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In this solo episode, Codie dives into the consequences of poor leadership, emphasizing the importance of trust and long-term thinking in building a successful company culture. She shares insights from top leaders like Elon Musk and Sam Walton, along with tips from successful entrepreneurs and her own experiences in leading businesses. The episode wraps up with a Q&A session where she answers listeners' questions about entrepreneurship and leadership. Record your first video https://creators.riverside.fm/Codie and use code CODIE for 15% off an individual plan. 00:00 START 01:43 Rant: Leadership Lessons 03:00 CEO Story Time: Elon Musk's Leadership 11:44 The Contrarian Creed 15:22 Deal of the Week: Customer Leverage 21:19 Q&A: Advice and Insights 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: / @podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: / @bigdeal.podcast 📽️ TikTok: / @big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Codie sits down with former pro racing driver Danica Patrick to discuss overcoming self-doubt, navigating career transitions, and handling criticism. Danica shares her experiences as a athlete in a male-dominated sport, offering insights on mental toughness, goal setting, and managing public scrutiny. They also get into the importance of vulnerability, manifestation, and personal growth, highlighting Danica's ventures in podcasting, wine-making, and public speaking. The conversation touches on everything from gender roles and modern relationships to Danica's recovery from breast implant illness. 00:00 START 02:16 Danica's Racing Career and Overcoming Doubt 08:00 Transitioning from Racing to Business 27:33 Visualization and Manifestation Techniques 34:51 Controversial Topics: Gender and Society 39:56 Navigating Opinions and Politics 47:55 Health and Vulnerability 57:40 Exploring the Nature of Reality 01:09:24 Psychedelics and Personal Growth 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: / @podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: / @bigdeal.podcast 📽️ TikTok: / @big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Codie was joined by Mikhaila Peterson, who shares her experiences overcoming health challenges, navigating relationships, and emphasizing honesty and self-improvement. Together, they discuss the nuances of balancing business and personal strengths within a relationship dynamic, as well as the misconceptions around modern dating and hookup culture. The conversation also covers the vital role of health and diet in fertility, and societal shifts towards more conservative values. Record your first video https://creators.riverside.fm/Codie and use code CODIE for 15% off an individual plan. 00:00 START 02:20 Contrarian Idea of the Week: Warren Buffett's Wisdom 03:55 CEO Story Time: Treadmill Friends vs. Sofa Friends 06:52 Interview with Mikhaila Peterson: Overcoming Challenges 09:52 Navigating Modern Relationships and Personal Growth 34:06 Balancing Business and Personal Strengths 34:30 Meeting Andrew Tate: Impressions and Reflections 37:25 Navigating Business with a Partner 40:28 The Importance of Honesty in Relationships 42:22 Sex and Intimacy in a Busy Life 44:52 The Impact of Societal Norms on Women 53:35 Fertility Challenges and Health Insights 58:37 Questioning the Medical Establishment 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich Roll joins Codie Sanchez to share his inspiring journey from addiction to recovery and success. He discusses how he overcame alcoholism and financial struggles to become a leader in wellness and endurance sports. Rich also talks about his early passion for swimming and how facing challenges made him more resilient. They explore his thoughts on dealing with societal pressures, making important life decisions, and how small, disciplined actions can lead to significant personal growth and change. Record your first video https://creators.riverside.fm/Codie and use code CODIE for 15% off an individual plan! 01:36 Business Tip: Eliminate, Automate, Delegate 02:46 Steal My Rich Friend: Rich Roll's Journey Through Pain and Success 04:43 Early Life and Athletic Pursuits 10:34 Financial Struggles and Overcoming Poverty Mindset 16:41 The Power of Small Changes and Discipline 24:56 Realizations and Career Shifts 35:57 Understanding and Supporting Addiction 40:08 Parental Challenges and Support 41:41 Therapist's Tough Love 43:41 The Power of Surrender 45:33 12-Step Program and Moral Inventory 49:51 Endurance Sports as Self-Discovery 01:12:29 The Importance of Love and Connection 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Codie Sanchez and Tim Kennedy discuss Tim's "hard to kill" philosophy, focusing on overcoming challenges and adversity. Tim shares his journey from troubled youth to disciplined warrior, including his warzone experiences and dedication to service. He highlights his ventures, Sheepdog Response and Apogee School, which help others build resilience and strength. Record your first video https://creators.riverside.fm/Codie and use code CODIE for 15% off an individual plan! 00:00 START   00:12 Becoming Hard to Kill: A Philosophy   01:39 Business Tips: Eliminate, Automate, Delegate   02:56 Contrarian Idea of the Week   03:31 Steal My Rich Friend: Tim Kennedy   04:43 The Importance of Purpose for Young Men   05:52 Personal Transformation and Low Points   11:33 The Role of Hope and Leadership   14:40 The Power of Giving and Selflessness   18:04 Tim and His Wife: Pursuing Relationships   25:32 Hard Work and Shared Values   27:42 Tim's Drive to Serve in War Zones   35:33 Facing Fear and Overcoming Challenges   40:45 The Essence of Duty and Leadership   41:11 Realities of Military Life   47:14 Personal Reflections and Hardships   01:10:58 The Importance of Grit and Resilience   01:13:10 Business of the Week: Tim's Business Empire 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Big Deal, host Codie Sanchez goes solo to talk about career advancement. She emphasizes the importance of moving beyond minimum wage jobs and challenges the idea of staying loyal to one company. Instead, she suggests job hopping to beat inflation and boost your career. Codie offers practical advice on dealing with HR, negotiating raises, and turning bad management experiences into opportunities for entrepreneurship. She also discusses quitting respectfully, balancing high-stress jobs with personal life, and the impact of remote work. The episode wraps up with tips on keeping professional relationships after quitting and the long-term benefits of experience in big companies. Record your first video https://creators.riverside.fm/Codie and use code CODIE for 15% off an individual plan! 00:00 START   02:12 The Reality of Corporate Jobs and How to Navigate Them   06:22 Mastering the Art of Negotiation 14:39 The Right and Wrong Ways to Ask for a Raise   18:08 Leaving a Job: When and How to Make the Move   20:37 The Side Hustle Dilemma: When to Stick or Quit   22:14 Navigating the Transition from Employee to Entrepreneur   24:48 Balancing High-Stress Jobs with Personal Life   29:52 Rethinking Remote Work: The Office vs. Home Debate   34:23 Navigating HR and Leaving a Job on Good Terms   37:10 The Power of Big Company Experience in Your Career 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Codie spoke with Harvard professor and best-selling author Arthur Brooks on various topics, including the secrets to happiness, the interplay between love and leadership, and the ethical dimensions of free enterprise and capitalism. Arthur shared insights on moral influence and how personality traits shape our lives and relationships. He also provided practical advice for navigating these complexities in today's world, drawing from his extensive expertise and experiences. 00:00 START 00:19 The Power of Love in Leadership and Happiness 03:44 A Journey from Musician to Free Enterprise Advocate 06:15 The Impact of Social Media and Political Polarization on Happiness 09:53 Navigating the World of Dark Triads in Personal and Professional Life 18:07 The Science of Happiness: Practical Steps to a More Fulfilling Life 27:33 Hope vs. Optimism: Learning from History's Lessons 29:07 Embracing Hope and Personal Agency 30:10 The Changing Happiness of Women: Insights and Analysis 31:53 The Impact of Social Media and Activism on Women's Happiness 32:15 The Beauty Standards and Social Pressures in Modern Society 36:28 Exploring Relationships, Compatibility, and the Power of Differences 44:30 Meeting the Dalai Lama: Lessons on Intuition and Mentorship 48:28 Confronting and Understanding Our Deepest Fears 52:42 The Power of Empathy and Reflection in Personal Growth 58:23 Life Lessons and Anecdotes: Embracing the Journey 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever thought to yourself: what does it mean to be 'broke', or even 'how do I break out of poverty'? In this episode, Codie answers your questions about achieving financial freedom from her own experiences by explaining the paths that led to her financial independence and breaking down the importance of financial literacy and education. Then, hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, and author James Altucher joins in a candid conversation about rebuilding after losing millions and how he was able to survive after public failure. 00:00 START 00:40 Steal My Rich Friend: James Altucher 04:21 The Dark Side of Financial Success 11:02 Bouncing Back: Strategies for Recovery 15:13 Embracing Experimentation and Idea Generation 22:28 The Impact of Sharing Ideas and Experiences 31:34 Asking the team if they're smoking crack  34:02 Navigating Criticism and the Importance of Perspective 37:59 Reflecting on Past Interactions and the Impact of Trolling 38:30 The Dangers of Engaging with Trolls Online 39:51 The Power of Positive Influence and Choosing Kindness 43:43 Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Strategies and Insights 45:12 Understanding and Defining 'Broke' 46:46 The Realities of Poverty Across Different Age Groups 51:33 Practical Steps to Escaping Poverty 01:04:16 Navigating the Challenges of Being Broke and Making Changes 01:18:00 Choosing Your Hard: The Path Out of Brokeville 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can you stay mentally strong when life gets tough? Michael Chandler shares his advice with host Codie Sanchez, highlighting his UFC and MMA experience. Michael offers an inside look at the preparations needed to excel as a fighter and family man, focusing on gratitude, self-perception, and the pursuit of excellence. They also cover his company WalkOn Fitness, the upcoming fight with Conor McGregor, backing the healthy and high-protein PB&J called Kram, and the business behind making money as a fighter. 00:01:05 - Contrarian Idea: You need a story to tell yourself when life is hard 00:02:34 - Steal My Rich Friend: Michael Chandler 00:05:13 - The role of a mindset coach 00:16:13 - The real passion project is family 00:30:11 - Handling trolls 00:35:30 - How the business of UFC works 00:43:56 - Creating an empire and the upcoming fight with Conor McGregor 00:46:17 - Backing Kram, healthy and high-protein PB&J 00:48:54 - Creating a plan within your relationship 00:57:51 - Staying out of the toxicity and noise 01:03:14 - Looking fit but not being healthy 01:06:03 - Deal of the week: Making money as a fighter 01:12:05 - CEO Story Time: Increase your self-control 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/Codie_Sanchez Resources: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17461391.2019.1629180#abstract https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1750946721000337#sec0080 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you actually have to leave your hometown to make it big? Codie dives into the science behind success and financial freedom, exploring the role of economic interconnectedness, environment, and mentorship, uncovering key factors influencing achievement, from the impact of hometowns to the benefits of networking and exposure to diverse communities. Rob Abasolo of the YouTube channel Robuilt explains why he flew the nest to find success, while Nathan Barry of ConvertKit explains how staying put led him to scale ConvertKit to where it is today.   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 00:06:27 Scott Galloway said you shouldn't spend time in your apartment if you're young. 00:10:59 Deal of the Week: Culdesac Tempe. 00:15:52 A dating show for retirement communities? 00:18:06 Steal my Rich Friends: Rob Abosolo of Robuilt. 00:20:37 Getting the courage to leave home. 00:22:29 How NOT getting a dream job opened more doors. 00:24:16 Risk-compounding. 00:39:51 Steal my Rich Friend: Nathan Barry of ConvertKit. 00:54:46 Trading time for money. 01:09:23 CEO Storytime: Codie's biggest regret. 01:12:14 Happiness in relation to how close we live to others. 01:14:10 Relationships formed through difficulty. 01:18:54 Codie's love letter to her hometown. SOURCES: PublicSource study: https://projects.publicsource.org/pittsburgh-neighborhood-success/ Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD): https://www.simplypsychology.org/zone-of-proximal-development.html Economic interconnectedness: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-022-01843-4 Scott Galloway Tweet: https://twitter.com/profgalloway/status/1662616507602354186 Atlantic article: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2023/03/neighbors-friendship-happiness/673352/ Culdesac: https://culdesac.com/ 🔗 MORE FROM BIGDEAL: 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastbigdeal 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigdeal.podcast/ 📽️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@big.deal.pod 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/Codie_Sanchez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices