Best Jerald Simon Podcasts (2025)

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51. Write Your Own Rhythm: Music, Motivation, and the Creative Process - Part 1 of my Conversation with Jerald Simon 57:58

2h ago57:58

57:58

In part one of this interview, Jerald and I chat about the ideas of mission and purpose and how it so profoundly impacts us as individuals and others too. We discuss the importance of challenging ourselves and aiming to be well-rounded by trying various activities like sports, dance, drawing, singing, and reading. We talk about the impact that musi…

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50. The Grateful Parent: Little Lessons and Big Thanks 24:52

8d ago24:52

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In this special holiday chat and landmark 50th episode of PerfectWhelm Podcast, I talk about the gratitude I have for getting to be a parent in this life. I share 6 parenting ideals/philosophies that Estalita and I have practiced in raising our three children. Some of these will likely come across as being nonconventional or counterintuitive, so th…

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49. Unrushed - Savor The Road On the Unhurried Path: Part 11 of My Let’s Go Around The Globe Travel Series 22:00

13d ago22:00

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In this episode, I discuss the idea of Slow Travel. Slow travel is resisting the urge to do or see everything in a single trip or short window of time. When we learn to travel at a slower pace … it allows for more meaningful experiences and serendipitous moments. Slow travel to me is eating in the local restaurants, shopping in the markets, walking…

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48. WanderWise - 5 Ideas For Traveling Smart and Spending Less: Part 10 of My Let’s Go Around The Globe Travel Series 35:55

22d ago35:55

35:55

I think you will gain more than just extra bling in your wallet from this travel episode full of money saving tips. I talk about the idea of adopting an “everything is negotiable” mindset while out on the road. I discuss a community hospitality exchange called Couchsurfing that will allow you to connect with other travelers and stay for free on cou…

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47. The Bag, The Trail, The Pilgrims, and an Encounter in Pamplona: Part 9 of My Let’s Go Around The Globe Travel Series 41:17

27d ago41:17

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In this, my third installment of Camino adventure episodes, I share my thoughts on why I met so few people Americans who were in my age group who were walking this trail. I discuss the three main components of the Camino, which include the bag, the trail, and the pilgrims. I finish things up today with a story about my unexpected encounter with a t…

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46. Budgets, Blisters, and Big Realizations; The Lowdown on My Camino Journey: Part 8 of My Let’s Go Around The Globe Travel Series 28:56

1M ago28:56

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In this episode, I give specifics on budget items for my Camino including things like meals and accommodations. I also share openly about the toll that this pilgrimage had on my body and some of the physical pain I had to push through. I also discuss how I spent my time on the trail every day and offer I some insight and reflections about many of t…

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45. A Brief History of The Camino and Why I Walked 500 Miles On This Ancient Trail: Part 7 of My Let’s Go Around The Globe Travel Series 27:26

1M ago27:26

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In this episode, I offer a brief history of the Camino, a 776.2 kilometer storied path that runs through a small part of France and stretches across most of Spain. The Camino is often referred to as “The Way of Saint James” There is some anecdotal testimony that James (an apostle of Jesus & the brother of the apostle John) spent a brief period of h…

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44. Insure & Explore; Mixing Travel Fun With Smart Protection: Part 6 of My Let’s Go Around The Globe Travel Series 46:33

2M ago46:33

46:33

In this episode, I share my perspective about the importance of obtaining travel insurance before venturing overseas. I have been impacted by my own personal illnesses and also family medical emergencies while overseas. I talk about a few specific incidents where I did have insurance coverage and situations where I did not, and the mayhem that it c…

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43. Is Excessive Travel a Disease and Why Jumping Off The Work Hamster Wheel Can Be Life Altering: Part 5 of My Let’s Go Around the Globe Travel Series 17:47

2M ago17:47

17:47

Come along for the ride as I share about my research that labeled excessive travel a psychiatric disorder from the mid 1800’s until the early 2000’s. This condition is called Dromomania, and I’m here to talk more about it. I also talk about my friend Cathy Heller’s perspective concerning how choosing to get off the work centered hamster wheel can b…

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42. The Chase Is On: Running From Elk, Dogs, and Sheep In the Wilderness: Part 4 of My Let's Go Around The Globe Travel Series 23:43

2M ago23:43

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In this episode, I talk about the power we have to change our zip code and how spending time in places different from where we’re used to can spark creativity, help us move beyond the expectations of others, and plug into a fresh perspective. I share 3 short stories about getting chased by different animals while hiking in the countryside. The firs…

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41. Turbulence, Lightning Strikes, & a Fiery Engine in The Friendly Skies: Part 3 of My Let’s Go Around The Globe Travel Series 27:51

2M ago27:51

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In this episode, I talk about my very real fear of flying, and how I literally couldn’t bring myself to travel by plane for a couple of years following the September 11th terrorist attacks. I also talk about the ways I got around air travel and then how Greyhound Bus Lines convinced me to give the skies another try! Stepping into my stand-up comedy…

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40. Mayhem On The Water: Part 2 of my Let’s Go Around The Globe Series 37:36

3M ago37:36

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In this episode, I share more about the values and reasons why I explore so often and travel so much. I talk about the resistance, negative feedback, and pushback I have often received from friends, family, teachers, and colleagues regarding my travel habits. I delve into the idea that travel is not running away from something. In my life, it repre…

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39. Bon Voyage - It’s Time To Talk About Travel: Part 1 of my Let’s Go Around The Globe Series 18:31

3M ago18:31

18:31

In this episode, I kick things off talking about my reasons for loving the open road and how my interest in travel has impacted and improved my life. I share about the goodness that exploring and traveling can offer like fun, adventure, freedom, more empathy and understanding about ourselves and others, and personal growth too…because getting out o…

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38. My Letter of Lament To A God Who Is Divinely Hidden and Remarkably Silent 1:07:45

3M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

If there ever was an episode where I put awkward honesty and uncomfortable truths out front, this is it! In this solo episode, I have a very honest and vulnerable conversation with God as I reflect on some very raw thoughts, feelings, and reflections related to recent tragedies involving young Christ followers. More specifically, this podcast is my…

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37. Mindsets, Messaging, and Manifestation - Reflections on Becoming The Most Powerful Version of Yourself: Part 2 of My Conversation with Coach and Social Media Expert Eevi Niemela 51:45

3M ago51:45

51:45

Eevi Niemela is an internationally accredited empowerment and mindset coach who helps people build their magnetic selves and an online presence so that they can create real freedom and become the actual owners of their own lives through an online business that they’re building. From rock bottom to red carpets, Eevi has built a life and an online bu…

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36. Mindsets, Messaging, and Manifestation - Reflections on Becoming The Most Powerful Version of Yourself: Part 1 of My Conversation with Coach and Social Media Expert Eevi Niemela 54:12

4M ago54:12

54:12

Eevi Niemela is an Internationally Accredited Empowerment & Mindset Coach. She specializes in self-empowerment and helping people build a magnetic sense of self and an online presence, so they can create real freedom and become the actual owners of their own life through an online business they’re building. Along with the importance of focusing on …

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35. From Alabama With Purpose: A Conversation with Author and Educator Cherith Fluker on Grief, Traveling, and the Power of Writing 1:02:46

4M ago1:02:46

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Cherith Fluker is an author, freelance writer, and educator based in Alabama. She has a passion for self-care and sightseeing. She is the creator of WhatCherithinks, a lifestyle and travel blog that encourages people to explore boldly, prioritize their well-being, and embrace new experiences. Her work has been featured in publications like Food, Wi…

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34. From The Islands to Idaho: Podcast Updates, The Beauty of B minus Work, and The Most Inspiring Word in The English Language 26:41

4M ago26:41

26:41

In this solo episode, I talk about the milestone of now releasing 34 episodes, and how that journey has taken shape for me. I cover the highlights, the challenges, and how being willing to do B minus work and pushing myself to launch this past April has really been such an important piece of this venture. I briefly discuss how perfectionism can oft…

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33. Life Rewritten - The Stories We Tell Ourselves & How Changing Our Inner Narrative Changes Everything: Part 2 Of My Discussion with Bestselling Author Carrie KC West 45:43

4M ago45:43

45:43

In Part 2 of our conversation, Carrie continues sharing with us about the impact of our personal narratives and the power of storytelling. During this second segment, we also discussed the concept of reflecting on the characters in our lives and their relationships to our stories. This is also an important element when it comes changing the plot an…

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32. Life Rewritten - The Stories We Tell Ourselves & How Changing Our Inner Narrative Changes Everything: Part 1 Of My Discussion with Bestselling Author Carrie KC West 1:01:07

4M ago1:01:07

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In Part 1 of this 2 part conversation, Carrie shares about the challenges of her early life growing up in Pittsburgh and the impact that being rejected, ignored, and often abandoned as a baby and young child had on the first narratives and stories of her childhood. Carrie shares how storytelling and using her imagination to help get her through dar…

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31. Processing Tragedy, Loss, and the Harsh Realities of a Missing God: Part 1 of My Letter of Lamentation & Confronting My Own Questions About Divine Hiddenness 58:59

5M ago58:59

58:59

In this episode, I discuss the recent flooding in central Texas and the heartbreaking tragedy that resulted in several people losing their lives. Many of those who perished were children, mostly young girls who were part of Camp Mystic, a cabin full of young campers and counselors who were there to have fun, learn about their faith, and draw closer…

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30. What Coaching Has Taught Me: 5 Personal Development Truisms 22:59

5M ago22:59

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Today I break down 4 ideas that I’ve learned during my personal development coaching journey along with one very important story about Focus and Discipline. First, I discuss some thoughts about a component of human personality called the ego and how it can impact our sense of self. Next, I dig in to 7 questions that we might ask ourselves if we are…

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29. A Trip to the Mountains: Thoughts on Missed Financial Opportunities, Bitcoin, And Previews of Upcoming Episodes 21:15

5M ago21:15

21:15

During this podcast, I discuss our recent 3 day trip north to the mountains of Park City, a beautiful alpine town we used to call home. I share about a failure to sell and then a sell too early that cost us 600K in real estate profits… as well as my other poorly timed financial decisions involving Amazon and smaller crypto holdings. I discuss my co…

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28. You Could Learn a Lot From a Finn Part 3: Efficiency, Equality, and the Benefits of Cold Water Swimming 27:23

5M ago27:23

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Today we talk about the cold water immersion and winter swimming and the physical and mental benefits associated with this very Finnish rite of passage. We chat about the link between sauna culture and cold water immersion. We dive into the benefits of being in cold water for just 30 seconds and how the “happy hormones” and endorphins can become ac…

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27. You Could Learn a Lot From a Finn Part 2: Saunas, Schools, and Sisu in Finland 31:20

5M ago31:20

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In this episode, I share 3 more concepts that I absolutely find unique and fascinating about the Finnish culture and way of life. First, I share how the sauna experience influences and shapes Finnish life. A sauna is the place for cleansing the mind and body and Finland has close to 3.5 million of them… which is noteworthy for a country with only 5…

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26. You Could Learn a Lot from a Finn - Part 1 of My Favorite Lessons While Living in Finland 31:40

5M ago31:40

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In this episode, I share about the factors that led me to reach a state of professional burnout in my coaching and teaching job in the winter of 2008-09. Around that time, a tremendous opportunity presented itself to coach professional American football in Finland during the 2009 season, and I discuss the decision-making process my family and I exe…

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25. What about Goals, What about Bob? A Bucket of Insights Aimed at Getting the Results and Outcomes That You Desire 28:33

5M ago28:33

28:33

In this episode, I explore Goal orientation and Goal setting from a different angle and a nuanced perspective. Many of these things I learned from my mentor Kris Robertson while I studied for my certification in Personal Performance Coaching at the Coaching Academy in London, England. During this conversation, we go beyond “SMART” Goals frameworks …

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24. Forgiving But Never Forgetting: Part 2 of my Conversation with Holocaust Survivor Eva Schloss 1:17:23

5M ago1:17:23

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In this episode, Eva offers more insights and details about the horrors of camp life at Auschwitz. She shares about some chance encounters she had with her father and also her luck in obtaining a job in “Canada”… the location where the stolen belongings like clothing, jewelry, food, and money were taken from the Jews as they were initially processe…

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23. Surviving Auschwitz: A Conversation with Anne Frank's Stepsister, Eva Schloss, About the Horrors of the Holocaust 1:06:06

6M ago1:06:06

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Join me in this episode as I take a walk back through one of the greatest horrors of the 20th century, Holocaust. I am joined by a very strong woman who I have called a friend for more than 5 years now. Eva Schloss is the stepsister of Anne Frank, and a survivor of the Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camps during World War 2. In this episode, we b…

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22. Grit, Goals, and Global Hoops in the Land of Fire and Ice: My Chat with Professional Basketball Player Abby Beeman 1:00:00

6M ago1:00:00

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In today’s episode, I speak with professional basketball player Abby Beeman, who currently plays pro hoops in Iceland. Abby was a dual sport all state athlete during her high school days at Frankfort High School in Ridgeley, West Virginia where she excelled at both basketball and track and field. We discuss Abby’s college playing career at Division…

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21. Telling It Like Micah: Storycraft & Effective Marketing At the Intersection of Connection, Community, Curiosity, and the Creative Arts 49:50

6M ago49:50

49:50

My guest for this episode is Micah Beachy Gilkeson. Micah is a storyteller, content creator, and marketing strategist passionate about authentic connection. She is the founder of M Creative Society, a boutique social media and content agency, and the voice behind Postcards from Micah, a lifestyle and travel brand that showcases hidden gems locally …

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20. Unshaken: Where Strength Meets Voice with Isabel Grueneich 48:50

6M ago48:50

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In today’s episode I am joined by Isabel Grueneich, a social advocate and graduate student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Field. Isabel and I discussed some of the larger social issues facing the world today and she shares her perspectives on the disconnect that often exists when our judgment of others overrides our sense of empathy and u…

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19. Community, Core Practices, Christianity, & Conflicting Theology: Part 2 of my Discussion with Amanda Oster 55:46

6M ago55:46

55:46

Amanda Oster is my first ever Podcast guest interview, and I want to thank her for being a part of the show and sharing her thoughts, experiences, and some great stories with us. This interview kicks off this 8 episode series that I’ve named “Women In The World: Voices and Perspectives In Their Own Words.” This is Part 2 of my interview with Amanda…

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18. Community, Core Practices, Christianity, & Conflicting Theology: Part 1 of my Discussion with Amanda Oster 49:33

6M ago49:33

49:33

Amanda Oster is my first ever Podcast guest interview, and I want to thank her for being a part of the show and sharing her thoughts, experiences, and some great stories with us. This interview kicks off this 8 episode series that I’ve named “Women In The World: Voices and Perspectives In Their Own Words.” In this episode, Amanda shares about her e…

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17. Ladies First: A Preview of Our First Series of Guest Interviews 8:44

6M ago8:44

8:44

Welcome to this truly exciting Preview Episode. In this chat, I will discuss my very first series of Guest Interviews. This kickoff to Guest Interviews will be centered on Women’s Perspectives, Voices, and Experiences In the World. In fact, I’m calling the series “Women In the World: Voices & Perspectives In Their Own Words.” One of the intentional…

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16. Part Deux of Contrarian Concoctions & Don't Make Sense Philosophies 18:39

6M ago18:39

18:39

In this second part of my discussion on Contrarian Philosophies and Nonconventional Thinking, I delve into 3 more ideas associated with swimming upstream and challenging mainstream patterns. First, I dive into the principle that we should give what we need. This is counterintuitive for sure. I discuss how giving first offers connection to others an…

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15. The Way of the Contrarian: The Beauty of Embracing Unconventional Wisdom and Ideas that Support Living Your Best Nonconformist Life. 22:56

7M ago22:56

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In this episode, I explore the first three of six principles that I will discuss on unconventional ideals and guidelines that don’t get neatly wrapped into mainstream thinking. The idea here is to consider some contrarian points of view. A contrarian is someone who opposes or rejects popular opinion and reasons independently from the ground up… res…

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14. Living In The Now: How Prioritizing Being Present Can Enrich Our Daily Lives 9:00

7M ago9:00

9:00

In my shortest episode to date, I talk about the intentional decision we can make to be more present in our lives. One of the most impactful ways to enrich our daily lives is to choose to be present with our circumstances, our thoughts, and our interactions with ourselves and others. When we allow ourselves to stay in the moment, it can help us red…

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13. No Gaines No Pain: You won't believe what Sergeant Gaines said about Pain 15:35

7M ago15:35

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This is a story-form episode concerning the role that struggle and pain plays in personal growth. The setting is a classroom at the U.S. Army Academy of Health Sciences building on the grounds of Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. It is the middle of July in 1991. I am one of 62 soldiers who meet for the final academic session of our 20 week t…

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12. How Do We Build Up Our Personal Resilience?: Tips, Tools, and Strategies That Make a Difference 18:32

7M ago18:32

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In the third and final segment of this mini-series on Personal Resilience, I offer 6 specific tools and strategies for helping us when we face difficult times, challenging circumstances, and life altering traumatic events. The 6 strategies include: - Discover your resources and ask for help - Tune in to your situation & educate yourself - “Aim smal…

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11. When The Obstacle Becomes The Way: Cultivating and Building Resilience in the Presence of Tragedy 32:18

7M ago32:18

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In this solo episode, I talk about 3 separate tragedies that showed up in my youth, significant events that all happened in the first ten years of my life. I share how these situations laid the groundwork and a sort of foundation for me to cultivate a resilient mindset, even as my life was swirling with grief, deep loss, pain, fear, and uncertainty…

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10. Rolling Into Resilience: Part One 16:27

7M ago16:27

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In this episode, I begin by using visual imagery to define the word resilience. The dictionary definition of resilience is the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties, and the ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape. I discuss how important a role mindfulness plays when it comes to gaining a better understan…

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9. I Had an Episode of Anxiety Yesterday and This is What It Looked and Felt Like 18:44

7M ago18:44

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Today I talk about an experience I had while filming one of my early guest episodes this past week. I had what I would describe as a social anxiety panic attack. I experienced these reactions frequently in my teens and twenties, and although they became less common in the past 25 years or so… they can still appear without any notice. For me, the on…

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8. Troubled Times: How Thieves & Scam Artists Tried to Derail Our Business and What We Did To Fight Back 28:50

7M ago28:50

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Building and growing a business can be tough when dealing with the challenges of hiring great staff, promoting your products, and managing costs. Being profitable when people are stealing from you on a daily basis or when curious customers turn into scam artists who want to destroy your business makes it even tougher. In this episode of the podcast…

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7. Profits and Pitfalls: What to Expect When Business Bombs and Side-Hustles Go Sideways 32:20

8M ago32:20

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Building and maintaining a business and working a side hustle can often be difficult. There is sometimes lots of hours and very little yield or pay for the efforts and energy expended. Promotions don’t always work, marketing strategies often misfire, and the sacrifices required to get the job done are often unrecognized and underestimated. We must …

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6. The Way of the Entrepreneur: Why Working a Conventional Job Has Become None of My Business 26:17

8M ago26:17

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What are some factors that lead someone down the path towards entrepreneurship? In this episode, I discuss the work culture in America and how it’s not set up to help us experience longevity, nor does it contribute to human flourishing. Many of us are working our whole lives and sacrificing tremendous parts of ourselves to make others’ dreams come …

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5. What is Holding You Back? Exploring the Impact of Self-Limiting Beliefs 24:41

8M ago24:41

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What if you were to gain life altering clarity around the idea that overcoming your self-limiting beliefs is key factor in helping you to make significant progress towards your goals and become a better and more confident version of yourself? In this episode, I’ll share where self-limiting beliefs come from, and how they hold us back, and why they …

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4. The MODEL I Wish I'd Learned in School 40:03

8M ago40:03

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Models and Systems give us a structured way to create the results we seek. In this episode, I discuss what is perhaps the most logical and simplest Model that I’ve ever come across in the area of Personal Development. This framework is easy to understand and straightforward in terms of implementation. In this information packed discussion, I offer …

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3. What Sets Coaching Apart & How the GROW Model Can Be an Effective Tool for Coaches 35:06

8M ago35:06

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Real growth starts when you stop overthinking and start taking action, and that’s exactly what coaching can help you do. In this episode, I discuss how coaching empowers people to break free from limiting beliefs and take action toward meaningful goals. I walk through the GROW model, a powerful framework for setting goals, assessing where you are n…

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2. How to Better Understand Your Values & Beliefs and The Impact They Have on Your Life 18:25

8M ago18:25

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What if the only thing standing between you and success was your own beliefs? The way we see ourselves and the world around us shapes every decision we make, sometimes pushing us forward, sometimes holding us back. In this episode, we’re diving into the power of values and beliefs, why they matter, and how they quietly influence the direction of ou…

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