The MaxLife Podcast with Ben Laws – Détails, épisodes et analyse

If you think resilience is just about “hustling harder,” think again.

Sunny Kaila went from a remote Indian village—no English, no connections—to building a global tech company that now powers 400+ businesses.

In this episode, we unpack the pivotal moments that shaped Sunny’s mindset, the exact risks he took, and how he used rejection, poverty, and cultural barriers as fuel to go way beyond survival.

You’ll learn:

Guest BioSunny Kaila is the Founder, CEO, and real-life American Dream behind IT By Design, a leading talent solutions provider for MSPs worldwide.

Sunny’s approach to life and business is unique—he sees opportunities where others see obstacles and isn’t afraid to take thoughtful risks when needed. His journey as an immigrant from India and his remarkable rise to success in the tech industry are truly inspiring. He openly shares his experiences through speaking engagements, writings, and his podcast, Sunny’s Silver Linings. One of his most powerful keynotes, “Talentpreneurship: How to Build and Grow a Healthy Business, Transform the People Around You, and Live the Life of Your Dreams,” continues to leave a profound impact on audiences around the world. 

Through his authentic storytelling and empowering message, Sunny motivates others to follow their dreams and make a positive difference in their lives and the lives of those around them.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnykaila/ 

https://itbd.net/

Key Topics

• Sunny’s journey from rural India to building a successful global IT company 

• The role of faith, gratitude, and mindset in overcoming obstacles

• His transition from taxi driver to tech entrepreneur through education and perseverance

• How choosing growth over comfort shaped his personal and professional path

• Creating a 24/7 IT service model that turned competitors into collaborators

• The importance of legacy, resilience, and fatherhood—highlighted by his upcoming Everest Base Camp trek with his son

Resources & Mentions

• IT By Design

• Chardi Kala

• Dan Sullivan - Strategic Coach

• Atomic Habits

• Build IT Live Event

Craig Hersch was a peak-performing attorney and Ironman athlete… until a sudden triple bypass cracked everything open. In this powerful conversation, Ben Laws unpacks the real transformation—how mortality rewired Craig’s priorities, relationships, and business legacy. If you’re addicted to doing, this episode might just save your life—or your purpose. This is the MaxLife podcast.

Guest Bio

Craig R. Hersch is a nationally recognized estate planning attorney, author, and practice development expert. He is the Senior Partner at the Sheppard Law Firm in Fort Myers, Florida. A Florida Bar Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates attorney and CPA, he has pioneered several trademarked processes within his estate planning and administration practice, including The Family Estate & Legacy Program™ and The Estate Settlement Program™.

As the creator of The Freedom Practice™, Hersch coaches estate planning attorneys from around the country, helping them enhance client service and distinguish themselves in an increasingly competitive legal marketplace. His expertise is regularly featured in Trusts & Estates Magazine, the nation’s leading trade journal for estate attorneys, CPAs, and financial planners, where he serves on the editorial advisory board.

Hersch is a prolific author with numerous books designed to educate clients and legal professionals.

He’s published professional articles in The Practical Tax Lawyer, The Florida Bar Journal, and Trusts & Estates Magazine. He also writes numerous whitepapers providing valuable estate planning insights for clients and attorneys. Beyond his legal practice, Hersch has an entrepreneurial background as a founding shareholder and director of a Florida private state-chartered trust company that, after 18 years, was sold to a regional bank.

Speaking Engagements & Industry Leadership

Hersch is a sought-after speaker and educator, delivering high-energy, insightful presentations to attorneys, CPAs, and financial professionals. His ability to break down complex estate planning, tax, and business succession strategies into practical, real-world solutions makes him a standout presenter at continuing education programs sponsored by The Florida Bar, The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants, WealthCounsel, Strategic Coach, and other programs.

His dynamic speaking style blends deep technical expertise with real-world business insights, engaging audiences with actionable strategies they can apply in their practices. Whether speaking to attorneys looking to modernize their firms, CPAs, or financial professionals navigating the evolving estate planning landscape, Hersch delivers high-impact sessions that inspire professionals to elevate their approach.

Personal Life

Craig enjoys cycling, swimming, boating, and hiking, dividing his time between Fort Myers and Asheville. He is married to Patti, and together they have three daughters—Gabrielle, Courtney, and Madison—as well as two sons-in-law, Benji and Philip.

Twitter: https://x.com/fltrustlaw

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheppardlawfirm/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-hersch-58b29511

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@craighersch

Connect with Craig: https://craighersch.com/

 Key Topics

• The mindset shift from “driven achiever” to a more present, intentional version of success

• How crisis and vulnerability reshaped Craig’s view on family, time, and legacy

• The role of discipline, coaching, and commitment in overcoming physical and emotional challenges

• Balancing entrepreneurship, personal goals, and deep family connection

• Craig’s reflections on mortality, legacy, and what truly matters at the end of the day

• How pushing physical limits helped him reconnect with his values and purpose

Resources & Mentions

Rabbi Sacks

Strategic Coach

Sheppard Law Firm

4freedompractice.com

https://craighersch.com/

Perpetual Wealth

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Max Life Podcast, Ben Laws sits down with Kelly Knight, President & Integrator of EOS Worldwide, to explore the power of personal stories, resilience, and the pursuit of purpose. Kelly shares her journey from growing up as the daughter of a visionary entrepreneur to becoming a transformational leader herself. She opens up about the life-shaping lessons she learned from her parents, the struggles she faced—including a childhood diagnosis that challenged her physically and emotionally—and how those experiences shaped her leadership philosophy.

In a deeply moving segment, Ben reflects on the profound impact of losing his son Benny, and how that experience forever changed the lens through which he views life, purpose, and love. The conversation becomes a touching exchange on grief, legacy, transformation, and choosing to live fully rather than simply exist.

Together, Kelly and Ben offer a raw and powerful conversation about trust, confidence, ndness, and the unexpected beauty found in life’s hardest moments.

Guest Bio

Kelly Knight is best known as the President and Integrator of EOS Worldwide, an organization that provides entrepreneurs with simple, practical tools and process to achieve their goals and get everything they want from their business. Since joining EOS Worldwide in 2016, she has been instrumental in driving accountability and harmoniously uniting the major functions of the business. Her leadership focuses on organizational clarity and fostering a culture of growth and Transformation.

Prior to EOS, Kelly spent two decades as an entrepreneur in the financial services industry, honing her skills as an expert team-builder and leader. Her passion lies in uniting teams to achieve extraordinary outcomes and helping leaders realize their full potential.

Kelly is also a co-author of the book “People: Dare to Build an Intentional Culture,” which shares insights and tools to create a thriving workplace culture with heart-centered leadership and intentionality at the core.

www.eosworldwide.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellypknight/

https://x.com/kellyknighteos

Key Topics

• How Kelly’s upbringing shaped her leadership style—blending visionary thinking and heart-centered empathy

• The role of trust, confidence, and optimism in entrepreneurship and human connection

• Kelly’s early health challenges and how they sparked resilience, grit, and defiance of limiting beliefs

• The importance of living the EOS Life and the barriers that keep entrepreneurs from fulfillment

• Ben’s story of losing his son Benny and how grief transformed his perspective on life, love, and legacy

• Why embracing struggle and holding space for others leads to deeper impact and personal transformation

Resources & Mentions

• Driven: Understanding and Harnessing the Genetic Gifts Shared by Entrepreneurs, Navy SEALs, Pro Athletes and Maybe YOU

• Grit: The Power of Passion & Perseverance

• Strategic Coach

• The EOS Life: How to Live Your Ideal Entrepreneurial Life

• Know Honesty

• Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business

• Rocket Fuel: The One Essential Combination That Will Get You More of What You Want From Your Business

• The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry

• The Power of Positive Thinking 

• EOSworldwide.com 

• People: Dare to Build An Intentional Culture
  

In this episode of MaxLife, Tom Wheelwright, renowned tax strategist and CPA, shares his expertise on how entrepreneurs can legally minimize taxes, build wealth, and optimize their financial future. He discusses his journey from starting his own firm to working with Robert Kiyosaki, highlighting how strategic tax planning can be a game-changer for business owners. Tom emphasizes the power of asking the right questions, the importance of working for assets instead of money, and why understanding the "why" behind financial strategies is key to success. He also breaks down the most common mistakes entrepreneurs make when it comes to taxes and financial growth—and how to avoid them.

Guest Bio

Tom Wheelwright®, CPA, is a tax and wealth expert and a serial entrepreneur dedicated to the belief that everyone deserves to be financially independent of employers, Wall Street and the government. His businesses — WealthAbility®, TFW Advisors®, PLA Software and Wheelwright Manahan Family Office — provide the education, tax preparation, tools and teams that enable people to experience that freedom. Wheelwright is a Rich Dad Advisor, the CPA for Robert Kiyosaki, an international speaker, and the author of the bestselling books The Win-Win Wealth Strategy and Tax-Free Wealth. He has spoken on stage on six continents to over 100,000 entrepreneurs, small business owners, and investors. He also hosts the popular podcast The WealthAbility® Show with Tom Wheelwright® CPA.

https://wealthability.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Tom.Wheelwright.CPA 

https://www.facebook.com/4wealthability/ 

Key Topics 

• Taxes are a tool for wealth building.

• Ask the right questions about tax strategy.

• Work for assets, not money.

• Entrepreneurs often overpay in taxes.

• Surround yourself with the right experts.

Resources & Mentions

The WealthAbility Show

Rich Dad, Poor Dad

Tax Free Wealth

Why The Rich Are Getting Richer

The WealthAbility Show

www.tfwadvisors.us

www.wealthability.com

In this episode of MaxLife, Ben Laws and Kary Oberbrunner dive into the journey of answering the call to something greater, overcoming fear, and embracing transformation through adversity. Kary shares personal struggles, including childhood trauma and self-doubt, and how bold decisions and short-term discomfort led him to a life of deeper significance. Together, they explore the power of stepping out of comfort zones, making intentional choices, and finding true fulfillment by serving others.

Guest Bio

Kary Oberbrunner is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of 14 books. As CEO of Igniting Souls® and Instant IP™ he helps abundant-minded & coachable-competent entrepreneurs PUBLISH, PROTECT, and PROMOTE their intellectual property and turn it into 18 streams of income so they can change the world.

An award-winning novelist, screenwriter, and inventor, he’s been featured in Entrepreneur, Forbes, CBS, Fox News, Yahoo, and many other major media outlets. His TEDx has been viewed over 1 million times.

As a young man, he suffered from severe stuttering, depression, and self-injury. Today a transformed man, Kary ignites souls: speaking internationally on a variety of topics and consulting the world's top entrepreneurs and brands regarding publishing, protecting, and promoting intellectual property.

He has several earned degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts, Masters in Divinity, and Doctorate in Transformational Leadership. He also serves as the Berry Chair of Entrepreneurship at Cedarville University, where he teaches on the topics of Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing. Kary enjoys cycling, especially in the French Alps. He lives in Ohio with his wife Kelly and three children: Keegan, Isabel, and Addison.

https://ignitingsouls.com/

https://www.instantip.today/

https://karyoberbrunner.com/

Key Topics 

• Answering the Call to More

• Overcoming Fear & Self-Doubt

• The Power of Decision

• Pain as a Growth Catalyst

Resources & Mentions

• 48 Days of the Work You Love

• Day Job to Dream Job

• Dan Sullivan

• Igniting Souls

• Instant IP

In this episode of MaxLife, Chris Johnson shares his entrepreneurial journey and the mindset shifts that have fueled his success. He dives deep into the power of gratitude, overcoming adversity, and the importance of energy management for entrepreneurs. Chris opens up about pivotal moments in his career, including his early ventures, the challenges of building a business, and how faith, discipline, and mindset have shaped his path. He also discusses how entrepreneurs can avoid burnout, unlock their full potential, and build both generational wealth and a life of fulfillment.

Guest Bio

Chris Johnson is the CEO of Rapid Brands and a prominent entrepreneur known for his appearance on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank. He built Rapid Brands into the United States' fastest-growing microwave cookware company, featuring innovations like the Rapid Ramen Cooker, the Rapid Mac Cooker, and 18 additional inventions. Products are sold in major retailers including Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Amazon, with Rapid Brands exceeding $50M in retail sales nationwide. In December 2023, Johnson sold the Rapid Mac Cooker to one of the largest suppliers of Mac & Cheese in the U.S. and Rapid Brands to a major Amazon Brand Merchant.

The innovation hasn’t stopped there. Johnson is also the Founder of Passive Candidate Pro AI, a technology company that simplifies the hiring process by allowing employers to click, interview, and hire top talent twice as fast and at half the cost. The platform automatically schedules interviews with hard-to-find passive candidates, supercharging the hiring process.

In addition, Johnson founded The Johnson Group in May 2006, a corporate recruiting firm that revolutionizes talent acquisition for the architecture, engineering, construction, and environmental fields. The Johnson Group has developed the Corporate Recruiter Solution (CRS), providing firms with top-tier talent without costly recruiting fees, functioning as an internal corporate recruiter rather than a transactional headhunter. The firm has experienced over 3,100% growth and employs hundreds nationwide.

Johnson graduated from the University of California, Davis, and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School, OPM 52. He is also a member of YPO (Young President’s Organization), and Strategic Coach, Free Zone.

Johnson is married to his high school sweetheart, Shawna, and they have been together since he was 14 years old. They have four children aged 26, 21, 16, and 11.

Instagram: @chrisjohnsonbiz

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-johnson-2800019/

Key Topics 

•  How shifting focus from lack to gratitude changed Chris’s mindset and success

• The importance of morning routines focused on gratitude and faith

• Chris’s early entrepreneurial ventures, from throwing parties to starting a modeling agency

• Why entrepreneurs often suffer twice—once in worry, then in reality

• The mindset shift from comparison to appreciation

Resources & Mentions

Rich Dad, Poor Dad

Dan Sullivan

Who Not How

In this episode, Regan Archibald shares his insights on The Energy Game—how entrepreneurs can optimize their health, mindset, and habits to fuel long-term success. He discusses his journey from a ranch upbringing to becoming a leader in longevity and functional medicine, highlighting key lessons on avoiding burnout, leveraging energy for peak performance, and building sustainable wealth. Regan also introduces his Ageless Operating System, a framework for maximizing healthspan and vitality while navigating the demands of entrepreneurship.

Guest Bio

Regan Archibald, Lac, FMP, is one of the leading Peptide, Functional Medicine and Longevity Specialists in the nation. His award-winning center, EastWest Health (acueastwest.com) has performed 10,000+ labs and counting. These comprehensive blood labs include 100 important markers that allow Regan and his team to understand the root cause of health issues. Regan is an international speaker and is the author of 9 books including The Peptide Blueprint and Ageless Future. His podcast, Unreasonable Health has featured thought leaders from many industries. When not traveling, Regan can often be found deep in the Utah mountains with his wife Jessica or his kids, Zoe, Dominic and Jonah.

https://acueastwest.com/

https://www.facebook.com/EastWestSaltLake

https://www.instagram.com/eastwesthealthclinic/

Key Topics

• Regan’s journey from a ranch upbringing to an entrepreneurial lifestyle
• Regan’s Ageless Operating System and how it helps entrepreneurs optimize their health
• The role of energy and frequency in personal and professional success
• How to avoid burnout and build sustainable wealth
• Regan’s top 3 health habits for high-performance entrepreneurs

Resources & Mentions

https://acueastwest.com

https://fourhourworkweek.com/

https://fourhourbody.com/

The eMyth

www.strategiccoach.com

Power vs Force by David Hawkins 

Molecules of Emotion

https://www.youtube.com/@ThePowerOfYou

https://jackcanfield.com

https://www.hivehousestudio.com

Tao Te Ching

Get ready for MaxLife – the podcast that takes you behind the scenes with entrepreneurs and high performers who have lived through the highs and lows of success. Hosted by Ben Laws, this isn’t your typical business talk. We’re diving deep into unfiltered conversations about mindset shifts, the real struggles, and the secrets to creating meaningful growth in business, relationships, health, and beyond.

This MaxLife trailer gives you a sneak peek into the powerful stories and insights that will inspire action and fuel your own journey. You won’t want to miss the first episodes dropping soon!

In this episode of the Max Life Podcast, Ben Laws interviews Joe Schafbuch—entrepreneur, father of seven, and leader of one of the most successful Century 21 franchises in the U.S. Joe unpacks how early adversity became his ultimate leadership advantage—and why the best business builders invest in people, not just strategy.

You’ll learn:

• Why hardship produces better leaders than success ever could.
• How to turn mentorship into your highest-return investment.
• A mindset shift for building with your people—not on them.

For entrepreneurs and high performers, this is a crash course in turning challenge into fuel—and building teams that scale because they believe.

Guest Bio

Joe Schafbuch is Broker/Owner of CENTURY 21 Signature Real Estate in Ames, Iowa, and a partner in property‑management and closing‑services ventures including RPM Iowa and Real Clear Settlement & Exchange.LinkedIn

At 45—and with seven children at home—Joe bought a 16‑agent brokerage with no real‑estate license and grew it into a top‑10 CENTURY 21 franchise nationwide. The firm has since been named a Top Workplace in Iowa four consecutive years and ranked #2 medium‑sized workplace in the U.S. in 2024.

Joe’s entrepreneurial streak began early (re‑selling golf balls and locker‑room candy), followed by stints in automotive sales and restaurant management before finding his true calling in real estate. Today he champions a “build with people, not on people” culture, invests asymmetrically in talent, and mentors founders on vision‑led growth and unique‑ability teamwork.

Away from business, Joe relishes adventure, lifelong learning, and time with his expanding family—13 grandchildren and counting.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-schafbuch-59812311/

Key Topics

•  Why college wasn’t the right fit—and what he learned hitchhiking instead

• Building businesses without industry experience—and succeeding

• The philosophy behind “build with, not on” in leadership

• How Strategic Coach and books like The E-Myth changed his mindset

• The power of humility and the dangers of internal self-limiting narratives

• What it means to fall in love with your past and reframe regret

• Why success can be a terrible teacher

• The transition to mentorship and coaching in the next stage of life

Resources & Mentions

How to Win Friends and Influence People

Maker.ai

Julia Waller 

The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What To Do About It

Strategic Coach

Dan Sullivan

Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t

Monk Manual

In this deeply rich conversation, entrepreneur and technologist Lior Weinstein breaks down how to build at scale—without burning out or going numb.

From surviving war as a child in Israel to launching ventures across the globe, Lior shares how he’s learned to lead with clarity, process emotion in real time, and design a life that prioritizes joy without sacrificing drive.

He and Ben Laws explore the quiet power of emotional triggers, why regret—when reflected on without shame—can guide us, and how ambition feels different when it's rooted in love, not fear.

If you're building fast and thinking deeper, this episode will meet you where you are—and take you further.

Guest Bio

Lior Weinstein is a serial entrepreneur specializing in digital transformation across mobile, web, and desktop platforms. He founded his first company at just 14 years old and went on to build and exit multiple technology companies before the end of his 20s. Over the years, Lior has worked on a wide range of projects—from quirky campaigns promoting DIY chicken coops to large-scale marketing automation systems.

His true gift lies in simplifying complex ideas and turning them into actionable, high-impact solutions. Lior has contributed to the development of over 30 mobile apps used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide, along with hundreds of B2C and B2B websites. His work has been recognized by Microsoft for outstanding UI design and featured on the Apple US App Store.

Today, Lior focuses his energy on building new technology-driven joint ventures, and serving as a fractional CTO and CRO for founder-led companies generating $20M–$100M in annual revenue. He also lends his expertise to nonprofit organizations, helping them scale with the same care and innovation he brings to for-profit ventures.

Key Topics

• How growing up in a militarized, high-stress environment shaped Lior’s perspective on risk and resilience

• His family's history of surviving the Holocaust—and the emotional wisdom passed down by osmosis 

• The difference between anticipation and anxiety, and why framing matters 

• How Lior balances his role as a technologist with deep emotional and relational work 

• The power of travel, intentional living, and minimizing to maximize joy 

• Triggers and the practice of observing before reacting 

Resources & Mentions

Soft White Underbelly

Getting the Love Your Want: A Guide for Couples

Inside Out 2 

Interstellar

The Wealth of Nations

The Theory of Moral Sentiments

Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals

Die With Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life

How to Live