Episode Archive - Bobbi Kahler | The UnYielded Show

How Do You Recognize It’s Time for Your Next Breakthrough? (#204)

You never know where your next breakthrough might come from. The problem is that we often close ourselves off to it – without knowing it. There is a thinking trap that keeps us from seeing the opportunity of the breakthrough. Tune in to this episode to learn more.

The good news is that finding freedom from your emotions, fears, anxiety and the constant swirling thoughts is absolutely possible!(#203)

Does any of this sound familiar? Paralyzed by fear and unable to make decisions? Worried that whatever decision you make won’t be good enough? Frustrated that your anxiety is dictating your life? Physically exhausted and trying to remember what feeling calm is like? Plagued with negative self-talk and fear of judgment?

Only 10% of Your Happiness Comes From Your Circumstances. YOU Hold the Key to Greater Levels of Happiness, Well-Being and Inner Peace (#202)

The science is astonishing clear: only 10% of your happiness comes from your circumstances. This episode shares how your happiness and well-being is in your hands. I also share one of my favorite strategies increasing your level of happiness, well-being, and inner peace. My clients have told me it is the most empowering mechanism that I share with them in our coaching sessions.

Turn Inward. The Answers Are Already Inside of You. You Just Have to Learn to Listen (#201)

We spend a lot of time scrambling for answers. We spend a lot of time scrambling for answers. We look to external sources, and there are times when that can be valuable.

Which Do You Prioritize More: The Fear of Regret Or The Fear of Failing?(#200)

No one is immune to mind chatter and the inner critic. It holds some people back from starting something new. While others have found a way to tune it out. In this episode, I share 3 ways that people find a way to move forward.

Attempting to Suppress Your Trauma and Emotions Only Suppresses Your Personal Power (#199)

We have become really gifted at suppressing our emotional “stuff.” We think that it’s a winning strategy. The problem is that by doing that we are actually denying ourselves access to our true personal power.

Life Isn’t Static. The Way You Navigate It Can’t Be Either (#198)

One of the biggest mistakes that I’ve seen people make over the years is that they think they have to have the whole plan before they get started. That’s a trap that will keep you stuck.

There Are Things That You Have No Control Over and Would Never Choose, But There Are Things That You Still Get to Choose (#197)

Life sometimes deals us an unfair hand. Kim Sorrelle was facing a cancer diagnosis when her husband was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer.

An Exercise That Has Never Failed to Dismantle a Thinking Trap (#196)

In 20+ years of coaching, I’ve seen it hundreds of times: a client is completely stuck because of a thought pattern.

There’s Nothing More Important for Your Life and Happiness Than How You Choose to Show Up(#195)

Life can be overwhelming and for many, it can feel like life is simply happening to them. But it doesn’t have to be that way and it shouldn’t be that way! You deserve more.

Our Choices Help Us Feel Better or Worse(#194)

No one wants to feel bad but sometimes our automatic ways of reacting lead us to – inadvertently – make choices that do exactly that.

Sometimes You Just Have to Take the Next Right Step (#193)

There’s a myth that keeps a lot of people stuck: You have to have the whole plan before you act. It’s wonderful when the whole plan appears but it’s actually rare.

What Do You Do When a Doctor Tells You That “You Shouldn’t Be Alive?” (#192)

We each have mountains that we have to climb. Sometimes those are our dreams and sometimes those are challenges.

Life Wasn’t Meant to Be a Long List of “To-Do” Items. You Are Meant for More Than That (#191)

Modern life is busy. We can feel like our purpose is to make it through the endless to-do lists before us. But that’s not what we were created for and it’s not who we were meant to be.

A Key Mistake That People Make That Keeps Them Stuck in a Life of Limitations (#190)

Over the last 20+ years, I’ve coached more than 3000 people and there is a mistake that I’ve seen hundreds of times. This mistake keeps us stuck with our limitations and stuck in our status quo.

How to Parlay Your Experience into Currency and Future-Proof Your Career (#189)

Our experiences that we’ve had over the course of our career are not just mere memories. They are your currency! Whether you are an entrepreneur or in a corporate job, you will want to listen in to learn how to future-proof your career.

How the Desire for Quick Results Keeps Us from Moving Forward (#188)

In this episode, I break down why our own need for quick results shuts down our ability to move forward. I also share 2 proven strategies to help you move forward – faster.

How to Make the Teenage Years More Rewarding for You and Your Kids (#187)

An aspect of leadership that often goes overlooked is parenting.

You Can’t Reach a New Destination on Automatic Pilot or Old Programming (#186)

We’ve heard it a million times: awareness is the key to change.

Betrayal Is One of the Most Painful of Human Experiences, But It’s also an Opportunity to Transform (#185)

Betrayal is different than other types of trauma, because it’s the self that gets shattered in betrayal. Healing from betrayal must be deliberate and intentional. Unfortunately, most people get stuck in one of the early stages of healing and never experience a full healing. Join my guest, Dr. Debi Silber, as she breaks down how to move through the stages of healing towards your own powerful transformation.

4 Tips for Setting Healthy Boundaries — and the 1 Piece of Wisdom That Is a Game Changer (#184)

Setting healthy boundaries is one of the most essential skills we can develop. Without this skill, it becomes difficult – if not impossible – to maintain healthy relationships, which can lead us to feel resentful and drained. Healthy boundaries allows us to manage our resources: time and energy. Put another way, when we don’t have healthy boundaries, we can find ourselves stuck and we can’t move forward.

How to Lean in With Empathy in the Face of Bad Behavior (#183)

The potential for conflict is all around us. It can sometimes feel like we are bombarded with “bad” behavior. As a leader of any sort, we have to find a way through that to come out on the other side. This week Kristine Scott and I talk about how to navigate the waters of conflict in empowering ways.

How Lack of Margin Prevents Us from Seeing New Possibilities (#182)

When people are trying to figure out what’s next for them on their path, they often feel stuck, and they can’t even see new options or possibilities. In this episode, I address one of the most common reasons why this happens and a proven exercise that will help you move past this barrier.

Conversation on Honoring Yourself, Finding Happiness, Heeding Your Inner Voice, and Restoring Your Essence (#181)

Once in a while a conversation comes along that is so rich that it cannot be categorized. Anything I could write about it, doesn’t begin to convey the depth and meaning contained in this episode. It is truly a “must listen.” I appreciate that my guest, Tom Glaser, a psychologist and best-selling author, was willing to sit down and have a full heart conversation.

Can You Thank the Person for How They’ve Wronged You? (#180)

We have all had experiences where we have been wronged or mistreated in some way and the other person is either never going to apologize or even if they do apologize, they can’t really undo the damage. Then what is our way forward? In this episode, I share an experience I recently had and how it led me to the greatest peace I’ve experienced.

Your Future Self Depends on What You Do Today (#179)

Our choices eventually catch up to us. What is the life you want to have as you age? Too many people think that becoming weaker, being in pain and giving up the things we love to do is just a part of aging. It doesn’t have to be that way. This episode, with fitness and wellness expert, Pam Sherman shows you how easy it is to have a better future experience.

3 Techniques to Open Up New Options for Yourself (#178)

As a coach, something that I’ve seen hundreds of times is that people set themselves up for failure when they are facing a big decision. How? They only give themselves 2 options. In this episode, I share 3 proven techniques that I’ve used to help clients move forward with confidence and conviction.

Stop Saying You’re Not Creative. The Best Way to Be Creative Is to Be You (#177)

Too many people sit on the sidelines of content creation because they think that they’re “not creative.” Don’t let that stop you! This week’s guest, an Emmy-award winning Media Advisor and former Executive at MTV shares how to get in the game!

A Truth to Help You Keep Going When You Face Resistance (#176)

When you start out to blaze a new path for yourself, you often face resistance from those that you once counted on for support. This episode reveals a truth that will help you stay on your course and remain true to who you are.

People Mistake Optimism for an Outlook When It Is an Active Pursuit (#175)

Optimism isn’t passive. It’s one of the most valuable skills to build in terms of creating the success you desire and withstanding life’s challenges. Most people get it wrong. Tune into this episode with Andrea Johnson to learn how to put it to work for you.

Are You the One Saying No to Your Dreams? (#174)

Have you ever wanted to do something, but you were afraid to try? If so, you are not alone. Self-doubt, fear, Imposter Syndrome can all derail our dreams. Tune into this episode to hear how you can find the courage to try.

How 30 Minutes a Day Can Elevate Your Success (#173)

Have you ever noticed how some people seem to have time for everything that matters most? It doesn’t happen by chance. Tune in to hear Ryan Cote, founder of The Morning Upgrade talk about how 30 minutes a day changed his life.

The Only Way We Ever Lose Is When We Stop Being True to Our Own Heart (#172)

Sometimes people hurt us. Sometimes we can resolve it with them; other times we can’t. In this episode, I share my experience with this that led me to the epiphany that the only way I ever lose is when I stop being true to my own heart.

Don’t Believe the False Messages: You Can Make a Difference (#171)

Bob DePasaquale’s life was changed when he was 18 and faced a cancer diagnosis. But it wasn’t the cancer that changed his life. It was the generosity of the near strangers around him that helped him that left a lasting impact. Now he shares that story and how we can put generosity to work as a force for good.

How to Protect Yourself from Bad Advice (#170)

Advice is everywhere. What’s tricky is that without the right lens in place you can be taken off your path. Tune into this episode to learn 4 criteria of who to accept advice from and how to build a lens for analyzing what advice is right for you.

Don’t Set a False Timeline on Your Dreams (#169)

Debby Krusz, an expert in dreams, helps us understand that dreams have their own timeline and that we often mis-interpret what our dreams are telling us.

How to Find Your Forward (#168)

Sometimes in life we can find it hard to move forward. We feel stuck or uncertain about what’s next. In this episode, I share 2 proven strategies for finding your way forward.

Pain Is Unavoidable; Suffering Is a Choice (#167)

Jeff Johnston received the phone call that no parent ever wants to receive: his son had died. What happened next was his choice: how would this event shape the rest of his life? He chose to make a difference in the lives of others.

I Believe in Happiness, Not Toxic Positivity (#166)

I believe in happiness. And that doesn’t mean that life will be “happy” 100% of the time. What I don’t believe in is the toxic positivity that you see out there on social media that demands that we are ALWAYS happy or grateful or we aggressively seek the silver lining. While there is a time and place for gratitude and seeking the silver lining, those emerge when we are ready. If we try to force those things before we are ready then we are slapping a bandage on an open wound. If you’ve ever felt the “pressure” to suck it up and just “be” happy, please listen.

Learn How to Smooth out the Potholes on the Road to Success (#165)

Every successful journey has had potholes. Tune into this episode to learn how to smooth out the potholes and make the impact you want in the world.

Living a Life of Character (#164)

On November 11, 2022, my dad passed away. As a way to pay tribute to his life, I wanted to record some of the greatest lessons that I learned from him. These are timeless lessons that we can all benefit from hearing. I hope you enjoy them.

We have tremendous innate wisdom if we have the courage to listen to it (#163)

We know when something isn’t quite right and we know when things are right. Trust yourself. That’s when the adventure begins.

What to Expect When You Climb Your Mountain (#162)

I’ll never forget the first time I cycled to the top of Vail Pass. I did it to ironically celebrate the 10 year anniversary of being told by a doctor that I only had a 3% chance of a full recovery and that my days of being an athlete were over.

Most People Don’t Reflect on Their Experiences Because It Feels Too Dangerous (#161)

When we skip reflecting on our experiences, we are missing out on a potent tool. Most people don’t want to take this step as it feels too dangerous. This week’s guest, Dr. Edward Smink, discusses this and other insights related to compassion resilience. Tune in to learn how to stay fueled for life.

Is This All There Is to Our Lives? (#160)

People often ask me why Rick and I decided to start our business and change up our lives. We had different reasons. I decided to start my business because even though I loved the law firm where I worked and I was well-respected and enjoyed my co-workers, I just got to a point where I had done everything that I could do in the role, and I wanted new challenges and an opportunity to push myself. Rick’s reason was different.

When You Have You, You Have Everything (#159)

He followed his intuition and walked away from Hollywood at the height of his career because in his words, he “didn’t have ahold of me.” Since then he has shared the stage with thought leaders like Jack Canfield, Lisa Nichols and Jim Kwik, where he spreads his message that “When you have you, you have everything.” Tune into this insightful episode.

The 7 ways you might be stuck (#158)

I have been guesting on a lot of other podcasts recently and I’ve noticed that I always get a lot of questions around why do people get stuck, what are the different “forms of being stuck” and, of course, how do you get unstuck?

Listen when your heart tells you to get involved (#157)

We want to do something to help and to make a difference. We often hold ourselves back. This week’s guest, Rebekah Miel, is committed to the goal of making beautiful sense out of a complex world.

Is It Serendipity or the Invisible Power of Intention? (#156)

As I write this my dad is back in the hospital. He had COVID and pneumonia and he’s over the COVID, but the pneumonia is lingering. My dad is 89 and if you know me or if you’ve listened to several episodes, you probably know that I am a daddy’s girl. Always have been. I’m named after him. I’ve always loved being named after him and it was one of the reasons that I kept my maiden name when I got married.

Is It Time to Change the Radio Station in Your Brain? (#155)

Are you aware of the noise that’s playing in your head? Scientists have studied this and they know that what goes on in our brains holds a key to our happiness and success. My guest today has changed her life and she shares her insights into why this is so important, as well as other frameworks that she used to create her life full of peace and joy.

6 things that I learned when I became the author of my life (#154)

In August of 2000, I attended a Women’s Writing Conference in upstate New York. One of the authors said:“You are either the author of your own life or you are a character in someone else’s story.”While I had been doing a good job of leading my life up until then, that really resonated for me. I knew that I had more work to do. In this short episode, I share the 6 things that I learnedalong the way.

You can feel peace in the midst of uncertainty (#153)

We often think that we have to wait for things to “calm down” or go “back to normal” before we can feel peace. But that’s a harmful myth; it leads us to experience more stress and be less resilient. Dan Clouser, author of 3 books and popular speaker, shares his story in this episode.

What I learned about myself during a massive forest fire (#152)

We are coming up on the anniversary of the East Troublesome Fire that swept through our community on October 21, 2020. It was the 2nd largest fire in Colorado history and one of the fastest moving fires in US history.

The Dark Side of Clutter: How It Keeps Us from Being Our Best (#151)

It seems harmless enough, right? Just a little clutter. But this week’s guest, TEDx Speaker and Certified Productive Environment Specialist™, Kerry Thomas, discusses how clutter is anything that keeps us from navigating your life with ease. Some of those ways might surprise you! Tune in to learn the different types of clutter and how to eliminate them.

The 1 skill that will enhance your relationships (#150)

If you want to have better relationships with those around you, here is a skill that will help you do that. The best way to see its value is through this experience: Late one night, I received an email from a stranger who said: “I’ve been to your website. I’ve seen your picture, so I know what you look like. I could approach you on the street and you wouldn’t know that it’s me.” A little creepy, right?

Not everything is a lion! (#149)

Fear is the enemy. It steals our best resources: the part of the brain that helps us to be our most creative, solve problems and be at our very best. Tune into this episode with Liam Naden as he explains how to use your brain to achieve success in life.

Comparison Is the Tthief of Our Peak Performance (#148)

Have you ever had an arch-rival? I have.Her name was Sherri. We were in the 6th grade and we battled for everything. Cheerleading, Softball ,Volleyball, Top grades.I usually won. But one day it was bothering me how when I would go out for a new sport, Sherri would then decide to go out for the same sport. I was complaining to my mom about it. Then she said the following game-changing wise words:

It’s Never Too Late to Tell Yourself a New Story about Your Past (#147)

It's never too late to tell yourself a new story about your past. The stories we tell ourselves about our past become limits on our happiness and success. They are self-fulfilling prophecies. If you once bombed in a presentation, you might tell yourself the story that you really blew it and that you are just not good at presentations.

How Much Time Does Your Mind Steal From You Everyday? (#146)

“Are you in command of your own mind?” I’m not proud of this but when I first heard that question, I thought: “What a stupid question. Of course, I’m in control of my own mind!” And, there may have been an eye roll involved in there as well. But the next question stopped me in my tracks, got my attention and erased the eye roll.

Is Your Brain Working for You or Against you? (#145)

Researchers have identified that for 80% of people, their brains are actually sabotaging them. On a daily basis. To help you avoid that, this is part 2 in our series on building mental fitness. Last week, in part 1, I talked about the first of the 3 core mental fitness muscles: The Saboteur Interceptor. If you haven’t listened to that one yet, I recommend checking it out.

How to Create a Wanted Poster for Your Inner Saboteurs So You Can Stop the Damage They Wreak in Your Life (#144)

Back when I was a freshman in high school, there was a local scare. There were 6 convicts who somehow escaped from a nearby facility. They were all serving multiple life sentences.....

How mental fitness can restore our excitement for life in 3 short weeks (#143)

November 9, 2018 was a pivotal crossroads for me. It started as I stood on the balcony of my hotel in San Francisco reflecting on my journey. I clearly saw that I was successful in my career, but I felt like my life – while good – was incomplete. I felt like I was falling short in some of the important roles that mattered to me. It was getting harder to hit that “extra” gear that I’d always been able to hit with ease. And, the very things that use to give me energy, were now draining my batteries.

When Our Repeated Patterns Turn against Us, They Limit Our Future (#142)

Do you want to know the one thing scarier than being told by your doctor that you only have a 3% chance of a full recovery? Being told by a doctor that the very pattern, the very strength that you have always considered your super-power is what made you sick. It went from being my trusted friend to my fiercest enemy and it is working against me.

We are not the sum of our mistakes (#141)

Why are we so quick to set aside a proven track record of “good” behavior, and instead trust the aberration of a single misstep? Can anyone survive such a tightrope? Today I share an insight that I’ve learned in having coached more than 3000 people regarding this destructive phenomenon.

Stop Telling Your Brain That You Are Stressed (#140)

A couple of months ago, I was talking to Rick about something with my dad. Dad’s getting a little older, and, of course, I want to make sure that he’s as healthy as he can be

The Funny Thing about Luck (#138)

During a summer road trip back in 2001, Rick and I were towing a camper through Idaho, on a narrow, winding road. There was a loud pop from the rear passenger side. A blown tire on the camper! At almost the precise moment that we heard the pop – and felt the camper start to sway -- a wide and long turnout appeared on our side of the road.

Thoughts are not Facts (#137)

I was recently on a flight to Orlando for a client. My first in-person workshop in more than 2 years. I wasn’t thrilled with my flight selection as I was getting in at 5:55 p.m. and that’s a bit later than I prefer. When I travel for work, I like to arrive early enough to get a workout in, grab dinner and relax and then get to bed early so that I’m rested and energized in the morning.

What is Good and What is Bad? (#136)

My 89-year old father LOVES going for drives with me. This is a picture of our favorite lunch spot: the Kankakee River that we both grew up on. We watch the geese and the gulls, and he tells me stories of his boyhood adventures on this water. As we drive home, he often falls asleep. Is that a good thing or a bad thing? Maybe It depends on our framing.

Is Savoring a Happiness Skill? (#135)

How much of your day is filled with “tasks to be completed?” I recently realized how much that orientation had crept into my life. We are vacationing in Arkansas and one of the houses that we are renting is really decorated in a lovely way. The master bedroom, in particular, is a retreat. On Saturday morning, I was making the bed and – for some reason –

Are You Holding Your Happiness Hostage? (#134)

It was a painful moment when I realized that I was living with my life on hold. Did I mean for it to happen? Of course not. Was I aware of it? No. Until I had an experience that brought it to the light of day. I was booked to be a guest on a podcast and it’s what I would call a stretch interview: not completely in my wheelhouse yet but a direction I am moving in.

Car Trouble or Opportunity? (#133)

In April and May this year, we took a 3 week road trip to visit family and during our trip, our car started making noises that became increasingly louder until I literally thought the car was going to collapse on the road. We made it to my sister Kathy’s house in Illinois and she noticed the noise (as, I’m sure all of her neighbors did because it was LOUD).

You CAN beat the clock! (#132)

I have come to realize that I have a serious problem with time. I’m always racing against it. I’m trying to go fast enough that I can “beat it.” Whatever that means. Rick and I were traveling on a 2-day road trip and we were going to stop for coffee. It was a little place that only had a drive thru. There were 4 cars in line and our immediate thought was: “We don’t have time.”

The Power of Happiness Is in Your Hands (#131)

Do you ever wonder what leads some people to be happier than others? Happiness researchers have and their findings might surprise you. Is it that some people are just naturally happier than others? While everyone does have a happiness set point, what researchers have found is that our happiness set point accounts for only 50% of our happiness.

Summer Hiatus for Interviews – Returning in the Fall (#130)

We decided to take a little hiatus this summer from the interview portion of the podcast. This will be a great opportunity to prepare for the next season of UnYielded podcast with a great lineup of guests. Meanwhile, we'll keep in touch with our Rise & Thrive episodes every Monday. Thank you for tuning in and we'll see you in the fall!

The Difference Between Anger and Action (#129)

What can a misbehaving bull teach us about anger? Plenty. Just bear with me on this. How often have you heard someone say: “I know that I shouldn’t get angry.” I think that there is a lot of confusion around that phrase. Primarily, I think we are confusing the feeling of anger – which is a legitimate data point – with the expression of anger – which is where we can get into trouble.

Are Your Values Showing Up On Your Calendar? (#128)

Many of us have been taught to look for flaws. Instead, it is time to start noticing the great things that occur in our lives, even on a tiny scale, and allow ourselves the space for more gratitude. Practicing gratitude and discovering our ideal criteria for measuring success can completely transform our life.

When Interpretation Becomes a Limiting Lie (#127)

Don’t succumb to it! Don’t believe the lie embedded in our interpretations. When we believe the lie, we accept the limitation. Here’s how it happens: A simple example is that we are learning a new technology and it’s a bit challenging. A factual statement we could say is “I’m learning a new technology and I’m not completely comfortable with it yet.”

Be the Buffalo (#126)

Change is inevitable. And it can feel like a storm. When a storm is approaching, a buffalo will run towards the storm, which actually shortens the duration that the buffalo feels the effects of the storm. Cows on the other hand, run away from the storm but the storm almost always catches them, which then prolongs how long the cow is feeling the storm.

I’ll Be Happy When (#125)

Neuroscientists have shown that one of the most common ways that high achievers try to motivate themselves not only fails but it hurts our performance. Tune into learn more, including 5 proven strategies to avoid this damaging trap.....

End of the World in 2 Hours! (#124)

The saboteurs are the voices in your head that cause stress and negative emotions in response to your life's difficulties. According to the research of Shirzad Chamine, we all have what he terms inner saboteurs. Moreover, it also incorporates neuroscience, performance science, positive psychology, and cognitive-behavioral psychology. Also, more than half a million people have already benefited from this effort.

Lift the Veil on Your Saboteurs (#123)

Saboteurs are our automatic ways of thinking, feeling and behaving. They are our autopilot. They cause stress and negative emotions in response to your life's difficulties. We all have them according to the research of Shirzad Chamine. His research is a synthesis of neuroscience, performance science, positive psychology, and cognitive-behavioral psychology. More than half a million people have already benefited from this effort.

Pause to Build Personal Power (#122)

Emotions are a part of who we are. If we understand our emotions and the information they provide, we can develop the most effective strategies for any situation. My guest today fosters and encourages others to pursue personal empowerment and a more serene and purposeful existence. Paige Dest, an emotional intelligence coach and founder of BYODestiny, joins us today to help us better understand and regulate our emotions to make more informed life and career decisions.

The Tetris Effect and Your Unhappiness (#121)

No one sets out to sabotage their own efforts, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t happen. This episode illustrates how easily it can happen and

The Power of a Personal Manifesto (#120)

Nothing will change if you go to the gym and sit next to the weight bench without lifting a single weight. Your biceps will not grow stronger if you do not lift the weight.

Do You Have the Courage to Live True to Yourself? (#119)

It was two months before my 32nd birthday when I had an experience that changed the course of my life. I had a boyfriend and we’d built a beautiful house and life together. Or so I thought. And then one night he came home in a rage. He said that he couldn’t stand me any longer. I remember he leaned over me where I was standing, and I could see his veins standing out on his neck. His face contorted with rage.

X-ray Vision on Self-Sabotage (#118)

Self-sabotage occurs almost daily for most people -- and we typically aren't aware of it. In this episode Yannick Picard and I talk about how we can get X-ray Vision on our own Self-Sabotage, so we can live a satisfying and happy life.

Are You Seeking True Happiness or Negative Happiness? (#117)

Tired of moving the goal post on yourself? Want to STOP doing that? Keep reading! Years ago, I was lucky enough to take an online course taught by Tal Ben-Shahar who is a happiness researcher and teaches a happiness course at Harvard. That course helped me recognize this pattern in myself so that I could break free from it. And help others do the same.

Sometimes Unlearning Makes the Difference (#116)

Some of the things we learn and habits we form throughout our lives can hold us back rather than helping us grow. In that case, it isn’t what you learn but what you unlearn that makes the difference. My guest today is an amazing person that went through lots of unlearning throughout his life. Michael Gagnon, Senior Enterprise Manager, Remote Support Sales at GoTo, joins us today to share his story and how we can improve our lives by unlearning some of the habits & practices that have been in our lives for a very long time.

Mistakes happen. It’s what we tell ourselves next that matters the most. (#115)

I was recently given feedback that I am “too hard” on myself. This was from a person who doesn’t know me very well. I asked her what led her to that conclusion. She replied.....

Embrace the Fire (#114)

Do you know your why? My guest today has spent nearly 15 years as a pro sports executive for multiple NFL and NBA teams, a global sports agency, and the NFL league office. He founded the San Francisco 49ers Talent Academy—where he became known as the “Why Coach”.

Who can you count on when you need them the most? (#113)

On April 5, 2008, my mother passed away. My parents lived in a small community in Missouri and the next morning my mom’s obituary appeared in the local newspaper. That afternoon, right after lunch, we were sitting in the backyard at my dad’s farm, and we heard a car coming down the road. As soon as my dad heard the car, he said, “That’ll be Dave.”

From Prison to Calling (#112)

Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. My guest today is a minister and an attorney. His path has had some twists and turns.

Are “Shoulds” Stealing Your Joy? (#11`)

Should is an evil word. It robs us of so much in our lives. Should robs us of all our ability to discern because we are too busy judging. Should robs us of ability to adjust because we are busy shaming Should robs us of our joy because we are busy comparing to some imaginary standard. I truly believe that we SHOULD banish the word should from our vocabulary.

Wisdom from the Dopamine Dealer of LinkedIn (#110)

Today’s guest, Joshua B. Lee, is affectionately known as the Dopamine Dealer of LinkedIn. He founded Standout Authority in 2014, so he could help entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals humanize their professional or company brand on LinkedIn.

How to Ask Better Questions (and See More Possibilities) (#109)

Back in grad school, I was accused of being “hung up on semantics.” Ironically, this was on a team project and we were trying to discern the parameters of the project and all we had to go on at this point were the WORDS written by our professor. So, guilty as charged.

What nice thing did you do today for someone else? (#108)

My guest today, Marc Jeffreys, is a very successful entrepreneur and author.

You Don’t Have to Change – Test First (#107)

We make the notion of change harder than it has to be. In this episode, I share 2 simple and proven strategies that make change easier for ourselves and those around us.

It’s Never Too Late to Hit the Reset Button (#106)

It’s never too late to hit the reset button. Never. One of the things that I’ve heard people say when they are thinking about a new venture is that “it will take long time.”

Internal Conflict: Are You Defending or Learning? (#105)

“When there is no internal conflict there is no external competition.” – Roger Anthony Those words helped me change my approach and my results. It has allowed me to embrace the learning when I see someone performing better than I am: 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒅𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑰 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒆 𝒅𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈?

Discomfort Means You’re on the Right Track (#104)

My guest today says that discomfort tells you that you are on the right track. Don’t let you fear stop you. She said that when she feels that discomfort, she tells herself: “It’s go time.”

The Novice Mindset Could Create Your Next Breakthrough (#103)

Today I want to talk about a common mistake that I sometimes encounter when I’m coaching others and I’ve fallen into this same mistake myself; although luckily, I had an experience a long time ago that exposed the mistake so that I am more aware of it and can more easily avoid it. I think that I was about 19 and I was working at a small town doctor’s office. And, I enjoyed the work; I got along with everyone and it felt like I was being of service to our patients. To advance, I realized that I needed to take a medical terminology course. I got the information on the course and it looked intimidating. Very intimidating.

Are You Living Your Life or Your Story? (#102)

My guest today knows what it's like to be living the picture of success but feeling like he was collapsing on the inside. That realization led him to make massive changes in his life and now he helps others do the same. Tommy Breedlove is the Founder of the Legendary Movement and Bestselling Author of “Legendary.”

Does Impatience Drag You Down? (#101)

In high school, I had just joined the speech and debate team and I had a LONG way to go to become good.At dinner one night, I was complaining that.....

Power of Seeing Genius, Worth and Potential in Others (#100)

In this episode Stephen Shedletzky returns and we discuss our experiences with speech problems and how those experiences led us to want to serve others and help them reach their potential. We also discuss how liberating it can be when the thing that we fear the most actually happens!

Be Careful with the Answers You Lock Into (#99)

Today I want to start with a yellow flag: Be very careful of the answers that you lock into. What I’ve observed is that we often lock into an answer and then we protect that answer. Here is an example: I was once teaching a workshop and at break, a number of people were standing around chit chatting. One of the women, Cindy, said to me, “I wanted to ask you something. Earlier you made a comment about how you used to have a bad back. What did you do for it?” I shared what I had done, which was essentially to cut out processed carbs and refined sugars. In fact, my results were pretty dramatic: before starting this new way of eating, my back was so bad that it was a struggle to put my socks on in the morning. After we started eating in this new way, within ONE week, my back pain was gone. In fact, my back felt so loose and fluid, it was truly amazing.

What Big Problem Were You Designed to Solve? (#98)

Our purpose is our personal compass that helps us make important life decisions. My guest on today's episode assists businesses and executives in growing by incorporating purpose into their culture and processes. His mission is to help leaders create a legacy and a lasting impression. I love the question that he poses: What big problem were you designed to solve?

Never Quit! Another Half Truth (#97)

You’ve probably heard this saying a million times: Never quit or never give up. I know that I have and I’ve probably said it a million times. And, it’s something that I believe in. It’s something that I’ve been praised for. Some people describe me as relentlessly persistent. And, I suppose there is some truth to that. But, as much as I believe in the “never quit or never give up philosophy,” it is only a half truth AND, consequently, when it is applied in the wrong way, it can lead us into trouble.

How Are You Being A Role Model? (#96)

On December 16th 2007, I drove from my home in Chicago to my parent’s farm in SW Missouri. It took about 5 hours longer than normal as there was a fierce snowstorm. I counted 23 cars who had slid off the road between Chicago and St. Louis. It was a tedious drive to be sure, but I had to get there. You see my mom had an appointment with her new oncology specialist the next day.

Does Your Listening Show You Care? (#95)

I have a question for you: on a scale of 1-10 how important do you think listening is in life? I have asked that question to thousands of people -- maybe tens of thousands of people -- in my workshops. I have never gotten a response lower than a 9. Most people say a 10 or an 11. While that is not a scientific study, to me it’s pretty good data point that indicates that we tend to believe that listening is important. Here’s another question for you: how many truly great listeners do you know personally?

What You Hear from Others and Even Yourself May Not Be True (#94)

Some of the things you hear from others and even yourself may not always be true and correct. My guest for today believes that life is what you make. Learning through numerous miserable life experiences, by now, she teaches "Habits of Happiness" in various settings, including groups, clubs, church activities, corporations, and community continuing education centers. Moreover, she hosted a radio talk show called "The LemonAid Stand," where she featured people who have taken life's lemons and made lemonades. Also, she is now in demand as a motivational speaker who enjoys discussing how to discover true joy, peace, and love regardless of the circumstances in life. Heidi Alldredge, an inspirational and wonderful personality, joins us on today's episode to share her story and offer new insights that will leave you with a renewed sense of hope and optimism for life.

Choosing Optimism Will Change Your Life (#93)

The way we perceive, feel, and explain the world around us has great influence in our life journey. Optimism is a way of responding to the world around us that has many benefits, including developing better coping skills, lower stress levels, better physical health and higher persistence when pursuing goals. In this episode we explore how to make the choice of optimism and what we can do incorporate optimism into our lives.

Are You Owning Your Impact? (#92)

Each of us possesses unique abilities. My guest for today's episode believes that we all have a fundamental right to use our ability to contribute to a higher cause than ourselves, something that goes beyond economic gain. He envisions a society in which the vast majority of individuals wake up inspired, feel at ease in their surroundings, and end the day feeling gratified by the work they do. He believes that leaders will aid us in achieving this objective. Also, he mentors and supports leaders from all walks of life committed to putting their people and mission first. Stephen Shedletzky, speaker, executive coach, and advisor, joins us to share his wisdom on leadership, culture, and, more significantly, how he assists leaders in hearing and nurturing the voice of others.

Is the Wisdom of Your Experience Fully Tapped? (#91)

Most of us are not born with attributes such as patience, courage, confidence. The way we gain those attributes is via our experiences. In this episode, we dive into how our experiences shape our lives and personalities, how to harvest the valuable lessons that come with experiences, and how you can join UnYielded to be a part of an upcoming initiative that will allow people to gain clarity on the roles that truly matter in life.

Are You Listening to the Whispers of Wisdom or the Voices That Shout? (#90)

Many of us have had moments of self-doubt. Sometimes it produces good results, but most of the time, it does not. My guest for today assists people in resolving and aligning internal conflicts that impede personal and professional growth. Furthermore, she guides them through becoming aware, gaining insight, and taking positive action to thrive in work, life, and play. She helps high achievers strike a healthy balance between professional success and personal well-being, allowing them to find their flow and realize their full potential. Georgina Halabi, mindset & well-being coach, joins us today to share her insights on overcoming self-doubt and stepping into one's greatness.

Unleash Your Ideal Self (#89)

The Ideal Self is a positive, aspirational view of who we want to be and become. Decades of research confirms that this is a critical step when it comes to personal change. This episode provides examples of how to put this to work for you along with 2 powerful exercises to tap into your own ideal self.

Will People Listen to You if They Don’t Have to? (88)

Not everyone can push individuals to learn and grow to become more effective leaders, perform at a higher level, and build stronger teams and organizations. Today's guest is one of the most seasoned professional speakers in the United States. He currently delivers over 90 programs per year and has worked with about 500 different client businesses. Furthermore, his career as a speaker and trainer spans over 28 years and includes more than 2,300 appearances in a46 states and 13 countries. David Rabiner, a keynote speaker, trainer, facilitator, and executive coach at Rabiner Resources, joins us today to share his wisdom in leadership, team building, and peak performance, which he attained through years of experience.

Scientific Way to Avoid SMART Goal Letdowns This New Year (#87)

The way that most of were taught to set goals sets us up to fail. And that includes SMART goals. This is why we sometimes achieve the goal, but then we backslide or we never work on the goal at all. In this episode, I share how to set your goals in a way that works with the way that your brain works – not against it. It’s an incredibly powerful tool that will change your results!

Insights for Thriving on Your 2022 Voyage (#86)

A ship goes through a process of cleaning after their recent journey. After that, there is a process for preparing for the next expedition. This procedure applies to our lives as well. Our next cruise will take place in 2022. Hence, this time of year is an excellent opportunity to clean up the ship for following the year. With that context in mind, here are some of the most significant insights and ideas we gleaned from this year's previous episodes.

Excited for the New Year? If Not, Try This (#85)

The year 2021 is drawing to a close. Hence, it is a perfect time for looking back and reminiscing, as well as looking forward. I was recently asked what I'm most looking forward to in the new year. That appears to be a straightforward question. And yet, I felt compelled to consider it. Today’s episode is about what I discovered. On the other hand, what are some of your hopes for the coming year? What are you eagerly awaiting? Whatever they are, I wish you the finest year of your life in 2022. Also, I hope that you will rise and thrive no matter what.

Master Communicator’s Secrets to Getting Heard (#84)

Sales-related talents apply not only to sales-related tasks but also to every aspect of our lives. On the other hand, sales may be the highest kind of service. My guest today is the CEO and co-founder of ASLAN Training.

How to Become Bigger Than Your Fear (#83)

One of the most common questions that I get as a coach is “How can I move past my fear?” Fear is a part of growth. Everyone has it. In this episode, I talk about a simple model that will help you frame your fears in a healthy way and become bigger than your fear.

Are You Fighting What Is? (#81)

It took a life-threatening illness to make me realize that fighting “what is” (the fact that I was that sick) wasn’t going to help me win that war.But we often spend our energy fighting “what is” instead of dealing with “what is.” When we do that, we give away our power. This episode breaks down how you can use the power of choice to move forward.

How to Avoid Solving Problems That Don’t Matter (#80)

Every day, we make thousands of decisions. However, when we make the majority of those decisions, we do not think at all. Although this automatic thinking process is not necessary every single time, there are occasions where we must make decisions manually rather than automatically. My guest today is someone who gets people to think. He teaches critical thinking to enable people to evaluate issues and problems differently. He is the CEO of Headscratchers, which trains professionals the critical thinking skills for problem-solving, decision making, leadership, and creativity. Before forming HeadScratchers, he spent 25 years leading teams that built award-winning products and services across computer and communications technologies and markets. Also, he is the author of the book, Think Smarter: Critical Thinking to Improve Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Skills. Michael Kallet, an expert in the critical thinking field, joins us today to share his wisdom on critical thinking and guide us to think smarter.

How to Spot Hidden Self Sabotage (#79)

When I was first introduced to the notion that I might be self-sabotaging, I thought: “That’s stupid! I’ve worked on myself for years.” But, once I dove into it, I saw how much it was happening and the negative effects that it was having in my life.No one sets out to sabotage their own efforts, but that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t happen. This episode illustrates how easily it can happen and how we can change it. I share a key awareness exercise that will help you change your future results.

Feeling Imposter-ish? Own Your Value (#78)

In our lives, we all experience plenty of unexpected twists and turns. But, when all is said and done, only a few of us return to the life we wish. Instead, most of us live with the consequences of our actions. My guest today is someone who has bounced back after a series of dramatic twists and turns in her life and yet, managed to build the business and the life that she loves. Throughout her life, she has experienced everything from starting multiple businesses to abandoning everything to backpack around the world, becoming a yoga instructor and living in the jungles of Costa Rica, starting over as an expecting single mother, and eventually establishing a successful international consulting firm she currently runs. She has earned a reputation as one of the most influential business strategists for entrepreneurs who want to offer high-value products and services to a targeted audience. Jessica Yarbrough, a business strategist, growth expert, marketing coach, and business mentor, joins us today to share her incredible insights on having all you wish while building systems that allow you to enjoy your success.

Power of Action to Break Through (#77)

You cannot out think your mind. You cannot think your way out of your limiting beliefs – you have to act your way out of them. Action is the way. In this episode I share 3 steps to get you moving and put your fears behind you.

Want Change? Expand Your Awareness (#76)

Whether it is in your personal or professional life, no one can overstate the importance of emotional intelligence. However, emotional intelligence is a practice. My guest today helps shape and guide the future of individuals, leaders, teams, and organizations who desire to use emotional intelligence to its fullest extent. He has been a successful business owner as well as a spiritual director for over 30 years. Currently, he is trained as an emotional and spiritual intelligence coach and is a PCC Professional Certified Coach (International Coach Federation). Jim Vaive, a wonderful multifaceted personality, joins us today to share his incredible experience and knowledge about emotional intelligence.

Is Your Practice Taking You the Wrong Way? (#75)

We’ve all heard the old adage that “practice makes perfect.” As a coach, I can tell you with great certainty that only the right practice makes perfect. If we practice .....

Don’t Wait to Enjoy Your Life (#74)

Humans are born to be playful. It is embedded in our soul by nature. However, when we grow old, it is easy to get lost in the weeds and forget our senses of playfulness. Although at that point, our spirit of playfulness and inventiveness are not visible enough, they have not faded away. All we need to do is find them and wake them up. My guest today strives to help others discover new horizons that they did not know they had. By having his dream job at a radio station at the age of 26, today, he is an educator, keynote speaker, sales trainer, web designer, radio on-air personality, karaoke host, game show host, and DJ. He is an award-winning speaker, entertaining over 2,000 audiences. Also, he is the Global Head of Content at Sandler Training. Not only that, he hosts two podcasts: How to Succeed & Playful Humans and is the co-author of LinkedIn The Sandler Way. Mike Montague, an extraordinary character, joins with today's episode to remind us of the necessity of diving into the playfulness hidden inside our soul.

Rise & Thrive – Inspire the Universe to Help You (#73)

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your opinion differs from others? What have you felt at that point? Then, regardless of the conditions, have you wanted your idea to execute?

Resistance Doesn’t Mean Stop (#72)

We all are born with greatness and creativity within ourselves. Although we might believe that it fades away with time, that does not mean we have to give up. Today, my guest is someone who challenges himself to get out there and serve the world in the best way he thinks he can. He started his first business at the age of 10 by selling used golf balls in his neighborhood. He is the creator of PodMatch, a website that helps podcasters and guests to find each other, which he started when COVID hit in March 2020. Alex Sanfilippo, a writer, speaker, podcaster, and entrepreneur, joins us for today's episode to share his wisdom on how he explores growing a business through brand and community.

Rise & Thrive – Inspire the Universe to Help You (#71)

None of us have become who we are today on our own. So many people out there have supported and guided us throughout the journey we have had so far. Hence with no doubt, we all have to be grateful for those people. However, is there any action you have wanted to take but have not done yet, just because you are unclear about the way forward? If then, let me add some fuel to master your life.

Your Authentic Action Gives You The Right Result (#70)

Completely transforming your life and turning it around in a good way may sometimes seem impossible, but it’s not. My guest today is an excellent example to that. He spent 33 months in federal prison and once he was released, he changed his life around and became an inspiring person who made it his mission to help people change the way they view the emotions they have about themselves. Mark Moskowitz, speaker, coach, and author of the upcoming book, “Within: How I Found My Happy and Authentic Self in Federal Prison,” joins us today to dive into the learnings from his journey of transformation.

How to Master a New Behavior (#69)

Too often we don’t tackle a new behavior (or skill) because “we just aren’t good at it.” It doesn’t have to be that way, though. In this episode, I share a strategy .....

Six Seconds Can Change Your Life (#68)

This episode is a master class in emotions and how to harness the power and wisdom that exists in them. Joshua Freedman, CEO of Six Seconds and author or of many best-selling emotional intelligence books, including "At the Heart of Leadership: How to get results with emotional intelligence," joins us today to talk about blending the power of emotions with happiness and success.

Rise & Thrive – How to Create Opportunity through Failure(#67)

There could be times that things do not happen the way that you want them to. Most of the time, it is comforting to believe that someone else did wrong to you or the fault is somewhere else.

Wholeheartedness: The Antidote for Burnout (#066)

perspective about the way we look at wellness, nutrition, and exercise. After working in the corporate world for more than twenty-five years, she started her entrepreneurial journey and started helping her clients optimize their well-being, especially in times of transition. Kathy Robinson, certified wellness coach, podcaster, and the author of The Athena Principles – Simple Wellness Practices for Overworked Professionals joins us today to talk about the antidote for burnout; wholeheartedness.

Rise & Thrive – Foolproof Way to Start a New Habit(65bc)

We all struggle to make new habits and alter our behavior. Yet, despite the number of times you remind yourself or the number of sticky notes you place around you, it barely works. Although people believe that it is due to lack of discipline, habits are more about systems or processes than discipline. If you want to start a new routine, stack it with an established practice that you do at any cost. This simple but powerful trick can open up tremendous new doors for you. As always, make sure to rise and thrive! I am here to back you up!

Who Needs You Now? (#65)

one thing in common. There is an opportunity to make an impact on other people with your unique strengths. It is simply a matter of seeing it. My guest today is some who believes that everyone is built for purpose, desires meaningfulness, and deserves dignity in life. Zach Mercurio, an author, keynote speaker, consultant, and researcher, joins us for today's episode to open a new perspective in defining things in life.

The Truth About Starting Something New

Sometimes we are the stumbling block between what we want and what we have right now. Our beliefs about ourselves and the fears we allow to hold us back keep us away from what we want. Do we mean to be the stumbling block? Of course not! In this episode, I share how this happens and a strategy to ensure that it doesn’t derail your efforts!

The “Delusional Optimist” Mindset (#064)

Most of us desire to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. However, no one ever knows when we will discover our life’s purpose. Finally, however, there comes the point in our lives where we find it out, on our own. My guests today are two gentlemen who help the entrepreneurs in living out their purpose and legacy. Nikhil Agharkar, a serial entrepreneur and business development executive, and Casey Berman, entrepreneurial strategy executive, researcher, and a former attorney, join us today to discuss how to figure out your North Star and why that matters while ensuring that you are not just creating a hamster wheel for yourself.

Rise & Thrive – My Mantra of Life

Most of us desire to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. However, no one ever knows when we will discover our life’s purpose. Finally, however, there comes the point in our lives where we find it out, on our own. My guests today are two gentlemen who help the entrepreneurs in living out their purpose and legacy. Nikhil Agharkar, a serial entrepreneur and business development executive, and Casey Berman, entrepreneurial strategy executive, researcher, and a former attorney, join us today to discuss how to figure out your North Star and why that matters while ensuring that you are not just creating a hamster wheel for yourself.

Are you Operating From Love or Fear? (#063)

Most of us desire to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. However, no one ever knows when we will discover our life’s purpose. Finally, however, there comes the point in our lives where we find it out, on our own. My guests today are two gentlemen who help the entrepreneurs in living out their purpose and legacy. Nikhil Agharkar, a serial entrepreneur and business development executive, and Casey Berman, entrepreneurial strategy executive, researcher, and a former attorney, join us today to discuss how to figure out your North Star and why that matters while ensuring that you are not just creating a hamster wheel for yourself.

Don’t Fight What Is (#062)

Although it is something we all enjoy, food can sometimes get in our way of living a healthy life. Our relationships with food and our food habits can have a substantial impact on our quality of life. My guest today is someone who dedicated her career to exploring how our emotions connect with our behaviors around food. Andrea Montoya, Certified Food & Body Coach and founder of the Ditch the Scale Academy, joins us today to talk about finding the true reasons behind the connection between food and emotions and how we can build healthier relationships with food.

From Crisis Comes Purpose (#061)

Health challenges can oftentimes be huge obstacles to our lives, and when conventional methods of healing fail to help us with our health challenges, we might find ourselves in extremely difficult situations. My guest today is someone who survived through this sort of a challenge and ultimately became a healer himself. Ari Gronich, Performance Therapist Educator Consultant, best-selling author, and the host of Create A New Tomorrow Podcast, joins us today to talk about how a crisis may become the catalyst to finding purpose.

Never Surrender a Day to an Excuse (#060)

Sometimes, in life, we might find ourselves stuck in destructive situations or behaviors, and the only way out is to realize that our habits and practices work against ourselves and take radical actions to turn our lives around. My guest today is someone who has survived through the trauma of losing loved ones to cancer, toxic relationships, unhealthy habits, and later transformed his life to achieve goals that seem impossible to many of us. David Richman, entrepreneur, author, speaker, athlete, and philanthropist, joins us today to share his wisdom.

Soul Values vs. Core Values (#059)

Life is full of ups and downs. And sometimes, these ups and downs bring us to points where we need to change our direction and carve a new path of learning and growth. My guest today is someone who went through his fair share of ups and downs to fight burnout, depression, and grief to begin a new journey toward a better life. Pete Lonton, best-selling author, entrepreneur, investor, mentor, husband, and father of three beautiful girls, joins us today to share his wisdom.

The Courage to Ask for Help (#058)

Struggling to ask for help? You’re not alone! Many of us struggle to gather the courage to ask for help, even when we absolutely need it. In today’s episode, we’re going to talk about why it matters. My guest today not only serves a long career in nursing but volunteers his time to coaching basketball to non-profits. His recent non-profit, C4 Leaders, has impacted the lives of many students through a process that consists of four key elements; communication, chemistry, consistency, and creativity. Jeff Christian, the CEO of C4 leaders and the host of the Life’s Essential Ingredients podcast, joins us today to share his wisdom.

How to Thrive After Reaching a False Summit (#057)

People who work hard all of their lives, but have no purpose of directing every thought and impulse stored, at some point, might find themselves wasting their time, even when hard at work! My guests today talk about their stories of growth and triumph. Both of them have, in their own words, journey to the false summits of success only to realize that there was nothing meaning meaningful there for them. Joe Colavito and Dan Wilkins founded TREXAGAI, an innovative talent development firm, to help clients experience the unrestricted freedom and power of choosing to Run on Purpose. The name TREXAGAI provides a glimpse into these two trailblazers’ combined purpose. The name is a word combo. The front end is Greek, and the back end is Japanese. Together they create a language we all need to hear because we were designed to run on purpose together.

How to Become Trusted (#056)

In a corporate environment, trust plays a critical role in the success of the organization. My guest today is an expert in educating people about building trust. Lea Brovedani: The Trust Architect joins us today to talk about trust. For the past 15 years, Lea has been working with countless organizations across the world to help them build and improve trust among their members, and in today’s episode, Lea is sharing her wisdom on how to become trusted. I hope you enjoy this episode.

Motivating Yourself on the Unknown Journey (#055)

“If your hero followed you around for the day, what would they think?” That’s the question Anthony Trucks poses to his clients. Anthony, our guest for today’s episode, is a former NFL player, American Ninja Warrior, and now an elite coach. He went from being a foster child in multiple foster homes to the NFL, to American Ninja Warrior to an elite coach. He is the CEO at Identity Shift, where they help you upgrade how you operate to be, do, and have more.

Walking Blindly into a Cage (#054)

We can always change our narrative. We are never stuck by prior decisions. This is what we will be learning from the story of our guest, Kyle Sullivan, in today’s episode. Kyle founded Unleash the Champ to create powerful coaching experiences for people and organizations that lead to discovering and stepping into the champion they were created to be. With over ten years of organizational leadership & team development leading thousands of people plus a growing desire to learn it all, he strives to inspire people everywhere to unlock the cages they are in to unleash the champ within.

Courage to Nurture, Heal, and Love (#053)

UnYielded is all about thriving through the toughest possible situations life can possibly throw at us. And my guest today is someone who chose to thrive through an unimaginable tragedy. Scarlett Lewis, an advocate for social and emotional learning (SEL) and character development, and the founder of the nonprofit Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement, joins us today to talk about her story of losing his 6-years-old son in one of the worst mass shootings in U.S history and how she chose to become part of the solution to prevent tragic events like that bu nurturing our children to have essential life skills that help them thoughtfully react to difficult situations.

Revitalize Every Day for Peace and Growth (#052)

Your daily practices are your medicine. All you’ve got to do is slow down, tune in and listen to your body by implementing practices that will keep you in balance. You know yourself better than anyone: who are you at your core? What are those enduring character strengths and qualities that are uniquely part of who you are? What is your vision of who you want to become? All these thoughts were triggered by today’s guest, Andrea Claassen, an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, and Wild Woman Project Circle Leader. Andrea’s mission is to help women slow down, tune in, and connect to their divine body wisdom. She is also the host of the Peaceful Power Podcast, where she delivers actionable takeaways to live a more holistic lifestyle.

Thriving through Change (#051)

Once you embrace the idea that continuous change is a natural process for your growth and evolution, you will be reminded that who, what, and where you are now is a temporary condition, and my guest today is solid proof of that! Kristin Skarie is currently a Membership Manager with the Girls Scouts of Southeast Florida. Kristen has not only worked in 6 different institutions but is also the founder of Teamworks, a consulting company dedicated to building strong teams and leaders of integrity, positivity, and action. Kristen also authored the book “A Year of Nothing New – Tools for Living Lean and Green,” chronicling a year of conscious consumption and a values realignment on how one spends their time, money, and energy.

Belief as a Key to Persistence (#050)

Guest today is one of the most dedicated and successful entrepreneurs I know. His first business venture was back in 1983 when he and his brothers started Jacobs Bros. Bagels in Chicago. After eventually selling the bagels business, he stepped into the pizza industry build one of the most successful pizzerias in Chicago. Billy Jacob, the founder of the award-winning business Piece Brewery Chicago, joins us today to share his wisdom on starting a business, overcoming obstacles, and becoming successful as an entrepreneur.

Success as a Trap (#049)

My guest today is a leadership coach who has helped many organizations thrive by building leadership skills among top executives across the globe. Alison Napier is a certified executive coach, human resources consultant, and the founder of Ripple Solutions. During her long career as a senior HR leader at a Fortune 500 company, Alison has helped hundreds of leaders and teams optimize their performance. In today’s episode, Alison shares her wisdom on coaching, avoiding burnout, maintaining healthy habits, finding the courage to pursue change, and many more.

Plateau or Flow? (#048)

In today’s episode, we have a fun and insightful conversation with two guests, Bret Nelson and John Cerqueira. In two of our previous episodes, we had amazing conversations with both these guests, and today we’re talking about the concept of plateaus. Throughout the episode, we talk about what it means to be stuck in plateaus, identifying whether we’re on a plateau and some of the things we can do to move on from a plateau.

Practices for Self Worth and Wisdom (#047)

Our internal sense of being good enough and worthy of love and belonging is one of the strong traits that can heavily influence our life trajectory and how we handle challenging situations. My guest today is an expert who focuses on helping people discover their self-worth and be their own heroes. Dr. Adia Gooden is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in treating people of color through individual group and couples therapy. Her TEDx talk on cultivating unconditional self-worth has gained over 70,0000 views. Throughout today's episode, we dive into what self-worth is, how it relates to overcoming mental health challenges, and what we can do to develop our self-worth and ultimately be our own heroes.

The Power of Rebuilding Trust (#046)

Building trust is a powerful and important step towards success in personal relationships as well as professional spaces. My guest today, is a highly acclaimed leadership and team development consultant who focuses on helping organizations to become as healthy as possible. Wendy Fraser, author, consultant, and coach, joins us today to talk about the power of rebuilding trust. Wendy is a distinguished academic with a doctorate and three master’s degrees, and her book, “Trust Repair: It IS Possible!” covers proven strategies to help organizations build trust.

The Truths about Your Future (#045)

In this episode, I share the 3 fundamental truths that were the foundation of me changing my future and reinventing myself numerous times over the years. These have guided me as I’ve coached thousands of people over the years. In today’s episode, Bobbi Kahler talks about some of the key concepts that helped her reinvent her life path on multiple occasions. Bobbi shares three fundamental truths that’ll help you overcome the shadows of your past, build confidence in yourself, and take action to change your life path to a better direction.

Love Yourself Enough to Thrive with Lenore D’Anzieri (#044)

My guest today is a survivor who thrived through massive challenges that were put in her life path from a very young age. Going from being a homeless teenager to becoming a successful entrepreneur is just one of the signs of her incredible strength. Lenore D’Anzieri, certified social, emotional intelligence, and leadership coach, joins us today to share her story of thriving against incredible odds.

Chart Your Path with Conscious Learning (#043)

My guest today is an International Leadership Guru with forty years of experience and the author of fifty books, including the award-winning ‘See the Light in You.’ Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D., also known as the father of “Soft Leadership,” is a global keynote speaker and a regular contributor to the Entrepreneur Magazine, and he focuses on training a new generation of leaders through leadership education and publications. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the concept of soft leadership, practicing discipline, giving and receiving healthy feedback, managing negative influences, and more.

Escaping the Traps of Climbing with Gregg Vanourek (#042)

Our guest today is someone who has dedicated their career to helping people lead themselves toward crafting a good life with good work. Gregg Vanourek is a high-impact leadership developer, executive, and award-winning author training, teaching, and speaking on leadership and personal development. Gregg’s work has been featured in the New York Times, BusinessWeek, Entrepreneur, and his book, Triple Crown Leadership was a winner of the international book awards in 2013. In today’s episode, we dive deep into how we can avoid falling into numerous traps we find in our life paths.

Present Performance Is Not Your Full Potential (#041)

My guest is someone who had the courage to overcome huge challenges by taking responsibility of his life choices. Ted Phaeton, an anchor/meteorologist with FOX Carolina in Greenville, SC joins us today to talk all about how utilizing our full potential. Ted hosts two podcasts, No Rain No Rainbows and the Modern Man Show, where he shares his wisdom about self improvement and guiding men to have better lives. In today’s episode, we dive into what Ted learnt through his life experiences, what it takes to make huge shifts in life, Ted’s passion projects, and more.

Are You Complacent or Content? (#040)

My guest today is someone who's got the massive courage it takes to make big changes in life. John Prestigiacomo is a realtor working with Keller Williams, serving the north Atlanta metro area. John was born and grew up in New York City, and he graduated from Queens College with a degree in accounting. After twenty-five years of a successful career in a range of accounting-related roles, he made a big career shift last year to become a realtor as a way of doing things he's most passionate about. In today's episode, we talk about what inspires this transition and what John learned through this experience.

Not That Bad Is That Bad (#039)

This week on the UnYielded podcast, we have Susanne Justice Hidalgo, a life coach and a co-host of the Life Design Podcast, in which Susanne and her husband, Carlos, share their experiences to help others people. Throughout today’s episode, we have a deep conversation about identifying deep issues in a long marriage, her journey of reinventing life, self-forgiveness, cool things about living in an RV, and more.

Grieving without the Gnaw of Regret (#038)

Although living through grief may not be an easy endeavor, we can use our creativity to help us deal with grief. My guest today is someone who has mastered the art of using creative skills to thrive through grief. Morgan Tanner is an internationally collected artist and a grief coach. She uses artistic skills to help people make their lives purposeful and joyful after a loss. In today’s episode, we have a fascinating conversation about how to use artistic expression to deal with grief without regret.

Your Inner Work Unveils New Opportunities – Dominey Drew (#037)

Sometimes, life’s hardest struggles come from within ourselves. Thus, we have the power and strength to fix them if we realize that these struggles are self-created. My guest today is someone who has mastered this inner evolution. Dominey Drew is a distinguished personal and relationship coach who travels the world teaching her process of inner evolution. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, and ThriveGlobal, among many others. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Dominey Drew.

It’s Never Too Late if You’re Willing to Learn – Molly Zemek (#036)

My guest today specializes in two fascinating fields; personal development and food. Molly Zemek, a certified life and weight coach, joins us today to talk about how to maintain healthy relationships with food. Molly started her career as a chef and transitioned into life coaching. She now helps food lovers get to the root causes of their food-related issues and lose weight in a sustainable way. In today’s episode, we talk about the role food plays in our lives, food-related decisions, approaching weight loss with self-love, and more. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Molly Zemek.

Cultivating Resilience for Yourself and Others – Ben Biddick (#035)

My guest today is someone who has been passionate about helping people transform their trauma into positive change and empowerment. Ben Biddick is a veteran who served in the military as a medic following the 9/11 tragedy, and he also has worked for many years serving as a first responder and hostage negotiator. Ben co-authored the book, Get Up: The Art of Perseverance, which is an inspiring story about turning painful experiences into powerful moments. Ben is also the host of the Get Up Nation podcast, where he helps individuals, organizations, and societies to develop and sustain resilience and perseverance. In today’s episode, we talk about building resilience, overcoming mental health challenges, self-care, building trust, and more.

Enrich Your Life with Small Steps – Matt Zinman (#034)

My guest today is someone who is devoted to personally enriching the lives of millions of people by 2025. Mat Zinman is an author of Z-isms, wellness and kindness advocate, podcast host, and also the CEO of Internship Institute. Throughout today’s episode, we dive into Matt’s unique perspective on life, his entrepreneurial journey, some of the thought-provoking ideas covered in his book, including gratitude, self-kindness, the law of attraction, boundaries, growing beyond our past, and more. I hope you enjoy this conversation.

A Gateway to Growth – Georgena Eggleston (#033)

Grief and loss are inevitable things we all may come across at some point in our lives. And the way we respond to our losses is what defines where our lives are headed. My guest today is someone who has endured great loss but hasn't been broken by it. She has lived through the grief of losing three of her closest family members, and now, she helps people move beyond grief through her 20+ year private practice and reasons to live circles she created for those who have survived suicide attempts. Georgena Eggleson, trauma specialist, author, and certified body-mind therapist joins us today to talk about living through grief and making it an opportunity for growth. I hope you enjoy this conversation.

Redeem Your Ground – Doug Scott (#032)

My guest today has a fascinating story that involves following a call taking a leap of faith to pursue doing what he’s uniquely created to do. About eight years ago, he jumped out of a successful career in corporate America to follow his passion and become a landscape designer and a home and garden blogger. After his move from the corporate sector, he helps families make their exterior space more aligned with the way they uniquely want their home to be. Let’s dive into our fascinating interview with Doug Scott, the founder of Redeem Your Ground.

Conversation with a Life Enthusiast – Britt Skrabanek (#031)

My guest today is, Britt Skrabanek, one of those people whose creativity comes out in many flavors. She is a fiction author who has self-published four novels, a content strategist, and a co-founder of Superneat Marketing. She's been blogging since 2012, and last year, she launched her podcast, Love Your Enthusiasm, a podcast that helps women to pursue their greatest passion. She's also a yogi, ballet dancer, cat-mom, and life enthusiast.

Discovering Embedded Choices – Bobbi Kahler (#030)

Bobbi Kahler describes how embedded choices, options that are invisible, can keep us stuck in a plateau or a dead end. She offers 5 ways to discover where we might be overlooking choices available to us. By recognizing new choices, we can find new ways forward and sometimes major breakthroughs.

Coach Yourself Forward ft. Chris Natzke (#029)

Chris Natzke is an eighth degree black belt and master instructor and a former United States national TaeKwonDo champion. He ranks in the top 1% of all martial artists in the world. Not only is he a champion himself, but he has been training others to find their own inner champion for over four decades. He is a life leadership coach, keynote speaker and author, and his passion is sharing his unique brand of black belt leadership so others may discover the most empowered version of themselves.

Know Your Strengths for Performance and Resilience – Traci McCausland (#028)

Traci McCausland is a mother, wife, entrepreneur, and coach, where she utilizes the Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment to help her clients uncover their natural talents. She is also a breast cancer survivor. When she got the cancer diagnosis, she turned to her natural strengths to help her through that journey.

How to Dismantle the Fear of Rejection (#027)

In today's episode, I want to talk about something that I see a lot in coaching: How do we dismantle the fear of rejection? It’s the new year, and we've all been busy, setting our resolutions and writing out good goals. And no matter how smart your goals are, you're not going to make the progress you really want if you have your foot on the brake.

Let Authenticity Lead You – Mark Karake (#026)

Mark Karake is the founder and CEO of the Impact Africa Network, a nonprofit startup studio in Nairobi with a mission to ensure young, talented Africans have a chance to participate in the digital transformation of Africa as both creators and owners. After 15 years in Silicon Valley, he chose to move back to Africa to immerse himself in this economic development challenge.

What Would You Do if You Loved Yourself? – Chris Hooten (#025)

Chris Hooten is an experienced educator and collegiate administrator who specializes in volunteer management, youth development, diversity and inclusion, and relations between community members and institutions of higher learning. He holds a master's degree in higher education administration from George Washington University and a Bachelor's in political science and gender studies from Indiana University Bloomington. He has earned multiple awards and honors for his community service and commitment to educational equity, including the Kiwanis Distinguished Service and Community Service Leader awards.

My New Year’s Revelation (#024)

In this episode, I share a pivotal experience – and the critical learning -- that changed the course of my life. This experience led to my 3 fundamental truths that moved me from victim of my circumstances to ruler of my life. This week on the UnYielded podcast, Bobbi describes how hard work, though important, is not the only thing that matters for to change your life. At age 23, even though she was working 70 hours a week and making little progress, she felt hopeless about making her life better until she had a revelation on New Year’s Eve. This revelation and what she learned from it changed her life, and we hope this message will help some of you who are looking for hope and a way forward to change your life in 2021.

What’s on Your Wheel (Part 2) – Marc Lamson (#023)

This is part 2 of my interview with Marc Lamson. You can find part 1 of the interview here. I've known today's guest for many years. He is the president of ASLAN Training and Development, where he leads the charge to bring truth to the market, that be Other-Centered makes you more effective in sales as a leader and as a person. And it's more fulfilling. When he is not hard at work, he volunteers his time on a variety of boards, he is a devoted husband and father, and he spends as much time as he can out on the water with family and friends. His name is Marc Lamson, and I cannot wait for you to meet him.

What’s on Your Wheel (Part 1) – Marc Lamson (#022)

I've known today's guest for many years. He is the president of ASLAN Training and Development, where he leads the charge to bring truth to the market, that be Other-Centered makes you more effective in sales as a leader and as a person. And it's more fulfilling. When he is not hard at work, he volunteers his time on a variety of boards, he is a devoted husband and father, and he spends as much time as he can out on the water with family and friends. His name is Marc Lamson, and I cannot wait for you to meet him.

From Surviving to Thriving after a Gun Battle – Jenny Jetson (#021)

My guest today is a multiple gunshot survivor. She outwitted her attacker who had invaded her home and he was intent on killing her. She has turned that experience into her purpose, helping other survivors of violence, find their way back to a place of wholeness. Her name is Jenny Jetson, and I cannot wait for you to meet her.

Building Resilience through Mindfulness – Christine Green (#020)

My guest today is very dear friend, whom I first met back in 2004. She finds her inspiration and empowering others to grow beyond their limitations and discovering their inner strength and courage. She is an author, facilitator, speaker and minister, and has a background in business education and a master's in religious studies. She finds joy in offering seminars, workshops, and retreats, providing participants with tools and practices to expand their awareness and to overcome life's obstacles. Her name is Christine Green, and I cannot wait for you to meet her.

Aiming Your Grit at the Right Stuff – Anthony Spadafore (#019)

My guest today has 25 years of experience as a career choice scientist. And he has guided more than 3500 highly educated clients to reach their full potential. He is the founder of Pathfinders and coauthor of a best-selling career guide for young professionals called, "Now What? The Young Person's Guide to Choosing the Perfect Career."

Self Care by Caring for Others – Carol Clouse (#018)

I first met today's guest when she was a customer service rep at a company that is one of my clients. She was so good at her job that we would play her calls and training examples of what best-in-class service sounds like. She then decided to make the transition to a regional sales rep at that company.

Unleash the Quiet Power of Intention (Part 2) – Andy Williams (#017)

This is part two (part 1 is here-episode016) of my interview with Andy Williams, whose super power is being intentional. We cover things like how sometimes a masterplan can obscure better opportunities. We also discuss how he and his wife have built their marriage very intentionally. We discuss the value of pushing a comfort zone right up to what he calls the delusional zone. We also talk about how he views failure, and finally, we discuss his thoughts on leadership.

Unleash the Quiet Power of Intention (Part 1) – Andy Williams (#016)

This is part 1 (part 2 is here-episode017) of a rare two-part episode because we covered so many valuable insights, tools and hacks that we couldn't fit them all into just one episode. My guest today is Andy Williams, a solution facilitator, and he is at his best when he's helping others solve complex problems that require new approaches and new ways of thinking. Those around him and closest to him tell him that his super power is being intentional. And after talking with him, I completely agree. After a successful career with a heavy focus on sales effectiveness, he is currently on a sabbatical from full-time work, putting first things first and will soon be gearing up to help launch and scale a technology startup.

Twisting and Turning toward Success – Chris White (#015)

If you have ever thought to yourself, “I have the career and the success that I worked so hard for, and that I really thought I wanted, but for some reason, I’m still not happy. What is wrong with me?” Then this episode might shed some light for you. My guest today, Chris White, is the author of the Amazon bestseller, the Six Habits of Highly Effective Sales Engineers.

Strength from Family and Community Bonds – Judy Corkery (#014)

My guest today has one of the most beautiful spirits that I have ever encountered. She was widowed at a very young age with six children. Her story is one of community coming together, of finding your way forward one day at a time, and of always having hope. I absolutely loved getting to know her.

Masterclass on Personal Effectiveness – Bret Nelson (#013)

Talking with Bret Nelson today has been like taking a masterclass in personal effectiveness. He's the director of sales excellence for IHS Market and is responsible for developing leaders. He is a certified human capital strategist and holds a master of organizational leadership from Gonzaga University.

Bobbi’s Story and the Why of UnYielded – Bobbi Kahler with John Cerqueira (#012)

Why did Bobbi create the UnYielded podcast? Bobbi Kahler tells stories of her own life that explain why she cares so much about giving a voice to those who have thrived through difficult challenges.

From Striving to Answering the Call of Music – Stanton Lanier (#011)

Stanton Lanier has navigated some crossroads and big transitions. He went from being a chemistry major to having a 15-year business career to being a financial planner, to becoming a composer and pianist known around the world. He now has composed and recorded 12 albums and his music touches 5 million lives annually across 140 countries. I encourage you to check out his music for a dose of peace, inspiration, and hope. In 2004, he founded a nonprofit ministry called Music to Light the World, which has donated 75,000 CDs to cancer patients and others needing hope and healing.

For the Love of Deliberate Practice – Dennis Stanton (#10)

Dennis Stanton fell in love with basketball at an early age. He had his ups and downs with the sport, but his senior year in college, he was an All American and led the nation in scoring. He played professionally in Europe. He is an athletic director at Souderton Area High School, as well as the founder of Every Level Basketball, where he trains thousands of kids every year. The context may be basketball, but trust me, what he's teaching is life skills.

My Baby is Blind? Resilience after a “Suckerpunch” – Kristin Smedley (#009)

Kristin Smedley had the perfect life with a great job, wonderful home, nice car, and then children. But just a few months into motherhood, a doctor explained that her baby boy was blind. She believed in that moment that all the dreams she had for him and for the family were gone. Listen to her story of bouncing back from a "sucker punch," as she calls it, and leading her kids to live inspiring lives without limits.

Thriving Through Uncertainty – Tony Bond (#008)

Tony Bond is the Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer of Great Place to Work, the global research and analytics firm that produces the annual Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for, the World's Best Workplaces list, the 100 Best Workplace for women list, the Best Workplaces for Diversity, and of other distinguished workplace rankings around the world. Tony has served as a trusted advisor for executives at some of the most successful global organizations, including the National Basketball Association, Coca Cola, Whole Foods, and American Express. As you'll hear in the conversation, he is adept at leadership and personal transformation.

Breast Cancer Survivor Pays it Forward – Sarah Corkery (#007)

Sarah Corkery is the very definition of a go getter. When I listened to everything that she does, I think to myself, she just must have more hours in the day than the rest of us. She is one of those people that when she sees a need, she immediately asks herself, "What can I do to help?" When you add that to her inspiring story of being a two-time breast cancer survivor, a mom to three beautiful children, including a boy who is legally blind, and she has a full time job as the VP of marketing at Veridian Credit Union, you just have to ask yourself, is there truly nothing this woman can't do?

Fulfilling a Life of Purpose: Melissa Eick (#006)

Melissa Eick is the epitome of being fueled by purpose. She understands the challenges of making her dreams come true. She is the co-founder and the director of communications and development at the Dragonfly Home, a nonprofit in Oklahoma city, serving victims of human trafficking. She is an attorney, a writer, and a seasoned speaker.

Multiplying Joy in a Growing Family – Dan and Lisa Aylward (#005)

I first heard of Dan and Lisa Aylward's story a few years ago, and it touched me deeply. It is a story of a remarkable journey and one of deep faith, faith in each other, and faith in God. They've been married now for 21 years. They have 5 kids, all still at home, and a beautiful golden retriever. Lisa is busy keeping up with the demands of the family, which includes the medical needs to the two youngest, who were adopted in 2013. Dan is on the board of directors and a founding member of Abilita, a nationwide telecommunications and consulting organization.

UnYielded: Just Start – Bobbi Kahler (#004)

Bobbi Kahler describes one of her signature mindsets, Just Start, with several stories, examples, and methods for breaking through comfort zones to move forward on any goal, project, or journey.

From $100 Piece to $100 Million – Adam Adams (#003)

In 2005, Adam Adams bought a small piece of land for $100 to start a part-time investing business. That turned into a passion for creative real estate and entrepreneurial ventures worth $100 million in 2020. Adam discusses the many challenges he faced over the years and how he remained relentless to make his dreams come true.

From College Basketball Star to Sales Team Leader – Pat Carroll (#002)

Pat Carroll was among the top college shooting guards in the country during the 2003-2004 NCAA basketball season when his team, the St. Joseph's Hawks, made their run to the Elite Eight. Pat turned his love for team sports achievement into a passion for studying the science and skills of great team leaders and a career developing individuals and teams in sports and business to achieve top performance. Hear what he has to say about reaching peak performance through deliberate practice and growth mindset.

9-11 Hero from Calamity to Reinvention – John Cerqueira (#001)

John Cerquiera was one of the heroes of 9-11, carrying a disabled woman from the 68th floor of Tower One just minutes before it collapsed. Through this experience and his career as a strategic sales professional, he has helped people learn to work through adversity, grief, and to build more meaningful, satisfying lives.

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