created two new flavors and things haven’t slowed down since. Chapter 5 (11:39) Getting into big box stores Whole Foods was the first big-box store to pick up her product, and it did not take long to get into more stores once the word was out about the sales she was doing. Chapter 6 (17:11) How to know if my product will last There are market reports that come out, but there are also some key identifiers. Suzie explained how she was able to identify her brand as a stable force in the nutrition bar space. Chapter 7 (22:23) My “I made it” moment It's hard to say out loud at any given time, “I made it”, but Suzie recounts the moment she had where she felt her company had hit a major milestone. Chapter 8 (27:46) Entrepreneur state of mind Being an entrepreneur comes with its own set of challenges. It may seem like being your own boss is the ultimate goal, but what often isn’t spoken of is the weight of supporting your employees and other stresses that come along with it. Chapter 9 (36:20) Not feeling healthy Doing everything Suzie thought she should be doing; low fat, low salt, and eating greens. She still had stomach issues and high blood pressure. What’s the problem? Chapter 10 (44:01) Cutting out Sugar and good nutrition Suzie cut out sugar and focused on clean eating with fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. Chapter 11 (49:09) Common mistakes of high-fat diet A high-fat diet doesn’t mean an abundance of saturated fats. It’s important when you are adding fats to your daily nutrition you understand the kind of fat you are consuming. You should always track/monitor your progress and consult your physician. Chapter 12 (54:52) Balancing workout with your workday You have to make it a priority and set a focus and intention on your day. Being an entrepreneur can absorb so much more of your time and focus, so carving out time is essential. Chapter 13 (56:30) One take away recommendation Just cut sugar. There is so much sugar that is hidden in foods and ingredients, so limi
Apr 26, 2021 · 4008
Laziness Does Not Exist with Dr. Devon Price
📄 Dr. Devon Price Dr. Devon Price is a social psychologist, writer, activist, and professor at Loyola University of Chicago’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Price’s work has appeared in numerous publications such as Vox, Slate, The Rumpus, NPR, and HuffPost and has been featured on the front page of Medium innumerable times. Their first book, LAZINESS DOES NOT EXIST, was published in January 2021 to critical acclaim. →IN THIS EPISODE… In this episode, Joe discusses with Dr. Devon Price the laziness paradox and if laziness, in fact, exists. Dr. Devon gives Joe actionable tips on how to feel balanced in your day with pockets of time for yourself and your mental health, so when you are meant to be focused, you are able to do so without fear of burnout. 🔍 Breakdown with Dr. Devon Price: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces Dr. Devon Price Mike Vardy is a productivity specialist and is going to share tips and ideas during the interview. Chapter 2 (2:11) Common misconceptions about laziness People often identify themselves as lazy and do not give themselves enough credit for what they are doing. It’s not about willpower; it about prioritizing. Chapter 3 (4:22) The fine line between too lazy and not lazy enough We define a lot of situations as lazy, but as a culture, we overuse that word. Chapter 4 (5:58) Working harder versus working smarter Dr. Devon recognizes some work culture norms are not what works for someone’s accomplishments. Being the last one to leave the office is not essential; making positive outcomes for your organization is. Chapter 5 (9:18) Notification and alerts on your smart devices One particular workspace app, slack, has been positive and damaging to the workplace atmosphere. Dr. Devon advises on how to set boundaries within that space. Chapter 6 (16:29) Working can affect your health How Dr. Devon became interested in the topic of laziness and work expectations, is when they themselves suffered adverse health effects from the amount of stress and pressure they expected out of themselves. Chapter 7 (22:23) Living to someone else’s expectations Dr. Devon discusses “upward social comparison.” They explain how not to let others be your benchmark to your detriment. Chapter 8 (27:46) Learning something new When you can give yourself a new focus, it can help alleviate stress. You take away expectations, as this is something new you are trying, so you can remove the idea of being perfect. Chapter 9 (36:20) Creating a filter against social media Dr. Devon gives examples of their boundaries they set in order to push against the pressure of online content. They also explain tips that will help buffer the stress that comes from a constant stream of notifications. Chapter 10 (40:37) Tips for feeling overwhelmed by the news Don’t mistake information for power. Too much information can flood our nervous system, so find ways to slow down. Dr. Devon also explains the power of blocking. Chapter 11 (49:02) The positive outcomes from a “push” from a device Is a Fitbit or Apple watch a positive tool or negative? The benefits and the negative aspects of having a reminder at all times. Chapter 12 (52:22) Creating routines as a parent As a parent, there is guilt around “screen time” or allowing them to have a day without an agenda. There is a wonderful aspect of showing your children realistic expectations and allow to have Chapter 13 (59:24) The overall lesson boiled down Dr. Devon provides some actionable items on how to take control of your day and your overall happiness and well-being. Chapter 14 (1:01:12) Helpful resources In Laziness Does Not Exist, there are many resources from books to tools online that help you in your day-to-day. Dr. Devon shares some of their top recommendations. Chapter 15 (1:03:37) Where you can connect with Dr. Devon and wrap-up Dr. Devon shares how you can connect with them and Joe wraps up the episode. Material Referenced in this interv
Apr 20, 2021 · 5787
How to Maximize Your Productivity with Mike Vardy
✅Mike Vardy is an author, speaker, and productivity and time management strategist (or 'productivityist') based out of Victoria, BC, Canada. He is the author of "The Front Nine: How to Start the Year You Want Anytime You Want," and has also self-published several eBooks, most recently "The Productivityist Playbook." Mike has been performing for 12 years -- and has given talks on productivity, time, and task management at TEDxVictoria, Social Media Camp, New Media Expo, and South by Southwest. He has also facilitated workshops related to tasks, time, projects, and goal management. Mike has also produced and hosted several podcasts over the years, and currently hosts The Productivityist Podcast, a podcast that features insights and conversations surrounding productivity and workflow. →IN THIS EPISODE… In this episode, Joe discusses with Mike Vardy the concept of productivity. Mike gives tips, tools, tactics, and tricks that are designed to help you take your time management, goals, and to-do lists to a new level of effectiveness. Whether you are looking to maximize your ROI at work or at home, you will get many actionables to start these changes today. 🔍 Breakdown with Mike Vardy: Chapter 1 (0:00) Joe Introduces Mike Vardy Mike Vardy is a productivity specialist and is going to share tips and ideas during the interview. Chapter 2 (1:41) What is the model of productivity We are not designed to multi-task, and we forget that machines are designed to handle multiple processes, but humans are not. Chapter 3 (7:46) Finding balance between internal communication Mike discusses the purpose of slack and how to organize your internal communication with external communication. Chapter 4 (14:07) Tips for project management tools Most of the tools are connected to your email, so when you send an email it will automatically add to your project. Chapter 5 (16:36) People playing defense If you are checking email to be told what to do, then you don’t have the right plan in place. You run the risk of email telling you what to do. The best practice is to plan your day the night before. Chapter 6 (23:16) How to get back on track Mike compares the analogy with fighting fires all day, which implies a haphazard manner, with actual firemen who are very controlled with how they put out fires. Chapter 7 (36:17) Setting the right schedule Mike works out at night, Joe works out in the morning. Mike explains how to identify when you are the most productive. Chapter 8 (41:31) Procrastination and how to avoid it Focus on the elements of your project and make measured steps to work on the large project in small doses. Chapter 9 (45:45) Theme your days If you set a tone for each day it helps to organize and set perimeters around your day so you don’t get sidetracked. Chapter 10 (52:05) Getting started The first question asked is, are you a calendar person or a to-do list person. There are 5 modes from there Mike goes into that help your productivity goals. Chapter 11 (58:18) Time blocking and horizontal theming Two types of time organization are time blocking and horizontal theming. Mike explains the differences between the two, and his preference for horizontal theming for habitual practice. Chapter 12 (1:15:10) Tips on habit tracking app Mike reviews some idea on Evernote and other various apps, including Hindsight, as recommended apps that help with habit tracking Chapter 13 (1:22:33) The power of streaks Nothing is more encouraging than getting your new habit started. Start your new habit and building upon it to keep the momentum going. Chapter 14 (1:25:57) What’s one thing to start tomorrow Put verbs in front of every task you write down. Every task is an action item. Chapter 15 (1:30:09) Some book recommendations Mike has some great book recommendations, which are listed below. Chapter 16 (1:32:33) Find out more about Mike You can connect with Mike through any of his social media linked below, or thr
Apr 12, 2021 · 4681
Finding Mindfulness with Alison Canavan
Alison Canavan is a UCLA-trained Mindfulness Facilitator from The Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behaviour. She runs a successful private practice as a Health and Wellness coach and delivers motivational talks on health and wellbeing, all over the world, specializing in behavior change, mental health, addiction, and improving your mindset. Alison was a successful international model for nearly two decades and in recent years has devoted her time to her greatest passion: the achievement of true health and wellbeing for herself and others. Alison is passionate about human potential and helping people to reach theirs; she attained a graduate distinction in Nutrition and Health Coaching from Irish Institute of Nutrition and Health, Advanced Diploma in Diet and Nutrition therapeutics, Raw Foods Mastery level 3 from The Life Change Health Institute. In her work, she shares tools and training that help people connect, go within, and create lasting change through intuition and everyday small behavioral changes. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and Alison talk about her journey to sobriety. As Ireland’s first Super Model Alison found herself being engulfed in a toxic lifestyle. Her turning point was motherhood, and her son James brought her the motivation to start seeking help and health. Alison shares great tips and exercises to become a more mindful person to live a life of gratitude. 🔍 Breakdown with Alison Canavan: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing Alison Canavan Joe introduces Alison, and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (3:15) Defining Moment Alison credits the birth of her son as the catalyst for her getting sober and focusing on her health. Chapter 3 (13:26) From model to mindfulness expert Alison shares her journey as Ireland’s first supermodel, and how she started down a road of self-destructive behavior with alcohol. She explains how the birth of her son helped shift her focus to mindfulness and living a holistic lifestyle. Chapter 4 (17:08) More alcohol equals less productivity Alcohol or any harmful substance can typically cause negative side effects that last 3 times longer than the moment you do them. Chapter 5 (24:36) Power of Streaks Starting a new goal can be difficult, especially when it is breaking a bad habit, so a great tip is to focus on creating a streak. You will notice a shift after you are successful 5 or more days in a row. Chapter 6 (25:28) How to find a good mentor Throughout Alison’s journey, she credits a lot of her good habits and the ability to overcome her addiction to alcohol through teachers she has met along the way. Chapter 7 (33:35) Creating consistency and routine A great analogy for an absence of consistency; weeds (bad habits) invading your garden(your life/goals). Joe shares this and some great tips in establishing a routine. Chapter 8 (39:30) Mediation in schools Why aren’t we teaching our kids mental exercises as well as physical exercise? This is a topic Joe discussed with Nelson Delis in a previous episode as well. Chapter 9 (44:55) Power tip about consistency Joe shares a power tip he learned from a book, Tiny Habits. It is never too late to make changes in your life. Chapter 10 (52:08) Enjoy the process and trust the journey Joe and Alison discuss how to get yourself to a place of happiness and enjoy the moment of time you are currently in. Chapter 11 (1:05:54) Where hearts unite Right now, Alison is working with her brother to develop holistic supplements. She is also a life coach and can help with mindfulness and meditation. Chapter 12 (1:11:15) Speed round questions Learn about Alison’s favorite books to reread, and her non-important thing to do. Chapter 13 (1:16:09) In Closing Joe wraps up the episode and encourages you to remember: you, me, we are not almost there. Material Referenced in this interview: →Minding Mum by Alison Canavan →Liver Medic Products →Virgin River (Netflix Series) →Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg, PhD 📞 Connect with Alison
Apr 5, 2021 · 3575
Changing Your Perspective with IN-Q
🎤IN-Q is an award-winning poet, multi-platinum songwriter, and the best-selling author of Inquire Within. His groundbreaking achievements include being named to Oprah’s SuperSoul 100 list of the world’s most influential thought leaders and being featured on A&E, ESPN, and HBO’s Def Poetry Jam. He has written with renowned artists including Aloe Blacc, Miley Cyrus, Mike Posner, ZHU, and Foster the People. Nike, Instagram, Spotify, Google, Zappos, Lululemon, Live Nation, Shazam, The Grammy Foundation, and many more have brought IN-Q in to motivate their teams through his keynote performances and transformational storytelling workshops. Ultimately IN-Q writes to entertain, inspire, and challenge his audiences to look deeper into the human experience and ask questions about themselves, their environment, and the world at large. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe and In-Q discuss his monumental career; how he got started in the poetry and rapping world and he was able to gain understanding and inspiration from the community around him. He never allowed set back and adversity to hold him back, instead, it fueled his ability to channel his emotions through his poetry to make him the writing powerhouse he is today. 🔍 Breakdown with In-Q: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing In-Q Joe sets up the episode and introduces Q. Chapter 2 (2:35) Performing “Say Yes” Q beautifully performs a poem from his best selling book entitled, “Say Yes” Chapter 3 (6:23) Background of writing The struggle was what Q knew for the beginning of his career. Once he finally started to make a little money, he used it to travel and saying “yes” to life. Chapter 4 (8:03) Looking back Always follow your enthusiasm. Q followed his passion for freestyle hip-hop and rap and was his first form of meditation. Chapter 5 11:48) Hip Hop inspiration Nas and his album “Illmatic” and realized he was as close to God as he could get. His ultimate idol. Chapter 6 (14:45) Father connection If Q’s father was in the picture he feels things would be different, not sure for better or worse, but he feels grateful for his life journey, and wouldn’t change anything. Chapter 7 (20:50) Poem closest to you The piece that Q wrote about his father is closest to his core, but he favorite poem is his next one, he explains why. Chapter 8 (22:18) How to slow down and enjoy On a deeper level, during the covid pandemic, Q realized who you are is not what you do. They can be intertwined but they are also separate. Chapter 9 (27:07) Life mentors and inspiration Community. Q talks about earlier in the episode how his come up was through his hip hop community and that is who has inspired him. He also explains the hard work it takes to succeed. Chapter 10 (33:20) The power of REFUEL Joe and Q reflect on how messaging goes out in the world and how it can have a ripple effect. Chapter 11 (38:32) Covid and our new reality Q’s engagement happened during COVID, and he feels strongly to change the narrative. Nature has given us a time out to look back and reflect and come out better. Chapter 12 (46:28) Story-telling workshops Opportunity to give the gift that has been given to Q. Whether the workshop is virtual or live, Q opens up a community he felt like he was able to grow from early on in his career. Chapter 13 (50:08) In-Q’s name origin story When Q was fifteen a friend told him his name should be Inquiry because he also was asking questions in his wrap. Chapter 14 (53:49) Get lost in something We live in an age with the internet where mentors are just a click away. Make sure you take advantage of that. Chapter 15 (56:47) Final poem, “Perspective” In closing, In-Q performs “perspective” Chapter 16 (58:29) In Closing Joe wraps up this incredible episode Material Referenced in this interview: →IN-Q – Live at the Ace Theatre Amazon Prime Video →https://in-q.com/inquirewithin/ →https://in-q.com/workshops/ 📞 Connect with In-Q →https://in-q.com/ →https://www.instagram.com/i
Mar 28, 2021 · 4448
Getting Ripped In Your 40's with John Brooks
🤼♂️John Brooks is a Certified Sports Nutritionist with the International Society of Sports Nutrition (CISSN) and Precision Nutrition (level 1) certified and has a B.S. in Biology from DePaul University and an M.S. in Nutrition & Wellness from Benedictine University. He has over 15 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. Much of that time was spent in the supplement industry, and as a result, John has a vast knowledge about supplements and the evidence for and against using various ones. John is the founder of Nutrition 361, which is based in suburban Chicago and works with people all over the world. When John is not coaching clients, he trains and competes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and holds the rank of black belt. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe discusses with John myths about fitness and working out once you are in your 40s. John explains best practices to get in shape and how to start changing your unhealthy habits today. Get a pad and pen ready because there are valuable tips you won’t want to miss. 🔍 Breakdown with John Brooks: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing John Brooks Joe introduces John, and he shares his credentials. Chapter 2 (0:57) Demystify getting ripped in your 40’s Many people feel like you can’t get in shape the older you get. John explains the variables, and age is not a significant factor. Chapter 3 (3:15) Percentage of diet vs fitness John takes an 80/20 approach to diet and fitness. He advises 80% nutrition-based energy and 20% energy from physical activity. Chapter 4 (5:58) Calculating your metabolic rate Once you establish your metabolic rate you can establish a fitness plan to capitalize on the way your body burns calories. Chapter 5 (8:25) Focus on the week Don’t focus on your daily calorie goal, focus on your weekly calorie deficit goal wholistically. It will be less discouraging if you have a high-calorie day, but a deficit the rest of the week. Chapter 6 (13:26) Knowing your real weight Don’t focus on weighing yourself every week, because that can be discouraging. John shares the variable of having a high-calorie weekend or other factors that can account for fluctuating weight. John encourages taking photos to see the impact on your body. Chapter 7 (15:00) Reducing water intake Joe shared that he was drinking a gallon of water a day. John explains the reason that some people can intake too much water, and cutting your water and salt intake in half is often beneficial. Chapter 8 (16:42) Focus on the macros Macro is an abbreviation of the word 'macronutrient' and simply refers to the three main nutrient groups: fats, carbohydrates, protein. John explains how to figure out your macros which include, Work out your base metabolic rate, decide your activity level, and choose your macro split. Chapter 9 (21:45) Track your calories John encourages finding how many calories you are taking in on a given day to make sure you aren’t going over your calorie deficit. Joe shares how calorie tracking really helped with his intermittent snacking. Chapter 10 (26:08) Losing weight The best way to lose weight is to focus on a calorie deficit diet, period. John also discusses some of the fad diets and how they are not sustainable. Chapter 11 (34:25) Protein intake and fasting Fasting is an eating schedule. It's important to remember what you eat and how much you eat are more important than the amount of time in between meals. Chapter 12 (37:30) Reducing your alcohol consumption Reducing the amount of alcohol you drink is a huge factor in getting ripped in your 40’s. You don’t have to completely deprive yourself, but if you can limit your drinking you will see a significant impact. Chapter 13 (45:40) Recommended supplements John is a minimalist when it comes to supplements, but he definitely recommends, protein powder, vitamin D, collagen, and a few others. Make sure to consult your physician before deciding which supplements to take. Chapter 14 (52:09) Where to start Fo
Mar 22, 2021 · 3108
Prioritize Your Health with Angela Manuel Davis
🚴🏽♀️Angel Manuel Davis is an international fitness evangelist and motivational coach. As a former member of the USA Track and Field Team, Angela was a five-time All-American who held world rankings in the 100-meter dash. Angela was also an Olympic Trials semi-finalist, a member of the World Championship team, and a professional runner for Nike. In 2014, Angela appeared on and was a part of the national arena tour. Born into a sports family, Angela’s father Jerry Manuel played, coached, and managed baseball in the MLB. Drive, determination, and a competitive spirit were instilled in Angela from an early age. Angela has been coaching and training private clients for over 15 years. With her motivational message and passion for fitness, Angela created Los Angeles’ most in-demand group cycle class, training influential cultural forces such as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, David Beckham, and Kerry Washington. Equally a powerhouse as a fitness coach and motivational speaker leading events across the country, Davis was featured on Oprah Winfrey’s Live the Life You Want Tour and Oprah’s 20/20 Vision Tour. Most recently, Angela has taken on the title of AARMY Co-Founder & Chief Motivation Officer. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe discusses with Angela her incredible journey in athletics. From starting as a track star ranked in the top 25 in the world, to pioneering the workout world by coaching with intention and starting AARMY, a dynamic workout lifestyle. Angela gives great advice on how to make fitness a priority as well as how to make it a priority for your children. 🔍 Breakdown with Angela Manuel Davis: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing Angela Manuel Davis Joe introduces Angela. Chapter 2 (2:16) Motivation through movement Being born into an athletic family, Angela grew up with the idea that everyone who moves is an athlete. By pushing those in her class, Angela can pour in the motivation while they are giving all they can. Chapter 3 (4:32) Origin story Angela explains how she started incorporating motivation into her classes. She learned from her father the importance of helping people live their best life and put a demand on their potential. Chapter 4 (7:36) The gift within Once Angela left track and field she was teaching cycling and workout classes and started feeling the urge to give words of wisdom and inspiration along with the instruction, and realized she couldn’t suppress it and should suppress it. Chapter 5 (11:11) Pioneer in the workout space Today we see Peloton, but before that there was Angela. She was the first to incorporate inspiration and words of praise into exercise. She develops a coaching relationship versus that of instruction only. Chapter 6 (14:51) Finding gratitude within Angela credits her mom for the importance of gratitude in her life. She explains how to wake up in gratitude, purpose, and how to choose a mindset. Chapter 7 (21:34) Daily ritual Start with why and incorporate that into your day. When you start your day with gratitude and good intentions, it stays with you throughout your day. Chapter 8 (27:20) Creation of AARMY Starting a new business right before a pandemic caused some problems, but also created some opportunities. AARMY is an amazing online workout community that inspires as much as it pushes you physically. Chapter 9 (33:32) Community and accountability Find your community. This piece of advice is important to help you with your goals, whether they are for your mind or body. Chapter 10 (39:18) Make the time You have to prioritize your health on the same level as eating and sleeping. You can’t allow yourself the thought of “you don’t have the time.” No one is going to hand good health and fitness to you. Chapter 11 (42:06) Parental advice Make screen time equal to the amount of physical activity. Also, be sure to listen and encourage their own goals so they can have their best sense of self-esteem. Chapter 12 (46:37) Speed Round Questions Angela answers some quick
Mar 15, 2021 · 3064
Don't Bury Your Goals with Ben Nemtin
Ben Nemtin is a Canadian producer, writer, speaker, and television personality. Ben Nemtin was born in Victoria, British Columbia. After graduating high school, Nemtin was selected as a member of the Under 19 Canadian national rugby team and earned academic and athletic scholarships to attend the University of Victoria. At University, fed up with the monotony of day-to-day life, Nemtin and his friends set out on a two-week road trip with a camera and a borrowed RV to complete a list of "100 things to do before you die." Along their journey, they asked people the question, "What do you want to do before you die?" For each item they accomplished on their list, they helped a complete stranger do something on their own list. Ben and his friend’s journey gathered attention, so the idea was picked up as a television show on MTV, The Buried Life, of which he is the creator, executive producer, and cast member. Nemtin is co-author of the book, What Do You Want To Do Before You Die?, which entered The New York Times Best Seller list. The show is no longer on air but Ben continues to use those ideals as well as the topic of mental health which he shares as one of the most sought-after keynote speakers. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe talks with Ben about his journey from the pressure of being a collegiate athlete to discovering a quest for a deeper meaning for life through his MTV show, The Buried Life. Ben discusses goal setting, making bucket lists, and mental health. Ben provides many actionable ways you can get started today living your most fulfilling life, and not a life of longing or living vicariously through others. 🔍 Breakdown with Ben Nemtin: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing Ben Nemtin Joe introduces Ben. Chapter 2 (1:50) From national rugby to The Buried Life Ben tells Joe about the peaks and the large valley that took him from a top rugby athlete to exploring more of what life has to offer with his friends. Chapter 3 (6:07) Surround yourself with friends Diving deeper, Ben explores how he was able to surround himself with the right people who helped inspire and motivate him. Chapter 4 (18:03) Brain fitness Changing the stigma of mental health and being able to talk about it and seek help for it, Ben speaks out about changing the narrative. Chapter 5 (23:14) What to do after achievement Creating your list should evolve as you evolve, so ideally there will not be a moment when you are done. Your list should be a reflection of you and fulfilling continually. Chapter 6 (26:54) Accountability for your goals 76% of people feel they lived a life for someone else, and not themselves. Ben explains how important it is to have an accountability partner to ensure you are completing the goals you set for yourself. Chapter 7 (30:14) 30 over 3 Joe shares a plan he started with his wife. This framework is set so ⅓ is about you, ⅓ is about your family, and ⅓ is about giving back. Joe has this templated framework available for you to download on notalmostthere.com. Chapter 8 (32:20) Most significant gift There have been so many opportunities to provide life-changing gifts for people over the years, and Ben shares his most memorable including giving a girl a bionic hand. Chapter 9 (42:28) Managing your time How you can carve out time if you find yourself thinking you don’t have enough time in your day. Ben gives actionable advice on how to do that, and it begins with prioritizing your day. Chapter 10 (46:18) Speed round questions Ben answers Joe’s questions about who inspires him, his favorite book, and more. Chapter 11 (49:37) Wrap-Up Joe concludes the episodes and provides a tool through the Not Almost There website to help with your own goals/bucket list Material Referenced in this interview: →What Do You Want To Do Before You Die? By Ben Nemtin 📞 Connect with Ben →https://www.bennemtin.com/ →https://www.bennemtin.com/set-a-goal/ →https://www.facebook.com/bennemtin/ →https://twitter.com/bennemtin →https://ww
Mar 8, 2021 · 1575
Be Who You Want To Be with Maysoon Zayid
Maysoon Zayid is an actress, comedian, writer, and disability advocate. She is the co-founder/co-executive producer of the New York Arab American Comedy Festival, The Muslim Funny Fest, and has one of the most viewed TedTalks, with over 11 million views. As a professional comedian, Maysoon has performed in top New York clubs and has toured extensively in the US and abroad. She was a headliner on the Arabs Gone Wild Comedy Tour, and The Muslims Are Coming Tour. Maysoon appeared alongside Adam Sandler in You Don’t Mess with the Zohan and has written for VICE. She walked in New York Fashion Week, tap-danced on Broadway, written a best-selling memoir called ‘Find Another Dream,’ and is proud to be an ambassador for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe talks with Maysoon about her incredible entertainment career. Born with cerebral palsy, her journey to the stage has been a unique one. She has achieved every goal she has set for herself, including being a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, TED Talk superstar, a reoccurring role on General Hospital, a proud cat mom, and an advocate for people with disabilities. And yet, with all she has achieved, she is still setting goals and has so much she has yet to accomplish. 🔍 Breakdown with Maysoon Zayid: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing Maysoon Zayid Joe introduces Maysoon. Chapter 2 (2:32) Find another dream Maysoon took some advice to find another dream in a completely different direction. Maysoon never let anything stand in her way. Chapter 3 (5:04) Inspirational for all the right reasons Don’t be inspired by Maysoon because she is disabled, be inspired because she is a Stand-Up Comedian who sells out theaters, a best-selling author, and an actress on General Hospital. Chapter 4 (6:26) Life goals Maysoon was a born performer. She always knew she wanted to be on TV or Broadway, and she never let her disability define her or block any of her dreams. Chapter 5 (8:21) Road to comedy It was in stand-up comedy that Maysoon found her home. After graduating from Arizona State, she started auditioning for acting roles and didn’t get any callbacks. Where she ended up finding people that she identified with was in Stand-Up Comedy. Chapter 6 (10:56) Current projects Maysoon shares all of her current projects, ranging from virtual comedy shows to teaching a class at an Ivy League College. Chapter 7 (13:08) The American Dream Something people may not consider is the struggles of immigrants from refugee camps. Maysoon has the perspective of knowing a life that does not afford necessary privileges while living in Sudan. Chapter 8 (18:54) Speed Round of Questions Joe asks Maysoon some rapid-fire questions from favorite actors to her thoughts on her TEDx Talk, which has over 11 million views. Chapter 9 (23:44) Only you can define you The best advice Maysoon has for you is to be who you want to be and not to let anyone else tell you who you should be. Chapter 10 (25:22) Wrap-Up Final thoughts from Joe. Material Referenced in this interview: →Find Another Dream! By Maysoon Zayid →I got 99 problems (TEDx video) →The Teddy Bear Habit by James Collier 📞 Connect with Maysoon →https://maysoon.com/ →https://maysoon.com/beyonce-the-cat/ →https://www.facebook.com/maysoonzayid/ →https://twitter.com/maysoonzayid →https://www.instagram.com/maysoonzayid/ 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura
Mar 1, 2021 · 2966
How to Never Forget a Name with Nelson Dellis
Nelson Charles Dellis is an American memory athlete, although he won’t call himself that. His titles include Grandmaster of Memory, mountaineer, published author, public speaker, and consultant. He is a four-time USA Memory Champion, tying the record for most wins of the national memory champion title. He is also one of the co-founders of Memory League (formerly, Extreme Memory Tournament). Nelson also runs Climb 4 Memory - a nonprofit which aims to raise funds and awareness for Alzheimer's disease research through mountain climbs around the world. →IN THIS EPISODE… Joe discusses with 4x USA Memory Champ, Nelson Dellis, his experiences climbing Mount Everest, how he got started in memory games/competitions, and his philanthropic cause, Climb 4 Memory. Nelson shares actionable exercises you can use today so you never again have to say, “Sorry, I’m horrible with names.” It’s so empowering to know that, with practice and imagination, you CAN cultivate your memory superpower and apply it to any part of your life. 🔍 Breakdown with Nelson Dellis: Chapter 1 (0:00) Introducing Nelson Dellis Joe introduces Nelson. Chapter 2 (1:57) Everest vs Memory Champion What is harder, climbing Everest or becoming a Memory Champion? It’s tricky to choose one, as they are so different, but Nelson explains the challenges of both. Chapter 3 (2:58) Everest Unpacked Over 800 trek to the Everest summit every year, but only a fraction are able to actually complete it. There is a 1% death rate, and Nelson experienced all of the challenges the mountain had to offer. Chapter 4 (11:18) Climbing Interest Travel had been an interest of Nelson’s and wanted to travel with a sense of purpose. Mountains had an existential pull for him and thus started his mountaineering journey. Chapter 5 (12:39) Memory Path Begins Around the time Nelson began exploring mountains, his grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. This started his fascination with memory and how the brain works. Chapter 6 (17:03) Memory Techniques within Schools Memory techniques would be a great fundamental lesson kids should learn in school. Remembering facts is crucial to a school-aged child’s success. Chapter 7 (19:39) Most Common Question How to memorize names is a common question and something that we could use in our everyday lives. Nelson is also asked about speed reading. Chapter 8 (21:31) Actionable ways to improve memory Nelson gives some great exercises on how to improve their memory. Place value in the person you are talking to no matter who they are. Chapter 9 (30:50) How to be present while memorizing Being present while trying to memorize seems counterintuitive. Nelson gives tips on who to do both, most important to keep in mind, is the more you practice, the quicker these techniques happen. Chapter 10 (33:56) Speed Reading Speed reading can often be a hoax or a parlor trick. Nelson explains the gift isn’t about reading as fast as possible, but reading efficiently so you can get through the material quickly and retain what you read. Chapter 11 (37:06) Entrepreneurial Spirit If not in the memory world, Nelson would be running his own business. He also has a strong interest in coaching and teaching so would be a college professor. Chapter 12 (38:28) Overcoming introverted tendencies One on one is much more daunting than speaking to a room of thousands. Nelson read a lot about how to be better at his interpersonal skills. Just like memory, the more you practice interactions, the easier they become. Chapter 13 (42:58) Climb 4 Memory Bringing awareness to the importance of taking care of your brain health was important to Nelson. He felt combining his interest in climbing with memory and brain health was a perfect partnership. Chapter 14 (45:12) Speed round of Questions Joe asks Nelson a series of questions he answers quickly and off the cuff, from his favorite activities to how he met his wife. Chapter 15 (47:20) Wrap-Up Final tho
Feb 22, 2021 · 4667
The Third Door with Alex Banayan
🚪Alex Banayan, author, interview guru, and speaker. Throughout his unprecedented journey, Banayan’s research led him to interview the most innovative leaders of the past half-century, including Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, Larry King, Maya Angelou, Steve Wozniak, Jane Goodall, Jessica Alba, Quincy Jones, and more. Alex is also the youngest bestselling business author in American history. The Third Door chronicles Banayan’s seven-year quest to uncover the definitive mindset of exponential growth and success. Alex was also named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list and Business Insider’s “Most Powerful People Under 30,” Banayan is his generation’s leading expert in high-performance and personal development, having been featured in Fortune, CNBC, Businessweek, The Washington Post, MSNBC, Fox News, and NBC News. Banayan has presented the Third Door™ framework to corporate leadership teams around the world, including Apple, Google, Nike, IBM, Snapchat, Salesforce, Delta Airlines, Kaiser Permanente, Mastercard, and Disney. →IN THIS EPISODE… Alex Banayan discusses his journey and how he was able to achieve his dream by meeting his heroes. Along the way, he gained valuable course-changing lessons he put into his phenomenal book, The Third Door. Take a moment to connect with Joe and Alex about these insights from many including a rare job shadow with Tony Hsieh to a valuable life lesson from his father. 🔍 Breakdown with Alex Banayan: IN THIS EPISODEChapter 1 (0:00) Intro Alex BanayanJoe introduces Alex and sets up the episode. Chapter 2 (4:31) Tony Hsieh's Master Class in LeadershipOne person Alex has met during his mentorship journey was Tony Hsieh. Alex shares how he was able to shadow Tony, and his biggest takeaways from that experience. Chapter 3 (10:39) You Have to AskShadowing someone like Tony Hsieh taught Alex a valuable lesson; help is always there for you if you dare to ask. Chapter 4 (12:39) Reluctant Family SupportBeing a child of an immigrant family there were certain expectations and a path predetermined, but Alex chose a different way. At early as Alex’s late teens, he knew he had a burning desire to meet his heroes and ask them interesting questions. Chapter 5 (19:58) Heart-Based ChoicesDoing things Alex’s way. He had to go with personal intuition and balance between studying and looking within yourself. Chapter 6 (23:00) Qi Lu LessonsQi was working not from the fuel of ambition but from the fuel of gratitude, this was just one lesson Alex was able to take away from such an iconic visionary. Chapter 7 (30:05) Warren Buffet Valuable Lessons8 months of full immersion researching Warren Buffet changed Alex’s perspective and made a very clear realization. Integrity is the single most important quality for a person to achieve great success. Chapter 8 (35:49) Effectiveness of Person to Person interactionTechnology has changed, but human beings have not. Alex learned this great lesson from Larry King, and there is no better way to connect than seeing them eye to eye. Alex also explains how to manifest this in a covid-world. Chapter 9 (45:20) What Do You Actually Want from Steve (Woz) WozniakMake sure you articulate/write what your goal is, and focus on what makes you happy and how to get there. Chapter 10 (50:18) Lady Gaga at an Unexpected MomentThe only thing you have control over is your actions. Chapter 11 (54:17) Quincy Jones was a Life-Changing InterviewThe opposite of success isn’t a failure, the opposite of success isn’t trying; that idea is something that occurred to Alex after reflecting on his amazing experience with Quincy. Chapter 12 (59:05) A burning question from Cal FussmanAsk the questions that you feel come from the heart and not the head. Best interviews come when curiosity is in the driver’s seat. Chapter 13 (1:03:12) In Closing — Lessons From a FatherMaking money is great, but if you are doing it at someone else’s expense, then that's not a success. Also, some rapid question
Feb 14, 2021 · 3725
Think Like a Navy Seal with JP Dinnell
JP Dinnell is a former Navy SEAL and was sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser. J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, in Charlie Platoon. He is a true American Hero. Upon his return, J.P. connected and partnered with Jocko Wilnik’s organization, Echelon Front, helping rebuild and enhance corporate/life/leadership training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. He serves as Director of Tactical Training Programs, leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor. →IN THIS EPISODE... JP dives into his life’s calling being a part of the Navy Seals, his grit determination, and bringing what he learned in combat to training the masses who are looking to hone and develop their own leadership skills. 🔍 Breakdown with JP Dinnell: Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro JP Dinnell - Becoming A Navy Seal JP introduces himself and shares how his journey started becoming a Navy SEAL. Chapter 2 (3:01) Adversity at Recruiting Confidence was instilled in JP; becoming a Navy Seal was a calling. Going to the recruiting office JP wasn’t met with the warm welcome one might anticipate. Chapter 3 (8:15) Getting Accepted Into BUD/S* It wasn’t easy, but JP never lost focus. He was intentional of his choices from his early days in the Navy to set himself up to become a seal, from his ASVAB** test to being intentional about his job selection. Chapter 4 (20:47) Source of Self-Confidence Self-assurance came to JP from an early age knowing he was doing what he was meant to do. JP thrived in combat situations. Chapter 5 (31:50) Leadership JP draws a direct correlation between leadership capabilities and every organization. He goes into the good qualities of a leader and how he has been able to develop those skills in people. Chapter 6 (34:33) Advice to Refocus Prioritize and execute. JP identifies a loss of focus that happens when people come out of alignment within their life. Chapter 7 (36:30) Breaking Point of Quitting If you have a mindset of quitting, then you are already done. It's a mindset. Keep your focus on finishing and you will complete it. Chapter 8 (41:25) Leveling Up Change the people you hang out with if they are contributing to your growth. JP also discusses 75 hard and the positive impact he had in his life. Chapter 9 (51:45) Signature Energy Drink Sniper Sour Apple is JP’s new Energy Drink and a professional milestone in its creation. Chapter 10 (52:53) Exercising With Your Partner Prioritize quality time with your loved ones. Take the time with your family so you don’t lose them. Chapter 11 (54:11) Echelon Front Online Courses EFonline. JP instructs online courses and has a leadership platform where you can progress at their own speed. Chapter 12 (56:19) Making Time to Learn Put on your earbuds and learn. No excuses, you have the time, just make it a priority. Material Referenced in this interview: →https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard →75 HARD: A TACTICAL GUIDE TO WINNING THE WAR WITH YOURSELF by Andy Frisella 📞 Connect with JP →https://efonline.com/ (Leadership course) →https://echelonfront.com/jp-dinnell/ →https://originmaine.com/nutrition/jocko-go-drink-sour-apple-sniper-pack-of-12/ (link for JP’s Energy Drink code:americanmade 10% off) →Follow JP @JPDinnell on all social media 👊 To learn more about Not Almost There by visiting this link → Not Almost There http://notalmostthere.com/ Connect with Joe on social here: →Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joe_chura/ →Facebook https://www.facebook.com/notalmostthere/ →Twitter http://twitter.com/joechura *Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) Training (24 weeks) BUD/S is a 24-week training course that develops the SEAL candidates' mental and physical stamina and leadership skills. **Armed Services Vocational Aptitude
Feb 8, 2021 · 7192
The Power of Communication with Cal Fussman
Cal Fussman is an American journalist and author. He was a writer at large for Esquire magazine, known for the What I've Learned column, where he interviews leaders in various fields, which have included Larry King, Robert Duvall, Robert De Niro, Julio Ceasar Chavez, Al Pacino, George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Bruce Springsteen, Barbara Walters, Serena Williams, John Wooden, and Muhammad Ali to name a few.Cal has the gift to ask the right questions, which has taken him on adventures all over the world. He has met and learned a great deal from those he has the pleasure to sit down and just break bread with.→IN THIS EPISODE... Cal tells Joe stories from his incredible career. He has had an envious journalistic journey that brought him to learn how to ask the right questions to discover the most engaging, real answers 🔍 Breakdown The Power of Communication with Cal Fussman: Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro Cal Fussman - Training for Julio Ceasar Chavez (pt1) Joe introduces Cal and asks which was harder, training for a Spartan Race or a fight with Julio Ceasar Chavez. The answer is the fight with Julio and what a journey that was! Chapter 2 (5:12) Spartan: Exit Strategy Cal went from not being able to do one pull-up to completing the hardest Spartan experience. Chapter 3 (13:51) Journey to the Ring When Cal was 16 he entered Golden Gloves from a pure love of boxing. He was advised to wait a year, but Cal would not hear be deterred. The match did not go in his favor which led Cal to his match with Julio Cesar Chavez 20 years later in this tale of redemption. Chapter 4 (22:50) I Came Back the Next Day - Training for Chavez (pt2) After seeing Chavez fight, Cal got to do a 1-round fight with Chavez for GQ magazine. Training is far more grueling than Cal was prepared for, but he never quit, gave him his redemption story, and saved his life. Chapter 5 (31:02) The Fight The dance is finally here. Cal had a chance to go toe to toe with Julio and he lasted more than the one round planned with the greatest fighter at the time. Chapter 6 (33:07) My Training Saved my Life During an assignment reporting on Carnival in Brazil, Cal was able to use his training when confronted with a harrowing situation. Chapter 7 (44:29) Full Immersion Cal counts himself fortunate to be able to immerse himself and travel to experience his stories and articles, and to begin his writing career when there was an absence of the internet. Chapter 8 (51:10) World Traveler In the early 80’s, Cal found himself out of work after the magazine, Inside Sports, he was writing for folded. He decided to take some time off and do some traveling. Little did he realize, this would turn into a 10 year journey which transformed the way he interviewed and conversed with people, often without the use of language. Chapter 9 (1:01:53) Robert Duvall - A Short Story Cal shares a short story about interviewing Robert Duvall and a horse. Chapter 10 (1:03:21) Listen to your Gut When traveling, Cal had to rely on the kindness of strangers, and would use his gut and simply trust his instincts on who to converse and go home with. Chapter 11 (1:07:05) Robert De Niro Cal had an unconventional, but transformative interview with Bobby De Niro. Cal used De Niro’s regret to have a beautiful family memory. Chapter 12 (1:19:50) How I Met Your Mother Cal shares the story of how he met the love of life, which is an amazing piece of his 10 year world travels. Chapter 13 (1:27:09) Larry King My Friend They had an agent in common, and Cal asked to help with Larry’s book. This project is what cemented their relationship, and is what kicked off Cal joining Larry’s legendary breakfast group. Chapter 14 (1:34:24) Laird Hamilton - A Short Story Cal shares a short story about interviewing Laird Hamilton and riding large waves. Chapter 15 (1:37:02) Thoughts on Health Care During this pandemic, Cal ponders the sad connection of furloughs and layoffs a
Feb 1, 2021 · 4137
Lead from the Front with Greg Amundson
Greg Amundson has spent nearly twenty years in Military and Law Enforcement service to include details as a Special Weapons and Tactics Team Operator (SWAT) and Sniper in Santa Cruz County, a Captain in the United States Army, a Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on the Southwest Border and an Agent on the highly effective Border Enforcement Security Taskforce (BEST) Team. A former owner of the nation’s first CrossFit gym, Greg has traveled around the world teaching functional fitness and self-mastery principles for over nineteen years. Greg is the founder of the CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Course and the CrossFit Law Enforcement Application Course. Greg is a Krav Maga Black Belt, Reserve Peace Officer, and Law Enforcement Chaplain in Santa Cruz. and is a five-time #1 bestselling author, and co-founder of Eagle Rise Publishing, which has produced numerous bestselling books. →IN THIS EPISODE...Greg shares his life journey and lessons learned throughout the way. Greg explains his faith first philosophy, how he got into CrossFit, and various stories that shaped his life including how 🔍 Breakdown of Lead from the Front with Greg Amundson: Chapter 1 (0:00) Intro Greg Amundson - from Don’t Stop to Keep GoingJoe introduces Greg and asks him about his background as an author. Greg explains how faith and his relationship with God began from a young age, and that relationship is what helps him focus on fitness and inspires him as an author. Chapter 2 (5:30) Work TransitionGreg made a huge life transition from DEA to a pastor. Greg looks back at the steps he has taken, but time gives that perspective. He also explains to Joe how he has developed his storytelling craft. Chapter 3 (8:50) 75 Days of GratitudeJoe shares with Greg about his journey of celebrating a person who had influenced or inspired him for 75 days. Chapter 4 (11:22) Lesson from a FatherThere was a story Greg shared early on in his speaking career he encountered a child who shared his father was in prison, so he would have to end up in prison also. This caused Greg to dedicate his time to teaching metaphysics. Chapter 5 (16:41) Transformitive LifeThe most compelling response Greg has received about transformation was from an inmate who read “A Warrior and a Monk.” This person discovered their way of thinking was the cause of the effect of their life. Chapter 6 (21:14) There’s no such thing as CoincidenceThere was a moment Greg shared with someone who had a moment of clarity from his artwork. Greg goes on to explain how people deal with suffering or hardship within their faith. Chapter 7 (28:52) My Cross-FIt JourneyIf we open our mind to possibilities, you can experience miracles. Greg was a deputy sheriff and felt like he was in Chapter 8 ( 34:37) Knock on your Neighbor’s DoorHow do you spread the knowledge of what you just learned? Greg explained how he shared what he learned from CrossFit with others. Greg also discussed how he embarked on his krav maga journey. Chapter 9 (44:13) How to get through AdversityNothing exists in a vacuum. A principle felt is understood. Greg explains as long as you finish and follow the guides you set for yourself, you are being true to yourself. If you cut corners or aren’t truthful to yourself that will manifest in other aspects of your life. Chapter 10 (49:50) Bring Someone Back Who QuitsGreg shares a story about trying to keep a member of his group from quitting. He realized by focusing on the one, he neglected the rest of the group. He course-corrected and found that by leading from the front, he set a better example and the group finished strong. Chapter 11 (57:49) Never Leave a Man BehindYou want everyone to be successful, but at some point, you have to realize you need to focus on the whole for the health of your team and the group at large. You have faith that even your low performers will see your strength and leadership and will rise to the challenge. Chapter 12 (1:01:14) Daily Rou
Jan 25, 2021 · 3550
Choose Your Hard with Patty Morrissey
Patty Morrissey is the Founder and Head Coach at Clear & Cultivate and creator of The Clear & Cultivate Method™. She was also one of the first KonMari® consultants in the US. She has an undergraduate degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work. An obsession with self-improvement and furthering the common good is the thread throughout her dynamic career in social work, higher education, tech startups, philanthropy, and consulting. Patty applies her experience in clinical social work to unpack both the physical and emotional stuff that's getting in your way so that you can become the person you are meant to be. Patty believes our own definition of success is the only one that matters. Choose Your Hard: // Not Almost There // Week FourIn this episode, Patty challenges you to reflect on your life, and create your own life KPIs. She encourages you through reflecting on what life would look like in replay when 100 years old, creating your alter ego, and trying out new challenges before fully committing so you set yourself up for optimal achievement. Material Referenced in this interview:→A Million Miles in a Thousand Years by Donald Miller→Living with the Monks by Jesse Itzler→Limitless by Jim Kwik→More Myself by Alicia Keys→Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins→The Wim Hof Method by Wim Hof→WomanCode: Perfect Your Cycle by Alisa Vitti→Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything by BG Fogg Breakdown of Choose Your Hard with Patty Morrissey: Chapter 1 (0:00) True Authentic SelfPatty’s inspiration came from Benjamin Franklin who carried around a notebook and asks, “What good did I do today?” Don’t give everything you have to those around you and leave nothing for yourself. Set boundaries. Chapter 2 (4:15) Life KPI’s: Rules to Live a Good LifeA great device to set standards on what you need to be living your best life. Identify buckets of what you need to be happy. Track how often you are filling your buckets each week and dedicating time to what fulfills you. Chapter 3 (7:40) 100 Year Exercise - A Hero’s JourneyNot only what does your life look like at 100, which would imply making a change and making sure that reflection is a positive and fulfilling experience, but start with what you have done now. What is the movie trailer of your life so far? Chapter 4 (11:53) Choose your HardLife is hard. Nothing worthwhile is easy, so the best thing you can do is choose which hard works for you. You have to be uncomfortable in order to grow. Chapter 5 (14:25) Vision BoardsPutting to paper with words and images is a great way to visualize your goals. Once you have a vision for where you want to go or what you want to accomplish it helps set your focus and opens you up to possibilities. This allows you to experience openness and discovery. Chapter 6 (19:26) Develop Your Alter EgoWhatever your aspirational self is; your best qualities, the qualities you wish you had, you develop into your alter ego. Give your alter ego a name, and harness that persona to give yourself power and permission to be bold. Then ask yourself, “why do you believe that isn’t you already?” Chapter 7 (30:42) New Definition of Success: How Can I Get Started?Start with contemplation. You can’t go after what you want or change your behavior if you know what that is. Have a daily review. Share what you a grateful for when you felt the most alive, and what your shortcomings are. This opens you up to how you can make tomorrow better. It will force you to change bad habits. Chapter 8 (37:20) Key Take-Aways for ParentsKids don’t have the same baggage as we do. When talking with your children, don’t impose your opinions on them. You don’t need to put so much effort into their personal growth, you just need to create the right conditions for them to thrive. Chapter 9 (41:25) Relationship Between Organization and Your LifeThink about the power of design. Focus on what you want your surroundings to trigger. The life you are trying to create is
Jan 18, 2021 · 1291
Start at One Mile with Mirna Valerio
Mirna is an ultra runner, mountain biker, blogger, author, Mom, and so much more. She started Fat Girl Running, which is about her experiences as a larger woman in a world of thinner athletes. She has completed 14 ultramarathons and has quite a few more slated for the near future. You may have seen Mirna's athletic story in the WSJ, Runner's World, on the NBC Nightly News, CNN, and/or The CW Network. REI also produced a short documentary about Mirna, The Mirnavator, that went viral. Her writing has been featured in Women's Running Magazine, Self Magazine Online, Outside Online, and Runner's World Magazine. She was also chosen as a 2018 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. I just recently met Mirna when she was a Keynote speaker at Refuel, a conference I created in which we quickly mention. In this episode, we talk about how she trained Will Smith for his first race, what people can do when they don't know how to start an exercise program and what to say to yourself when you feel negative energy from others. If you are struggling with getting your engine started or need some extra motivation to keep going, then I highly suggest you check out this episode. Here's a link to Refuel which was mentioned: www.dealerinspire.com/refuel