Nellie Wartoft, Founder and CEO of change activation platform Tigerhall, has flipped the script when managing teams. She puts execution at the start of the process, allowing her to refine business strategies like never before. Joining Adam Markel, Nellie explains how leaders should focus more on testing and iterating their operations with tight feedback loops instead of spending way too much time on the planning stage. She underlines why those on top should encourage their teams to make good mistakes that lead to profound learning opportunities. Nellie also opens up about her deep love for EDM, the importance of self-acceptance in a rapidly moving world, and the true value of the human workforce in a highly capitalist world.

Show Notes:

• 00:59 - EDM: The Soundtrack Of Nellie’s Life
• 11:44 - Implementing A Ready-Fire-Aim Strategy
• 17:59 - Why Leaders Should Encourage Making Good Mistakes
• 23:53 - Everything Starts From The CEO
• 31:58 - The True Value Of Human Beings
• 40:35 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing Words

Justin Jones-Fosu, founder and CEO of Work. Meaningful., is here to discuss why organizational culture requires not just raw strength but also unflinching honesty in order to thrive. Together with Adam Markel, they unpack how truth is the bedrock of resilience that allows organizational cultures to unlock long-term strategic growth over short-term gains. Justin also talks about the role of honesty in turning even the biggest challenges into learning opportunities that drive lasting and impactful change.

The pursuit of health and happiness is a timeless endeavor. In this episode, Adam Markel sits down with Dr. Greg Hammer, a recently retired professor, pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, wellness and mindfulness lecturer, and author of GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals, to discuss the secrets to a happy and healthy life. Dr. Hammer emphasizes a holistic approach to well-being that includes physical, mental, and spiritual health. He discusses the importance of gratitude, acceptance, intention, and non-judgment—key elements in cultivating happiness and improving quality of life. Tune in to discover practical strategies for living a fulfilling life, inspired by the wisdom of centenarians in blue zones.

Today’s episode features Jim Harris, one of North America’s leading keynote speakers and foremost thinkers on disruptive innovation. In this episode, he joins host Adam Markel in conversation to break down the cycle of disruption and innovation in the speaking industry and why businesses must equip themselves for change. Jim shares his prediction on the future of industries and how inflation can become a catalyst for innovation. He also tackles mindset and what it takes to readily adapt to change regarding how you do business. It’s all about learning how to de-risk and stay resilient. Don’t miss valuable industry insights to equip you for what’s ahead by tuning in to this episode. Plus, find out what a shadow board of millennials and Gen Z look like and the benefits they can offer your business.

Show Notes:

• 00:00 Introduction
• 00:00 Fun Fact About Jim
• 04:15 Disruptive Innovation
• 11:51 Jim’s pivot when the pandemic hit
• 15:56 Jim’s predictions on the future of industries
• 18:32 Inflation as a catalyst for innovation
• 25:56 The right mindset to handle change and disruption
• 31:06 How the pandemic changed how we do business
• 36:42 A shadow board of millennials and Gen Z’s
• 38:46 How to de-risk amidst disruption
• 42:40 Resilience in organizations
• 47:57 Jim’s personal resilience and the paradox of life
• 00:00 Closing

There’s a series of pivots because a lot of things in this world are subject to change. It’s inevitable and you don’t have control over it. Listen to Kristine Carlson as she talks about pivoting through loss and building the resilience you need to conquer fear and self-doubt. She is a renowned speaker, inspiring podcast host, retreat leader and blogger. Her mission is to help women transform from heartbreak and loss to live their best lives with joy, gratitude, renewed passion and purpose. In this episode she shares the importance of identifying your powerful presence and spirit so you can transform your life and achieve what you want. Tune in to learn more about expressing yourself and navigating the world of changes and challenges.

Show Notes:

04:14 Kristine introduces herself

10:32 Becoming more responsive instead of reactive

14:25 A recipe for resilience 

19:11 The power of reframing

21:44 The importance of self-care

29:25 Heartbroken Open and From Heartbreak to Wholeness

34:05 Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

Some people are afraid to leap into doing business and choose to hang on the edge instead. Especially those raising their family could not afford the risk and lose their job because of the responsibility to feed their family. In this episode, the founder of Extreme Leadership Institute, Steve Farber, was in the same situation where he had to decide. He took the risk by pivoting and jumping off the train to success. Although it wasn’t a straight trajectory to the top, he still made it. The top motivational speaker and bestselling author shares his story about developing leaders and taking the radical LEAP to grow your business. Tune in to this episode and take that radical leap with Steve Farber to bridge the gap of leadership and move forward to success with him!

Do you want to learn how remodeling your brain helps create peace and joy in your life? Join your host Adam Markel as he interviews Dr. Dawson Church about the neuroscience of change, consciousness, and resilience. Dawson Church, Ph.D., is an award-winning science writer with three bestselling books to his credit. Different circumstances lead you to believe that your life will not get any better. The truth is you can be happy and calmer no matter what the odds are. Tune in to learn more about the importance of deep meditation and the proper techniques to help you produce measurable changes in your brain.

Show Notes:

• 4:05 Introduction
• 8:23 People Change
• 17:45 Areas Of The Brain
• 19:21 Default Mode Network
• 26:20 Two Components
• 29:47 Deep Meditation
• 39:42 Tools For People To Maintain Peace
• 43:12 Practices
• 45:51 Tapping Technique
• 1:00:17 Wrapping Up

People these days are not experiencing the magic of surrender. They are actually afraid to surrender because they think it means living in the Himalayas and giving up everything. That is not true surrender. You won't feel joy or magic by letting go of everything. True surrender is an inner state of being. It is in your relationship with life. It is the whole-hearted participation in the process of life that is unfolding. Don't be afraid to follow your life's purpose. Join Adam Markel as he talks to Transformational Truth Teacher and bestselling author Kute Blackson about his new book, The Magic of Surrender. He is also the winner of the 2019 Unity New Thought Walden Award. He teaches people to live authentically and fulfill their true life's purpose. Listen in so that you can learn how to truly surrender and be open to life. Discover how you can get unstuck if you feel like refusing to change. Find the magic of surrender today!

Show Notes:

5:25 - A Passion For Speaking

10:24 - The Magic Of Surrender

20:37 - The Future Is None Of Your Business

32:00 - Getting Unstuck In Life

39:10 - The Meaning Of Resilience

40:47 - Surrendering To Life

48:25 - The Fear Of Surrender

50:55 - Be Like Water

Speaker, Coach, and Top Show Podcaster, Tiffany Peterson is passionate about helping others live with intention while implementing essential success habits to create a thriving life and business. How can you create the life and business you want without sacrificing yourself too much? Listen to your host Adam Markel as he talks with Tiffany about nourishing your body, mind, and spirit so you can fully embody the success habits that would make you thrive in different areas of your life. Tiffany shares in-depth insights on the importance of self-care, showing up, and self-exploration. She also discusses non-negotiable rules she has for herself that help her live her purpose with more meaning and fulfillment. Do you have a clear vision and goals, or are you just surviving? Tune in to explore how you can root yourself most powerfully while living on your own terms.

Show Notes:

• 00:01 Introduction
• 01:07 Having A Tender Heart
• 05:20 Self-care         
• 08:06 Showing Up
• 11:44 Trusting Yourself
• 13:23 Acceptance
• 16:10 Energy
• 23:58 Dancing With The Unknown
• 35:45 Rules
• 36:26 Clarity
• 38:30 Saying No
• 45:55 Environment Has Influence
• 52:54 Rejection
• 56:10 Great At Sales
• 1:06:14 Persistence
• 1:07:55 Wrapping Up

It is important to cultivate an awareness that the world doesn't revolve around you. Everything is not about you but it's about others. People need to be more compassionate, humble, and frugal. It's their choice to make. Instead of choosing to waste your food, be grateful for it. Be fully aware and make good choices. Mindfulness is to be aware that you have a choice in things, so make the right decisions. Unlike animals, humans have the ability to make great change because of the choices they make. Join Adam Markel as he talks to Daoist monk, Monk Yun Rou about the power of awareness. Monk Yun Rou has been said to be the new Alan Watts for his Daoist teachings and the Zen Gabriel Garcia-Marquez for his spiritual works. He is also an award-winning author and a master of tai chi. Discover that you have the ability of choice and why you should use it. Learn about mindfulness and awareness. Understand why you should practice being compassionate, humble, and frugal. Find out how you can make a difference in other people's lives by just choosing what's right.

Show Notes:

0:01 Finding Enlightenment

16:14 Responding To Change & Shifts

27:50 The Root Cause Of Suffering

39:40 The Power Of Choice

45:37 Resilience

52:39 Mindfulness

1:00:14 Achieving Awareness

1:06:50 The Starbucks Story

Overcoming challenges is what leads us to our successes. We often find the biggest PIVOTs at our darkest moments. It’s simply because your accomplishments do not define you. It is the work that you put into every task and the discomforts you had to overcome that make you stronger. It's the lessons you learn from every fall that makes you the person that you are. In this episode we are joined by the New York Times bestselling author of Paleo Kitchen and creator of the #4 app in the world, Caveman Feast 3.0, George Bryant as he talks about how he fought his battles on and off tour. The Civilized Caveman also shares the Five A’s that helped him overcome most of the challenges he faced as he remains committed to helping people and organizations put the heart back into their businesses.

When we think of superheroes, we often think of people with extraordinary abilities, like flight or superstrength. But did you know that there are people with real-life superpowers? As the Executive Director of Super Power Experts and Creator of the Super Power Network, the number one podcast network for inspired personal development, Tonya Dawn Recla spends her day proving superpowers are real. She’s passionate about creating scalable, sustainable solutions to support rapid evolution and vibrational shifts for individuals and the collective.

In this episode, Tonya Dawn Recla discusses her commitment to authenticity, personal responsibility, and accountability. She also shares advice for people wanting to take the first step into personal responsibility and operate from their highest frequency.

Producing success in your life is less about the tasks that you need to do and more about the decisions that you need to make. Moving on from an emotional pain that happened to you in the past is a decision. It's a decision to find success in the future. We all have the power to turn every loss into a lesson. No one probably knows this better than Darryll Stinson. Darryll is an author, speaker, and spiritually-directed business coach that helps athletes and heart-centered entrepreneurs grow their businesses and change more lives using his integrity marketing process. Today, he takes the time to talk with Adam Markel to share his life experience of overcoming addiction, childhood rejection, mental illness, depression, and multiple suicide attempts to produce success in his life.

Join host Adam Markel as he dives deep into the world of leadership resilience strategies with Tom Freeley, CEO of CACM. In this engaging episode, Tom shares his journey from overcoming career burnout to navigating the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how Tom's experiences have shaped his approach to leadership, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work culture. Whether you're a seasoned leader or aspiring professional, this conversation offers invaluable insights on thriving in the face of adversity. Don't miss out on this inspiring discussion packed with practical advice and real-world examples.

Show Notes: 

• 00:40 – Introversion And Extroversion
• 08:26 – Transition To CEO Role
• 12:28 – The Importance Of Resilience
• 24:39 – Impact Of COVID-19
• 29:24 – Leadership During Crisis
• 31:39 – Mentorship And Autonomy
• 38:44 – The Role Of Company Culture
• 44:59 – Collaboration And Communication

Pivoting in life is necessary. However, the process of going through those moments is often not simple. Sometimes, you have to wiggle your way out of challenges to find your new place. That is what our guest today shares. Business strategy coach and bestselling author Penny Zenker joins Adam Markel to take us across the many pivots in her life that made her who she is now. And Penny’s stories are nothing short of great lessons that range from business development to personal development, sharing how she moved to start her own business and dealt with divorce. Through it, Penny shows us the process that has helped her navigate from the changes in her life and into reinvention as well as the rituals and habits that cultivate resilience. Join this conversation and gain so much wisdom about going through the changes of life and coming out of it stronger than ever.

It feels different when you are helping others succeed and attain happiness. Join Donna Steinhorn in this episode as she shares the story that led to the critical pivot of her life’s purpose. Donna is an executive, mentor, life coach, co-founder of Serendipitous Events, co-founder of the non-profit Coach Initiative, and a board member of the Transformational Leadership Council. She dives deep into the importance of finding your true passion and transforming people’s lives.

Show Notes:

●       05:03 Introduction

●       16:18 Helping People Change

●       30:45 Adjustments And Pivots

●       41:12 Stories

●       44:01 Rituals

When it comes to fitness, there is no “one size fits all” solution. Two people could be doing the same things and come out the other end with completely different results. Joining Adam Markel to discuss how you can develop a fitness strategy that works for you is Angelo Poli. Angelo is a transformation specialist and Founder of MetPro, the advanced methodology that analyzes an individual’s specific response to diet and activity and adjusts based on their personal needs and goals. He helps you achieve success and maintain by not only evaluating your physical fitness but by focusing on your mindset as well. Caring for your personal health is a lifetime battle, but it’s won worth winning. Don’t miss out on valuable tips and life-changing insights by tuning in to this episode.

Show Notes:

• 3:50 – Adam and Angelo’s perspective on life insurance and personal health
• 10:44 – The missing piece to taking care of yourself and how to get good at it
• 17:21 – Angelo’s pivot to business and fitness not being a one size fits all
• 23:44 – Why a person doesn’t achieve an outcome and evaluating health
• 27:30 – Is there a way to eradicate self-sabotage? Goal vs lifestyle
• 35:23 – Belief without process isn’t going to work and the domino effect that follows
• 41:34 – Building resilience to help us go the distance
• 45:21 – A belief system that produces a higher level of success
• 50:12 – Angelo’s rituals that created greater resilience

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How do we leverage continuous uncertainty to thrive in this unprecedented new world? 

The answer is to build the resilience we need to power us through the challenges we face so that we become “Change Proof.” Prepare to tackle the future with confidence by reading Adam’s latest book Change Proof: Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience.

In feng shui, you need to meditate and release all your karma. You also need to have a positive mindset about the world. And lastly, you need to connect with your environment. Find a place that you align with. If you hate where you sleep at night, you're going to have bad feng shui. Once you do that, you'll feel the joys of living again. Join Adam Markel as he talks to a global transformational leader and international bestselling author, Marie Diamond. She is also a world-renowned feng shui energy master and has also been knighted. Find out about her near-death experience at the age of 15 that helped spark her interest in meditation and feng shui. Learn how to align yourself with your environment and with the universe. And, discover a little bit about the Tubes of Light meditation. Start aligning with yourself today!

Show Notes:

4:30 - Energy regeneration & Marie's near-death experience

6:41 - The power of meditation and feng shui

16:50 - Why you must surrender to connect to the universe

22:57 - Connecting to your environment and a little mediation ritual

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The pandemic was a total game-changer. When it started, no one really knew how to deal with it. The uncertainty it brought forced many to unlearn and relearn processes because things were not the way they used to be. Addressing this elephant in the room, Adam Markel invites Andy Clement. Andy is from Kimberly-Clark Professional, where he has held 18 different roles in various departments, ranging from sales, marketing, strategy, innovation, and manufacturing, to general management. Since 2019, he has been the Chief Customer Officer of the company. In this episode, he shares with us their experience with the pandemic and how his teams have been resilient in the face of so much change and disruption. He then highlights the importance of feedback as a tool and how the company had to learn to sell in the new virtual landscape, developing relations through conversation and creating a more resilient selling system and sales team.

Show Notes:

03:18 Kimberly-Clark’s Definition Of Resilience And Growth Mindset

07:09 The Value Of Feedback

11:16 Why Resilience Is Important

13:44 How Uncertainty Impacted The Business

18:54 Rituals To Recovery

The road to being an actor is not as glamorous as it seems. Behind the fame and recognition is a steep hill full of challenges and rejection. To stay in the industry long enough to find yourself at the top, you need to have resilience. In this episode, Adam Markel is with Reed Diamond—an actor for over 35 years in television, films, and on Broadway—to get his take on why resilience is a key ingredient to making it as an actor. Reed takes us through his journey of differentiating between acting as a craft and an art, breaking the bad habit of pre-worrying, and dealing with uncertainty. Sharing lessons from acting that help in these changing times, Reed then dives deep into improvisation and how it can teach us to adapt in situations we least expect. Don’t miss out on the many insights this timely conversation has to offer. Tune in!

Think of your mind as an ocean of consciousness and deep within is your pure consciousness. That is your pure being, the unified field of all the laws of nature. When you go there, your consciousness expands, and you'll truly see who you are. Learn how you can access that with your host Adam Markel and his guest Dr. Tony Nader. Dr. Tony Nader, M.D., Ph.D. is a medical doctor trained at Harvard University and MIT. He is the successor to the founder of the TM technique, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Dr. Tony Nader is also the author of One Unbounded Ocean of Consciousness, which talks all about the topic of consciousness. Discover how you can enter your ocean of consciousness so that you can find your true self. Start being grateful for your consciousness today!

How do you become a true leader in a way that’s genuine and caring? Adam Markel presents Tom Peters, who honorably served in the Navy and is the best-selling co-author of In Search of Excellence—the book that changed the way the world does business and is often tagged as the best business book ever. In November 2017, Tom received the Thinkers50 Lifetime Achievement Award.

In this episode, Tom shares that a leader’s role is to make every living human being they work with successful. You need to connect with others as individual human beings, not as job categories. Be decent, caring, and thoughtful when getting your job done despite all roadblocks. Tune in and witness the power of humanizing in leadership!

Dr. Richard Shuster (pronounced Shoe-Stir) is a clinical psychologist, TEDx speaker, CEO of Your Success Insights, renowned media expert, and the host of The Daily Helping podcast. He is a man on a mission to help people become the best versions of themselves and make the world a better place. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel to talk about how people can cope with the stress brought on by these uncertain times. The two discuss the profound and long-term impacts of the pandemic both at home and at work. Businesses will never be the same again. Dr. Shuster shares his thoughts on what the future of work will look like and how organizations should adapt to meet the needs and demands of employees. He also shares his personal pivot and the near-death experience that opened his eyes to becoming the man he is today. Don’t miss out on this episode and get important insight into dealing with stress and building resiliency in your every day.

Show Notes: bullet form (timestamp from Final Audio)

·    00:00-03:19 – Introduction

·    03:20-07:38 – Dr. Richard Shuster’s Origin Story

·    07:39-16:56 – From Insufferable Materialist To Licensed Clinical Psychologist

·    16:57-27:01 – The Ramifications Of The Pandemic On The Psychological Well-Being

·    27:02-31:07 – Thoughts On Returning To “Normal”

·    31:08-36:40 – The Future Of Work

·    36:40-42:36 – Resilience And Managing Stress And Anxiety

·    42:37-49:56 – How To Empty Your Bucket And Embrace Gratitude

·    49:57-55:10 – Conclusion And Contact Details

The speaking industry evolves as the world evolves. Speakers every day face a risk of relevance – a need to change with the times and make their message resonate with people. Dr. Nick Morgan, communications and public speaking expert at Public Words, has a great quote from someone he spoke with on his show, a piece of wisdom that teaches us how exactly speakers, or anyone for that matter, can adapt to and deal with a new situation where everything has to be started from scratch. He shares this and other fascinating insights on navigating change in the speaking world with Adam Markel. Dr. Nick also explains why speakers are “lonely extroverts” and how building a community of speakers helps mitigate the loneliness that speakers feel after their time on stage is over. Join in and learn how dealing with uncertainty, building resilience, and change-proofing works in the speaking business.

In a field as dynamic and competitive as speaking, resilience is not just an advantage but a necessity. In this episode, Adam Markel sits down with Rich Tiller, an industry leader and two-time past president of the International Association of Speakers Bureaus (1990-91 & 1991-92.). They dive deep into Rich’s journey, from his early days as an athletic trainer to becoming a catalyst for connecting speakers with audiences. Rich highlights the evolution of the Speakers Bureau, particularly within the agricultural sector where he initially started, eventually branching out to create a non-agricultural division. Rich’s story is a testament to the resilience required in the speaking industry and the transformative power of effective communication.

Show Notes: Raw audio

• 01:29 – Getting Into The Events Industry
• 04:48 – Resilience And The Speaking Industry
• 31:46 – Debunking Myths About Speakers Bureaus
• 37:19 – Advice For Speakers And Event Organizers

Self-mastery and self-awareness are two things we don’t give a lot of mind to. What we forget is that mastering one’s self often leads to greater rewards in life. In this episode, Adam Markel sits down for a talk with Consciousness Accelerator & Transformation Specialist Kevin Russell. Kevin talks about how he learned to reconnect with his energetic core, connected with his inner self and started his journey to self-enlightenment. Tune in for more great insights on your road to enlightenment.

Show Notes:

00:00:00   Introduction

00:06:32   Tapping The Energetic Body

00:11:43   Self-Awareness

00:16:42   Releasing The Subconscious

00:23:30   Starting Your Journey Of Self-Mastery

00:27:21   Harmony In The Experience

00:35:33   Moving Towards Fulfillment

00:39:23   Purpose And Growth

00:43:02   Human Resiliency

00:52:20   Recognizing Your Reactions

00:55:35   Emotional Release

Is luck still evident today, or is it just a thing of the past? We see many people thriving in their careers, and we can’t help but wonder what their recipe for success is. Is it grit, optimism, resilience, or just sheer luck? Max Borges is the founder of Max Borges Agency, a 50 person PR firm that focuses exclusively on consumer tech clients. Collecting wisdom and motivational insights from his growth journey, he compiled his learnings and wrote his book, How to be Fan-f*cking-tastic. He shares with Adam Markel how he grew his namesake agency from a laptop on his kitchen table to a company generating $10 million in annual revenue. Tune in to learn more about how his optimism propelled him to rise through countless opportunities and achieve more success than he ever dreamed of.

Show Notes: (Raw Audio)

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:05:27 – Making a list of great quotes

00:08:00 – It ain’t rocket science

00:11:00 - Resourced and resourceful

00:15:11 - You need dead time to come alive

00:17:46 - Imagination as a way to guide us today

00:22:09 - Stripping away whatever the walls are

00:27:55 - Definition of resilience

00:32:37 – What resilient habits look like

00:35:47 - Working from home

00:38:41 - Opportunity to mentor people

00:41:03 - Conclusion: How do you love your life?

How do first responders recover from traumatic events? Adam Markel introduces William Branum, the founder of a CBD company called Naked Warrior Recovery, SEAL sniper instructor, and retired Navy SEAL leader. William talks with Adam about how failures are the most precious lessons in your entire life. You can use failures to build resilience in yourself. William also talks about how when things get out of whack, chronic illness happens because of inflammation. That’s when CBD enters the picture because it helps fight inflammation and acts as a neuroprotector, helping you find healing mentally, emotionally, and psychologically. Listen to this episode to learn more about recovering from traumatic events.

Show Notes:

00:03:45 - Introduction of William Branum

00:09:37 - There’s so much you can’t control

00:13:33 - Learned how to be a better runner

00:17:39 - Build resilience in yourself

00:17:39 - You’ll get immediate feedback

00:17:39 - Went out of SEAL and started own company

00:28:16 - Trying out CBD

00:31:53 - The naked Underwater Demolition Team

00:39:33 - CBD is an anti-inflammatory

00:42:51 - Everyone's endocannabinoid system has different requirements.

00:46:15 - Studies on the effectiveness of CBD

00:50:27 - Be consistent with your bedtime.  

Transformation and dealing with change isn't easy. Resiliency is the key to thriving past changes in the world. Adam Markel and Dr. Paul Scheele, PhD, sit down for a discussion on change and how people deal with it. Paul talks about confronting pressure, the survivor personality and why perfection is a waste of energy. Listen, learn and gain inspiration from Paul and his insights on the power of the human heart.

Human trafficking is such a difficult topic and a very stressful one to handle. How does an advocate for human freedom build the personal resilience needed to get keep fighting for the cause? In this replay episode, listen to Adam Markel and his guest, Mitzi Perdue, for some resilience tips and stories. Mitzi is a speaker, science and health writer, environmental columnist, entrepreneur and staunch advocate of the fight against human trafficking. In 2019, Mitzi founded Win This Fight! Stop Human Trafficking, an organization dedicated to raising funds for the global fight against one of the most lucrative and impervious criminal establishments in the world. This conversation took some very interesting turns, and it’s one that you're going to absolutely love. Tune in and get enlightened to the many things that you may not be aware of.

Show Notes:

• 04:25: How Mitzi got started with human trafficking
• 10:27: The three largest criminal enterprises in the world
• 19:05: Mitzi’s attitude on age
• 21:55: Mitzi’s rule on studying and taking a course
• 24:14: Getting better at communicating to share her advocacy
• 28:56: The most important steps in prevention
• 34:22: What Mitzi knows about Jeffrey Epstein
• 40:02: Resilience according to Mitzi
• 44:09: Creating resilience and self-cultivation
• 51:45: Understanding human relations and human motivation
• 1:03:59: What money can do

We need to change how we farm to feed nutritious fresh food to communities. Adam Markel presents Eddy Badrina, CEO of Eden Green Technology. The company is a vertical farming technology dedicated to growing and harvesting large amounts of produce locally. Eddy is also the Co-founder of BuzzShift, a digital strategy agency for mid-sized brands and organizations. Join in the conversation to discover that turnkey greenhouse systems use less land, energy, and water than traditional farming. Yet the results are exponentially better, safer, and more environmental-friendly. When you participate in this initiative, you can get fresh greens in your kitchen every other day. So if you want to know more about getting nutritious, fresh food, tune in!

Show Notes:

00:05:42: A Memory Can Either Trigger Positive Or Negative Emotional State 

00:13:59: Handwriting Your Autobiography

00:21:47: I Love My Life Challenge

00:35:28: Get In The Neutral For Best Decision-Making

00:46:08: Eden Green Technology 

00:58:44: Food Resiliency 

Fear of failure can hinder you from achieving great things in life. People that accept their mistakes and know how to practice the art of humility are bound to succeed and live better lives. This is one of the reasons why our guest believes humility is important. Stress physiologist and keynote speaker, Dr. Rebecca Heiss knows how to rewire our brains to work for us again. Traits like humility come from our brain and how we perceive things with our mindset. And our perspectives come from our ancestors, including the different human instincts. Listen to know how to fear less and make room for more amazing things!

Show Notes:

01:48 Introduction

04:39 Failures

07:20 Humility

21:20 Trusting Your Instincts

26:58 Pause

34:09 Conclusion

Do you want to live life with gusto, meaning, and purpose? Learn the art of living. Host Adam Markel welcomes Aaron McHugh, a podcaster and author of the best-selling book Fire Your Boss: Discover Work You Love Without Quitting Your Job. He is also the Founder of Work Life Play and an Affiliate Advisor to McKinsey/Aberkyn.

The art of living involves showing up wholeheartedly and pursuing an integrated life with no containers. Ground yourself in fierce reality, live an honest life, and be more acquainted with who you are and how you want to show up in the world. Join in the conversation and learn all about the art of living from Aaron.

What is “No Bullsh!t Leadership” and how is it different from the concept of leadership that’s being pushed today? Here to explain is Martin G. Moore. Martin is a leadership performance expert, author, and podcaster. His book, No Bullsh!t Leadership, is a Wall Street Journal Bestseller, and his podcast of the same name has achieved almost 2 million downloads, with listeners in over 100 countries. In this episode, he breaks down his take on leadership with host Adam Markel. Martin also defines resilience in the modern workplace and shares his thoughts on key business buzzwords such as “The Great Resignation” and the future of work with AI. Listen in for an informative and enlightening conversation and find out the one question Martin asks himself to practice resilience and keep growing.

Adam Markel starts the new year strong with his latest book, Change Proof. In this episode, he provides a sneak peek at its contents, created as a result of extensive leader assessments of Fortune 50 companies and start-up organizations. Adam breaks down what it takes to take a leap of faith and live the life you truly want, more energized and inspired than ever. The book dives deep into the importance of regeneration and time off, the myths surrounding resiliency, the dangers of always outrunning everyone, and the best approaches in addressing burnout. Adam also invites everyone to take his free resilience assessment to determine where your mindset currently stands: http://resiliencerank.com/. 

Show Notes:

0:00 – Introduction

3:42 – Stories about taking the leap of faith

6:41 – Inaccurate concepts of resiliency

9:56 – Learning from the future

12:24 – Taking time off and bouncing forward

16:37 – The Great Restoration

20:02 - Free resilience assessment

21:11 - Conclusion

Lisa Carlin is a Strategy Execution Specialist and Founding Director of FutureBuilders Group. She joins Adam Markel to discuss how to become a driver of change and cultivate continuous growth without waiting for disruptions to happen. Lisa explains what it takes to shape a workplace culture that improves and scales successfully in this rapid age of technology and the internet. They explore how to achieve transformation within the team by setting up a strategic and efficient feedback system. Lisa and Adam also talk about the right and most ethical ways to fix oppositional cultures, burnout, and mental health decline.

Relationship expert and truth seeker Peter King is the host of Wired for Impact Podcast. His main mission in life is to define a universal relationship ideal that people aspire to achieve, requiring them to fulfill their maximum potential. He sits down with Adam Markel to share his work, primarily with men and boys, to help discover their purpose. Peter shares how masculine energy can be elevated by relating to the feminine, leaving a powerful legacy of love and impact. He also explains how proper communication deepens relationships and how men could stand up against a society that continues to demonize them.

Hale Dwoskin is the New York Times best-selling author of "The Sedona Method" and the founder of Sedona Training Associates. This organization teaches courses based on the emotional releasing techniques inspired by his mentor, Lester Levenson. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel to share the key to achieving happiness. Our true nature is only achieved through self-radiant awareness that illuminates our experiences. Tune in to learn how to access your inner light and become your true self while loving life.

Show Notes:

00:00:00 – Introduction 

00:06:24 – The origin Of The Sedona Method

00:13:49 – The seeds of his fascination and commitment

00:19:40 – The source of Misery and understanding awareness

00:25:09 – Misconceptions in the Quest for Happiness

00:29:28 – The Sedona Method, from a technique to a way of living

00:33:08 – A set of tools to tap into our forgotten natural ability

00:36:51 – Are you actually that? Or are you that which is aware of it?

00:39:54 – Dealing with suffering, hurt, and loss

00:44:24 – The awareness is the light that illuminates

00:47:29 – You can choose to let go at any moment

00:49:47 – There is no energy in the past

00:51:15 – The resilience to stay with it and move forward

00:54:56 – On Adam’s mission and dealing with doubt

01:00:26 – Conclusion: Loving what is as it is

Nothing compares to a life lived being true to who you are. And Alan Cohen, M.A. has always lived from his heart rather than his head. This philosophy has transcended in all aspects of his life, paving him the path to becoming the author of 28* popular inspirational books and a contributing writer for the New York Times #1 bestselling series Chicken Soup for the Soul. For Alan, the more real he becomes, the happier and more successful he becomes. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel to take us into his life—finding his passion for writing and using it as a form of therapy. He also shares some of the realizations he’s had while creating his books, be that about life to love to spirituality. Join Alan and Adam in this conversation as they provide some interesting insights to ponder about, taking you deeper into your heart.

Show Notes:

·   05:30 – Writing As Therapy 

·   09:46 – The Dragon Doesn’t Live Here Anymore 

·   012:20 – Fear And Guilt 

·   22:53 – A Spiritual Journey 

·   36:02 – Rituals To Be Your Best Version

Leadership is not about your position or title. It's about who you are, how you live, and your ability to influence others to change things for the better. Adam Markel welcomes two legends from the rock and roll and business worlds, Steve Farber and John "Jay Jay" French, to talk about how they built their partnership, coming from different walks of life. Steve Farber is the founder and CEO of The Extreme Leadership Institute, an organization devoted to helping its clients develop award-winning cultures and achieve radical results. Ranked on Inc.'s listing of the Top 50 Leadership and Management Experts in the world, and #1 on Huffington Post's 12 Business Speakers to See. He is a bestselling author, popular keynote speaker, and a seasoned leadership coach and consultant who has worked with a vast array of public and private organizations in virtually every arena. Our second guest, John "Jay Jay" French, is a keynote & motivational speaker, an entrepreneur with several music industry businesses, and founding member/manager of the internationally-renown heavy metal band Twisted Sister. John is one of only a handful of people in the world of rock and roll who have succeeded on both the artistic side, being part of a world-class band, while simultaneously managing all aspects of their business and operations (some others include Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac and Steve Miller of The Steve Miller Band). This highly unique ability provides John with business insights that are virtually unmatched. Listen in on Adam's conversation with JJ and Steve about their formed partnership and the birth of their brand-new book, Twisted Business.

As the Chairman of the Board & CEO of WD-40 Company, it has not been easy for Garry Ridge to lead his team during the challenging pandemic. In such times of uncertainty, his eyes were opened that there is more to businesses than just earning a profit. He joins Adam Markel to discuss how they managed COVID-19 by embracing a resilient mindset and leveraging worries to achieve profound growth. Garry explains why business owners and managers must focus more on creating a culture of belongingness in their workspaces as everything remains stuck in virtual reality.

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As we all know, change is the only constant thing in this world. Do you get anxious about the changes in your life, or are you embracing them? In this episode, Adam Markel officially announces the podcast’s move from The Conscious Pivot to Change Proof. What does it all mean to be change-proof? Tune in as Adam shares the advantages of adapting to change and utilizing it as a catalyst for long-term growth.

Business growth speaker and author David Meerman Scott kept every single ticket of the live shows he watched since he was a child. So far, he has collected 804 of them. David is credited to be the only person who was able to photograph Bob Marley's last concert in Stanley Theater, Pittsburg in 1980, with his works featured in various documentaries and publications. With marketing as his main passion, he learned how to apply his love for live shows to his professional life. Sitting down with Adam Markel, he reminisces on his most memorable concerts and their lessons that elevated David's marketing career.

Success is a by-product of failure, but what do you need to do to profit from your failures? The secret sauce is learning to reframe and reset, and our guest this episode talk about how. Adam Markel sits down for a fruitful conversation with award-winning HR expert and the President of Best Practices, Brenda Neckvatal. Brenda and Adam talk about the challenges in HR, the disconnect between HR and CEOs, and most importantly, how to build resilience in business. Tune in and get more of Brenda’s tips and strategies.

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John Lee Dumas has been hosting his award-winning podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire since its launch in 2012. The show saw him sit down with over 2,600 entrepreneurs, enlightening him on the concept of achieving the so-called uncommon success. John Lee joins Adam Markel to share the 17 fundamental steps he outlines in his book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success, a practical guide in hitting your business goals by adopting a single, effective roadmap. He also explains how to pivot your podcasting career to rise and become more interesting than thousands of other shows out there. John Lee also shares valuable tips in conducting an effective interview, making it engaging to listeners and not just a boring information-producing machine. 

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"You won't believe what happened last night" is a great way to start a conversation. It grabs your audience, piques their interest, and connects you with them. When it comes to public speaking, you need to be able to do this so that you can build a strong relationship. You need to tell a story that will make you relatable and trustable, only then will you have their loyalty. To tell you more about customer connection are your host, Adam Markel and his guest Chip R. Bell. Chip is a world-renowned authority on customer loyalty and service innovation. He is one of the best keynote speakers in the world. He is a war veteran. He is also the author of several books, including his bestselling book, Inside Your Customer’s Imagination. Learn how to connect with your audience and build customer loyalty. Learn how to be innovative and different so that you can stand out. 

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In a world obsessed with achieving perfect equilibrium, Bryan Bentley, a self-made executive, offers a refreshing perspective to be the master of balance. His ability to balance professional and personal life, coupled with his unwavering dedication to his team, makes him a true standout. His philosophy is simple yet profound: give it your all, whether you're at work, home, or spending quality time with loved ones. By embracing this approach, Bryan has not only achieved remarkable success in his career but has also cultivated strong personal relationships. His ability to pivot and thrive in the face of adversity is a testament to his leadership and unwavering determination. With a deep-rooted passion for helping others, Bryan has transformed his team into a high-performing family, fostering a culture of inclusivity, trust, and growth. Discover the secrets to Bryan's success as he shares his insights on leadership, personal development, and the art of overcoming challenges.

Show Notes:

02:25 - Work-life balance and the "give it all" approach

11:23 - The importance of adaptability and resilience

34:35 - The role of company culture and communication

39:03 - The impact of technology on the workplace

42:44 - The speaker's personal journey and career pivots

How do you bring more peace, love, and harmony into your life? By stillness and meditation. Adam Markel interviews Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha, a New York Times Best-Selling Author and Founder of the Institute of Soul Healing & Enlightenment™. Master Sha talks about how you often look outside of yourself to find healing for stress and anxiety. But the answer comes from within you. To deal with stress, you need to calm down and meditate. Forgive unconditionally. Focus on healing words. Join in the conversation to learn more about bringing love, peace, and harmony. You have the power to heal yourself. And together, we can heal the world!

How do you shape your habits? How do you train your mind so you could deal with life’s uncertainties? John Assaraf is here to help us answer these questions. He is one of the leading mindset and behavioral experts in the world who has appeared numerous times on Larry King Live, Anderson Cooper and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He is the founder and CEO of MyNeuroGym.com, a company dedicated to using the most advanced technologies and evidence-based brain training methods to help individuals strengthen their mindset and emotional skills, so they unleash their inner power and maximize their results. In this episode, he joins Adam Markel to talk about working on strengthening and training your mind which is the greatest tool you can have in your lifetime. It’s important to exercise and be physically fit but you have to make sure you’re training your mind too. Don’t stay stuck. Learn how to create habits that would make you grow and achieve great things!

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Courage and resiliency. These are the words Captain Daniel Lim, USMC, lives by. In this episode, Adam Markel sits down for a conversation with Captain Lim as they look at his efforts to support resiliency in the United States Marines Corps. Using education and support from key resources, Captain Lim is helping servicemen to cope with the pressures of military service and try to reduce the suicide rate in the military. Learn more and be inspired by Captain Lim and his story.

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