Best Cj McClanahan Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. Mike Rucker: The Fun Habit 35:46

11M ago35:46

35:46

Mike Rucker, PhD Dr. Mike Rucker is an organizational psychologist, behavioral scientist, and charter member of the International Positive Psychology Association. He has been academically published in the International Journal of Workplace Health Management. His ideas about fun and health have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washingto…

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Dr. 'Deji Ayoade: My American Dream 37:22

1y ago37:22

37:22

Dr. 'Deji Ayoade shares his story from extreme poverty in Nigeria to becoming the first African immigrant to become a nuclear missile operator in the United States Air Force and serve in three U.S. military branches. He’ll walk you through his mindset in the face of extreme obstacles and how he found gratitude along the way.…

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Wake Up Grateful with Kristi Nelson 40:14

1+ y ago40:14

40:14

How do you build a foundation for a happy and joy filled life, regardless of your circumstances? Kristi Nelson, author of Wake Up Grateful will help you understand why living gratefully is so difficult in our world, and how gratitude as a habit - not an occasional trick - will change your life. As always, we’ll leave you with simple, proven tools t…

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The Molecule of More with Dr. Daniel Lieberman 39:53

2y ago39:53

39:53

Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman, co-author of the international bestseller of The Molecule of More joins CJ to understand exactly why we believe a Yeti cooler keeps our drink that much colder. Join them to learn the impact of dopamine on your decisions and the tangible ways you can take control from unconscious to conscious. What We Discuss in this Episode…

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The Paper Tiger with Rebecca Ward 43:37

2y ago43:37

43:37

Rebecca Ward is a licensed therapist, executive coach, speaker, and author. Today, CJ and Rebecca will unpack the connection between fear and stress, the impact our thoughts have on our physical well-being, and ways we can start to feel better today.By CJ McClanahan; Rebecca Ward

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Body Talk with Richard Newman 37:06

2y ago37:06

37:06

In the hybrid world, there are more ways to communicate than ever before, but finding true connection and engagement still eludes many of us. Without the ability to effectively engage an audience and inspire action, new ideas struggle to be implemented, adding frustration and failure to the workplace. Richard shares how to develop your skill to spe…

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The Magic of Surrender with Kute Blackson 37:43

2y ago37:43

37:43

Kute Blackson has been called the mindfulness guru that billionaires go to for advice. He’s been featured on Larry King Now, Dr. Drew, NPR, Fox and Friends, Mind Body Green, and many more. Listen in as Kute uncovers the possibility that surrender, instead of being passive, is the most courageous act you can do to achieve more joy in your life What …

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Uncompromised 35:43

2+ y ago35:43

35:43

Steve White’s path from the housing projects to president of Comcast was punctuated by defining, and often heart-wrenching, moments. Moments that lead him to associating uncompromising with never giving up, always looking to learn and improve, investing in yourself, and maintaining a positive attitude through it all.…

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Choosing Service with Peter Block 47:38

2+ y ago47:38

47:38

Peter Block is an author, consultant and citizen of Cincinnati, Ohio. His work is about chosen accountability, and the reconciliation of community. Peter challenges us to get back to the basics of community that will transform how you see your life and purpose.By CJ McClanahan, Peter Block

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Chasing the Dream with Jan Broders 29:22

2+ y ago29:22

29:22

Jan Broders went from fast-tracked success in the hospitality industry, to extreme burnout at the age of 27, requiring months of clinical rehabilitation. He then took a journey in exploration of the central question, "How can I live a successful, ambitious and prosperous life without compromising my health and happiness?" Let’s dive in.…

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Unfear 25:45

2+ y ago25:45

25:45

Fear and uncertainty have been undermining performance and well-being in the workplace for as long as we have had workplaces. Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas show you how to reframe your ― and your employees’ ― relationship with fear and anxiety to create a learning culture of engaged workers at the top of their game.…

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Employee Motivation Made Easy with Bob Nelson 44:48

3y ago44:48

44:48

What We Discuss in this Episode: Fun in the workplace - how can it be cultivated to retain valuable employees? Fun vs Work: Why the meaning of these two terms are commonly blurred How is ‘fun’ defined from the employee perspective, how is it defined from the employer perspective, and how can workplaces achieve a harmonic balance? Mentioned in the P…

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Do What Matters Most with Rob Shallenberger 33:07

3y ago33:07

33:07

What We Discuss in this Episode: The BIG THREE life changing habits that ensure business success. Leading a life by design vs. Living a life by default: What’s the difference and how does it affect business success? Why are personal visions crucial to entrepreneurship and how to develop a personal vision you can stick to? What does having both the …

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Building Emotional Resilience 33:05

3y ago33:05

33:05

What We Discuss in this Episode: Why is emotional intelligence important for professional development and team building? How emotions play a pivotal role in our everyday decisions, daily communications, relationship building, and the essence of basic human drive for success. Can we develop emotional intelligence or is it an intrinsic trait that onl…

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Defeat Self-Defeat with Dr. Mark Goulston 44:46

3y ago44:46

44:46

What We Discuss in this Episode: One of our society’s biggest challenges is our lack of emotional intimacy. We learn to replace emotional intimacy with achievement, and we stay there until we realize it’s empty. We live with four emotions: excitement, boredom, fear, and anger. Getting yourself off the achievement treadmill can seem impossible. Try …

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Happiness is Easier Than You Think, with Hale Dwoskin 35:55

3y ago35:55

35:55

What We Discuss in this Episode: The only limits we have are the limits we have set in our minds. The Sedona Method helps you unlock the unlimited nature of your life and let go of the obstacles and baggage that hold us back. Letting go and living simply is natural. Children do it all the time. Holding on is hard. Adults do it all the time. That’s …

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Your Legacy is Now with Alan Weiss, PhD 29:46

3+ y ago29:46

29:46

Contrary to conventional wisdom, a legacy isn’t what’s written in your obituary. It’s what you create every day. And with a dark pandemic driving 51% of us to think more about our mortality, it’s high time we started today. Join CJ McClanahan on Success 2.0 as Alan Weiss, PhD, identifies how to create your legacy – today. What We Discuss in this Ep…

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Live Your Purpose 43:37

3+ y ago43:37

43:37

We all struggle with the big question - are you living out your life’s purpose? Dr. Kenneth Haman is Managing Director of the Alliance Bernstein Advisor Institute and has been a practicing psychotherapist for over two decades. Join us as Dr. Haman unpacks your purpose and provide you with simple tactics to live your purpose every day. What We Discu…

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Understanding Anxiety with Dr. Jud Brewer 44:24

3+ y ago44:24

44:24

Get 20% off Dr. Jud Brewer's Unwinding Anxiety app Sign up for Unwinding Anxiety online. Fill out your Account Information (Step 1), and enter coupon code SUCCESS2021 under Step 2. Once your account is set up, download the mobile app from Google Play or the App Store. What We Discuss in this Episode: Anxiety can be perpetuated as a habit. To break …

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Building a Life by Choice with Chris Yonker 33:12

4y ago33:12

33:12

What We Discuss in this Episode: Achieving is an elusive goal. Overachievers thrive on lists, and getting things done. The problem is, we are achieving for an external outcome to validate ourselves, not to fulfill ourselves internally. How much we love ourselves, how secure we are, and how much self-esteem we have is directly correlated to how much…

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Managing Stress: Turn Work Off 12:05

4y ago12:05

12:05

What We Discuss in this Episode: We are more connected than ever. Even outside of the pandemic, this leads to more stress and anxiety than ever before. We give ourselves the worst pain because the worry and anxiety about the future is worse than the pain of the moment. It starts with acknowledging the problem. We have to admit that we are obsessed …

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Managing Stress: Plan Your Week in Advance 12:44

4y ago12:44

12:44

What We Discuss in this Episode: Today’s promise: Tonight, I will get caught up. Guess what happens? You don’t. So, then, it becomes Tomorrow’s Promise: Tomorrow, I will get caught up. You can overcome this anxiety and stress. However, these tactics, while simple, take discipline. Embrace the fact that you will never be caught up. This paradigm shi…

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Managing Stress: Comparing Yourself to Others 12:45

4y ago12:45

12:45

What We Discuss in this Episode: Take The Achiever’s Compass for a personalized report of how you can start finding joy in the journey. As achievers, we are wired to ‘win.’ There is an upside – more money, more vacations, more opportunities. However, if we don’t stop comparing our success to others, we will never be able to find joy. Comparison for…

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Managing Stress: Live in the Moment 16:34

4y ago16:34

16:34

What We Discuss in this Mini Episode: In 1992, CJ discovered that he had chronic anxiety after he couldn’t bring himself to get out of bed, or leave his house. That started a lifetime of helping professionals manage stress and anxiety. During this pandemic, stress and anxiety is on the rise. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In Buddhism, stressed…

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Burnout to Breakthrough 42:45

4y ago42:45

42:45

Since founding her consulting firm in 1980, Eileen McDargh has helped organizations and individuals transform the life of their business and the business of their life through conversations that matter and connections that count. She believes that resiliency is a critical life skill and one that requires the energy of connections. What We Discuss i…

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Reimagine Success: The Achiever's Compass, Part 2 32:22

4y ago32:22

32:22

What We Discuss in this Episode: In 1970, the person who works the hardest wins. But it’s 2020. Effort and “being busy” no longer equals achievement. Production toward what matters most equals achievement. You must prioritize and plan your week in advance. Can you put your phone away, or does it control your life? Addiction to anything negatively i…

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Reimagine Success: The Achiever's Compass, Part 1 29:49

4y ago29:49

29:49

What We Discuss in this Episode: Resist the urge to judge yourself – no one is perfect. Perfection is your enemy. Make it your goal to make small improvements every day. Money is the easiest way to measure success. Because of that, watch your environment – if you’re with people who live lavishly to ‘keep score,’ you will be guilted into spending la…

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Innovating in an Unpredictable Economy 30:22

4y ago30:22

30:22

What We Discuss in this Episode: We want to go back to the 2019 economy and keep our business exactly what it was. We crave consistency. But the world has changed. How do we approach the future and capitalize on the upside of updating your business model? Your clients and customers want you to bring the most uncertainty as possible. But, that’s jus…

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Discovering Your Life's Purpose 35:15

4y ago35:15

35:15

What We Discuss in this Episode: In any crisis, we ask, “What am I doing with my life?” and start the process to find meaning and purpose in our lives. The fear that if we stop achieving – for even a moment – that it will hinder our growth. Decreasing stress and anxiety is tied to the chase for perfection. If you don’t stop chasing perfection, you …

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Moving from Defense to Offense 35:06

4y ago35:06

35:06

What We Discuss in this Episode: Who were we before we experienced COVID-19 We want our society and our businesses to get back to winning. How do you win in the second half of COVID-19? How to shift your professional mindset from offense to defense, safely Tactics for shifting your mindset to grow your business and your career The power of your wor…

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The End of Certainty 34:16

4+ y ago34:16

34:16

Get real and get vulnerable with CJ McClanahan as we talk about living in the post-COVID-19 era.By CJ McClanahan

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Pandemic: Thriving During Uncertainty 31:59

4+ y ago31:59

31:59

In this episode of Success 2.0, CJ McClanahan (@cjmccoach) explores the simple tactics you can practice to thrive and decrease stress, even during times of uncertainty. Mentioned in this episode: In a time of stress, the brain screams to ‘go faster.’ Most of us are working from home right now and are pressed to move faster and do more. That constan…

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Mastering 'No' 28:28

4+ y ago28:28

28:28

In this episode of Success 2.0, CJ (@cjmccoach) explores the concept of “saying no” and how embracing it is a must if you want to grow your business, transform your career, or get greater satisfaction out of life. Mentioned in this episode: How Apple struggled to find its footing after letting go of Steve Jobs, and how bringing him back on as CEO s…

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David Wood | Authentic Leadership in Life and Work 41:34

5y ago41:34

41:34

A former consulting actuary to Fortune 100 companies – such as Sony Music, Proctor & Gamble, and Exxon – David Wood (@SolutionBox) left his cushy Park Avenue job 20+ years ago to explore both the outer world, and his own inner world. What We Discuss with David Wood: How childhood trauma impacts individuals differently. Why David left the actuaria…

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Art Barter | Servant Leadership 34:35

5y ago34:35

34:35

Art Barter (@Art_Barter) is the CEO of Datron World Communications, Inc., Founder of the Servant Leadership Institute, and author of the books Farmer Able, The Servant Leadership Journal, and The Art of Servant Leadership II What We Discuss with Art Barter: How Art grew Datron from $10MM to over $200MM in six years. Servant leadership as a business…

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Paul Churchill | The Recovery Elevator 43:25

5+ y ago43:25

43:25

Paul Churchill (@PaulChurchill) is the Founder/Host of Recovery Elevator, an alcohol recovery and sobriety podcast and online community. Since launching the podcast in 2015, Recovery Elevator has amassed over 3-million downloads and is in the 95-percentile of all podcasts on iTunes. What We Discuss with Paul Churchill: How Paul’s entrepreneurial …

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Lee Caraher | The Millennial Whisperer 46:36

5+ y ago46:36

46:36

Lee Caraher (@LeeCaraher) has been in PR and Communications her entire career. She is the founder, President and CEO of San Francisco-based integrated communications company Double Forte and is the author of The Boomerang Principle and Millennials & Management. What We Discuss with Lee Caraher: Lee’s rise from graduate to senior executive at North…

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Bob Dusin | Creating the High Performance Workplace 37:20

5+ y ago37:20

37:20

Bob Dusin (BobDusin) is Partner at HPWP Group, a Georgia-based leadership development and training company, and the co-author of the book Creating the High Performance Workplace: It's Not Complicated to Develop a Culture of Commitment. Bob spent much of his career in engineering, but it wasn’t until he got cherry-picked for a role in Human Resource…

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116: Michael O'Brien | My Last Bad Day 33:21

5+ y ago33:21

33:21

Michael O'Brien (@RoadieOB) is former pharmaceuticals executive turned leadership consultant and the author of SHIFT: Creating Better Tomorrows. After recovering from a horrific cycling accident involving a speeding SUV and coming within minutes of death, Michael shares with us the process he's gone through to give his life true meaning. "One big t…

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Dave Neff | Intergenerational Mentoring 37:52

6y ago37:52

37:52

Dave Neff (@DNeff84) is the Founder and CEO of EDGE Mentoring, a faith-based intergenerational mentoring organization focusing on bridging the professional engagement gap. EDGE spans 40+ states and multiple countries and gathers thousands of professionals annually for its EDGE|X leadership conference. “We’ve created a third space that’s outside th…

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114: Aaron Levy | Raising the Bar 34:17

6y ago34:17

34:17

Chicago-area native, Aaron Levy (@RaiseBarCo) is the Founder and CEO of Raise The Bar, a consulting firm that focuses on creating systems that help companies attract and retain millennial talent in the increasingly competitive workforce. “Before you ask ‘Does this person have the skills to be a manager?,’ you should ask ‘Does this person want to be…

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#113 - Ray Hilbert | Bottom Line Faith 39:15

6y ago39:15

39:15

Ray Hilbert (@RayHilbert) is the Co-Founder of Truth At Work, one of America’s leading and fastest growing marketplace ministries and the host of the faith-based business podcast Bottom Line Faith. “Part of being created in God's image is being a worker, being a creator - so part of the answer of how this works together is there is no separ…

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112: Mentor Minutes | Starting a Business with Your Significant Other 29:23

6y ago29:23

29:23

CJ McClanahan (@cjmccoach) and Logan Brown (@realloganbrown) field your questions and comments for Mentor Minutes! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming Mentor Minutes episodes, drop us a line at questions@cjmcclanahan.com. Now, let's dive in! On This Week's Mentor Minutes, We Disc…

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#111: Bryan Falchuk | Do A Day 39:49

6y ago39:49

39:49

Bryan Falchuk (@BryanFalchuk) has been an overachiever his whole life. When his life started to crumble, he took a step back, put on his consultant's hat and examined what was holding him back. No long after, Bryan drop a lot of weight, reorganized his daily routine, became a vegan, and developed a life-transformation system he calls "Do A Day." “I…

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110: Dr. Matthew T. Lee | The Effects of Benevolent Service 42:41

6y ago42:41

42:41

Before joining the faculty at Harvard University, Dr. Matthew T. Lee spent many years as a criminologist, studying and researching the dark side of the human mind and behavior. Today, Dr. Lee studies concepts of love and is the Director of Empirical Research for the Program on Integrative Knowledge and Human Flourishing at Harvard University. “Why …

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109: Cheri Huber | Intersection of Self-Talk & Ego 39:17

6y ago39:17

39:17

By CJ McClanahan, executive business coaching for professionals and entrepreneurs

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#108 - Isabel Hundt: The Power of Faith-Driven Success 41:09

6y ago41:09

41:09

Unlike her siblings, Isabel Hundt (@IsabelKHundt) has always seen things differently, both in the figurative sense, and literally. Isabel has a rare quality called synesthesia. What this means for Isabel is sounds, number and emotions appear to have colors. If you are sad, and are feeling ‘blue’, she can actually see a blue aura around you. Isabel …

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#107 - Never Get It All Done 22:33

6y ago22:33

22:33

No matter how much more you do today, you'll never get everything you need to do done. Let's face it, ever since we could take home with our laptops and fast wi-fi connections, we work more than ever. This hasn't lead to getting more things done; rather more things to do and an unhealthy expectation of getting it all done. On this episode, we'll lo…

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#106 - John Stehr: Journalism & Empathy 31:04

6+ y ago31:04

31:04

After more than 40 years in TV broadcasting, Indianapolis NBC nightly news legend John Stehr (@JohnWTHR) announced his retirement. Now pushing 60, John has had some time to reflect on the events in his career & personal life, and how they have shape his entire existence. “There I was sitting in the newsroom and the General Manager came in and said …

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#105 - Shelley Hunter & Amanda Koushyar 28:57

6+ y ago28:57

28:57

Shelley Hunter began working with College Mentors For Kids (@CollegeMentors) as a volunteer. Fast forward 20+ years later and Shelley is the CEO. She’s not the only one in the organization that started at the very bottom rung. COO Amanda Koushyar also started on with College Mentors as a volunteer. With their leadership, College Mentors For Kids ha…

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