E64: Dave Albin: Walking Through Fire: Finding Purpose Beyond Addiction
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
Release Date: 04/01/2024
E122: Alex Weber: Host of American Ninja Warrior on Resilience, Leadership, and Laughter
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
This week, Roger welcomes Alex Weber, a dynamic figure celebrated for his accomplishments in sports, entertainment, and motivational speaking. As a former Division I athlete and the youngest college lacrosse coach to earn “Coach of the Year” honors, Alex shares his extraordinary journey. From transitioning into a TV host for American Ninja Warrior to becoming a successful stand-up comedian and an international keynote speaker, Alex offers fascinating insights into his multifaceted career. The episode delves into themes of resilience, grit, and the courage to embrace challenges. Alex...
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E121: Murray Hidary: Transcending Grief & Embracing Life Through The Healing Power of Music
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
In this week’s episode, Roger sits down for a fascinating conversation with , a tech entrepreneur and musician who discovered a profound connection to music at a young age. Murray shares his journey of taking his first company public in his twenties and building a successful career in the tech industry. However, a personal tragedy led him to reconnect with his true passion—music—resulting in the creation of , an immersive experience that combines music and mindfulness to inspire healing and transformation. Through this innovative platform, Murray connects with people on a deep emotional...
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E120: How to Unlock Hidden Revenue in Your Sales Pipeline
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
In this episode, Roger explores a crucial yet often-overlooked aspect of business growth: lead nurturing. He highlights how many companies lose potential revenue by failing to engage their leads effectively. Sharing compelling statistics, he reveals that proper lead nurturing can boost sales by 50% while reducing cost per lead by 33%. Roger also underscores the power of a multi-channel approach, utilizing emails, social media, SMS, and phone calls to build connections and convert prospects into loyal customers. The episode also introduces ThriveMore Autopilot, a new initiative designed to help...
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E119: Mike Maddock: The Disruptor's Playbook: Using “Napster Moments” to Revolutionize Your Industry
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
This week, Roger is joined by Mike Maddock—serial entrepreneur, inventor, writer, keynote speaker, and CEO of . Together, they dive into the concept of what Mike calls "Napster moments," significant industry disruptions sparked by unexpected players, with examples like Uber and Airbnb. Mike unpacks the role of disruptors, the value they bring to organizations, and how to leverage their innovative power. The discussion highlights key takeaways from Mike's book, , offering actionable frameworks for cultivating innovation within companies. The conversation also delves into the challenges posed...
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E118: Chris Ronzio: Founder & CEO of Trainual Tells You How To Do It, Document It & Delegate It
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
This week, Roger speaks with Chris Ronzio, the founder and CEO of , a specialized software platform for organizing business knowledge and author of . In this episode, they discuss the key strategy of 'Do it. Document it. Delegate it.' and how it can empower small and mid-sized businesses to scale efficiently. Chris shares his journey from running a video production business at age 14 to creating Trainual and offers valuable insights into effective customer acquisition through Facebook ads, as well as the importance of consistent documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in...
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E117: Christopher Pellegrini: Bigger than Tequila? Launching a New Japanese Spirit Category in the U.S.
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This week, Roger sits down with Christopher Pellegrini, an expert in Japanese spirits—particularly Shochu and Awamori—and founder of , a distillery dedicated to bringing intensely artisanal Japanese spirits to the United States. Christopher shares his entrepreneurial journey in introducing these relatively unknown spirits to the American market. The conversation covers his background, the challenges of exporting spirits to the U.S., and the significant educational efforts required to establish a new spirits category. He also delves into the intricacies of Shochu, a Japanese distilled...
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E116: Unlocking Your Brand’s Value by Selling Status and Identity
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
In this episode, Roger explores the powerful roles of status and identity in marketing, emphasizing how aligning products or services with a customer’s aspirational identity or desired status can drive business growth and engagement. He introduces the 'triad of buying categories'—relationships, health, and finances—which highlight the core areas where consumers seek solutions to pain or opportunities for growth. By identifying your business within these categories, Roger explains, you can refine your messaging and better connect with your target audience. Roger also contrasts traditional...
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E115: Natalie Doyle Oldfield: Building “Trust Equity” will Turbocharge Your Business Growth
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
This week Roger speaks with Natalie Doyle Oldfield, a leading authority on trust in business. Natalie holds a master's degree in trust studies and has built a significant career around measuring and improving trust within companies through her proprietary Trust Equity Index. Her approach helps businesses understand customer churn and trust issues. They discuss real-world examples of trusted companies like Apple, Starbucks, Nike, and Costco, and the importance of consistency, reliability, and transparency in building trust. Natalie introduces her latest book, , and shares practical advice...
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E114: Mark Young: The Author of "Date Your Clients" on Cultivating Meaningful Business Connections
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
This week, Roger sits down with Mark Young, author of and CEO of , to discuss his innovative approach to client engagement. Mark draws a fascinating parallel between business relationships and dating, emphasizing the importance of securing the next "date" to foster long-term connections. They explore his diverse career, which includes running a digital marketing firm and leading a medical device company, uncovering how these experiences have shaped his entrepreneurial philosophy. Along the way, Mark introduces key business concepts like the Unique Selling Proposition (USP) and the...
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E113: Sally Pederson: A Global Citizen Breaks Down How to Reduce Your Tax Burden Legally!
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In this insightful episode, Roger sits down with , a seasoned business coach and citizen of the world. Sally shares her extensive experiences living in multiple countries, securing various residencies and dual citizenships, and traveling the world. She discusses navigating international tax laws and reveals strategies to legally minimize tax burdens while addressing the cultural challenges in global business ventures. The episode covers topics such as strategic diversification in banking and investments, the importance of understanding cultural differences, and practical advice on selecting...
info_outlineAnyone struggling with the grip of addiction knows that it can feel like walking through the flames of hell. Our guest this week knows all too well how the feelings of hopelessness and despair can be like walking through fire, but he has also demonstrated that we can literally walk through that fire and emerge victorious! Dave Albin is the CEO of Firewalk Productions and is renowned as the number one Firewalk Instructor and team-building expert in America. With a wealth of experience and expertise in firewalking and team building space, Albin has established himself as a leader in his field.
Through his company, Firewalk Productions, Dave has provided innovative and effective team-building experiences for numerous organizations nationwide, including Google, NASA, Notre Dame, Tony Robbins, and many others. His leadership and pioneering work in this specialized area have solidified his position as a prominent figure in the industry. In this episode of redemption and empowerment, we'll hear Dave’s remarkable journey as he shares his harrowing yet uplifting story that begins with an early struggle with alcoholism at the tender age of 11, and descent into drug use. Dave shares how those choices led to his incredible recovery thanks in no small part to the sacred space of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Dave’s recovery story has become a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction or despair and in this special episode, he takes us behind the scenes of his unexpected recruitment by Google and the subsequent birth of Firewalk Productions. In addition, Dave unveils his new initiative, Operation Do No Harm, a powerful new project that aims to help veterans and first responders walk through their own fires and like Dave emerge with a renewed sense of purpose and passion.
Topics Include:
- The Transformative Experience of Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
- The Collective Euphoria and Self-Belief of Firewalking Events
- How Volunteering with Tony Robbins Team Changed Dave’s Trajectory
- How AA Saved Dave’s Life and Changed His Way of Thinking
- Dave’s Advice For Listeners Struggling with Addiction
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