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Ep 65: The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide “High performance is 90% mental. And most of that mental edge comes from being able to control your thoughts.” — Dr Michael Gervais Welcome to my fourth annual holiday gift guide! Each year, I share the items that have made the biggest impact in my life throughout the year, and I know they’ll do the same for you or for someone else if you’re giving it as a gift. The Day Won Mastermind (almost fully booked!):

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Ep 63: Dream Big, Chase Hard with Gail Becker (founder, Caulipower) “If you want to be happy, set a goal that commands your thoughts, liberates your energy and inspires your hopes.” — Andrew Carnegie Want free pizza? Listen to the full episode

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Ep 61: Finding Mastery with Dr Michael Gervais “If people knew how hard I worked to get my mastery, it wouldn't seem so wonderful at all.” – Michelangelo You’re in for a treat today! Dr Michael Gervais is the world’s leading expert on the relationship between the mind and elite performance. As a sport and performance psychologist, Dr Gervais has spent his 20-year career with world class performers and organizations in every field. His clients include world record holders, Olympians, internationally acclaimed music artists, Fortune 50 CEO’s, sporting organizations like the Seattle Seahawks, and MVPs from every major sport. Dr Gervais holds a PhD in psychology, specializing in sport performance, and a master’s degree in kinesiology. There’s nothing airy-fairy here. All his work is research-based and is the proven guide to elite performance.  In this episode, we’re going to talk about: What the top 0.1% of the world’s best performers do differently How to achieve mastery in the home Why ‘purpose’ beats

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Ep 59: Use Your Voice to Change the World with Ronsley Vaz “Our greatest gift lies next to our deepest wound.” – Philip McKernan Ready to use the power of podcasting to change your life? Our guest today will show you how to do just that. Download The Recurring Results Roadmap for Podcasters™:

Ep 58: How to Scale Your Business with Greg Connolly (founder / CEO, Trifecta) “The people who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do.” – Steve Jobs If you want to learn how to scale your business, this is the episode for you! Greg Connolly is the CEO of Trifecta, a company that he founded with his sister Elizabeth in 2015. Today, Trifecta is the largest organic meal delivery service in the USA, with USD $120M+ in annual recurring revenue. Both Greg and Elizabeth had experienced all the highs, lows, and frustrations of trying to eat healthy – they tried weekly meal prep, reheating frozen food, ordering expensive meal deliveries – but deep down they knew that systematizing their diets was the key to making a sustainable habit of eating healthy.  What they wanted didn't exist, so they created it. Since inception, Trifecta has helped 200,000+ people get into shape.  Join the Win the Day group on Facebook:

Ep 57: Driven Young with Byron Dempsey “To avoid criticism, say nothing, do nothing, and be nothing.” – Aristotle Byron Dempsey is doing some incredible work to empower young people and shake up the educational system. Through his Driven Young brand and the Driven Young Podcast, Byron’s amassed 600K+ social media followers, 300K+ podcast downloads, and 15M+ TikTok likes. After learning more in two months as an entrepreneur than he did through all of high school, Byron initiated a movement where he teaches practical life skills that aren’t taught in schools so young people are equipped with all they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Join the Win the Day group on Facebook:

Episode 56: How to Blast the Mediocrity Mindset with Sebastian Terry (founder, 100 Things) “Being realistic is the most common path to mediocrity.” ― Will Smith In his mid-20s, Seb was travelling overseas when he received a call that changed his life forever. One of his best friends had passed away at the age of 24. That tragic moment made Seb ask himself a simple question, “Am I happy?” The answer was a resounding “No.” Immediately after, Seb wrote out a list of 100 things he wanted to do, which he hoped would transform his life – and it’s done exactly that. Join the Win the Day group on Facebook:

Episode 55: How to Raise Strong, Healthy and Resilient Children with Dr. Nicole Beurkens “The best kind of parent you can be is to lead by example.” — Drew Barrymore We’ve got a BIG surprise in store for you today! We’re joined by Dr. Nicole Beurkens, who is widely regarded as the world’s leading holistic child psychologist. As the only doctoral licensed clinical psychologist with advanced degrees in psychology, education, and nutrition, there’s no one more qualified to reveal proven strategies and the latest research to raise strong, healthy, and resilient children. Join the Win the Day group on Facebook:

Episode 54: The #1 Habit to Boost Your Intelligence with Jeff Brown “You will be the same person in five years as you are today except for the people you meet and the books you read.” — Charlie ‘Tremendous’ Jones In this episode, we dive into the ONE superpower that has catapulted the most renowned people on the planet to massive success. For 30+ years, Jeff Brown has earned his living behind a microphone; first as an award-winning broadcaster and, more recently, as an award-nominated podcaster, consultant, and speaker. Join the Win the Day group on Facebook:

Episode 53: How to Unlock Your FULL Potential (and Confidence) with Nada Lena “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Our guest today is Nada Lena, who is the founder / CEO of Rise Up For You, a two-time TED speaker, a #1 bestselling author, and a leadership and career confidence coach. Nada’s time as both a college professor and a former top executive for an education corporation gave her an intimate understanding of how education, empowerment, and leadership fuse together for massive transformation. She has toured the world as a singer, has a Master’s degree in Administrative Leadership, and has coached and mentored 50,000+ individuals around the world on self-empowerment, career strategy, and soft skills. Nada has been featured in media all over the world, has spoken on some of the most renowned stages, and her company, Rise Up For You, has been featured in and worked with brands such as CBS, LA Fitness, and Google. Nada believes that in order to c

Episode 52: How to Find Your Purpose (and Live It!) with Simon T. Bailey “In times of change learners inherit the earth; while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists.” – Eric Hoffer Our guest today is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, bestselling author of 10+ books, and is in high demand from some of the world’s most recognized companies to help them transform their customer experience. But you probably know Simon T. Bailey from the Goalcast video that went viral in 2018 and has since amassed almost 100 million views. Simon’s SPARK framework is based on 30+ years’ experience in the hospitality industry, which included working as Sales Director for the Disney Institute, based at Walt Disney World Resort. He was recently awarded a Doctorate of Science in Business Administration for his global impact. Simon’s purpose is to disrupt people’s mental habits so they can lead countries, companies, and communities differently. And, as I’m sure you’ll notice (especiall

Episode 51: Your Blueprint to Health and Wealth with Yuri Elkaim “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill Our guest today is a New York Times bestselling author, former professional athlete, and the founder / CEO of Healthpreneur®. As one of the world’s top business strategists, Yuri Elkaim has helped more than half a million people to take ownership of their health.   After dealing with a host of health issues as a teenager, Yuri eventually lost all of his hair at 17 years old to an autoimmune condition. This, along with his passion for sports (which led him down the path of playing professional soccer in his early 20s), propelled him into the health and fitness field. Yuri’s authentic and caring approach allowed him to build a successful online health empire, while providing him the platform to write three bestselling books and share his message on major media outlets such as Dr. Oz and The Doctors.  With Healthpreneur, Yuri and his team h

Episode 50: 12 Lessons to Win the Day (All-star Edition) “Each day, if you do not make the decision to win, you have automatically made the decision to lose.” – James Whittaker In honor of our 50th episode, here are the 12 best tips to win the day, every day. Welcome to the Win the Day All-Star Edition! We'll go through: The #1 mistake people make with gratitude How to remain calm and productive in complete chaos The simple method to achieve your financial goals How to manifest your ideal outcome (in your optimal state!), and An important question to 10x your influence, impact, and income. Featured in this episode: Gabby Reece Kerwin Rae John Assaraf Adam Carroll Dr Sonja Stribling Keith Ferrazzi Rob Angel Coss Marte Emily Fletcher And more! GIVEAWAY: What was your favorite tip? Let us know in either the comments on the YouTube video or in a review on Apple Podcasts. We’ll then pick out THREE lucky people to receive a signed copy of Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy delivered to

Episode 49: Fit for Success with Nick Shaw “No matter what your ability is, effort is what ignites that ability and turns it into accomplishment.” – Dr Carol Dweck Nick Shaw is co-founder of Renaissance Periodization (RP), a multi-million-dollar health and fitness company that has improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of clients around the world. Through its leading programs, technologies, and team of PhDs on staff, RP gives its subscribers an easy to follow nutrition plan that fits neatly into your schedule so you can achieve your health / fitness goals.  Nick has also personally coached numerous world-class athletes including CrossFit Games champions, international weightlifters, UFC fighters, Navy SEALs, and Olympians. However, tragedy struck in January 2020 when Nick’s wife, Lori Shaw, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. Shortly after the diagnosis, the COVID pandemic swept the world, forcing the Shaw family to juggle homeschooling, chemotherapy treatments, and navigating th

Episode 48: Changing the Game with Pictionary® founder Rob Angel “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” – Steve Jobs Rob Angel was in his mid-twenties and working in Seattle as a waiter, earning $2/hour plus tips. With no business experience, plan, or money, Rob created the phenomenally successful and iconic board game Pictionary®. Within four years, and with only two employees, Pictionary became the biggest selling board game in the world. For the next 15 years, Rob shepherded Pictionary to worldwide sales of more than 38 million games in over 60 countries and 45 languages. It had also appeared in blockbuster films like When Harry Met Sally and TV shows like Friends, not to mention the countless licensing deals with brands such as The Simpsons and Austin Powers. After an incredible ride, Rob said goodbye to his baby, selling the phenomenally successful Pictionary to toy giant Mattel. Rob just released Game Changer, which is a Wall Street Journal bestselling book that reveals th

Episode 47: The Heart of Humanity with NFL Legend Nick Lowery “Certain things catch your eye, but pursue only those that capture your heart.” – Native American proverb Nick Lowery is a philanthropist and Hall of Fame athlete, but his entry into the NFL was anything but smooth. Nick was released or rejected 11 times by eight NFL teams before finally given a chance by the Chiefs who, as history proves, made a hell of a return on their investment. Retiring after 18 seasons in the NFL, Nick is widely regarded as the most valuable kicker of all time, achieving records for most field goals in NFL history, most accurate field-goal kicker in NFL history, and all-time leading point scorer for the Chiefs. But Nick is far from the athlete stereotype you might imagine. He attended Harvard University where he graduated with a Masters degree from the Kennedy School of Government. Among his extraordinary list of accomplishments, Nick has: served three US Presidents as an advisor on youth and drug policy in the White House;

Episode 46: Travel, Truth and Transformation with Laura Latimer “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.”— Helen Keller Laura Latimer is an international speaker, a leader in healthcare tech, and a pioneer in the no-code / low-code movement of entrepreneurship. Her heart beats for empowering women and improving the lives of travel healthcare workers.  Laura started her company, Nomadicare, without the usual resources people have. She had barely any experience, no training, and certainly no external funding. But the one thing she did have was a lot of heart. And if you’ve read any of my books, you’ll know that the right attitude makes all the difference. While working in the healthcare industry, Laura experienced a problem firsthand and said to herself, “You know what? I’m going to be the one to fix this!” In that pivotal moment, her mission to revolutionize travel healthcare was born.  Today, Laura is part of the 2% of women entrepreneurs who generate over USD $1 million of annual reven