Unleash Your Greatness Within
236 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★★ - 179 ratingsThe "Unleash Your Greatness Within" podcast with TJ Hoisington is a motivational and personal development podcast aimed at helping listeners tap into their full potential and achieve greatness in various aspects of their lives. Hosted by TJ Hoisington, a renowned motivational speaker, author, and success coach, this podcast delivers inspiring and actionable content to empower individuals to overcome challenges, set meaningful goals, and cultivate a mindset for success.
Each episode typically features insightful discussions, interviews with successful individuals, practical strategies, and thought-provoking anecdotes to help listeners unleash their inner greatness and unlock their true potential. Topics covered often include personal growth, mindset mastery, goal setting, leadership, productivity, and achieving success in both professional and personal endeavors.
TJ Hoisington brings his own expertise and experience in personal development to the forefront, drawing from his background in psychology, business, and coaching to provide valuable insights and guidance. Listeners can expect to be motivated, challenged, and equipped with the tools and mindset needed to pursue their dreams, overcome obstacles, and create a life of fulfillment and purpose.
Overall, the "Unleash Your Greatness Within" podcast serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking inspiration, guidance, and practical strategies to unlock their full potential and live their best life.
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You've Got to Be Hungry with Les Brown
August 16, 2018 22:17 - 40 minutes - 75 MBTJ Hoisington interviews Les Brown – TOP Motivational Speaker. In this "Success Interview," on the "Unleash Your Greatness Within" podcast, TJ Hoisington, and Les Brown discuss how to achieve your goals and dreams. Les Brown shares several tools and strategies for achieving greatness! Les also invites listeners to contact him by providing his email address. He's looking for then next GREAT SPEAKER! Click here to WATCH the interview: https://youtu.be/T6MKZo2YG6U
Success Principles with Jeff Bell (LegalShield, CEO)
August 07, 2018 16:50 - 53 minutes - 100 MBIn this Success Interview, TJ Hoisington interviews Jeff Bell, (CEO of LegalShield). Before being named the CEO of the leading provider of legal and identity protection services, Jeff was VP of Global Marketing, Xbox and several years in leadership positions at Ford Motor Company and VP of Chrysler. TJ and Jeff share many success principles around personal development, finding happiness, and taking your business to the next level. There is STRONG content in this interview with practical ad...
Master Your Thinking
July 26, 2018 20:05 - 11 minutes - 21 MBBeing successful starts with the right MINDSET. So, what does a high achievers mindset look like? How do you think like a high achiever? During this speech, I covered four LAWS and the FIRST LAW, “Master Your Thinking." I share a personal story about one of my early jobs and how that job was a steppingstone to where I am today. I developed some early habits! Where have you gotten into a rut? What can you do to increase the quality of your thinking...RESULTS!
The Greatest Salesman in the World - Story
July 24, 2018 00:59 - 14 minutes - 27.4 MBRecently, I gave a speech to a small group of high-performing #legalshield professionals. During the speech, I shared the story of “The Greatest Salesman in the World." This was a powerful book by Og Mandino over 40 years ago. A #classic! I encourage you to #read that book! Go to #youtube and type #tjhoisington. Enjoy as I provide a summary. Watch TJ share: The Greatest Salesman in the World
Motivational Speaking TIP for Success
July 07, 2018 17:10 - 3 minutes - 5.66 MBIf you have any desire to be a professional speaker or simply be a better presenter, here is one tip that can help you take your game to the next level. Follow this suggestion and you will have better flow and connect better with your audience. Learn more about becoming a professional speaker. Go to my YouTube channels and watch my four-step process for become a professional speaker. Click here!
Check Out My Personal Development Library
July 04, 2018 06:31 - 11 minutes - 26 MBHow much is "personal development" needed to succeed? What is personal development? How can personal development impact your life? In this video (go to YouTube), I talk about how important personal development is when it comes to performance and achievement. I also share how much “personal development” I engaged in during my early years. "Personal Development" changed my life and gave me the courage to live my dreams! Please SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/LkPmssuX3KM
Find Your Purpose - Live Limitless
June 29, 2018 04:16 - 3 minutes - 5.84 MBWhat have you bought into that is beneath your potential? Are you living with "purpose" or are you living in a "castle with thousands of room, but only occupying one or two?" Get back to believing in yourself. It's possible!
4 Ways to Communicate with People Successfully
June 15, 2018 16:29 - 8 minutes - 18.4 MBIn this podcast, I share FOUR HABITS that will help you communicate with more effectiveness. These four habits apply both professionally and personally. Learn how to become a great conversationalist. Learn how to communicate with people successfully.
How Decisions Shape Your Life
June 14, 2018 05:04 - 41 minutes - 94.7 MBListen to the first audio program I created over 18 years ago. Although it sounds a little dated, the content is still accurate today. We pulled the audio office cassette tape and digitized it to make it easily accessible to you. I speak on, "The Power of Decisions."
George Lucas Believed in the Impossible
May 30, 2018 16:18 - 10 minutes - 22.9 MBGeorge Lucas believed in the impossible and turned his dream into a massive success. George encounters failure and rejection, but he never gave up. Listen to George Lucas's story around the creation of Star Wars. It's totally cool! George Lucas has the Jedi Force. YouTube: https://youtu.be/2GaTmbI924Q
Have You Ever Hit Rock Bottom?
May 17, 2018 18:03 - 3 minutes - 6.91 MBHere is my response to someone who messaged me that question (title) on Instagram. Sometimes hitting rock-bottom is good – you just don’t want to live there long term. Adjust. Be Flexible. Look for the Blessings and Move Forward with a SMILE!
The Making of a Champion - with Sonya Looney
April 23, 2018 15:47 - 41 minutes - 95.9 MBIn this podcast, I interview Sonya Looney - former Mountain Bike Racing World Champion! It was an honor to have her on the “Unleash Your Greatness Within" podcast. Sonya shared many nuggets that can help you achieve your goals and dreams! She shares her thoughts on dieting, promoting, goal setting, mindset and much more. Sonya SPIT FIRE 🔥😁 Positive Inspiration!
Interview with Vietnam P.O.W. Captain Larry Chesley
April 02, 2018 15:28 - 24 minutes - 56.7 MBRecently, I was privileged to interview former Vietnam P.O.W. - Captain Larry Chesley. During the Vietnam war, while on a low flying night mission, he was shot down breaking his back in five places, which he has never received medical treatment for. Now 80 years old, he discusses torture, the conditions of prisoner life, communicating is code, perspectives, and much more, including divine assistance that strengthened him throughout the ordeal. Thank you to ALL service men and women.
You MUST have P.A.M. to Succeed
March 26, 2018 12:30 - 13 minutes - 31.1 MBWhat is the one thing you need to know about achieving your goals? It's called, "P.A.M." "P.A.M." will multiply your performance and maximize your potential more than education, skills or talents alone. P.A.M. is the invisible substance that moves mountains. It enables you to make quantum leaps. It's the source of unlimited energy. What is "P.A.M."? Discover this POWERFUL FORCE. TJ Hoisington shares how he was able to write a 416-page novel without ever reading a novel in his life. TJ desc...
Raising Kids in a Crazy and Confusing World
March 23, 2018 12:30 - 47 minutes - 109 MBWe EXPECT GREATNESS from our children. In this podcast, I share insights about how my wife and I have chosen to raise our children. I hope that by sharing some of our parenting principles and strategies, it might be beneficial to you. I share 13 Principles for creating healthy relationships and a pattern of excellence. Wait till you hear about some of our "extreme" standards. It's BOLD. It has WORKED, so far – because LOVE ALWAYS WINS!!!
Creating Customer Service Excellence with Robert Spector
March 19, 2018 15:33 - 39 minutes - 89.8 MBI interview Robert Spector in this new podcast episode! Robert Spector is the bestselling author of “The Norstrom’s Way." He is a leader in the area of customer service and has even been called, "America's preeminent retail historian." Join me as we discuss aspects of creating customers excellence, including and one of my favorite concepts of, “Love Wins."
Closing the Performance Gap!
March 15, 2018 12:30 - 11 minutes - 26.2 MBYour limitations or not external, they are within! In this podcast, I show you how to Close the Performance Gap. It’s true you have enormous potential, but how do you unleash it? How can you reduce fear and anxiety? What is the key to increasing confidence? I also share how to taking advantage of the enormous energy that lives in the space between where you ARE and where you want to BE. As my friend and co-author, Bob Moawad, once said, "All limitations are mental and self-imposed.”
9 Principles of Success
March 12, 2018 17:22 - 43 minutes - 98.5 MBSometime back, I was asked to be a guest on a national conference call with LegalShield, Inc. The top producer in the business, Dave Savula asked me to inspire his team and share some concepts around success and achieving greatness! And this podcast I share 9 PRINCIPLES of SUCCESS. Watch the YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/y0G7CWYHQ3s
8 Habits of Highly Successful Salespeople
March 06, 2018 17:41 - 14 minutes - 33.9 MBRecently, I was speaking a sales team, and as part of the training, I shared Eight Habits of Highly Successful Salespeople. If you are a sales professional or even a leader in ANY capacity, apply these eight principles, and you will be more effective. How does confidence play a role and how can you create confidence? Learn how Conrad Hilton turned a bankrupt motel into the Hilton Hotels empire in a matter of a few short years. How does the “slight edge“ play a role when it comes to high-perf...
Question and Answer with TJ Hoisington
March 02, 2018 18:15 - 7 minutes - 18.2 MBI was asked to be the keynote speaker and after I spoke there was a gathering with a "question and answer" period. During this discussion, I shared with the audience the first book I ever read. I was then asked what was the most significant adversity or setback I faced in business or in life and how I overcame it. I talked quickly about, the "B.S.A. Results Formula. I also shared that, "my biggest breakthroughs often came times in my darkest moment." Toward the end, we got WAY OFF track, but...
Former NFL Player, Eric Boles, Talks About Success In Business
March 01, 2018 12:30 - 46 minutes - 107 MBIn this “Success Interview,“ I’m privileged to have as my guest, former NFL player Eric Boles. He is a friend and colleague. Over the years we’ve worked with several organizations together to help unleash the greatness within. In this podcast, we talk a lot about what makes organizations thrive. Eric Boles also talks about what the NFL taught him about high performance and how it relates to business and much more.
Book Giveaway!!!!
February 27, 2018 18:13 - 2 minutes - 6.22 MBBOOK GIVEAWAY!!! I am looking for reviews of my audiobook, “Return to Robinson Island" - the official Swiss Family Robinson sequel. If you are interested, indicate your interest in the comments section below. Our team will randomly select 5 people in the coming days. Winners will receive a link to download the audiobook from Audible.com. I will ALSO send you a signed copy of the hardcover book, as a THANK YOU! ALL FOR FREE!!! Go to my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TJHoisington/ ...
Guns, Liberty and a New America?
February 26, 2018 09:26 - 48 minutes - 112 MBI’m out of my comfort zone on this one. I debated whether not to do this podcast, but with the recent school shootings, I felt I needed to say something. It's DEEP! It’s crazy that these unfortunate tragedies keep happening in America. Where do we go from here? What are the causes? What are possible solutions? I think we all need to be open-minded and take a balanced approach for the sake of our children and society at large. Something needs to be done! Security, safety, and liberty hang in ...
Order My Book on Amazon.com...You Will Love it!
February 22, 2018 13:30 - 1 minute - 637 KB"If You Think You Can!" was written to help you achieve your goals and dreams. With over 100,000 copies goals and 5-Star reviews, it's a great reminder of what it takes to be a high achiever. Order NOW! Thank you!
Face Your Fears and Embrace Uncertainty
February 21, 2018 19:51 - 7 minutes - 16.5 MBThere are two types of people in life: 1) those who wait for evidence that their goals will work before they take the first step, and 2) those who rely on the evidence of their faith. If I had waited for the evidence that I "could" write books, I probably would have never written one—let alone four. One of the mysteries of life is trusting that one's efforts will pay off, while ignoring the momentary or repeated setbacks. Achieving goals takes patience and faith in one's ideas. Don't wait fo...
Watching the Movie, "Wonder," and Feeling Tender
February 21, 2018 07:52 - 13 minutes - 30.1 MBIt's 8:30 PM, and as a family, we just finished watching the movie, "Wonder," written by Jack Thorne. The film stars were Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, and Jacob Tremblay... Wow; so many great life principles. As I was watching the movie, I quickly felt tender. Thoughts and reflections started running through my mind, and I thought it would be meaningful to share some of these thoughts with you, as they might be meaningful to you as well. Thoughtfully enjoy.
(Part 2) How Beliefs Shape Your Life
February 19, 2018 15:30 - 13 minutes - 30.8 MBFollow-Up (part #2)... "How Beliefs Shape Your Life." Discover 'state of mind' and the apparatus human beings possess to determine reality. You share your reality by the way you think! Think BIG!!! Check out "How to Think Like a High Achiever": https://youtu.be/kKvg58Fc8Es
How BELIEFS Shape Your Life
February 15, 2018 19:08 - 49 minutes - 114 MBIn this Podcast (part #1), I go HEAVY and DEEP (technical). I am speaking to a sales team about how beliefs determine results in life and business. Beliefs are the EMBRYO of ALL ACHIEVEMENT! Beliefs can build, and they can destroy. The great thing about being a human being is with correct tools and a strong desire, limiting beliefs can be changed for the better. Change Your beliefs, change your life!
Success Interview with Hap Klopp, Founder of the Northface Company
February 07, 2018 21:19 - 44 minutes - 102 MBAchieving any goal, dream, idea -- even overcoming obstacles -- takes passion, leadership, unorthodox ideas, and an irreverence for the status quo. You've got to think both BIG and DIFFERENTLY, and there are few people more qualified to talk about these principles than Hap Klopp. Join me as I interview the founder of the Northface Company, Hap Klopp. Discover what it takes to live your passions and achieve success. Hap Klopp is also the author of several books including, "The Adventure o...
What Do Elton John and Michael Jordan have in Common?
February 05, 2018 17:10 - 3 minutes - 6.91 MBThe one critical factor that separates the high achiever from the low achiever is 'demanding the best from yourself.' In my book, “If You Think You Can!," this is Law #2. Like Michael Jordan and Elton John, demanding greatness from yourself is a key principle when it comes to success. Where do you need to give more than you currently do? Where do you coast when you should be hustling? What 'fundamentals' do you need to review again and again to maintain the competitive edge? Watch YouTube ...
How Much Potential Do YOU Have?
February 02, 2018 03:06 - 2 minutes - 6.18 MBIn this Podcast, TJ Hoisington shares some thoughts about "potential" and "limitations." TJ shares an example regarding the Olympics and breaking records. Records are broken every four years. Where have you gotten stuck? You have more potential than you’ll EVER tap. Your potential is unlimited! Make the decision today to unleash your greatness within! Defy the odds! Face your fears! Create your own breakthrough! Break your own records! Release the brakes! Watch the YouTube video: https:/...
Teen Success: The Power of Goals
January 29, 2018 11:30 - 17 minutes - 31.9 MBRecently, I was asked to speak to a small group of teenagers about goal-setting. I talked about believing in yourself and believing in your dreams. I also explained that your weaknesses don’t have to define you or determine your destiny. Lastly, I cover my “10-Step Blueprint for Achieving Your Goals."
My First Audio Training - "The Power of Decisions"
January 25, 2018 11:30 - 41 minutes - 75.7 MBListen to my very FIRST audio program ever! We pulled it from the archives. Extracted from a cassette tape, it was 20 years ago this month that I recorded this lesson on “The Power of Decisions.” Listen and apply the principles today!
10-Step Blueprint for Achieving Your Goals
January 23, 2018 17:25 - 10 minutes - 18.3 MBEver have a goal that feels out of reach? In this podcast, I share my "10-Step Blueprint for Achieving Your Goals." I outline a clear roadmap to setting goals that will help improve your habits, empower change, and unleash your greatness within.
David Marquet on Leadership Greatness
January 09, 2018 18:31 - 55 minutes - 102 MBThis Success Interview with bestselling author, David Marquet, is the ultimate LEADERSHIP interview worth listening to several times. Marquet is the author of the highly acclaimed book, "Turn the Ship Around: Turning Followers into Leaders." This interview is rich with leadership tips and practical advice. You will learn things like 1) It's okay to say, "I don't know." 2) Focus on changing the environment, not the individual. 3) Make the default response – "YES." 4) Remove fear of punishment...
The True Meaning of Christmas!
December 25, 2017 07:11 - 6 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this podcast, I share some of my thoughts around Christmas. What is the true meaning of Christmas? I recorded it quickly, but I hope it's meaningful. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
How to Increase Determination
December 13, 2017 16:06 - 11 minutes - 21.6 MBRecently, my oldest son who is serving a mission in Romania for two years asked me this question: “How can a person increase their determination?" So, in response to his question here are a few thoughts I had while driving between clients. (Please pardon the audio quality.) I come up with five important steps, nestled with a dozen other principles, which are necessary for increasing determination. Principle number one is to have vision and purpose. Where there is a vision, there is no “have ...
You Are Stupid, not ;-)
December 09, 2017 11:30 - 14 minutes - 26.2 MBHow would you respond if I said, “You are stupid!“? Unfortunately, if I were speaking to an audience of one thousand people, someone just might believe me. My message in this podcast is to remind you that you are special. YOU are amazing. You are priceless. You are unstoppable. You are unique and special just the way you are! Join me in the rough audio as I speak to who you REALLY ARE! I invite you to reflect on your own greatness and unique worth and start showing unconditional love toward...
The Making of a Great Leader
December 08, 2017 11:30 - 54 minutes - 99.7 MBWhat does a thriving culture look like? What are the "10 Factors that Limit Leadership Effectiveness?" What are the "9 Habits of Successful Leaders?" In this podcast, I share how treating your people right will make all the difference when it comes to long-term sustain performance. I also provide strategies on how to create a THRIVING CULTURE – GUARANTEED!
Leadership with Starbucks - Howard Behar
December 02, 2017 06:48 - 44 minutes - 81.6 MBMy guest in this “Success Interview“ is renown business leader and author Howard Behar. For 21 years, Howard was the president of Starbucks Coffee Company, and during that time, Howard grew Starbucks from 28 stores to 15,000 stores. In this interview, we discuss topics such as leadership, culture, happiness, self-talk, the freedom of making mistakes, and much more. This is an insightful interview full of wisdom that will help you become the BEST leader possible!
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 23, 2017 20:38 - 10 minutes - 19.8 MBHappy Thanksgiving! This is a wonderful time of year. Now and next month is hopefully a time where we turn our focus to the bright things life has to offer. In this podcast, I share a little of my morning playing Turkey Bowl. I also share some thoughts on Gratitude, Appreciation, Generosity. The Law of Gratitude is real. May you use it to help you get where you want to go and become all that you’re capable of becoming.
Maximizing SALES Performance 101
September 28, 2017 08:00 - 22 minutes - 42 MBRecently, I was asked to be a guest on a conference call. The audience was a group of small business owners and sales professionals. I shared with them several simple strategies for maximizing sales results, including building rapport. I also shared the "Law of the Harvest" and the "BSA Results Formula" and how aligning with those principles will increase results!
Typical Book Signing after Speaking
September 21, 2017 04:00 - 8 minutes - 15.6 MBThis is a short clip of the questions and conversations I typically have after speaking. One question: "My fear of failure is so intense… TJ, how did you stay focused when you were in the back of that car writing your book...?" Just thought I would give you an inside peak.
Writing a Bestselling Book in the Backseat of my Car
September 19, 2017 17:01 - 4 minutes - 7.36 MBDo you have dreams that are still waiting to be unleashed? Are there dreams buried within your mind and heart that are longing to be rekindled? In this podcast, I go back a few years and share what it means to be creative and pay the price to succeed when I wrote my first book in the backseat of my car. In my darkest moment, suddenly speaking engagements started flowing toward me. Believe in possibilities! Watch video here: https://youtu.be/hnFU81Y5JNE
2008 Interview with Cynthia Brian
September 18, 2017 18:35 - 15 minutes - 29.2 MBUnlike the interviews that I host with high-achievers, this interview I was on her show, and she was interviewing me. We found this audio file in our archives and thought it would be worth sharing with you. Hope you enjoy!
Check Out My Bungalow!
September 14, 2017 15:32 - 4 minutes - 8.97 MBCheck out my bungalow! It's one place where I get my creative juices flowing and a lot of work done. In the bungalow, I write my books, record podcasts, ponder and more. Join me as I give you a quick tour. Enjoy!
Success Interview with Mike O'Brien | "Outwork Everybody!"
September 12, 2017 15:40 - 36 minutes - 42 MBNew podcast "Success Interview" with Michael O'Brien. O'Brien is the president and owner founder of the O'Brien Auto Group, which consists of several successful auto dealerships in the Northwest. I serve several of his dealerships with my "Maximizing Sales Performance" workshop. He is also a former NFL player with Seattle Seahawks. In this "Success Interview," we discuss what it takes to be a high achiever in sales and life.
How To Become UNSTOPPABLE! with Wayne Allan Root
September 08, 2017 10:00 - 48 minutes - 88.4 MBWow! This was a fired up "Success Interview" with nationally-syndicated talk show host, best-selling author, and "Capitalist Evangelists" – Wayne Allyn Root (W.A.R.) We discussed: How to make yourself confident! How to achieve massive success! The importance of facing your fears. What is your purpose in life? W.A.R.'s answer: Do what you Love and be Relentless! In this interview, Wayne Allyn Root calls it like it is! He holds nothing back!. "Stop complaining and go create something."
Life and Success Lessons with Bob Nelson, Ph.D.
September 07, 2017 06:24 - 50 minutes - 57.3 MBIn today's "Success Interview," I had the privilege of interviewing the best-selling author Bob Nelson, Ph.D. He is a leading authority on employee recognition, motivation, and engagement. He has sold over 5 million copies of his books, including, "1501 Ways to Reward Employees." We discussed the importance of having coaches in your life. Dr. Nelson encourages listeners to participate in what he calls the "what does the ideal day look like for you?" activity. If you've ever wanted to write...
Keep Your Commitments!
September 05, 2017 12:00 - 1 minute - 2.62 MBDo you want to achieve more? Want to be more confident? Do you want to be respected? Then, get into the habit of keeping your commitments. The commitments you make and keep is a reflection of your character. Be better!