My Biggest Takeaway Podcast

This week we welcome Mark Joe to the show. Mark is the owner of Omen Coffee here in St. Louis, MO. In this episode we discuss the challenges of opening a brick and mortar coffee shop compared to running an online business, as well as exploring the fear of failure and the tendency to settle for mediocrity. Mark shares his experience of finding peace and gratitude in prison and the importance of not letting fear hold you back, and discusses the fear of not giving it your all and the desire to make the most of every moment. He shares his personal journey of finding happiness through being present, grateful, and doing his best in every moment. Mark also talks about the obligation to participate in building a better community and the desire to inspire and bring light to others. The conversation concludes with the power of celebrating little wins and the impact of being a life-giving person.

This week we are happy to welcome Casey Gilbert to the show. In this conversation, Casey discusses the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and surrounding yourself with the right people. He shares a powerful experience of seeing his sister's artwork in an Airbnb in Montana, which served as a sign that he was in the right place. He also talks about his preparation for the Leadville 100 race and the mindset required to achieve challenging goals. He highlights the value of patience, consistency, trusting the process in various aspects of personal and professional growth, defining success and self-worth, and the importance of being present.

This week we are happy to welcome Colin Wayne to the show. Colin is a successful entrepreneur and military veteran, and we go way back. In this episode Colin discusses his journey from the military to entrepreneurship, the importance of focusing on one thing at a time, and the myth of multiple streams of income. He shares his experience overcoming setbacks and taking risks, as well as the defining moments in his life. He emphasizes the importance of finding joy and balance in life, aligning personal values with business, and setting goals and deadlines. Colin also provides insights into scaling a business and effective advertising strategies. He also highlights his take on the biggest mistake in business, which is the lack of diversification, and encourages entrepreneurs to explore different market opportunities. Colin's main takeaway is to have faith in yourself, apply effort, and be resilient in the face of challenges.

Thanks for joining us again! This week we welcome Jason Bockman to the show. Jason is a successful entrepreneur with a variety of businesses, ranging from donut shops, to a farm, to real estate, and even owns a restaurant. We discuss Jason's journey, from starting with a hot dog stand, to selling and starting new businesses, which all taught him valuable lessons. Jason shares his experience of creating funny videos and building a brand, as well as his time living in Hong Kong and China, which had a deep impact on him and his point-of-view. Jason also speaks about being a father, and how that is the single most important aspect of his life, and how it impacts his life and day-to-day decision making. Jason's motivation comes from seeing others succeed and helping them along the way, and he reflects on the meaning of success and happiness, realizing that outward appearances have little to do with inner fulfillment. He emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with encouraging people who want to see you succeed, and explores the power of an abundance mindset and the role of manifestation and positive thinking in achieving goals. The conversation concludes with expressing appreciation for personal growth and the importance of raising children with strong values.

Thanks for joining us again! This week we welcome Grant Dziak, a life coach, who shares his journey and insights on topics such as behavioral psychology, embodiment, and emotional mastery. In our discussion, Grant emphasizes the importance of facing discomfort and acknowledging pain in order to overcome challenges, and the role of masculinity and the need for emotional regulation. He highlights the power of awareness and the impact of habits and patterns on our lives, and focuses on helping individuals connect with their intuition and navigate their personal journeys. He also explores the tendency to move away from pain and rejection, and the need for validation and permission from others. The conversation concludes with the idea that there is always a better way to live and the importance of striving for personal growth.

This week we welcome Brendan Meyers, a fitness entrepreneur, calisthenics enthusiast, and coach. In this episode, Brendan shares his journey in the fitness industry and building multiple businesses. He discusses how he used Facebook to grow a large following and the strategies he employed to gain traction. He also talks about his experience living and working abroad, and emphasizes the importance of trusting your intuition. He then introduces MyCoachAI, an all-in-one platform for coaches, and highlights the need for simplicity and automation in coaching businesses. Brendan shares his experience of following his passion and intuition, even when it means walking away from a dream. The conversation highlights the value of financial freedom and the impact of money on relationships, as well as emphasizes the importance of gratitude and money management.

Thanks for joining us again for another epsiode! This week we welcome Mason and Audrey to the show, where they discuss their journey in the fitness industry, starting a business together, and their experience speaking on stage. They also talk about the importance of nurturing relationships with clients, the roles they play in their business, and their projections for the future. They share their insights on organic growth, the challenges of scaling a business, and the value of investing in mentors. They also discuss their decision to write a book, the impact it has had on their business, and how to utilize it as a lead magnet. The conversation covers not only effective lead magnets, but also lead generation strategies. They discuss the importance of learning from mistakes, and also touch on managing Instagram DMs, believing in oneself, and their future plans for their business.

Welcome back to the show! This week we welcome Brian Tweer to the show. Brian owns Jersey Shore Supplements store, as a well as AstroFlav, which is his own line of supplements. In this episode he shares his journey in the supplement industry, from starting his first store to expanding to multiple locations. He discusses the challenges of balancing creativity and operations, the importance of persistence and vision, and the value of honest feedback. He emphasizes the need for genuine relationships with customers, the power of innovation in the industry, as well as the importance of mental health and personal growth. Brian also highlights the power of seeing and hearing others, as well as the role of support in overcoming adversity. He discusses his vision for growth and expanding brand awareness, the importance of trusting in oneself, and encourages persistence and faith as the keys to success.

Welcome back to the show! This week we chat with Dustin Holston, a transformational coach, who has changed the lives of thousands of people through weight loss, and has helped over 300 people lose 100 lbs. or more. He shares his expertise in helping clients lose weight, and emphasizes the importance of providing the right plan and consistent accountability to help clients achieve their weight loss goals. Dustin also discusses the challenges he faced when transitioning from a corporate job to coaching and the value of mentors in his journey. He highlights the significance of building a strong team and leveraging individual strengths. Additionally, Dustin shares inspiring stories of clients who have overcome obstacles and achieved remarkable transformations, and discusses his approach to helping people with PCOS and infertility.

Thank you for joining us again for our conversation with KC Miller. KC is the CEO of Thriving On Coaching, where she and her team help people with not only their health and fitness, but in life in general. In this episode, KC shares her journey of taking risks, embracing change, and becoming the hero of her own story. She emphasizes the importance of pursuing fulfillment over comfort and encourages listeners to go after what they truly want in life, even if it scares them. She also discusses the mindset shift from being a damsel in distress to taking ownership of one's situation and making positive changes. She highlights the value of learning from failures and loving the process of winning.

We're very excited to have Alex Gibson on the show this week. Alex is a Pro bodybuilder, former D1 football player, has a degree in Political Science from Columbia University. He is also a fitness trainer with his company TNT Transformations, and has scaled to a multi six-figure enterprise through his expertise in manipulating body composition, and his social media presence. In this episode we talk about his background, what led him to bodybuilding, and even a near death experience which changed the course of his life. He stresses the importance of reinvesting when growing a business, hiring mentors who can guide you along the way, working hard and focusing, but also learning to have balance in your life to avoid burnout. For our foodie listeners out there, we even get into a little chat about some great bars and restaurants in New York City. Enjoy the episode!

We're back this week with Adrian Stover. In this episode we talk about his background as an athlete, and how he got started in the bodybuilding world. Adrian is a BS in Kinesiology, and has taken that knowledge and applied it in his coaching career with his company Ascend Fitness. He talks about the importance of not just the science of bodybuilding, but also the discipline, and how your mindset can make all the difference in prep. He also stresses the importance of posing, which is absolutely vital in competition, and how taking the time to learn posing can make all the difference when it comes time for judging.

Thank you for joining us again for Episode 02 with Cavan Valance. In this episode we discuss Cavan's experience with being unhealthy, unmotivated, and over 300 lbs, to becoming a fitness coach, mentor, and speaker. He talks about losing his father and the impact that had on him, his mindset, and how he flipped the situation from that of overwhelming sorrow, to that of determination and gratitude. Cavan has helped thousands of people through his coaching and mentorship community Hidden Summit, and is a consistent beacon of health, inspiration, and support.