Everywhere you turn this time of year, you’ll see someone telling you how to set New Year’s Resolutions. And, while I think there is validity to setting up resolutions correctly, there just doesn’t seem to be a lot of new information.
Everyone knows how to set goals. We’ve all heard of SMART goals (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-sensitive – or some variation of that) but, is setting goals really the problem?
Do you really have a hard time dreaming? Do you really have a hard time envisioning the future? Do you really have a hard time thinking about what you would like to do over the next twelve months?
I would argue that most don’t have a problem with this. In fact, I don’t think most people have a problem even getting started. Most people can easily get fired up about something for a week or two or even a month.
So, rather than tell you how to set New Year's Resolutions, I'm going to teach you how to KEEP THEM!
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We talk a lot about success on this show. In fact, the word gets tossed around so much that it's lost a lot of it's significance.
My friend, and guest today, Andy Frisella, joins me to talk about what success is and isn't, the struggles motivated and ambitous men face, his new children's book, and our obligation to teach principles of success to our children as our legacy.
ANDY FRISELLA
Andy Frisella is an entrepreneur and innovator. At the age of 19, Andy and his business partner, started their first supplement store and his since grown it into a multi-million dollar business.
Today their companies, Supplement Superstores, 1st Phorm International, Alpine Sports Products, Carbon Fire Nutrition, Paradise Distribution, and Frisella & Klein Enterprises, sell, manufacture, and distribute fitness, nutrition, and weight loss products exceeding sales in excess of $100 million per year.
In 2014, he was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year by Secret Entourage Academy which is the world’s leading online community of entrepreneurs.
His podcast, The MFCO, consistently ranks in the top 50 of all business podcasts and top 15 in the marketing and management category. His Periscope Channel is one of the Top 20 most popular accounts in the entire world.
Ultimately, he is a world-class motivator. His goal is to help 1 billion people accomplish their goals and dreams.
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Today, we talk about Invictus.
Most of society believes, or lives life, as if someone or something else is in control. Whether you call it fate or destiny or something else entirely, it's wrong.
The problem with believing, or at least adhering to, the notion that you don’t have control over your life is that you give away any power you have in doing something about it.
Today we talk about 5 excuses you'll need to eliminate from your life and the mindset required to do it.
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50 Ironmans in 50 states in 50 days: This is what my guest, James "Iron Cowboy" set out to do. Everyone said it was impossible. Nobody thought it could be done. He disagreed.
In 2015, James set out for the impossible and 50 days later completed what he set out to do in the face of overwhemling odds, physical damage, mental exhaustion, and obstacle after obstacle to overcome.
Today he shares his journey.
JAMES "IRON COWBOY" LAWRENCE
James Lawrence is an endurance athlete and Ironman triathlete. He holds two Guinness World Records in 70.3 and 140.6 triathlon racing.
In 2012, James shattered the World Record by over 10 races, winning 2 titles and placing 2nd in five others.
After 2012, James "Iron Cowboy" Lawrence wanted to test the true limits of his mind and body and wanted people around the world to join him in an effort to raise money for childhood obesity and empower them to take control of their own lives.
So, he set out for the unthinkable: 50 Full Distance Courses, 50 Consecutive days, through all 50 States. He'd cover 140.6 miles each and every day, for 50 consecutive days. A 2.4 mile swim, followed by a 112 mile bike ride and then finishing up by covering 26.2 more miles, which is the marathon.
In 2015, he completed what everyone else said was impossible. This is his story.
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Stocism is the philisophy of focusing on perception, action, and will. Most people have a misconception of what Stoicism actually is - that it ends with thought and contemplation.
Stoicism however, is the ability to focus on what you can control and turning that into the action neccesary to propel your life and the lives of those you have an obligation and responsibility for.
In this episode, we talk about the three keys to Stoicism and additional resources you'll need to delve into on your journey to become a Stoic Man.
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Why do men like to fight and why do we like to watch? These are questions I’ve asked myself before and ones that we attempt to answer with my guest today Jonathan Gottschall, an English professor with some real-world experience in MMA.
Today we talk about the nature of fighting, how fighting has evolved, the role honor plays in combat, and where the desire to make men more civilized comes from.
JONATHAN GOTTSCHALL
Jonathan Gottshcall is a Distinguished Fellow in the English Department at Washington & Jefferson College.
His research at the intersection of science and art has been covered in outlets like The New York Times, Scientific American, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Chronicle of Higher Education, Nature, and NPR.
Jonathan is also the author of seven books, including The Storytelling Animal, which was a New York Times Editor's Choice Selection and a finalist for the LA Times Book Prize.
When he was 39, a cage fighting gym opened across from the English Department. He asked myself, "What would Hemingway do?" The answer is in his latest book, The Professor in the Cage: Why Men Fight and Why We Like to Watch.
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A lighthouse does not adapt, conform, or bend to the will of others or what society says about the way it should behave. A lighthouse is the rock others will look to. Are you acting like the rock – the lighthouse?
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Negotiation is a skill all of us, as men, can and should improve. Whether you're talking a criminal into releasing hostages (like my guest has done) or negotiation a pay raise or promotion, the art and science of negotiating is going to serve you well.
Today my guest, former lead international kidnapping negotiator for the FBI, Chris Voss joins me to talk about the characteristics of a great negotiator, how powerful your words can actually be, why you should be going for a 'no' as opposed to a 'yes' and how to use what he calls tactical empathy to your benefit.
CHRIS VOSS
Chris Voss is the Founder and CEO of the Black Swan Group Ltd and author of Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It.
He has used his years of experience in international crisis and high-stakes negotiations to develop a unique program and team that applies these globally proven techniques to the business world.
Prior to 2008, Chris was the lead international kidnapping negotiator for the FBI, as well as the FBI’s hostage negotiation representative for the National Security Council’s Hostage Working Group.
During his government career, he also represented the U.S. Government at two (2) international conferences sponsored by the G-8 as an expert in kidnapping.
Chris also served as the lead Crisis Negotiator for the New York City Division of the FBI. Christopher was a member of the New York City Joint Terrorist Task Force for 14 years.
He was trained in the art of negotiation by not only the FBI but Scotland Yard and Harvard Law School. He is also a recipient of the Attorney General’s Award for Excellence in Law Enforcement and the FBI Agents Association Award for Distinguished and Exemplary Service.
Chris currently teaches business negotiation in the MBA program as an adjunct professor at University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business and at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business.
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“Hold Fast” was used as a nautical term referring to the importance of securing a ship’s rigging especially in bad weather but it has implications in our every day life too.
Here are 5 strategies you can use to "hold fast" when everything seems to be crumbling around you.
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Teamwork is something we hear a lot about but it’s not something that we typically delve into too much because we’re all expected to know what it means to be a team player.
Teamwork is the fastest way to growth and success in just about any endeavor in life and my guest today, retired Navy SEAL Chris Sajnog, is here to tell us how Navy SEALs operate as a team, how to reach others in a constructive manner, how to recognize strengths in others, and how to help your team thrive.
CHRIS SAJNOG
Chris Sajnog is a retired Navy SEAL Master Firearms Instructor, Neural-Pathway Training Expert, Speaker and Disabled Veteran Small Business Owner. He is one of the most experienced and respected firearms trainers in the world, being hand-selected to develop the training program for the US Navy SEAL Snipers. As a Navy SEAL he was the senior sniper instructor, a certified Master Training Specialist (MTS), BUD/S and advanced training marksmanship instructor.
After retiring from the SEAL Teams in 2009 to spend time with his family, Chris began training civilians and law enforcement officers. He is the founder of the New Rules of Marksmanship, a revolutionary approach to firearms training and has a passion for finding innovative ways to teach elite-level shooting skills online as rapidly as possible to his students.
He is a federal and state certified firearms instructor and has trained DOD, DHS, FBI, CIA, Law Enforcement, and multiple foreign allies in all aspects of combat weapons handling, marksmanship, and tactics.
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If you’re anything like me, you have a ton on your plate and want to make sure every minute of every day is being used as best it can.
You guys know as well as I do that the most successful men in the world have the same amount of time in any given day but, the one thing they do better than others, is spend that time in the best possible way. They don’t squander it on meaningless or trivial matters – they make every second count.
Today I share ten tips, tricks, and tactics to ensure you are maximizing your results.
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Work/Life Balance, it’s a term that gets tossed around a lot but is it even possible to achieve? With all that we have going on as men, it seems impossible to manage at times.
My guest today, Larry Hagner, with the Good Dad Project, shares with me about how to create more purposeful time, why it’s easier to be driven at home than at work, and what it means to life with work/life integration.
LARRY HAGNER
Larry Hagner is an author, speaker, coach, podcaster, and founder of the Good Dad Project.
The Good Dad Project is dedicated to helping men become the best version of themselves so they can show up big for their kids.
Larry grew up in a fatherless environment for most of his life and when he became a father himself 9 years ago he had no idea what to do. All he knew is that he didn’t want to fail. He dove into self improvement, he worked with coaches and mentors, and created the Good Dad Project to help other men with their struggles.
Larry has recently published a book called “The Dad’s Edge: 9 Simple Ways to Unlimited Patience, Improved Relationships, and Positive Lasting Memories.” He has also created an online course called: “The Dad’s Edge: 6 Simple Strategies to Empowering your Journey as a Dad.”
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If you’re anything like me, you have a ton on your plate and want to make sure every minute of every day is being used as best it can.
You guys know as well as I do that the most successful men in the world have the same amount of time in any given day but, the one thing they do better than others, is spend that time in the best possible way. They don’t squander it on meaningless or trivial matters – they make every second count.
Today I share ten tips, tricks, and tactics to ensure you are maximizing your results.
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No doubt by now you've either heard of obstacle course racing or have participated in one. Whether you take pleasure in submitting yourself to pain and discomfort or not, I can tell you that these types of races have helped me push beyond my perceived limitations.
Today writer and director, Scott Keneally, joins me to talk about his documentary, Rise of the Sufferfests, the driving force behind the incredible growth of obstacle course racing, and what you can learn about yourself through participating in a race of your own.
SCOTT KENEALLY
Scott Keneally is the writer/director behind Rise of the Sufferfests, the first feature documentary about the global obstacle course racing phenomenon. The film explores the history of the sport, psychology behind it, personalities that drive it, and asks what it says about the world we’re living in. Specifically: why is everyone suddenly paying for pain?
He is a self-proclaimed “beta male” and in 2011 he tackled his first Tough Mudder. His articles and interviews documenting his experiences have been featured on the cover of Outside Magazine, 60 Minutes Sports, and a speaking engagement at Stanford Business School.
Scott is a treatment writer for some of the top directors in music videos and commercials. And, over the past 15 years, he has collaborated on videos for Rihanna, Madonna, Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus, as well as Paris Hilton.
Today, he's here to talk about his documentary, Rise of the Sufferfests and why all of us should consider embracing the suffering.
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If you are listening to this as one of my American brothers, this is a big day for us. It’s Veterans Day. It’s a day that we have the chance to honor the men and woman who sacrifice to serve this great nation, whether that’s here or abroad. Veterans, we honor you!
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We all have path to travel in this life. Some of us have found it and others are still searching for it. I can tell you that the pursuit of that path is one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.
I know that my guest today, Rich Roll, would agree. We talk about the power that comes from stepping outside your comfort zone, how to keep driving in the face of adversity, what to expect when you break free of society’s norms, and how you can pursue your warrior path.
RICH ROLL
Rich Roll is a two-time top finisher at the Ultraman World Championship and first person to complete EPIC5 – 5 ironman-distance triathlons on 5 Hawaiian Islands in under a week.
His inspirational memoir FINDING ULTRA: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World’s Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself was an Amazon #1 best-seller and has inspired thousands across the world to embrace a plant-based diet.
Rich is a frequent guest on CNN, was named one of the "25 Fittest Men in the World" by Men's Fitness and is the host of The Rich Roll Podcast topping charts on iTunes.
He is also a graduate of Stanford University and Cornell Law School and he is an inspiring people worldwide as a transformative example of healthy living.
Rich also wrote a cookbook and lifestyle guide, The Plantpower Way, and hosts a video Course, The Ultimate Guide To Plant-Based Nutrition and The Art of Living With Purpose.
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Complacency kills. Don’t ever let yourself get comfortable. There is no coasting, no middle ground, no default mode. You’re either pushing to new heights or falling behind.
Every single one of us is looking for more out of life. If you're not, you probably need to get that figured out. That said, it's difficult to see beyond the reality you've set for yourself.
My guest today, Aubrey Marcus, Founder and CEO of Onnit, joins me to talk about how you can uncover your mission, train the essential skills, overcome the resistance, and go for your win.
AUBREY MARCUS
Aubrey Marcus is the Founder and CEO of Onnit, a nutritional supplements brand based on a holistic health philosophy he calls Total Human Optimization. Since 2010 he has grown his business into an industry leader, with over 250 products ranging from peak performance supplements to foods, fitness equipment, and apparel.
Aubrey has a degree in philosophy and classical civilization and has a background in brand development and eCommerce.
Inspired by his lifelong experience as a multisport athlete — as well as his background in ancient philosophy — his goal was to create a company that empowered customers to achieve their fullest human potential.
And, if that's not enough, he is also the host of two celebrated podcasts: Total Human Optimization and the Aubrey Marcus Podcast.
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"Peace Through Strength" is a concept dating back to the Roman Emperor Hadrian in AD 76.
The idea is that military power can preserve peace. But, it's a concept that is worth considering in our daily lives as well.
Being present in the moment is something we talk a ton about here on the show. It seems there's too many men letting life pass them by because they just aren't engaged in life.
My guest today, Jon Vroman, joins me to talk about how to find your 'why', how to overcome your fear when pursuing it, finding people to join you on your journey, and how you can live life on the front row.
Jon Vroman
Jon Vroman is first, a husband and father of two boys and a social entrepreneur who helps people live life in the front row.
He has a passoin for speaking, coaching, running live events, and hosting his own podcast, The Front Row Factor.
Jon is also the author of The Front Row Factor: Crush Your Fear, Create Epic Moments & Celebrate Now…Before It’s Too Late!
In 2005, he co-founded Front Row Foundation to help create life-changing experiences for people in need.
He has run 3 ultra-marathons, (I think it's because he's a little crazy) but mostly he does it to raise money for charity.
He loves travelling, he's additcted to learning, and he has a passion to help people live fully alive.
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"It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat." Theodore Roosevelt
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No doubt you've heard of Movember but I bet you don't know the story behind it and the man who founded it, a former Austrailian Army Special Forces Commando.
Adam Garone, joins me to talk about the current state of men's health, how Movember has raised over $730 million towards cancer and men's health research, and how you can help put an end to prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men's mental health issues.
Adam Garone
Adam Garone is the founder of Movember and has turned it into one of the most innovative and impactful charities created this millennium, working to change the face of men's health.
Behind the scenes, under Adam’s leadership, Movember is changing the way cancer research is done by requiring and facilitating collaboration not just at a national level but at a global level, something never before achieved in the cancer sector.
In 2013, 2014, 2015 the Movember Foundation was named in the Top 100 Best NGOs in the world by the Global Journal out of over 1.5 million charities.
Not only is Adam the founder of Movember, he also spent nine years of service as an officer in the Australian Army, where he was selected and served with the Commando Regiment in the special forces.
To date, 6 million fundraisers and 18 million donors have joined the Movember movement, that together have raised over $730 million. Movember has funded 1,000 men’s health programs in 21 countries, achieving significant breakthroughs in the way prostate and testicular cancer is diagnosed and treated. This will lead us to a time when we have effectively cured these cancers and the side effects of treatment are minimized.
In 2016 Movember was awarded Cult brand of the year, in 2013 Adam was awarded the GQ Australia Man of the Year, in 2009 the Melbourne Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award, and in 2008 Enrst & Young Australian Entrepreneur Of The Year.
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While it’s important that we DO serve and give attention to others, it is impossible for us to give all that we’re capable of giving unless we find a way to take care of ourselves.
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Men are needed today more than ever. We as a species are being confronted with more and more violence every day.
My guest, Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman, a leading expert in the field of psychologoy and physiology of violence shares why homicides are skyrocketing, why the world needs more sheepdogs, what happens to our bodies when we're in combat, and how to handle yourself with confronted with violence.
Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman
Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman, is a retired Airborne Ranger infantry officer, and a prior-service sergeant and paratrooper, with a total of over 23 years experience in leading U.S. soldiers worldwide.
He is also an internationally recognized scholar, author, soldier, and speaker who is one of the world’s foremost experts in the field of human aggression and the roots of violence and violent crime.
Col. Grossman is a former West Point psychology professor, Professor of Military Science, and an Army Ranger who has combined his experiences to become the founder of a new field of scientific endeavor, which has been termed “killology.” He has made revolutionary new contributions to our understanding of killing in war, the psychological costs of war, the root causes of the current “virus” of violent crime that is raging around the world, and the process of healing the victims of violence, in war and peace.
His books, On Killing and On Combat have been also placed on the U.S. Marine Corps Commandant’s Required Reading List.
He has presented papers before the national conventions of the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Colonel Grossman has presented to over 100 different colleges and universities worldwide, and has trained educators and law enforcement professionals, in the field of school safety, at the state and regional level, in all 50 states and over a dozen foreign nations.
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As men, we should be warriors in a garden - warriors pursuing what we love and what we enjoy but prepared to go to battle on a moment’s notice and when the situation calls for it.
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