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In this episode, our Chief Adventure Officer, Caleb Kolb, sits down with Christian Higgins and Lindsey Carothers to explore their journey of personal and professional reinvention. Lindsey, a former Broadway performer who pivoted to a successful coaching business, shares insights on building resilience and effective communication. Christian reflects on his path from the Army and law school to re-launching his family business, Brownie House, inspired by Lindseyâs entrepreneurial spirit. Together, they emphasize the importance of embracing change, supporting each otherâs passions, and finding success off the beaten path. Tune in for a powerful discussion on navigating lifeâs challenges, supporting growth, and forging strong partnerships.
Christian and Lindsey share how embracing new career paths can lead to fulfilling and meaningful work, even if it means leaving traditional roles behind.
Takeaways:
Be Open to ReinventionFind Personal Growth Outlets
Lindsey highlights the importance of grounding activities like yoga and meditation to help maintain balance and personal growth through lifeâs transitions.Communicate, Even When Itâs Tough
Lindseyâs coaching skills in having constructive, challenging conversations are discussed as a key leadership trait for growth and understanding.Support Each Otherâs Dreams
By supporting one anotherâs goals, Christian and Lindsey created unexpected opportunities, showing the power of backing your partnerâs passions.Embrace Challenges to Grow
Christianâs experiences in jiu-jitsu and business show the value of being humbled, open to challenges, and constantly learning in both personal and professional life. -
In this episode, our Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by the CEO of Mackin Engineering, Zach Olawski. Zach and his girlfriend, Amanda, recently completed the rim-to-rim hike of the Grand Canyon with our AMP team. Zach and Eric reflect on their journey from the rim-to-rim hike of the Grand Canyon and speak on embracing life without the usual safety nets. Tune in as they dive into stories of endurance, growth, and the lessons learned when leaving comfort zones behind.
Commit Fully, No Matter the RiskZachâs journey reinforced the value of diving into goals without backup plans. This mindset not only helps in tackling personal challenges but also pushes boundaries in professional growth.Embrace Discomfort to Unlock ResilienceThe physical and mental challenges on the trail, especially with Zach's knee injury, show how embracing discomfort can transform our approach to obstacles, giving us the resilience to keep going even when things get tough.Strengthened Bonds through Shared ChallengesShared experiences, especially those involving struggle, can forge deeper connections and support networks, which are crucial in building resilience and trust within personal and professional relationships.Translating Adventure Lessons into Everyday LifeThe hike serves as a metaphor for tackling lifeâs mountains, reminding us that the commitment, discomfort, and resilience we build through challenges can propel us forward in all areas of life.
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Adventure Officer, Caleb Kolb, is joined by photographer and entrepreneur Ben McMillen of Hilltop Pack Coffee. Together, they discuss Benâs experience turning his outdoor passions into a business and how heâs learned to adapt through challenges.
Even silly ideas can evolve into great ones.Donât let others break you down, instead tune them out and stay focused on your path.Delaying conflict only multiplies it.Try saying âyesâ more often as it might lead to unexpected, rewarding experiences.Mistakes are necessary for growth.Avoid over-planning at the expense of taking action.Tough experiences create the best stories, where learning and growth happen.Surround yourself with people who will support you through challenges.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âResist the urge to say noââThere is growth in being uncomfortable.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by best-selling author, international speaker, and high-performance coach, Dr. Coyte Cooper. Together, they discuss the essential mindset shifts for achieving success and practical strategies for overcoming challenges.
Doing what you love leads to greater happiness.Cultivating good habits during hard times empowers you to become your best self.Learning to let go of negative emotions allows you to function more effectively.Controlling your breath helps manage anxiety, stress, and keeps your mind focused.When disappointment arises, recognize it as a pattern rather than blaming your goals.Addressing and breaking down the fear associated with failure is essential for growth.Donât feel ashamed of fear or sadness; acknowledge them without letting them define you.To overcome fear, recognize it, assess if itâs realistic, and release it.Struggles with habits often arise from not understanding their importance.When you have positive thoughts toward something, your brain will want to continue doing it.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âWeâre humans, weâre going to fall short at times.ââShow respect to your brain and your body.ââThe way we go at things really matters.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by educator, author, business trainer, and culinary maestro, Christian J. Fischer. They discuss how the power of mentorship and strategic guidance can help individuals and businesses unlock their full potential.
Takeaways:
- Creative people thrive with support from those who truly understand their vision.
- Success and failure both stem from the foundation of self-leadership.
- Spending more time at work than at home signals an imbalance that needs addressing.
- Mastermind groups foster collaboration, relationship-building, and problem-solving.
- The toughest feedback is often the most life-changing.
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- âI liked what I did, but I didnât like who I did it for.â
- âEverything rises and falls with self-leadership.â
- âBe an architect of memories.â
- âSometimes the things that are tough to hear, are the things that help to move the needle.â
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by influencer, creator, and life coach, Rich Guberti. They discuss the power of positivity, the influence of your surroundings, and the impact of gratitude on achieving lasting success.
Embrace creativity even in chaos; itâs an inevitable part of life.Your past experiences can be valuable tools for helping others navigate their own challenges.Coach and teach others the way you wish you were guided in the past.Your actions can leave a lasting impact on others, even if you donât realize it.Dedicate yourself daily to personal development and growth.Practicing gratitude can significantly enhance your well-being.Humor is a powerful tool that can break down barriers and create connections.Surround yourself with positive people who bring joy and laughter into your life.
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âChaos is where brilliant dreams are born.ââItâs easier to become negative than positive.ââBetter days are ahead, and tomorrow is another day.â
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by award-winning speaker and author, Robyn Dykstra. Together, they explore the power of faith, community, and personal growth during lifeâs most challenging moments.
Outer beauty doesnât always reflect how you feel inside.We all face discouragement, but itâs important not to get stuck in it.Leading by example is more effective than forcing someone to change.A strong support system, whether through church, friends, or family, is crucial for your personal growth.Shame often holds us back from getting help, but love can accelerate healing.Surrounding yourself with a community that shares your values is vital for emotional and spiritual health.Instead of dwelling on your current struggles, focus on what God has done for you and what he will do in the future.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âPray like it depends on God, work like it depends on you.ââEverybody has ugly things happening, but I probably wouldnât want to trade my ugly for your ugly.ââYou need somebody to celebrate and commiserate with you.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by sales coach, author and CEO of Strategy Sprints, Simon Severino. Together, they explore the mindset and strategies behind thriving in sales and business.
Embrace your power! Itâs your greatest asset and strategic advantage.Building trust in online sales is crucial. Listen actively to make your clients feel heard.When your clients feel in control, theyâre less likely to resist.Prioritize self-care before taking care of others.Keep your daily tasks simple to avoid being overwhelmed.Design your day around your passions to stay motivated.Success comes from walking in the middle of the street, not playing it safe on the sidelines.A strong community reduces business risks and is a powerful marketing tool.Donât waste resources chasing cold leads. Opportunities lie in those already warmed up to your brand.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âIf you want to be in the 1%, you practice the basics every day until you can jump 3 inches more than your competitor.ââYou want to get hit by that luck bus.ââCommunity is the new marketing.ââWhat I am learning to do is to dance in this chaos.â
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, is joined by Dena Enos, founder of StrongHouse, a marketing consultant firm. Dena shares her approach to helping companies reach their full potential by embracing fresh strategies and collaboration.
Sometimes it takes hearing the same idea from an external source to spark action within your organization.You canât achieve different results by sticking to the same routine.Optimization doesnât require a complete overhaul; sometimes, itâs about tweaking a single variable.Building a business model rooted in core values is crucial.Regularly reconnect with your vision and values to maintain focus.When you feel valued as an employee, youâre more likely to produce exceptional work.You canât just introduce data into a situation hoping it will create change, you need to interpret the data.
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âIf we want different outputs, we have to change the inputsââIf everythingâs important, then nothingâs important."
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by the author of consultant for college coaches, Jared Zeidman. Together, they dive into the essential strategies high school athletes need to succeed in todayâs competitive recruiting landscape.
High school athletes need to focus on GEAR:G: Growth-oriented. Take your failures and use it as a learning experience.E: Engage. Engage with good posture and eye contact with coaches and be locked in all aspects of the game.A: Aware. Get to know yourself better, your strengths and weaknesses, and what you want to accomplish.R: Ready. These things will prepare you for whatever comes your way in college.Playing multiple sports builds resilience and adaptability by working with different coaches.Coaches prioritize your ability to compete and maintain a positive attitude over high school prestige or stats.Donât focus on impressing coaches with the right answers, instead of asking important questions during the recruiting process.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âMy aim is to teach you to fish, not give you the fish.ââWhen you show up on a college campus, youâre not the big fish anymore.ââYour attitude breaks the tie.â
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by the CEO of Allegheny Construction Group, Paul Martin. Together, they dive into the essentials of accountability and its impact on both personal and professional growth.
Accountability starts with commitmentâyou donât want to disappoint others just as much as you donât want to let yourself down.Accountability means taking ownership of your actions, outcomes, and the promises you make to others.Set clear expectations so you hold yourself and others accountable.Tracking your progress is crucial, as it reveals trends and shows how your accountability grows.Accountability is a mindsetâtaking ownership and responsibility defines your approach to everything you do.
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âYouâre going to come out swinging, or youâre just going to lay over and get knocked out.ââWhen you tell someone youâre going to do something, you follow through.ââItâs easier to walk with someone than to push someone.ââWhen you start down the path of taking ownership, it doesnât stop.â
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by international speaker and consultant, Carly Pepin. Together, they discuss how our subconscious perceptions shape our reality and influence our lifeâs purpose. Tune in for insights on achieving balance, clearing misperceptions, and how to align with your true purpose.
Your lifeâs purpose has always been within you, guiding your actions and priorities.How you invest your time, energy and resources reveals whatâs most important to you.Comparing yourself to others can lead to self-doubt and make you lose sight of your own purpose.Understanding your purpose helps you to manage and plan your day around your true priorities.Frustration over unmet goals could indicate that your focus doesnât resonate with your true purpose.Building a legacy requires consistent effort and alignment with your purpose, long before your time ends.Focus on actions that align with your purpose to create a lasting impact.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âYou transform your life by shifting your perception.ââYou donât have to find it, itâs your genuine purpose, it never left you.ââYour purpose is right there every day, all day; canât get rid of it, canât lose it.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by Chief Adventure Officer, Caleb Kolb. Together, they discuss the power of stepping outside your comfort zone and the importance of embracing challenges for personal growth and resilience.
Takeaways:
Embracing new experiences outside your comfort zone fosters growth and builds resilience.Overcoming physical and mental discomfort is crucial for personal development.Engage in activities that leave a lasting impact on you, push your limits, and expand your mind.The unknown can be scary, but itâs important to challenge yourself to try new things.Facing discomfort as a team strengthens bonds, enhances organizational culture, and creates unity.Youâre more likely to regret missed opportunities than the actions you took.Excessive comfort can hinder your progress.Quotes:
âThereâs a comfort addiction.ââThe path to greatness is paved with discomfort.ââReduce the clutter in your mind.ââComfort is like a drug; it feels good but too much of it will destroy you.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by coach and author, Dr. Lucille Maddalena. Together, they explore the keys to finding joy in your work and building a fulfilling, authentic life.
Find joy in your work, whether through connections, the tasks themselves, or the results you achieve.Your actions today and the people you help progress, shape the legacy you leave behind.Modern communication methods can isolate us; reach out and connect with others to bridge the gap.Building meaningful connections requires taking the risk to put yourself out there, even when itâs scary.Step out of your comfort zone and take risks to grow.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âThe way you get followers is by building them.ââYour legacy is the people that youâve developedâŠthe people that youâve helped succeed.ââGetting out and taking the risk works.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by workplace conflict expert, Carol Bowser. Together, they delve into the complexities of workplace mediation, sharing practical tools for resolving conflicts and improving workplace relationships.
The loud and angry voices often capture our attention, especially on social media.We demand more from ourselves and our work compared to previous generations.There are mutual rights and responsibilities in the employment relationship that we all should understand.Mediation is about developing mutual solutions to resolve problems and conflicts.Itâs crucial to have the tools, framework, and language to solve conflict effectively.Find someone who can identify blind spots within your organization.Assumptions about roles, processes, and systems shape our expectations.Leaders view conflicts organizationally, while employees view them personally.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âThe angry voices are the really loud voices.ââGet out of the blaming and shaming game.ââWe might fear conversations because we donât know how to start them.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by Deputy Mental Health Administrator of Beaver County Behavioral Health, Elisia Majors, and County Outreach Program Specialist at Beaver County Rehabilitation Center, Susan Smith, who both oversee the Youth Ambassador Program (YAP). Together, they discuss the mental health challenges that youth face today. They also share how we can empower young people to support each other, break stigma, and foster a community of understanding.
Social media significantly influences the mental health of youth today.Developing wellness and coping skills is crucial for youths to support themselves and their peers.Many youths lack knowledge about mental health and are often influenced by stereotypes and stigma.Youths frequently turn to each other for support in difficult times, making it vital for everyone to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to help.Openly talking about mental health teaches youth that they are not alone and that others are experiencing similar challenges.Although mental health was once a taboo topic, todayâs youth are breaking the stigma and changing the norm.Todayâs youth are driving a culture of acceptance and understanding around mental health.
Takeaways:MAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer Eric Guy is joined by physicist, inventor, engineer, and cancer survivor Sam Shepherd. They explore how technology is transforming health and wellness, bringing groundbreaking advancements that can directly improve your life.
Instead of giving up when you face challenges, seek out-of-the-box solutions.Diet plays a significant role in maintaining your health and preventing inflammatory diseases.Making decisions out of fear will always lead to poor outcomes.Many factors must align for cancer to develop, so your efforts should be on interrupting this biological pathway.New technology has the potential to disrupt the trillion-dollar/year medical industry.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âThereâs no reason for people to get sick anymore.ââFear is what gets people killed.ââI went from a 97% chance of being dead in 10 years, to alive, well and cancer-free.â
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined once again by author and 12-year veteran of the United States Air Force, Jan Ackley. They delve into the essential role of fatherhood and the importance of being a strong, supportive presence in your childrenâs lives. Jan shares his insights, offering practical advice on how to be an effective leader at home.
Be a leader and a father to your children.Engage in deep conversations with your children, asking them questions so they know theyâre not alone.Foster a deep connection with your children by truly getting to know them and allowing them to know you.Adversity often brings valuable lessons for your children, so embrace it as an opportunity to learn.Teach the importance of thinking about others first.Being a good leader at home involves being present, showing responsibility for yourself, and demonstrating hard work.
Takeaways:
âFatherhood is caring and being there for your kids.ââItâs okay to feel uncomfortable.ââDonât let adversity get you down, use it as a learning tool.ââItâs okay to be uncomfortable at times in your life because if you rise up youâll end up being happierââYou can find storms in life everywhere if you look hard enough, but thatâs not where you should be looking.â
Quotes:MAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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In this weekâs podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined once again by licensed acupuncturist, naturopath, and author Dr. Gala Gorman. They discuss practical strategies for fostering a deeper connection with our bodies and achieving lasting well-being and balance.
Donât ignore the signals our bodies are sending you through symptoms.Suppressing symptoms can worsen problems, affecting more systems and causing additional symptoms.Research shows that chronic use of pain relievers is creating problems with emotional intelligence.Connecting our actions or inactions to outcomes helps us better understand our body.Having a final meal by 4pm aligns with peak digestive system activity, optimizing bodily functions.Symptoms indicate necessary changes in our habits or practices.
Takeaways:Quotes:
âOur body is sending us messages all the time.ââIt doesnât have to be an unsolvable puzzle.ââThink of a symptom like a bark.ââThe most powerful hours for sleep are 11pm-3am.âMAKE THIS YOUR BEST DAY YET!
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