The Art of Making Things Happen Podcast with Steve D Sims
Calling it as it is and exposing tactics and hacks to use within business and life
I believe everyone has a story and I have more than a few, each episode I speak my mind on what bothers me, what I feel helped or made me grow and allowed me to connect with the world’s elite – many of these episodes I bring in my friends who share their perspective
Your obligation is to listen, enjoy and then use it!
Mona Patel
Reframing Life's Challenges
Mona Patel is a master of reframing perspectives, helping people and businesses see challenges in new, actionable ways. With over 24 years of experience working with top brands like Nike, Facebook, and Capital One, she’s known for unlocking what’s left unsaid and turning it into breakthrough solutions.
Eric Walton
Mentalism and Imposter Syndrome
Eric Walton has spent a decade mastering the art of magic, but found a deeper intrigue in mentalism due to its profound impact on adult audiences. While traditional magic tricks, even those performed by the world's best sleight-of-hand artists, can leave spectators spellbound and bewildered, mentalism offers a unique authenticity that resonates more significantly.
Dr Doug Brackmann
Mastering the Art of Driven Personalities
Dr. Doug Brackmann is a unique thinker who delves deep into the human psyche to explain modern behaviors by tracing them back to ancient times. His insights revolve around the idea that while most of the human species adapted to the agricultural revolution, which transformed the world into a safer and more predictable place, a minority—approximately 3%—did not.
Chris Ruden
Transforming Adversity into Strength
Chris Ruden was born with a physical disability and spent nearly 20 years hiding it from the world and himself. He felt compelled to conceal his perceived imperfections, believing he was broken and defined by what he lacked. Despite owning a cool prosthetic arm, Chris struggled with feelings of inferiority and self-pity.
Nic Peterson
Leveraging NFTs and Blockchain for Business Success
Nic Peterson's journey is a testament to the inescapable pull of passion. With roots planted in the fitness industry over 15 years ago, Nic initially sought to distance himself from the domain he once felt confined by. However, as time passed, he found himself irresistibly drawn back to it, recognizing the persistent allure and importance of fitness.
Brandon Turner
A Billion-Dollar Dream and Real Estate Success
Brandon Turner, a former co-owner of BiggerPockets, is an inspiring figure for many professionals contemplating a career shift. Despite holding equity in the company, which had changed ownership multiple times, Brandon remained an employee with responsibilities tied to others' agendas. His journey reflects the internal debate faced by many who hold significant roles in established organizations but yearn for the freedom and autonomy to pursue their own ventures.
Jon Benson
Unlocking the Secrets of Effective VSLs
Jon Benson faced a challenging moment early in his career when his second book, "Every Other Day Diet," struggled to gain traction with an abysmal half-percent conversion rate on the sales page. Without any background in copywriting, Jon knew he had to try something different to succeed. In 2006, he took a bold step by launching a YouTube channel, despite the platform being in its infancy and largely untapped in the marketing world.
Trinidad Garcia III
Revolutionizing American Denim with Authenticity and Craftsmanship
From an early age, Trinidad Garcia found a passion for fashion, sparked by a seemingly simple obsession with blue jeans. Growing up, back-to-school shopping was a time of creativity and strategy for Trinidad, who vividly recalls navigating the social dynamics of first and second grade wardrobe choices. Without the luxury of abundant clothing or a car, Trinidad mastered the art of mixing and matching limited outfits.
Pam Prior
Financial Education for Entrepreneurs
Pam Prior has established herself as an expert in the field of entrepreneurship and financial management. Earning her reputation through a keen understanding of the fears and mental blocks that often stymie people's financial progress, her approach is frank, empathetic and pragmatic
Tommy Mello
Overcoming Criticism and Creating Impact
After starting his journey from behind bars, Tommy Mello defied the odds to launch a garage door company that grew to become a leading player in the home service industry, amassing over $200 million in revenue. An eternal hustler, our guest speaker's relentless drive and innovative mindset have been key to his remarkable success.
Benny Fisher
Overcoming Tragedy and Building a Brand
Benny Fisher's life took a transformative turn one fateful day when a friend arrived just in time to call 911, saving his life. After that close call, Benny spent three years grappling with the realization that he had been granted a second chance.
Hollis Carter
Trusting Instincts and Vetting Connections
Hollis Carter, a multifaceted entrepreneur, discovered his passion for entrepreneurship at an early age, driven by his struggles with dyslexia and a rebellious stance towards traditional academic routes. Early on, he realized that the conventional path of "go to school, get good grades" was not for him. Instead, he found solace and success in building communities and cultivating entrepreneurial ventures.
John Gafford
Revolutionizing Real Estate Services and Personal Branding
John Gafford is a notable figure in the real estate industry, renowned for his insightful perspectives on market trends and legal developments affecting the sector. He gained widespread recognition by informing consumers about crucial updates, such as the significant class action lawsuit filed in Missouri, known as the Sitzer/Burnett case.
David Allred
Finding Success Through Discomfort and Perseverance
David Allred is a dynamic entrepreneur, co-founder of Dry Farm Wines, and an influential thought leader known for his profound insights on personal growth, resilience, and the pursuit of knowledge. With a diverse career that spans roles as a deputy sheriff and a real estate professional, David has experienced a transformative journey that has shaped his unique approach to life and business.
Martin Gonzalez
Mastering Leadership and Culture
Martin Gonzalez is an influential figure in the entrepreneurial research community, currently leading the Effective Founders Project. With a global perspective spanning entrepreneurs from about 70 countries, Martin's work focuses on discerning key success factors by comparing the practices of both successful and failed entrepreneurs.
Michael Bungay Stainer
Talks AI, Leadership, and The Coaching Habit
Michael Bungay Stanier is a name synonymous with transformative coaching. With a career spanning decades, he has pioneered accessible coaching methods that empower leaders and organizations globally. Born in Australia, Michael's formative years were marked by a profound curiosity and a quest for excellence, which eventually led him to become a Rhodes Scholar—a prestigious accolade that set the tone for his future endeavors.
Tony McAleer
From White Supremacist to Warrior for Peace
Tony McAleer's journey into adulthood was shaped under complex circumstances, marking a challenging evolution from a child to a man with profound life changes. Born in England and moving to Vancouver, Canada at the age of two, Tony was raised in a stable, affluent family. His father, a psychiatrist, ensured the family lacked nothing materially. Despite these comforts, young Tony yearned for something more substantial—the time and attention of his father, whom he greatly admired.
Steve Sims
The Future of Human Longevity and Technology
Imagine controlling devices with just your thoughts! Thanks to technological innovations like Neuralink, this isn't sci-fi. Sims discussed a paralyzed individual controlling a PlayStation via a chip in his brain, showcasing groundbreaking advancements in neurotechnology.
Christina Hooper
Empowering Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs
Christina Hooper, a business designer for neurodivergent entrepreneurs, sharing invaluable insights. Christina unpacks her journey from expressing her unique identity with blue hair to empowering entrepreneurs in embracing their strengths, designing businesses around their lifestyles, and transforming their passions into profitable ventures. Whether it's managing trolls or navigating failure, Christina offers a blueprint for success that is as vivid and electric as her personality.
Joseph Michelli
Crafting Emotional Connections in Business
Joseph Michelli is an insightful individual who deeply understands the nuances of customer relationships in the world of business. He keenly observes that customers often approach transactions with a simple desire: to exchange money for goods. To them, the brand or the experience surrounding the purchase may initially seem inconsequential as their focus lies solely on acquiring what they want—a behavior indicative of a commoditized mindset.
Ryan Deiss
Scaling vs Growing Your Company
Ryan Deiss's journey into marketing is rooted in the nuances of his childhood. Born to parents who parted ways when he was merely three years old, Ryan experienced a unique family dynamic that inadvertently nudged him towards his future path.
Freddie Bennett
From ordinary to EXTRAORDINARY
Freddie Bennett, once a broken businessman toiling away at an accountancy firm, found rebirth in the most grueling and physically demanding challenge: ultra marathons. He was not your typical runner; he was a man in search of his potential, driven to push his limits beyond imaginable extents. Embarking on extraordinary hundreds of miles-long runs that traverse some of the planet's most unforgiving terrains, including the icy stretches of the Arctic and the relentless heat of the Sahara, Sims embraced the beauty of imperfection with each step.
Cayla Craft
ER Nurse to Millionaire
Cayla Craft, a truly remarkable individual with a powerful story of transformation and success. Cayla's journey from working as an ER nurse to achieving millionaire status through her innovative use of social media is a testament to her determination and entrepreneurial spirit.
Dr. Amani Ballour
Inspirational Tale of Bravery, Hope, and Humanitarianism
Once just a medical student with a simple dream of becoming a doctor or pediatrician, Dr. Amani Ballour's life was forever changed by the events of the Syrian revolution in 2012. Eager to work with children in her own clinic, Amani's plans were derailed when the Syrian regime's violent response to peaceful protests swept across the nation. Confronted with the stark reality of civilians, including women and children, falling victim to the regime's indiscriminate attacks, Amani found herself on the front lines of an escalating conflict.
Mike Filsaime
The Power of Customer Motivation and Persuasion
In a time flavored by the rapid expansion of the digital age, a young Mike Filsaime found his fascination piqued when the iconic Commodore 64 made its debut. Though his introduction to computing began with innocent gaming, the machine that is still celebrated today as the best-selling computer of all time according to the Guinness Book of World Records, served as a portal to a larger world for Filsaime.
Dr. Traci Lynn
Leveraging Social Media for Women's Entrepreneurial Growth
Raised in a family led by two remarkable single women, her mother and grandmother, Dr. Traci Lynn's early education extended far beyond the walls of a conventional classroom. From the tender age of four, she was her grandmother's little assistant, immersed in the world of fashion accessories and clothing sales. With a sense of responsibility blooming early, young Traci Lynn's daily "playground" was the world of commerce and customer service, where she honed her financial acuity by tracking client visits and managing credit details.
Brian Hall
Embracing Spirituality Amongst Influencers and CEOs
Brian Hall's journey unfolded amidst resistance and revelation. Once overshadowed by trepidation at the enormity of his dream, he initially fled from it, as many do when faced with their life's grand vision. However, Brian eventually recognized that humility was the cornerstone of divine intention; the alternative being the bitter path of humiliation. It was through personal trials and tribulations that he came to embrace his true calling.
Kevin Voisin
Overcoming Fear and the Power of Coaching
Kevin Voisin's professional journey is intimately linked with a generational legacy, a tale interwoven with familial bonds and the pursuit of individual identity. Having dedicated two decades to working alongside his father and grandfather, Kevin is no stranger to the weight of expectation and the respect commanded by his forebears.
Rachel Miller
The Art of Embracing Failure
Rachel Miller's early years were marked by the tranquility of homeschooling within a conservative household, a place where social opportunities were not as abundant. Venturing beyond the familiar, she stepped into college life with an uncool badge, but fostered an unwavering determination to redefine her social standing. Rachel's epiphany that the human craving for connection is universal set the gears of transformation in motion.
Roger Love
Strategies for Vocal Power and Clarity
Roger Love is renowned for his deep understanding of the human voice, likening it to a musical instrument awaiting mastery. Born amidst the symphony of varying vocal melodies in his environment, Roger observed and mimicked the intonations and nuances of those around him, much like a young musician first picking up an instrument without any form of instruction manual. His early imitation of his father's robust, Tony Robbins-esque tones, as they discussed fishing trips, or his mother's airy voice, set the stage for his profound realization that while everyone is born with a unique vocal instrument, it is the learning and refinement of this instrument that truly defines the impact of one's voice.
2 Lane Life
Hobby Turned Lifestyle Business
Today, we have two extraordinary guests who live by the beat of their own drum, the dynamic duo of adventure and authenticity, Gaylin Anderson and Lance Coury. Both these gentlemen have turned their passion for motorcycle culture into a thriving business, embracing the fast lane and inspiring others to do the same. They're here to share their journey from casual riding to founding 2Lane Life, a brand that embodies their spirit and love for the open road. We'll delve into the challenges and victories they've encountered, from shaking up their corporate lives to navigating the vast landscape of social media and e-commerce.
Mambo Brandi
Myths, Truths, and The Voodoo Fest
Mambo Brandi, an ardent practitioner and guardian of Voodoo, walks the path of this ancient and sacred religion with a purpose that goes beyond personal spirituality. Throughout her journey, she has witnessed the misrepresentation and misunderstanding of Voodoo by mainstream media—a faith often cloaked in mystery and subject to stereotypical portrayals.
Noah Kagan
Achieving $80 Million with Appsumo
Noah Kagan is a proactive innovator and entrepreneur, widely known for his impressive ventures in the online world. He is the brain behind Comegetus.com, a dynamic book exchange platform that has catered to countless book enthusiasts. Embracing the power of action over words, Kagan has not only conceptualized but also built a range of engaging projects, including influential conferences that have significantly contributed to his reputation as a doer.
Chris Casamassa
Martial Arts Maven and Hollywood Hero Against Bullying
In a realm of kicks and punches, a four-year-old Chris Casamassa found his destiny intertwined with martial arts, inspired by his greatest hero—his father. His journey began at their family studio, where he learned not just martial arts, but a philosophy for life: start something, finish it. A young Chris, taking his father's wisdom to heart, pledged to pursue martial arts until he earned his black belt. This commitment shaped his character, as he grew to embody the principles of dedication and perseverance. The studio bore witness to his transformation from a curious child to a disciplined martial artist, all under the guiding eye of his father's legacy.
Steve Sims
The Expectation Effect
Our minds dictate our reactions based on what we believe. Understanding this can help you harness its potential in your personal and professional life.
Mark Hawwa
Riding for Change and Prostate Cancer Awareness
Mark Hawwa is a visionary who transformed a simple idea into a global movement. Inspired by a GQ magazine image of Don Draper, played by Jon Hamm in "Mad Men," sitting suavely on a classic Matchless motorcycle, Mark yearned to shatter the rough-edged stereotype often associated with bikers. He envisioned a world where motorcyclists were seen in a different light, not as the notorious one percenters or "bad boys," but as dapper individuals enjoying the ride of life.
Cameron Herold
Investing in Leadership Growth
Cameron Herold is known for creating collaborative business environments and spearheading movements rather than merely running companies with a rigid, top-down approach. From a very young age, he gravitated towards inclusive leadership, recognizing the importance of moving forward as a unified team.
Anmol Singh
Insights on Trading, Investment, and Wealth Building
In the world of finance, Anmol Singh emerges as a beacon of empowering wisdom. Going against the current of mainstream beliefs, Anmol challenges the notion that the layperson should cede control of their investments to so-called experts in hedge funds. He is well aware of the pervasive myth in the financial industry—an illusion that hedge funds are the holders of superior knowledge, capable of outperforming the market, when, in fact, they often do not.
Steve Sims
My Pivotal Point
Steve shares a powerful story about a moment that forever changed his perspective and approach to life. He recounts a chance encounter with the legendary actor Keanu Reeves and how a single line from the movie "Point Break" had a profound impact on him.
Suneet Agarwal
Building Resilience and Relationships
Suneet Agarwal's tale begins with the hunger of an individual set on making his mark through the art of networking and seizing every opportunity. His journey unfolded serendipitously, one day in Scottsdale—a setting that would become a memorable chapter in his story of connection and ambition.
James Dixon
Overcoming Adversity and Becoming a Symbol of Hope
James Dixon's life has been marked by immense hardship since his early life growing up in the notorious Cabrini Green neighborhood in Chicago. A catastrophic accident left him paralyzed from the neck down, and the daily struggles of caring for him became too much for his overwhelmed mother who subsequently signed over her parental rights, leaving him essentially orphaned.
Air Force Amy
Lessons on Connection and Authenticity
Air Force Amy, a renowned figure in the adult entertainment industry, has experienced an adventurous and eventful life. From her early days, she had an undeniable ability to attract younger individuals, creating an atmosphere of festivities and celebration. However, as time progressed, she observed a noticeable shift in society's perceptions and hesitations towards forming connections, particularly with women. Recognizing this growing fear of interaction, Air Force Amy now dedicates herself to assisting those in need of guidance.
Magnus Walker
Magnus Walker's Unique Journey in Fashion and Filmmaking
Magnus Walker, a renowned automobile enthusiast and designer, can trace his passion for cars back to his childhood in Sheffield. Despite growing up in a working-class family, Magnus developed a fascination for automobiles from an early age. Although his household lacked extravagant vehicles, his exposure to his father's company car, a Ford Granada, sparked his interest in the automotive world.
Julie Chenell
Exploring Digital Success
Julie Chenell is a firm believer in the growth of the digital world. She confidently predicts that AI and the Metaverse, reminiscent of the famous "Ready Player One" virtual world, will become increasingly prominent. Julie emphasizes how all aspects of our lives are gradually becoming more digitized, including communication channels.
Jon Vroman
Navigating the Challenges of Being a Successful Businessman and a Father
Jon Vroman is a sought-after speaker and author who reached a pinnacle in his speaking career when he landed a $35,000 keynote speech. With his book centered around the transformative power of creating memorable moments, Jon initially believed he was living his dream. However, his journey took an unexpected turn when his wife brought to his attention that he was more focused on creating moments for others than for his own family. This revelation sparked a moment of realization for Jon, prompting him to change his perspective and prioritize his loved ones.
Jason Fladlien
The Art of Creating Business Spectacles
Jason Fladlien is a self-made entrepreneur who seized the perfect opportunity at the right time. Despite lacking technical skills and limited to writing low-paying articles, he recognized the potential of the internet. It was during a time when the internet was still evolving and lacked stability. With determination and a keen eye for trends, Jason entered the market at precisely the right moment.
Erik Huberman
The Power of Conviction: Why Commitment and Testing Drive Successful Results
Erik Huberman is a dynamic entrepreneur and marketing visionary who refuses to stay stagnant. With a relentless drive for success and a passion for conquering the marketing world, Erik has built a reputation as a game-changer in the industry.
Brad Pedersen
The Power of Reflection: Unpacking Life's Inflection Points with Brad Pedersen
Brad Pedersen's journey to becoming a toy maker was far from straightforward. Growing up in the plains of Canada, where the primary occupations were in oil and agriculture, it seemed only natural for Brad to follow suit. However, his family background was rooted in a completely different field. Coming from a long line of health practitioners, with his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather all being chiropractors, it was assumed that Brad would continue the family tradition. But life had other plans for Brad.
Seth Ferranti
Unleashing Creativity: From Prison to Publishing - Seth Ferranti's Journey
Seth Ferranti, a 52-year-old man, has a unique perspective on life after spending several years behind bars. Despite his incarceration, Seth claims that he doesn't harbor any bitterness. Initially, upon his imprisonment, Seth was consumed by anger, as he had long believed in the futility of the war on drugs.
Lauren Petrullo
The Riches Are in the Niches: Unleashing the Power of Targeted Marketing
Lauren Petrullo, an ambitious and resourceful individual, began showcasing her problem-solving skills from a young age. At the tender age of five or six, Lauren's father presented her with a challenge - if she could find a way to afford the Barbie doll she desired, she could have it. Undeterred, young Lauren assessed the cost of the coveted doll and strategized how many paintings she would need to sell to her neighbors.
Ryan Niddel
From Struggle to Success: The Journey of Failure, Resilience, and Growth
Ryan Niddel is a mechanical engineer turned sales professional who discovered his true passion for personal connections and conversations. Though he initially followed a traditional path and graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering, Ryan soon realized that sitting behind a computer and working with AutoCAD wasn't fulfilling for him.
Jeff Fenster
Building Relationship Capital
Jeff Fenster, a visionary entrepreneur, found himself in a situation where he couldn't find the product he desired. Despite the popular chains of Jamba Juice and Smoothie King failing to meet his needs, there were sporadic coffee shops that provided a glimmer of hope. This scarcity sparked an idea in Jeff's mind.
Chris Krimitsos
Podcasting and the Rise of Video: Thriving in the Evolving Content Landscape
Chris Krimitsos is an advocate for the power of podcasting and its ability to connect authors with a wider audience. Ten years ago, when podcasting was still a relatively unknown concept, Krimitsos noticed that individuals who appeared on podcasts to promote their books were gaining incredible success, selling thousands of copies.
Scott Dikkers
Debunking the Myth and Embracing Authenticity
Scott Dikkers is a well-known figure in the world of comedy, particularly renowned for his role in starting up The Onion. His journey began in the late 80s and early 90s when he adopted a powerful credo derived from progressive journalism: "comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable." This mantra formed the foundation of his satirical work, ensuring that his comedy always served a purpose.
Keaton Hoskins
Achieving Financial Success and Beyond
Keaton Hoskins has a truly extraordinary and deeply emotional story that has shaped him into the resilient and determined individual he is today.
Harley Blakeman
Empowering Former Felons to Find Meaningful Employment
Harley Blakeman, is the founder of Honestjobs.com. Harley's organization is dedicated to helping individuals with criminal records find meaningful employment. Join us as we dive into Harley's personal journey from a troubled past to building a company that makes a positive impact in the lives of those who have faced adversity. Discover how Honestjobs.com streamlines the hiring process for companies and changes the narrative surrounding felons in our society.
Michelle Renee
Surviving the Unthinkable
Michelle's journey takes a shocking turn as she recounts the events that unfolded in her life, leading up to her book, Nine Days. This gripping tale involves Michelle being held hostage in a bank robbery, a terrifying ordeal that could have easily crushed her spirit. However, Michelle's resilience and determination shine through as she reveals how she confronted vulnerability, pain, and the victim mindset head-on.
Amanda Holmes
Fueling the Sales Machine
Amanda Holmes. You may recognize that last name - yes, she is the daughter of the legendary Chet Holmes, author of the Ultimate Sales Machine. But don't dismiss Amanda as just riding on her father's coattails.
Michelle Lewis
The Color Psychology Expert
Michelle Lewis is a color psychology expert who helps people discover the world of color, how it can support their intentions + start strategically implementing it into their daily lifestyle.
Dan Martell
Serial Entrepreneur, Investor and Coach
Dan Martell is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and coach who has helped thousands of entrepreneurs around the world build successful businesses.
William Branum
Founder & CEO of Naked Warrior Recovery
William Branum, Founder and CEO of Naked Warrior Recovery, a CBD company focused on the recovery of veterans and first responders.
George Bryant
Digital Marketing Strategist to the World
George Bryant is a world-renowned digital marketing strategist with a specialization in the customer journey, relationships, and mindset. He is known for using his Relationships Beat Algorithm™ model to teach entrepreneurs and business owners how to apply these skills to help their businesses scale profitably.
Steven Kotler
A Leading Expert on Human Performance
Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance.
Kenny Aronoff
World Renowned Drummer, Speaker & Author
Kenny Aronoff is one of the most influential and in demand drummers and percussionists in the world. In addition, Kenny is an enormously successful studio musician recording over 300 MILLION records in sales with more than 1300 that were RIAA Certified Gold, Platinum Or Diamond. A true renaissance man, Kenny is also a best-selling author, television show host, and accomplished corporate speaker.
Rich Diviney
Navy Seal to Leadership Consultant
Rich Diviney draws upon 20+ years of experience as a Navy SEAL Officer where he completed more than 13 overseas deployments – 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan.
Coach Dar Santore
The Art of Bouncing Back
No matter what is holding you back from achieving your goals with confidence and happiness, you can achieve more. You have greatness inside you that when unleashed gives you power, stamina, and drives your legacy.
Anthony Constantino
Co-Founder of Sticker Mule
Anthony Constantino likes doing stuff. Okay, maybe we're underselling him a bit: he’s also the co-founder of Sticker Mule, a custom printing company that’s taken the internet by storm, the creator of an award-winning hot sauce (that he created as a joke), and an active professional boxer.
John Di Domenico
Emmy nominated, Actor, Writer, Comedian and Impressionist
John Di Domenico: Emmy Nominated, Actor, Writer, Comedian and Impressionist, he is best known for his Award-Winning Donald Trump impersonation as winner of Best of Las Vegas Review Journal Comedian & Impersonator for four years, Silver & Bronze, ABC’s The View’s National Trump Contest and The Laugh Factory’s International Trump Competition. Di Domenico was immortalized as Trump on the Las Vegas Wall of Honor.
Phillip Stutts
Political and Corporate Marketing Maverick
Phillip Stutts comes from the cutthroat world of political marketing. He has over 2 decades of experience working on campaigns with billions of dollars in political ad spend, and contributed to over 1,535 election victories, including 3 U.S. Presidential victories.
Nick Sonnenberg
Founder & CEO of Leverage
Nick Sonnenberg is an entrepreneur, Inc. columnist, guest lecturer at Columbia University, and the author of Come Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in Work. He is the Founder and CEO of Leverage, a leading operational efficiency consultancy that helps companies implement his CPR® Business Efficiency Framework.
Josh Goodman
Founder & CEO of PourMyBeer
Josh Goodman, Founder and CEO of PourMyBeer, was tired of waiting for a drink at the bar and knew there had to be a better solution. Since starting the self-pour revolution in 2015, PourMyBeer's self-serve technology is in 500+ locations worldwide, with over 12,000 taps in service!
Chad Robichaux
Founder & President of Mighty Oaks Foundation
Chad is a former Force Recon Marine and DoD contractor with eight deployments to Afghanistan as part of a Special Operations Task Force. After overcoming his own personal battles with PTSD.
Dan Fleyshman
Who's Your Daddy Was Just the Beginning
Dan Fleyshman is the youngest founder of a publicly traded company in history. At the age of 23, after selling 15 million dollars worth of clothing in six department store chains and surpassing expectations with his 9.5 million dollar licensing deal with STARTER apparel, Mr. Fleyshman launched the “Who’s Your Daddy” energy drink into 55,000 retail stores. He later went on to launch Victory Poker, which became 1 of the top 5 online poker brands internationally.
Manuj Aggarwal
The Master of AI
Manuj is a recognized global thought leader in the fields of data science, AI, and startups. With a wealth of experience working with clients like Microsoft, IBM, ING Bank, and Pearson Education.
Jim Kwik
Be the Pilot of Your Mind
Jim was once known as the “boy with the broken brain.” A childhood head injury at age five left him struggling in school. For a while, he even believed he could never be as good as other kids when it came to learning. Jim loved superheroes as a kid – and comic books saved him when conventional education couldn’t. Comic books taught Jim how to read…and they also kept his dreams alive that one day he, too, would find his inner superpower.
Lisa Forbes
A Restored Citizen
Lisa Forbes spent 14 years in prison for murder – she believes, and, considers herself, a “restored citizen.” She has an important message to share with prisoners (currently incarcerated), released prisoners (restored), military people with PTS, as well as so many more people affected by PTS. She is currently one of Colorado’s state co-coordinators of Braver Angels, a national citizens’ movement to bring liberals and conservatives together at the grassroots level.
Drew Plotkin
Derm Dude
DREW PLOTKIN is an Emmy award-winning producer and founder of the Launch DRTV agency, where he has created and directed award-winning TV broadcast commercials for major celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Serena Williams, Cindy Crawford, Ellen Pompeo, Dwayne Wade, Kristin Davis, Jane Seymour, Paris Hilton, Drew Brees and more.
Adam Lyons
The S.M.A.R.T. Blueprint
Adam Lyons has boosted the revenue for experts in over 1,900+ small businesses since launching The S.M.A.R.T Blueprint in 2020. How? Well, his magic ingredient isn’t actually magic at all, The S.M.A.R.T Blueprint is a 5-step surefire process for helping experts uncover new revenue through customer insight reports, customer avatar analytics, revenue prediction, product testing and market research, ultimately allowing their businesses to generate additional revenue without new leads. Many of Lyons’ customers came to him during the rough times of 2020, (like the Dungeons and Dragons Shop in Bastrop, Texas, which he grew by 36,000% in the middle of the pandemic!)
Dan Nicholson
Certified Certainty Advisor
Dan Nicholson cut his teeth in Fortune 500 companies and some of the most prestigious financial institutions in the country, completed a prestigious fellowship with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (where he helped write a national accounting standard), and was recognized 4 times as a top 40 accountant under 40 globally.
Weldon Long
From Desperation to Phenomenal Success
Bestselling author, entrepreneur and mindset expert Weldon Long built his business from the ground up, but his story doesn’t reflect the typical path of the average business owner you would expect to hear.
Dr. Cindy McGovern
First Lady of Sales
Known across the globe as the First Lady of Sales, Dr. Cindy McGovern is an expert in sales, leadership, and communication.
Rudy Mawer
Facebook Ads and Funnel Expert
With over a decade of digital marketing and business experience, Rudy Mawer has helped thousands of entrepreneurs create successful businesses through his courses, trainings, workshops, events and his 12-month Mastermind.
Scott Hallman
Business Growth Strategist
Scott Hallman is the silent assassin that business owners hire to find hidden profits. Scott’s companies have twice been named in the Inc. 500 list (#59 and #106) of the fastest-growing privately held in America. He also co-founded an IT Consulting company that grew from $0 to $85M in just 21 months and valued at nearly $1 Billion.
Jeff Lerner
Unlock Your Potential
At 39, instead of retiring I chose to commit my life to helping others and developed “the 3X3 Success Matrix”, a complete life operating system for entrepreneurs. That in turn became the foundation for ENTRE, the world’s first “Entrepreneurial Life Design” platform and one of the fastest growing education companies in the world with over 200,000 students in its first 3 years.
Stephen Sacks
*uck Up Nights
Stephen Sacks is the author of 2 books Reboot Your Business and The Intelligent Investors Handbook. His latest venture is a networking business called *uck Up nights where business owners learn from the *uck ups of others.
John Ruhlin
Gift Giving & Relationships
John Ruhlin will tell you, “how you love and treat people will open more doors than you can imagine.” In fact, one gifting experience (Brooks Brother experiment) has opened more doors than $10 Million in advertising could ever do.
Johnny Crowder
Founder and CEO of Cope Notes
Johnny Crowder is a suicide/abuse survivor, TEDx speaker, Billboard-charting musician, Certified Recovery Peer Specialist, and the Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, the text-based mental health platform that provides daily support to users in nearly 100 countries around the world. But in the years leading up to these incredible leaps in advocacy, every day was a battle against schizophrenic hallucinations and suicidal ideation
Candace Nelson
Co-founder of Sprinkles and Pizzana
Candace Nelson is a serial entrepreneur, a New York Times bestselling author, Wall Street Journal contributor and an expert in turning one’s passion into a profitable business.
Nick Gray
The Two Hour Cocktail Party
Nick Gray is an entrepreneur and author living in Austin, Texas. He started and sold two successful companies: Flight Display Systems and Museum Hack. Nick is the author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Party, a step-by-step handbook that teaches you how to build big relationships by hosting small gatherings.
Sonia Zarbatany
Coach Sonia
Sonia Zarbatany, known to fans and friends as “Coach Sonia,” is an international speaker, life coach, business coach, and corporate consultant based out of Montreal, Canada. For the last decade, she has helped her tribe to break through their limiting beliefs, rewire their thinking and build the skills and habits necessary to achieve their goals and build a life they never dreamed of. As a mom, a wife, and an entrepreneur, she is driven by four pillars: Impact, Family/Tribe, Fun/Experience, and Love/Connection.
Brian Grasso & Carrie Campbell
Dynamic Mindset Training Duo
Carrie Campbell is a clinical counselor with 20 years of experience working with adults and teens, specializing with addiction and suicide. Brian Grasso has a PhD, comes from the sports training industry, and has coached over 20,000 athletes so far. Together, Brian and Carrie are a DYNAMIC duo and they are some of the best people out there in the world of mindset training. They talk about eliminating your limits.
George Bryant
Relationships Beat Algorithms
George Bryant - After nearly a decade of working with some of the brightest minds in the world, I started a podcast. I moved my family to Montana and rebuilt everything after instantly losing seven figures in a global pandemic.
Jason Flom
Founder & CEO of Lava for Good & Lava Media
Jason Flom is the Founder and CEO of Lava For Good and Lava Media. Flom previously served as Chairman and CEO at Atlantic Records, Virgin Records, and Capitol Music Group, and he is personally responsible for launching acts such as Katy Perry, Kid Rock, Lorde, and Greta Van Fleet.
Anthony Stephen Malone
Former British Elite Paratrooper, CIA Asset and UK citizen
Anthony Stephen Malone is a former British Elite Paratrooper, CIA Asset and UK citizen. He worked in Europe, the Middle East and the Far East from 2002 to 2019, initially in humanitarian work: delivering food, supplies and medical equipment to hospitals, schools and orphanages behind enemy lines. Anthony also worked in the field of close protection security services looking after prominent world leaders, Arabian royalty and private business people. Through this he moved into the world of intelligence gathering, learning about our enemies, collecting and passing information to the British and American Governments and the CIA, with the objective of saving lives.
David Meltzer
Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing
David Meltzer is the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire.
Annie Hyman Pratt
The People Part
Annie Hyman Pratt’s mastery is developing leaders, teams and infrastructure that drives business growth—so entrepreneurs can do the strategic and creative parts while also having the time, freedom, and positive impact they desire. She founded the consulting and training company Leading Edge Teams based on her unique, decades-long experience as both a successful C-level executive and a highly sought-after business adviser.
Go for Stupid with Jay Abraham
Steve Sims
Jay Abraham sits down to discuss Steve's latest book, "Go for Stupid; The Art of Achieving Ridiculous Goals".
Jeremy Delk
So What if You Fail
Jeremy Delk is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for disrupting industries. Since 2001, his businesses have earned hundreds of millions in revenue, created 100’s of high paying American jobs, as well as other notable distinctions
Sean Swarner
Inspirational Speaker, Author and Adventurer
Meet Sean Swarner. His first goal was to crawl 8 feet from the hospital bed to the bathroom. He went on to Redefine Impossible by climbing 29,035 feet to the top of Mt. Everest with one lung!
Chris Naugle
Private Money Club
From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be.
Sammy “The Bull” Gravano
Surprises Genius Network Members
Steve Sims drops into a Genius Network meeting with a surprise guest, Sammy "The Bull" Gravano.
Ryan Tate
Founder & President of VetPaw
Ryan Tate sat in his high school English class and watched in horror as terrorists took down the World Trade Center and Pentagon. He had a strong urge to fight on the front lines, and he knew the Marines would provide him with an opportunity to do just that. So he signed his enlistment papers at age 16, received his high school diploma early, and skipped high school graduation to attend Bootcamp at Parris Island in 2003, where he earned the title United States Marine.
Chris Heller
Tips for Writing or Publishing Your First Book
Chris Heller rose to become the leader of the largest real estate company in the world - and didn’t stop there. Early on, Heller was named Rookie of the Year in 1989 before becoming the top-producing agent in San Diego County and the No. 1 Keller Williams associate in North America. He has consistently set new records and standards across the industry for more than 30 years. His leadership philosophy and unmatched track record in real estate has provided a springboard for outstanding contribution across many sectors. Heller brings his knowledge and experience to a variety of leadership roles, including advisor, board member, investor, coach, and mentor.
Brandon Svarc
Is it a Good Idea to Assign Celebrities to Your Brand
For Naked & Famous Denim founder Brandon Svarc, denim is art and escapism. Svarc pours that creativity into Naked & Famous Denim, a brand renowned for design as well as an ability to toe the line between quality and kitsch—manufacturing both clean, distress-free Japanese raw denim and novelty pieces like rainbow fade denim, glow-in-the-dark varieties, scratch-n-sniff pieces, blanket-lined styles, and a slew of other unique creations.
Joey Coleman
Creating Long Term Careers for your Employees
Joey Coleman - For almost twenty years, Joey has helped organizations retain their best customers and turn them into raving fans via his entertaining and actionable keynotes, workshops, and consulting projects. He has a long history of energizing and motivating audiences to enhance their customers’ experiences.
Justin Bell
Race Car Driver to TV and Web Show Host
Since beginning his career in 1988, Justin Bell has achieved many significant racing accomplishments, including the 1997 FIA GT2 World Championship, winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1998 and second-place finishes in Le Mans and Daytona, and a pair of SCCA Trans-Am wins.
Sammy “The Bull” Gravano
Salvatore Gravano
Known by most as “Sammy The Bull”, Salvatore Gravano was born on March 12th, 1945 in Bensonhurst, a Brooklyn neighborhood with a predominantly Italian-American population to Gerry and Kay Gravano, both of whom hailed from Sicily. Gravano fell into crime at an early age. Around the age of ten, his bicycle was stolen by a group of older bullies. A group of mobsters who were watching from a cafe when he confronted the thieves remarked how little Sammy fought “like a bull” while taking on several larger kids at once, earning him the nickname “The Bull”.
Charlie Fusco
That Girl is a Media Maven
Charlie Fusco - Executive Producer, Art Director, Brand Strategist, Influential Connector, Speaker & Author Growing up around film and television both in the "acting world" and in the "business world," she has a unique history and skill set. Her father, a screenwriter, owned both a finance and film distribution company, while her mother was a top real estate agent. She worked on-set, off-set, in editing suites, and sat in funding meetings since the age of 6. Creativity, sales, negotiating, and entrepreneurial grit are in her bloodline. She received formal training as a writer, photographer, director, and art direction at both Northwestern University and Boston University.
Jen Gottlieb
All About Media as an Introvert
Jen Gottlieb, Co-founder and Chief Mindset Officer for the acclaimed PR company, Super Connector Media (SCM), uses her decade of performance and mindset experience to help entrepreneurs connect with the media so they can share their knowledge with the masses. Former VH1 host and Broadway actress, Jen Gottlieb began coaching others the tips and tricks that led her to a successful career on TV and on stages.
Kent Clothier
Real Estate Worldwide and More
Kent Clothier is the CEO of Real Estate Worldwide, a software training company for real estate investors, and the founder of the Boardroom Mastermind, the most elite real estate investor networking group in the country.
Ed Parcaut
Getting Past Know
Born in Burlingame, California, Ed Parcaut moved around a lot in childhood, following his dad’s work at telephone company Bell. After his father’s death, Parcaut wound up in Turlock, California. A skinny kid, Parcaut played sports like soccer before graduating and enlisting in the Navy. After 18 months at Camp Pendleton, it came time for Parcaut to choose a specialty. Willing to do anything that wasn’t on a ship, Parcaut ended up studying physical therapy, concurrently getting a bachelor’s degree in marketing and a master’s in international business and marketing.
Suzanne Aslam
How Journaling Saved Me from Postpartum Depression
Former actress, activist and Miss Arab USA writes her debut book. A dark comedy on postpartum depression and anxiety.
Will Pemble
Understanding Blockchain and NFTs
Internet pioneer Will Pemble built and sold Web, one of the largest web hosts on earth. As a Top 100 Domain Name Millionaire and serial entrepreneur, Will has been building and growing businesses of all shapes and sizes for over 25 years.
Dr. Sharon Grossman
The Warning Signs of Entrepreneurial Burnout
Dr. Sharon Grossman is a psychologist, success coach, and speaker who’s an expert in Emotional Intelligence. Through her bestselling book, The 7E Solution to Burnout, and her coaching, she’s helped hundreds of high achieving entrepreneurs recover from burnout. Now she is on a mission to help them avoid it. Whether you want to increase sales, reduce conflict, or regain your sanity, she’ll show you how to have a competitive advantage that wins you business, minimizes stress, and helps you experience life on your terms because winning is non-negotiable.
Stop the FAKE!
Steve Sims
Steve Sims discusses the state of our world and influencers of today. Fake influencers that buy their way to more likes and followers.
Erik Huberman
Get to Know Hawke Media
CEO & Founder Erik Huberman launched Hawke Media in 2014. Now valued at over $150 million, Hawke Media is the fastest growing marketing consultancy agency in the United States.
David Edey
Leave a Legacy, Not a Mess
David Edey is a Certified Executor Advisor (CEA) who has worked in the financial planning industry in Montreal for more than 35 years. He's advised hundreds of clients, written over 200 articles about personal finance, and shared his expertise on radio and television myriad times.
Israel Schachter
How to Connect with a Celebrity
For over twenty years, Israel Schachter has leveraged his gift for building relationships to precipitate exponential growth for corporations, charities, and careers. As a master of connecting people with mission-driven business ventures and purposeful nonprofit organizations, Israel has guided thousands of clients through uniquely creative fundraising, marketing, and social media campaigns.
Anshar Seraphim
Communication and Connection Are Teachable Skills
Anshar Seraphim can teach you not only how to close the sale, but to build trust, rapport, and make one-time customers into lifetime clients. He has trained sales associates and managers in bridal and engagement ring sales for Kay Jewelers and Jared the Galleria of Jewelry and has two decades of experience in sales and communication. After helping to break records for fundraising for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for Signet, the company that owns Kay Jewelers, he was invited by his district manager to do sales and negotiation training for all the stores in his immediate region, resulting in the training of hundreds of jewelry store associates and managers in the Pacific Northwest.
Jennifer Hudye
The Importance of Finding Your Vision
Jennifer Hudye is the founder of Vision Driven Ventures—a group of companies and collaborations focusing on helping entrepreneurs clarify and communicate the vision and message they’re here to bring to the world, inspiring people to take action. The brands include Conscious Copy & Co. (Founder), VividVision.com (Partner), and Vision Amplifier (Co-Founder).
Time, Relationships & Failure
Steve Sims
Steve Sims chats about affluent people and what they get up to. Why are they successful and what could you be doing to reach that level of success. Learn the 3 common traits that make them successful.
Whitney Jones
The Mindset of a Champion
Whitney Jones has no shortage of accolades... 3x Ms. Fitness Olympia - 2018, 2019 & 2021 2018 Ms. Fitness International 5 x IFBB Pro Champion Owner of Pro Physiques gym in Gilbert AZ Owner of The Pros Online Personal Training, coaching athletes all over the world.
Hate the Answer, Change the Question
Steve Sims
All about the mind set that needs to change when you're asking questions and you're not getting the answer that will benefit you. Learn to change your thought process and ask the right questions.
Heath Cofran
A Fashion Forward Brand Focused on Motorcycle Safety
I live in constant growth and learning, following my passions for life and turning it into a mission. I embrace the elements that consistently drive positive results and repeat them. My passion for the world of motorcycling has led me to work within the industry for over a decade, branching across the most pinnacle and innovative brands the market has to offer. My focus is brand expertise, public speaking and communications. Proud husband, father and ex racer, and two-wheels for life.
Liz Wilcox
Email Marketing Isn't Dead
The Fresh Princess of Email Marketing, Liz Wilcox is an Email Strategist showing bloggers build online relationships, package up their “magic” and turn it into emails that people want to read and, most importantly, purchase from.
Michael Counts
Don't Have Customers Sit Outside Your Story
Michael Counts is a theatrical designer and stage director, visual artist, and media and entertainment entrepreneur who has been focused on creating large-scale immersive installations, theatrical productions and innovative media and entertainment experiences, often in unconventional spaces, for over 25 years. He is one of the early pioneers of immersive art and entertainment and has been called a “mad genius” and “a master of immersive theater” by the New York Times and “one of the most fertile imaginations working in New York City, today” by Time Out New York Magazine.
Impact Has Nothing to do with Money
Steve Sims
Steve Sims chats about many experiences he has done for people, which turns from price tag to impact. Impact has nothing to do with price tag.
Roland Frasier
The Importance of Intellectual Capital
Roland Frasier, Co-founder and/or principal of 5 different Inc. Magazine fastest growing companies (e-commerce, e-learning, SaaS + real estate). Serial entrepreneur who built or sold 24 businesses with adjusted sales ranging from $3 million to just under $4 billion.
If I Had Great T*ts
Steve Sims
Steve Sims chats about the world of today and the importance people put on how many followers they have. They are missing the bigger picture of the connections they should have and the relationships, not just the number of followers that don't connect with you. Know the number you want and the connections you want to build on.
Is Covid Like Alcohol
Steve Sims
Steve Sims discusses the ever changing world around Covid and the effects it has on us. Covid has only amplified the situation you were already in. Were you one of those that just binge watched shows or did you pivot and take advantage of the opportunities Covid gave?
Kate Hancock & Daniel Robbins
What They Learned on Clubhouse
Kate Hancock and Dan Robbins have broken the record for longest running room on clubhouse. They had a run for 85 days! Kate, is a entrepreneur, who is known as the Pivot Queen. She started her journey as a serial entrepreneur with $20 in her pocket and grew it into over a million dollars in one year with over $15 million in online sales to date. Dan is also a serial entrepreneur who is the COO of IBH Media.
Daniel Whittington
How the Power of Choice Gave One Whiskey Connoisseur Top Shelf Status
Daniel Whittington spent 18 years as a full time studio and touring musician before moving back to Austin, TX and diving head first into business education and the world of whiskey. Daniel is currently Chancellor at Wizard Academy, a business school for Entrepreneurs. He's the founder of Whisky Marketing School, based out of Wizard Academy. He is a co-founder of Crowded Barrel Whiskey Co., the world's first crowd-sourced whiskey distillery and the Whiskey Tribe, the world’s most engaged online whiskey community. He co-hosts the two largest Whiskey Youtube channels, Whiskey Vault and Whiskey Tribe. He's also an original founding member of the Texas Whiskey Association, and currently serving as its president.
The World of Convenience
Steve Sims
Steve Sims talks about the experience he had with a set of headphones. He turns that into how that can help you think about what you do in your business and how convenient you make things for your clients. Have a listen to this short nugget this week.
Alex Charfen
How to Create Momentum in Your Business
Alex Charfen was never meant to be the Co-founder & CEO of a multi-million dollar company. As a kid, Alex had a tough time learning, fitting in, and following other people’s rules. His entrepreneurial journey started early on by selling things at school, and he went on to run a window washing service in high school and a financial consulting firm in college.
Jeff Lerner
Unlock Your Potential
From broke jazz musician to $100 million in online sales… Jeff Lerner’s story and social media content have inspired millions to get control of their future and reshape their life around his "3 Ps of Success" (Physical, Personal, & Professional).
Andrew Warner
The Subtle Art of Conversation in Podcast Interviews
Andrew Warner is the original startup podcast interviewer. His podcast, Mixergy, which was launched in 2007 has featured over 2,000 interviews with startup entrepreneurs, including the handsome Steve Sims. He just published a book about how to lead deep conversations. The book is called Stop Asking Questions
Jim Dew
Entrepreneurs, Learn How to Fix Your Financial Flat Tire
Jim Dew, Advisor To The Entrepreneur®, is the CEO and Founder of Dew Wealth Management. Jim has twenty-six years of experience building virtual family offices for entrepreneurs. He earned a BS in Mathematics from the University of Arizona and an MBA from Arizona State University. Jim is a Certified Financial Planner®, Chartered Financial Consultant®, and a Certified Private Wealth Advisor®. He has been a guest on big podcasts like Entrepreneurs On Fire, Business Lunch, The Vacation Effect, The Respect, and The Ultimate Advisor. Jim has presented on many stages such as War Room, Genius Network Annual Event, Legendary Life, Consumer Health Summit, and Pathfinder to name a few. Jim has been featured in Inc, Entrepreneur, and Huffington Post magazines and is the author of “Beyond a Million: The Entrepreneur’s Playbook for Expanding Wealth, Freedom, and Time.”
It was Always There to Start with
Steve Sims
Steve recently visited Florence and he brought his wife Clare to visit the Accademia. Clare had never been to see the sculpture of David. He wanted to share the experience with her and you and what you can learn from it.
The Sims in the Podbus
Steve and Henry Sims
Steve Sims and Henry Sims recently attended the T&C event in California. While there they took advantage of recording this podcast in a very unique podcast VW bus. They discuss media and where the internet is headed and all the changes we should expect to see in the very near future.
Jesse Elder
How to Create a Life of Your Own Design
Jesse Elder is an Action Philosopher, TimePiercer, author, mentor, speaker, entrepreneur and all-around lover of life. He is also the creator of Prime Light - “The World’s Most Dangerous Meditation”.
Leigh Steinberg
How to do Business with Integrity
Leigh Steinberg, premier sports agent, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and CEO of Leigh Steinberg Sports and Entertainment Holdings, is best known for his work building athletes into stand-alone brands. He is often credited as the real-life inspiration for the Oscar-winning film Jerry Maguire. Leigh has represented many of the most successful athletes and coaches in football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, and golf, including the number one overall pick in the NFL draft for an unprecedented eight times in conjunction with 64 total first round picks. With an unrivaled history of record-setting contracts, Leigh has secured over $4 billion for his 300+ pro athlete clients and directed more than $900 million to various charities around the world.
Martha Krejci
Quit Your Job and Join the Home-Based Revolution
Martha Krejci is a high-vibin’ mama, wife, business coach + growth strategist and social media marketing powerhouse who has taken the internet by storm. Featured in Oprah Magazine, Fast Company, Cosmopolitan, Shape and Huffington Post among other places, Martha’s intuitive marketing expertise has helped her make her first million in less than a year using a strategy she teaches openly through courses, group coaching and other tried-and-true resources. From finding your passion to building a business that works, she teaches it all to anyone that's ready.
Brian Galke
How to Communicate Better with Face Reading
Brian Galke created SubtleSkills.com to help both people, and organizations, find new and unique ways to enhance their interactions with others. Having worked in a variety of industries and positions, from behind the scenes to the front line. He brings a breadth of experience as an educator, trainer, and dynamic facilitator mixed in with a side of southern swagger.
Socrates and the Three Sieves
Steve Sims
Steve Sims discusses Socrates philosophy in today's world. What do you know about the three sieves? Listen to today's episode and take the three sieves test for yourself.
Justin Donald
The Lifestyle Investor
Entrepreneur Magazine calls Justin Donald the “Warren Buffett of Lifestyle Investing.” He’s a master of low-risk cash flow investing, specializing in simplifying complex financial strategies, structuring deals, and disciplined investment systems that consistently produce profitable results. His ethos is to “create wealth without creating a job.”
Joel Comm
Uncovering the World of Blockchain
Joel Comm is New York Times bestselling author, blockchain enthusiast, podcast host, professional keynote speaker, social media marketing strategist, live video expert, technologist, brand influencer, futurist and eternal 12-year old. With over two decades of experience harnessing the power of the web, publishing, social media and mobile applications to expand reach and engage in active relationship marketing, Joel is a sought-after public speaker who leaves his audiences inspired, entertained, and armed with strategic tools to create highly effective new media campaigns. His latest project is as co-host of The Bad Crypto Podcast, a top cryptocurrency show making the future of digital payments easy to understand.
Captain Charlie Plumb
Adversity is a Terrible Thing to Waste
Captain Charlie Plumb graduated from the Naval Academy at Annapolis and went on to be a fighter pilot flying theF-4 Phantom jet on 74 successful combat missions over Vietnam. On his 75th mission, with only five days before he was to return home, Plumb was shot down, captured, tortured, and imprisoned in an 8-by-8 foot cell. He spent the next 2,103 days as a Prisoner Of War in communist war prisons.
Jon Levy
How to Master the Art of Influence
Jon Levy is a behavioral scientist best known for his work in human connection, trust and influence. He is the author of the newly released New York Times bestseller, You're invited: The Art and Science of Cultivating Influence, in it Levy explores how our ability to impact anything from longevity, and business, to social causes are a byproduct of our relationships, trust and a sense of belonging.
Professor Derek Richard
Ageing Isn't Necessary
Professor Derek Richard and his research team of 50 scientists, clinicians, and surgeons are focused on understanding the biological processes that cause us to age and develop age-related diseases such as cancer, arthritis, and Alzheimer’s disease. He has been published in some of the world’s most highly regarded scientific journals and was awarded a prestigious Australian Government Future Fellowship in 2011 and a Fellowship from the Chenhall Research Foundation in 2016. He has also launched two biotechnology companies with the first developing a treatment for cancer and the second developing a therapeutic to reduce the risk of getting cancer.
What if it Burnt Down
Steve Sims
Steve Sims discusses the importance of things in your life. What impact are they having on your life? Are they things you have bought or subscribed to? If they burnt down, would you buy or subscribe them again? Listen to this episode to learn more.
John Blas
How to Grab a Person's Attention in Five Seconds or Less
John Blas’s career in theatrical marketing and advertising spans over 25 years, beginning in 1994 at the Walt Disney Motion Pictures Group as an art director in Creative Services. He left Disney in 2007 as Executive Vice President, Worldwide Creative Services for Disney & Pixar, having been a part of creating some of Disney’s most memorable animated marketing campaigns for such memorable films as Toy Story, Tarzan, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Monsters Inc., Cars, Ratatouille and Wall-e as well as live action films like The Rock, Nixon, Ransom, Mighty Joe Young, Armageddon and others.
David Katz
How to Show Up
David Katz has been named one of the world’s most compassionate entrepreneurs by Salt magazine. He is the recipient of the United Nations Lighthouse award for Planetary Health, recipient of the Paris Climate Conference Sustainia community award, recipient of the Earnst and Young Lifetime Achievement award, is the Past President of the Vancouver Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), and named the Entrepreneur Organizations, Global Citizen.
Dr. Andrew Steele
How to Become Ageless
Dr Andrew Steele is a scientist and author of Ageless: The new science of getting older without getting old. After a PhD in physics from the University of Oxford, Andrew decided that ageing was the single most important scientific challenge of our time, and switched fields to computational biology. After five years using machine learning to investigate DNA and NHS medical records, he is now a full-time writer, presenter and campaigner.
Don’t Buy a Pitbull
Steve Sims
Steve Sims turns the story of buying a Pitbull into a life lesson for everyone. The opinions and misconceptions of others should never influence your thoughts and decisions.
PJ Taei
If People Don't Pay - They Don't Pay Attention
PJ Taei is an entrepreneur, founder of Uscreen, and a video business expert. PJ works with influencers, small businesses, enterprises, and creators located all around the world. Brands such as Soul Cycle, Opera of Australia, NBC Sports, BBC, Miss America Pageants, and 10,000 other businesses work with him to build their video monetization strategy.
Naveen Jain
How to Communicate with a Billionaire
Many entrepreneurs who work with high-profile, high-wealth clients can get intimidated when they approach someone like a billionaire. It’s only natural, right? However, if your business is centered around working with high net worth individuals, intimidation can cause your business to come to a grinding halt as you work with more successful people. If you’ve noticed that you’ve begun to stall in your business due to feeling intimidated by approaching more affluent clients, you won’t want to miss this advice. During a Facebook live chat, we sat down with Naveen Jain. A serial entrepreneur, innovator, and billionaire, he discussed the best ways to approach billionaires in business matters.
Jay Samit
Do You Want to Become Future Proof
International bestselling author Jay Samit, is a dynamic entrepreneur and intrepreneur who is widely recognized as one of the world’s leading experts on disruption and innovation. Described by Wired magazine as “having the coolest job in the industry,” he raises hundreds of millions of dollars for startups, sells companies to Fortune 500 firms, transforms entire industries, revamps government institutions, and for three decades continues to be at the forefront of global trends. Everyone from the Pope to the President calls on Samit to orchestrate positive change in this era of endless innovation. A former NASDAQ company CEO and Independent Vice Chairman of Deloitte, Samit helped grow pre-IPO companies such as LinkedIn, held senior management roles at EMI, Sony and Universal Studios, pioneered breakthrough advancements in mobile video, robotics, internet advertising, ecommerce, social networks, eBooks, and digital music that are used by billions of consumers every day.
Eli Harris
How to Come Back Stronger After Failure
Eli Harris may be young, but don’t underestimate him. Driven by an unwavering work ethic and desire to change the world for the better, he’s worked for leading hi-tech companies around the world and launched two successful startups — all before his 30th birthday. Now as president and co-founder of R-Zero, he’s taking on his most ambitious challenge yet: tackling the transmission of pathogens in the COVID-19 era and beyond.
Chris Ruden
Self Communication to Shift Your Reality
Chris Ruden is an international keynote speaker, elite power lifter, entrepreneur, disabled model, and advocate. Despite having being born with only two fingers on his left hand and a shorter left arm ,he can dead lift over 675pounds and is on track to becoming the World’s strongest adaptive athlete. At nineteen years of age, Chris was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, and while it took time to accept his disease, it’s that diagnosis he credits for his career in speaking. On stages (and screens) worldwide, Chris speaks about diversity, inclusion, and over-coming adversity.
Anthony Stephen Malone
An Amazing Story of Service and Sacrifice
Anthony Stephen Malone - Former Paratrooper, Bodyguard, Elite Operator, CIA Asset. Author of 4 Books (Including United Nations Faces of Hope) and Guest Speaker, Lecturer. Ambassador and Patron of international charities and foundations.
Curt Cuscino
How to Reach the Millennial Market
Curt Cuscino is the Founder & CEO of HypeLife Brands, a progressive brand development & marketing agency helping disruptive B2C lifestyle startups engage the Millennial Generation.
George J Chanos
The Futurist Talks NFT
George J. Chanos, Esq. served as Nevada’s 31st Attorney General. He successfully (9/0), argued the case of Warton v. Bockting, 549 U.S. 406 (2007), before the United States Supreme Court. He’s also the Chairman of the 120+ unit, QSR franchise Capriottis, an author and a speaker.
Naveen Jain
How to Build a Billion Dollar Company
Naveen Jain is an intensely curious entrepreneur who is not afraid to take on the audacious ideas that will push humanity forward. He is the author of the award-winning book Moonshots: Creating a World of Abundance. His current moonshot adventures are Viome and Moon Express. As a serial entrepreneur, he previously founded InfoSpace, Intelius, and TalentWise.
An Uncomfortable Conversation
Steve Sims
Steve Sims discusses how we are losing the art of communication. As human beings we are terrified to have those uncomfortable conversations with our peers because we are scared of what they will think. You'll never grow by staying ignorant, have those difficult conversations.
Ken Schmidt
How to Create a Tattoo Worthy Brand
The former director of communications for Harley-Davidson Motor Company played an active role in one of the most celebrated turnarounds in corporate history. He’s since advised executive leaders of many of the world’s best-known brands and has delivered more than 1,200 keynote presentations.
Dutch Van Someren
How He Discovered a Major Brand From His Love of Bike Culture
Dutch van Someren, Founder and Co owner of the Bike Shed London and Bike Shed LA. Ex MTV, Extreme Sports Channel. Virgin Media, Cartoon Network, Bravo TV, Harper Collins Publishers, and WPP etc. Creative Director / Group Director Production / Marketing PR & Creative. Bike Rider, ex musician, trendy tattooed London dad, old enough to know better.
How the Monarchy Got Branding All Wrong
Steve Sims
Steve Sims has his opinions on what the Royals have done and what they missed out on. He chats about how the recent Royal bust up can teach us a lot about branding and how badly it can be handled. Find out what mistakes you're making in your own company and what you should be doing to avoid them.
Scott Phillips
The Right Way and The Wrong Way to Make Millions
Scott Phillips has gone from successful porn websites, to kidnapper and convicted felon. Then he changed his life around because he demanded more from himself.
Stefan Georgi
Write Better Copy
Stefan is a direct response copywriter and entrepreneur whose words have grossed over $700MM in sales for himself and his clients. He's also the inventor of The RMBC Method, which is a systematic approach to writing better sales copy, more consistently, in less time. In addition to this, Stefan has founded or co-founded nine businesses that have done at least 7 figures, with several of those reaching 8 and even 9 figures in annual sales.
Rebecca Zung
How to Negotiate with a Narcissist
Rebecca Zung is one of the Top 1% of attorneys in the nation, having been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Lawyer in America”, as “Legal Elite” by Trend Magazine, and recognized by her peers and the judiciary as AV preeminent rated in family law, the highest possible rating for an attorney by Martindale Hubbell.
Jon Macaskill
Former Navy Seal to Meditation
Jon Macaskill (muh KAS kill) is a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned mindfulness and meditation teacher. He was born in South Africa and moved with his parents and 4 siblings to the US when he was 7. He grew up in Ruston, Louisiana where he was an avid track and cross country runner. After graduating high school, he served briefly as an enlisted sailor in the Navy before receiving an appointment to the US Naval Academy. He has his BS in Mathematics and MS in Operations Research. Jon has served in Iraq, Afghanistan, off the coast of Somalia, and in Panama. He serves as the Deputy Executive Director for Veteran’s PATH, a nonprofit organization that works to introduce meditation and mindfulness to veterans to bring them a sense of Peace, Acceptance, Transformation and Honor. He also now runs his own consulting company, Macaskill Consulting, LLC, bringing mindfulness and meditation to high performing teams to aid in dealing with stress, anxiety and depression all while increasing focus, creativity, and productivity.
Brian Bogert
The Human Behavior Performance Coach
Brian Bogert is a passionate human behavior and performance coach, speaker, business strategist, top sales professional and philanthropic leader who believes in helping growth-minded individuals achieve the best version of themselves: their most authentic selves. Brian teaches how to leverage radical authenticity and awareness to create the intentional life you’ve been dreaming of, but have struggled to create. His revolutionary strategy—embrace pain to avoid suffering—has helped individuals and companies break beyond their normal to achieve the success in life and business that they’ve always wanted. If you want to create a life of no limits and gain freedom, Brian and his team will get you there.
Everything That’s New is Usually Sh*t
Steve Sims
Steve talks about the realization that no matter if it's a new purchase or a new venture your on, it takes time to reach peak performance.
Chris Wilke and Kyle Valery
Stretch Affect
Chris Wilke and Kyle Valery - It’s not easy to change a paradigm. It takes a lot of conversation and the willingness to see the world with different eyes. Most people who are customers at Stretch Affect have learned a few things: Their old approach to fitness isn’t working. Real fitness isn’t about feeling pain. It’s about feeling healthy. Plateaus in performance begin when your range of motion breaks down. Most people who come to Chris Wilke and Kyle Valery’s gym aren’t your average gym rats. They are people who recognize that fitness and health are subtly different.
Talor Zamir
Inflammation is the Silent Assassin
Talor Zamir - In 2013, Talor was wracked with intense, inexplicable pain and inflammation that was putting his health, his hope, and his family’s financial future in danger. He could not type more than a couple sentences without feeling massive pain throughout his arms. Desperate for relief, or even an answer, he turned to multiple medical professionals, both mainstream and alternative, to no avail. He deteriorated to the point where he had to use a voice dictation software because he couldn't type more than a couple sentences without massive pain. His anxiety about his ability to support his family escalated to panic. Talor refused to give up, he came to the all-important realization that INflammation comes from INside of you. He had an epiphany. He started to change what he put IN his body and mind instead of treating it from the outside. This new understanding began to change everything. He returned from his quest, victorious, having been led to the solutions he had all along been seeking. How he successfully put out the fire of pain and inflammation is why he created Peak Performance. He now has a new quest: to help others transform their health and life in the same way he did.
Rich Mulholland
Rock and Roll Roadie Turned Entrepreneur
Richard Mulholland has spoken in over 30 countries on six continents, Rock and Roll roadie turned entrepreneur Richard Mulholland knows first-hand the impact that memorable presentations can make. That’s why he works with executives and speakers around the world, helping them deliver unforgettable presentations that activate audiences and generate income.
Steven Kotler
Human Performance Expert
Steven Kotler is a New York Times-bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world’s leading experts on human performance. He is the author of nine bestsellers (out of thirteen books total), including The Art of Impossible, The Future Is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 40 languages, and appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, TIME and the Harvard Business Review.
Paul Colligan
How to Run a Successful Podcast
Paul Colligan’s lifestyle and business strategies are designed to tackle the challenges and opportunities of today’s ever-changing information economy. His company, The Podcast Partnership leverages technology to expand reach and revenue for businesses and creates digital influencers with the simple sound of the human voice. Paul’s clients include bestselling authors Kathy Kolbe, Brendon Burchard, J.J. Virgin, Mike Koenigs, Donald Miller, Jeff Walker, Frank Kern, Joe Polish, and others. Past projects have included work with Microsoft, StoryBrand, The U.S. State Department, Rubicon International, Piranha Marketing, Pearson Education and more.
Give the Gift of a Memory
Steve Sims
Steve Sims gives tips on gift giving. Base the gift on the impact NEVER the price tag is his style! It’s that time of year to build on those relationships, make an impact by the thought you put into making the gift a memory.
Top 5 Gifts I Gave Billionaires Under $20
Steve Sims
Steve talks about the gifts he has bought billionaires and they were all under $20. It's not the amount of money you spend on gifts, it's about the true thought and unique way the receiver will remember you.
René Rodriguez
The Art of Influence
René Rodriguez for the last 20 years, has researched and applied behavioral neuroscience as a dynamic keynote speaker, leadership advisor, world class sales expert, and renowned speaking coach. Yet, he believes that we are only scratching the surface of what is possible and that every profession can benefit from fully engaging the human mind and brain.
Dr Bunmi Aboaba
Crystal and Rox
Dr Bunmi Aboaba is a Dental Surgeon and founder of Crystal & Rox. After suffering burnout in 2008, Bunmi sought holistic avenues to help her mental wellness. Her journey brought unexpected her to the world of crystals. After Bunmi's own successful journey with crystals for wellbeing , Bunmi was inspired to create the concept Crystal & Rox, a luxury wellbeing interiors innovation , where chosen crystals ,combined with exquisite marble bring harmonizing energy to a space.
Jesse Elder
The TAO of Mindset
Jesse Elder is an Action Philosopher, TimePiercer, author, mentor, speaker, entrepreneur and all-around lover of life. He is also the creator of Prime Light - “The World’s Most Dangerous Meditation”. With his teachings of self-mastery, radical self-acceptance and inspired action, he focuses on helping people to live a self-authorized, productive and fulfilled life - with far less struggle than most believe possible. Overcoming fears, developing the mindset of an influential leader, making selling a spiritual experience, opening up to wealth and attaining greater levels of clarity and confidence are all achievable through Jesse’s simple yet incredibly effective methods and philosophies. People often report significant positive effects after an experience with Jesse, such as big leaps in their income, reduced illness and chronic pain, greater joy, freedom and wealth of every kind - simply forgetting to be angry, stressed, depressed - and becoming more loving towards themselves and those in their lives.
Did You Really Fail
Steve Sims
Steve Sims tells a story of an experience he had with a coaching client after a proposal pitch failed. He talks about the lesson learned from that fail and how to pivot for the next pitch.
Henry Sims
Entrepreneurial Life
Henry Sims started Zesty Owl because he had a passion for digital marketing. He helps businesses bring clean strategy and process to their digital marketing, and he doesn't want more businesses to get screwed over by other agencies because they don’t know any better.
Are You Gay?
Steve Sims
Steve chats about understanding your clients needs and wants. Do you take the time to learn more about why they request or need the things they ask for?
Quan Huynh
Mighty Warrior
Quan Huynh has been described as a mighty warrior, a magician, and a mountain of goodness. He is the bestselling author of Sparrow in the Razor Wire: Finding Freedom from Within While Serving a Life Sentence. His book was written for men that are doing long or life term sentences, and in it, he shares how he found his freedom years before he was even paroled. He works as the senior post release program manager for Defy Ventures, a non profit helping those with a criminal past transform their lives through the journey of entrepreneurship. After spending twenty-two years in and out of correctional institutions, Quan was paroled from a life sentence in 2015 and created his first company six months later. The following year, he received the Peace Fellowship Award for his work with the Alternatives to Violence Project. Quan has been featured in Entrepreneur, PBS Newshour, and numerous other publications and podcasts.
Sean Whalen
Is The Lion
Sean Whalen is a founder of multiple companies and a serial entrepreneur. He is also the author of the Amazon bestseller, How To Make Shit Happen, which has sold over 425,000 copies. He also coaches other male and female entrepreneurs on scaling their businesses AND their home lives. Whalen is also the founder and CEO of the clothing line, Lions Not Sheep.
Mitzi Perdue
Wants to Help
Mitzi Perdue is an accomplished and celebrated entrepreneur, author, and public speaker. She has written over 1600 newspaper and magazine articles on family business, health, food, agriculture, philanthropy, and more. She has also produced and hosted over 400 half-hour interview shows and was a syndicated columnist for over 22 years.
Under Pressure
Steve Sims
Steve chats about the way you perform under pressure. Do you fold or do you grow and push yourself to the limit?
Emily Mishler
Understands Impact
On today's episode Steve chats with Emily Mishler. Born and raised in the rural Midwest of the United States, Emily Mishler is an intrepid optimist with a keen sense of adventure, eye for design, hand in the start-up world, and heart for philanthropy. She is the driving force behind The Cultivated Group and the world of Esmè the Curious Cat – on a mission to ignite and empower individuals and organizations to: "be the change you wish to see in the world. Specializing in business development, creative strategic planning, and fundraising, Emily launched her first company at the age of 22 and has since raised and distributed over $20M of private investment for private clients, for-profit entities and NGO's.
An Argument with My Daughter
Steve Sims
Steve opens up about a personal argument he had with his daughter. He discusses how he turned a bad situation into something good. You never know what lies ahead.
Billy Gene
Is Marketing
Billy Gene is an internet marketer and entrepreneur that credits college for opening him up to new experiences and possibilities. He runs Billy Gene Is Marketing, a program that is aimed at teaching entrepreneurs and marketers about how to scale their business.
Mark and Crystal Hansen
More Than Just Chicken Soup for the Soul
You may not know it, but Mark and Crystal Hansen are probably a major part of your childhood. Visionaries and authors of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, the Hansens are responsible for making millions of people feel more worthy and capable.
Fancy a Shag?
Steve Sims
Steve starts with a very blunt question to get your attention. If that were the way you approach your clients or anyone for that matter, it most definitely won't get you what your looking for. Listen to this quickie and learn the importance of building the relationship first.
Nick Bradley
Creating More Impact
Nick Bradley is an entrepreneur, author, speaker and investor. His background is in growing and scaling VC and Private Equity backed businesses.
Justin Breen
Wackadoo Visionary
Justin is CEO of the PR firm BrEpic Communications and author of the No. 1 International Best-Selling Book, Epic Business. Justin is hard-wired to seek out and create viral, thought-provoking stories that the media craves.
How Fat Are You?
Steve Sims
Steve talks about your weight. Now before you get offended, it's not exactly what you think. Have a listen to find out about the weight you should shed.
Lisa Kipps-Brown
Business Reimagineer
Applying her 25 years of internet business experience & 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, she provides expert web and marketing strategy with no gobbledygook. Lisa’s specialty is helping entrepreneurs like you transform their business model and increase their company’s market value using the web and strategic partnerships.
Sir Richard Branson
IS the GREATEST Failure
Steve talks about how Sir Richard Branson influences him even though Sir Branson is the GREATEST failure.
Dr Benjamin Hardy
Personality Isn’t Permanent
Organizational psychologist Dr. Benjamin Hardy explains why personality labels are useless, why personality is not permanent, and how we can change it.
Lomit Patel
Startup Master
Lomit is the Vice President of Growth at IMVU. Prior to IMVU, Lomit managed growth at early-stage startups including Roku (IPO), TrustedID (acquired by Equifax), Texture (acquired. by Apple) and EarthLink. Lomit is a public speaker, author, advisor, and recognized as a Mobile Hero by Liftoff. Lomit’s new bestselling book Lean AI, is part of Eric Ries’ “The Lean Startup” series, now available at Amazon.
Chris Thrall
Motivational and Inspirational Speaker
After leaving the Royal Marines to run a successful business in Asia, Chris found himself homeless, suffering acute mental illness from crystal meth addiction and working for the Hong Kong triads.
Chris Naugle; America’s Money Mentor
America's Money Mentor
Chris has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. His success includes managing over 30 million dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and tens of millions in real estate business, with over 200 transactions and an HGTV pilot show.
Let Me Introduce Myself
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve talks about the proper way to introduce yourself. Learn how to change the way you make an impact on those you meet.
Nir Eyal: Prophet Of Habit Forming Technology
Prophet Of Habit Forming Technology
Steve Sims talks to bestselling author and habit-forming technology expert, Nir Eyal, about hacking the triggers of distraction and being indistractable.
Scaling Your Business Through The Channel Strategy With Alec Stern
Steve Sims talks to Alec Stern, the Cofounder of Constant Contact, about marketing for small businesses and scaling through the channel strategy.
Marketers often avoid working for small businesses because of the perceived difficulty in finding an effective scaling strategy.
Put In The Work: The Growth Mentality That Can Transform Your Life With Sam Bakhtiar
Sam Bakhtiar sits down with host Steve Sims to share the growth mentality that transformed his life—becoming a doctor, author, bodybuilder, and entrepreneur.
When thrown by life's curveballs, you can either let them stop you or motivate you to get out of those circumstances...
Lets Talk Standards
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve talks about standards. We're experiencing unprecedented times, he discusses why this isn't the time to lower your standards.
Henry Kaminski Jr.: Unique Designz
Unique Designz
Henry Kaminski Jr., the CEO of Unique Designz, shares how he has pivoted through difficult times and why you need to identify your brand.
Adrienne Richardson: Business Growth Expert
Business Growth Expert
Lead generation expert Adrienne Richardson chats with Steve Sims about mechanics and best practices for using Facebook ads for business growth.
Did Someone Push Pause
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve chats about what you should be doing during this time of uncertainty.
Dr. Bill Dorfman: The Michael Jordan Of Dentistry
The Michael Jordan of Dentistry
Dr. Bill Dorfman joins Steve Sims to talk about his career in cosmetic dentistry and how he became the most famous dentist in the planet.
Sean Callagy: Warrior And Adventurer
Warrior and Adventurer
Legally blind warrior and adventurer Sean Callagy joins Steve Sims to talk about his passion and share his journey to creating the UNBLINDED Mastery Program.
Kevin “KC” Carroll
Creative Catalyst
Creative catalyst and author, Kevin "KC" Carroll, talks to the young about the importance of dreaming big and having the right people to support you.
Social Distancing
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve chats about the new phrase, "social distancing" and what it means during this pandemic.
Is it worth it?
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve chats about an experience in Nashville that left an impression about value.
Ed Clay: MMA Fighter, Jujitsu Trainer And Cancer Fighter
MMA Fighter, Jujitsu Trainer And Cancer Fighter
Accomplished MMA fighter Ed Clay joins Steve Sims to talk about how he got started in his career and how he’s fighting cancer and winning it.
Chris Krimitsos
Motivational Change Maker
Chris is passionate about being a difference maker. Unlike the featured guest who comes in and delivers a keynote and leaves, slipping out the back door like a national celebrity, Chris Krimitsos is the passionate professional who hangs around talking to anyone who wants his time – to listen, evaluate, and affect change.
What a Fat Girl Falling Taught Me
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve talks about the lesson he learned after witnessing a very large woman fall in a packed mall.
What a Prostitute Taught Me About the Socks
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve chats about the lesson he learned from a Bunny Ranch prostitute.
Arne Giske: Group Funnel Master
Group Funnel Master
Arne Giske of Group Funnel talks about the benefits of Facebook groups and how you can re-engineer its algorithm to get the traction that you need.
Ron Thurston
Serves as Board of Directors for Goodwill NY/NJ
Ron is currently the Vice President of store for INTERMIX, a division of GAP Inc. and serves on the Board of Directors of GOODWILL NY/NJ. Prior to INTERMIX, Ron was the Director of Retail at Saint Laurent, Bonobos and Tory Burch. Ron has a demonstrated history of delivering exceptional results and building culture.
Phillip Stutts
Political Marketer
Phillip comes from the cutthroat world of political marketing. Among his victories, has over two decades of experience working on campaigns with billions of dollars in political ad spend, and contributed to 1,273 election victories, including hundreds of U.S. House campaigns, dozens of U.S. Senate campaigns, and even three U.S. Presidential victories.
Dov Baron
International Leadership Catalyst
Dov Baron is one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 Leadership Speakers to hire. Dov is an international leadership catalyst! He is the leading authority on Authentic Leadership, and Leadership Succession or, as he prefers to call it, — “Full Monty Leadership.” Dov works with leaders and executive teams to build the bonds that create corporate cultures that become Fiercely Loyal.
Dan Fleyshman
Master of Marketing & Branding
Dan Fleyshman, is probably the most connected man you’ve never heard of, with clients like Steve Aoki and the Kardashians. He also happens to be the youngest man to ever take a company public.
What I Learned at Sneakercon
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve talks about his experience at Sneakercon 2019. Sneakercon is the hall of fame of designer shoes and more.
They All Think I’m Great
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve talks about a service called Cameo. How credible are you in your business?
Do You Have a Kenneth?
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve chats about his encounter with an amazing mixologist during his last Speakeasy event. Listen and find out if you have a "Kenneth" in your business and why you should.
Focus on Your Unsubscribes
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve talks about the changes he made with his unsubscribes. Use the opportunity to personally connect and get feedback.
Akshay Nanavati
Author of Fearvana
Akshay is a United States Marine veteran, speaker, entrepreneur, ultra runner and author. He served in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and was later diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. His book Fearvana was endorsed by the Dalai Lama and Jack Canfield.
Genius Network Review 2019
Steve Sims
On today's episode, Steve talks about his experience at Joe Polish's 2019 Genius Network event he attended the previous weekend. Episode Website
Revisiting Gucci
Steve Sims
On this episode, Steve revisits the Gucci store that impacted his childhood.
Would You Stick it on Your Desk?
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve chats about his recent visit to the headquarters of Norton Motorcycles.
Zachary Babcock
Prison mates to Millionaires
Zachary Babcock went from serving over five years in prison to rubbing elbows with multi-millionaires every day. Zachary helps entrepreneurs launch, grow, and monetize top-shelf passive income businesses and personal brands. He interviews celebrities and industry leaders on the top-rated Apple Podcast, Underdog Empowerment, and has a broad perspective from both extremes of life.
Jay Abraham
Marketing Legend
Jay has spent his entire career helping executives solve problems and fix business. His unique approach to business strategy consulting has significantly increased the bottom lines of over 10,000 clients worldwide.
Leigh Brown
Realtor and Best Selling Author
Leigh is a successful REALTOR®, forward-thinking CEO, and #1 best-selling author. She runs one of the top real estate teams in the country, she is a kickin’ keynote speaker and loves everything baseball. Leigh’s successful first book, bestseller Outrageous Authenticity™, paved the path to writing her second book, The 7 Deadly Sins of Sales™ which instantly became an Amazon #1 bestseller!
Starting Over After Prison
Steve Sims
In a special episode of the Art of Making Things Happen podcast, Steve spoke to four former maximum-security prisoners, John, Ian, Enrique, and Bosco, all of whom now work with Defy Ventures, a national organization helping prisoners with job readiness and using entrepreneurship as a vehicle for hope.
Jordan Harbinger
The Larry King of Podcasting
“The Larry King of Podcasting,” Jordan Harbinger, speaks with Steve Sims about the growing field of the podcasting industry.
Coach Michael Burt
America's Coach
Coach Micheal Burt is considered “America’s Coach,” a unique blend of a former championship basketball coach combined with a deep methodology of inner-engineering people to produce at a higher level in the business world. Coach Burt found his unique voice early in life at the age of 15 by starting his basketball coaching career with a junior pro basketball team.
Fern Mallis
Fashion & Design Icon
Fern Mallis is an award-winning creator and organizer of Fashion Week in New York and cities across the globe, Fern Mallis has been an industry game changer in the world of fashion and design for more than 35 years. A former senior vice president of IMG Fashion and executive director of CFDA, she is the author of Fashion Lives.
Jeweliet Tangen
Business Coach
Jeweliet Tangen is a business coach and founder of Strategy Loft. Jeweliet is one of the youngest leaders in her industry. She is a mentor specializing in helping coaches scale their businesses to $100,000+ a month. She has over 100 successful students ranging from 6 figure to 7 figures.
Ari Meisel
The Automation King
Ari looks at that extreme restriction of time as a blessing to start to think about a new system and a new way of getting things done through optimizing, automating, and outsourcing everything in life.
It Won’t Kill You Till It Can
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve chats about the importance of the little things that you should be paying attention to.
My 30ft Orange Tree
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve chats about his Father's Day gift, Gina. He reminds us how entrepreneurs envision differently than your average person.
Are You Selfish?
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve chats about the stigma attached to being selfish. Listen to why we all should be selfish...
Tim Larkin
Self-Defense Expert
Tim is the founder of Target Focus Training and author of New York Times bestselling book, “Surviving the Unthinkable”. Over the last 25 years and counting, Tim has taught everyone from Navy SEALS to regular citizens how to survive unavoidable violent attacks.
Tucker Max
Co-Founder of Scribe
Tucker Max is the co-founder of Scribe Media, a company that helps you write, publish, and market your book. He's written four New York Times Best Sellers (three that hit #1), which have sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide.
No One Asked
Steve Sims
In today's episode, Steve discusses the importance of just asking the question. You can't get started if you don't start with the ask...
Steve Talks Immersion
Steve Sims
In today's episode Steve rants about the importance of immersion in all aspects of your life.
Captain Sasha Larkin
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police
Sasha Larkin is the Police Captain for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Of course, looking at her, you never would have guessed. She went from ballerina to Kevlar and gun holsters, her journey is extraordinary.
Meet Super Signature
Steve Sims
In this episode, Steve explains the importance of getting your signature right. Are you doing it wrong?
Corners in a Ferrari
Steve Sims
In this episode Steve talks about challenging yourself to test your limits. How far can you push yourself?
Jeff Madoff
Film Producer
Jeff Madoff is the owner of Madoff Productions, a famous production company that has worked with clients from around the world. He wears many creative hats in his line of work but, above all, Jeff says communication is one of the most important traits that he utilizes in both his personal and professional life.
FOMO vs FUD
Steve Sims
On today's episode Steve talks about the fear of missing out and how you need to stop allowing fear control your life.
Position the Ask
Steve Sims
Positioning the ask, is only the beginning, know ahead of time what you are bringing to the table...
To Fee or Not to Fee
Steve Sims
Steve shows off his comedic skills, while making you realize value is in what you know.
Chris Voss
Former FBI Negotiator
To get to the level of being a hostage negotiator for the FBI, you’ve got to be an skilled communicator. Chris Voss is just that and no stranger to making things happen. In this episode he shares communication insights and teaches that negotiation is perishable.
Don’t Buy Your Wife a Gift
Steve Sims
Steve shares that buying a gift won't be as impactful as buying an experience for your loved ones.
Lets Lose the Pity Party
Steve Sims
No one cares about the struggles you've been through, we've all been there at least once. Be respected by your strengths and character, not by the s**t that you've been through.
The Experience is What Counts
Steve Sims
An experience far out weighs the traditional purchase of a gift. A gift will be forgotten but an experience will leave long lasting memories.
Alice Little
Highest Paid Sex Worker in America
Alice is the number one sex entrepreneur and relationship expert. She explains how being able to speak about the most uncomfortable, most stigmatized topic, makes her an excellent communicator - something that people come to the ranch for far more than sex.
Father Greg Boyle
Priest for Gangs
Father Greg Boyle, the priest that started Homeboy Industries. Homeboy Industries is the largest gang intervention rehab re-entry program in the US. Listen to this episode to hear some background on the man that didn’t give up.
Who’s Reading Your Emails?
Steve Sims
Steve discusses how to communicate better with your clients by keeping it short.
So whats the podcast about?
A series of conversations and view points on how to communicate, build relationships and grow loyalty from the widest range of guests you could imagine.
I will be searching the widest extremes to speak to people that have made a life from their ability to communicate or without that ability they would simply not be able to do what they have!
Why should you listen?
Because the art of communication and building relationships is still not available on the app store!
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