Win The Day With James Whittaker

“Champions don't show up to get everything they want; they show up to give everything they have.” — Alexander den Heijer After fearing for their lives during the Iranian Revolution of 1978, Shaahin Cheyene’s family fled the country – leaving everything behind – and eventually found a new home in Los Angeles, California. At 15 years old, Shaahin left home with nothing but the clothes on his back. A few short years later, he kickstarted the “smart drug” movement and was at the helm of a business empire that spanned the globe and would bring in more than $1 billion in revenue by his 20th birthday. The product? “Herbal Ecstacy”, a LEGAL party drug, that took the music world by storm – and caught the fierce attention of disgruntled drug dealers, big pharma, and of course federal authorities. Today, he is the Founder / CEO of Accelerated Intelligence, which provides supplements, nutrition, and research to support optimal brain health and well-being. He’s also a major ‘Fulfillment by Amazon’ seller, the lead coach a

I just got back from an incredible weekend at the Pathfinder Mastermind in Austin, TX. It's my favorite mastermind as an attendee (I haven't missed it since first attending it four year ago) and I got a LOT of takeaways. In this episode, I'm going to hook you up with all the best things I've learned. Remember, a single idea implemented can make all the difference... Once you've listened to the episode, drop a comment in the Win the Day group to let me know your favorite takeaway. _ Help someone else Win the Day:

“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.” — Jackie Robinson Joshua Kalinowski is a former pro baseball player who empowers people to live a life of exceptional impact, influence, and faith. His athletic career, which culminated in playing for the Colorado Rockies MLB team, taught him how taking risks, being disciplined, and committing to a larger vision all helped overcome short-term adversity and make incremental progress on your dreams. Today, Josh is the CEO of Man-Made, where he helps ambitious men rise to their potential and thrive in the five core areas of their lives (faith, family, fitness, finance, future). He is also a business coach, bestselling author, motivational speaker, podcast host, and CEO of eight companies. When he’s not changing the world, he’s being a committed husband and father to four children. In this episode: The dizzying highs and crushing lows of his career as a pro athlete How he forged a new purpose-driven mission to help inspire others The bigge

There's a LOT of hype around podcasting to this day, as there should be, so in this episode I'm going to share 10 lessons from making it to 100 podcasts that can help you on your journey. If you don’t have a podcast or have no interest in having a podcast, this is probably not the best episode for you so go and check out one of the other episodes in our catalog. But if you do want to build your authority, grow your income, and establish relationships at the highest level, you’ll get a ton of value out of this episode. Enjoy... _ Help someone else Win the Day:

“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.” — Michelangelo Dr Mark Goulston is one of the world’s top communication experts. As a professor of psychiatry at UCLA for over 25 years – and a former FBI and police hostage negotiation trainer – Dr Goulston’s expertise has been forged and proven in the crucible of real-life, high stakes situations. He’s a corporate consultant for some of the world’s most renowned organizations – including Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch, Disney, and the FBI – where he helps their teams become the best version of themselves. Dr Goulston is also a contributor to Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Psychology Today; a TEDx speaker; and author of nine books, including smash hit Just Listen which has been translated into 20+ languages. He’s been named one of America's Top Psychiatrists and has appeared on Oprah, CNN, and The Today Show. In this episode: How to initiate hard conversations to build the connection with loved ones What families who have been affe

Let's answer some questions from the Win the Day community! To submit your question to be covered on the next episode, send us an email to info@jameswhitt.com. In this episode: How can I get confident on camera? I’m on a motivation rut. How do I get out of it? Do you ever have trouble sleeping because you can’t switch your brain off? If so, how do you handle it? What do you do to find balance with family, career, and health? I have a book coming out soon. What’s the best way to get my friends to support? _ Help someone else Win the Day:

“Change is painful, but nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don't belong.” — Mandy Hale There’s been a lot of hype in the last few years about the metaverse and Web 3.0. A lot of confusion, misconceptions, and misinformation. Our guest today is here to help us navigate all that – and then some... Kirin Sinha is the Founder and CEO of Illumix, one of the world's leading augmented reality (AR) companies. Kirin has degrees in electrical engineering, computer science, and mathematics from MIT, as well as advanced degrees in mathematics, statistics, and business from the University of Cambridge, London School of Economics, and Stanford. She was listed as Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2022, and was honored as one of Variety's “10 Innovators to Watch''. Since launching in 2017, Illumix has powered digital-physical experiences across the metaverse, ranging from entertainment to commerce, and bridges the 2D and 3D world through their breakthrough technology. Illumix has been recognized by Fast Company and Goo

Real leadership is about leadership of self. That determines your beliefs, which determines your actions, which determines your relationships. In this episode, I'm going to share a personal story from a horrible leader I once had — and what you need to do to make sure you can strengthen the bond you have with all those around you. _ Help someone else Win the Day:

“If you are going through hell, keep going.” — Winston Churchill You've heard of 007. Well, today we get to sit down with a real life ‘00’... Ollie Ollerton is a UK Special Forces operative, 4x bestselling author, and star of hit television series’ SAS: Who Dares Wins and SAS Australia. His military career began at the age of 18 when he joined the Royal Marine Commandos and toured operationally in Northern Ireland and Iraq. After five years as a Commando, Ollie was recommended for SAS Special Forces Selection. Ollie then spent six years in the Special Boat Service (SBS) where he undertook high profile missions in counter narcotics, counter terrorism, homeland security, and humanitarian work. After leaving the Special Forces, Ollie held roles as a private security contractor in Iraq, project manager for major infrastructure projects in the Middle East (where he also trained a 2,000-strong Iraqi guard force), and as a bodyguard instructor for private projects and government officials. In addition, Ollie infiltr

Stop focusing on consistency... It's one of the biggest killers of goals — both personally and professionally. In this episode, I'll reveal exactly what you need to focus on instead, so you can starting turning those big dreams of yours into reality. _ Help someone else Win the Day:

“I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.” — Oscar Wilde Ben Goodwin is a college dropout who — alongside business partner David Lester – launched OLIPOP as the world’s first clinically-validated soft drink that’s good for digestive health. Valued at US $200M+, OLIPOP is available in more than 20,000 stores (including Whole Foods, Walmart and Target) and has an A-list of investors such as the Jonas Brothers, Camila Cabello, Priyanka Chopra, and Gwyneth Paltrow. Raised on the standard American diet, and enduring a traumatic childhood, Ben had an epiphany at 14 where he began focusing on exercise and nutrition for the first time. Through that process, he lost 50 pounds and developed a love for how the things we put in our bodies contribute to physical and mental health – especially the human microbiome. OLIPOP has taken off and been heralded as the most disruptive innovation in the soda category since Diet Coke in 1981. In this episode: » How a traumatic childhood shaped the man he is to

"Decisions shape destiny." In this episode, we deconstruct the most important — and foundational — component of the Win the Day mentality. Enjoying the show?

"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart." — Helen Keller Dr. John Gray is the author of mega-bestseller, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. It’s been named one of the most influential books of all time and was the #1 best-selling hardcover book of the 1990s. His work unites communication, nutrition, and health, to create the brain and body chemistry for lasting well-being, happiness, and romance. Dr. Gray is a prolific author, with more than 20 books available in 50 languages in 150+ countries. Video version of this episode:

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“Every adversity, every failure, every heartbreak, carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit.” – Napoleon Hill Karen Dwyer is a TEDx speaker, award-winning health coach, and founder of MS to Success. After a career leading multi-million-dollar businesses in finance, media, and luxury retail, Karen received a debilitating multiple sclerosis diagnosis that caused her to rethink every aspect of her life. Through a rollercoaster, Karen now lives symptom-free – creating a complete shift in her mental, physical, and emotional well-being – and is on a mission to help others do the same. Through her keynote presentations, Talk Healing to Me podcast, and MS to Success programs – as well as the latest scientific research on neuroplasticity, nutrition, and movement – she is helping people all over the world to take charge of their own health and happiness. Video version of this episode:

Today, I’m going to share a concept with you that’ll help protect your energy, get around the right people, and start setting your sights on loftier goals that you know, and I know, you’re capable of achieving. _ Help someone else Win the Day:

“If we don't end war, war will end us.” — H. G. Wells Denny Denholm is a globally recognized boxing trainer, author of Fighting Your Demons, and Royal Marine Commando. His extraordinary life led him to Iraq where he played a vital role in the rebuild and served as Head of Security for the Iraqi Government. Denny has been an A-list bodyguard, celebrity personal trainer, founder of multiple boxing gyms, and even fought against child sex slavery. In 2022, he was recruited as Global Operations Director for BreakPoint, a UK-based disruptive consulting company run by Ollie Ollerton, the star of SAS: Who Dares Wins and SAS Australia. Video version of this episode:

Positive relationships are the greatest amplifier you can have. And, since marriage is the greatest external investment you’ll ever make, this episode is dedicated to eight tips for a better marriage. _ Go a question for me? I'll answer it for your in Ep 100 of the show — coming up VERY soon! To ask your question, send us an email or post a comment in the Win the Day group:

“Nothing is more powerful than an idea whose time has come.” — Victor Hugo Wes Dening is an Australian award-winning entrepreneur, producer, and content creator. He has developed, sold, and produced critically-acclaimed content for an array of media platforms, and has grown content businesses around the world. As founder of production company WDE, Wes has developed programs that are broadcast in 50+ countries worldwide, including Big Crazy Family Adventure, The Stafford Brothers, and The Flying Winemaker. In 2016, he joined Eureka Productions where he has since executive produced shows like Dating Around (Netflix), Finding Magic Mike (HBO Max), and Crikey! It’s the Irwins (Animal Planet). Wes also produces the miniature golf show Holey Moley alongside three-time NBA champion Steph Curry, which debuted as one of the most-watched new series premieres on US television. Video version of this episode:

On this episode, I’m going to share one of my all-time favorite quotes and how you can use it to achieve mastery in whatever field you like. Go a question for me? I'll answer it for your in Ep 100 of the show — coming up VERY soon! To ask your question, send us an email or post a comment in the Win the Day group: