Episodes
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Meg Tuohey, licensed psychologist, author, speaker, and host of the Wisdom Stripes podcast, introduces the concept of "heartprint"âthe unique inner blueprint that guides fulfillment, purpose, and growth, and explains how highâachieving women can feel successful yet emotionally numb, and a bit of the neuroscience behind elite performance.
Hear Meg's full interview in her special bonus episode of The Action Catalyst.
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New York Times bestselling author Darren Hardy delivers a candid and practical look at why most entrepreneurs failâand how to beat the odds. Hardy explains that the 66% smallâbusiness failure rate is driven less by external factors like capital or competition and more by internal, emotional unpreparedness, lack of focus, and unrealistic expectations about the entrepreneurial journey. He explores the psychological cost of leaving the âherd,â including criticism, isolation, and resistance from peers, and reframes these challenges as evidence of progress, as well as covers effective sales as a discipline rooted in questioning and listening rather than pitching, the dangers of distraction in the modern digital age, and the importance of developing intense focus, discipline, and personal responsibility.
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Hal Elrod, bestselling author of "The Miracle Morning", shares the experience that set him down the path to self-improvement, and the snoozeâproof wakeâup strategy that KEEPS him on that path each day.
Hear Hal's full interview in Episode 53 of The Action Catalyst.
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Meg Tuohey, licensed psychologist, author, speaker, and host of the Wisdom Stripes podcast, explores why modern selfâhelp culture often fails women by encouraging selfâoverride instead of selfâtrust, and introduces the concept of "heartprint"âthe unique inner blueprint that guides fulfillment, purpose, and growth. Learn how highâachieving women can feel successful yet emotionally numb, why intuition is a critical emotional survival skill, utilizing emotional literacy and relational intelligence in leadership, the neuroscience of burnout and elite performance, and how selfâattunement enables clearer decisionâmaking in both personal and professional environments. With insights grounded in psychology and lived experience, this episode offers a powerful reframing of personal growth, leadership, and wellâbeing for women navigating ambition, identity, and modern selfâhelp messaging.
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Dr. Tony Alessandra, founder of Assessments 24x7, addresses the lessons he learned from failure, and how learning when to say "no" is the REAL test of your goals and objectives.
Hear Dr. Alessandra's full interview in Episode 504 of The Action Catalyst.
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Hal Elrod, bestselling author of "The Miracle Morning", shares the lifeâchanging philosophy behind his globally influential morning routine, recounts his extraordinary journey from being clinically dead after a headâon collision with a drunk driver and weathering financial collapse, to overcoming the odds. Learn about the six core practices that help individuals improve health, income, mindset, and relationships, the snoozeâproof wakeâup strategy, a powerful morning routine speed-run for busy schedules, and why success is driven by who you become daily.
Mentioned in this episode:
Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh: Leading Today, Transforming Tomorrow. Click here to learn more.
Create Your Own Luck / Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh
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In this cut-for-time clip from Episode 504 of The Action Catalyst, Dr. Tony Alessandra, founder of Assessments 24x7 shares how when it was time to leave the speaking circuit, he looked to a few MLB greats for guidance...
Hear the rest of Dr. Alessandra's interview in Episode 504 of The Action Catalyst.
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John Livesay, funding strategist and author, reveals how to structure a winning pitch, grab attention in the first 90 seconds, and position the founder as the âjockeyâ investors want to back.
Hear John's full interview in Episode 145 of The Action Catalyst.
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Overtime with Outland is Action Catalyst host Adam Outland's reflections and commentary on discussions with each of his esteemed and accomplished guests.
In this segment, Adam dissects Episode 504 with Dr. Tony Alessandra, founder of Assessments 24x7.
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Dr. Tony Alessandra, founder of Assessments 24x7 and a pioneering authority in personality assessments, sales psychology, and leadership development, shares insights from more than five decades in the assessment and training industry. In this conversation, Alessandra recounts his journey from doorâtoâdoor sales and academic leadership to creating widely used assessments that help individuals and organizations improve communication, adaptability, and performance. He explains how modern assessments drive personal growth, better hiring decisions, stronger leadership, and more effective teamwork, and also explores his creation of the "Platinum Rule", lessons learned from failure, the importance of listening and adaptability, and why simplicity, practicality, and focus are essential for longâterm business success.
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Create Your Own Luck / Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh
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Entrepreneur Julie Wainwright, founder and former CEO of unicorn company TheRealReal, shares the importance of relying on data and balancing passion with objectivity as you both start, and scale, your business.
Hear Julie's full interview in Episode 503 of The Action Catalyst.
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John Livesay, funding strategist and author, reveals expert insights into how entrepreneurs and startup founders can craft compelling investor pitches that win funding, including a shift from featureâbased presentations to emotionally driven storytelling, how to structure a winning pitch, grab attention in the first 90 seconds, demonstrate traction, show empathy for both customers and investors, and position the founder as the âjockeyâ investors want to back. Livesay also covers practical startup fundraising strategies, including angel investing, venture capital, valuations, and family offices, making this episode a mustâlisten for entrepreneurs looking to raise capital and communicate their vision with clarity and confidence.
Mentioned in this episode:
Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh: Leading Today, Transforming Tomorrow. Click here to learn more.
Create Your Own Luck / Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh
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John Ruhlin, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of "Giftology", offers guidance on when to give, how much to spend, and how to calculate ROI on gifting to clients or prospects.
Hear John's full interview in Episode 173 of The Action Catalyst.
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Entrepreneur Julie Wainwright, founder and former CEO of unicorn company TheRealReal, shares the candid story behind building a billion-dollar luxury resale company after being told at age 52 that she was âunemployable", discusses overcoming public failure, fear, ageism, and gender bias in tech, how her experience at Pets.com shaped her resilience, and the disciplined, data-driven mindset she used to create and scale a disruptive eâcommerce business. Other topics include identifying unmet consumer pain points, balancing passion with objectivity, and practical advice for founders navigating fundraising.
Mentioned in this episode:
Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh: Leading Today, Transforming Tomorrow. Click here to learn more.
Create Your Own Luck / Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh
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Lifang He, brand strategist, and former leader at Apple, Amazon, Ring, and Bloomberg, explains how branding is a truly wholistic experience, and one that doesn't stop after you've come up with a name and logo...every interaction matters.
Hear Lifang's full interview in her special bonus episode of The Action Catalyst.
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John Ruhlin, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of "Giftology", shares his proven philosophy of strategic generosity in business relationships, and how thoughtful, personalized, and unexpected gifting can dramatically strengthen client loyalty, drive referrals, and differentiate brands in crowded markets. He breaks down the psychology behind giving, the importance of investing in topâtier relationships, and why experiences and personal details matter more than price, but also offers practical guidance on when to give, how much to spend, and how to calculate ROI on gifting.
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Best-selling author and counselor Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages, explains what the 5 love languages ARE, and how to translate the languages into the workplace.
Hear Dr. Chapman's full interview in Episode 206 of The Action Catalyst.
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Lifang He, brand strategist, and former leader at Apple, Amazon, Ring, and Bloomberg, explores why brand strategy and product strategy must be inseparable for modern tech success, drawing on firsthand experience launching global products like the iPhone and Amazon Pharmacy. The conversation covers common branding misconceptions in tech, lessons from Appleâs integrated productâbrand philosophy, how Ringâs rebrand unlocked longâterm growth, what Nikeâs $28 billion misstep teaches leaders about shortâterm performance, and why strong brand identity is a critical differentiator in an AIâdriven, oversaturated market.
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This episode is presented by Greg Mickelsen and "Best Practice or Pitfall?" Learn more or get the book at www.BestPracticePlaybook.com.
Greg Mickelsen's Best Practice or Pitfall?
This episode is presented by Greg Mickelsen and "Best Practice or Pitfall?" Learn more or get the book at www.BestPracticePlaybook.com.
Greg Mickelsen's Best Practice or Pitfall?
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"America's Career Coach" and author Ken Coleman discusses the evolving workplace in the age of AI, emphasizing the value of human connection, soft skills, and relationships, and reflecting on challenges facing younger generationsâespecially diminished curiosity and difficulty asking good questions.
Hear Ken's full interview in Episode 502 of The Action Catalyst.
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Best-selling author and counselor Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The Five Love Languages, explores how his foundational relationship framework helps couples, families, and leaders communicate love and appreciation more effectively, and why mismatched love languages often cause emotional disconnects. He also shares practical strategies for nurturing quality time, recognizing childrenâs emotional needs, and translating the languages into the workplace. Chapman also clarifies the circumstances that may cause someone's language to shift, and which aspects remain stable over time.
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