What Are You Made Of?
288 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 179 ratingsI have one question for you, "What Are You Made Of?"
Join me as I share my stories and past experiences that I use to break through barriers and take things to the next level in my life.
Along the way we will also hear from guests about their stories, in the hope to help you uncover your past life events that you can use on your journey to answer the question, What Are You Made Of?
This show is for those looking for an edge and something that can get them moving at moments where they need inspiration.
Although this podcast will be plenty entertaining, the content will be worth millions due to the tried and true nature of it.
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Episodes
Beat Brain Cancer with Matt Newman
June 16, 2021 07:30 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How people learn the greatest lessons in life at the deepest and darkest of times. Why going through adversity gives new lenses which provide a fresh perspective that allows you to see life with clarity. How real strength is not defined by your muscles or what you bench press but by the fire in your belly that propels you forward. Why planting seeds as parents early in life matters because, at some point, children will begin to understa...
Strive For Continuous Learning and Growth with Dr. Ben Lerner
June 11, 2021 07:30 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How Dr. Lerner struggled his way to success with his dad dying young and his mom getting critically ill. Why everyone must always aspire to keep getting better and continue to learn every single day. How people should work hard to build the skill set so they can always bring something new to the table. What you must do to overcome trials that threaten your mission. How you can curb and conquer insecurities by learning new knowledge and...
Profitable Happiness with Dr. Pele
June 09, 2021 07:30 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How Dr. Pele lived in refugee camps during the civil war with people around them dying from starvation. How in the midst of the crisis his mother sang to him and his siblings to divert their attention from fear and pain. How happiness is a choice, which can drive away fear and hunger. Why happiness comes before success and not the other way around. How everything you experience, even the bad things, is an important teaching moment that...
March to the Beat of Your Own Drums With Erik Huberman
June 04, 2021 07:30 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode we talk about: Why other people’s opinions should not matter and you ought to do what you want in life. What Erik did when he was starting his businesses and the journey it entailed to get to where he is today. How paying so much attention to other people will make you lose sight of your goals and stand in the way of your own improvement. Why it works better to compete with yourself and strive hard to be better than who you were before. How stubborn...
Do Everything Against All Odds With Shea Hillenbrand
June 02, 2021 07:30 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: What are the dynamics of baseball from an insider perspective and how the pressure can be overwhelming. How Shea ended up becoming a zoo owner after he voluntarily retired at the prime of his career. How to influence others to find their passions in life, so they can also help other people make their dreams a reality. When you don’t know who you are, no matter what it is you do, you can end up losing yourself. Why attaching your ident...
From Employee to Employer with David Shands
May 28, 2021 07:30 - 26 minutes - 35.7 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How David Shands built his thriving apparel business which started from selling wrist bands. What event compelled David to radically change the way he lived his life. Why staying humble is very important even if you reach success, assuring you to stay grounded and focused. How knowing and owning your insecurities allow you to move forward and work on yourself to ensure you live your best life. Why playing the blame game puts you in a cage, s...
The Birth of a Brand with Brian Smith
May 26, 2021 07:30 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How observing the market allowed Brian to fill a need, wherein he used $500 in capital to start and grow his UGG brand. How Brian uses optimism to find solutions to the problems he has encountered over the years, assuring he doesn’t give up. When you’ve got a positive direction you have a lot of things to look forward to as you follow the right track. Why following your gut instincts save you from a world of pain because it is also vital to be...
Seek Balance with George Andriopoulos
May 21, 2021 07:30 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How George’s divorce radically changed his life and outlook for the better. How running a business and rearing a family requires a tough balancing act. Why staying genuine in your personal and professional life is vital to your success. How staying clear with your boundaries can change the way you live life. How owning up to the mess you make is the only way to truly change and move on. Why it is important to grind like you are brok...
Walking Miracle With Staci Wallace
May 19, 2021 07:30 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How she overcame lung problems, using her lung power and vocal ability to become a country music singer with 5 music albums. Why her setbacks allowed God into her life so she can become an instrument of inspiration to others. How to turn wows into methods and strategies so that they can turn into impact and legacies. How she rose above her situation to become a powerful woman dealing in negotiations with billionaires as the only woman in ...
All Heart with Keri Ford
May 14, 2021 07:30 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How Keri transitioned to her current career after flip-flopping for a while with feeling of uncertainty and insecurity. How to deal with self-sabotage so you can identify your triggers and realign yourself to your values and priorities. Why it is crucial to overcome past traumas so you can let go of emotional baggage which will drag you down. How to overcome limiting beliefs you have about yourself and your career, which really deters ...
Pivoting From Prison and Finding Breakthroughs with Ryan Stewman
May 12, 2021 07:30 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How Ryan’s interesting background and life story shaped who he is today. How he pushed through so many limits and stumbling blocks that make many others crumble. Why you need to think outside the box because the school doesn’t program you to express yourself. How he had an epiphany in prison and was determined to get his life back on track. How his life changed because a person pushed him to get into the mortgage industry. Why it is ...
Love, Hope, and Fun with Britney Crosson
May 07, 2021 07:30 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How a natural zest for life can make a difference when you are struggling or when bad things happen. Why businesses ride and thrive off people so you must find it in your heart to care about the people and not just the dollars. How the culture of your company or business can influence what goes on with your business operations. Why a scarcity mindset can cause a lot of negative things because, in reality, there’s a lot of opportunities ...
Fight Burnout! With Michael Levitt
May 05, 2021 07:30 - 32 minutes - 44 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: When you feel burned out, you need to make some quick adjustments before everything falls apart. What can burnout do to your life and how can you prevent it from happening. How all your experiences in the past, including the horrific ones, make you who you are today. What steps you need to do in order to feel good about the plans you make without feeling that prolonged stress. How you can help and serve others, without forgetting to ser...
Converting Struggles Into Triumphs with Samit Patel
April 30, 2021 07:30 - 38 minutes - 52.2 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How Samit Patel became the biggest nightclub promoter in London from being a bullied kid with zero to his name. How his brother’s near-fatal drowning experience impacted the course of his life. How it is important to establish connections so that you can create value and learn from others. Why the things that happen to you in your childhood can resonate with you your entire life. How pain points can serve as your fuel and primary mot...
The Road To Recovery with Charles Vest
April 28, 2021 07:30 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How Charles Vest triumphed over his drug addiction to become the successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker that he is today. What Charles did to put himself on the path of recovery, allowing him to stay sober for 32 years. How gratitude can change things, even terrible days that you don’t look forward to. Why looking for opportunities, even amid setbacks, can make a huge impact on your life. How you can feel inspired and unstop...
The Importance of Alignment With Malorie Nicole
April 23, 2021 07:30 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBShow Notes: In today's episode, we talk about: How Malorie used her tragic personal history with traumatic brain injury, multiple car accidents, and other health issues to transform her life. Why you should do the work you feel passionate about and are called to do to live a truly purpose-driven life. When you engage in work out of routine or habit, and not because of a sense of purpose it doesn’t prove as rewarding. Why alignment between your spirit and body matters because you att...
Nothing is Impossible with Prince Daniels Jr.
April 21, 2021 07:30 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: Why words are powerful and speaking your intentions into existence should be a habit. When you keep saying the words you want to manifest over and over again, you begin believing it, you then see it, and you eventually become it. How listening to your intuition can set you on the right path and help you make the right decisions. Why being relentless, believing you’ve got a chance, and working hard can prove your detractors wrong. How f...
The Habits To Success With Laura DiBenedetto
April 16, 2021 07:30 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How Laura fought an abusive relationship to establish a successful enterprise that could positively influence other people. Why it is important to get to know yourself so that you can pursue your passions with fire in your soul. What is the power of forgiveness and letting go, which allows you to move forward with your life in spite of dealing with the pain? How looking back with gratitude for everything that happened to you, including ...
The Mighty Keys to Help You Make That Sale with Jared Yellin
April 14, 2021 07:30 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How Jared used his painful childhood as the motivation to change his life and create a better future. Why entrepreneurship gives people total freedom in many aspects of life from spiritual to financial freedom. How Jared established a successful business that paved the way for forging meaningful relationships and networks. What are the elements that make people good at sales, allowing them to stay tenacious and persistent in spite of all...
Constantly Pushing the Reset Button with JT Foxx
April 09, 2021 07:30 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBShow Notes: In this show, we talk about: How JT Foxx rose above poverty and a speech impediment to become the multi-millionaire that he is today. How you need to press the reset button every time you achieve something so you can churn out something better than before. Why you cannot be too comfortable and complacent even if you’ve already achieved something. What you must keep on doing to push hard, so you don’t lose momentum. Why you need self-love to do amazing stuff so you can ...
Revealing the Secrets of Anti-Aging with Dr. Kien Vuu
April 07, 2021 07:30 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How Dr. Kien Vuu’s parents and background influenced his decision to get into the medical practice. How experiencing racism as a kid who grew up sticking out in a mostly Caucasian environment shaped the way he dealt with adversity and forced him to persevere. How you should start everything with gratitude, appreciation, and being intentional with what you do, which are all elements that help with anti-aging. Why you must be conscious of y...
Fight for Your Name With Lucinda Cross
April 02, 2021 07:30 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MBShow Notes: In today’s show, we talk about: How Lucinda cross beat the statistics as a girl from the projects who ended up in federal prison. Why the richest place is in prison because people can do great things, but they’re stuck. How to fight the odds so that people will take you seriously after being incarcerated for a long time. Why she looked actively for a mentor as one of her ways to fight to rebuild her name. How you need to shift your mindset because how will people think ...
The Real Estate Chef with Tony Immediato
March 31, 2021 07:30 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How gratitude in the morning can make a whole world of difference in your life, even if things don’t go your way. Why it is important to get out of your comfort zone if you truly want to aim for excellence and greatness. How school never teaches people about entrepreneurship so those who see school as “not their thing” must never believe that their life is destined for failure. Why having goals when you are very young can help you stay ...
Driven By Passion with Brian Dalmaso
March 26, 2021 07:30 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBShow Notes: In today’s show, we talk about: How problems in the relationship can take away your focus on what you are trying to do. Why you need to communicate the goal properly to your partner so that you can understand and help support each other. What happens when things in your life drastically changes overnight, like losing a career in a solid company because it closed abruptly. How great relationships can make for an amazing life that makes you feel fulfilled and happy. How ...
The Value of Making an Impact with Trevor Houston
March 24, 2021 07:30 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBShow Notes: In today’s show, we talk about: How Trevor Houston’s upbringing shaped the way he communicated with people and viewed the world. Why he no longer aspires to win and achieve trophies but prefers to make an impact and change the lives of people that he meets along the way. How proper communication can solve problems because you can express your real thoughts and feelings in the best way possible. Why believing in a higher calling and believing without seeing allows you to ...
Feel the Fire Burning With Shā Sparks
March 17, 2021 07:30 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBShow Notes: In today’s show, we talk about: What Shā Sparks did to overcome a dysfunctional family life, an abusive romantic relationship, and alcoholism to become an empowered, successful woman. Why you must assess what you know and what you need to know when dealing with something so you can move forward. How to get out of the mediocre mindset so you can get out of your comfort zone and really see your plans come to fruition. Why you need to take care of yourself first and fix your ...
Building Better Leaders with Ben Baker
March 10, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBShow Notes: In today’s episode, we talk about: How to use solid communication to effectively build better leaders and teams that provide value to a company. How to allow purpose, vision, and culture to perpetuate through a company that fosters stronger cooperation and collaboration. What makes you valuable and why which helps differentiate you in the marketplace. Why more people feel awkward and cannot find the strength to share their own stories to everyone else, which can lead to th...
A Super Power Called "Ignorance" With Steve Sims
March 02, 2021 19:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn today's episode, we talk about: How this humble doorman built a multi-million dollar company by being perversely unyielding. Why success comes not from overthinking but overdoing, so don’t bow your head down in front of influencers but keep going. How the lack of something can eventually become a strength if you persevere and work hard. Why understanding the why matters as it can help you create a story that compels action. How successful people do not fear failure and embrace m...
The Art of Tenacity with John Malott
February 24, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBShow Notes: In today’s show, we talk about: How John Malott turned his life from a juvenile delinquent and total crackhead to live a purpose-driven and fulfilling life. Why you need to stop the blame game and take accountability for your actions because things that happen to you are based on your choices. How one person’s positive influence can transform your life if you listen to the wise words and use the influence to your advantage. What you can do when you’re raised in a negative...
Building a Portfolio of Gratitude With Jenn Taylor
February 17, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn today’s episode, we talk about: How Jenn Taylor learned new modalities that allowed her to enjoy the here and now without being sexually dysfunctional because of all her bad experiences. What Jenn did to face intimacy now with a healthy outlook after her traumatic abuse as a child and teen. The journey of how Jenn started her podcast and wrote her book so she can share her struggles with people and inspire others to live a better life despite a rough start. Why you need the right fo...
Discovery and Going Onto the Next Thing With Grant Cardone
February 10, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn today’s episode, we talk about: How the greatest good you can do for others is not to share your riches but to reveal them to their own. Grant Cardone narrates why he is alone most of the time because he needs to make big decisions himself, though he has a lot of people supporting him in the background. He shared his struggles of finding his self-identity from when he was still in school to his life as a professional. When the tide goes out, you will find out what everyone is wearing...
Using Love, Pain, and Experience to Succeed with Magdalèna A. Kalley
February 03, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode, we talk about: How Maggie uses her pain to eventually live a fulfilled and happy life. How you can only help someone who wants help and believes that it is possible. Why you need to look at the roots when you have any kind of problem to find the best solution. How you need to help, heal, and love yourself first before you can help other people. Why you need to be committed to seeing the results in order to progress and move forward. How mentors can provide guidanc...
Starting Back Up From Ground Zero With Spectacular Smith
January 29, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBShow Notes: In this show, we discuss the following: Mark’s learning process and journey to become the best husband and parent, along with how this has impacted his life. How it is crucial to seek help and advice from people who are more successful than you. The steps needed to move from just good enough to GREAT in every aspect of life. Why you need to pay for access because the impact of free advice is different from paying for coaching. The habits of successful people and what se...
The Importance of Having Core Values with Jen Du Plessis
January 26, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn today’s episode, we talk about: How you need help from people to do great things so don’t feel as if asking for a helping-hand de-values you. When you ask for help it is not a sign of weakness but it is a sign that you want to grow and build a better life. Why collaboration and communication matters so you can climb to new heights since you have others to help assess your strengths and weaknesses. Why it matters to work from the view point of abundance and never scarcity because th...
Setbacks Are The Perfect Fuel To Move Forward With Dr. Brook Sheehan
January 22, 2021 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBShow Notes: In today’s show, we talk about: How Brook triumphed over cerebral palsy and used her limitations to forge a successful career in health care. Why it is crucial to lean into strong people who can offer inspiration during dark moments in life. The importance of seeking help and quashing the stigma of therapy as it can do wonders for those with broken bodies and spirits. The value of looking back because tough situations and setbacks serve as the inspiration to find amazing ...
Aim For Movement Not Perfection With Lisa Patrick
January 20, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBShow Notes: In this show, we talk about: How tough times serve as training sessions to be your fuel for success. Why it is important to move forward and not be stuck on the illusion of perfection. The drive to find ways and do whatever it takes to get things done. Why it is important to let loose and be your true authentic self. The concept of how preparedness is a proactive approach that allows you to engage more and deliver more value. How words matter because they inspire, mot...
The Traveling Optimist with Steve Ody
January 15, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBShow Notes: In this show, we talk about: How Steve Ody used optimism as his life force to overcome obstacles, especially bullying. The influence of his grandmother, a tuberculosis survivor, and how she transferred the joy of life into his psyche. Learning the importance of looking up definitions as these help with growth and learning. Find out tools to turn setbacks into motivation for the future. Steve’s decades of experience in the travel industry and what he learned from all the ...
Get Knocked Down But Get Back Up Again With Ashley Falkowski
January 13, 2021 06:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBShow Notes: In this show, we talk about: Ashley’s humble beginnings and her growth in real estate. How to deal with different personalities, which matters when dealing with various agents, clients, and industry-related colleagues. What leaders can do to inspire and motivate others by shifting their mindset to harness their greatest potential. Why communication and conversations play a vital role in solving problems and moving forward. How belief and vision can have a huge impact on...
How To Turn Tragedy Into Triumph with Amberly Lago
January 08, 2021 06:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talk about: Amberly's harrowing journey to self-recovery after getting hit twice by a car on different occasions. How she overcomes alcoholism to heal her body, mind, and spirit. Her inspiring journey to overcome emotional pain from sexual abuse from her stepdad and physical abuse from her first marriage. The effect of gratitude on her life and how it helped her to forge on even if her hope was barely there. How problems toughen a person, paving the wa...
Actions Become Your Legacy with Ryan Foland
January 06, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBWhat do you do when your business partner goes on a different direction? It can be hard to move on from the failed business collaboration because your emotions are involved. C-roc discusses the turmoil of falling out with people you once trusted. Ryan Foland, keynote speaker, author, faculty member, and entrepreneur, tunes in with his own experiences. The key to letting go and truly moving forward is taking 100% responsibility. Stop the blame game and take control. Because the moment you ...
Conquering Fears with Emanuel Svechinsky
January 01, 2021 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How Emanuel is made of fear How there are two types of fearless people How using fear as an ally is essential. How he grew up with ear infections and struggled with his hearing How he wanted to become an entertainer His experience with dance when he was young How his dance teacher told him that he couldn't compete in dance How he proved people wrong and went on to win dance competitions Connect with Emanuel Svechinsky through the channels below ...
Unleashing Your Inner Spark with Laura M. Wilde
December 30, 2020 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How Laura is made of intuition, love, and resilience How she considers herself as an insecure person Her journey towards gaining ownership of the circumstances in her life How her insecurity stemmed from being bi-racial and having an identity issue What happened when her meditation teacher called her "arrogant." How she adopted the mindset, "you can't keep it if you don't give it away." How she believes that every one of us has an inner ...
Learning from Setbacks with Dan Caldwell
December 25, 2020 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How Dan believes that we all have insecurities What sets successful people apart in terms of managing insecurities How he grew up in a lower-middle-class family with amazing parents How his insecurities began when he was young, which led to martial arts and boxing His experiences as a police office and magician His early stints as an entrepreneur How they began their t-shirt company, Tapout Connect with Dan Caldwell through the channels...
Leading a Solutions-Driven Business Path with John Roa
December 23, 2020 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How he learned the hard way through setbacks The one person we can trust is ourselves. How his past experiences led him to love and pursue being a technologist How he hired his strengths through entrepreneurial intuition Life-changing realization—if the source of your success and failures is the same thing which is this particular business, cease until you got it all sorted out. How he stood up from his failures by changing his ways Th...
The Power of Health & Knowledge with Ginger King
December 17, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How Ginger originally wanted to be a make-up artist Pursuing a double Masters degree in Chemistry and Marketing How she was raised by a single mother and moved to the US at 16 years old How she created her own company after working a corporate job for several years How she does cosmetic product development from concept to launch What her life was like in Taiwan The importance of health How she makes sure to include only the best ingred...
The Value of Self Development & Contribution to Others with Stuart Massengill
December 15, 2020 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How Stuart is made of passion and love How he is on a mission to give and serve How he grew up with an awesome family dynamic How he was a shy kid but started to open up in college How he met his first mentor when he was 19 years old How he was in the network marketing business for more than three years How he focuses on growing himself and contributing value to others His cancer story and how he overcame it Connect with Stuart Massengill through...
The Value of Self Growth & Contribution to Others with Stuart Massengill
December 15, 2020 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How Stuart is made of passion and love How he is on a mission to give and serve How he grew up with an awesome family dynamic How he was a shy kid but started to open up in college How he met his first mentor when he was 19 years old How he was in the network marketing business for more than three years How he focuses on growing himself and contributing value to others His cancer story and how he overcame it Connect with Stuart Masseng...
Unleashing Businesses' Growth and Success with Geoff Woods
December 10, 2020 16:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this episode, we talked about: People spending time instead of investing it. The value of seeking the right mentors His career breakthroughs and how he figured out ways to monetize content (pre-selling mentorships, etc.) The importance of finding the value proposition first. Synergies within businesses to unleash growth and success The difference between millionaire vs. billionaire The Compound Effect — the idea of dominos knocking its neighboring dominos (the idea of it being...
Transforming Businesses to the Next Level with Peter Taunton
December 08, 2020 16:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: His failures at a young age How he was able to take his business chains to the next level Avoidance of the fear of failure His self-made journey in the fitness industry and the franchising arena Consistency, gratitude, and culture as rock-solid foundations of running his businesses Effective leadership and human resource management The importance of sharing wins together with your team. The role of strategic foresight in leveling up bu...
The Value of Global Connections with Justin Breen
December 03, 2020 19:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBShow Notes: In this episode, we talked about: How Justin was a journalist for 20 years How his salary was cut in half in 2017 due to staff cutbacks How he struggled to find another full-time job and ended up starting his own company How he reached out to 5,000 people to get his first five clients How he believes that abundance mentality is the only mentality we need How he advocates the importance of working with people who see things as investments and not costs How he grew up read...