E64: Dave Albin: Walking Through Fire: Finding Purpose Beyond Addiction
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
Release Date: 04/01/2024
E100: Rick Jordan: A Cybersecurity Expert's Take on Curiosity, Success, and Our Future
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
This week, Roger interviews Rick Jordan, a leading voice in cybersecurity and the CEO of , a world-class cybersecurity and IT firm. Rick, who is also a prominent public speaker, , and White House consultant, delves into his multifaceted career, personal tribulations, and the transformative power of curiosity. The conversation explores Rick's upbringing, the impact of his father's passing, and his unique approach to balancing work and personal life. Rick shares valuable insights into the importance of nurturing curiosity, both in professional settings and at home. He also reflects on the...
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E99: Earle Birney: From Prison to Peace—An Unlikely Journey to Enlightenment
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
This week, Roger sits down with Earle Birney, a with an extraordinary life story. Earle shares his journey, from dropping out of college and traveling the world to an unexpected, life-changing 22-month stay in a New Zealand prison. During this time, he discovered Buddhism and developed a deep commitment to meditation and yoga. With this newfound passion, upon returning to Canada, Earle played a pivotal role in establishing multiple retreats and centers, dedicating his life to teaching these practices. This episode explores Earle's transformation from a seeker of freedom to a teacher of...
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E98: Sales as a Team Sport: Empowering Every Employee to Drive Growth
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
In this episode, Roger returns to the solo seat to share his insights on the importance of adopting a sales mindset across all roles within an organization. Drawing from Chapter 7 of his book, , Roger explores common fears and misconceptions about sales, emphasizing the need for every employee to understand their influence on customer interactions. He also explains how shifting the culture to one where everyone views themselves as part of the sales team can help organizations better serve their customers and remain competitive in today’s market. Roger also highlights the importance of...
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E97: Herb Cogliano: A Crystal Clear Process on How to Scale Your Business
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This week, Roger welcomes Herb Cogliano, a renowned international executive business coach. Herb, who is a certified and an experienced CEO, explains the critical elements for scaling a business: people, strategy, execution, and cash. Drawing from his firsthand experience with the Scaling Up platform, he breaks down complex business concepts into easy-to-understand terms, offering valuable insights for navigating different growth stages. Herb also shares his journey—from working in a family business to running his own successful enterprises and eventually becoming a business coach. This...
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E96: Clint Pulver: Leadership and Employee Retention: Wisdom From The Undercover Millennial
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This week, Roger engages in a compelling conversation with Clint Pulver, an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and actor, leadership keynote speaker, and bestselling author of . Clint shares his transformative journey from a troubled 10-year-old to a professional drummer, as well as a speaker and the founder of The Center for Employee Retention. His “Undercover Millennial” research has revolutionized how over 300 organizations approach employee engagement. In this conversation, Clint's passion for mentorship shines through as he discusses the five C's of effective leadership: Confidence,...
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E95: Dan Caron: From Gym Bro to Business Pro: Revolutionizing Sports Supplements
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In this episode, Roger interviews Dan Caron, co-founder of Runway Sports Nutrition . Dan shares his inspiring journey from being broke and heartbroken to co-founding an innovative sports nutrition brand. He talks about moving to Chicago, starting his career at LA Fitness, and then joining Equinox, where he met Kurt, the CEO of Vital Proteins. Dan got invaluable lessons at Vital, from failing fast to effective marketing strategies– like giving away products. Dan explains how the idea for RNWY came about and their focus on creating holistic and clean products for athletes, emphasizing...
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E94: How Do You Know When It’s Time To Start Your Business?
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
In this episode, Roger emphasizes the critical importance of taking action rather than simply planning and deciding. He highlights key insights from Chapter 10 of his book, where he contrasts the theoretical knowledge often emphasized in business school with the dynamic, unpredictable nature of real-world business. Roger shares his personal journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, illustrating the necessity of courage and decisive action. Using relatable analogies like the frog on a log and the burning of boats by Cortés, he underscores that success requires full commitment and...
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E93: Michael Beecher: Keeping Your Business Safe: The Reality of Cyber Threats
ThriveMore with Roger Martin: Business, Health, & Wealth
Roger Martin sits down with Michael Beecher, president of , about the essential topic of cybersecurity for businesses. Michael delves into the prevalent cybersecurity threats such as email phishing and ransomware, stressing how these threats can cripple companies and even disrupt entire economies. He also shares his own journey into the IT and cybersecurity fields, highlighting the steps businesses need to take to protect their sensitive data. They discuss the importance of conducting risk assessments and utilizing frameworks like the (CIS) and the (NIST) to enhance cybersecurity efforts. ...
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E92: Dr. J.J. Peterson: How to Create Marketing that Rivals the World’s Top Brands
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In this episode, Roger sits down with Dr. J.J. Peterson, the head of to discuss the vital elements of storytelling in marketing and branding. J.J. elaborates on how the StoryBrand framework can help businesses clarify their message, making it so compelling that customers are naturally drawn to their products or services. They delve into the seven essential elements of a great story, such as defining the character's desire, outlining the problem, and positioning the brand as a guide. J.J. also provides insights into narrative transportation and the importance of memorization in marketing,...
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E91: Stephen Campolo: The Hard Truth (and Lies) About Fad Diets
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In this episode, Roger sits down with fitness and nutrition expert Stephen Campolo to discuss effective weight loss strategies and the mindset needed for long-term success. Stephen shares his personal journey from being 100 pounds overweight as a child to becoming a fitness coach and bodybuilder. The conversation covers the pros and cons of various diets, including Keto and the Mediterranean diet, and the importance of sustainability in fitness. He provides insights into overcoming food addiction, building a healthy relationship with food, and the role of rest and recovery in a well-designed...
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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