E48: Kevin Lepine: From Rock Bottom to Vegas Headliner - Overcoming Abuse and Addiction in Sin City
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
Release Date: 02/05/2024
E75: In God We Trust: All Others Bring Data
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
In the midst of Q2 for 2024, Roger continues breaking down fundamental business facts from his book, . This snapshot pod addresses the difference between perceptive and objective data in business decisions. Drawing from chapter two, Roger emphasizes how decisions based on data, rather than perceptions, lead to fairer employee treatment and better company performance. This episode highlights the significance of linking every job role to specific, quantifiable outcomes to enhance transparency and motivation. Roger shares practical advice on confronting generalized statements with critical...
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E74: Phil Pelucha: A Journey of Resilience: From Foster Care to Millionaire
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This episode features an in-depth interview with Phil Pelucha. Phil’s diverse ventures include , which amplifies entrepreneurial success using business and sports techniques, , a broadcast network reaching over 50 million homes across more than 40 countries, and , which implements the most impactful techniques from business and sports to create a winning atmosphere and amplify the success of high-performers. In this hour, Phil shares his remarkable journey from a challenging childhood in the foster system and homelessness to becoming a professional soccer player and a successful...
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E73: Roy Osing: Differentiate or Die: Unconventional Wisdom From a Billion-Dollar Disruptor
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In this episode, Roger welcomes the ultimate disruptor, Roy Osing. As President of a major data and internet company, Roy’s leadership and audacious ‘unheard-of ways’ took the company from its early stage to $1 Billion in annual sales. Now Roy is devoted to inspiring leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations to stand apart from the average boring crowd and achieve their true potential. He is the author of seven books, including his latest, In this conversation, Roy shares his journey from a small town in British Columbia to his leadership roles and formulation of the unorthodox...
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E72: Myles Wakeham: Finding Harmony in Discord: Living an Authentic Life in Music
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In this episode, Roger takes listeners on an inspiring journey through the life of Myles Wakeham, an Australian musician, and technologist who made his way to becoming a multimillionaire in the USA without the traditional route of attending college or even completing high school. Wakeham's story is a testament to living an authentic and unconstrained life, blending a passion for art, music, and technology with savvy investments in Bitcoin and real estate. His narrative unfolds from his idealistic upbringing in Adelaide, Australia, under the influence of artistically inclined parents, to the...
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E71: Brandon Steiner: From the Streets of Brooklyn to the Big Leagues
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This episode is truly remarkable! Roger engages in an infectiously fun and joyous conversation with Brandon Steiner, the CEO of , a leading player in the sports collectibles and exchange market. From humble beginnings in Brooklyn, Brandon shares his journey from struggling to put food on the table to pioneering a whole new industry in sports collectibles. His story is not just about overcoming adversity but also about the transformative power of innovation and unwavering determination. Brandon reveals the driving forces behind his success and shares anecdotes that embody his 'What Else'...
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E70: Karen Caplan: Fruitful Ambitions: A Story of Female Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Legacy
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In this episode, Roger is thrilled to welcome Karen Kaplan. Karen shares her unique story of success in the produce industry, her family's pivotal role in popularizing the Kiwi fruit in the United States, and insights from her career journey. Karen discusses growing up in a family business founded by her mother, Dr. Frida Rappaport Kaplan, who started Frida's Specialty Produce. Against the backdrop of a male-dominated industry in the mid-20th century, her mother brought innovation and strong business acumen, famously branding the Chinese Gooseberry as the Kiwifruit, which became a significant...
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E69: Nick Prefontaine: Unbroken Spirit: A Journey of Healing and Triumph
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In this episode, Roger is so excited to welcome Nick Prefontaine. Nick is a and was named a top motivational speaker of 2022 in Yahoo Finance. In addition, Nick is the founder and CEO of , a unique coaching program that leads clients through their trauma pointing out where their limitless potential lies. Nick’s been featured in Brainz Media, Swaay, and Authority Magazine. In this interview Nick shares his inspirational journey of recovery from a severe brain injury at age 14, following a snowboarding accident. Nick discusses how being told he may never walk, talk, or eat on his own again...
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E68: Randy Cohen: How to Grab Your Entrepreneurial Golden Ticket
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In this engaging episode, Roger sits down with Randy Cohen, the dynamic founder and CEO of . Randy shares his inspiring journey from starting his business in 1990 with a few basketball tickets and $1200 to becoming a leading figure in the secondary ticket market. The conversation covers the intricacies of ticket brokerage, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and the importance of building a positive company culture. Randy's life is full of inspiring stories, like taking a grandmother to the Olympics and creating unforgettable experiences for his children. Randy shares his “woo-woo...
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E67: Elevate Your Hiring Game: Strategies for Recruiting A-Players
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In this episode, Roger is bringing listeners more insights from his book, His expertise highlights how suboptimal hiring decisions are often not due to a poor labor pool but rather to the complexities and challenges of conducting effective interviews. In addition, he emphasizes hiring for traits over experience, arguing that while skills can be taught, inherent traits such as work ethic, problem-solving abilities, and integrity are non-negotiable foundations for building a strong team. Roger also shares his thoughts on how competency selection interviewing is recommended as a more effective...
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E66: David Rendall: The Odd One In: Finding Success in Your Unique Abilities
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In this episode, Roger welcomes David Rendell, a renowned author and speaker, to delve into the power of understanding and utilizing personal strengths and weaknesses. David shares insights from his extensive experience speaking globally, including engagements with major organizations like the US Air Force and Microsoft. David discusses his journey, from tragedy at age 16 to his current focus on helping others through speaking, writing, and leadership. Central to the conversation is David's book "" challenging societal perceptions of strengths and weaknesses and advocating for self-awareness...
info_outlineAnyone who has visited Las Vegas and taken the time to meander down the modern marvel famously known as The Strip knows what a sensory overload and absolute feast of live entertainment options that Sin City offers. Sticking out in this crowd of neon lights and giant video walls can be daunting even for the biggest names in show business. However, our guest today has done just that! Kevin Lepine is a hypnotist and mentalist who has been performing for over 20 years. Currently, Kevin headlines the longest-running hypnotist show on the Las Vegas Strip. For over thirteen years, visitors have marveled at Kevin’s one-of-a-kind show, Hypnosis Unleashed at The Four Queens Hotel and Casino. Dubbed the “ROCKSTAR OF HYPNOSIS” due to his fun, fast-paced energy, Kevin is one of the highest-rated performers in Las Vegas.
In addition to his live shows, Kevin is also a sought-after speaker and trainer, and he has presented workshops on hypnosis and mentalism at conferences and universities around the world. His approach to hypnosis is based on the belief that everyone has the potential to be hypnotized. He uses a variety of techniques to induce hypnosis, including relaxation, suggestion, and visualization. Lepine also believes that hypnosis can be used for a variety of purposes, including entertainment, therapy, and self-improvement. This belief in therapy and self-improvement is born out of a life filled with trauma and deep tragedy that Kevin has recently recounted in his book, Deep Into My Eyes: From Victim To Vegas Headliner.
In this conversation, Roger and Kevin discuss how a child from Detroit who was adopted, bullied and abused managed to become a headliner in Las Vegas. Despite facing depression, suicidal thoughts, abuse, and addiction, Kevin refused to give up. Through his journey, he discovered the importance of finding support and belonging in communities that embraced him and helped him heal. His journey has not only transformed his life but now is empowering others to find the strength to overcome their struggles with mental illness, depression, and thoughts of self-harm. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who may be struggling with trauma, unresolved grief, or any form of self-doubt to be both encouraged and informed by Kevin’s life and lessons.
Topics Include:
- Understanding the Science and Biology Behind Hypnosis
- How Your Mindset Makes You More Open to Hypnosis
- Kevin’s Harrowing and Heartbreaking Experiences with Suicide
- Why Business Is the True Focus of Show Business
- The Correlations Between Success and Compulsion
Kevin’s Book Recommendations:
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah
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