Mike Trugman (yours truly) is a Professional Life & Career coach who is determined to illuminate the truth of the human experience and inspire open-hearted leadership. He works with driven, heart-centered professionals who’ve done everything “right”—the degrees, the job, the grind—but still feel a quiet ache inside, a call to something deeper.He hosts THIS top 3% podcast, Mike's Search for Meaning, dedicated to mastering what it means to be human.    Before coaching and podcast hosting, Mike's background was in public accounting. He has over 11 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on financial services (hedge fund and private equity) clients, and made the choice to leave accounting in February of 2025.This episode unpacks the 6 essentials of manifestation, a topic for which there is a lot of noise. Mike seeks to bring you clarity and move you closer to the life you feel called to live. If you’re interested in getting his free 6 essentials to manifest your dream life guide, fill out this form. Additionally, he is currently in the midst of a challenge to coach 100 people in 100 days. You can book your session here. Here’s more about the challenge: It’s called the 100 Powerful Coaching Conversations in 100 Days Challenge. I'm embarking on this challenge because I am eager to serve; to support you in living your life with more courage, joy, freedom and truth.    Coaching has transformed my life and continues to activate my heart and soul. It has supported me in becoming a more loving and open-hearted father & husband, and has emboldened me to trust myself and take courageous action, such as leaving my six-figure accounting job to coach.   Do any of these resonate with you...   -Have you achieved lots of external “success” but still feel that something is missing?   -Are you a spiritual or “woo woo” person who feels trapped and wants to break free from corporate?    -Are you worried about failing or what other people will think of you?   -Do you want to learn how to have important, crucial conversations with people?   -Do you want to overcome the fear of putting yourself out there more?   -Is there another area you’d like to get handled?   I get it. I’ve been there.   That’s why I created my coaching practice and that’s why I am doing the 100 Powerful Coaching Conversations Challenge.   The details:   Open to anyone and it’s free.   There are 100 spots. No waitlist. The experience is first come, first served.   Each conversation is 75 minutes.   All conversations are 100% confidential.   The only agenda is your success.And again, You can book your session here.    Mike currently lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. He loves reading, learning, cooking, spending lots of time outdoors, watching his beloved but usually struggling Knicks and Jets, and connecting with his friends and family. To connect with me: The 100 Coaching Conversation Challenge: schedule your session here: https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/100-powerful-coaching-conversation-challenge LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: 6 Essentials to Manifest Your Dream Life - Opt In

Mike Trugman (yours truly) is a Professional Life & Career coach who is determined to illuminate the truth of the human experience and inspire open-hearted leadership. He hosts THIS top 3% podcast, Mike's Search for Meaning, dedicated to mastering what it means to be human.    Before coaching and podcast hosting, Mike's background was in public accounting. He has over 11 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on financial services (hedge fund and private equity) clients, and made the choice to leave accounting in February.This episode unpacks what went into his choice to leave accounting in pursuit of full-time coaching and entrepreneurship. He is currently in the midst of a challenge to coach 100 people in 100 days. You can book your session here. Here’s more about the challenge: It’s called the 100 Powerful Coaching Conversations in 100 Days Challenge. I'm embarking on this challenge because I am eager to serve; to support you in living your life with more courage, joy, freedom and truth.    Coaching has transformed my life and continues to activate my heart and soul. It has supported me in becoming a more loving and open-hearted father & husband, and has emboldened me to trust myself and take courageous action, such as leaving my six-figure accounting job to coach.   Do any of these resonate with you...   -Have you achieved lots of external “success” but still feel that something is missing?   -Are you a spiritual or “woo woo” person who feels trapped and wants to break free from corporate?    -Are you worried about failing or what other people will think of you?   -Do you want to learn how to have important, crucial conversations with people?   -Do you want to overcome the fear of putting yourself out there more?   -Is there another area you’d like to get handled?   I get it. I’ve been there.   That’s why I created my coaching practice and that’s why I am doing the 100 Powerful Coaching Conversations Challenge.   The details:   Open to anyone and it’s free.   There are 100 spots. No waitlist. The experience is first come, first served.   Each conversation is 75 minutes.   All conversations are 100% confidential.   The only agenda is your success.And again, You can book your session here.    Mike currently lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. He loves reading, learning, cooking, spending lots of time outdoors, watching his beloved but usually struggling Knicks and Jets, and connecting with his friends and family. To connect with me: The 100 Coaching Conversation Challenge: schedule your session here: https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/100-powerful-coaching-conversation-challenge LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   To connect with Erin: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-crotty-forward-movement-studio/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erin__crotty/   Resources/People Mentioned: Internal Family Systems Andrew Huberman

Mike Trugman (yours truly) is a Professional Life and Public Speaking Coach who is determined to illuminate the truth of the human experience and inspire open-hearted leadership. He hosts THIS top 3% podcast, Mike's Search for Meaning, dedicated to mastering what it means to be human.    Before coaching and podcast hosting, Mike's background was in public accounting. He has over 10 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on financial services (hedge fund and private equity) clients.   Mike currently lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. He loves reading, learning, cooking, spending lots of time outdoors, watching his beloved but usually struggling Knicks and Jets, and connecting with his friends and family. To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Elizabeth Gilbert Barbie John Wayne

Mike Trugman (yours truly) is a Professional Life and Public Speaking Coach who is determined to illuminate the truth of the human experience and inspire open-hearted leadership. He hosts THIS top 3% podcast, Mike's Search for Meaning, dedicated to mastering what it means to be human.    Before coaching and podcast hosting, Mike's background was in public accounting. He has over 10 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on financial services (hedge fund and private equity) clients.   Mike currently lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. He loves reading, learning, cooking, spending lots of time outdoors, watching his beloved but usually struggling Knicks and Jets, and connecting with his friends and family. To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Omega Institute Jim Dethmer Soul (Disney Movie) Will Smith

Mike Trugman (yours truly) is a Professional Life and Public Speaking Coach who is determined to illuminate the truth of the human experience and inspire open-hearted leadership. He hosts THIS top 3% podcast, Mike's Search for Meaning, dedicated to mastering what it means to be human.    Before coaching and podcast hosting, Mike's background was in public accounting. He has over 10 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on financial services (hedge fund and private equity) clients.   Mike currently lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. He loves reading, learning, cooking, spending lots of time outdoors, watching his beloved but usually struggling Knicks and Jets, and connecting with his friends and family. —---------------------Derick is a coach and retreat leader. His work focuses on supporting clients to connect to their bodily, lived experience as a rich, and often underutilized, source for resolving issues and moving their life forward. Derick is also a teacher at the Focusing Institute and has a background in Philosophy with a particular interest in the overlap of Western, Eastern & Indigenous practice and philosophy. To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: John Dewey James Hillman Letters to a Young Poet - Rainer Maria Rilke

Mike Trugman (yours truly) is a Professional Life and Public Speaking Coach who is determined to illuminate the truth of the human experience and inspire open-hearted leadership. He hosts THIS top 3% podcast, Mike's Search for Meaning, dedicated to mastering what it means to be human.    Before coaching and podcast hosting, Mike's background was in public accounting. He has over 10 years of public accounting experience, with a focus on financial services (hedge fund and private equity) clients.   Mike currently lives in the greater New York City area with his wife and son. He loves reading, learning, cooking, spending lots of time outdoors, watching his beloved but usually struggling Knicks and Jets, and connecting with his friends and family. —---------------------   Jen is an executive & personal coach, group facilitator, and certified NLP Master Practitioner. She passionately assists her clients on their path to a more conscious life, fully stepping into being whole. Many clients comment that Jen’s work is so transformative that words simply don’t do it justice.   Jen’s corporate executive & private practice experience spans over 18 years of building high performing teams & individuals. Infinitely willing to meet the client wherever they are on the journey, Jen is confident and authentic in style. She leads through “extreme conflict” with clarity & insight which assists in developing a strong culture to support company values, navigating through challenging mergers/acquisitions and communicating through rapid company growth.   Guided by her strong intuition and deep knowledge of the human experience, Jen gets to the core of what “holds the client back” from living the life they want. One of her most gratifying discoveries working with clients is their enjoyment of the work and the continued growth. Jen thrives on being present to those special “ah ha” moments when the client's connection to themselves and life is forever changed. You can connect with Jen on: Website: https://www.reboot.io/team/jennifer-cody/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-cody-b74ba44/ Email: jen@jencodycoaching.com To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Artist's Way - Julia Cameron Brene Brown Simon Sinek

Michael DeSanti is the author of New Man Emerging and is now the host of the Lessons for Luca Podcast. He is also the owner of Authentic Self Healing LLC, a mens’ fulfillment coaching company. As a Transformation Trainer and author, Michael is committed to inspiring men to live lives of purpose and fulfillment. You can connect with Mike DeSanti on: Website: https://newmanemerging.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_desanti/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Carl Jung's philosophy

Derek Sivers (@sivers) is an author of philosophy and entrepreneurship, known for his surprising, quotable insights and pithy, succinct writing style. He is a former musician, programmer, TED speaker, and circus clown, who sold his first company, CDBaby, for $22 million and gave all the money to charity.   Derek’s books (How to Live, Hell Yeah or No, Your Music and People, Anything You Want) and newest projects are at his website: sive.rs. His very recently released book is Useful Not True. Additionally, I donate to and raise awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode. This episode, the organization is called Give Well. Please take the time to donate at least $1. Give Well is an organization that compiles charities that save or improve lives the most, per dollar. Their goal is to produce the world's top research on where to give. Free, for everyone. You can connect with Derek on: Website: https://sive.rs/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Four Agreements - Don Miguel Ruiz Healing Back Pain - John E. Sarno MD Atomic Habits - James Clear Igor Stravinsky Robert Craft Meggan Kaiser

Kim is the co-author of Compassionate Conversations: How to Speak and Listen from the Heart with Diane Musho Hamilton and Gabriel Wilson. With a background in conflict resolution, law and philosophy, Kim supports individuals and groups as a coach and facilitator. She also is a guide in meditation and yoga where she lives on Kaua'i, Hawai'i. Her past work includes mediation and conflict facilitation, peacebuilding research and policy development for the United Nations, international NGOs and universities, and a short stint as a lawyer in London and Singapore. Find out more at kimberlyloh.com Additionally, I donate to and raise awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode. This episode, the organization is called The Maui Strong Fund from the Hawaii Community Foundation. Please take the time to donate at least $1. The Maui Strong Fund is providing financial resources to support the immediate and long-term recovery needs for the people and places affected by the devastating Maui wildfires. You can connect with Kim on: Website: https://kimberlyloh.com/ Book: Compassionate Conversations: https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Conversations-Speak-Listen-Heart-ebook/dp/B07XXBJNH1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgzwvvtW9ZOTesp7ssU6JFQ/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-loh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekimloh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekimloh/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Compassionate Conversations: How to Speak and Listen from the Heart Charles Eisenstein Diane Musho Hamilton Invictus (2009) Gabe Wilson Ken Wilber - Integral Theory Sapiens - Yuval Noah Harari  Bernie Glassman

Andrew is the co-founder and CEO of Tribute.co, a platform with 5,000,000+ users that The New Yorker hails as “Hallmark 2.0.” The business was recently ranked #256 on the INC500 list of the fastest growing companies in the country. Previously, Andrew started an award winning non-profit venture called Dreams for Kids DC.   In addition to starting companies, Andrew is a leadership coach who advises mission driven CEO’s from companies like TOMS shoes, Hinge and Casper. He is also a trained communication strategist who frequently coaches his clients on the creation of TED talks, core-messaging architecture and investor presentations. In 2017, Andrew started the Junto, A leadership community built for the exploration of modern masculinity and personal transformation. He currently leads quarterly men’s retreats and hosts a year long mastermind for executives who are serious about personal growth.   Andrew has been featured on TED.com, frequently speaks for Fortune500 companies and top-tier conferences like Summit Series and Conscious Capitalism on Relational Leadership. He is a proud papa to Hiro, loving partner to Mel and probably day dreaming about surfing in Costa Rica as you read this. Additionally, I donate to and raise awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode. This episode, the organization is called So Kids SOAR. Please take the time to donate at least $1. So Kids SOAR provides free adaptive athletic, recreational, and skill-building activities that empower youth with physical and developmental disabilities to Strive, Own, Achieve, and Realize their potential. You can connect with Andrew on: Website: https://www.itsandrewhorn.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO4ksrKlp-2wTibMzzr-LIw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewhorn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsandrewhorn/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsandrewhorn/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Sapiens - Yuval Noah Harari Gay Hendricks Brene Brown Junto Emotion Wheel Conscious Leadership Group Byron Katie Lauren Zander Gestalt Therapy Iron John - Robert Bly The Will to Change - bell hooks Tristan Harris John Wineland David Deida

Janet spent her career as a highly accomplished human resources executive with over 30 years of experience in the entertainment industry. Her passion for empowering creative individuals to reach their full potential both personally and professionally has been a driving force throughout her career. Throughout her tenure, Janet has held a variety of leadership roles, including corporate training, executive coaching, and troubleshooting for the C-suite. She also served as an Instructor at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles, where she shared her expertise with the next generation of industry professionals. Janet's dedication to giving back is evident in her extensive volunteer work in the non-profit sector. She focused on helping women and children in need, including working with orphans, training abused and battered women to re-enter the workforce, and coaching troubled youth for higher Education. Currently, Janet is making a tremendous impact as part of The Unstoppable Foundation team. She is thrilled to be working every day to bring sustainable solutions to poverty and improve the lives of families in Kenya. Janet has embedded a commitment to a healthy lifestyle throughout all her achievements and takes great joy in living clean. Above all, Janet lives by her mantra of "family first." Her greatest joy comes from being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called The Unstoppable Foundation. Please take the time to donate at least $1. The Unstoppable Foundation is tackling poverty and building thriving communities in Kenya and rural Africa. It’s an incredible cause to support. You can connect with Janet and The Unstoppable Foundation on: Website: https://unstoppablefoundation.org/ Facebook: UnstoppableFoundation Twitter: @UnstoppableFNDN Instagram: @unstoppable_foundation To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Episode 77 of Mike’s Search for Meaning with Janet Driver Boundaries - Henry Cloud Chicken Soup for the Soul Cynthia Kersey Never Go Back - Henry Cloud Bob Proctor  David Meltzer Jack Canfield Lisa Nichols

Dr. Haley Perlus has a PhD in sport psychology, is a certified coach and fitness professional and is an entrepreneur. With her knowledge and personal experience as an elite athlete and overall wellness enthusiast, Haley provides her clients with the necessary tools to achieve their highest level of performance quickly and consistently. Dr. Perlus first aspired toward a career in sport psychology as a 12-year-old junior champion athlete. Within one year of earning her doctorate, she became a professor, public speaker, published author, consultant to national team and division I scholarship athletes and was appointed an industry leader. She works with individuals and teams in sports, business and wellness to manage and expand their performance capacity while increasing energy, resilience, focus, belief and drive. As a content creator, presenter and advisor, Dr Perlus has worked with many recognized brands including Johnson & Johnson, the U.S. Ski Team, Ironman, ESPN, CU Buffaloes, Marriott, U.S. Air Force, NASA, Thrive Magazine, BeachBody, IDEA Fitness, Starbucks, Deloitte and Spartan Podcast. She is the author of the #1 new released book, Personal Podium:how to use your mind to maximize your potential. Dr. Perlus earned her PhD at the University of Northern Colorado, her MS at the University of Florida and her bachelor’s degree at the University of Western Ontario. Haley loves to participate in all water and mountain sports. Her favorite meal is anything that requires only chopping or blending.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Safe House Project. Please take the time to donate at least $1. Safe House Project is an organization whose mission is to end and eradicate human trafficking, and to bring hope, freedom and a future to trafficking survivors. You can connect with Haley on: Website: https://drhaleyperlus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhaleyperlus/ Her new book, Personal Podium: https://www.amazon.com/Personal-Podium-Maximize-Potential-Sport/dp/0988631938 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8cH78p4ZaR_F-S7iLSE0PQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-haley-perlus-33ab2219/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Personal Podium: How to Use Your Mind to Maximize Your Potential in Sport and Life Simon Sinek

Lindsey Lewis is an international Life + Business coach with over a decade of experience helping women and a few good men across the world create more success and happiness. Her work has helped hundreds of women over the years. She has appeared on Roundhouse Radio, Breakfast Television, and the cover of WHERE Magazine. She’s been a featured speaker at numerous places including The University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, The Vancouver Business Network, and FuturPreneur Canada. She also: made only 8K her first year of business, has been deeply challenged by anxiety and at times depression, and is a mamma trying to make it all work. Can you relate? For more on Lindsey head over to imlindseylewis.com or find her on Instagram @imlindseylewis Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Red Cross. Please take the time to donate at least $1. These contributions go a long way in supporting those who have been affected by disasters. You can connect with Lindsey on: Website: http://imlindseylewis.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imlindseylewis To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Way of Integrity - Martha Beck What to Do When it's Your Turn - Seth Godin The Surrender Experiment - Michael A. Singer Letters from Love - Flavia Zenari The Art of New Creation - Jeremy Begbie The Soul of Money - Lynne Twist Overcoming Underearning - Barbara Stanny Martha Beck Jonny Roman Robert Holden Liz Gilbert Byron Katie - The Work  

Rosi Greenberg, an Artist of Leadership Development, has spent 15 years fostering a more connected, humane, and creative organizational landscape. Rosi is the founder and CEO of Drawn to Lead, through which she offers bespoke workshops and retreats that empower thousands of leaders to unleash their narratives and find their inner strength. Her book, "Everyone Has a Sam: Meeting the Inner Critic and Re-Writing the Rules," tackles imposter syndrome through Rosi’s own vulnerable personal story, life-changing strategies, and tender, inspiring illustrations. Rosi specializes in supporting people to connect more deeply to themselves and others. Rosi holds a Master's in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School with a certificate in Management, Leadership and Decision Sciences, and a BA in Anthropology from Brown University. Rosi weaves together her expertise in Adaptive Leadership, Public Narrative, Internal Family Systems, Immunity to Change, Shadow Work and the creative arts to offer individual and group healing with a systemic lens. Her clients include Mobilize Recovery, The Mission Continues, SAFE Project, Intrepid Philanthropy, MIT Sloan Business School, Harvard Medical School, McKinsey, Gensler Inc, Fidelity Investments, and more. Rosi has also been an Artist in Residence at Foundation House and the extremely selective Artist Residency Thailand. In addition to her transformational workshops and retreat facilitation, Rosi helps teams vision, see connections, and document gatherings through her stunning visual scribing.  Rosi champions empathy as the paramount leadership skill for today's world. Her work bridges artistry and leadership, and nurtures profound professional connections. Originally from Philadelphia PA, Rosi now lives in the sunny foothills of Boulder Colorado. Additionally, I donate to and raise awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode. This episode, we actually have TWO wonderful organizations: Recovery Advocacy Project and SAFE Project. Please take the time to donate at least $1. These are impactful causes that shift stigma around addiction, supporting recovery and mental health. You can connect with Rosi on: Website: https://www.drawntolead.org/ and https://www.rosigreenberg.com/ Book: Everyone Has a Sam: Meeting the Inner Critic and Re-Writing the Rules LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosi-greenberg-65831722/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drawntolead.art/?hl=es-la To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Body Is Not an Apology - Sonya Renee Taylor Scan Alert - Jessica Fernz Big Magic - Elizabeth Gilbert Eat, Pray, Love - Elizabeth Gilbert Adrienne Maree Brown Simon Sinek Gay Hendricks Brené Brown Internal Family Systems

Seth Godin is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, speaker and most of all, a teacher. In addition to launching one of the most popular blogs in the world, he has written 21 best-selling books, including The Dip, Linchpin, Purple Cow, Tribes, and What To Do When It's Your Turn (And It's Always Your Turn). His book, This is Marketing, was an instant bestseller in countries around the world.    His latest books are The Song of Significance and  The Practice, and creatives everywhere have made it a bestseller. Though renowned for his writing and speaking, Seth also founded two companies, Squidoo and Yoyodyne (acquired by Yahoo!).   By focusing on everything from effective marketing and leadership, to the spread of ideas and changing everything, Seth has been able to motivate and inspire countless people around the world.   In 2013, Seth was one of just three professionals inducted into the Direct Marketing Hall of Fame. In an astonishing turn of events, in May 2018, he was inducted into the Marketing Hall of Fame as well. He might be the only person in both. Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Climate Central. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Seth on: Website: https://www.sethgodin.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sethgodin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethgodin/ Podcast: https://www.akimbo.link/ Blog: https://seths.blog/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Man's Search for Meaning - Viktor E. Frankl Linchpin: Are You Indispensable? - Seth Godin The Carbon Almanac: It’s Not Too Late - The Carbon Almanac Network & Seth Godin

Eric Nehrlich is an executive coach who helps leaders have more impact by drawing on his 25 years of experience in the tech industry. He loves to identify and challenge mindsets and habits that hold people back from their next level of leadership.    Before becoming a coach, Eric spent ten years as an engineer and product manager across several startups before joining Google, eventually leading business strategy and operations for the Google Search Ads team for six years as Chief of Staff. He published his first book in 2023, You Have A Choice: Beyond Hard Work to Meaningful Impact, which he wrote to share the principles and mindsets that have helped him and his clients with a wider audience.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Year Up. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Eric on: Website: https://www.toomanytrees.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehrlich/ His Book, You Have a Choice: https://www.amazon.com/You-Have-Choice-Beyond-Meaningful/dp/B0CM8P1SVX To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! - Richard P. Feynman The Soul of Money - Lynne Twist The Myth of Normal - Gabor Maté MD The Prosperous Coach - Steve Chandler The Polyvagal Theory - Stephen W. Porges PhD Waking the Tiger - Peter A. Levine Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers - Robert M. Sapolsky Tiny Habits - BJ Fogg PhD Atomic Habits - James Clear Power: A User's Guide - Julie Diamond Lost Connections - Johann Hari Coaches Rising - Podcast Internal Family Systems

Intensely interested in the human experience, Jim guides individuals and organizations through transitions while stepping more fully into their lives. He’s keen to help entrepreneurs and start-up organizations discover their own authentic expression of leadership and the meaningful contributions that come from it. Jim has extensive cross-cultural experience and has worked in settings around the globe, including roughly 5 years in Italy helping to launch a business within Hewlett Packard. As a speaker and workshop facilitator, he is engaging on topics of leadership, innovation, design thinking, and transformative change and has presented and led experiences in a variety of gatherings and venues including MIT, Yale University, Michigan State University, Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and a variety of community and professional settings.   Jim is a former core member of the  Presencing Institute, born from MIT’s Center for Organizational Learning and offering training and assistance in the application of Theory U – a methodology of transformative change. Along with coaching and leading team leadership and organizational development initiatives, Jim is also a wilderness guide. For almost 20 years, Jim has been guiding programs in the wilderness that support human development and informing a very personal approach to living one’s authentic and fulfilling life. Now offered as the Reboot Quest, this program is a western contemporary approach following common structures of a “vision quest” experience and is annually offered and open to members of the startup community. Jim is a husband, a dad to two wonderful daughters, under service to and providing plenty of love and outdoor time to his dog, Otis, and to a bird, Saphie, who thinks he’s a dog and adores Otis.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called the Humane Society of Boulder Valley. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Jim on: Website: https://www.reboot.io/team/jim-marsden/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanin/ The Journey of Transformation Essay: https://onbeing.org/blog/the-journey-of-transformation/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Episode 99 of Mike’s Search for Meaning with Jen Cody William Bridges Adrienne Rich Simon Sinek David Whyte Mary Oliver

Lalita Shree Maa is a spiritual guide and healer who is guided by a deep passion to serve others in their journey to greater joy, inner freedom, and spiritual awakening. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in therapeutic, behavioral and spiritual practices for self-mastery, she guides others through a transformation of freeing themselves from the grip of destructive behaviors, and into a place where they can live in a state of inner calm, clarity and fulfillment in their lives.   Lalita met her guru, enlightened master Her Holiness Sai Maa in 2004, and since that time she has been a devoted disciple. Sai Maa’s teachings have shaped every aspect of her life and who she is today as well as informing and inspiring her work with students and clients.   In 2016 Lalita received initiation into Sai Maa’s monastic order, the Order of Sai Maa Brahmacharya, making manifest her profound devotion and commitment to the life of spirit.   Her devotion to spiritual growth and supporting others hasn’t gone unnoticed. In February 2019 she was initiated as Mahamandaleshwar into the Vishnu Swami lineage of India, a lineage that goes back over 2700 years. This acknowledgement signified her as an international spiritual leader.   Lalita Shree Maa has 2 decades of training and experience in working with the body, mind, and psychology to transform the root of where people feel stuck and carry past trauma, freeing them up to feel good about themselves every day so they can live a life of fulfillment and success.   She holds the following certifications: Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Soma Source Practitioner, Brain Spotting practitioner, Profound Healing Facilitator, and Neuroencoding Specialist.   As a teacher for Her Holiness Sai Maa for more than 13 years, Lalita Maa has taught programs all over the world and has coached people from all walks of Life.   She is also an artist, musician, and loves to dance and spend time in nature, particularly hiking and biking in the beautiful mountains of Colorado where she lives.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Light Legacy. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Lalita on: Website: https://lalitashreemaa.com/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Episode 99 of Mike’s Search for Meaning with Jen Cody Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers - Robert M. Sapolsky Sai Maa Terry Real Pranayama Breathing Take a Deep Breath - YouTube Wim Hof Waking the Tiger - Peter Levine

Jeff received four degrees at MIT (Physics, Math, Mech E and Robotics). He hosted “Time Warp” on the Discovery Channel about the wonders of science, and made large-scale art for 15 years.   By external measures, he was incredibly successful. But inside, something was missing. This disconnect led him to a deep depression in high school, and chronic pain for almost 20 years after that.   Jeff learned quantum mechanics before learning about his emotions. He marvels at the fact that we can measure the external universe to 10-decimal accuracy, but most of us don’t learn about our insides: our emotions, what leads to flourishing, how to take great care of ourselves. Years of personal exploration transformed him, leading to a determination to not have the road to joy be difficult for others to find.   He has spent the last 15 years training in meditation, personal development, and group dynamics for well being, facilitating high school students through a 3-week intensive and adults through an 18-month program. He speaks around the world on the topics of art, science, education, healing, and consciousness. See more of his work at bea.st.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Inside Circle. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Jeff on: Website: https://www.sleepawake.camp/ His TED Talk on Science & Spirituality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0--_R6xThs The Large-Scale Art he’s Created: https://bea.st/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepawake.camp/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Body Keeps the Score - Bessel van der Kolk M.D. Buddha's Brain - Rick Hanson The Myth of Normal - Gabor Maté MD Wilhelm Reich Scott Kiloby Bill Plotkin

Robbie Swale is a leadership coach, author and podcaster whose work focuses on creativity, leading with honour and the craft of coaching.   Alongside his direct client work, he has run coaching, training and facilitation for organisations including Deutsche Bank, 64 Million Artists, Moonpig and the University of Edinburgh.   He is the host of two podcasts – The Coach’s Journey Podcast and The 12-Minute Method Podcast – and the author of The 12-Minute Method series of books, including How to Start When You’re Stuck and How to Create the Conditions for Great Work.   Learn more about Robbie at www.robbieswale.com and www.thecoachsjourney.com.   Buy the 12-Minute Method Books at: https://geni.us/12minutemethodseries—--   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called GiveDirectly. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Robbie on: Website: http://www.robbieswale.com/ The Coach’s Journey Podcast: http://www.thecoachsjourney.com/ The 12-Minute Method Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-12-minute-method-podcast/id1637098109 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbieswale/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5aalWAQqFp6yTk2jghSpeQ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobbieSwale Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robbieswalecoachandauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbieswale/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Toku McCree Joel Monk (and his appearance on Mike’s Search for Meaning) Tim Ferriss Andrew Huberman Dan Carlin - Hardcore History 12 Rules for Life - Jordan B. Peterson Daring Greatly - Brené Brown Rebel Ideas - Matthew Syed Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps - Jennifer Garvey Berger Simplifying Coaching - Claire Pedrick The 12-Minute Method - Robbie Swale Robert Kegan Cultivating Leadership - Jennifer Garvey Berger Jordan B Peterson Katie and Gay Hendricks The Tim Ferriss Show Steven Pressfield The Art of Developmental Coaching - Coaches Rising 1,000 True Fans - Kevin Kelly Fred Kofman David Treleaven 64 Million Artists