Nelson Dellis is an author, speaker, and star in the Netflix Documentary, Memory Games. In this episode, you'll hear about his backstory to becoming a five time Memory Champion and, even if you lose your keys on a regular basis, the motivational takeaways are easy to find.You can check out his titles on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3FtIDjENelson De…

Brent Gleeson returns to Off The Floor to chat about his new book, action-oriented principles, and updates on life, and business, moving forward from the pandemic. Order the book: https://bit.ly/Brent-Gleeson-book2Check out the website: https://takingpointleadership.com/embrace-the-suck-navy-seal-book/…

There's a confession of an old crime and a new current understanding of how it all happened. Nothing major crime-wise, but definitely some eye-opening ideas for how we are all primed to make decisions, how easily we can lose track of our process, and focus intently on recent events. Which can be, as you will hear, a crime against progress.…

Rob Rawson is a serial entrepreneur by definition. The founder of timedoctor.com he's on a quest that will inspire anyone to push past the limits of your comfort zone or your perception of available time.By Chris Lynam

Dave Chesson was never the best writer... just ask his English teacher. But Dave decided to challenge the safety of his comfort zone to try to create a better life for him and his family. You don't have to strive to become a self-published success story to learn a lot from Dave's story, you just have to love the idea of making a little bet on yours…

Brent Gleeson is an Ex-Navy SEAL, keynote speaker, and author of the best selling book, "Taking Point: A Navy SEAL's 10 Fail Safe Principles for Leading Through Change"While the Navy SEAL part of this interview may grab your attention, Brent Gleeson is also a highly successful entrepreneur and his unique combination of skills make this an episode o…

Omar Sayyed is the co-founder of Ties.com and is the textbook definition of "serial entrepreneur". On today's episode of Off The Floor, we talk about his origins story, the bold steps that he's taken to reach this point in his career, and advice that every future entrepreneur needs to hear. *This episode pulls no punches and that's exactly what you…

Honoree Corder had a chance encounter with a famous author and a 7 minute conversation changed everything for her. Today, she shares her story of entering into the world of writing based on her years as a business consultant. You don't need to have sold over a million books to appreciate the parallels to any business, hobby, or quest for personal d…

If self-sabotage was not an issue, how much do you think you could accomplish? In this solo episode of Off The Floor, we look at how to lower the volume of your inner-critic. Using principles from dance instruction, you'll learn the tips and strategies high level dancers and teachers use to keep the inner-critic from being the star of the show.…

Why is "middle management" a euphemism for overworked, overbearing, and totally uncool? As easy as it is to see management as a doormat in favor of great leadership, what if it's the leadership that's creating the problem? Jonathan Raymond is the CEO and President of Refound, a company creating resources for training and developing managers, and th…

Regret seems to be the villain of every motivational post, keynote, and mindset coaching session. We've all heard that "the pain of hard work hurts less than the pain of regret" but what if we've got it all wrong? What if we've miscast regret as the villain in our hero's journey? That's the subject we explore in this solo episode of Off The Floor w…

What if you had a chance to have Steve Jobs as your mentor? My guest today is Kelli Richards and in addition to being the President and CEO of The All Access Group, a company helping to make connections between the worlds of Music, Entertainment, and technology, Kelli was responsible for the music initiatives at Apple - yes, the same Apple that is …

In the words of modern American philosopher, Alan Iverson, we're talking about practice. As much as our brains our like sponges, sometimes we get oversaturated. Here is a solo episode where we'll look at why it's safe to choose information over application and what we can do make the adjustment.By Chris Lynam

Trial and Error. You can't do anything great without it. As an author, Craig Martelle had to be willing to "kill his darlings", scrap what wasn't working, and that was all fine by him. He's living his dream. Every great story has a hero that is a daydreamer - wondering what else is out there for them. Craig Martelle certainly fits the bill. He’s ta…

The only way to build balance is to challenge it. So in this episode, I'll share the most challenging and destructive thing that ever happened to our business. It was the thing that nearly broke us and yet, it became the catalyst to show us the areas we needed to address. We'll also look at how these learning lessons could have helped a famous busi…

If the organization of your home is a metaphor for your life, then what is it saying? This is both the challenge and opportunity that I have in interviewing organizational guru, author, and podcaster, Lisa Woodruff. As with anything, it all starts with our mentality. What are the thoughts, feelings, and fears that are standing in the way from haivn…

How important is human contact? As humans, we are social animals that crave contact, yet why is it that any trip through a coffee shop or company headquarters seems to contradict that.Today's guest is Samantha Hess. She is an expert in cuddling. In fact, she's literally a professional at it. Her business is designed to deliver physical contact, hel…

This story was so important to my career that this episode was created in two different segments, in two different states, on two different microphones, but with one critical message: You can't borrow someone else's value. Price may be what you pay, but value is what you feel and receive. In my case, I had a history when it came to the price of dan…

When you hear the term Sales, does it conjure a good feeling or a bad feeling? Some people hear it and cringe, thinking of some high-pressure car salesman, or that cold caller that interrupts your dinner hawking magazine subscriptions or timeshare properties. But the truth is, selling is an indispensable skill in business and persuasive communicati…

While we've all run away from our problems at some point, but this episode is about running towards a new identity. Tofe Evans is an ultra-marathon runner, keynote speaker, and has just released the book, "Everyone Has a Plan Until Sh!t Hits the Fan". He's an advocate for grit and endurance in the workplace and helps organizations discover those al…

"When I think back on my first year as a professional... I wonder how I survived." If you've ever suffered from acute procrastination, this is your episode.By Chris Lynam

Nic Walton can fly... and that's not even the best part of his story. Nic was born with a disfigurement in his legs and a surgery to repair them left him paralyzed. He was told he'd never walk again. He told the doctor he would backflip the next time they saw each other. One person got the diagnosis right. Today Nic Walton is one of the most exciti…

"You'll never be any good as a dance teacher" certainly isn't the best pep talk in the world... but sometimes the weirdest things can serve as fuel on your journey. In the first in a series of personal tales, Chris Lynam, host of Off The Floor and business owner, shares how he hit rock bottom only to find an activity that became his career. With a …

Gary Vaynerchuk has called Claude Silver "the most important person in my organization" and by the end of this interview, you'll understand why. She's the Chief Heart Officer of VaynerMedia, one of the top marketing agencies in the world, and she shares her views on everything from company culture, to hiring questions, and how she landed this job o…

Jason Hyland had everything going for him in baseball until addiction derailed him. In less than one year since going into a treatment center, he's written a best selling book and is currently working as a speaker to share his story and powerful message. This episode is a testament to the power of admitting you need help and what can come from it o…

What is the "Off The Floor" podcast all about? Where did it originate? Who is Chris Lynam? Listen as Chris tells a bit about his backstory, how he arrived at the name "Off The Floor" and what you can expect in the shows to come. You can catch regular episodes of Off The Floor on iTunes, Soundcloud, and Stitcher and exclusive content on Instagram: @…

You may have never thought to compare your career, creative pursuits, or the learning process to video games, but you probably should. In episode 13 of Off The Floor, we meet Yu-Kai Chou, the world authority on Gamification, a keynote speaker, founder, and author. Not only does he know a lot about video games, but he has mapped the behaviors that m…

Carolina Millan is a status quo rebel. After leaving her day job to pursue a career in digital marketing, this social media influencer from South America has developed an authentic personal brand, but she shares the human moments that got her to where she is now. You don't need to be a marketing expert, or have thousands of followers, to appreciate…

Sonya Looney is a doer. If she wasn't, maybe she wouldn't be the first woman to finish an extreme mountain bike race across the Himalayan mountains. But while she seems to be wired this way, it hasn't always been easy. In her interview on Off The Floor Sonya shares how a professional setback had a dramatic impact on her and what she did to level up…

John G. Miller is the author of a book that has changed my life. The QBQ, or question behind the question, is a personal accountability masterpiece, and he was kind enough to join me on Off The Floor Episode 10. Check arthurmurraylive.com/blog for a full transcript and show notes (coming soon). And be sure to check out www.qbq.com to pick up a copy…

April Monet had dreams of becoming a professional basketball player. What happened next, in the short term, was a tragedy, but what she found in the long term was a triumph. April is the founder of A.M. Elite PR, a public relations agency that works to show the best side of athletes and celebrities, and today on "Off the Floor", we get a chance to …

Ben Peters isn't just a law student, consultant, or typical guy for that matter. He found a platform in Quora that has helped him grow his business, cope with personal setbacks, and form friendships along the way. In his interview, you'll learn what his advice is for anyone that's stepping outside their comfort zone, whether that's in a hobby, a ca…

Caitlyn Woods turned an interest into a passion, and turned that passion into a business. Woods is the founder of Spinjoy, a Sydney Australia based Hula Hoop company that features everything from hoops to hoopers, corporate team building functions, and lessons for people who want to conquer a lifelong dream. On episode 007 of Off the Floor, she sha…

If you perform in your job, in your hobby, or are just preparing for a first date - you need to listen to this interview with Harvard Business Review author and editor, Dan McGinn. His new book is title "Psyched Up" and he compiled some of the best performers, the best studies, and created the manual for how to help operate at your best when the pr…

Mike Lee can teach you to play basketball, but he'd prefer to teach you the mindfulness practices to make you a better human. Mike has combined an affinity towards basketball, social media, and the tenacity to overcome personal obstacles to become an author, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker.By Chris Lynam

If you assume that every rapper has to wear gold chains, drink in public, and disparage women then allow Stevie Dub to show you a different side. He has a story that will inspire you, but what he's done with his opportunity will motivate you to maximize all the positives in your life. Don't miss this episode of Off the Floor, and don't forget to fo…

To the Club Music world, Marcus Homm is a famous DJ from Germany. To the dancing world, Markus Homm is a Latin Dancer with an incredible history, but to the Arthur Murray world... he's just Rudy's brother. We caught up with Marcus Homm, amid his insane "James-Bond-like" travel schedule, to talk about his perspective on how his dancing influenced hi…

Chef Lizette has cooked for 5 presidents, Nelson Mandela, and Lady Gaga, so there's not much that can rattle her. We caught up with Lizette after frequent @GaryVee related run ins on Twitter and recorded this interview while this chef of 25 years was on her way to work. She shares the advice her mentor, Julia Child, gave her, what she's learned by …

Alice Shoots People was the phrase that changed everything. At that point, Alice Cannon made a bold move, prompted by a series of inspiring events, that turned her into one of the most sought after wedding photographers on Instagram, and her personal handle into: "Aliceshootspeople"We caught up with her on the Off the Floor podcast to discuss her j…