Episode 1: The Night Kenny Barnwell Escaped the CartelFaith, resilience, and a 12-hour fight to surviveWelcome to the Climb Your Mountain Podcast! I’m Jake Ballentine, and I couldn’t be more excited to share this new chapter with you. Whether you’ve listened before under the old name or you’re just joining for the very first time, this podcast is about one thing: helping you climb the metaphorical mountains in your life—whether that’s in your business, your health, your relationships, or your mindset.To launch this new season, I wanted to bring you a story that captures the heart of what this podcast is all about: courage, resilience, and faith in the face of overwhelming challenges. That’s why I invited my good friend Kenny Barnwell to share his unbelievable journey of survival after a chance run on a mountain trail in Mexico turned into a 12-hour life-or-death struggle against the cartel.Kenny was hunted, attacked, and left broken on the mountainside—but his story isn’t just about survival. It’s about the strength of the human spirit, the power of faith, and the reminder that we are all stronger than we think we are. What he experienced that night has lessons for every single one of us, no matter what mountain we’re climbing.This episode isn’t easy to forget. It’s gripping, emotional, and deeply inspiring. You’ll find yourself asking: What would I do in that situation? But more importantly, you’ll see how the same principles that helped Kenny survive—faith, focus, resilience, and forgiveness—are the very same principles that can help you overcome whatever challenges you’re facing right now.Here are some key takeaways from this episode: The incredible story of how Kenny escaped the cartel and fought his way to safety against all odds Why faith and surrender can guide you through the most impossible situations How to balance vision and short-term focus when the journey ahead feels overwhelming The surprising truth about resilience: you only discover your real strength when you have no other choice Why forgiveness can be the most powerful act of freedom—and how it allowed Kenny to heal even after such trauma How to apply the “keep moving forward” mindset to your own challenges, whether in business, relationships, or personal growth I can’t think of a better way to kick off this new era of the podcast. Kenny’s story will keep you on the edge of your seat, but more than that—it will remind you of what you are truly capable of when you decide to keep climbing your mountain, no matter how steep or impossible it feels.​So grab your headphones, lean in, and get ready for an episode that will move you, challenge you, and inspire you to keep moving forward.Connect with Kenny at kennybarnwell.com/kbhomeWebsite: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog/kenny-barnwell Jake Ballentine ​Mountain Top Motivation

How To Build a Local Coaching Business with Paul Casey In this episode of The Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Paul Casey, founder of Growing Forward Services. We discussed how he built a coaching business in his local market! So much of the coaching training online today is about building virtual coaching businesses. Paul has built a coaching business in his local market and we discuss how he did it! During our conversation, Paul and I discussed many important topics, including: * Balancing building a coaching business with a full-time job: Paul shared his own experiences of managing his coaching business alongside a full-time job and provided practical tips for managing time and priorities. *Taking action: We talked about the importance of taking action, even when faced with fear and uncertainty. Paul emphasized that taking action is the number one difference between those who succeed in business and those who don't. * Developing an entrepreneurship mindset: Paul shared his insights on how to cultivate the habits and attitudes that lead to success, such as providing value to clients and building relationships with them. * You Supporting others: We discussed the value of building relationships with other professionals in your industry and supporting and celebrating their achievements. * You are Taking breaks: Paul emphasized the importance of rest and relaxation, and how taking breaks can actually increase productivity and creativity. He provided practical tips for incorporating breaks into a busy schedule. * Paul's mission: Paul shared his mission to give back to the community and make a positive impact in the lives of others. He also discussed his philosophy on coaching and leadership. * How to get clients from networking: Paul shared his strategies for networking and building relationships with potential clients, including attending events and meeting people face-to-face. * The value of being a lifelong learner: Paul emphasized the importance of continuing education and personal development, and shared his own experiences of learning and growing as a coach and business owner. * How to find a need in your local market and build a business around it: Paul discussed his approach to identifying a need in his community and creating a business model that addresses that need. Paul's journey to building his coaching business serves as an inspiration for anyone looking to pursue their passions and make a difference in the world. Remember, your message matters and there are people out there who need it! Keep “Growing Forward”and enjoy this episode! Connect with Paul here: https://growingforwardservices.net/ More episodes here: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog   Thanks for listening! Jake BallentineMountain Top Motivation“I’ll see you at the top!” P.S. Do you want to book paid speaking gigs!?! Get the exact emails I used to book over 500 paid speaking gigs: https://paidspeakingscripts.com/email   And, If you are already a 6 or 7 figure entrepreneur and are looking for an amazing peer group to grow with come and join us in The Rising Tide Connection: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide

We are kicking off season 3 of The Mountain Top Motivation Podcast with a value packed episode that every business owner, and service provider needs to hear! I had the pleasure of speaking with Cynthia Wellbrock, a successful lawyer who has built her law firm through one intentional referral strategy. Cynthia shared powerful insights on how to bring in consistent referrals to build a thriving business.Referrals are the holy grail of lead generation in the world of business. They have a higher lifetime value and often come with a level of trust and credibility that is difficult to achieve through other marketing efforts.Cynthia's referral system involves building relationships with strategic partners that will keep bringing business again and again!My favorite part of this strategy is that it is applicable to any type of business! I am excited for you to dig into this episode and apply what you learn so you can see amazing results!Thank you Cynthia for sharing your experience on the show!More about Cynthia:Cynthia admitted to practice law in Colorado in 1997 and founded The Law Office of Cynthia E. Wellbrock, LLC in 2002. For almost 26 years Cynthia has focused almost exclusively upon her passion for employment law and gained extensive experience representing both employees and businesses. She has made numerous appearances in both state and federal courts as well as administrative agencies.In her employment practice Cynthia has handled a myriad of employment law issues such as harassment and discrimination, wage & hour issues, medical leaves, wrongful termination, employment contracts and non-compete agreements. Because of her experience on both sides of the table – employee and employer – she brings a unique perspective to her practice and her clients.In addition she also provides training for small businesses to help them improve their employment practices - and thus avoid litigation. In 2019 she founded The Respectful Workplace, a training company focused upon helping companies address the issue of disrespectful and sometimes toxic workplace behaviors that lead to lower employee productivity, increased employee stress, increased turnover, lower morale and of course – lower profits. The time for this type of training is now given the rising number of high profile claims of sexual harassment – and the resulting high costs to employers in terms of settlement payments and legal judgments. Her training program is presented in a way that is both enlightening and engaging to attendees and provides them with tools to foster a respectful work environment that people enjoy working in and which stimulates company growth and profits.To connect more with Cynthia go to: https://www.cynthiawellbrock.com/Thank you so much for listening!Jake BallentineMountain Top MotivationSee you at the top!Connect With Jake:Mountain Top Motivation Home: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/More Episodes: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blogThe Rising Tide Connection: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide.htmlDo you want paid Speaking Gigs? Go here: https://paidspeakingscripts.com/email

Choose Forgiveness With Tomara Moss!  Tomara Moss is a surviver and an incredible example of resilience! The first time I hear her story I was in tears and new that I needed to have her story on the podcast. She is a paraplegic motivational speaker, resilience expert, domestic violence survivor, former homeless child, an NCAA wheel chair basketball champion, and educator! This conversation is a story of choosing forgiveness and the higher path no matter what. More info about Tomara Moss:  Tomara has been living to beat the odds since birth. Homeless before 2 months old in foster care before 3 months and paralyzed by the hands of her father before 1 years old and fighting for her life thereafter. Tomara has been the ultimate underdog, the fiercest fighter and an expert in the field of resilience. Tomara believes when there is no one there is someone and you can still overcome. Tomara is currently a Special Education Teacher in Tucson AZ, born and raised in New York City. After her mother abandoned her and her father was sent to prison, she would soon realize she was on her own as her foster/adopted mother wasn’t very kind to her. At the age of 9 she began planning for her future. She went on to earn her associates in Early Childhood at SUNY Cobleskill, Bachelors in Elementary Education/Psychology at the College of Saint Rose and her Masters in Special Education and behavior disorders at the University of Arizona where she also played wheelchair basketball and won 2 championships. The majority of her teaching has been to students with Learning disabilities, Emotional Disorder, ADHD and or Autism. Tomara teaches students strategic resiliency as a long term solution not a short term fix. She will work to help them understand a 5 step process to being able to drive the ship when the waters and winds are against you. Tomara will provide you with tools that you can place in your tool box that will help you be a star in your space in the universe.   I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I enjoyed having it! Tomara's story is one that everyone needs to hear! I am filled with gratitude for my life from listening to her example! Thank you for listening! Jake Ballentine  Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top! 

Alex P. Plasky is one of the most positive people I know and has every reason not to be! In this episode of The Mountain Top Motivation Podcast Alex joins me to talk about how he stays positive despite life’s adversities. In this conversation, Alex tells his story of becoming a quadrapalegic, growing up as a foster kid, being homeless, and living his dream of moving to California.  This is an episode I want every human on earth to listen to because Alex is a shining example of choosing to focus on the good. Everyone can learn from Alex and his attitude towards life!  In this episode, you will learn: How to choose to be positive Why you can always find a way How you can choose to be positive How to change the habit of complaining ~ About Alex P. Plasky: Alex Plasky is a quadriplegic motivational speaker and filmmaker. Alex is well known for his strong ability to connect with his audience. He tells his life story in a fun and creative way, incorporating inspiring life lessons in each story. Alex also uses storytelling in the film he creates. Connecting with the audience and creating a life-changing video. As a child, Alex’s first memory was living in a car with his parents and four other siblings. Then soon after, they felt lucky to sleep in a homeless shelter for a month. After that, his family was constantly on the move. Eventually, social services did get involved because of: lice, malnourishment, his living environment, etc. Alex was placed in foster care and was eventually reunited with his father, to only lose him one year later to lung cancer. Alex then went through two other homes. When life was finally getting better, he had a horse accident and broke his neck, leaving him paralyzed from the neck down. Alex is living proof that the materials he presents work. Alex was held back in school and struggled in many classes because of years of homeschooling. Yet, he went from failing grades in middle school; to being an honors student and top of the class at Full Sail University. This presentation will give you a different perspective on life and the tools to create a life worth living.     Connect with Alex P. Plasky: Website: www.alexpplasky.com     ~   Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast! Website: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine   Thanks for listening! Jake BallentineMountain Top MotivationSee you at the top!   P.S. If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach   And, if you are a 6-figure business owner and are looking for an elite network of like minded entrepreneurs come and join us at http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide

How Tanya Goodall Smith created her first $100k year! In this interview we talk about how Tanya was able to have her most successful year in her career during all of the uncertainty of 2020! She also talks about the importance of understanding your ideal client, mindset in business, being willing to grow over time, and how a service based business can be a great path for success! My favorite thing about this interview is her willingness to talk about things she has done wrong and not just the things she has done right! This is a must listen for anyone who is dedicated to their business but hasn't reached the $100k level yet!   You can learn more about Tanya at: https://www.workstorycreative.com/   Thanks for listening! Jake BallentineMountain Top MotivationSee you at the top More Episodes: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog The Speakers, Authors, and Coaches Network Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach And, if you are a 6 or 7 figure entrepreneur looking for an elite support community join us in the Rising Tide Connection. Learn more here: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide  

Do you want to build a 7-figure coaching business? Brooke Elder proved that you can do this no matter what limitations you have! In this episode of the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, Brooke Elder shares her story about how she built a 7-figure coaching business while being a stay at home mom and homeschool teacher! If you want to build (or scale) your business with impact, income, and freedom this is the episode for you!    In this episode, you will learn: How she built her seven-figure business How to decide on the best opportunity to pursue Setting up your pricing to be scalable What marketing strategies help you scale Brooke’s growing pains and lessons from building her business quickly   ~   About Brooke Elder:   Brooke Elder started her business to help others and spend more time with her family than in her normal 9-to-5. But, quickly, she found herself working more and more hours and spending less and less of the precious time with her family. Brooke knew something had to give.   Since implementing Systems with Strategy into her own business, Brooke went from 27 employees down to 7 and has increased her client satisfaction rating by 200 percent.   Brooke was able to create a seven-figure business while working just seven hours a week, all because of automation. This has allowed her husband, four kids, and two dogs to live the dream they’ve always wanted of sailing around the world. ~ Connect with Brooke:  Personal Website: www.brookeelder.com Company Website: www.systemswithstrategy.com ~ Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast! Website: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine Thanks for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top!    P.S. If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach And, if you are a 6-figure business owner and are looking for an elite network of like minded entrepreneurs come and join us at http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide

Our guest on this episode of The Mountain Top Motivation Podcast is Michele Ogston! In this episode Michele shares how she built a $30,000 a month coaching business through vibrationally aligning with her goals. Michele believes that success starts on the inside and then manifests on the outside. Listen to learn her philosophy on success and you can use it in your life and business!     In this episode, you’ll learn:  Michele's philosophy on success The importance of vibrationally aligning with your goals How to manifest success in your life and business How spiritual connection relates to business success How to handle entrepreneurial fear The importance of value-based boundary setting The gift of something not working And much more!   About Michele Ogston:  Michele Ogston has been nicknamed “The Everyday Empath Coach” because she has a knack for blending the linear mind with the spiritual soul. She inspires empaths, introverts, and soul-driven people to recognize they are not actually stuck. Still, more often than not, they are applying the same set of behaviors and patterns to situations that no longer serve them.  After her own struggles with feeling stuck, she has dedicated her work to inspire people to look within to find the answers.  ​Michele’s own life experiences with childhood trauma, PTSD, codependency, and the “un-doing” of a religious upbringing provide her with a unique perspective and empathy.   Her willingness to “lean into” your experiences with you helps you feel safe and not alone.  She is on a mission to teach people how to connect from within by trusting their intuition so they can stop feeling lost and lonely and start living with faith and not fear.  ~    Connect with Michele Ogston:   Website: https://www.cloud9lifecoaching.com/    Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast!  Website: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine  Thanks for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top! P.S. If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach And, if you are a 6-figure business owner and are looking for an elite network of like minded entrepreneurs come and join us at http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide  

Today on the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, Jarrett Ingram speaks on the importance of growing your team! Most entrepreneurs wait to scale up their team until after they have the revenue to justify it. Jarrett makes the argument that this is backwards. He follows the Field Of Dreams Principle in business which is if you build it the sales will come!    In Jarrett’s experience as a consultant, he’s heard many clients admit to not scaling the business because they don’t yet meet a certain level of sales. But in reality, it should be the other way around. When you scale the team the sales will follow! In this episode Jarrett explains how to scale your business to 7-figures, what prevents most entrepreneurs from going from six figures to seven figures, and why money is rocket fuel to everything you want in business!   In this episode, you’ll learn: About the Million-Dollar Matrix How fear prevents business growth How money should be your primary objective in business The questions you need to scale from six to seven figures and much more!  About Jarrett Ingram:   Jarrett Ingram is a forward-thinking leader with a proven record of accomplishment in building teams, training, leadership and development. He is a serial entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in corporate training and people development.    He is a revenue driver who intentionally implements culture and leadership to enable business outcomes, he is an international public speaker and a people multiplier. To find out more about Jarrett Ingram, go to https://jarrettingram.com/     Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast! Website: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine Thank you for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top! P.S. If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach   A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats! Join The Rising Tide Connection Now: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide

In this solo episode I share my philosophy on the concept of Focusing On The Good! This is not only an attitude on a positive mental attitude philosophy but it is also my success formula! Take a listen and please share with someone you feel needs this message! Thank you for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top!           

Today on the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast our guest is Jake Kelfer!In this episode Jake shares how to build credibility through your book, what he learned from working for The Los Angeles Lakers, and his journey to multiple best selling books!    Key Topics in this episode: The power of rejection  Grow a network, build an audience and grow his speaking business How to get started with your book  Your purpose for writing a book  The great and unexpected things that can happen when you put your book out into the world How to build the right relationships as an entrepreneur   Learn more about Jake Kelfer at: Website: https://www.jakekelfer.com/   Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast! Website: http://www.yournumberonegoal.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine   If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach   If you are looking for a high-level network of successful entrepreneurs go to: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide Thank you for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top!

In this week's episode of The Mountain Top Motivation Podcast we learn from David Lea on how we can grow with our trauma. In this episode David teaches us how trauma can be at the source of many of our roadblocks in life, relationships, success, and business. My favorite part of this episode is David explaining that not all trauma has to be a big event. He refers to this as Trauma with a big T, and trauma with a little t. Yes, major life events like abuse, or death of a loved one can have big effects on our lives but so can things we easily dismiss as "no big deal."About David Lea:    David Lea is a leadership, life, and relationship coach leveraging his decades of expertise in relationships, wellness, and communication to serve and support high-achieving professionals in optimizing their purpose & passion in life and relationships. David serves as the Daring Deeply Chief Executive Officer (CEO) providing overall business vision and direction, content creation and delivery, event execution, coaching, and teaching. David is a native Mid-Westerner calling the Kansas City, Missouri area home. David is honored to be the father of three amazing souls. David has deep passion for Kansas City Royals baseball, fitness, the outdoors, travel, fashion, art, and music.In this episode you will learn:  How trauma can impact our lives How to grow with our trauma How to help our loved ones heal from their trauma Why "time heals all wounds" is not true How to work on your relationship together as a couple And much more! For more episodes go to: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blogConnect with David: https://daring-deeply.com/ Connect with Jake:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentineLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-ballentine-6a694620/ Thanks for listening to this episode!Jake BallentineMountain Top Motivation See you at the top! P.S. Join our next business training at: https://www.yournumberonegoal.com/business   And, if you are a 6 or 7 figure entrepreneur looking for a higher level peer group head to: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide    

Sales is more simple than most people think. Most entrepreneurs are overwhelmed by sales. They are overwhelmed because they make it too complicated. In this episode I share a simple strategy that anyone can implement immediately to improve your sales game now!Thank you for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top!  

Bridgitte Carroll Built A 7-Figure BusinessIn Less Than 2 Years!Today on the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, Bridgitte Carroll shares how she built a 7 figure business in less than 2 years. In this episode Bridgitte shares how she was able to start a business in the middle of 2020, how she scaled to 7-figures so quickly,  and what she learned along the way!   Including the shift in mindset that she had to go through every time she reaches the next step in her business. She shares the instance of having a goal of selling one of her businesses on a fixed figure and realized that for her to be able to reach that goal, she has to change her lifestyle, strategy, and mindset at which point she thought about how it’s the motivation that brings her profit, not the other way around. A lot more to learn about communication and business strategies in this episode from Bridgitte so be sure to stay tuned!   In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your network is your greatest asset How your mindset is the key to profit Embracing new levels and challenges The transition from being a "self employed coach" to "business owner CEO" The power of delegating and much more! ~ Connect With Bridgitte Carroll: Website: https://wellbybridgitte.com   Connect with Jake Ballentine: Website: http://www.yournumberonegoal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach Want to get your first 3 coaching clients? Go here: https://www.speakerauthorcoach.net/3-client-challenge53847892 If you are looking for a high level network of successful entrepreneurs go to: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/risingtide   Thank you for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top! 

In this solo episode of The Mountain Top Motivation Podcast I sahre an experience from 5 years ago where I thought I was having a heart attack! It turned out that this experience was a pivot point moment in my life and my life has never been the same since! Thank you for listening! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top Listen to more episodes at: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog

How can you grow your business now? This is a solo episode originally recorded as a youtube video all about what you need to grow your business now! Video Link: https://youtu.be/Chf5hD9APEcIf you are ready to grow your business now watch this video and apply these principles! Thank you for listening to The Mountain Top Motivation Podcast! Jake Ballentine Mountain Top Motivation See you at the top! P.S. Come and join us in The Number One Goal Challenge: https://www.yournumberonegoal.com/30daychallenge

From Being Told He Would Never Walk To Running The LA Marathon! Today on the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, Paul Forchione shares how you can take control of your life by writing your own story! At a young age Paul was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and doctors said he would not be able to walk! He did not let that hold him back and found a way to learn how to walk, play varsity baseball, and run the LA Marathon! In high school he was told that he was not "college material" by his principal, but he didn't let that hold him back and he found a way! Paul is a inspiring story about not letting limitations imposed by others hold you back and finding a way no matter what!  My favorite part of the episode is Paul sharing that he’s actually thankful that he had cerebral palsy at such a young age as it had taught him important life lessons that has brought him success in his life!   In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Paul’s childhood influenced his success and life philosophy• What it means to keep your pen in your hand and to rewrite your story• Determination to go through challenges• Manifesting goals into reality• How everything in life has a positive opportunity• and much more! ~ About Paul Forchione: As an infant, he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. It is a medical condition that causes paralyzation of one side of the body. The doctor told his mom he would never be able to walk and she should get him comfortable in a wheelchair. His mom went on an extreme search to find a specialist that could help him. He went through intense physical therapy, barely being able to walk. He went through surgery on his foot and was able to gain a little bit more mobility. He has always enjoyed the underdog story because he was an underdog! Now, as an adult, he wants to help people achieve their goals and be a positive influence in their lives. He has his career coaching certificate and prides himself on influencing others to reach for their dreams and not let anyone put limits on them. ~ Know more about Paul Forchione on… Website: https://acalltoaction.coach Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/458141012065090 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acall2action80   Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast! Join The Number One Goal Challenge: https://www.yournumberonegoal.com/30daychallenge More Episodes: http://http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine P.S. If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach

Have you ever questioned reality?   Are the societal norms of what we accept as reality real at all, or are there infinite possibilities?   Today on the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, Rishi Sood talks about the philosophical nature of reality! This was a very fun conversation where we discussed the matrix, the nature of reality, and how being flexible with the unknown can help you achieve more, have less stress, and more life satisfaction.   This is a conversation about the mix of philosophy and business success. I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I enjoyed having it!    More to learn in this episode about different themes revolving around the topic of reality and how to acknowledge different structures in our reality but also to have the flexibility to things that act as roadblocks in your path to success. Be sure to stay tuned to learn more in this highly philosophical episode!   In this episode, you’ll learn:• Future of immersive events• Importance of human interactions • Believing in a certain structure and being flexible • Acknowledging reality and existences to help reach goals • How questioning our reality can help you expand possibilities • and much more! ~ About Rishi Sood: Rishi Sood is a marketer, entrepreneur, and motivator. He works with people to help them reach their goals be it for their physical and mental health, or for their business endeavors. He runs a blog and a youtube channel with motivational speeches that create a positive environment for his group, while reaching out to more people through social media outlets like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. ~   Learn more about Rishi Sood on… Website: https://rishimotivation.com/home/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rishimotivation Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast!http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog http://www.yournumberonegoal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine P.S. If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach  

Today on the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, Michael Griffiths talks about how building connections with people is the key to succeeding in any endeavor.Michael shares how the key to building a 7-figure business relies heavily on relationships formed out of deep emotional bonds, profound loyalty, and overwhelming trust.In this episode he shares how he started in business, built multiple 7 figure businesses and how to get your peers to promote you and your business!In this episode, you’ll learn:• Where to start with building relationships• How a deep impression is more important than time• Business owners don’t do the hard work, debunked• Businesses run on relationships as it does on sales• Importance of resonating with clients’ motivations• and much more!About Michael Griffiths:Michael Griffiths is best described as the Referral Marketing Guru - in other words he specializes in showing businesses across every corner of the planet how to get more referrals, use their networks more effectively, leverage through partnerships, retain clients for longer and turn them into walking, talking ambassadors.With 2 bestselling books (and a 3rd on the way), the #1 referral marketing podcast on I-Tunes for the past 5 years and presentations delivered in over 20 countries, he is highly sought after to provide advice and wisdom for the smallest of businesses to the largest of organizations.Learn more about Michael Griffiths on:Website: https://www.michaelgriffiths.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/referralmarketingguru LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/referralmarketingguru/ Connect with Jake Ballentine!Website: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blogInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine​Get our free Number One Goal Quick Start Program here: https://yournumberonegoal.com  

Today on the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast, we talk about the practicality of following your passion. Passion comes first when it comes to a career choice and the direction you are going in life, but there is always fear and doubt which clouds our decision. In the end, we are caught between the question of passion and practicality. So, let me share with you this philosophy of why going for what you are passionate about is the most practical thing to do.   In this episode, you’ll learn: Competition with passionate people Passion makes you the best Practicality is not always about finding money It is a matter of what you want to do Fear masked as practicality And much more!   ~   Connect with Jake Ballentine from the Mountain Top Motivation Podcast! Website: http://www.mtmsuccess.com/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeballentine   P.S. If you are a speaker, author, or coach, come and join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/speakerauthorcoach