In this conversation, Joe De Sena, founder of Spartan, shares his journey from Wall Street trader to ultra-endurance athlete and entrepreneur.
He discusses the philosophy of suffering, resilience, and the importance of discipline in both personal and professional life. Joe emphasizes the need for perspective in facing challenges, whether in business or parenting, and highlights the significance of instilling resilience in children.
He also outlines the future of Spartan and the importance of continuous personal growth through hard challenges.
In this episode of Believe in the Leap, Brad Parnell sits down with health and supplement coach Anthony Velinsky for an honest and powerful conversation about transformation—both inside and out.
Anthony shares his journey of losing over 150 pounds, overcoming deep struggles, and how faith became the foundation that helped him rewrite his story.
They explore:
The catalyst moment that sparked change
The mental battles behind physical weight
The power of daily habits, real food, and spiritual grit
Why you can’t lie to your subconscious
And what it means to truly lead yourself first
This is more than a weight loss story—it’s a blueprint for showing up, doing hard things, and becoming the man you were created to be.
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In this episode of Believe in the Leap, host Brad Parnell speaks with Jonathan Armbruster, a podcasting pioneer with over 20 years of experience.
They discuss Jonathan's journey from traditional employment to entrepreneurship, the evolution of podcasting, and the importance of consistency and audience engagement in building a successful podcast.
Jonathan shares his personal leap of faith, the challenges of starting a business, and the spiritual lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, Brad Parnell and Jonathan Armbruster explore the intersection of leadership, family values, and the journey of podcasting.
They discuss the importance of having a clear vision for both business and family, the ongoing process of self-discovery in leadership, and practical advice for aspiring podcasters.
Jonathan emphasizes the need to start small, overcome fears, and set clear goals while crafting engaging content. The discussion culminates in encouragement for listeners to take leaps of faith in their personal and professional lives.
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In this conversation, Marissa Bryce discusses her candidacy for the Keller ISD School Board, driven by her experiences as a parent and her commitment to fostering unity, transparency, and educational excellence.
She addresses the challenges facing Keller ISD, including funding issues and community division, and shares her vision for empowering teachers and restoring trust within the community. Marissa emphasizes the importance of clear communication and the need to combat misinformation while advocating for the needs of students and educators alike.takeaways
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In this engaging conversation, Brad Parnell interviews Henry Rokusek, an emerging star in the ultra running scene. They discuss Henry's impressive achievements, including breaking records in his first 50-mile race, his journey into ultra running, and the importance of community and faith in his life. Henry shares insights on training, coaching aspirations, and practical tips for new runners, emphasizing the significance of perseverance and enjoying the journey. The conversation concludes with Henry's encouragement for others to explore the ultra running world and the personal growth that comes with it.
In this enlightening episode of the Think and Grow Show, Brad Parnell interviews Dr. Brian Mendenhall, an integrative psychiatrist, who shares his journey in creating Mindforged Psychiatry.
The conversation delves into the holistic approach to mental health, emphasizing strength-based methods over traditional disease models.
Dr. Mendenhall discusses the importance of mindfulness, Zen meditation, and recognizing signs of burnout, especially among high performers.
He also addresses the challenges of imposter syndrome and the power of self-affirmation. The episode concludes with practical takeaways for improving mental wellbeing, including the significance of sleep, letting go of unhelpful habits, and building resilience through daily grit.
In this episode, I walk through multiple facets of life, including physical, mental and spiritual, and why it’s possible to go very fast by yourself. It’s more impactful and meaningful to go further together. Learn how to do that in this episode.
In this episode, I break down the thought process of being the guide, not being the hero - whether in business or at home
In this episode of the Think and Grow Show, Brad Parnell and David Adams discuss the six habits of high performers, emphasizing the importance of clarity and energy in achieving personal and professional goals.
They explore how to learn from past experiences, envision a successful future, and assess one's current state across various life categories. The conversation also covers practical strategies for enhancing energy through meditation, exercise, diet, and building positive relationships. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to take actionable steps towards their goals and highlights the significance of having a coach for personal growth.
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In this episode, we dive into the game-changing concept of LAPS—Leads, Appointments, Presentations, and Sales—and how mastering these key metrics can transform your business. We'll break down each element, revealing how to measure and optimize your LAPS to create consistent growth and stay ahead of the competition. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, discover the secret formula that will help you track progress, make smarter decisions, and skyrocket your sales. Don't miss this insider's guide to unlocking business success!
In this episode, Brad Parnell discusses how to continue growing your marketing efforts without increasing your ad budget in a downturned economy. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mental attitude and doubling down on your marketing efforts. Brad also shares a practical strategy for growing without ads, which involves reaching out to past customers and prospects through email marketing. He suggests creating specific offers for different segments of your list and implementing a nurturing sequence to increase conversions. Overall, the key takeaways are the power of mindset and the potential of leveraging your existing network to drive growth.
In this episode, Terry Sullivan, a renowned expert in LinkedIn and social selling, shares valuable insights on leveraging LinkedIn for personal branding and networking.
He highlights common mistakes people make on LinkedIn, such as not optimizing their branding headline and writing their profile like a resume. Terry also discusses the evolution of LinkedIn and upcoming trends on the platform.
He concludes by sharing success stories of how effective personal branding on LinkedIn has helped his clients achieve their goals. In this conversation, Terry Sullivan shares valuable insights on building a strong personal brand on LinkedIn.
He emphasizes the importance of a compelling banner image, a branding headline that tells people who you are, and completing the contact info section. Terry also highlights the significance of including recommendations, maximizing the skills section, and incorporating video into your LinkedIn strategy.
He provides practical tips for beginners, such as focusing on LinkedIn branding, implementing a social selling strategy, and building relationships.
Overall, Terry's advice serves as a playbook for LinkedIn success.
Takeaways
Create a compelling banner image that tells a story and represents your personal brand.
Craft a branding headline that clearly communicates who you are, what you do, and how you can help.
Complete the contact info section, including a vanity URL, to make it easier for people to find and connect with you.
Maximize the skills section by using strategic keywords that align with your brand and avoid generic terms.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:25 Common Mistakes on LinkedIn
06:14 Evolution of LinkedIn and Upcoming Trends
13:41 Success Stories of Personal Branding on LinkedIn
20:05 Key Elements of a Strong Personal Brand on LinkedIn
21:03 Creating a Compelling Banner Image
22:01 Branding Headline and Contact Info
22:27 Maximizing the About Summary Section
23:22 Including Contact Information
23:51 Importance of Recommendations
25:17 Call to Action in the About Summary Section
26:15 Linking Company Page to Profile
26:45 Maximizing the Skills Section
27:13 Building Relationships through Recommendations
28:05 Incorporating Video into LinkedIn Strategy
30:26 Top Three Pieces of Advice for LinkedIn Beginners
31:34 Importance of Social Selling Strategy
Mike Newcomb discusses the mission and vision of Building Bridges Recovery Center, a homeless ministry focused on revitalization and rehabilitation. He shares the story of how the center was founded and the impact it has had on the lives of homeless individuals. Mike explains the programs and services offered, including discipleship classes and mentorship programs. He emphasizes the importance of community engagement and collaboration with other organizations. Mike also discusses the center's future plans and goals, including the establishment of a full-time discipleship home. He encourages listeners to support the work of Building Bridges through donations and volunteering.
Takeaways
Building Bridges Recovery Center focuses on revitalization and rehabilitation of homeless individuals.
The center offers discipleship classes and mentorship programs to help individuals transition back into society.
Community engagement and collaboration with other organizations are key aspects of the center's work.
Supporting Building Bridges through donations and volunteering can make a significant impact on the lives of homeless individuals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:24 Mission and Vision of Building Bridges Recovery Center
01:23 Creation of Building Bridges Recovery Center
02:26 Programs and Services Offered
03:36 Discipleship and Rehabilitation
04:34 Engaging with the Local Community
05:06 How to Support Building Bridges Recovery Center
08:12 Success Stories and Impact
10:06 Tailoring to the Needs of Individuals with Addictions
12:35 Engagement with the Local Community and Collaboration
13:44 How to Get Involved and Support the Center
16:38 Future Plans and Goals
18:47 The Importance of Giving and Generosity
21:27 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
In this episode, Brad Parnell interviews Krisler Bailey, an executive function coach and certified health coach. They discuss various topics related to health and wellness, including personalized eating plans, self-realization, and maintaining a healthy balance. Chrysler emphasizes the importance of rest, getting sunlight, and incorporating whole foods into one's diet. She also highlights the role of coaching in collaboration and partnership, rather than simply providing information. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights and practical tips for improving executive function and overall health.
Takeaways
Personalized eating plans are essential for optimal health, and it is important to choose a plan that aligns with one's goals and preferences.
Coaching involves collaboration and partnership, focusing on asking questions and guiding individuals to make their own decisions.
Rest and downtime are crucial for managing daily life and decision-making.
Assessing one's executive function involves recognizing struggles with decision-making, time management, and completing tasks.
Taking small steps and incorporating simple practices, such as getting sunlight and eating whole foods, can lead to significant improvements in health and executive function.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:59 Journey into Health Coaching
05:26 Coaching vs. Teaching
07:34 Self-Realization and Decision-Making
09:24 Diet Myths and Personalized Eating Plans
11:50 Maintaining a Healthy Balance
17:02 Enhancing Executive Function and Overall Health
22:32 Assessing Executive Function and Identifying Areas for Improvement
24:54 Taking Action to Improve Executive Function and Health
27:42 Follow and Contact Chrysler Bailey
29:13 Conclusion
In this episode, Brad Parnell interviews Rudy Lara from Sales Geek. They discuss the importance of sales and marketing, the perception of sales, and the need to make sales fun. Rudy introduces the Cure for Business framework, which stands for Convenience, Unique, Relationship, and Expense. He explains how understanding why customers buy from you can help refine your value proposition and improve sales and marketing techniques. Rudy also shares action steps for improving sales and recommends books for sales professionals. They discuss the importance of building relationships in sales and how Sales Geek's program works. The episode concludes with information on how to connect with Sales Geek.
Takeaways
Sales and marketing are both important for business growth and should be viewed as complementary rather than separate functions.
The perception of sales as a dirty word can be changed by making it fun and focusing on building relationships with customers.
The Cure for Business framework (Convenience, Unique, Relationship, Expense) can help businesses understand why customers buy from them and refine their value proposition.
Taking small, attainable actions on a daily basis can lead to significant improvements in sales performance.
Building relationships with customers is crucial for long-term success in sales.
Sales Geek offers a program where they act as part-time sales directors for businesses, helping them improve their sales function and achieve their goals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:21 The Importance of Sales and Marketing
03:37 The Perception of Sales
04:41 Making Sales Fun
06:11 The Cure for Business Framework
09:59 Action Steps for Improving Sales
11:43 Recommended Books for Sales
16:28 Building Relationships in Sales
18:07 Sales Geek Program
19:47 The CURE Framework
21:02 Aligning Marketing Strategy with Sales
22:36 Connecting with Sales Geek
23:48 Closing Remarks
In this episode, Brad Parnell interviews Chris Cummington from Life Forged Coaching.
They discuss stress, anxiety, and mindset, and how they can impact our daily lives. Chris shares his unconventional lifestyle and how he integrates hard work and outdoor activities into his daily routine. They also explore the effects of refined sugar on the body and the importance of hydration, nutrition, and movement. The conversation highlights the power of community and the influence of supportive people in our lives.
The episode concludes with Chris sharing the origin of Life Forged Coaching and how to connect with him.
Takeaways
Integrating hard work and outdoor activities into our daily routines can have a positive impact on stress and anxiety.
Eliminating refined sugar from our diets can improve our overall health and well-being.
Mindset plays a crucial role in how we perceive and handle stress and anxiety.
Hydration, nutrition, and movement are essential for managing stress and maintaining a healthy body.
Building a supportive community and surrounding ourselves with influential people can help us navigate stress and achieve personal growth.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:31 Chris's Unconventional Lifestyle
04:50 Eliminating Refined Sugar
09:03 Stress and Its Positive Impact
14:38 The Influence of Mindset on Stress and Anxiety
18:06 The Body's Relationship to Stress
20:08 Effects of Stress on the Body
24:10 The Importance of Hydration, Nutrition, and Movement
26:01 Making an Impact on Stress in Families and Communities
27:54 The Power of Community and Influential People
31:22 Finding a Supportive Community
34:02 Taking Action and Embracing Challenges
40:54 The Origin of Life Forged Coaching
43:09 The Importance of Community and Serving Others
44:48 Conclusion and How to Connect with Chris
In this episode, Brad Parnell interviews Austin Lester about the concept of stoicism and its relevance in modern life. They discuss the history and introduction to stoicism, the benefits of embracing stoicism, and practical frameworks and exercises for practicing stoicism.
They also explore the importance of routine and structure, the role of stoicism in problem-solving and stress management, and common misconceptions about stoicism. Austin recommends resources for learning more about stoicism and shares daily practices and habits for incorporating stoicism into one's life.
The episode concludes with key takeaways and parting thoughts on stoicism.
Takeaways
Stoicism is a philosophy that emphasizes logic, contemplation, and acceptance of the things we cannot control.
Embracing stoicism can lead to improved problem-solving skills, stress management, and resilience.
Practical tools for practicing stoicism include breath work, meditation, and daily routines.
It is important to balance taking responsibility for our actions with accepting the things that are beyond our control.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Stoicism
03:11 Embracing Stoicism
05:16 Frameworks and Exercises for Practicing Stoicism
08:44 Relevance of Stoicism in Modern Life
10:18 The Importance of Routine and Structure
11:52 Benefits of Stoicism in Problem Solving and Stress Management
13:10 Stoicism as a Logical and Contemplative Philosophy
14:11 Practical Tools for Practicing Stoicism
15:18 Balancing Responsibility and Acceptance
18:40 Common Misconceptions about Stoicism
20:42 Recommended Resources for Learning Stoicism
22:15 Combining Logic and Emotion in Marketing to Stoics
24:03 Continuing Education on Stoicism
25:12 Daily Practices and Habits for Stoicism
26:44 Breath Work and Recommended App
28:06 Key Takeaways and Parting Thoughts
In this episode, my guest, Alicia Keener, talks about her journey as a professional businesswoman and how she began growing her influence through leveraging LinkedIn and Blogs to reach her ideal audience.
Summary
In this episode, Brad Parnell interviews Alicia Keener, a director at a Microsoft partner, about her journey and strategies for success. Alicia shares how she started posting daily tips on LinkedIn to help others and how it turned into a way to connect with a larger audience. She emphasizes the importance of progress over perfection and having a positive mindset. Alicia also discusses the value of enjoying the journey and learning from challenges. She encourages entrepreneurs to focus on their audience's needs and to share valuable content. Overall, Alicia's story highlights the power of helping others and embracing the journey.
Takeaways
Start helping others by sharing valuable content on platforms like LinkedIn.
Embrace progress over perfection and have a positive mindset.
Enjoy the journey and learn from challenges along the way.
Focus on your audience's needs and provide valuable content to build connections.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:23 Starting the Tip of the Day Posts on LinkedIn
03:46 The Importance of Helping One Person
05:07 Progress Over Perfection and Positive Mindset
07:26 Gaining Clarity and Evolving on the Journey
08:53 Making Connections and Impacting Others
09:51 Enjoying the Journey and Embracing Challenges
14:48 Putting the Audience First and Sharing Value
18:54 Shifting the Focus from Self to Others
21:20 Embracing Messy Progress and Taking Action
25:55 Finding the Sun in Times of Darkness
29:43 Enjoying the Journey and Learning from Challenges
32:41 Sharing Insights and Connecting with Others
You'll learn about some of her mindset tactics and mantras that helped her enjoy the journey and press on towards her goals.
She reveals some interesting LinkedIn facts that might surprise and inspire you!
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciakeener/
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